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David Vigil

David Vigil

Jul 7, 2017

DAVID G. VIGIL, 55, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Friday, July 7, 2017 following a lengthy illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, Juan D. and Mary E. Vigil. David was employed at Bob’s Fish and Chips during his early years while developing great friendships. He was a diehard Dallas Cowboys fan. He loved many things...

Rubel Martinez

Rubel Martinez

Jul 5, 2017

Rubel Francisco Martinez, 89, San Pedro, died Tuesday, July 4, 2017 at his home with his loving family by his side.  Rubel was born Dec. 30, 1927 in Cuarteles, the third of seven children (only son), to Ascencion Martinez and Esther Fresquez Martinez.  Rubel graduated from Santa Cruz High School in 1945. After graduating, he joined the U.S. Army Air Corps. He...

Manuel Sandoval

Manuel Sandoval

Jul 5, 2017

MANUEL SANDOVAL, 40, a resident of Cordova formerly of Los Angeles passed away on Wednesday, July 5, 2017. Manuel was preceded in death by his father, Henry Cerda; padrino, Robert Sandoval; grandparents, Enrique and Estella Cerda, Damian and Frances Sandoval; father-in-law, Candido Romero; grandchildren, Mariah Penate, and Nathaniel Walker; sister, Raycheal; uncle, Rene and numerous relatives and friends. Manuel was...

Allen Pettingill "Baby Allen"

Allen Pettingill "Baby Allen"

Jul 4, 2017

ALLEN R. PETTINGILL “BABY ALLEN”, 52, a resident of Los Lunas, passed away on Tuesday, July 04, 2017. Allen was preceded in death by his father, Allen S. Pettingill; maternal grandparents, Royal C. Elwess and Stella M. Elwess, paternal grandparents, Nelson Pettingill and Evelyn. Allen R Pettingill (Baby Al) was a very devoted, loving, caring husband, father, son , brother,...

Eric Archuleta

Eric Archuleta

Jul 4, 2017

ERIC BRIAN ARCHULETA, 38, a resident of Ranchitos, passed away on Tuesday, July 04, 2017. Eric was preceded in death by his grandparents, Vicente and Amada Garcia and Manuel Archuleta; uncles, Salomon and Elmer Garcia. He was born on May 06, 1979 in Los Alamos to Daniel and Gloria Archuleta. Eric is survived by his daughter, Charlene Archuleta; parents, Daniel...

Teodoro Sandoval

Teodoro Sandoval

Jul 4, 2017

Teodoro Sandoval was a resident of Rio Lucio, New Mexico. He was born August 26, 1921. He was 95 years old and passed on Tuesday,  July 4, 2017. He was preceded in death by his parents Ramon and Lucinda Sandoval, his son Rocky, 3 infant children named Tony, Ramoncita, and Debbie, 2 infant great-grandchildren named Kamea and Aria, 8 brothers and...

Isaac Barela Jr.

Isaac Barela Jr.

Jul 2, 2017

Isaac Romelo Barela, Jr., a resident of Chimayo, unexpectedly went to be in the arms of the Lord on Sunday, July 2, 2017.  Isaac was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Mary Dolores Barela, paternal grandfather, Gilbert Barela; uncles, Dennis, Louie and Ricky Barela; maternal and aunt, Natalie Vasquez-Mirabal.  Isaac loved spending time with his family, and will be greatly missed.  Isaac...

Katharine Ankeny

Katharine Ankeny

Jul 1, 2017

Katharine Sue Mulder Ankeny passed away at home on July 1st, 2017 after a tooth and nail fight against Colon Cancer. She is survived by husband Lee Ankeny, children Emily and Tristan, mother Velma Mulder, siblings Nancy Roush, Jody Bergland (Bob) and Bill Mulder Jr. (Amy), as well as numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, and grandnephews. She is preceded in...

Thomas Pieterick

Thomas Pieterick

Jun 28, 2017

THOMAS GEORGE PIETERICK, born December 27, 1955 in Milwaukee, WI, residing in Tomahawk, WI left this world on June 28, 2017 in Santa Fe County. Thomas was a 1974 graduate of Bay View High School. He was employed at EZ Painter (Surline) for 32 years in until his retirement in 2011. He graduated from their first Certified Journeyman Maintenance Mechanic...

Bernie Marquez

Bernie Marquez

Jun 28, 2017

BERNIE M. MARQUEZ, a resident of Ranchitos, has gone to join her husband, Jose E. Marquez Sr.; son, Donald Marquez, in their new home. She is survived by her daughters, Connie, Rose, Christina, and Norma, sons, Jose E. Marquez Jr. and wife, Gerald Marquez and wife, and her daughter-in-law, Sharon Marquez; twelve grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Ida Martinez; sisters, Frances...

Priscilla Herrera

Priscilla Herrera

Jun 27, 2017

PRISCILLA HERRERA, 32, a resident of Los Pachecos, passed away on Tuesday, June 27, 2017 following a lengthy illness in Rio Rancho. Priscilla has gone home to be with her beloved brother Michael; maternal grandparents, Edward and Melba Lopez; uncles, Phil Lopez, Samuel Herrera, and Albert Smith, aunt, Florence Herrera and numerous other loved family members. Priscilla is survived by...

Camille Dobberowsky

Camille Dobberowsky

Jun 24, 2017

Camille Dobberowsky, 30, a resident of Ohkay Owingeh, passed away on June 24, 2017 due to natural causes. She is preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Manuel and Bernardita Cata. Camille worked at Adelante Services and also competed in the Special Olympics. She is survived by her parents, Douglas and Barbara Hutchinson of Ohkay Owingeh; sister, Amanda Dobberowsky; partner,...

Reyna Martinez

Reyna Martinez

Jun 24, 2017

Reyna Nichole Martinez, 32, a resident of Alcalde, went to her eternal home with our Lord on June 24, 2017 surrounded by her loving family. She is preceded in death by her maternal great grandparents, Cornelio and Cruzita Valdez, Elefio and Antonia Salazar; grandmother, Viola Maestas; brother, Ricky Martinez; God parents, Eva and Eloy Lopez and God brothers Ivan Lopez...

Wynona Holton

Wynona Holton

Jun 22, 2017

Wynona D. Holton, 68, a resident of the Española area, passed away on Thursday, June 22, 2017. Born on February 15, 1949 in Gainsville Texas. Wynona graduated in May of 1967 from Joshua High School. A decade later she moved to NM working for the Proforce in Los Alamos. In 1979 she became a mother for the first time to...

Eric Martinez

Eric Martinez

Jun 22, 2017

Beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend, ERIC MICHAEL MARTINEZ, 38, a resident of the Shadow Mountain area, was called home on Thursday, June 22, 2017.  Eric was preceded in death by paternal grandparents, Edward and Stella Martinez; maternal grandfather, Frank Benjamin Heusi II, and aunt Matilda Irvin.  Eric was born on March 31, 1979 in LaPorte, Indiana to Edward and Elizabeth...

Mariano Maestas

Mariano Maestas

Jun 20, 2017

MARIANO HERMINIO MAESTAS, 103, a resident of Chili, passed away Tuesday, June 20, 2017 at his home in Chili, New Mexico. Mariano is preceded in death by his parents, Felix Maestas Sr. and Sofia; siblings, Amabel “Mabel” Cordova, Ubaldo Maestas, Sister Felicia, and Felix Maestas Jr., Francequita “Francis” Atencio and Maria Clorinda “Clora” Archuleta. Mariano E. Maestas was born in...

Bruce Noel

Bruce Noel

Jun 18, 2017

Bruce Noel departed this world from his home in Espanola, New Mexico on June 18, 2017. Bruce was born in York, Pennsylvania on September 13, 1934.  He began his working career as a bartender and truck driver there.  Given the opportunity to start college at the age of 22, he completed his undergraduate studies at Drexel University in Philadelphia, received his M.S....

William Meloy

William Meloy

Jun 17, 2017

William (Bill) Henry Meloy, 72, passed away on June 17, 2017. He was born in Enid, Oklahoma on October 22, 1944 to Jesse Henry and Jessie Lee (LaRue) Meloy. He graduated from Hobbs High School in Hobbs, New Mexico, and completed his degree in Business Administration from Western University, Silver City, New Mexico. Bill was awarded a Purple Heart serving...

Dylan Cook

Dylan Cook

Jun 17, 2017

Dylan Anthony Cook, age 25 a resident of South San Ysidro, NM suddenly passed away on Saturday, June 17, 2017 to be with his Heavenly Father. He was preceded in death by his father, Joshua Cook, Sr. and brother, Isaiah Cook Jr. Dylan loved being outdoors, camping, fishing, watching sports, spending time with his family and friends. Dylan was a...

Lee Aldaco

Lee Aldaco

Jun 17, 2017

LEE A ALDACO, 86, a resident of Espanola formerly of Denver, passed away on Saturday, June 17, 2017. Lee was preceded in death by his daughter, Victoria; brother, Andrew and his parents; sister, Juanita. Lee worked for RTD in Espanola. He is survived by his wife, MaryAlice Aldaco of Espanola; daughters, Lorraine, Nikki, Gerrie, Jennifer, and Elizabeth all of Denver...

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