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Karen Young

Karen Young

Mar 11, 2016

Karen Ann Young Funeral services for Karen Ann Young, 46, who died in the crash of a single engine aircraft she was flying, will be Friday, March 18, at 10 a.m. at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Los Alamos. Burial will be in Gauje Pines Cemetery followed by a reception at the church’s Karen McLaughlin Parish Hall....

Genoveva Ulibarri

Genoveva Ulibarri

Mar 9, 2016

GENOVEVA ULIBARRI, 86, a resident of Tierra Amarilla, passed away on Wednesday, March 9, 2016. She was preceded in death by her parents, Adeliado Samora and Onofre Aguilar; brothers, Ernesto, Marcelino, Gabriel Raynel, sisters, Isabel and Angelina; son, Adam, Husband Juan Ulibarri; brother and sisters-in-law. Genoveva Ulibarri is survived by her brother, Adeliado Samora Jr.; niece who was her caretaker,...

Robert Lopez

Robert Lopez

Mar 8, 2016

ROBERT LOPEZ, 81, a resident of Pojoaque, passed away on Tuesday, March 8, 2016. It is such a gift to leave this earth and know that your life had true meaning of love and purpose; impacting not only your loved ones but all others that crossed your path. It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Robert Lopez,...

Pablo Griego

Pablo Griego

Mar 7, 2016

PABLO GRIEGO, 75, a resident of Santa Fe, passed away on Monday, March 7, 2016 of Congestive Heart failure. Pablo was preceded in death by his wife, Miriam Griego; parents, Carmen Felix and Demetrio Griego. He loved walking his dog. Mr. Big. Pablo was a wonderful father and grandfather. He is survived by his children, Adam Griego and companion Shannon,...

Tito Garcia

Tito Garcia

Mar 6, 2016

TITO A. GARCIA, 81, a lifelong resident of Tierra Amarilla, passed away on Sunday, March 6, 2016 surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Anita Garcia; brothers, Orlando and Isaac. Mr. Garcia was born and raised in Tierra Amarilla and was a Veteran of the US Army Reserves. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree...

Agnes Maga

Agnes Maga

Mar 6, 2016

AGNES (PAVLICH) MAGA, 93, died peacefully at her home on Sunday, March 6, 2016. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Joe in 1976 by parents Matilda and Charles Pavlich, sister Betty Jo Pavlich, brothers Joe Pavlich and David Pavlich.  Agnes was born on August 22, 1922 in Brilliant, NM where she was raised until moving to Raton, NM....

Donald Marquez

Donald Marquez

Mar 6, 2016

DONALD MARQUEZ, 53, a resident of Ranchitos, passed away on Sunday, March 6, 2016. He was preceded in death by his father, Jose Ernesto Marquez Sr., mother-in-law, Epifana Martinez; sister-in-law, Dolores Martinez, brother-in-law, David Martinez. Donald is survived by his wife, Sharon Marquez; son, Estevan Marquez (John); mother, Bernie Marquez; sisters, Connie Marquez, Rose Manning, Christina Trujillo, and Norma Marquez;...

Luis Sanchez

Luis Sanchez

Mar 6, 2016

LUIS G. SANCHEZ, 98, a resident of Los Alamos, passed away on Sunday, March 6, 2016 following a lengthy illness surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by his sons, Leroy Sanchez and Luis H. Sanchez; parents, Abel and Francesquita Sanchez; sister, Orlecia Archuleta and Filomena Rivera; brother, Delfino Sanchez and grandson, Daniel Sanchez. Luis grew up...

Cheryle Cata-Maestas

Cheryle Cata-Maestas

Mar 5, 2016

Cheryle Lynn Cata-Maestas 34, a resident of Ohkay Owingeh departed from this life on Saturday March 5, 2016. She was proceeded in death by her grandparents Albert and Bettie Cata; Samuel and Rosita Koteen; her dearest mother Hendrina Cata; her beloved sister, Shannon Cata; her cousin Joseph Marvin Tenorio. Cheryle was a very beautiful and outgoing person filled will laughter...

Gerard Kendall

Gerard Kendall

Mar 5, 2016

GERARD DUDLEY KENDALL, 66, passed away on Saturday, March 5, 2016, in Los Alamos, New Mexico.  He was born on November 9, 1949, in Houston, Texas, the son of William T. Kendall and Loretta M. DuBois.  He is survived by his wife, two sons and daughter-in-law, a daughter and son-in-law, seven grandchildren, and four siblings.  Services will be held in Los Alamos, New...

Ray Pacheco

Ray Pacheco

Mar 5, 2016

RAY H. PACHECO (POOCH), 41, a resident of Las Trampas, passed away on Saturday, March 5, 2016. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jose and Fannie Gonzales; grandmother, Isabel Pacheco and cousin, Greg Pacheco. Ray loved fishing and being outdoors including sawing lumber and doing wood work. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends and he loved...

Roberto Villareal

Roberto Villareal

Mar 4, 2016

ROBERTO VILLAREAL “BIA/BOBE”, 72, a resident of San Juan, passed away on Friday, March 4, 2016. He was preceded in death by his mother, Eutilla Villareal; brothers-in-law, Martin Martinez and Bobby R. Vigil; nephews, Mike Martinez and Pete Chavez. Roberto was known in his community as being a wonderful farmer and Gardner, he enjoyed very much working with animals especially...

Jimmy Gallegos

Jimmy Gallegos

Mar 3, 2016

Jimmy L. Gallegos, 82, a resident of Questa, went to be with the Lord after battling a short illness on Thursday, March 3, 2016.  He was a dedicated family man who loved, served and helped his family, friends and strangers.  He will be remembered for his jokes, sense of humor, his stories and his adventures.  He was always quick to invite everyone for...

Sarah Gallegos

Sarah Gallegos

Mar 2, 2016

SARAH MARIA GALLEGOS, passed away on March 2, 2016 at the age of 93, surrounded by her loving family.  She was born on October 29, 1922 to Macedonio and Maria Nicolacita Tafoya in Talpa, NM and raised in Taos, NM and Antonito, CO.  She married Hipolito Orlando Gallegos in 1941.  They lived and worked for a few years on family ranch property in...

Susan Graves

Susan Graves

Mar 2, 2016

Susan Finkbine Graves of Los Alamos passed away peacefully at her home Wednesday March 2,  2016 at the age of 92. She died gracefully and quietly in the company of her husband and sons. Known as Sue to her family and friends, she led a long and full life. Born in Storm Lake, Iowa, in 1923, Sue was the eldest daughter...

Wanda Lopez-Martinez

Wanda Lopez-Martinez

Mar 2, 2016

WANDA LOPEZ-MARTINEZ, 53, a resident of Velarde, passed away on Wednesday, March 2, 2016 following a lengthy illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Manuel and Emma Lopez; daughter, Nadine Lopez; grandparents, Silviano and Eloisa Romero and aunt, Priscilla Diaz. Wanda was a very loving and caring person who loved cooking with a passion, gardening, canning, knitting. She...

Elefio Montoya

Elefio Montoya

Mar 1, 2016

ELEFIO MONTOYA, 94, born in Truchas on November 24, 1921, passed away in Fairview on Tuesday, March 1, 2016. He was born to Esquipula and Dionicia (Pacheco) Montoya who precede him in death. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Juanita (Tafoya); sons, Eric and Orlando; brothers, Rosendo, Pablin, Atanacio, Elizardo and Evaristo; sisters, Cleotilde and Florinda. Mr....

Jimmie Gallegos

Jimmie Gallegos

Mar 1, 2016

JIMMIE F. GALLEGOS, 83, a resident of Española, passed away on Tuesday, March 1, 2016 following a battle with Alzheimer’s. He was preceded in death by his parents, Santiago and Benigna Gallegos; son, Lawrence (Larry) Gallegos and 6 siblings. Jimmie was in the Navy and later married Dolores in 1956. He retired from NNMCC in El Rito as an Auto...

Marianna Barnes

Marianna Barnes

Mar 1, 2016

MARIANNA J. BARNES, 32, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Tuesday, March 1, 2016. Marianna is survived by her parents, John and Jane Barnes; Tracey Gerber of Ohio; children, Alejandro, Steven, Santiago, Jonathan, Sarah, Emmanuel, and Christian; sister, Mallory Thompson of Ohio, brother, Zach Binckley of Ohio, and many other relatives and friends. Public visitation will begin on Tuesday,...

Alex Salazar Jr.

Alex Salazar Jr.

Mar 1, 2016

ALEX SALAZAR, JR., 94, a resident of Guachupangue, passed away on Tuesday, March 1, 2016. He was preceded in death by his sons, Gilbert J. Salazar and Paul Richard Salazar; grandsons, Miguel and Kenny Salazar; daughters-in-law, Barbara and Rita Salazar; son-in-law, Richard Jamieson; parents, Alejandrino and Rosita Salazar; brothers, John D. and Sixto Salazar; sisters, Rosita Gallegos, Clara Graber and...

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