Obituary Listing

Aug 15, 2018

Buddy Lee Mossman , 76, a resident of Pojoaque, passed away on Wednesday, August 15, 2018. He was preceded in death by his wife, Kathy Mossman; parents, Eugene and Beatrice Mossman and siblings, Robert, Ronald and Donna Mossman. Buddy was a very well-known jewelry artist whose pieces were collected by many people around the world. His talent...

Aug 14, 2018

It is with heavy hearts that we must announce the loss of our beloved Truchas artist, woodcarver, carpenter, Penitente, brother, uncle, teacher and friend. Isabro Ventura Ortega “Charro”, 66, a native of Truchas, passed away in his home on Tuesday, August 14, 2018. Isabro was preceded in death by his parents, Juan Antonio and Estefanita...

Aug 13, 2018

Tammy M. Thorn , 58, a resident of El Rancho, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 13, 2018 surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Ledford and brother, Cecil W. Thorn Jr. Tammy was a loving and caring person who helped anyone in need. She worked at Los Alamos National...

Aug 11, 2018

Manuelita “Maime” Peña , 81, a resident of Servilleta, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, August 11, 2018. She was preceded in death by her mother, Rosa Griego; sons, Julian and Dennis Peña Jr; brother, Eliasme Gallegos and ex-husband, Dennis Peña Sr. all of Servilleta. Ms. Peña was hardworking. She loved tending to her garden and flowers. She...

Aug 10, 2018

Davina E. Archuleta (Dove) , 26, a resident of Española, passed away on Friday, August 10, 2018 due to injuries sustained in an accident. She was preceded in death by her father, Ostalio Archuleta Jr. (Stal); paternal grandfather, Orlando Archuleta (BooBoo) and maternal grandmother, Eulalia “LaLa” Garcia. Dove was a loving and caring person that would give...

Aug 10, 2018

Yolanda Leyba , 44, a resident of Canjilon, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, August 10, 2018. She was preceded in death by her father, Frank Lujan. Yolanda lived life to the fullest, but most importantly, she loved spending time with her husband and their special granddaughter Nevaeh. Yolanda was a special part of our family, she was...

Aug 9, 2018

Amy D. Ortiz, began her journey on this earth 33 years ago, on January 13th, 1985. She entered her eternal home on Thursday, August 9, 2018. She will be greeted in the glorious eternity by many of her relatives and friends including her paternal grandfather, Frank Ortiz Sr.; aunts, Marcie Alba and Beltha Giron; brother-in-law, Mark Sanchez and her...

Aug 8, 2018

Antonio (Tony) H. Rendon, 81, a resident of Dixon, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, August 8, 2018. He was a devout Catholic, active in his church and was the cemetery caretaker for many years. He worked as an Ironworker for nearly 25 years. He was a rancher, hunter, loved nurturing his vegetable garden and...

Aug 6, 2018

Gilbert Herrera Jr., 40, a resident of Santa Fe, passed away from a lengthy illness on Monday, August 6, 2018. He was born in Glenwood Springs, Colorado on December 16, 1977. Preceding him in death is his mother, Peggy Roybal; paternal grandparents, Avenicio and Adelina Maestas; uncles, Leroy, Joseph, Lawrence Maestas; Auntie Isabel Jaramillo and cousins, Michelle Herrera and...

Aug 6, 2018

Floyd A. Atencio , 43, a resident of Fairview, NM went to be with the Lord on August 06, 2018.  Floyd was born August 15, 1974 in Leadville, Colorado.  Floyd served in the United States Army from 1996 to 2002.  He enjoyed spending time with his beloved children, Nascar, camping, fishing and working on his automobiles.  Floyd...

Aug 5, 2018

Eugene D. Rendon , 65, a resident of Pojoaque, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend passed away on Sunday, August 5, 2018 due to complications of battling cancer. Preceding him in death are his parents, Jose Estevan and Tiofila Rendon; mother-in-law, Frances V. Trujillo; brothers-in-law, Bert, Isaac, Jesse and Rudy Trujillo. Mr. Rendon...

Aug 4, 2018

Reymundo A. Maes, 86, a resident of Española, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 4, 2018. He was preceded in death by his parents, Felipe and Rufinita Maes of Cebolla, N.M.; son, Leroy Maes and wife Eloisa T. Maes; brothers, David, Henry, Herman Maes and brother-in-law, Gilberto Martinez. Mr. Maes was a very active man in which...

Aug 3, 2018

Viola V. Duhamel, 89, a long-time resident of San Pedro, made her journey to her heavenly home on Friday, August 3, 2018. She was born on June 23, 1929 in El Guache, New Mexico to Jose Daniel and Maria Vigil. Viola was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, Leopoldo Velarde; her second husband, Harry Duhamel; father and...

Jul 30, 2018

Ruth Adelina Chavez , beloved Mother, wife, daughter, sister, grandmother, great grandmother and friend passed away peacefully on July 30, 2018 in Los Alamos and is now on to her next journey.

She will be remembered for her warm smile and zest for life and carrot cake. Ruth worked for Los Alamos Public Schools for...

Jul 30, 2018

Octavio Romero , 80 a resident of Chimayo, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2018. He worked for many years in construction and retired from Los Alamos. Octavio is preceded in death by his parents Candido and Sarita Romero. He is survived by his wife Rita Romero, daughter JoAnn Jaramillo and husband Oliver, son Jerry Romero and companion Donna,...

Jul 29, 2018

Larry D. Clark , 70, a resident of White Rock, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 29, 2018. He was preceded in death by his mother, June Clark. Larry retired from Los Alamos National Laboratory after 30 years as a machinist. He enjoyed the outdoors and loved camping with his wife Patricia. Mr. Clark is survived by...

Jul 29, 2018

Max A. Lucero Jr ., 49, a resident of La Puebla, passed away on Sunday, July 29, 2018. He was born on July 27, 1969 in Santa Rosa, New Mexico. Max was preceded in death by his paternal great-grandparents, Leopoldo Lucero and Tomasita Duran; paternal grandparents, Agneda Chavez and Ernesto Lucero; maternal grandparents, Linora Salazar and Anastacio...

Jul 28, 2018

Cristobal (Chris) A. Velarde, a lifelong resident of Velarde, died unexpectedly on Saturday, July 28, 2018.  He was born on July 1st, 1940 to Cristobal and Victoriana Velarde.  Chris was the second oldest of seven siblings and spent his entire life as a dedicated family man.  He spent the majority of his hardworking years as a Carpenter Foreman/Superintendent for...

Jul 28, 2018

Baby Voriana Luna Baca , passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 28, 2018. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Hector Manuel Sesma of California; great-grandmother, Veronica Velasquez of Mexico; paternal great-great-grandmother, Lucy Hart of Texas; great-great-grandparents, Venancio and Margaritta Baca of Española and Alfred and Juanita Chavez of Ohkay Owingeh. Baby Voriana is survived...

Jul 28, 2018

Walter Roy David, 87, a resident of La Mesilla, passed away on Saturday, July 28, 2018. Walter was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Helen David; nieces and nephews, Helen Dowdy (Monty) of Colorado and Leslie Hennigh. Fishing always brought Walter joy and he always loved different types of artwork. His own artwork lit up a room...