Obituary Listing

Cecila Ortiz

Dec 30, 2017

CECILIA ORTIZ, 45, a resident of El Rito, passed away of a short illness on Saturday, December 30, 2017. She was preceded in death by her father, Frank Ortiz Jr.; niece, Sharon Ortiz. Cecilia loved going with Alice and other friends to the Casino. She loved camping and listening to Spanish music, she loved going shopping for new Jewelry....

Amanda Tafoya

Dec 29, 2017

Amanda Marie Tafoya, 29, a resident of Peñasco, passed away on Friday, December 29, 2017. Amanda was preceded in death by her grandmother, Merly Tafoya; great-grandparents, Silas and Fermila Salazar and Efrin and Edonila Montoya; Tio, Celestino Salazar. Amanda had a beautiful smile and laugh. She loved working, the outdoors and horses. Amanda was a great cook and loved...

Dr. Jim Wilkins

Dec 25, 2017

Dr. James Wilkins was promoted into the arms of his Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, after a lengthy illness on December 25, 2017.  He was born March 18, 1931, and was the middle son of a family of eleven children.  He became an ordained minister at the age of 20.  During his 67 years in the ministry he taught in...

Walter Holmes

Dec 25, 2017

WALTER WINDFIELD HOLMES, 64, a resident of Chimayo, passed away on Monday, December 25, 2017. Walter was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Jo Holmes – Johnson; father, Winfield Holmes; mother-in-law, Romie Martinez; sister-in-law, Evelyn and brother-in-law, Anthony. Wally was a hard worker and loved to cook his famous Texas barbecue for family and friends. He was born...

Atocha Gonzales

Dec 23, 2017

ATOCHA M. GONZALES , 86, a resident of Española/formerly of Coyote passed away following a lengthy illness on Saturday, December 23, 2017. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Gonzales; sons, Dennis, Elizario and James Gonzales; grandchildren, Josephine Grijalva, Andrea Gonzales; parents, Tomas and Susana Garcia. Atocha retired after 25 years at the...

Delano Valdez

Dec 22, 2017

Delano Valdez (D Valdez), 66, beloved son, brother, daddy, uncle, and friend born and raised in Alcalde, NM was called home to Heaven on Friday, December 22, 2017 following a lengthy illness. Delano was preceded in death by his father, Juan M. Valdez. Delano was a kind, loving, generous man to all that knew him. His love for horse...

John Martinez

Dec 17, 2017

John M. Martinez, 84, a resident of Tierra Amarilla passed away on Sunday, December 17, 2017 following a short illness. Mr. Martinez was preceded in death by his wife, Higinia Martinez and parents, Seledon and Magdalena Martinez. John was an avid outdoorsman as he enjoyed fishing with his buddies, camping, going for wood and butchering...

Jose Garcia

Dec 16, 2017

Jose A. Garcia (Tony), 72, a resident of Española passed away on Friday, December 16, 2017. He was preceded in death by his parents, Francisco and Matilda Garcia; brother, Pedro Garcia; wife, Olivia Garcia. In his early years he joined the Army and National Guard. Tony moved to Arizona in the 70’s and enjoyed a career in the mining industry....

Eddie Sanchez

Dec 16, 2017

EDDIE R. SANCHEZ, 70, a resident of Hernandez, passed away of a lengthy  illness on Saturday, December 16, 2017. Eddie was preceded in death by his son, Eddie L. Sanchez; parents, Frank and Severina Sanchez; in-laws, Vianes and Olivama Maestas ; sister-in-law, Patty Vigil, brothers-in-law, Sam Garcia and Orlando Maestas; uncle, Jimmy S. Sanchez. Eddie was a loving...

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...