Obituary Listing

Susie - Age 74 - Truchas - Gurule

Susie - Age 74 - Truchas - Gurule

May 11, 2014

SUSIE ROMERO GURULE, 74, a lifelong resident of Truchas, was called home by our Heavenly Father on Sunday, May 11, 2014, surrounded by her loving husband and family and a close family friend. Her unwavering faith and hope of Heaven, saw her through her long struggles with vascular dementia and pancreatic cancer as she continued her journey along the path...

Waldo F. - Age 80 - El Rito Lucero

Waldo F. - Age 80 - El Rito Lucero

May 9, 2014

Waldo F. Lucero, age 80, a resident of El Rito, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Friday, May 9, 2014. Waldo was preceded in death by his parents, Doroteo and Teresita Lucero; sisters, Trinidad Lucero, Martina Trujillo, and Estephanita Maes; brothers, Fidel, Lazaro, Gilbert, Savino and Johnny Lucero; and close niece, Roberta Rivera. Mr. Lucero...

Steve - age 35 - Hernandez Garcia

Steve - age 35 - Hernandez Garcia

May 8, 2014

\r\nSteve Garcia, 35, a resident of Hernandez, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, May 8, 2014. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Jose C. and Josina Herrera; paternal grandfather, Tony Garcia; uncle, Fernando “Ferna” Garcia and cousin, Patrick Martinez Jr. Steve was a very talented guitar player. He played with several bands. He was one of the best...

Ramona V. - age 85 - Española Garcia

Ramona V. - age 85 - Española Garcia

May 8, 2014

RAMONA V. GARCIA, 85, a resident of Española, passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2014. She was preceded in death by her parents, Celestino and Esquipula Vigil; brothers, Trinidad, Antonio and Ricardo Vigil and husband, Delfin Garcia, Jr. Mrs. Garcia is survived by her daughter, Peggy G. Holliday and husband Steve of Albuquerque; grandsons, Michael and Isaac Holliday; brother, Jose...

Steven - Age 81 - Los Alamos - Torrez

Steven - Age 81 - Los Alamos - Torrez

May 7, 2014

STEVEN J. TORREZ, 81, born December 13, 1932, a lifelong resident and rancher of Chama left this earthly realm and his loving family in the early morning hours on Wednesday, May 7, 2014 at his home in Los Alamos. Mr. Torrez is survived by his daughter, Silvia Vigil and husband Larkin; grandchildren, Javier, Jayme, Jerard and Dora Luz; sons, Chris...

Dylan Joshua - Las Vegas Nevada - Courtsey... Salazar

Dylan Joshua - Las Vegas Nevada - Courtsey... Salazar

May 6, 2014

A human life is a story told by God…\r\nDylan Joshua Salazar was born to Denise Salazar-Alexander and Clay Sampson in Las Vegas, Nevada on April 19, 1991. He was raised by his mother and stepfather, Ruben Alexander Jr., who truly loved Dylan as his very own son. Dylan was a fun-loving child whose smile could light up a room. He...

Father Vidal - age 69 - Chamita Martinez

Father Vidal - age 69 - Chamita Martinez

May 6, 2014

Father Vidal Martinez, 69, a resident of Chamita, born May 27, 1944 and passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2014. He was born to Simon Jr. and Rafaelita Martinez. He was preceded in death by his father, Simon Martinez Jr.; brother, Rafael Martinez and sister, Marcella Gonzalez. Father Vidal Martinez was ordained to the priesthood on May 23, 1970 and served...

Gilbert R. - Age 81 - Nambe Ortiz

Gilbert R. - Age 81 - Nambe Ortiz

May 4, 2014

GILBERT RAYMOND ORTIZ, passed away on Sunday, May 04, 2014 surrounded by his loving family at his home in Nambe. He was born in Nambe in 1932. He was preceded in death by his wife of 48 years, Emilie Jane Barrone Ortiz; parents, Henry and Sarah Ortiz; mother-in-law, Christina Fresenius Barrone; sisters, baby Bertha Ortiz and Angie Hayes and brother-in-law,...

Paul Jr. - age 36 - Cordova Torres

Paul Jr. - age 36 - Cordova Torres

May 4, 2014

\r\nPaul Torres, Jr., 36, a resident of Cordova, passed away on Sunday, May 4, 2014. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Willie and Mary L. Sanchez, and cousin, Amanda Sanchez. Paul is survived by his parents, Dolly and Paul Torres of Cordova; son, Robert Torres of Pueblo, Colorado; brother, Jerry Torres; sister, Aqurcina Torres; uncles and aunts, Priscilla...

Miguel "Michael" - Age 51 - Ranchit Olivas

Miguel "Michael" - Age 51 - Ranchit Olivas

May 3, 2014

MIGUEL “MICHAEL” ANTONIO OLIVAS, 51, a resident of Ranchitos, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 3, 2014. Michael was born on June 12, 1961 to Frances and Sirenio “Joe” Olivas in Española. Michael was a very loving and giving man. He was preceded in death by his mother, Manuelita Frances Olivas; father, Sirenio Joe Olivas, Sr.; sisters, Frances Padilla, Mary...

Benardino "Ben" - Age 30 - Brazos - Archibeque

Benardino "Ben" - Age 30 - Brazos - Archibeque

May 3, 2014

BENARDINO “BEN” ARCHIBEQUE, 30, a resident of Brazos, passed away on Saturday, May 3, 2014 following an automobile accident. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Samantha Ann Archibeque; maternal grandmother, Teresa Baker and paternal grandfather, Robert Archibeque. Ben was a loving father, son, brother, uncle, and friend. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening. He gave his unconditional love...

Phillip - age 48 - Española Gonzales

Phillip - age 48 - Española Gonzales

May 3, 2014

Phillip Gonzales, 48, a resident of Espanola, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 3, 2014, after an illness. He was proceeded in death by his father Nelson Gonzales; grandparents Jose & Rosa Martinez and Aaron & Angelina Gonzales; Brothers, Gene Gonzales and Donald Gonzales, sisters, Betty Gonzales and Karen Martinez; nephews, Deon Gonzales and Leon Gonzales, and niece, Shaylene Romero....

Carolina - Age 88 - Los Alamos - Smith

Carolina - Age 88 - Los Alamos - Smith

May 2, 2014

CAROLINA (CORA) ROYBAL SMITH, 88, a resident of Los Alamos, went to our Lord on Friday, May 2, 2014. She was born in Jacona to Porfirio and Francisquita Roybal on October 30, 1925. She was preceded in death by her son, Robert Smith; daughter, Vera Smith; brothers, Serafin, Joe D., Vicente and Juan; sisters, Reyes, Adela, Dolores and Nestora. She...

Virginia - age 81 - Dixon Pacheco Atencio

Virginia - age 81 - Dixon Pacheco Atencio

May 1, 2014

Virginia Pacheco Atencio, 81, a resident of Dixon, passed away peacefully at home with her loving family by her side on Thursday, May 1, 2014. She was preceded in death by her husband, Pedro Atencio Sr.; infant son Earl Atencio, son Wilbert Atencio; parents, Jose Ismael and Refugio Pacheco; in-laws, Benjamin and Delmiria Atencio; brother, Henry Pacheco; infant sisters, Eliza...

Hendrina - Age 67 - Dulce - Cata

Hendrina - Age 67 - Dulce - Cata

Apr 28, 2014

HENDRINA CATA, 67, a resident of Dulce, passed away on Monday, April 28, 2014. She was preceded in death by her parents, Samuel and Rosita Koteen; daughter, Shannon Rae Cata and numerous siblings. Hendrina’s first love was devotion to the Lord Jesus Christ. She traveled as a missionary to Thailand and Panama. She participated in the 2009 and 2011 Senior...

Richard - Age 36 - Velarde Martinez-Hice

Richard - Age 36 - Velarde Martinez-Hice

Apr 27, 2014

Richard Martinez-Hice, 36, a resident of Velarde, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, April 27, 2014. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Marcelino and Marina Martinez; brothers, Timothy, Joseph, and Mark Hice. Richard is survived by his mother, Berlinda Martinez-Hice and companion Gilbert Sanchez; children, Derek and Caitlin Hice; mother of his children, Veronica Quintana; brother, Anthony Hice, sister...

Mildred Diana - age 53 - Alcalde Martinez

Mildred Diana - age 53 - Alcalde Martinez

Apr 26, 2014

\r\nMildred Diana Martinez, 53, current resident of Alcalde, went with our Lord on April 26, 2014, after a sudden illness with her family around her. She was a very loving mother and grandmother. Her granddaughter was the apple of her eye and she enjoyed her very much. She was always involved with her children whether it was sports or any...

Feliberto age 77 - El Rito Ocaña

Feliberto age 77 - El Rito Ocaña

Apr 23, 2014

Feliberto Ocaña, 77, a resident of El Rito, passed away on Wednesday, April 23, 2014 following a short illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jose and Lola Ocaña; brother, Cristobal Ocaña; nephews, Joseph and Larry Ocaña; sister-in-law, Sylvia Ocaña and niece, Joann Marie Ocaña. Feliberto is survived by his brothers, Joe E. Ocaña and wife Maria, Lizandro...

Teresa age - 85 - Coyote Barela

Teresa age - 85 - Coyote Barela

Apr 22, 2014

\r\n \r\nTeresa Barela, 85, a lifelong resident of Coyote, passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2014. She was preceded in death by her mother, Susana Garcia; aunt and uncle who raised her, Ignacita and Alejandro Herrera; brothers, Isaac, Elipio and Octaviano Herrera, sister, Ignacita Jacquez; daughter-in-law, Lee Ann Hansen, parents-in-law, Belarmino and Rosanna Serrano and Jose and Juanita Pimentel; brothers-in-law, George...

Sallie - Age 72 - Española - Slater

Sallie - Age 72 - Española - Slater

Apr 21, 2014

Sallie Slater, a resident of Española, born April 26, 1941, passed away on Monday, April 21, 2014 after a lengthy illness. She was preceded in death by her husband, R.G.; mother, Vera, father, John; brothers, Charles, John and Bill. Ms. Slater is survived by a son, Jeff Slater of Española; sister, Dina Medling of Mendanales, Lilly Hilburn of Oregon, brother,...