James Garcia
Sep 16, 2015
JAMES REYNAL GARCIA, 38, a resident of El Guache, passed away of a lengthy illness on Wednesday, September 16, 2015. He was preceded in death by his father, Anthony Garcia; brother, Ivan Garcia; paternal grandparents, Felix and Erminia Garcia; uncle, Gilbert Garcia; cousin, Denette Gallegos. James was the greatest chef and loved the outdoors, he loved hunting and was an...
Kevin Chavez
Sep 15, 2015
KEVIN STEVEN DONAVAN CHAVEZ, 27, a resident of El Rancho, passed away on Tuesday, September 15, 2015 after a long and courageous fight after a car accident in April 2012 that left him a quadriplegic and changed his life forever. Kevin rehabbed intensely at Craig Hospital in Englewood, Colorado for four months. Kevin had many bumps along the road, but...
Aurelio Maestas
Sep 15, 2015
Aurelio “Lito” Maestas, 75, of Cuyamungue passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on September 15, 2015. Lito was born on February 8, 1940 in La Madera, New Mexico to Joe I. Maestas and Veronice Pena Maestas. He was preceded in death by his parents, his older brother, Jeffery Walter Maestas, and brother-in-law, Ben Ortiz. Lito is survived by his...
Manuel Martinez Jr.
Sep 13, 2015
Manuel “Mannie” Martinez, Jr. of Espanola, NM passed away unexpectedly in Santa Fe, NM on September 13th, 2015 at the age of 75. Manuel is survived by his daughter Liz Martinez of Espanola, NM; granddaughter Kyanna Martinez of Espanola, NM; grandson Travis Martinez and his wife Britney Martinez of Espanola, NM; & close family friend Linda Collier of Los Alamos,...
Ernie Herrera
Sep 12, 2015
ERNIE HERRERA, 58, a resident of Santa Cruz, passed away on Saturday, September 12, 2015 following a lengthy illness. He was preceded in death by his father, Willie Herrera; grandparents, Seferino and Veneranda Herrera and beloved cousin, Roy Martinez. Ernie was a lifetime mechanic and a talented musician. Mr. Herrera is survived by his life partner, Cleo Jimenez; mother, Jane...
Pamela Mackey
Sep 10, 2015
PAMELA J. MACKEY, for all who knew Pam, her sparkling blue eyes and soft voice assured sincerity, honesty and authenticity. These qualities helped her to help others. She knew love; therefore she gave love. The relationship she had with her husband Jerome, whom she called the eternal love of her life, was well known. Their goodbye’s after every phone conversation...
DeVonna Sena
Sep 10, 2015
DEVONNA LYN SENA, 42, a resident of Española, passed away on Thursday, September 10, 2015. She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Doris Mae Ford; and husband, Benjie Sena. Ms. Sena is survived by her daughter, Angelic Sena of Española; granddaughter, Kylie Trujillo of Española; father, Edward Herrera of Texas; mother, Lana Merrifield; siblings, Billy Merrifield of Española, Nada...
Jamie Martinez
Sep 9, 2015
JAMIE MONIQUE MARTINEZ, 23, a resident of Hernandez, passed away on Wednesday, September 9, 2015. She was preceded in death by her great-grandfather, Patricio Martinez, great-grandmothers, Fedelina Atencio, and Mary Sandoval; great-uncles, Albert Atencio, Bonafacio Atencio and Gasper Tafoya. Jamie loved to sing, dance and give hugs to everyone she met. She loved her family very much, and was anxiously...
Leroy Lujan
Sep 8, 2015
LEROY R. LUJAN, 65, born October 5, 1949 to Rafael and Elena Lujan. He was preceded in death by his parents, Rafael and Elena Lujan; brothers and sisters, Gorgonio Lujan, Jerry Lujan and Belma Sandoval. Leroy was a very special son, brother and uncle. He cared for all his family and was always there when you needed him anytime day...
Cathy Overby
Sep 7, 2015
CATHY OVERBY, 64, a resident of Questa, passed away on Monday, September 7, 2015 surrounded by her loved ones. She was preceded in death by her father, Norbert Garcia; brother, Joe “Sonny” Garcia. She is survived by her husband, Tom; children, Damian and wife Victoria, Manuel and wife Joslyn; grandchildren, Mark, Clarissa and husband Ferris and Deanna, Great-grandchildren, Hayden, Kaylee,...
Fred Sanchez
Sep 7, 2015
FRED F. “KEKO” SANCHEZ, 68, was born on February 6, 1947 to (and preceded in death by) Federico Sanchez and Josephine Salazar. Keko went to be with our Lord and Savior after a lengthy illness. He was born in Monte Vista, Colorado but called Chama, New Mexico his home for the past 35 years. He was also preceded by a son,...
Socorro Martinez
Sep 7, 2015
Socorro Martinez, born April 13, 1942, a lifelong resident of Ensenada, NM went to be with the Lord on Monday, September 7, 2015 joining her beloved husband of 52 years, Oso Martinez. Socorro was preceded in death by her daughter, Georgia Pritz; parents, Ubaldo and Asencion Martinez; and several brothers and sisters. Many people say there is nothing like a...
Ellen Atencio
Sep 7, 2015
Ellen “Ellie” Atencio was welcomed home by our Lord and Savior on Monday, September 7, 2015. Ellie was a loving, caring, spiritual woman who was loved by all. She was preceded in death by her parents, Neil and Jean Shay, two brothers, Brenden and Kevin Shay, three stepsons, Valdy, Wilfred and Patrick Atencio, and her beloved husband, Margarito Atencio. Ellie...
Jay Juan Martinez
Sep 6, 2015
Jay Juan A. Martinez, 76, a resident of La Villita, passed away on Sunday, September 6, 2015. He was preceded in death by his parents, Adolfo and Tonita Martinez; brother, Deloy, Aniver and Eliu P Martinez, sister, Lucy Manzanares; Jay is survived by his brothers, Eliu Martinez of La Villita, Margarito Martinez and wife Loretta of Espanola, Frank Martinez and wife Barbro...
Jerry Martinez Jr.
Sep 6, 2015
Jerry L. Martinez Jr., 48, a resident of Española passed away on Sunday, September 6, 2015 due to an unexpected illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jerry and Rosemary Martinez. Jerry is survived by his daughter, Adriana Martinez; siblings, Eileen Martinez and companion Joseph Springfield, Mark Martinez, John Martinez and companion Roberta; nieces and nephews, Jeralee Gorden...
Timothy Lehman
Sep 6, 2015
TIMOTHY (TIM) WAYNE LEHMAN, 52, born January 4, 1963 passed away September 6, 2015 after a long struggle with illness. He was preceded in death by his father Nathan Lehman. Tim was a skilled craftsman, artistic builder, handyman, and an avid outdoorsman. Tim is survived by his mother, Eufemia Lehman (Sisneros); his children, Francesca Appleton and Teofilo Lehman; grandchildren, Jhonathan,...
Elsie Miranda
Sep 5, 2015
Elsie Ortega Miranda, age 94, died peacefully at her home in Fairview, New Mexico on September 5, 2015. She was born June 12, 1921 in Chimayo to Apolonia Martinez and Juan Melquiades Ortega. Elsie was preceded in death by her parents and by sisters Adonaisa, Benigna (Nina), Esther, Eustolia (Eustie), Lourdes, and Lucille (infant), and by brothers Ambrosio (died at age...
Adonaiso Martinez Jr.
Sep 4, 2015
Adonaiso Martinez Jr. “Juni”, 56, a resident of Cordova, went home to rest on Friday, September 4, 2015. Juni was preceded in death by his father Adonaiso Martinez Sr., mother, Clorinda Martinez; brothers, Lito, Lenny, Roy and Andrew; brother-in-law, Filiberto Dominguez. Juni was an easy going guy who always had a smile and could make you laugh no matter the...
Calvin Tafoya
Sep 4, 2015
Calvin D. Tafoya 67, a resident of Santa Clara Pueblo, passed away on Friday Sept. 4, 2015 of a short illness. He was preceded in death by his mother; Victoria Dasheno, Father; Teofilo Dasheno, grandfather; Domacio Tafoya and grandmother; Patricia Tafoya. Mr. Tafoya was a veteran of the United States Army. He graduated from the school of banking at the...
Annabell Gonzales
Sep 3, 2015
Annabell F. Gonzales, 56, a resident of Chimayo, passed away on Thursday, September 3, 2015 from a lengthy illness. She was preceded in death by her mother, Adelia Trujillo; son, Leon Gonzales; brothers, Michael Trujillo and Gaylord Trujillo; nephews, Michael Trujillo Jr. and Kenny Martinez; ex-mother-in-law who was like a 2nd mom to her, Eudalia “Lala” Gonzales. Annabell “Bell” Gonzales was...
