Mark Ian Saxe
Aug 14, 2025
Northern New Mexico’s constellation of artists has lost a bright light with the passing of sculptor and stone carver Mark Ian Saxe, who died peacefully at his home in Ojo Sarco on August 14, 2025.
Mark Saxe established Southwest Stoneworks in 1979, specializing in architectural stonework and historic stone restoration. Over the decades, he earned a lasting reputation for exceptional work...
Vanessa NIcole Trujillo
Aug 13, 2025
Vanessa Nicole Trujillo
06-22-1987 – 8-13-2025
Vanessa Nicole Trujillo, age 38, a resident of Chimayo, NM passed away unexpectedly on 8-13-2025.
Vanessa Nicole Trujillo was born on June 22, 1987, in Los Alamos, NM, to Liana Trujillo and Johnny Trujillo. Vanessa grew up in Chimayo, NM, until the age of 10, then moved to Coyote, NM, where she attended Coronado High School and...
Dan W. Barrone
Aug 13, 2025
COURTESY ANNOUNCEMENT
With heart-felt admiration, we honor the extraordinary life of, Dan W. Barrone, 95, who ascended serenely on August 13, 2025, a mere twenty-four days after the passing of his cherished wife Cecilia. Their remarkable love story, spanning over 73 years, was a testament to their unwavering devotion, commitment and companionship. Born in Terrero, NM on February 23, 1930, to...
Ercilia Maria Martinez
Aug 13, 2025
With deep sadness and broken hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Mother, Sister, loving companion, and Grandmother, Ercilia “Ercie” Maria Martinez, after several years of declining health and a brave battle with Renal Cell Carcinoma. She will be dearly missed. She was called home to our Lord on August 13, 2025, surrounded by her family.
Ercilia was preceded in...
Deborah Herrera
Aug 12, 2025
Deborah Jo Herrera, 68, of San Juan Pueblo, NM, passed away peacefully at her residence on August 12, 2025.
She was born on April 18, 1957, to Consuelo Whitehouse and the late Jose Herrera.
She was preceded in death by her father, Jose Herrera; her granddaughter, Adrianna Calvert; former significant other Aaron Michael Losey; and five late siblings.
Remaining to cherish Deborah’s memory...
Jesse Garcia
Aug 12, 2025
Jesse Garcia
August 12, 2025
It is with profound sadness that the family of Jesse Garcia, announce his unexpected passing on August 12, 2025, he was surrounded by his girls. Jesse was born in Taos, NM, on September 4, 1964, to Herbert and Fidelia Garcia. As a lifelong resident of Northern New Mexico, he was fortunate to call Canoncito and Espanola home.
Jesse...
David Maestas
Aug 11, 2025
David Maestas, 63, passed away peacefully at home on August 11, 2025, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous five-year battle with cancer.
Born on May 3, 1962, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, David was raised in Cuarteles, where his lifelong love of music first took root. As a child of six years old, he discovered his passion for music—a...
Clinton Arthur Grant
Aug 10, 2025
In Loving Memory of Clinton Arthur Grant (Clint) 1969-2025 L
It is with a deep sadness that we announce the passing of Clinton A Grant, who left us peacefully on August 10th, 2025, at the age of 56.
Clint was a devoted husband, a proud father, and a cherished grandfather. His greatest joy was his family, and he lived each day with...
Maria Guadalupe Fuentes Quintana
Aug 6, 2025
Guadalupe Fuentes Medrano, 77, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2025, surrounded by her loving children and grandchildren. Born June 6, 1948, in Temósachic, Chihuahua, México, she spent her later years in Northern New Mexico.
A devoted Christian, she was a woman of great strength, faith, and love for her family. She is survived by her four children, eleven grandchildren, and...
Soraida Herrera
Aug 6, 2025
It is with profound sadness that the family of Soraida "Sadie" Herrera, announce her passing on August 6, 2025, at the age of 90.
Sadie, a life-long resident of El Rito, NM, was born on October 27, 1934, to the late Juan and Camila Ocaña. Sadie was a devoted wife to her husband, Paul, with whom she shared 50 years of...
Connie M. Martinez
Aug 6, 2025
In Loving Memory of Connie Maria Martinez November 11, 1950 – August 6, 2025
Connie Maria Martinez (Maria Concepcion) 74, passed away peacefully at home on August 6, 2025, surrounded by her loving family after a brief illness.
Born on November 11, 1950, in Ranchitos, Española, New Mexico, Connie was the beloved daughter of Willie and Lucy Salazar. A proud graduate of...
Benicio J Gonzales
Aug 6, 2025
With sorrow we announce the passing of Benicio J. Gonzales, who was called home on August 6, 2025. He was a lifetime resident of Gallina. Benicio was born on September 5, 1940, to Porfirio and Melecia Gonzales.
In heaven awaiting him are his parents, wife Bernadette Cordova Gonzales, son Levi Gonzales, brothers Bonifacio & Herman Gonzales, sister Eulalia Martinez, and several...
Gilbert Varela
Aug 4, 2025
Gilbert “Chabet” Varela, 67, passed away suddenly on August 4, 2025, in his home in La Madera, NM. Gilbert was born on October 16, 1957, in Cañon Plaza, NM, the son of Natividad Varela and Simonita Martinez. He lived most of his life in northern New Mexico working as a logger, wildland firefighter, carpenter, mason, and retired as a custodian...
Sylvia Martinez
Aug 3, 2025
In Sylvia Martinez, 93, of Fairview, NM went to be with our Lord on Sunday, August 3, 2025. She passed peacefully surrounded by family.
Sylvia was born on November 17, 1931, in Canjilon, NM to Lauriano and Sophia Olguin. She was raised with the help of Aunt Fedelina Duran in Tierra Amarilla, NM and was a graduate of Tierra Amarilla High...
Ramon E Estrada
Aug 2, 2025
Ramon Estrada, 91, a beloved father to Kenneth and Janette, and adored husband of Edulia, made his final peaceful journey home on August 2, 2025, while surrounded by his family. He is preceded in death by his parents, Zacarias Estrada and Antonia Martinez, his sister, Fidencia Lee, and his brothers, Florencio and Johnny Estrada. He is also survived by 6...
Celina Borrego
Aug 1, 2025
Celina 92, was a strong-willed, vibrant and a very independent woman. At times she could be fiery and unforgettable and by her own admission stubborn beyond reason. She graduated from Santa Cruz High School as a proud Crusader. Celina worked for the Sombrillo Elementary school in the culinary Dept. until 1995 when she retired after 25 years. Celinas parents were Cesar...
Connie Merrill
Aug 1, 2025
Connie Leone Blair Johnson Merrill
May 2, 1961 – August 1, 2025
Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Connie Leone Blair Johnson Merrill, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2025, at the age of 64.
Connie was born May 2, 1961, in Ogden, Utah, to Dewain Medwin Blair and Leone Madsen Blair. She grew up in Clearfield, Utah, and for the...
Leroy Fresquez
Aug 1, 2025
Leroy “Juan” Fresquez
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Leroy “Juan” Fresquez on August 1, 2025.
Leroy was born and raised in Chimayo NM. He was well known for his outgoing personality, and loved by all who knew him. He will be greatly missed.
Leroy was a hardworking man, he was always willing to lend a...
Dilia Romero
Jul 31, 2025
Resident of El Guache, NM was called home by our heavenly father on Thursday July 31, 2025, surrounded by family and friends. She was born to Angelina Garcia and Felix Salazar on May 3, 1941.
Dilia was a strong, vibrant, independent women. She faced every challenge with grace, strength and an unyielding spirit. She was our role model, an inspiration to...
Manuel Vigil
Jul 29, 2025
Manuel Alfredo Vigil, 96, of Española, NM, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Manuel was born on October 5, 1928, in Española, the beloved son of Alfredo and Jacobita Vigil.
Manuel was preceded in death by Virginia Vigil (Wife), Alfredo Vigil (Father), Jacobita Vigil (Mother), Esquipula (Pula) Archuleta (Father-In-Law), Magdalena (Maggie) Archuleta (Mother-In-Law), Leo Vigil...
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