Obituary Listing

Victoria Lopez

Victoria Lopez

May 9, 2017

VICTORIA G. LOPEZ, 90, a resident of San Pedro, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 9, 2017. Victoria was preceded in death by her parents, Cruz B. and Reynalda Gonzales; husband Benjamin Lopez; sons, Baltasar and Mike Lopez, daughters, Barbara Sanchez, Jessie Rodriguez; She is survived by her companion, George Lucero; children, Benjamin Lopez (Irene), Inez McCanna (Jim), Leroy Lopez...

Paul Gutierrez Sr.

Paul Gutierrez Sr.

May 9, 2017

PAUL GUTIERREZ SR., 80, a resident of Santa Clara Pueblo, passed away on Tuesday, May 09, 2017. Paul was preceded in death by his parents, Luther and Lupita Gutierrez; sister, Pauline Naranjo; nephews, Frank Jr. and James Naranjo, and many other relatives and friends. Paul enjoyed fishing at Santa Clara Canyon. He loved traveling and spending time with his family....

Ernesto Gonzales

Ernesto Gonzales

May 9, 2017

ERNESTO “ERNIE” GONZALES, 79, a resident of Alcalde, passed away on Tuesday, May 09, 2017. Ernie was preceded in death by his wife, Juliet Gonzales; parents, Rebecca and Antonio Gonzales; and sister, Carmen Brooks. He was the proud owner of Fine Graphics in Española for 40 years. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. A...

Charles Wright

Charles Wright

May 8, 2017

Charles Allen Wright, a 47 year resident of Los Alamos, passed away at the age of 81 on Monday, May 8, 2017. Charles is preceded in death by father, Charles Allen Wright; mother, Rose Alpert and daughter Sandy Banister. Mr. Wright was born and raised in Newton, MA. He was hired by EG&G Inc. in 1961 in Boston, MA as...

Maria Romero Cardoso

Maria Romero Cardoso

May 6, 2017

Maria Romero Cardoso, 73, a resident of Espanola passed away Saturday May 6, 2017. She is survived by her children Gabriella, Patricia, and Victor Andrade all of Espanola. Public visitation will begin on Monday, May 8, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. in the Sangre de Cristo Chapel of DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory, with a rosary to be recited at 7:00...

Roger Rasmussen

Roger Rasmussen

May 4, 2017

Roger L. Rasmussen, 96, died at home in Los Alamos on May 4, 2017.  His daughter Beth, Fr. Glenn Jones, and neighbor and family friend Deidra Remde were at his side.  He was the loving husband of Jane Keller Rasmussen, whom he met while she was serving in the Women’s Army Corps in Los Alamos.  They married in Santa Fe in 1945; she...

Denise Montoya

Denise Montoya

May 4, 2017

DENISE M. MONTOYA, 37, a resident of Nambe, passed away on Thursday, May 4, 2017 following a sudden illness. She was preceded in death by her half-sister, Tina Marie Garcia; maternal grandparents, Mariano and Inez Garcia; paternal grandparents, Ramon L. and Frances M. Montoya and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Ms. Montoya is survived by her son, Nathan Tapia; parents,...

Filimon Lovato

Filimon Lovato

May 3, 2017

FILIMON R. LOVATO, 83, a resident of Hernandez, passed away on Wednesday, May 3, 2017 following a lengthy illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, Juan De Dios Lovato and Adelina Lovato; daughter, Nancy Lovato; mother of his children, Frances Lovato. Filimon loved to tell jokes, make people laugh and loved watching tv and listening to music. He...

Christine Marquez

Christine Marquez

May 3, 2017

CHRISTINE PATRICIA MARQUEZ, 57, a resident of Arroyo Seco in the Taos area and Santa Fe, passed away on Wednesday, May 03, 2017 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was preceded in death by her son-in-law, Miguel Peralta; sister-in-law, Rosemarie Marquez; parents, Gabriel and Antonia Marquez; brother, Christopher Marquez; and her maternal and paternal grandparents. Christine was...

Lino Martinez - Courtesy Announcement

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...