David Martinez
Dec 16, 2017
DAVID A. MARTINEZ, 86, a resident of Velarde, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 16, 2017 after a brief illness, surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Nicolas and Bernardita Martinez; wife, Clara Belle Martinez; son, David Joseph Martinez; parents-in-law, Amadeo and Rosita Salazar. David served in the Korean War as an Army Infantry...
Bernabe (Barnie) Martinez
Dec 15, 2017
Bernabe (Barnie) Martinez, 69, a resident of Medanales, passed away on Friday, December 15, 2017 surrounded by his loving family. Bernabe (Barnie) was preceded in death by his parents, Adelaido and Leontina Martinez; brother, Luis Martinez; sisters, Bennie Scotch and Eulalia Gonzales. Barnie was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend. In his spare time, he enjoyed farming, fishing,...
Jimmy Chavez
Dec 12, 2017
Jimmy “Uncle Jim” Chavez - Born March 8, 1963 in Santa Fe, passed away suddenly on December 12, 2017. He was a gentle soul who cherished his family deeply and will be missed by all who knew him. Jimmy was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Ramon and Tillie Chavez; brother, Sam Chavez and his sister...
Viola Tapia
Dec 7, 2017
Viola M. Tapia, 78, a lifelong resident of Santa Fe, passed away on Thursday, December 7, 2017 surrounded by her beloved family. Viola was preceded in death by her loving husband, Pedro Jesus Tapia; son, Peter John Tapia; parents, Emerenciano and Sofia Lujan; and siblings, Jim Lujan and Mabel Rivera. Viola was a nurse at the original St. Vincent’s...
Courtesy Announcement - Mark Hernandez
Dec 6, 2017
Mark Anthony Hernandez, 56, passed away on Wednesday, December 6, 2017 in San Antonio, Texas. He is survived by his parents, Joe and Rachel Hernandez; his sister, Elaine Hernandez and his children, Devin Anthony, Shelby Marie, and Cheyenne Hernandez. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, December 13, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. at El Buen Pastor...
Eugene Martinez Jr.
Dec 6, 2017
Eugene R. Martinez Jr., age 33, a resident of Alcalde, passed away on Wednesday, December 6th 2017. He was preceded in death by his father, Eugene R. Martinez Sr.; paternal family; grandfather, Nestor Martinez; great-grandparents, Benancio and Lugarda Martinez; Emedmardo and Sophia Lopez; aunts and uncles; Janelle and Joseph Martinez, Nestor Martinez Jr.; cousin, Robin A. Martniez; maternal family;...
Horacio Romero
Dec 5, 2017
Horacio Romero, 79, of Vadito, NM was called to heaven on December 5, 2017. He is preceded in death by his parents, Cipriano and Eutimia Romero, infant son, John Christopher Romero, and nephews: Dennis, Steve, Nick, and Gary. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Ersilia Romero, his children: Inez Lopez (Tom), Marcella Corrales (Ivan), Isabelle Romero,...
Michael Cutler
Dec 4, 2017
Michael Cutler, 53, passed peacefully in his home surrounded by loving family on December 4th, 2017, after a valiant battle with cancer. Michael is survived by many friends and family who will carry the memory of his beautiful generous soul in their hearts always. He was an amazing husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother, son, and friend. Mike will be...
George Barela
Dec 3, 2017
George Barela , 49, a resident of Los Alamos passed away on Sunday, December 3, 2017 after a hard-fought and lengthy illness with Glioblastoma Brain Cancer. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Marylou Barela. Mr. Barela was the Owner of MasterCraft Paint and body, he also was a martial arts instructor,...
Beverly Manzanares
Dec 3, 2017
BEVERLY MANZANARES, 40, a resident of Medanales, passed away on Sunday, December 3, 2017. She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Beatrice Manzanares; uncles, Juan and Horacio Manzanares Jr.; and father, Carlos Martinez. Beverly adored her children, Destiny and Josh, they were her pride and joy. She was the kindest person she would open her heart to anyone...
Ken Sinclair
Dec 3, 2017
KEN SINCLAIR , a long-time resident of Los Alamos, passed away December 3rd after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. Ken was born September 21, 1929, in Forest City, Missouri, and spent his childhood in northwest Missouri and Wyoming. He served for five years in the United States Navy and then completed his bachelor’s degree in...
Ermelinda Martinez
Nov 30, 2017
Ermelinda F. Martinez , 87 of Cuarteles, passed away peacefully in her home on November 30, 2017. Ermelinda was preceded in death by her parents, Esther and Ascencion Martinez, and siblings, Rubel Martinez, Rose Florence and Isabel Montoya. She graduated from Santa Cruz High School as valedictorian in 1950. She then continued her education at The University...
Fares Roybal
Nov 29, 2017
Fares Roybal, a resident of Peñasco, passed away on Wednesday, November 29, 2017 after a lengthy illness. He is preceded in death by his parents, Maximiliano and Demetria; and his brothers, Filemon and Juan. Mr. Roybal served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Germany. He worked in Pueblo, Colorado, then moved to Peñasco where he...
Leonard Martinez
Nov 28, 2017
Leonard L. Martinez , 49, from Velarde, passed away on November 28, 2017, surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Bernardo Valdez, and his paternal grandparents, Silviano and Celina Martinez. Leonard served in the US Air Force and served in Operation Desert Storm. After his safe return he continued...
James "Jimbo" Hutton II
Nov 27, 2017
JAMES “JIMBO” HUTTON II, born February 24, 1967 in Los Alamos, New Mexico. He unexpectedly went home with the Lord on November 27, 2017. Jimbo is survived by his parents, Jim and Marcia Hutton of White Rock, his beloved son Kyle, of Los Alamos, Marion, the mother of his son, Kyle’s girlfriend, Alegra Martinez, his aunt and uncle, Bob...
Lawrence Bell, M.D.
Nov 26, 2017
Lawrence C. Bell, M.D. passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 26, 2017 at the age of 73. L.C. Bell was loved and admired by his family and friends. A resident of Española for the last 39 years, it was his time, though punctuality was not one of his notable assets. He was a well know 5 ball juggler who...
Theresa Aranda
Nov 26, 2017
Theresa A. Aranda, 73, a resident of Espanola, passed away on November 26, 2017. Theresa was preceded in death by her Sister, Orella Castillo; mother Benita Martinez, father, Filiberto Martinez. Theresa is our beloved mother, daughter, sister and friend. She was an empathic, kind, generous, loving, giving, talented, artistic and beautiful woman inside and out. There was never a...
Ronny Lopez
Nov 22, 2017
RONNY A. LOPEZ , 60, a resident of Chimayo, passed away on Wednesday, November 22, 2017. He was preceded in death by his father, Merced M. Lopez; mother, Rosenda Trujillo Lopez and brother, Johnny A. Lopez. Ronny worked at the Los Alamos National Laboratory for a few years and was also a self-employed truck driver....
Ronald Padilla
Nov 22, 2017
Ronald D. Padilla , 56, a resident of Chimayo, passed away on Wednesday, November 22, 2017. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Andres and Anita Padilla; maternal grandparents, Ruperto and Francisqita Martinez; brother, Isaac Padilla; and numerous aunts and uncles. Ronald worked for the state of New Mexico where he retired from the Motor Vehicle...
Modesta Padilla
Nov 21, 2017
MODESTA PADILLA, 84, a resident of La Puebla, passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2017. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Evaristo Padilla; 13 siblings, Antonia, Maria, Patricia, Demecio, Eufelia, Ascencion, Flora, Bertha, Elena, David; nephew, Leroy. Modesta enjoyed the outdoors and loved camping, fishing, gardening and cooking. She never had children of her own but loved...
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