Obituaries

Local obituaries for DeVargas Funeral Home and Crematory
Robert Castillo
Feb 12, 2017
ROBERT CASTILLO, 48, a resident of La Mesilla, passed away on Sunday, February 12, 2017. He was preceded in death by his mother, Inez Vigil; sister, Carla Ortiz Dean, Roxanne Archuleta; and brother, Andrew Vigil. Robert is survived by his brothers, Donnie Ortiz (Brenda) of Arroyo Seco, Timmy Ortiz of La Villita, sister, Patricia Archuleta (Tom Romero) of Chimayo; nieces,...
Aldo Palacios
Feb 12, 2017
ALDO MARQUEZ PALACIOS, 50, a resident of Española, was called to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 12, 2017. He was preceded in death by his parents, Carlos and Julia Marquez and niece, Brenda Quezada. Aldo was loved by all his family he had such a big heart, and loved everyone and was always so happy. He enjoyed cruising...
Clara Ortega
Feb 11, 2017
CLARA M. ORTEGA, 80, a resident of Chimayo, passed away on Saturday, February 11, 2017 surrounded by her loving family. Clara was preceded in death by her son, Michael J. Ortega; granddaughter, Sarah Faith Sandoval; parents, Jose Ramon and Sarita C. Medina; brother, Richard Medina, sister, Susana Duran; parents-in-law, Anastacio and Gabrielita Ortega; brother-in-law, Roger Ortega. Clara was a loving...
Eliseo Martinez
Feb 11, 2017
ELISEO J. MARTINEZ, 78, a resident of Española, formerly of Chimayo, passed away on Saturday, February 11, 2017. He was preceded in death by his parents, Valentin and Evarda Martinez; brother, Belarmino Martinez; uncle, Jose Vigil; sons-in-law, Larry Romero Sr. and Delfin Martinez, sister-in-law, Eppie Martinez and Carmen Martinez; mother-in-law, Sorida Trujillo. Eliseo worked for the Española Public Schools and...
Virginia Romero
Feb 11, 2017
VIRGINIA L. ROMERO, a lifelong resident of Nambe, was born January 1, 1926 and went to be with our Lord on Saturday, February 11, 2017. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jose C. Romero; parents, Gregorio and Beroniz Lopez and Julian and Rose Trujillo; in-laws, Atanacio and Petra Romero; son, Horacio Romero, grandsons, Steven Martinez and Gregory Romero;...
Raymond Pacheco - Courtesy Announcement
Feb 10, 2017
Raymond David Pacheco, age 49, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Friday, February 10, 2017. Raymond - born in Los Alamos on July 20, 1967, is the son of Ida Serna Pacheco and the late Epimenio Anthonio Pacheco. Ray is survived by his loving mother and his wife Mary. He also leaves behind his siblings; Manuel of Los...
Theodore Lovato
Feb 10, 2017
THEODORE “NATHAN” LOVATO, 54, a resident of Chimayo, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 10, 2017. He was preceded in death by his mother, Nettie Lovato; sister, Delilah Padilla; brother-in-law, Louie Ulibarri. He loved fishing, hunting, camping and just being outdoors. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Theodore is survived by his companion, Stephanie...
Leroy Martinez
Feb 9, 2017
Leroy A. Martinez, a resident of Las Nutrias New Mexico, passed away on Thursday, February 9, 2017. He was preceded in death by his parents Manuel A. Martinez and Avenicia Martinez; brother, Gilbert O. Martinez; son, Anthony Paul Martinez and daughter Amanda A. Martinez. Leroy was a lifelong rancher/cattle producer, and served the New Mexico Livestock Board as a cattle inspector for...
Ronnie Martinez - Courtesy Announcement
Feb 8, 2017
Ronnie "Moosie" Hector Martinez 59 died February 8, 2017 of natural causes in Reno, Nevada. Ronnie was born June 11,1957 in Butte Montana to Hector J Martinez and Dolores T Quintero Martinez. Ronnie spent his grammar years in Montana and then the family moved to his dad's hometown of Chimayo, New Mexico. After reaching adulthood Ronnie left Chimayo to go live closer...
Johnnie Martinez
Feb 8, 2017
JOHNNIE S. MARTINEZ, 87, a resident of Velarde, passed away on Wednesday, February 8, 2017. He was preceded in death by his beloved daughter, Bonnie, who passed away on the very same date in 2015; his parents, Rudolfo and Maria Martinez; his granddaughter, Tonya; and several brothers and sisters. Mr. Martinez is survived by his wife, Ella, with whom he shared...
Elfedo Sandoval
Feb 8, 2017
Elfedo Sandoval, 42, a resident of Medanales passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 8, 2017. He was preceded in death by his father, Fredrick Sandoval; and infant son Angelito Sandoval; grandfather, Ygnacio Coronado; maternal great-grandparents, Eusebio and Agueda Martinez; paternal grandmother, Ida Sandoval; uncle, Leonard Maestas. Elfedo worked for Coronado Construction for many years as a floor finisher. He loved wood...
Nathaniel Montoya
Feb 8, 2017
NATHANIEL A. MONTOYA, 26, a resident of Truchas, passed away on Wednesday, February 8, 2017. He was preceded in death by his infant uncle, Adam Montoya; great-grandparents, Desiderio and Elena Romero, Nabor and Delmiria Montoya, grandparents, Donald and Hope Lopez. Nathaniel enjoyed the mountains, he loved riding his dirt bikes and ATVS. He loved the smell of wood, Nathaniel was...
Destiny Valdez
Feb 7, 2017
DESTINY M. VALDEZ, 23, a resident of Peñasco, was called to be with our Lord and Savior on Tuesday, February 7, 2017. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Frank Rodarte Sr., great grandfather, Amarante Romero, great grandmother, Anita Romero, her paternal grandmother, Elvia Valdez; uncles, Edwin and Darwin Valdez and her sweet cousin Ciara Barela. Beautiful Destiny...
Velma Jordan
Feb 7, 2017
Velma Jordan, 83, born November 19, 1933, a resident of Española passed away on Tuesday, February 7, 2017. She was preceded in death by her parents; 16 siblings, and daughters, Edna Chelf, Beverly and Brenda Carter. The youngest of 17, born to parents Alex and Mattie Jordan in Mississippi. Velma leaves behind, Doloris Jackson and husband Eddie of Española, Mary Thomas and...
Edna Sutton
Feb 7, 2017
Edna Marie Sutton passed away on February 7, 2017 of an unexpected illness. Marie was a loving and devoted Military wife to her surviving husband Terry Dean Sutton of 56 years. Her two daughters are Lisa Scott and Sherri Knapp. Marie also leaves behind her four loving grandchildren, Jay Scott, Kristina Little, Sara Scott and Sabrina Little. Marie was the...
Rosina (Rose) Gray
Feb 6, 2017
ROSINA (ROSE) VIOLA GRAY, 79, a resident of Santa Cruz, passed away on Monday, February 6, 2017 following a short illness. She was preceded in death by her mother, Zenaida Griego in 1981; brother, Juan Santiago Griego in 1991; father, Juan Andres Griego in 1996. Rose was born in Los Ancones, NM on October 16, 1937 to Juan Andres and...
Mercedes Jaramillo
Feb 3, 2017
Mercedes Jaramillo, 64, a resident of Española was called to be with our Lord on Friday, February 3, 2017. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving husband and family. Mercedes was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt. She was devoted to her faith and to her family. She was also a member of the Holy Cross Society...
Cornelio Trujillo
Feb 2, 2017
Cornelio Trujillo, age 91, a resident of Chimayo, passed away on Thursday, February 2, 2017. He was preceded in death by his parents, Miguel and Eloisa Trujillo; infant daughter Priscilla; brother, Juan Trujillo and Corina Trujillo; daughter in law, Rachel Trujillo. Cornelio was a strong, hardworking man that never stopped. As a young man, he left school to support his mother...
Alfred Sena
Jan 30, 2017
ALFRED SENA, 77, a resident of Española, passed away on Monday, January 30, 2017. He was preceded in death by his parents, Manuel and Sylviana Sena. Alfred was a loving and caring father who cared for his family deeply. He had a great personality and was easy to get along with. He was also a hardworking man who took pride...
Tina Garcia
Jan 29, 2017
Tina Marie Garcia, 44, a resident of Nambe, passed away on Sunday, January 29, 2017 following a health complication. She is preceded in death by the father of her son, Vincente Herrera; grandmother, Inez Garcia; grandfather, Mariaño Garcia; cousins, Willie Joe Garcia, Vidal Romero and Manuel Montoya; sister-in-law, Elvie Enriquez; friend, April Maestas. Tina worked for childcare services for the...
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