Amadeo Ernesto Galvez
Feb 2, 2015
Amadeo Ernesto Galvez, 76, died suddenly yet peacefully at home in Ojo Caliente, on Monday, February 2, 2015. He was born to Maria and Francisco Galvez on April 4, 1938. Amadeo was preceded in death by his parents, Maria and Francisco Galvez; grandsons, Jonathan Galvez and Christopher Marquez; brother, Donald Galvez; brothers-in-law, Phil Campos, Leroy Campos, Fernando Campos, Joe Martinez,...
Eloy Leyba
Feb 2, 2015
ELOY A. LEYBA, 57, a resident of Canjilon passed away on Monday, February 2, 2015. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jose Nonato and Inez Leyba; brother, Clorence S. Leyba and niece, Ignacita (Cita) Leyba. Mr. Leyba is survived by his daughters, Shayna and Eloysa Leyba; grandchildren, Gavin, Alyssa and Anabelle; brothers and sisters: Richard G. Leyba Sr....
Adam Paul Ortiz - Courtesy
Feb 1, 2015
Our beloved son, brother and father, Adam Paul Ortiz, recently passed away surrounded by friends and family. A resident of Albuquerque. He was born Nov. 26, 1978 and passed away on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015. He is survived by his daughter Jamison, the love and light of his life; parents Tony and Guadalupita Ortiz; his brother John and wife Kirsten...
Ismael Duran
Feb 1, 2015
Ismael Duran, 36, a resident of Española, passed away on Sunday, February 1, 2015. Ismael was a roofer, he loved all kinds of animals, especially his dogs. He was an avid sports fan of the L.A. Lakers and the “49”ers. He was a member of the Catholic Faith, and he loved to joke around. His son, Mario was his best...
Eufemia S. Maestas
Jan 31, 2015
EUFEMIA S. MAESTAS, 86, a resident of Chili, passed away on Saturday, January 31, 2015. Born August 18, 1928 in Medanales she was the daughter of Gregorio and Josephita Salazar who preceded her in death as well as her special beloved grandfather, Pedro “Papa Pete” Salazar; sister, Prescillana Garcia; brother, Gregorio Salazar; sister-in-law, Onfre Salazar; daughter-in-law, Linda Joe Gonzales Maestas...
Sandy Fariley
Jan 31, 2015
Sandy Fariley, 58, a resident of El Rancho, passed of a lengthy illness on Saturday, January 31, 2015. She was preceded in death by her companion, Benito Roybal. She enjoyed doing arts and crafts, and would also like to make homemade biscuits and tortillas. She loved all her friends, especially Paula, she was like a daughter to her. Sandy is...
Felix Martinez
Jan 31, 2015
FELIX MARTINEZ, 88, a resident of El Guache, died on Saturday, January 31, 2015 at his home. He was preceded in death by his brothers and sisters; Ross Martinez, Odelia Ross, Bentura Martinez, Eloy Martinez, Ninfa Smith and Edna Edmonds. He was born October 4, 1926 to Felix and Ramoncita Martinez. He married Eliza Martinez in September of 1955. They...
Peter Aguino
Jan 31, 2015
PETER M. AGUINO, 54, a lifelong and well known resident of Ohkay Owingeh, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, January 31, 2015. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Reyecita Aguino and brothers, Christopher and Paul Aguino. Peter worked as a security guard at the Ohkay Owingeh Casino for 20 years. He loved to draw, joke around, baseball,...
Ruby P. Maley
Jan 30, 2015
RUBY P. MALEY, 90, died Friday, January 30, 2015 in the Española Nursing Home after a brief illness.\r\nShe was born September 21, 1924 to Peter and Hansine (Fulmersen) Palmlund at their home in rural Manchester, South Dakota. Her folks immigrated to the United States from Denmark through Ellis Island. She was raised on the family farm with her siblings Levi,...
Mabel Young
Jan 29, 2015
MABEL CLARA NELSON YOUNG, born January 29, 1916 in Lander, Wyoming and passed away at home in La Madera, NM on her 99th birthday, January 29, 2015, surrounded by her family. Mabel spent most of her childhood in the Bay Area of California. She started playing piano with a dance band in high school, and continued to make a living...
Alejandro Dwight (Ale) Lopez
Jan 28, 2015
Alejandro Dwight Lopez (Ale), 21, a resident of Vallecitos, and most recently of Hernandez, died on Wednesday, January 28, 2015 as a result of injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. He was born on March 25, 1993, the son of Denise Lopez and Joseph Henry Lopez. Ale was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Antonio M. Jaramillo of Vallecitos;...
Estella Vigil
Jan 28, 2015
ESTELLA VIGIL, 84, a resident of Alcalde, was born July 6, 1930 in Rio Lucio, passed away on Wednesday, January 28, 2015. Estella always put her children first and worked tirelessly to provide and give them a good home. She worked hard as a young adult helping her father build houses. In her later years, Estella looked after some of...
Rebecca Elizabeth Richerson-Farris
Jan 26, 2015
\r\n Rebecca Elizabeth Richerson - Farris, 50, a resident of Los Alamos, passed away on Monday, January 26, 2015. She was preceded in death by brother, Jeffery, whom she adored. Rebecca was born on March 25, 1964 to Howard and Carmen Richerson, she is the youngest of four children. She devoted her life to rescuing wolves and owned several throughout the...
Jeanette Edeskuty
Jan 26, 2015
Jeanette Edeskuty, 89, a resident of Los Alamos since 1950, passed away on Monday, January 26, 2015. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred Edeskuty Sr.; parents, Alfred and Adelia Bergren; and brother, Donald Bergren. Jeanette loved to travel and went all over the world with her beloved husband, Fred. She was a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother....
Mary Edwina Salazar
Jan 26, 2015
Mary Edwina Salazar, 77, a resident of Española, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, January 26, 2015. She was preceded in death by her parents, Pablo and Carlota Martinez; husbands, Arsenio Salazar and Gilbert Herrera; brothers, Gavino Martinez, Vidal and Rose Martinez; son-in-law, Richard Garcia. Mary loved going to bingo, she retired from Española Public Schools and continued working part time...
Alfredo (Freddie) DeVargas
Jan 25, 2015
Alfredo (Freddie) R. DeVargas, 66, a lifelong resident of Española, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Sunday, January 25, 2015 following an extended illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, Antonio “Tony” and Louise DeVargas; brother, Luis Vargas and nephew, Antonio F. DeVargas. Alfredo “Freddie” was second to the eldest of 11 children, born and raised...
Remigio Martinez
Jan 24, 2015
Remigio Martinez, 77, a resident of La Puebla, passed away on Saturday, January 24, 2015. Remigio was preceded in death by his son, Randy Martinez, daughter, Diana Martinez; granddaughter, Miranda Martinez; mother, Josephina Maestas, father, Manuel Martinez; step-father, Eduardo Maestas; In-laws, Dolores and Luis Montoya; sister, Estefanita Maestas, brother, Cicilio Martinez. He is survived by his wife of 59 years,...
Judith Vejvoda
Jan 24, 2015
Judith Vejvoda Dec. 13, 1952 – January 24, 2015 Judith passed away surrounded by friends on Saturday, January 24, 2015, in her home in Dixon, after a lengthy illness. She was daughter of the late Winnie and Jim Vejvoda, and a native Bostonian. Judith attended and received her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Massachusetts, Boston. Judith contributed a...
Elena Cintora de Carmona
Jan 24, 2015
ELENA CINTORA De CARMONA, also known as Ma Nena, 74, a resident of Chamita passed away on Saturday, January 24, 2015. She was preceded in death by her parents, Eluterio Cintora Calderon and Maria Soledad Cintora; daughter-in-law, Martina Carmona and son, Reginaldo Carmona. She was born in Yurirria Guanaguato, and moved to New Mexico where she was a residence for...
Epimenia Montoya
Jan 24, 2015
Epimenia Montoya, 84, a resident of La Madera, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, January 24, 2015. She is preceded in death by her parents, Juan Manuel Bautista and Emiliana Martinez, both of Canon de Vallecitos; two brothers, Rudy and David Martinez, Raquel Martinez, whom Epimenia took care of since the age 13, a grand-daughter, Teresita Archuleta; a...
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