Obituary Listing

Epifania - age 97 - Vadito Medina

Epifania - age 97 - Vadito Medina

Nov 14, 2013

Epifania Medina, 97, a resident of Vadito, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, November 14, 2013. Epifania was preceded in death by her parents, Julio and Nieves Gonzales; her husband Alfredo Medina; children, George Medina, Aurelio Medina; grandson, Steven Abeyta, great-great granddaughter; Erica Lee Andrews; brothers Rubel, Enrique, Cecilio, and Ramon Gonzales, sisters, Isabel Lujan, Gripiana...

Michael - Age 54 - El Rito - Alire

Michael - Age 54 - El Rito - Alire

Nov 14, 2013

MICHAEL ALIRE, 54, a resident of El Rito, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 14, 2013. He was preceded in death by his loving parents, Aniceto and Juanita Alire; grandparents, Narciso and Margarita Alire and Tomas and Teodosia Marquez; brother Larry and nephew-God-son, Joseph Ocaña. Michael cherished his family and was a very generous and kind person with everyone he...

Ida - age 82 - Ranchos de Taos Romero

Ida - age 82 - Ranchos de Taos Romero

Nov 14, 2013

Ida Romero, 82, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away on Thursday, November 14, 2013. All services are pending at this time please contact DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory for more information. The family of Ida Romero has entrusted their loved one to the DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory of the Española Valley.

Donny J - age 63 - Lower San Pedro Rodriguez

Donny J - age 63 - Lower San Pedro Rodriguez

Nov 12, 2013

Donny J. Rodriguez, age 63, a resident of Lower San Pedro, passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2013. Donny was preceded in death by his son, Guy Joseph Rodriguez. Donny is survived by his loving wife, Florence Rodriguez; children, Isaiah Rodriguez, Yvette and Marina Hetzer; and great-granddaughter, Ariel Romero. Private services are being held. The family of Donny J. Rodriguez...

Brian L. - age 41 - Española Vigil

Brian L. - age 41 - Española Vigil

Nov 11, 2013

Brian L. Vigil, 41, a resident of Española, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 11, 2013. Brian was preceded in death by his sister, Roseann Vigil; Goddaughter/niece, Alyssia Martinez; paternal grandparents, Augustine and Bernardita Vigil and maternal grandparents, Philimon and Annie Arellano. Brian was a loving father, son, brother, and friend. He was very fond of his remote controlled Helicopter...

Fernando Gabriel - age 58 - Chimayo Bimonte

Fernando Gabriel - age 58 - Chimayo Bimonte

Nov 10, 2013

Fernando Bimonte, 58, a resident of Chimayo, artist, brother, mentor, friend, was called home to our Lord and Savior on Sunday, November 10, 2013 on his final journey to where his artist’s eye and color palate has never seen such beauty. He traveled the world from Uruguay to Italy, Spain, New York, and finally to the valley of Chimayo, where...

Merced Manuel - Age 84 - Los Alamos/Española Lopez

Merced Manuel - Age 84 - Los Alamos/Española Lopez

Nov 8, 2013

MERCED MANUEL LOPEZ, SR., 84, a resident of Los Alamos and Española, passed away on Friday, November 8, 2013. The family, friends and loved ones of Merced Manuel Lopez, Sr. celebrate his life. Born on January 31, 1929, in Cuarteles, to the late Fidelia and Noberto Lopez. Merced was the proud head of family to 11 children, 19 grandchildren and...

Jennifer - Santa Fe - Neuman-Roper -

Jennifer - Santa Fe - Neuman-Roper -

Nov 8, 2013

JENNIFER MARTIN NEUMAN-ROPER, 44, went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 8, 2013. She was preceded in death by her father, Pete Roper; paternal grandparents, Ada Roper, Ellis Roper and Juanita Roper, and maternal grandparents, Grace McLaughlin and Berlin McLaughlin. She is survived in life by her beloved wife, Angelique Neuman-Roper; beloved sons, Jayms, David, and Damion; mother,...

Frances Eloise - age 83 - La Mesilla Velarde

Frances Eloise - age 83 - La Mesilla Velarde

Nov 7, 2013

Eloise Velarde, age 83, a resident of La Mesilla passed away on Thursday, November 7, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wilbur Velarde; parents, Ruth and Gil Tims; brother, Floyd Tims, sister, Betty Dickerson. Eloise was a very loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She loved to camp in Santa Clara Canyon with her family, travel to...

Jeanette "Jen" Lisa - Age 39 - Sant Anaya

Jeanette "Jen" Lisa - Age 39 - Sant Anaya

Nov 7, 2013

Jeanette “Jen” Lisa Anaya, born July 14, 1974 went home to be with the Angels on Thursday, November 7, 2013. Jeanette was a lifelong resident of Santa Fe. She attended Santa Fe High School and worked for local restaurant and optical industries. Jeanette was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt and friend, who was a free spirit with a heart of...

Sharon "Lokita" - age 24 - El Rito Ortiz

Sharon "Lokita" - age 24 - El Rito Ortiz

Nov 6, 2013

Sharon “Lokita” Ortiz, 24, a resident of El Rito passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 6, 2013. She was preceded in death by her father, Anthony Archuleta; brother, Angelito Ortiz; grandpa Frank Ortiz Jr., and cousin, Orly Jr.. Sharon is survived by her mother, Nancy Ortiz and Elfedo Sandoval; Sharon’s companion Jeannie and kids; sisters, Audrey Ortiz and companion Antoine...

Cleo Donna - age 61 - Cochiti Lake Ortiz

Cleo Donna - age 61 - Cochiti Lake Ortiz

Nov 4, 2013

Cleo Donna Vigil-Ortiz, 61, a resident of Cochiti Lake passed away of a short illness on Monday, November 4, 2013. Cleo was preceded in death by her father, Willie Vigil Sr.; mother, Cleotilde Vigil; brothers, Jimmy, and Willie Jake Vigil; infant brother, Esquipula Dale Vigil; sister, Della Valdivia; father of her children, Willliam Roy Ortiz and her life partner Joseph...

Tonnie M. - age 93 - Española Abeyta

Tonnie M. - age 93 - Española Abeyta

Nov 2, 2013

Tonnie M. Abeyta, 93, a resident of Española passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 2, 2013 with her family by her side. Tonnie was preceded in death by her husband; Rodolfo Abeyta, parents, Victoriano and Albinita Quintana, brothers; Espedirion, Manuel Sr., Santiago, and Benito Quintana, sister; Aggie Serna-Baltazar. She is survived by her daughter; Amy Hightower of Atlanta GA., son,...

Donny Otis - age 41 - Chimayo Jaramillo

Donny Otis - age 41 - Chimayo Jaramillo

Nov 1, 2013

Donny Otis Jaramillo, 41, a resident of Chimayo passed away on Friday, November 1, 2013 following a lengthy illness. Donny was preceded in death by his mother, Norah Jaramillo; grandparents, Celestina and Victoriano Jaramillo, Amarante Villareal and Terecina Villareal, and God-father, Wayne Aiken and God-mother Sandra Valdez. Mr. Jaramillo is survived by his sons; Donny Jaramillo, Jr. and Avery Jaramillo;...

Frank - age 93 - Los Alamos Osvath

Frank - age 93 - Los Alamos Osvath

Oct 31, 2013

Frank Osvath, 93, a resident of Los Alamos NM, passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2013. A graveside service will take place on Monday, November 4, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at Guaje Pines Cemetery in Los Alamos. Memorial service will take place at the White Rock Baptist Church at a later date. The family of Frank Osvath has entrusted their...

Tom M. - age 80 - Velarde Martinez

Tom M. - age 80 - Velarde Martinez

Oct 31, 2013

Tom M. Martinez, 80, a resident of Velarde passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2013. Tom is preceded in death by his parents; Miguel and Juanita Martinez, brothers, Frank and Victor Martinez, and sister, Rita Martinez. Tom retired as a heavy equipment operator. He was dedicated to his wife and family as well as being a hard worker and a...

David - Age 68 - Albuquerque - Roybal

David - Age 68 - Albuquerque - Roybal

Oct 30, 2013

DAVID ROYBAL, 68, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents, Filogonio and Adelina Roybal and brother, Raymond Roybal. Mr. Roybal is survived by his wife, Aggie Roybal; children, Anita Roybal and husband Al Hernandez, Elena Wolfangle and husband Mark, Sara Roybal and partner Dr. Allyson Ray and Antonio...

Exilda R. - Age 71 - Española Pacheco

Exilda R. - Age 71 - Española Pacheco

Oct 30, 2013

EXILDA R. PACHECO, age 71, went home with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, October 30, 2013, after a long and brave battle with ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease).\r\nEx, as she was affectionately called, was also known as Mita to many people. She was born to the late Vianes and Josefina Rodriguez and grew up in the Española Valley....

Mary M. - age 84 - Española Naranjo

Mary M. - age 84 - Española Naranjo

Oct 30, 2013

Mary M. Naranjo, (Fola), 84, It is with heavy hearts and joyful souls we entrust our beautiful mother to her creator, mom took her last breath with her family by her side at her home at 9:15 p.m. Wednesday, October 30, 2013. Mary was preceded in death by her parents; Elfido and Beatriz Martinez, brother, Joe, her favorite son in...

J. Wes - age 65 - Los Alamos Murphy

J. Wes - age 65 - Los Alamos Murphy

Oct 28, 2013

J. Wes Murphy, 65, a resident of Los Alamos passed away on Monday, October 28, 2013. He was preceded in death by his father; Charles Murphy. Wes retired from Los Alamos County in 2010. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and he belonged to the Lions Club. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Ducks Unlimited. He is survived...