Lino Martinez - Courtesy Announcement
May 2, 2017
Lino E. Martinez Lino was born in El Guique, NM on June 25, 1931 and was called home by the Lord on May 2, 2017. He was the son of Antonio and Margarita Martinez. He was preceded in death recently by his beloved grandson Jerry “JJ” Trejo. Lino dedicated his life to his loving wife Amalia “Molly” of 65 years,...
Vivian Goodman
May 2, 2017
Vivian Marie Goodman (Ekberg), born September 15, 1957, lost her battle against cancer on Tuesday, May 2, 2017. Vivian, a loving wife, mother and friend to many was born in Los Alamos and grew up in Espanola, New Mexico. Vivian’s love of animals began early with the pleasure of horseback riding and caring for the myriad of family pets. She continued that...
Guzman "Gus" Jaramillo
May 2, 2017
GUZMAN “GUS” JARAMILLO, 67, a resident of El Rito, passed away on Tuesday, May 2, 2017 following a lengthy illness. He was preceded in death by his father, Guzman Jaramillo, Sr.; brother, Richard Jaramillo; parents-in-law, Daniel and Margarita Martinez; brothers and sisters-in-law, Gabino Martinez, Mary Martinez, Teofolia Salazar and Frank Ortiz; nephews and niece, Dion Jaramillo, Dwight Salazar and Sharon...
Leo Garcia
May 1, 2017
Leo M. Garcia – Age 81 A lifelong resident of Ojo Caliente passed away peacefully at his home on May 1, 2017 after a lengthy illness surrounded by his loved ones. Leo was born and raised in the same home he passed away in. Leo was born on June 4, 1935 to Juan De La Cruz and Josefa Lopez Garcia...
David Johnson
Apr 30, 2017
DAVID S. JOHNSON, 59, a resident of Nambe, passed away on Sunday, April 30, 2017. He was preceded in death by his mother, Aurelia Johnson; sister, Debbie and many other family members. David was a very creative person who enjoyed working with his hands. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed fishing and loved animals. Mr. Johnson is survived by his...
Robert "Bob" Massengill
Apr 29, 2017
Robert “Bob” Massengill 88, a resident of El Rancho, born December 8, 1928 passed away April 29, 2017. We invite Bob’s many friends to his Celebration of his Life on Saturday, June 24, 2017 at 11:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Cities of Gold Hotel Convention Room in Pojoaque. The family would like to thank you all for your calls,...
Ernesto Martinez
Apr 28, 2017
ERNESTO MARTINEZ, 88, passed away peacefully with his loving wife at his side, in his home in Llano de San Juan, NM (Peñasco) on Friday night April 28, 2017. Ernesto was born on April 25, 1929 in Rio Lucio, NM to Leonardo and Doloritas Martinez. Ernesto was preceded in death by his parents, Leonardo and Doloritas Martinez of Rio Lucio,...
Ramona Vigil
Apr 28, 2017
Ramona Vigil, 85, a resident of Ranchitos formerly of Chamita passed away peacefully on Friday, April 28, 2017. She was preceded in death by her parents, Emilio and Adela Gonzales; brothers, Luis, Jose, Manuel and Samuel Gonzales; sisters, Pablita Borrego, Beroniz Garcia, Susie Martinez; parents-in-law, Antonio Vigil and Maria de la Luz Romero; son-in-law, Freddie Tapia; grandsons, Christopher Tapia and...
Gilbert Montoya
Apr 26, 2017
GILBERT M. MONTOYA, 58, a resident of Santa Fe, passed away on Wednesday, April 26, 2017. Gilbert was preceded in death by his brother, Johnny Montoya; paternal grandparents, Manuel and Ramoncita Montoya, maternal grandparents, Apolonio and Justa Rodriguez. Gilbert is survived by his beloved wife, Wendy Montoya of Santa Fe; loving step-daughter, Jade of Santa Fe; parents, Johnny and Polly...
Lillian Duran
Apr 24, 2017
Lillian C. Duran, 80, a resident of El Rancho, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Monday, April 24, 2017. She was preceded in death by her parents, Aaron and Veronica Roybal; her ex-husband, Fermin Duran; and numerous siblings, nieces and nephews. Lillian’s passion was her grandchildren. She loved serving anyone who came to her house her delicious food....
DonnaMae Talamante
Apr 24, 2017
DonnaMae Talamante 37, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 24th, 2017. She was born May 1, 1979. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Saiz and Emerlinda Trujillo of Cordova, NM; and paternal grandparents; Silviano and Maria Talamante of Chili, NM. Ms. Talamante is survived by her spouse Leonard Vigil of Espanola, NM; children, Tristen Martinez, Merceedes...
Martin Ulibarri
Apr 24, 2017
Martin D. Ulibarri, 36, a resident of Alcalde passed away on Monday, April 24, 2017. He was preceded in death by his father, Manuel Ulibarri; paternal grandparents, Jose and Magdalena Ulibarri; maternal grandparents, Celestino (Tiny) Espinoza and many other relatives. Martin was a beloved son, brother and companion. He enjoyed fishing with his dad on boat outings. He had a true...
Maria DeVargas
Apr 20, 2017
Maria Isabel “Betty” DeVargas, 68, a resident of Cañon Plaza, formerly of Gallina, passed away on Thursday, April 20, 2017. She was preceded in death by her parents, Vivian Suazo and Abenielde Morfin; daughter, Lori Maes; parents-in-law, Manuel and Olivama DeVargas and various aunts and uncles. She loved to read books, cook and be with her family. Once in a while...
Eleanor Romero
Apr 20, 2017
Eleanor L. Romero, 64, a resident of Espanola passed away on April 20, 2017. She was preceded by her mother, Genevieve Romero. Eleanor was a kind hearted mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. She made everything she lived for solely about her family. She was a retired English teacher for the Espanola Public Schools. She was very passionate about teaching and was always...
Barbara Garcia - Courtesy Announcement
Apr 19, 2017
Barbara Garcia- Courtesy Announcement Barbara Garcia, born on August 17, 1946 in Long Island New York, passed away on April 19, 2017. She was the daughter of the late Edward and Gertrude Shell. Barbara resided in Los Alamos NM for 38 years and retired from Los National Laboratory with 30 years of service. Barbara enjoyed Fishing, Camping and doing Ceramics....
Jane Gerheart
Apr 18, 2017
Jane Gerheart (June 28, 1940), a longtime resident of Los Alamos, passed away on April 18, 2017 after battling pancreatic cancer for nine months. She is survived by Don her husband of over 52 years, a daughter Ann and son Chuck and daughter-in-law Chris. She also leaves behind a sister Nancy Chase from Laramie, WY and husband Jim, two nephews...
Richard Cook
Apr 17, 2017
Richard P. Cook, 91, a lifelong resident of Espanola, passed away peacefully at his home on April 17, 2017 surrounded by his loved ones. Richard was born in Espanola, New Mexico on March 25, 1926 to Windell P. Cook, a businessman and Sarah A. Acherman, a school teacher. He graduated from Santa Fe High School in 1943. After high school he was inducted...
Carol Phillips
Apr 16, 2017
CAROL ANN PHILLIPS, 63, a resident of El Rito, passed away on Sunday, April 16, 2017, surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Olen and Alma Thompson; her former husband, Bobby Painter; daughter, Andrea Trujillo; grandchildren, Alan Fuller, Maria and Esai Trujillo; brothers, Kenneth and Donald Thompson. Carol was born August 3, 1953 in Libby MT....
Benny Ortega Jr.
Apr 16, 2017
BENNY J. ORTEGA JR. “SHORTY”, 67, a resident of Hernandez, passed away on Sunday, April 16, 2017. He was preceded in death by his parents, Benny “Avenicio” Sr. and Jessie “Jesucita” Ortega; grandparents, Jose Dario and Maria Elena Ortega and Prudencio and Agapita Lucero; sister, Gloria Bendiola and nephew, Rudy Bendiola. Mr. Ortega is survived by his siblings, Joseph G....
Natalie Denipah
Apr 15, 2017
Our precious mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, teacher and friend, Natalie Ruth Denipah, "Grandma Jo", 83, has returned home to join her place among the Lord’s angels. She passed into the next world on the eve of Easter, April 15, 2017. She was a resident of Ohkay Owingeh Pueblo and a faithful member of the St. Johns Baptist Catholic Church. She...
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