Obituary Listing

Feb 23, 2018

FLORENCE MAESTAS, 85, a lifelong resident of El Guache, born May 9, 1932 went to be with our Lord on Friday, February 23, 2018. She was preceded in death by her father, Daniel and Maria Vigil; brothers, Antonio Rueben Vigil and Jose (Jody) Vigil. Florence is survived by her husband of 67 years Richard Maestas; sisters, Viola Duhamel, Anabelle Fernandez,...

Feb 22, 2018

John Joe Gonzales (La Guinea), age 76, resident of Vadito, New Mexico born on January 11, 1942 passed away at his home in Vadito, NM on Thursday, February 22, 2018 with his loving wife, Eva, by his side.  He was preceded in death by his infant son, Mariano Gonzales; parents, Victoriano and Estefanita Gonzales; brothers; Eustaquio, Jose and Michael Gonzales;...

Feb 22, 2018

RAFAELITA MARTINEZ, 76, a resident of La Villita, passed away on Thursday, February 22, 2018 following a brief illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jose and Adonelia Aragon; father and mother-in-law, Jose Hilario and Edumenia Martinez; brother and sisters-in-law, Eppie and Alex Martinez, Everardo Montoya, Angie Roybal, Sandra Duran and Mary Jo Cobos. Mrs....

Feb 21, 2018

CLOVEO SANTIAGO RAEL, 74, a resident of Vallecitos, born to this world on June 14, 1943, passed away on Wednesday, February 21, 2018. He was preceded in death by his parents, Daniel and Eliza Rael; brothers, Leroy, Ronnie and Eddie Rael. Cloveo served in the Army in the 3rd Armored Division in Germany. He met the love of his...

Feb 21, 2018

Martha S. Gonzales, 82, a resident of Llano de San Juan, passed away on Wednesday, February 21, 2018 surrounded by her family. On this day, we lost a strong, courageous and beautiful woman who fought hard, to a long battle with cancer. Martha was preceded in death by her loving husband of 63 years (Mi Hunny), Eli Gonzales; parents,...

Feb 21, 2018

Elizabeth Jane Wright, 87, a 47 year resident of Los Alamos, NM passed away Wednesday February 21, 2018. Betty was born in Boston, MA and was raised in Cambridge, MA. She was a graduate of Cambridge High and Latin School. In 1957, she married Charles A. Wright, the love of her life. She was a loving wife, homemaker, wonderful...

Feb 20, 2018

JUANITA F. GALLEGOS (JUANA), 71,  a lifelong resident of Abiquiu, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, February 20, 2018. She was preceded in death by her father, Simon Martinez Jr.; brothers and sisters; Fr. Vidal, Juan, and Rafael Martinez and Marcella Gonzales. She is survived by her husband, Eloy Gallegos; children, Conrad and Bobbi Cordova, Agreda...

Feb 19, 2018

RONNIE R. MARTINEZ AKA "RONNIE RABBIT", 57, passed away on February 19, 2018 in Albuquerque. He is preceded in death by his parents, Raymond T. and Gloria M. Martinez; sisters, Melinda and Phyelma Martinez. He retired from the New Mexico Corrections Department. He received a Medal of Honor for his service during the 1980 State prison riot. Ronnie was...

Feb 19, 2018

Elda Susie Medina, 79, a resident of Espanola, formally of Chamisal, passed away on Monday, February 19, 2018 following a lengthy illness with her family by her side. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jose Adan and Regina Lopez; brother, Jose Adan Lopez Jr.; grandson, James Medina; nephews, Fred Lopez and David Sanchez, niece, Rebecca Apodaca; father-in-law,...

Feb 17, 2018

Floyd Amos Martinez, 57, a resident of Farmers Branch, was welcomed home by our Dear Lord at 1:45pm, Saturday, February 17, 2018. He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Emma Martinez. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, February 27, 2018 at 11am, St. Anthony Catholic Church in Dixon, New Mexico. Floyd will be...

Feb 17, 2018

Patrick R. Trujillo , 63, originally of El Rito, was born on March 17, 1954 to Abel and Cloide Trujillo, and was welcomed home by our Dear Lord on February 17, 2018 in Albuquerque. Patrick was preceded in death by his parents, Abel and Cloide Trujillo.  Pat aka “Diggerman” was a man’s man, who fought hard and...

Feb 17, 2018

Frederick Brendon Williams passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 17, 2018 at the age of 85. He was born to Arthur and Annie Williams on October 23, 1932 in Washington DC.  He survived polio at age 13 then went on to serve in the army from 1951 to 1954 as a Staff Sergeant in Korea, earning four bronze stars...

Feb 16, 2018

Martin Martinez, age 95, a resident of Velarde, passed away on Friday, February 16, 2018. He was born in La Madera, New Mexico, a logging camp, in 1922. His family moved back to Velarde when he was 5. He was 16 when his dad died, leaving him to take care of his mother and siblings. Martin found a job...

Feb 15, 2018

FELONIS ORTEGA, 94, a resident of Llano de San Juan, passed away on Thursday, February 15, 2018. She was preceded in death by her parents, Marcos and Petrita C. Esquibel; sister, Florida Lujan and brother, Santiago Esquibel. Felonis was known for her kind heart and generosity. Her faith was her foundation for the way she lived her life. She...

Feb 15, 2018

Gayle Teague, 80, of Los Alamos, passed away at home on Thursday, February 15, 2018.  Gayle is survived by his mother, Grace; wife, Nancy of 45 years; sons, Jonathan and Mark; brothers, Gerald (Donnie) and Samuel, and his loving grandchildren John, Christopher and Maya. Gayle was a loving father, husband, and grandfather.

Gayle worked for many years...

Feb 13, 2018

JUAN B A VILLAREAL, 79, a resident of Alcalde, passed away on Wednesday, February 13, 2018. He was preceded in death by his lovely wife, Katie Villareal; daughter, Abbie, and son, Angelo. Juan was an electrician for 33 years with IBEW611, his hobbies were running cows and spending time with his family. Juan is survived by his...

Feb 12, 2018

Marie Flora Salazar, 88, went to be with our Heavenly Father surrounded by family on Monday, February 12, 2018. She is preceded in death by her parents, George and Juanita Vigil; siblings, George, Philip Vigil and daughter, Donna Miramontes. She is survived by her loving husband, Ernesto Salazar; children, Frankie, Raymond, Jerry, Betty and Sandra; 20 grandchildren, 44 great-grandchildren,...

Feb 8, 2018

Jesus Isaac Rascon Hernandez, (Beloved Son, Father, Brother and Friend), age 33, passed away on February 8, 2018 at his home.  He loved his family and friends and helped so many people anyway he could.  His kind and loving nature impacted all he came in contact with.  He was our angel and will be greatly missed by...

Feb 6, 2018

Lionel Garcia Sr., 76, a resident of Chimayo, passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2018 surrounded by his loving family and friends. Lionel was preceded in death by his wife, Martha Garcia; father, Ismael Garcia; sisters, Elisa Garcia, Josephine and Serafin Roybal and brother, Gilbert Garcia Sr. Mr. Garcia is survived by his children, Tommy (Angela), Santo (Stephanie), Martina...

Feb 6, 2018

On February 6th, 2018, Cornett Philip Wood died peacefully at home after many years of battling leukemia.  His wife dutifully took care of him until he died, surrounded by family and friends.  Phil is survived by his wife, Debby Wood; their daughter, Jessie Ross, their son, Austin Wood and Phil’s brother, Greg Wood. He is...