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Virginia Vigil

Virginia Vigil

Sep 19, 2016

Virginia (Pinky) Vigil, 55, born June 8, 1961 a resident of Canjilon, passed away on Monday, September 19, 2016. She was preceded in death by her Father, Vidal Vigil; sister, Nancy, brothers, Vidal Robert Vigil and Kenneth Vigil; paternal grandparents, Agapito & Delphinia Vigil, maternal grandparents, Ramon & Beroniz Martinez.  She is survived by her mother, Atocha Vigil; brothers and sisters,...

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James Martinez

James Martinez

Sep 18, 2016

James Christopher Martinez, 45, known to many as “Sparky”, passed away after a lengthy illness on Sunday, September 18, 2016. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Jose and Celina Dominguez, paternal grandparents Sigfredo and Genoveva Martinez, and loving brothers Daniel and Allen Martinez. He will be truly missed by all who knew him. James was a resident...

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Patrick Baldonado Jr. "Little Pat"

Patrick Baldonado Jr. "Little Pat"

Sep 18, 2016

PATRICK J. BALDONADO JR. “LITTLE PAT”, 27, a resident of San Juan passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 18, 2016. Patrick was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Manuel Baldonado and Joe Segovia, great-grandparents, Jake and Dila Montoya, great-grandfather, Cornelio and Josefita Segovia; uncles, Bobby Villareal, Joe Roy Segovia; cousins, Jake Jr. and Eric Segovia; best friend, Ike Trujillo.  Patrick enjoyed...

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Mercedes Ray

Mercedes Ray

Sep 17, 2016

Mercedes M. Ray, 89, passed away on Saturday, September 17, 2016 in Los Alamos where she lived with her daughter Kristine. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles (Chuck) Ray; son, Kurt Ray; son-in-law, Rick Scott and her 11 siblings. Mercedes was a resident of Albuquerque for 64 years. She moved to Los Alamos after the death of...

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Jose Durr

Jose Durr

Sep 16, 2016

JOSE GEORGE DURR, 76, a resident of Chamisal, passed away on Friday, September 16, 2016 at the Taos Living Center. He was born on November 9, 1939 to Laurence F. and Frances M. (Martinez) Durr. He was the second sibling of the family. He attended the Chamisal Grade School and graduated from Peñasco High School in 1957. Though disabled, he...

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Cynthia Hesch

Cynthia Hesch

Sep 15, 2016

CYNTHIA ANTONETTE HESCH, 57, passed away suddenly in Los Alamos on Thursday, September 15, 2016.  She is preceded in death by her son, Joel Matthews. Cynthia is survived by her beloved son, Joshua Hesch of Los Alamos; mother, Olivia Baca of Albuquerque; two sisters, Theresa Daly of Los Alamos, Loren Viamonte and husband Andres of Albuquerque; two brothers, Gregory of Albuquerque...

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Peter Lindberg M.D.

Peter Lindberg M.D.

Sep 13, 2016

Peter J. Lindberg, M.D., age 76, passed away at UNM Hospital arm-in-arm with his wife of 56 years on September 13, 2016 from esophageal cancer. Peter was born in Waukegan, IL to Alice and Victor Lindberg on November 26, 1939. His father died when he was eleven years old, and this death further fueled his desire to save people. Peter...

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Jose Montoya

Jose Montoya

Sep 13, 2016

JOSE T. MONTOYA, passed away on Tuesday, September 12, 2016, he was born to Juan and Amada Montoya on February 17, 1932. Tony, as he is known, is the last of all 15 children raised by his parents. Tony grew up in Velarde, working on the farm that his family owned. They had fields, orchards and many farm animals that...

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Felix Bustos

Felix Bustos

Sep 13, 2016

FELIX E. BUSTOS, 79, a resident of Alcalde, passed away on Tuesday, September 13, 2016. He was born in Alcalde to Dionicio (Danny Bustos and Victoriana Pacheco on July 26, 1937. Felix served in the U.S. Army in Bremerhaven, Germany. Felix was a well-known plumber who owned New Mexico Northern Plumbing and Heating since 1970. Felix will never be forgotten...

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Phil Lopez

Phil Lopez

Sep 13, 2016

PHIL LOPEZ, 51, a resident of Los Luceros, passed away on Tuesday, September 13, 2016 surrounded by his loving family. Phil was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Melva Lopez; grandparents, Luis and Rebecca Diaz; and nephew, Michael Herrera. Phil loved the outdoors, he loved hunting, fishing and camping. He always said he felt most at peace in...

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Connie Salazar

Connie Salazar

Sep 12, 2016

CONNIE SALAZAR, 46, a resident of Los Alamos, formerly of Hernandez, passed away on Monday, September 12, 2016. She was preceded in death by her father, Jose Albert Gonzales; mother-in-law, Dolores Salazar; brother-in-law, Paul Salazar, Jr.; grandparents, Juan Pablo and Eutimia Martinez, Rumaldo and Magdalena Gonzales. Ms. Salazar is survived by her children, Joe Salazar of Albuquerque, Arren Salazar of...

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Celso Ortiz

Celso Ortiz

Sep 12, 2016

CELSO M. ORTIZ, 92, a resident of Santa Cruz, passed away following a lengthy illness on Monday, September 12, 2016. Celso was preceded in death by his wife, Tommie Ortiz; parents, Daniel and Porfiria Ortiz; 3 brothers and 5 sisters. Mr. Ortiz is survived by his son, Tito Ortiz; as he often said his closest niece, Jeri and husband Mel...

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Victor Reynolds

Victor Reynolds

Sep 9, 2016

Victor Reynolds, 81, resident of upper San Pedro for 62 years passed away suddenly on September 9, 2016.  He was preceded in death by his mother, Benita Reynolds Lopez; father, Joe Trujillo; sons, Chris and Kenneth Reynolds; daughter-in-law, Connie Reynolds; grandsons, Derrick and Victor Reynolds; half-brother, Larry Lopez; brother-in-law, Gene Medina, nephews, Gene Medina Jr. and Alex Ortiz; in-laws, Eugenio and...

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Max Salazar

Max Salazar

Sep 8, 2016

Max S. Salazar, 91, a resident of Tierra Amarilla, passed away on Thursday, September 8, 2016 in Española following a brief illness. Max was preceded in death by his parents, Sabine and Carlotta (Ulibarri) Salazar; brothers and sisters, Rufina Salazar, Ascension Goodnight, Margaret Garcia, Aleja Salazar, and Victor Salazar; two nephews he was very close to, Lester and Gilbert Salazar....

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Julia Valdez

Julia Valdez

Sep 8, 2016

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our beloved mother and grandmother, Julia T. Valdez, 81, who passed away after a short illness on Thursday, September 8, 2016. She was preceded in death by her beloved son, Tony Joe Trujillo (TA); her parents, Daniel and Rebecca Trujillo; brothers, Jose, Freddy, Daniel, Gilbert and Louie Trujillo; sisters,...

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Jose Mendoza

Jose Mendoza

Sep 7, 2016

JOSE MENDOZA, 40, a resident of Petaca/Albuquerque, passed away on Wednesday, September 7, 2016. Jose was preceded in death by his mother, Senovia Torrez; grandparents, Maclovio and Eufemia Torrez. Jose is survived by his brother, Adolfo Torrez and wife Anita; Tia, Placida Roybal; nephews, Adolfo Torrez Jr., Domonic Torrez and Matthew Torrez; special aunt, Darlene Roybal and many cousins and...

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Richard Martinez

Richard Martinez

Sep 7, 2016

RICHARD G. MARTINEZ, 63, a resident of El Guique, passed away on Wednesday, September 7, 2016. Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Maclovio and Monica Martinez; brothers, Ernest and Felix Martinez; sister-in-law, Debbie Martinez. Richard was known by those who knew him, as a person who loved his family dearly especially his grandchildren. Richard loved to fish, hunt,...

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George Vigil Jr.

George Vigil Jr.

Sep 6, 2016

George P. Vigil Jr., 78, a lifelong resident of Guachupangue, passed away on Tuesday, September 6th, 2016. He enjoyed being with his family, the outdoors, hunting, fishing, and being with his animals and loved kids. George Portrayed Juan De Onate in 1975, he served in the U.S. Army and retired from the Los Alamos County and New Mexico State Legislature.  George...

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Orlinda Romero

Orlinda Romero

Sep 4, 2016

ORLINDA ROMERO, 79, a resident of Alcalde, passed away on Sunday, September 4, 2016. She was preceded in death by her husband, Eloy Romero; parents, Luis and Rebecca Diaz; siblings, Bon Diaz, Tere Medina, Melva Lopez, Albert Diaz and Tommy Diaz. Orlinda was a fun loving person who enjoyed to sew, loved to go watch the Sundevils' Basketball games, as...

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George Ortega

George Ortega

Sep 4, 2016

GEORGE D. ORTEGA, 84, a resident of Coyote, was called home to be with Our Lord on Sunday, September 4, 2016. He was born February 9, 1932. George was preceded in death by his parents, Ezequiel and Ambrosia; 4 brothers; daughter, Georgia Salaz. George was raised along with his brothers, and sisters in Mesa Pinabetal. He lived and worked in...

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