Obituary Listing

Deborah Martinez - Courtesy Announcement

Deborah Martinez - Courtesy Announcement

Jan 11, 2017

DEBORAH MARIE MARTINEZ, a resident of Alcalde, born July 15, 1967 passed away in Albuquerque on Wednesday, January 11, 2017. She was preceded in death her grandparents, Alfredo and Benita both of La Villita, Cerila and Juan Lucero both of El Rito; parents, Juan and Diane Martinez both of La Villta; aunt, Frances Vigil of Espanola, uncle, David Martinez of...

Jane Arguello Carmona

Jane Arguello Carmona

Jan 10, 2017

JANE E. ARGUELLO CARMONA, 75, a resident of Lower Ojito, went to be with our Lord on Tuesday, January 10, 2017. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Joe A. Arguello, Sr.; parents, Concepcion and Elvira R. Lopez; brother, Gilbert C. Lopez; and nephews, Benito and Eric Ortega. Mrs. Carmona is survived by her present husband, Martin Carmona;...

Gloria Martinez

Gloria Martinez

Jan 10, 2017

GLORIA M. MARTINEZ, 79, a resident of Upper San Pedro, our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend passed away on Tuesday morning, January 10, 2017 at the Presbyterian Hospital in Albuquerque. Gloria was born May 22, 1937 in Dixon to Mariano Romero and Refugio Romero-Montoya who precede her in death. She was also preceded in death by her...

Ernest Maestas - Courtesy Announcement

Ernest Maestas - Courtesy Announcement

Jan 8, 2017

Ernest Gilbert Maestas 49, a resident of Pueblo, Colorado, an avid Steelers fan, went to be with our Lord on January 8, 2017. He was preceded in death by his Goddaughter; Vanessa Maestas, his paternal grandparents; Jacobo and Lydia Maestas of Hernandez. Maternal grandparent; Merced Quintana of Santa Cruz. Ernest is survived by his two sons; Ernest Jr. (Lunden), Gabriel...

Abran Garcia Valdez

Abran Garcia Valdez

Jan 7, 2017

Abran Merced García-Valdez, a resident of Nambe, passed away on Saturday, January 7, 2017. He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Vianes Valdez and Charles Misere; Madrina, Elsie Sandoval; and cousin, J.J. Hagewood. He was born to Julian Valdez and Jeanette García on June 3, 1993. After graduating high school, he attended Albuquerque Barber College, and worked as a...

Rosana Padilla-Courtesy Announcement

Rosana Padilla-Courtesy Announcement

Jan 6, 2017

ROSANA PADILLA, 69, a resident of Hernandez, passed away on Friday, January 6, 2017. She was preceded in death by her husband Rosendo Padilla; parents, Benancio and Lugarda Martinez; in-laws, Leandro and Juanita Padilla; son, Robert Padilla Sr.; granddaughter, Robyn Padilla; sister, Toni and husband Joe Trujillo and brother, Nestor Martinez. Rosana is survived her son Johnny Padilla (Lisa), daughter,...

Arthur Smith

Arthur Smith

Jan 6, 2017

Arthur M. Smith, was born May 28, 1917, passed away January 6, 2017 at the age of 99 in Los Alamos, New Mexico. Art was a long time resident of Farmington, New Mexico. He was a avid golfer and bowler, he enjoyed working his yard. Art was active in his local United Methodist Church, Masons and Shriners. He grew up...

Edward Leyba

Edward Leyba

Jan 5, 2017

EDWARD LEYBA, 89, a resident of Peñasco, passed away at his home on Thursday, January 5, 2017. He was preceded in death by his parents, Flavio and Sofia Leyba; his sister, Erlinda and brother Simon. Edward was born in Peñasco, NM in August 1927.  Edward served as a Corporal in the US Army from 1950 to 1955.  He attended college at St....

Michael Olson - Courtesy Announcement

Michael Olson - Courtesy Announcement

Jan 2, 2017

Michael D. Olson, 68, of Denver, passed away January 2, 2017. He was born May 7, 1948 in Ames, Iowa, the son of Milo and Berniece (Anderson) Olson. Michael was a graduate of S. Hamilton High School in Jewell, Iowa in 1966. He then received his Bachelors Degree from Iowa State University. He retired as a Technician with the City...

Martha Doss

Martha Doss

Jan 2, 2017

MARTHA DOSS, 76, a longtime resident of Los Alamos, passed peacefully into the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Monday, January 2, 2017 with her two sons by her side as she passed. Martha was preceded in death by her husband, Danny Doss; and her parents, Ural and Martha Cobb. Martha was a cherished daughter, sister, wife,...

Eliseo Ortega

Eliseo Ortega

Jan 1, 2017

ELISEO ORTEGA, 34, a resident of La Mesilla, went to be with our Lord on Sunday, January 1, 2017. He was preceded in death by his step-grandmother, Irene Jaramillo; grandfather, Joe Ortega, step grandparents Johnny and Tillie Garcia, and numerous other relatives.  Eliseo will be greatly missed and will always be remembered as a kindhearted, loving and loyal person with a...

Santiago Naranjo - Courtesy Announcement

Santiago Naranjo - Courtesy Announcement

Jan 1, 2017

Santiago Jose Naranjo, 75, a resident of Santa Clara Pueblo passed away on Sunday, January 1, 2017. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sarah and Joe D. Naranjo; daughter, Sarah Viarreal and son-in-law, Johnny Viarreal; sisters, Ariellia Begay and Tonita Naranjo. Santiago is survived by his daughters, Phyllis (Roy) Martinez, Janice Naranjo, Sandra Talache, son, Santiago James Naranjo;...

Antonia Quintana

Antonia Quintana

Jan 1, 2017

ANTONIA “TONI” QUINTANA, a resident of San Pedro, passed away of a short illness on Sunday, January 1, 2017. She was preceded in death by her husband, Juan I. Quintana; granddaughter, Razelle Velez; parents, Gregorio and Honorata Mondragon; sisters, Roberta A. Mondragon, Rose N. Martinez and Loretta Montoya. Antonia loved embroidering, cooking and was a dedicated catholic. She was also...

Elfego Lovato III

Elfego Lovato III

Dec 31, 2016

ELFEGO LOVATO, III, 48, a resident of Los Alamos, departed this earth to be with the Lord the early morning of Saturday, December 31, 2016. Elfego was preceded in death by his grandparents, Elfego Lovato, Sr. and Carlota Lovato; aunt, Christella Lovato; aunt, Tanny Lovato; and cousin, Gracie Lovato.  Elfego is survived by his children, Victoria Lovato, Elfego Lovato IV, Rafael...

Luis Ulibarri

Luis Ulibarri

Dec 29, 2016

Luis “Louie” Alfonso Ulibarri, 74, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 29, 2016, surrounded by his family; after a brief courageous battle with cancer. Louie was preceded in death by his parents Luis Alfonso, and Mary Herrera Ulibarri; sister, Rita Peralta; sister-in-law, Delilah Padilla; grandparents Manuel and Asencion Herrera, and Valentin and Gabriela Ulibarri. Louie is survived by his loving...

Cynthia Trujillo

Cynthia Trujillo

Dec 28, 2016

CYNTHIA J. TRUJILLO, 47, a resident of Chimayo, passed away on Wednesday, December 28, 2016.  Ms. Trujillo was a former worker of Los Alamos National Laboratory, taught catechism at Holy Family Parish in Chimayo for several years. Was a former dispatcher for the Chimayo Fire Department.  She was preceded in death by her father, Amarante Johnny Trujillo; sister, Tracy Trujillo; Grandma Genoveva...

Marie Chacon-Garcia Courtesy Announcement

Marie Chacon-Garcia Courtesy Announcement

Dec 27, 2016

MARIE “BELEN” CHACON-GARCIA, 73, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday morning, December 27, 2016 at University Hospital in San Antonio, Texas.  Marie was born in Espanola and lived most of her life in Lower San Pedro, New Mexico, before moving to Hawaii and then later to San Antonio, T.X.  Her greatest joys in life were her family, as she was a cherished daughter,...

Socorro Hernandez

Socorro Hernandez

Dec 26, 2016

SOCORRO HERNANDEZ, 73, a resident of Espanola, passed away on Monday, December 26, 2016. Socorro was preceded in death by her parents, Teodoro and Josephina Miranda; daughter, Josephina Hernandez. Socorro loved music, dancing and picking on all her children. She would always be joking around with everyone. She is survived by her spouse Refugio Hernandez; children, Delia, Monserrat, Martin, Analuisa,...

Donald Archuleta

Donald Archuleta

Dec 26, 2016

Donald T. Archuleta, 70, a resident of Rio Chama, NM, born on August 26, 1946, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, December 26, 2016 surrounded by his family after a lengthy illness. .  Donald was preceded in death by his mother, Antonia Madrid; grandfather, who raised him, Severo Archuleta; nephews, Emilio Gonzales, Leroy (Smokey) Gonzales, and great-nephew, Eric Romero; niece,...

Johnny Archuleta

Johnny Archuleta

Dec 26, 2016

Johnny I. Archuleta, 82, a resident of Espanola, born on May 27, 1934, went home to be with our Lord Jesus Christ on December 26, 2016. Johnny was preceded in death by his parents, Juan I. & Rosabel V. Archuleta; brothers, Gilberto & Joe Quirino (wife Becky) and  sister Cleseria; son Jerome Archuleta; granddaughter, Stephanie Archuleta and grandson Alfonso Archuleta. Johnny...