Jayden Santana
Oct 11, 2016
JAYDEN LUCIANO SANTANA, 9 months old, was granted his wings on Tuesday, October 10, 2016. Jayden spent his final days surrounded by his family. Jayden was preceded in death by his paternal grandpa, Donald Sena. He touched so many of our lives in a very special way in his short life. He had a gentle smile that could melt the...
Maria Lopez
Oct 11, 2016
Maria Amelia Lopez, 81, a resident of Anchorage, Alaska, and previously of Los Alamos and Española, passed on Tuesday, October 11, 2016. The family, friends and loved ones of Amelia Lopez celebrate her life, born on February 28, 1935 in Rio Arriba, to the late Felix and Madalegna Griego. Amelia was the proud mother to family of 10 children, 15 grandchildren...
Robert Elliott
Oct 9, 2016
Robert J. (Bob) (aka Red/Rojo) Elliott, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 9, 2016, in Los Alamos, NM, in the arms of his family. The world now has a void where Bob’s exuberant, gregarious, loving, joyful, giving, optimistic, larger-than-life personality has been so alive for the last 90 years. He was the cherished father of Nancy and Randy Vaughn and...
Larry Archuleta
Oct 7, 2016
Larry Archuleta, 59, a resident of Truchas passed away unexpectedly, Friday, October 7, 2016. He was preceded in death by his daughter Angel Archuleta; sister, Mary Louise Romero; his brothers David and Ernie Archuleta; his father Policarpio Archuleta. Mr. Archuleta is survived by his son Larry Archuleta Jr. and partner Edna Martinez, granddaughters Deandra Crystal Archuleta Romero and husband Brian of Espanola,...
Lisa Sanchez-Herrera
Oct 7, 2016
LISA NAOMI SANCHEZ-HERRERA, 46, a longtime resident of Santa Fe, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 7, 2016. She was preceded in death by her mother, Margaret Sanchez. Lisa was a caregiver for a number of years. She was a loving mother and devoted wife. She was loved by all and will be dearly missed. Mrs. Herrera is survived by...
Alfredo Lucero
Oct 7, 2016
ALFREDO LUCERO, 88, a resident of El Rito, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, October 7, 2016. He was preceded in death by his wife of 47 years, Margaret; parents, Felix Lucero and Florinda, sons, Patrick and Tommy Lucero; brother, Marshal Lucero, sister, Miquela Treveno. Alfredo retired from the Dunes Casino in Las Vegas and later moved to...
Henry Maes
Oct 6, 2016
HENRY A. MAES, 78, a resident of Santa Cruz, passed away of a brief battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his parents, Felipe and Rufinita Maes; brother, David Maes. Henry was a loving companion, father, grandfather and friend. He was a man of many talents. He enjoyed gardening, traveling with Rosie and being in the outdoors. His real...
Gilbert Ortiz
Oct 5, 2016
GILBERT P. ORTIZ, 71, a resident of Pojoaque, passed away on Wednesday, October 5, 2016 with his family by his side. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jose and Susanita Ortiz. Gilbert loved farming, genealogy and watching sports. He was a hard worker and was the caretaker of his family. He will be missed dearly. Mr. Ortiz is...
Carmen Ceballes
Oct 5, 2016
CARMEN CEBALLES, 70, a lifelong resident of Espanola, passed away Wednesday, October 5, 2016. Carmen was preceded in death by maternal grandparents Antonio Jose and Catarina Lara Vialpando, Mother Ignacia Vialpando, father-in-law Louie Ceballes and mother-in law Nora Ceballes. Carmen is survived by her husband of 53 years, David Ceballes of Espanola, sons David Ceballes II and wife Angie Ceballes of...
Tomas Archuleta
Oct 5, 2016
TOMAS De AQUINO ARCHULETA, 79, a lifelong resident of Chamita, passed away on Wednesday, October 5, 2016. He was preceded in death by his parents, Atanasio and Emilia Archuleta; sons, Thomas Michael, Jose Leandro and Atanasio David and infant baby; brothers, Julian, Emilio, Atanasio and Juan Archuleta; sisters, Luge and Polly and many other relatives. Mr. Archuleta is survived by...
Alejandro Lovato
Oct 5, 2016
ALEJANDRO ALEX LOVATO, 93, a resident of Los Alamos passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 5, 2016. He was preceded in death by his wife, Abelina (Lita) Lovato; son, Alex Lovato Jr. , daughter, Roberta Lovato; brothers, Emilio, Roberto, Ray, Pat and Flavio Lovato, sisters, Rosa and Eloisa Lovato. Alejandro worked for Civilian Conservation Camp from 1940 – 1942 and Los...
Gary Talachy Sr.
Oct 5, 2016
GARY LEE TALACHY SR., 63, a resident of Espanola, a devoted Christian and lover of our Lord Jesus Christ, was called home on Wednesday, October 5, 2016. He was preceded in death by his parents, Amarante and Crucita Talachy; brothers, Roy and Joe Talache, sister, Stella Tanner; brother-in-law, Les Tanner; niece, Kim Vigil, nephews, Justin Vigil, Mark Talachy, Lenny Gutierrez;...
Ramona Romero Janecek
Oct 5, 2016
RAMONA (Geneva) ROMERO JANECEK, 83, our beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away peacefully at home after a lengthy illness, surrounded by her family in Sombrillo, NM on Wednesday, October 5, 2016. She was preceded in death by her parents, Pablo and Luz Martinez; brother, Benito Martinez, sisters, Rosario Gutierrez, and Alice Lopez. She was born August 5, 1933 to her...
Faith Dominguez
Oct 3, 2016
Faith Dominguez, 40, a resident of Taos, New Mexico went to be with our Lord on Monday, October 3, 2016 with her family at her side. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rick Dominguez; grandfather, Ernesto Sandoval and grandmother, Rosa Sandoval. Faith enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She was strong and tough, but had a kind heart. She...
Eddie Miera
Oct 3, 2016
Eddie G. Miera, 69, a resident of Lyden, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on October 3, 2016. He was preceded in death by his parents, Filadelfio and Ascension Miera; Sister, Corine Miera; and grandson, Richard Martinez. Eddie Miera is survived by his brother, Phil Miera and wife Clara, his Sister Tommie Miera, and her son Tony, and...
Lucy Hunter Thomas
Oct 3, 2016
Lucy LuElla Hunter Thomas, 91, a resident of Los Alamos, NM, went to be with her Lord on October 3, 2016. She passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family after a long struggle with cancer. Lucy was born in Tonganoxie, KS and graduated from the University of Kansas where she met the love of her life and husband of...
Eva Baldonado
Oct 3, 2016
EVA BALDONADO, 79, a resident of El Rito, took her last breath on this earth on the early morning of Monday, October 3, 2016 with her family and friends at her side. She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Horace J. Baldonado; infant son, Lemuel Baldonado; parents, Amarante and Filomena Valdez; sister, Julia Lopez, brothers, Elizardo...
John Lovato
Oct 3, 2016
Juan Jose Lovato, 73, a proud resident of Cañones, lost his battle against cancer on the afternoon of Monday, October 3, 2016, with his son at his side. He was preceded in death by his parents Medardo and Adriana Lovato. His “Hermana” Natividad Lovato. Stepmother Simodosea Lovato. Brother Levi Lovato. Nieces Barbara Herrera and Elaine Lovato. Juan, a veteran of the...
Michael Martinez
Oct 2, 2016
MICHAEL MARTINEZ, 47, a resident of Espanola, was called to his heavenly home on Sunday, October 2, 2016. Michael was preceded in death by his mother, Lita Martinez; brothers, Richard Gonzales, Joseph Martinez; grandparents, Juan and Christiana Gonzales, grandfather, Antonio Martinez and many close relatives. His passing leaves a great void in our lives. Michael was born in Denver Colorado....
Teresita Benavidez - Courtesy Announcement
Oct 2, 2016
Teresita (Terry) Benavidez 52, a resident of Albuquerque, originally of Espanola, passed away on October 2, 2016. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday October 17, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. at the San Jose Catholic Church in Hernandez. Burial will follow at the San Jose Catholic Cemetery in Hernandez.
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