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Maria Espinoza

Maria Espinoza

Aug 28, 2016

MARIA J. ESPINOZA, 91, a resident of Pojoaque, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 28, 2016. She was preceded in death by her husband, Luben Espinoza; Daughter, Margaret Sanchez; son-in-law, Anthony Sanchez; grandson, Andrew Sanchez; mother, Eva Valdez, father, Manuel Herrera; step-father, Valentine Valdez. Maria is survived by her children, Alfred Espinoza (Viola), Dorelia Lujan (Richard), Christopher Espinoza (Margie), Lonnie...

Gilberto Marquez Martinez

Gilberto Marquez Martinez

Aug 28, 2016

Gilberto Marquez Martinez, 41, a resident of Estaca, passed away on Sunday, August 28, 2016, following injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He was preceded in death by his father, Gilberto and brother, Pedro Marquez. Gilberto was known by those who knew him as a hard worker and family man who did everything for his family. He loved his family...

Charles Radosevich

Charles Radosevich

Aug 28, 2016

Charles Louis Radosevich, 84, a resident of Santo Niño, passed away on Sunday, August 28, 2016, following a brief illness. He was surrounded by his loving family at the time he went on to be with our Lord. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Theresa B. Radosevich; his parents Stanko and Antonia Radosevich; brothers Frank and J....

Andrellita Espinoza

Andrellita Espinoza

Aug 27, 2016

ANDRELLITA ESPINOZA, 86, a resident of El Llano, passed away on Saturday, August 27, 2016 following a lengthy illness. Andrellita was preceded in death by her husband, Dan J. Espinoza; parents, Magarito and Sirila War; daughter, Lupe Espinoza; brother, Alex War, Armando War, Nora and Gusman Maestas; God-son, Matthew Vigil; brothers-in-law, Mike Vigil, and Joe Baca. Andrellita enjoyed cooking for...

Charles Demarest "Big Papa"

Charles Demarest "Big Papa"

Aug 27, 2016

Charles L. Demarest “Big Papa”, born September 12, 1924 passed away on Saturday, August 27, 2016. Affectionately referred to as the “Sherriff of Laguna Acres” by his friends and neighbors, Charles Demarest passed away peacefully at his longtime home on Abiquiu Lake with his son by his side. Born to Charles Gerhart and Blanche (Lape) Demarest in Columbus, Ohio, Charles...

James Naranjo

James Naranjo

Aug 26, 2016

James A. Naranjo, 54, a resident of Santa Clara Pueblo, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, August 26, 2016. He was preceded in death by his mother, Pauline Naranjo and brother, Frank Naranjo, Jr.; his mother-in-law, Helen Gutierrez, father-in-law, Frankie V. Gutierrez and nephew, Jeremy Naranjo; brother-in-law, Frank “Chipper” Gutierrez. He was an employee of the Los Alamos National Laboratory. On...

Genevieve Suazo - Courtesy Announcement

Genevieve Suazo - Courtesy Announcement

Aug 26, 2016

GENEVIEVE T. SUAZO, 82, a resident of Santa Clara Pueblo, passed away on Friday, August 26, 2016. She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Suazo; grandson, Mario; parents, Damacio and Patricino Tafoya; in-laws, Florencio and Clara Suazo; sisters, Victoria Dasheno (Teofilo), Abelina Tafoya (Juan. P), Carolyn Tafoya, and Christine Montoya (Nestor); brothers, Dale Tafoya, Ignacio Naranjo (Margaret), and...

Faby Martinez

Faby Martinez

Aug 24, 2016

FABY MARTINEZ, 88, a resident of Chimayo and originally of El Rito passed away Wednesday, August 24, 2016, with her family by her side. She was preceded in death by her husband, Erminio Martinez; parents, Maclovio and Margarita Lopez; siblings, Ernestina Ortiz, Clorinda Gallegos, Juan Lopez and Sarah Varos; sister-in-law Georgia Martinez; and uncle Eutimio Lopez. Her interests included cooking,...

Angelina Roybal

Angelina Roybal

Aug 23, 2016

Angelina Roybal, 88, was born January 28, 1928 in Nambe, New Mexico and passed away Tuesday, August 23, 2016.  She was preceded in death by her husband Max Roybal, parents, Eva and Abel Montoya, siblings Juan Elizario and wife Isabel Montoya, Gilbert and wife Mary Montoya.  Angelina is survived by her four sons, Richard and wife Matilda Roybal of Middle San Pedro,...

Naedin Gallegos

Naedin Gallegos

Aug 22, 2016

Naedin Gallegos, 70, Our beloved mother, sister, aunt and grandmother passed away Monday, August 22, 2016 at her home in Española. She was born on July 23, 1946 in Embudo, New Mexico. Naedin was preceded in death by her parents Miguel “Mike” and Idalia Gallegos of Petaca. Naedin instilled a strong commitment to faith and a passion for caring and...

Edward Martinez

Edward Martinez

Aug 22, 2016

Edward J. Martinez, 44, a resident of Chamita passed away on Monday, August 22, 2016. He was preceded in death by his father, Edward D. Martinez; maternal grandfather, Frank Manzanares; paternal grandparents, Pete and Olivama Martinez; uncles, Leonard Floyd Manzanares, David Manzanares, Wilfred Martinez and Dr. Jerry Foropoulos; cousins, Jacob Martinez and Betty Jo Manzanares-Hart. Mr. Martinez is survived by...

Thomas Sims "TR"

Thomas Sims "TR"

Aug 22, 2016

THOMAS RAY SIMS “TR”, 35, a resident of Cañon Plaza, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, August 22, 2016. Thomas was preceded in death by his father, Ray Sims; grandparents, Tom and Agnes Trujillo. Thomas loved fish aquariums and loved his video games. Thomas is survived by his son, Devin Thomas Sims-Griego; mother, Rosemarie Sims; brother, Carey Ray Sims and aunts,...

Celestino Gonzales

Celestino Gonzales

Aug 21, 2016

Celestino Gonzales, 90, a resident of El Guache, passed away on Sunday, August 21, 2016 following a brief illness. He was preceded in death by his mother, Rosalia Trujillo and his beloved wife, Virginia Gonzales. Celestino proudly served his country in World War II. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He remained active to the end. He especially...

Higinia Rodriguez

Higinia Rodriguez

Aug 20, 2016

Higinia Q. (Jean) Rodriguez, 96, a resident of Santa Cruz, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 20, 2016 surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jose Dolores and Benita Quintana; infant daughters, Barbara Jean and Rosemary Rodriguez; husband, Joseph I. Rodriguez; brothers, Richard and Marcelino Quintana; and sister, Mela Velarde. Higinia was a kind...

Manuel Ulibarri

Manuel Ulibarri

Aug 19, 2016

MANUEL A. ULIBARRI, 70, a resident of Los Luceros, formerly of Anton Chico passed away on Friday, August 19, 2016. Manuel was preceded in death by his parents, Jose and Magdalena Ulibarri; maternal mother, Cipricia Vigil Ulibarri; brothers, Ralph, Jose and Spouse Alice Ulibarri; step-brother, Geronimo Salas; brother-in-law, Jerry DeAguero, and sister-in-law, Patricia Ulibarri. Manuel was always an entrepreneur business...

Richard Wall

Richard Wall

Aug 17, 2016

Richard Wall, 45, a resident of Rio Rancho passed away on Wednesday, August 17, 2016. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Matthew and Rita Bukovac, and paternal grandparents, Jake and Olga Czar Wall. Richard was an honorable family man whose main enjoyment was spending time with his family. He was a lifelong fan of the Dallas Cowboys...

Yvonne Smith

Yvonne Smith

Aug 16, 2016

Yvonne Elaine Smith, age 80, a resident of Los Alamos, passed away on Tuesday, August 16, 2016, after a lengthy battle with dementia. She was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond P. and Winifred A. (Curran) Toy; brother, Jack Toy; sisters Marie (Toy) Blauser and Joanne (Toy) Stevenson; son, David D. Smith and twin infant sons; daughter, Nora Ann...

Abelina Lovato

Abelina Lovato

Aug 14, 2016

ABELINA “LITA” LOVATO, 89, a resident of Los Alamos, passed away of a lengthy illness on Sunday, August 14, 2016. Abelina was preceded in death by her parents, Abelino and Rose Lucero; daughter, Betty Roberta Lovato, son, Alex Lovato Jr.; sisters, Sophie, Mary, Esther, and Simon. She is survived by her husband of 73 years, Alejandro “Alex” Lovato; children, Betty...

Maria Leyba

Maria Leyba

Aug 14, 2016

Maria Leyba, age 90, passed away on Sunday, August 14, 2016. She was preceded in death by her parents, Narciso and Antonia Tapia-Martinez; husband, Tobias Leyba; sons, Hipolito I, Hipolito II, Richard and Guadalupe Leyba; daughter, Diana Leyba; sister, Margaret Archuleta; brother Maximiliano Martinez; granddaughter, Doreen Baca, and son-in-law Lorenzo Martinez. Maria is survived by her son Andres Leyba and...

Napoleon Garcia

Napoleon Garcia

Aug 14, 2016

NAPOLEON GARCIA, passed away Sunday, August 14, 2016 in his home in Abiquiu surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leopoldo Garcia and Lucia Suazo; wife Emma; brothers, Arturo and Nelson Suazo; granddaughter, Shanice and grandson, Julian. Napoleon was born April 25, 1931 in Santa Fe. Soon after his birth his parents returned to Abiquiu....

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