Evangeline Martinez
Oct 1, 2024
Evangeline Martinez, of Santa Cruz, New Mexico, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on October 1, 2024, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, at the age of ninety-one.
Those that have preceded her in death are her parents, Jose Ignacio & Genevieve Martinez, half-siblings Jose Martinez, Celine Martinez-Melendez, Connie Martinez-Quintana, and Arturo Martinez, siblings, Martha, Horace, Gerald, and Beatrice Piñeda, her husband Cristobal...
Israel Luna
Sep 29, 2024
Israel D. Luna (Izzy) 35, a resident of Espanola, originally of Chimayo NM. Born on April 25, 1989.
Israel was preceded in death by his brother Toby Vigil; his paternal grandparents Teodora Ramirez and Eduarda Luna; his maternal grandparents Mary E Vigil and Juan D. Vigil; and his uncle David G. Vigil.
Izzy was abruptly taken away from his family on September...
Ronnie "Brogado" Griego
Sep 28, 2024
Ronnie “Brogado” Griego, Age 66, a resident of Velarde, passed peacefully at home on Saturday, September 28, 2024, surrounded by his family. Ronnie was preceded in death by his parents, Samuel and Lorraine Griego; sister Geraldine Griego.
Ronnie had a successful career as a Master Barber including owning his own Barber Shop in Santa Fe NM . Ronnie was very well...
Marlene Lucero
Sep 28, 2024
Marlene Lucero, 73, a resident of Espanola, New Mexico, passed away on Saturday, September 28, 2024, surrounded by her family.
She was preceded in death by her parents Gavino and Magdalena Chavez; maternal mother Grace Montoya; siblings Ermino Chavez, Joanne Gurule, Harold, Archie and Jackie Montoya.
She is survived by her husband Alfonso Lucero, daughter Geraldine (Geri) Lucero Torres, son Dion Lucero...
Amanda Alison Archuleta
Sep 26, 2024
We are heartbroken to share that our beloved sister, daughter, and friend, Amanda Alison Archuleta, passed away on September 26, 2024, at the age of 36.
Amanda had a deep passion for making people feel beautiful—inside and out. She pursued a degree in Cosmetology and Barbering from Northern New Mexico College and her talent and dedication to her craft were undeniable....
Liberato Fischer
Sep 26, 2024
Liberato Roberto (Bobby) Fischer, age 83, of Santa Fe, NM passed away on September 26, 2024. Bobby was born in Santa Fe, NM on August 17, 1941. He began serving with the United States Marine Corps, in 1960, as Private E-1. He fulfilled his duty to his Country in 1964 with an Honorable Discharge as PFC, assigned to the 1st...
Gloria Christine Martinez (Lucero)
Sep 26, 2024
In Loving Memory of Gloria Christine Martinez (Lucero)
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gloria Christine Martinez (Lucero), a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who departed this world on September 26, 2024, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Born in Santa Fe, NM, Gloria embraced the vibrant culture and spirit of the Southwest throughout her life. Her...
Manuela Chavez Nevarez
Sep 26, 2024
Manuela Chavez Nevarez, 72, a resident of Espanola New Mexico passed away Saturday September 14, 2024, peacefully at home surrounded by family. Manuela was born to Jesus Manuel Chavez Meraz and Gumercinda Nevarez Parra on July 27, 1952, in Colonia Alvaro Obregon and raised in Cuauhtemoc, Mexico. Manuela was the second oldest of four children, Maria Del Carmen, Francisco, And...
Luciano Roybal Jr.
Sep 24, 2024
Luciano ‘Louie’ Roybal Jr, 56 of El Rancho, passed away peacefully in his home on September 24, 2024. He was Born September 7, 1968, to Luciano Sr. and Mary Bernie Roybal.
He was Preceded in death by his daughter Alyshia Salazar, Siblings Lois Roybal, And Karl Roybal and Grandkids Luis Jr. and Angelica Roybal.
Louie did construction with his dad building homes...
Emily Michelle War
Sep 24, 2024
COURTESY ANNOUNCEMENT
Emily Michelle War, 54, formally from Espanola, NM, born December 1969, to Joe and Maria Emma War went on to be with the Lord peacefully at her daughter Adriana's home in Hartley, TX, on September 24, 2024.
Emily was preceded in death by her parents Joe War & Maria Emma Martinez-King; sister Carla Marie War; brothers Ben Sr. and Tommy...
Emmanuel Pineda Munoz
Sep 24, 2024
Emmanuel Pineda Muñoz, born on September 8, 2007, in Phoenix, Arizona, A bright light in our lives dimmed too soon on September 24, 2024. Emmanuel attended Española Valley High School, where he developed a keen interest in welding and made many lasting friendships.
Emmanuel is preceded in death by his great-grandparents, Rodolfo Muñoz, Silviano Diaz and Concepcion Garcia, Jose Pineda, Celia...
Delma Yvonne Salazar
Sep 24, 2024
DELMA YVONNE SALAZAR, 63, a resident of Española, passed away on September 24, 2024. Born on February 8, 1961, to Pacomio and Rosabel Salazar and raised in Cañones, NM.
Those that knew Delma, will always remember her for her beaming smile, contagious laughter and loving, affectionate heart. The void in our hearts is great, but we are comforted by the memories.
She...
Florencio Antonio Romero
Sep 22, 2024
Florencio Antonio Romero
June 3, 1946- September 22, 2024
Florencio Antonio Romero, 78, of Nambe, NM, passed from this life to be with our Lord on September 22, 2024. Florencio was born in Nambe, NM, on June 3, 1946.
He graduated from Pojoaque High School in 1964, and married Grace Valdez on July 15, 1968. Florencio worked as an electrician and owned Romero's...
Nicholas Isaiah Manzanares
Sep 22, 2024
Nicholas Isaiah Manzanares 18, passed away suddenly on September 22, 2024, in Algodones, NM. Born on December 25, 2005, to Pablo Manzanares and Blossom Cordova, Nicholas was a senior at Pojoaque Valley High School, where he was not only a committed student but also a passionate basketball player. His dedication on the basketball court was evident as he continuously worked...
Antonio Vidal Aragon
Sep 21, 2024
Antonio “Billy White” Aragon, age 88, of Espanola, NM, passed away on September 21, 2024, peacefully leaving behind a legacy of love, strength and unwavering faith. Antonio was born on December 8, 1935, in Angosturo, NM, in a suburb of Corral de Piedra.
Antonio was preceded in death by his parents Salomon and Anita Aragon; siblings Lucille, Helen and Lorenzo “Humphrey”...
Maria Muller
Sep 21, 2024
Maria (Sally) C. Muller of Medanales, NM, passed away on September 21, 2024. She was born in Canjilon, NM, to the late Onesimo Ortega and Maria Ines Baca.
She was preceded in death by her late husband Johnny Muller; her parents Onesimo Ortega and Maria Ines Baca; three sons, Joseph M. Gurule, Harold J. Gurule, and Norman T. Gurule; three grandsons,...
Alfredo "Freddie" Gerald Lopez
Sep 18, 2024
Alfredo “Freddie” Gerald Lopez, 78, of Espanola, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, surrounded by family and friends. Freddie was born and raised in Peñasco, New Mexico, and he was a proud New Mexican.
Freddie is preceded in death by his mother, Anastasia V. Lopez; father, Leandro Lopez Sr.; brothers, Josue (Mellie) Lopez, Louis Lopez, and Johnny...
Georgia Serrano
Sep 18, 2024
GEORGIA SERRANO, 99, a resident of Medanales, NM, passed away on the evening of Tuesday, September 17, 2024. Georgia had just celebrated her 99th birthday and celebrated with countless relatives and friends who attended from many states. She danced the night away.
Georgia was preceded in death by her parents, Eusebio & Agueda Martinez, her sibilngs, Getrudes Manzanares, Ferdinando Martinez, Epifinia...
Donald James Vigil
Sep 18, 2024
Donald Vigil Sr., member of the Nambe Pueblo passed away peacefully in his home September 18, 2024, surrounded by his beloved family and friends.
Donald Vigil served in the United States Army as a Military Police Officer. After serving in the Army Donald worked as a BIA Police Officer and Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Deputy. He then went to work for...
Hernandez Samuel Lopez
Sep 17, 2024
Hernandez “Sam” Lopez, age 90, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, September 17, 2024. Sam was born to Fidel and Escolastica (LaLa) Lopez on April 26, 1934, in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Sam was the oldest of six siblings and grew up close to his Tia’s, Tio’s and cousins who lived in Nambe.
Sam graduated from Los Alamos High School...
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