Obituary Listing

Bobby DeVargas

Bobby DeVargas

Jan 5, 2016

BOBBY DEVARGAS, 66, a resident of Espanola, passed away on Tuesday, January 5, 2016. Bobby was preceded in death by his parents, Tito and Amalia DeVargas; sister, Anita Bustos. Bobby is survived by his children, Lisa Raminez and husband Juan of Delta, CO, Carlos DeVargas of Denver, CO, Christopher DeVargas and wife Ceria of Denver, CO; 10 grandchildren and 4...

Juan Griego

Juan Griego

Jan 4, 2016

JUAN DE JESUS GRIEGO, 74, a resident of Embudo, passed away on Monday, January 4, 2016. He was preceded in death by his parents, Demostenes and Porfiria Griego; brother-in-law, Albert Jaramillo.  He is survived by his companion, Sandra Borunda; daughters, Juanita Martinez and husband Abraham Martinez, Dilia and Margarita, son, Daniel; grandkids, Abraham, Isaiah, and Abrianna Martinez, Jacob Montoya all of...

Antonia Gutierrez

Antonia Gutierrez

Jan 4, 2016

ANTONIA MARIA GUTIERREZ, 93, a resident of Chama, passed away on Monday, January 4, 2016. She was preceded in death by her husband of 76 years, Jose D. Gutierrez; son, Horacio Gutierrez; granddaughters, Rhonda Gutierrez and Vickie Valdez; grandson, Michael Smith, Jr. and 2 sisters. Antonia was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She loved playing bingo and cards and...

Eulalia Newton

Eulalia Newton

Jan 3, 2016

Eulalia Q. Newton age 92, passed away peacefully wrapped in the prayers of her  loving family on Sunday, January 3, 2016 after a long, joyous and blessed life.  Eulalia Elisia Quintana was born December 10, 1923 to Amarante and Ramoncita Quintana.  Eulalia was the second of three daughters. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Ernest “Rocky” Newton, parents Amarante and...

Mary Scarborough

Mary Scarborough

Jan 2, 2016

MARY SCARBOROUGH, 76, a resident of Santa Clara Pueblo, passed away on Saturday, January 2, 2016. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jose and Barbarita Naranjo. Mary was a very sweet lady who touched many lives and had many friends. She will be missed by all. The family would like to thank friends and loved ones for their...

Michelle Aguino

Michelle Aguino

Dec 29, 2015

MICHELLE ROSALIE AGUINO, 40, a resident of Ohkay Owingeh, passed away on Tuesday, December 29, 2015. Michelle was currently employed with the Espanola Valley High School and formerly with Los Alamos National Laboratory. Michelle is survived by her daughter, Martina Aguino; grandson, Jerome Valdez; ex-husband, Patrick Aguino; mother, Bernadette Yazzie; sisters, Patricia Yazzie, Beverly Yazzie and Jean Aguino, brother-in-law, Chris...

Elizabeth Montoya

Elizabeth Montoya

Dec 27, 2015

Elizabeth M. Montoya, 87, of Ojo Caliente, NM passed away on Wednesday, December 27, 2015 at her Granddaughters home surrounded by family in Broomfield, CO under the care of Halcyon Hospice and Palliative Care. Elizabeth was preceded in death by her parents Evaristo and Albiania Jaramillo; brother Evaristo Jr. Jaramillo; sister Sophia French; her loving husband of 62 years John...

Tamsye O'Dell

Tamsye O'Dell

Dec 27, 2015

TAMSYE M. O’DELL, 78, a resident of Nambe Pueblo, passed away peacefully following a short battle with cancer on Sunday, December 27, 2015. She was preceded in death by her sister, Ruth Cantrell; grandson, Roland Kaskalla. Tamsye is survived by her children, Lela Kaskalla and husband Roderick, Mary “Roni” Romero, Diana Martinez and husband Andrew, Eddie “Edo” Romero, Steven Romero...

Vivian Vigil

Vivian Vigil

Dec 24, 2015

VIVIAN M. VIGIL, 96, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Thursday, December 24, 2015. Vivian was preceded in death by her son, Leo Vigil, daughter, Sheila Hernandez; parents, Nicholas and Ruth Montano. Vivian was born in Conejos, Colorado. She was a 1942 graduate of Loretto Academy in Santa Fe. She managed a Day-Care Center for 25 years. She enjoyed...

William George

William George

Dec 23, 2015

WILLIAM GEORGE, 56, a resident of Española, was called home by the Lord on Wednesday, December 23, 2015.  He is survived by his loving wife Louise; daughters, Joann (Daniel), Laura (Stephen), son, Joey (Brenda); grandchildren, Josette, Tyler, Summer, Kiara, Nicolette, Stephen, and Sophia; his in-laws, Anita and Silas and  many brothers and sisters both by blood and in Christ, as well as...

Joe Roybal

Joe Roybal

Dec 22, 2015

JOE R. ROYBAL, 78, a resident of Peñasco, passed away on Tuesday, December 22, 2015. He was preceded in death by his parents, Andronico and Leonarda Roybal; in-laws, Willie and Eufelia Rodriguez; sisters, Eileen Esquibel and Rose Medina; brother, Albert Roybal; brother-in-law, Willie Rodriguez; niece, Andronica Gonzales and nephew, Rick Dominguez. Joe is survived by his wife, Lydia Roybal; daughter...

Jose Vigil

Jose Vigil

Dec 21, 2015

Jose Guadalupe “Lupe” Vigil 70, a lifelong resident of Española, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on December 21, 2015.  He was preceded in death by his parents Augustin and Bernadita Vigil, infant daughter Rosanne Vigil, son Brian Vigil, infant granddaughter Alyssia Martinez,  brothers Eddie, Willie and Alex Vigil and sister Elvira Karcher.  Lupe is survived by his wife of 50 years...

Joseph Lopez

Joseph Lopez

Dec 19, 2015

Joseph Lopez, age 43, a resident of Cordova, passed away on Saturday, December 19, 2015. He was preceded in death by his mother, Flora Lopez; great grandparents, Rosarito and Vidal Trujillo; cousins, Donny and Amanda Romero. Joseph loved his children, being a father gave him the most joy. He loved watching football, and his team the Dallas Cowboys. Joseph will...

Patrocinio Ortiz

Patrocinio Ortiz

Dec 19, 2015

Patrocinio “Pat” Ortiz, age 86 a lifelong resident of Cuyamungue, NM., was born on February 26, 1929 and passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, December 19, 2015. Pat was preceded in death by his parents Tiofilo and Cleotilde Ortiz, his brothers, Antonio Jesus Ortiz, Joe Ortiz, Eddie Ortiz, Elias Ortiz, Robert Ortiz, Antonio “Tony” Ortiz, Richard “Dickie” Ortiz, and...

Thomas Maestas

Thomas Maestas

Dec 18, 2015

Thomas Orlando Maestas, age 53, a resident of Espanola, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, December 18, 2015. He was preceded in death by his father, Orlando V. Maestas; son, Nicolas Maestas; mother of his son, Karen K. Chavez; beloved nephew, Kevin D. Martinez; paternal grandparents, Vianes and Olivama Maestas; maternal grandparents, Concepcion and Esther Martinez; as well as many uncles...

Michael Lucero

Michael Lucero

Dec 17, 2015

MICHAEL RAMON LUCERO, 56, a resident of Ojo Caliente, passed away on Thursday, December 17, 2015. He was preceded in death by his father, Eduardo Elemin Lucero, mother, Adelina Romero Lucero; brothers, Alex Lucero, Eduardo Lucero, Leonard Lucero and two twin sisters. Michael worked for the J&H supply, CO.  Michael is survived by his sons, Michael Archuleta, David Lucero both of...

Harold Romero

Harold Romero

Dec 16, 2015

HAROLD J. ROMERO, 62, a resident of Chimayo, passed away peacefully at home on December 16, 2015. He was born July 30, 1953 in Española to Augustina and Candelario Romero. He was preceded in death by his father, Candelario Romero. Harold worked hard all his life and was proud of his drywall work and texturing. He always helped family and...

Raymond Sandoval

Raymond Sandoval

Dec 16, 2015

Raymond V. Sandoval, 70, a resident of Santa Fe, passed away on December 16, 2015. He was preceded in death by his father, Vidal Sandoval; mother, Margarita Thomas Regalado; adoptive parents, Margarito Sandoval (Pablita).  Raymond is survived by his daughters, RaeLynn Martinez (Salvador), Valerie Wiseman (Rick), and Sonya Valdez (Anthony); step-daughter, Michelle Martinez; sisters, Lucy Herrera, Estefanita Stacey (Howard), and Linda...

Epimenio Rendon

Epimenio Rendon

Dec 15, 2015

EPIMENIO PEDRO RENDON, 83, a resident of Dixon, passed away on Tuesday, December 15, 2015. Epimenio was preceded in death by his parents, Francisco and Sofia Rendon; brother, Eugene Rendon, sisters, Anita, Melba and Frances; and grandson, Matthew Rendon. Epimenio was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He lived and raised his family in Leadville CO. After retirement he went...

Aurelia Johnson

Aurelia Johnson

Dec 14, 2015

AURELIA IDA JOHNSON, 89, a resident of Chimayo, passed away following a short illness on Monday, December 14, 2015. Aurelia was preceded in death by her parents, Enemecio and Celsa Martinez; brothers, Benjamin Martinez, sister, Maria Johnson, Andrea Martinez; son, Brian Johnson, and daughter, Deborah Johnson. Aurelia loved gardening, bowling, going to the casino and crocheting. She was a member...