Obituaries

Local obituaries for DeVargas Funeral Home and Crematory
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
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
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
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...
Max Trujillo
Jun 16, 2017
MAX A TRUJILLO, 55, a resident of La Madera, passed away on Friday, June 16, 2017. Max was preceded in death by his loving wife, Brenda Gallegos; son, Brendon Herrera; best friend, Gil Lucero. Max was a great father, a comedian and a good all-around man. He loved doing whatever it was with his wife as long as she was...
Darla Serrano
Jun 16, 2017
DARLA SERRANO, 30, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, June 16, 2017. Darla was preceded in death by her parents, Marty and Darlene Guillen; paternal grandfather, Martin Guillen, and maternal grandfather, Bernardo Valdez. For those who crossed Darla’s path it is without a doubt she left an impression in your life and love...
Brenda Gallegos
Jun 16, 2017
BRENDA GALLEGOS, 49, a resident of La Madera, passed away on Friday, June 16, 2017. Brenda was preceded in death by her loving husband, Max A. Trujillo; son, Brendon Herrera; parents, Juan and Perfilia Gallegos. Brenda loved being a grandma and being with her grandkids and her family. She enjoyed being outdoors, loved picking pinion, and enjoyed camping, fishing, and...
Brendon Herrera
Jun 16, 2017
BRENDON HERRERA, 20, a resident of La Madera, passed away on Friday, June 16, 2017. Brendon was preceded in death by both his loving parents, Brenda Gallegos and Max A. Trujillo; grandparents, Juan and Perfilia Gallegos and his best friend, Miquela Martinez. Brendon was full of life, he was generous and loved everyone and had the best integrity to anyone....
Matilda Gurule
Jun 15, 2017
MATILDA GURULE, 93, a lifelong resident of Espanola, passed away on Thursday, June 15, 2017. She was preceded in death by her parents, Cleotilde and Fernandez Trujillo; her beloved husband, Florentino Gurule; her daughter, Margaret Gurule; sisters, Ida Abeyta, Lydia La Rouge, Bernie Lovato, Mary T. Vigil, Manuelita Arellanes, brothers, Richard and Arthur Trujillo; three dear nieces, Susan Rodriguez, Theresa Salazar...
Manuel Serrano
Jun 15, 2017
Manuel J. Serrano, 59, a resident of Youngsville, went to be with our Lord’s loving embrace on Thursday, June 15, 2017. Manuel was born on December 15, 1957 to Jose and Anna Maria Serrano, the youngest of 7 children. Manuel married his high school sweetheart and loving wife of 38 years, Cathy on September 2, 1978. They welcomed their first daughter...
Clorinda Salazar
Jun 14, 2017
Clorinda M. Salazar, 78, a resident of Hernandez went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, June 14, 2017 following a lengthy illness. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Daniel Salazar; parents, Macedonio and Soledad Velasquez; sisters, Estafanita Gonzales, Sofia Martinez, brothers, Max Velasquez, Gomesindo Velasquez and Natividad Velasquez. Clorinda was a devoted wife, mother...
Ronald Perraglio
Jun 10, 2017
Ronald G. Perraglio Sr., 76, a resident of La Mesilla, passed away on Saturday, June 10, 2017 following a lengthy illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, Matilda and Phillip Perraglio Sr.; brother, Phillip Perraglio Jr.; sisters, Viola Williams and Betty Polan; aunts, Jenny Santistevan and Josie Gallegos; daughter, Davina Perraglio; sister-in-law, Pat Perraglio; uncle, John Cruz and...
Robert Sandoval
Jun 8, 2017
Robert D. Sandoval, 60, a resident of Ranchitos passed away on Thursday, June 8, 2017. He was preceded in death by his parents, Damian and Frances Sandoval; parents in-law, Ernesto and Virginia Jaramillo; grandparents, Israel and Cordilia Sandoval, and Magdalena Dominguez; uncles, Onivas and Ruben Sandoval, Paul and Roy Dominguez; brother-in-law, Clifford Jaramillo; nephews, Alfred and James Jaramillo and niece,...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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