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Local obituaries for DeVargas Funeral Home and Crematory

Walter Roybal

Walter Roybal

May 17, 2017

WALTER ROYBAL, 37, a resident of Pojoaque passed away unexpectedly. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Eufelia Roybal. Walter lived a life full of laughter and joy; insistent on having a good time, he shared his infectious smile and positivity with everyone he met.  His early years were highlighted by an exceptional high school basketball career, and high academic...

Lorraine Hernandez

Lorraine Hernandez

May 16, 2017

OUR BELOVED MOTHER LORRAINE GRIEGO HERNANDEZ, 80, born in Embudo, NM on November 5, 1936 and was a lifelong resident of Velarde, passed away peacefully in the family home surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, May 16, 2017 and is now in the arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She was preceded in death by her parents,...

Clara Montoya

Clara Montoya

May 15, 2017

Clara O. Montoya, 91, a longtime resident of Velarde, passed away on Monday, May 15, 2017 following a lengthy illness surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Montoya; son, George Montoya Jr.; parents, Damian and Senaida Lujan; sisters, Ermalinda Gasca, Bernie Sanchez and Isabel Cordova; brother, Damian Lujan Jr.; mother and father-in-law, Eleazar...

Leo Martinez

Leo Martinez

May 15, 2017

LEO M. MARTINEZ, 80, a resident of Chimayo, passed away on Monday, May 15, 2017. Leo graduated from McCurdy High School in 1957 and later joined the U.S. Army where he served his country honorably during the Korean War. He worked for the State of New Mexico, Department of Motor Vehicles and retired after 30 years. He ended his career...

Lorenza Montoya

Lorenza Montoya

May 14, 2017

Lorenza Gertrude Montoya, 98, passed away in her home on Sunday, May 14, 2017. She had lived in Los Alamos for 65 years after moving from her hometown of Espanola.  Lorenza was born to Jesus and Amada (Vigil) Rodriguez on September 5, 1918.  She married Johnnie L. Montoya, of Monticello, NM, in 1947. Lorenza was the loving mother of Bonnie Edwards, Loretta...

Donald Martinez

Donald Martinez

May 14, 2017

Donald D. Martinez, age 67, a resident of Medanales, passed away on Sunday, May 14, 2017 following a lengthy illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, Justiniano and Eliza Martinez; brothers, Gilberto, Lloyd, and Juan Martinez; sons, Joe “Bolo” Chacon, Ronald “Lepe” Martinez, and David “Duke” Martinez; mother in-law, Deluvina Martinez; sister in-law, Delilah “Weda” Padilla; and nephew,...

Clara Stone

Clara Stone

May 13, 2017

Clara G. Stone, 97, died peacefully on May 13, 2017. She was born April 29, 1920 at home in Santa Clara Pueblo to Vidal and Josefita Gutierrez. Clara worked as a nurses aide during World War II in Los Alamos, NM. At this time, she met and married the love of her life Army Sergent, Thomas Preston Stone. They continued...

Paul Ortega

Paul Ortega

May 12, 2017

PAUL ORTEGA, 47, a resident of Coyote, passed away on Friday, May 12, 2017. Paul was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Leopoldo and Rosario Ortega, maternal grandparents, Donaciano and Santana Salazar; uncle, Severeo Ortega. Paul was known to many as a compassionate, loving, hardworking person, the love of his life was his daughter, Bailee. He adored his wife...

Jessica Gonzales

Jessica Gonzales

May 12, 2017

JESSICA MARIE GONZALES, 27, a resident of Española, passed away on Friday, May 12, 2017. Jessica was preceded in death by her grandmother, Lucy Gonzales of Gallina; cousin, Patricia Cordova; and uncle, Johnny Gonzales of Gallina. She worked as a teacher’s assistant at Las Cumbers preschool. Jessica loved all the children as much as they loved her, she was a...

Pete Valdez

Pete Valdez

May 11, 2017

Pete Valdez, 53, a resident of Española, passed away peacefully at his home on May 11, 2017 following a battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Juan and Emma Valdez; maternal grandparents, Antonio Valerio and Eufelia Fernandez; cousins, Margarita Valdez, Sheila Valdez, Mario Valerio, A.J. Herrera, Carlos Valdez and Eliseo Salazar; uncles, Sleepy, Joe, Sofo...

Manuel Rivera

Manuel Rivera

May 10, 2017

Manuel P. Rivera “Manny”, 19, a resident of Española, passed away on Wednesday, May 10, 2017. He was preceded in death by his father, Juan A. Rivera; great-grandparents, Antonio and Elisa Rivera, Pedro and Beronica Garcia and Pat and Rose Hoover; grandmothers, Elizabeth Anne Rodriguez, and Ninfa Gallegos; uncles, Richard Gallegos, and Albert Rodriguez. Manuel loved bull riding, racing cars,...

Adonelia Martinez

Adonelia Martinez

May 9, 2017

Adonelia D. Martinez, 93, a resident of Chimayo, was born September 29, 1923, and passed away May 9, 2017. She was preceded in death by her husband, Anastacio Martinez; parents, Juan and Pablita Ortega Duran; sons, Gilbert, Ricky, Frankie, and Anastacio Jr. Martinez; sisters, Magdalena Martinez, Versales Montoya, and Rosa Vigil; brother, Aniseto Duran; grandchildren, Charlie, and Jimmy Jr. Ortiz,...

Carol Martinez

Carol Martinez

May 9, 2017

CAROL L. MARTINEZ, 58, a resident of Lyden, passed away on Tuesday, May 09, 2017. Carol Martinez was born on November 28, 1958 and passed away on May 9, 2017.  She was preceded in death by her parents Aniceto and Viola Martinez; sister, Yvette Martinez.  She lived in Velarde until 1992 when she moved to Lyden.  She worked at an insurance company in...

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,...

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