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Local obituaries for DeVargas Funeral Home and Crematory

Joan Quintana

Joan Quintana

Jun 8, 2017

Joan D. Quintana, 80, died Thursday, June 8, 2017 on the eve of her birthday in the arms and prayers of her devoted family. Born June 9, 1936 in Española, New Mexico to Virgil Drace and Mary Sleeth, she lived a happy and meaningful life. Joan carried the love of many, no more than from her husband Mike F. Quintana...

Harry Egdorf

Harry Egdorf

Jun 7, 2017

HARRY RHEINER WILLIAM EGDORF, 98, a resident of Los Alamos, passed away on Wednesday, June 07, 2017 at the Sombrillo Nursing facility in Los Alamos. Harry was born on March 24, 1919 in Chicago, Illinois. He had an early love for Chemistry beginning with Laboratory work in the Cook County Hospital Blood Bank in Chicago. During World War II Harry...

Jose Velasquez

Jose Velasquez

Jun 4, 2017

Jose Vergilio Velasquez, a resident of Ojo Sarco died peacefully at his home on Sunday, June 4, 2017. He was preceded in death by his son, Jerry Velasquez and grand-daughter, Sherice Cordova; brothers Fabriciano Velasquez; Canuto Velasquez and wife Sara; Henry Velasquez and wife Eloudia, Solome Velasquez and wife Andronica; Priscilla Montoya and husband Orlando; Juan Amadeo Velasquez and wife...

Bernie Gallegos

Bernie Gallegos

Jun 3, 2017

Bernie Elizida Gallegos, age 84, a resident of Hernandez went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, June 3, 2017 following a lengthy illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Tobias and Martina Maestas; brother, Gusman Maestas; husband, Robert Gallegos; son, Jake; daughter, Maria; granddaughter, Melony Gallegos and B.B. Watson. Bernie was a very spiritual,...

Theodore Martinez

Theodore Martinez

Jun 2, 2017

Theodore (Ted) M. Martinez, age 81, a lifelong resident of Chamita, passed away on Friday, June 2, 2017 at his home following a lengthy illness surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by his son, Ted Martinez Jr.; parents, Miguel and Juanita Martinez; brothers, Tomas (Tom), Frank and Victor Martinez; sister, Rita; a close niece, Georgette Martinez;...

Magdalena Vigil

Magdalena Vigil

Jun 2, 2017

Magdalena (Galvan) Vigil, 81, went home to be with our Lord and Savior on Friday, Friday June 2, 2017.  She was born in Tierra Amarilla, and was a resident of El Llano. Magdalena was a loving wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, and great grandmother. Her faith was the core of how she lived her life. She loved going to church, praying...

Heather Sandoval-Martinez

Heather Sandoval-Martinez

Jun 1, 2017

Heather R. Sandoval – Martinez, age 27, a resident of Cordova, born on March 15, 1990 and passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 1, 2017. She was a loving mother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend whom her family loved dearly. Heather was a beautiful person, always had a beautiful smile. She will be dearly missed. She was preceded in death...

Leonard Duran

Leonard Duran

May 29, 2017

LEONARD ANTHONY DURAN, 63, a resident of Española, passed away on Monday, May 29, 2017. A devotional service will be held on Sunday, June 11, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. at The Rock Christian Fellowship in Española. The family of Leonard Anthony Duran has entrusted their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory of the Española Valley. 505-747-7477 – www.devargasfuneral.com...

Rose Alarid

Rose Alarid

May 29, 2017

ROSE ALARID, 63, a lifelong resident of Los Luceros, passed away on Monday, May 29, 2017 following a lengthy illness. She was preceded in death by her father, Fidel Alarid and numerous other loved family members. Rose retired from the New Mexico State Highway Department after 25 years of service. She was a class of 1971 graduate of the Española...

Abenilde Lopez

Abenilde Lopez

May 27, 2017

OUR BELOVED MOTHER, GRANDMOTHER, SISTER ABENILDE (NILDE) LOPEZ, 79, a lifelong resident of Chama, passed away on Saturday, May 27, 2017. She was preceded in death by her parents, Flavio and Simona Trujillo; brothers, Gregorio, Alberto and Jose Flavio Trujillo, sister, Maria Trujillo. Nilde loved to sew, cook and read. She especially enjoyed spending time with her family and grandchildren....

Ruben Sandoval

Ruben Sandoval

May 27, 2017

RUBEN U. SANDOVAL, 71, originally of Cordova and a life-long resident of Chimayo, was called to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 27, 2017. Ruben was a loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He had a big heart and cared for everyone around him. He enjoyed long conversations, good company, and making people laugh. He loved supporting the...

Rebecca Borrego

Rebecca Borrego

May 26, 2017

Rebecca Borrego, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 26, 2017, at the age of 82 years after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimers. Rebecca was a loving wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, and great grandmother. Her faith was the core of how she lived her life, always giving selflessly.  She possessed a quiet strength, was a kind, generous, patient, and...

Juan Rivera

Juan Rivera

May 25, 2017

JUAN RIVERA, 54, a resident of La Madera, passed away of a short illness on Thursday, May 25, 2017. Juan was preceded in death by his sister, Maria del Rosario Rivera. Juan loved ranching and working on his trucks. He enjoyed nothing more than spending time with his children and grandson. He was an avid boxing fan. Juan is survived...

Nancy Martinez

Nancy Martinez

May 24, 2017

Nancy K. Martinez, a resident of Cebolla, NM was called by the Lord to be by his side on Wednesday, May 24, 2017.  Nancy was born in August 5, 1961 in Denver, Colorado to Alexander Mayes and Mary Brock.  She grew up in Silver City, New Mexico where she graduated from Silver City High School.  Nancy and Frank were married on February 14,...

Cristobal Lucero

Cristobal Lucero

May 24, 2017

Cristobal Alejandro Lucero, a resident of Chama, originally of Lumberton, was born October 09, 1945 in Chromo, Colorado to Antonio and Fabiana Lucero, and passed away on Wednesday, May 24, 2017. He is preceded in death by his parents, Antonio and Fabiana Lucero; sister, Olivia Zepeda; and in-laws, Jose D. and Antonia Gutierrez. Cristobal is survived by his loving wife...

Margarita Graham

Margarita Graham

May 24, 2017

MARGARITA (MARGIE) GRAHAM, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away in her home on Wednesday, May 24, 2017. Margie was a beautiful and loving person and will be missed by all who knew and loved her. She is survived by her children, Carol R. Duran and husband Gilbert, Larry Garcia and wife Julie both of Albuquerque, and David Garcia and wife...

Mary Jaramillo

Mary Jaramillo

May 23, 2017

Mary Agnes Jaramillo, 93, a longtime resident of Chili, passed away on Tuesday, May 23, 2017.  She was born to Nerio and Antonia Sisneros on December 5, 1923 in El Guique, New Mexico.  After growing up in La Villita, she attended college at Highlands University earning her degree in Education.  Mary Agnes was a school teacher for 38 years, serving Northern New Mexico...

Arcelia Lopez

Arcelia Lopez

May 18, 2017

ARCELIA LOPEZ, 82, a resident of Santa Fe, passed away on Thursday, May 18, 2017. She is survived by her daughters, Corrine Rodriguez and Barbara Garcia (Joe); granddaughter,  Monique Garcia; grandchildren, Jose Rodriguez (Hope), Maria Anaya (Joseph); 8 great-grandchildren; siblings, Magdalena Romero, Adelinda Martinez, Isa Borunda, Elvira Archuleta (Deacon John) and Dolores Garcia; brother in-law, Gene and sister in-law, Eva; as...

Matthew Casaus

Matthew Casaus

May 17, 2017

MATTHEW C. CASAUS, 61, a resident of Cuba, passed away on Wednesday, May 17, 2017. He was preceded in death by his aunts, Alice Marquez and Ortencia Casaus (Ortie). Matthew worked with the US Forest Service for over 30 years. He was a quiet, simple man who loved his family. He enjoyed the outdoors, whether it was fishing, hunting or...

Jose Martinez

Jose Martinez

May 17, 2017

Jose “Ben” Martinez, 93, a resident of Vallecitos, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Wednesday, May 17, 2017. He was preceded in death by his wife Bertha Martinez, parents Jose and Teofila Martinez, in-laws Leandro and Bersabe Gallegos, brother Abel Martinez and sisters Celina Jaramillo, Anita Martinez, Cora Chacon and Son in Law Joseph Lovato.  He is...

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