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Henry - age 90 - Cuyamungue Montoya

Henry - age 90 - Cuyamungue Montoya

Dec 29, 2014

Henry Montoya, 90, a resident of Cuyamungue, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, December 29, 2014 after a lengthy illness. Henry was born August 11, 1924 in Cuyamungue. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ramon Montoya and Catalina Montoya; brother, Esquipula, and sister, Veva. During WWII, Henry worked at the CC Camps in Oakland, California. He moved...

Tony - age 63 - EspaƱola Trujillo

Tony - age 63 - EspaƱola Trujillo

Dec 29, 2014

Tony Trujillo, 63, a resident of Espanola, passed away of a lengthy illness on Monday December 29, 2014. Tony was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Deolinda Trujillo; his companion Irene Duran; daughter, Alycia Trujillo; brothers, Johnny and Joseph (Jojo) Trujillo; grandparents, (Pat) Premetivo and Lita Trujillo (Mat) Fermin and Adelida Vigil. He liked going for rides to...

Mario -age 63 - Chimayo Villa

Mario -age 63 - Chimayo Villa

Dec 28, 2014

Mario Villa, 63, a resident of Chimayo, passed away on Sunday, December 28, 2014. Mario was preceded in death by his parents, George and Tila Villa; uncle, Nick Trujillo. Mario had an awesome sense of humor. He was very sociable and friendly. He met many people in his line of work as a weaver. Mario had some college education and...

Robert - Age 64 - EspaƱola - Dixon

Robert - Age 64 - EspaƱola - Dixon

Dec 28, 2014

ROBERT J. DIXON, 64, known to many as Bob, a resident of Española and originally of Colorado, passed away on Sunday, December 28, 2014. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jack Dixon and Margaret Meyers; brothers, Jack and John Dixon and grandparents, Paul and Carrie Murray. Robert was a Vietnam Veteran. Mr. Dixon is survived by his lifelong...

Moises - age 70 - California Lujan

Moises - age 70 - California Lujan

Dec 25, 2014

MOISES LUJAN, 70, a resident of Gardena, California and formerly of Santo Niño, went to be with our Lord on Thursday, December 25, 2014 surrounded by his family following a lengthy illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, Moises and Magdalena Lujan; father and mother-in-law, Jose Elias and Maria Vasquez; brother-in-law, Freddie Maestas; sister-in-law, Lourdes Garcia; nieces, Eloise...

Martin - Age 24 - Santa Fe - Rodriguez, Jr.

Martin - Age 24 - Santa Fe - Rodriguez, Jr.

Dec 25, 2014

MARTIN RODRIGUEZ, JR., 24, a resident of Santa Fe, passed away on unexpectedly on Thursday, December 25, 2014. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Carrie Drysdale and Eloy Martinez. He graduated from Santa Fe High School. He loved to be outside playing, walking, playing basketball and playing with his stuffed animals. You will always be in our hearts...

Elizaido Lee - Age 83 - El Llano Espinoza

Elizaido Lee - Age 83 - El Llano Espinoza

Dec 24, 2014

ELIZAIDO DESIDERIO ESPINOZA, 83, better known to his family and friends as “Lee”, a resident of El Llano, passed away on Wednesday, December 24, 2014. He was born on September 17, 1931, to Desiderio and Maria Pacheco de Espinoza. He was preceded in death by his parents, as well as a sister, Ida; brother, Jose Isa; grandson, Daniel Lee Gonzales...

Aileen - Age 61 - San Pedro - Gallegos-Barela

Aileen - Age 61 - San Pedro - Gallegos-Barela

Dec 24, 2014

AILEEN E. GALLEGOS-BARELA, 61, a resident of San Pedro, went to be with our Lord on Wednesday, December 24, 2014 following a lengthy illness surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Eliseo and Amelia Gallegos; infant brothers, Joseph and Freddy Gallegos; paternal grandparents, Lionides and Benigna Gallegos; maternal grandparents, Federico and Carlota Mascareñas; step-grandmother, Viviana...

Sofronia - Age 96 - Chamita - Martinez

Sofronia - Age 96 - Chamita - Martinez

Dec 23, 2014

SOFRONIA JACQUEZ MARTINEZ, 96, a resident of Chamita was called to be with her Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, December 23, 2014. She was born on May 20, 1918 in Gallina. On March 22, 1935 she was united in marriage to Epimenio Martinez, a school teacher and resident of Truchas. For many years while living in Truchas they were active...

Luisa - Age 94 - San Pedro Martinez

Luisa - Age 94 - San Pedro Martinez

Dec 21, 2014

Luisa Martinez, 94, a resident of San Pedro, passed away on Sunday, December 21, 2014. She was preceded in death by her husband Antonio Martinez, children, Tony “Reyes” Martinez, Orlinda Lopez, George Martinez, Great Grandchild Silas Joe Hernandez; parents, Donicio and Elena Montoya; brothers and sisters, Donicio, Reyes, Filipe, Rudolpho, Eddie, Abrahn Montoya. Luisa is survived by her children, Gaby...

Esequiel "Dan"- Age 81 - EspaƱola Pacheco

Esequiel "Dan"- Age 81 - EspaƱola Pacheco

Dec 20, 2014

Dan Esequiel Pacheco, age 81, a resident of Espanola, passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2014 with his loving family by his side. Dan was born August 14, 1933 in Roy, New Mexico to Fredrico and Pauline Pacheco. He was preceded in death by his parents Fredrico and Pauline Pacheco; brothers, Frank, Manuel, and Freddie; sister, Delores and granddaughter, Crystalann...

Roman - Age 76 - Pojoaque - Valdez

Roman - Age 76 - Pojoaque - Valdez

Dec 20, 2014

\r\nRomán Rony Valdez, 76, a lifelong resident of Pojoaque, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Saturday, December 20, 2014. He was preceded in death by his parents, Candido and Teresa Valdez. Román was a retired Real Estate Appraiser in Santa Fe and Northern New Mexico. He grew up with his family in the Pojoaque Canteen, which...

Roberta - Age 64 - Los Alamos - MacInnes

Roberta - Age 64 - Los Alamos - MacInnes

Dec 20, 2014

Roberta Delores MacInnes, age 64, a resident of Los Alamos since 1997, passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2014 at the St. Vincent’s Regional Medical Center from a brief illness. She was surrounded in death by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Geneva Hinkson; her brother, Robert Hinkson, Jr. and her sister, Bobbie...

Sandra P. - age 45 EspaƱola Gonzales

Sandra P. - age 45 EspaƱola Gonzales

Dec 18, 2014

SANDRA P. GONZALES, 45, a resident of Española, passed away on Thursday, December 18, 2014. She was preceded in death by her father, Amarante Gonzales and sister, Laurie Sanchez. Ms. Gonzales is survived by her son, Kenneth Vigil of Española; father of her son, Kenneth Vigil, Sr. of Española; mother, Lina Sanchez of Rio Rancho; Simmie Gonzales who raised her...

Pablita - age 95 - El Guique Borrego

Pablita - age 95 - El Guique Borrego

Dec 18, 2014

Pablita Borrego, 95, a resident of El Guique, passed away on Thursday, December 18, 2014. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas L. Borrego; children, Andres, Eugene, Emilio Borrego, Bernardo Baroz Jr., Grandchildren, Danny Atencio, and Gilbert Maestas; parents, Emilio and Delfinia Gonzales; mother that raised her, Adela Gonzales; brothers and sisters, Luis Gonzales, Samuel Gonzales, Manuel Gonzales,...

Ernest - Age 74 - Velarde - Gutierrez

Ernest - Age 74 - Velarde - Gutierrez

Dec 18, 2014

ERNEST GUTIERREZ, age 74, a resident of Velarde, passed away on Thursday, December 18, 2014 following a lengthy illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernesto and Margaret Gutierrez and sister, Lourdes Gutierrez. Ernest was a retired Math and Science teacher who taught at various schools throughout his career. As a young man he was considered an exceptional...

Octaviano - age 96 - Youngsville Madrid

Octaviano - age 96 - Youngsville Madrid

Dec 18, 2014

Octaviano Madrid, 96, a resident of Youngsville, passed away of natural causes on Thursday, December 18, 2014. He was preceded in death by his wife, Eduvigen Madrid; sons, Porfidio, Armando, Ubaldo, and Jake Madrid; daughters, Monica Madrid, and Paula Garcia; parents, Leondro and Matilde Madrid; mother and father-in-law, Placido and Porfidia Valdez; grandsons, Brian Garcia and Glen Madrid; brothers, Federico,...

Donelia - age 80 - Chili Roybal

Donelia - age 80 - Chili Roybal

Dec 15, 2014

\r\nRoybal, Donelia, Age 80, a resident of Chili, ended her journey in this world on December 15, 2014 of a sudden stroke. She passed away peacefully with her beloved children by her side. Born in El Rancho NM, Donelia was a hard working woman with strong self-determination and filled with compassion to help others, often sacrificing her own needs. She...

Michael - Courtesy Announcement Trujillo

Michael - Courtesy Announcement Trujillo

Dec 13, 2014

Michael D. Trujillo, age 41, passed away on Saturday, December 13, 2014. Michael is survived by his companion, Marlene; mother, JoAnn Trujillo; son, Michael; daughters, Dominique and Gabriella; grandchildren, Orion James and Delilah; brother, Joseph; sisters, Melanie and Lori; mother of his children, Daisy and numerous beloved uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mass will be celebrated Friday, December...

Lorenza (Laura) - Age 85 - Santo NiƱo - Baros Quintana

Lorenza (Laura) - Age 85 - Santo NiƱo - Baros Quintana

Dec 10, 2014

LORENZA BAROS (LAURA QUINTANA), 85, a resident of Santo Niño, passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2014 following a brief illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Matias and Josepha Sanchez; sister, Cristina Duran; brother, Blas Sanchez; husband, Armando Baros; grandson, Jose Sanchez; great-granddaughter, Marissa De La Torre; great-great-granddaughter, Joy Padilla. She worked and lived in Las Vegas,...

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