Gene Collatz
May 25, 2015
Gene Paul Collatz - R.I.P May 4, 1932 - May 24, 2015 After 27 years of knowing Gene Paul Collatz, we say goodbye. When Dan and I met Gene he was in a deplorable condition, living like a hermit. He would say he didn't exist. After spending some time with Gene I was able to understand what he meant. For...
Maria Cordova
May 24, 2015
MARIA SYLVIANITA CORDOVA, 95, a resident of La Jara, went home to be with her Lord on Sunday, May 24, 2015 surrounded by her family. Reflecting on her long and fruitful life, her family shared laughter and tears. Sylvianita was born on November 29, 1919 to Jose Merced and Ramoncita Gutierrez in La Jara where she would remain a lifelong...
Adela Romero
May 19, 2015
Adela Romero, 96, A lifelong resident of Fairview, passed away Tuesday May 19, 2015. She was preceded in death by her parents, Salustiano and Cleofas Maestas; husband Placido Jose Romero; children, Jose Placido Jr., Roberta Lillian, Cleo Mary; grandchildren Sandra Salazar, John Salazar and son-in-law Johnny Salazar. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, aunt and friend. She was an inspiration to...
Howard Fahrion
May 19, 2015
Howard Franklin Fahrion, a long-time resident of Chama, NM passed away on May 19, 2015. He was born in Bayfield, CO on April 9, 1931 the son of Clifford and Georgia Fahrion whose families were pioneers in the ranching communities of southwestern Colorado. His fraternal grandfather came to Colorado as a young boy on a cattle drive and later became the Silverton...
Harold Romero III
May 19, 2015
HAROLD I. ROMERO III, 27, a resident of Velarde, departed to be with our Heavenly Father on Tuesday, May 19, 2015. He was preceded in death by his mother, Betty L. Gonzales; grandfather, Harold I. Romero, Sr.; grandmother, Eudelia “Lala” Gonzales; great-grandparents, Joe F. and Magdalena Montoya and Filadelfio and Filomena Romero; aunts and uncles, Karen, Lillian, Phillip, Gene, Donald...
A. Gilbert Catanach
May 18, 2015
A. GILBERT CATANACH, 82, a lifelong resident of Santa Fe, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Monday, May 18, 2015. He was preceded in death by his son: Walter Scott Catanach; parents: Frank and Angelita Catanach; baby sister: Priscilla Catanach; brother: Frank B. Catanach; sister: Charlotte Cunningham; brother-in-law: Ted Legits and in-laws: Max and Georgia...
James Smith
May 18, 2015
James “JW” Smith, 88, a resident of White Rock, left this world to soar with the angels on Monday, May 18th, 2015. As he states himself, "I knew when my youth was spent when my get-up-and-go has got up and went." He maintained a happy point of view however with "in spite of it all, I am able to grin...
Joe Maestas
May 17, 2015
Joe E. (Harpy) Maestas, 89, a resident of Santa Fe and formerly of Española, passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2015. Joe (Harpy) was preceded in death by his parents, Tomas and Teresita Maestas; sisters, Ernestine Martinez and Rose Sandoval; ex-daughter-in-law, Pamela Maestas. Joe (Harpy) Maestas grew up in Española and was a Post Office employee for 30 years and...
Carol Blea
May 17, 2015
CAROL GUILLERMA BLEA, a resident of Española, born on November 24, 1949 went to be with our Lord Jesus Christ on Sunday, May 17, 2015. Carol passed away peacefully at home after a courageous battle with cancer. She was a loving wife and mother. Carol was preceded in death by her father, Maguin Romero, Sr., mothers-in-law, Virginia Blea and Sarah...
Ruben Manzanares
May 16, 2015
Ruben Manzanares, 66, a resident of El Llano, passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2015. Ruben was preceded in death by his parents, Jose Enos and Maria Manzanares; brother, Pete Manzanares. He was an Army Veteran of the Vietnam War. He retired from the Los Alamos National Laboratory as a Machinist with 32 years of service. His pride and joy were...
Johnny Maestas
May 14, 2015
Johnny R. Maestas, 81, a resident of Albuquerque and formerly of Chamita, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, May 14, 2015. Johnny is preceded in death by his wife, Mercedes Maestas; parents, Felipe and Julianita Maestas, granddaughter, Angela Konitzer; brothers and sisters, Benito Maestas, Henry Maestas, Charlotte Velasquez, and Santiago Maestas. Johnny loved and lived his Catholic...
Earl Maze
May 11, 2015
EARL MAZE, 95, a resident of Los Alamos, passed away on Monday, May 11, 2015. He was preceded in death by his wife, Bettye Maze. Mr. Maze is survived by his children, Jay Maze and wife Sally and Cindy Maze all of White Rock; grandsons, Stephen Maze and wife Julie of White Rock and Kevin Maze of Albuquerque and other...
Mariano Garcia
May 10, 2015
MARIANO JOSE GARCIA, 82, a resident of Nambe, passed away on Sunday, May 10, 2015 at his home surrounded by his loved ones. Mariano was born into this world on December 10, 1932. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Inez Garcia; parents, Fermin and Margarita Garcia; brother, Jose Concepcion Garcia; sister, Emily G. Martinez and grandsons, Vidal...
Sandra Babbs
May 8, 2015
Sandra Kaye Wood Babbs, 64, a resident of White Rock, N.M., formerly of Union City, IN, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, May 8, 2015. She was preceded in death by her son, William Hebenthal and mother, Maxine Wood. Mrs. Babbs is survived by her husband, Roger Babbs; father, Harry Wood and wife Pat; daughter, Mandy Minton and husband...
Eufelia Sisneros
May 7, 2015
Eufelia Sisneros, 70, a resident of Santa Cruz, passed away at home with her loving family by her side on Thursday, May 7, 2015. Eufelia was preceded in death by her son, Matthew Sisneros Sr.; grandson, Matthew Sisneros Jr.; parents, Antonio and Mary Medina; brothers, Abedon, Gilbert and Guillermo Medina. She is survived by her husband, Anastacio Sisneros Jr.; children,...
Adelina Martinez
May 7, 2015
ADELINA “MAMICITA” MARTINEZ, 86, a lifelong resident of Hernandez, passed away at home on Thursday, May 7, 2015 surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Tito Martinez; brother, Willie Martinez; parents, Luis and Veronica Martinez. Mrs. Martinez is survived by her children, Bernice Soto, Karen Gee, Raymond, Tim and Ralph Martinez; grandsons she raised...
Crusita Martinez
May 7, 2015
Crusita Martinez, 81, a resident of Española, born on February 24, 1934, passed away to be with our Lord on Thursday, May 7, 2015. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ruben Martinez; parents, Jesus Maria and Matilda Valdez; in-laws, Lucas and Marqarita Martinez; brothers, Fred, Joe and Ted Valdez, sisters, Belen Lucero, Ascension Herrera, and Antonia Jaramillo. Mrs....
Tony L. "T. R". Rael
May 6, 2015
Tony L. Rael, 55, also known as “T.R.”, a resident of Rio Chiquito/Cordova, passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2015 from a sudden illness. T. R. was preceded in death by his father, Porfirio Rael; grandparents, Antonio and Margarita DeAguero Perfecto and Vasilla Rael, Godfather and uncle, Jerry DeAguero; uncles, Herminio, Cristoval and Jose Blas DeAguerro and Lavriano Rael. T.R....
Jose Rufino Martinez
May 5, 2015
Jose Rufino. Martinez, 87, a lifetime resident of Truchas passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2015. He was born on November 18, 1927. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gelasia and Vicente Martinez; sons, Marvin, Manuel, Gerald, and Frankie Martinez, daughter, Annette Martinez; brothers, Amarante, Miguel, Benino Martinez and Ovaldo Martinez, sisters, Teresita and Olivama Martinez. Jose is...
Clotario Archuleta
May 5, 2015
CLOTARIO ARCHULETA, 84, born Feb 28, 1931 passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2015. The two families and many friends who loved Clotario Archuleta are today grieving his passing. Clotario, better known as “Archie” to his loved ones, his U.S. Army and New Mexico National Guard “battle buddies”, and his many friends and acquaintances, will be greatly missed. He...
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