Janelle Salazar
Jul 17, 2025
Janelle L Salazar, age 43, was born August 29, 1981, in Albuquerque, NM, and passed away on July 17, 2025, from a lengthy illness with her family by her side.
Janelle was preceded in death by her partner Antonio Trujillo; parents Steve & Priscilla Martinez; grandparents Alfonso Sr Martinez and Antonio & Lucy Salazar; uncles Christopher & Danny Martinez, Walter & Antonio...
Joseph “Joe” Gurule
Jul 16, 2025
Joseph (Joe) Gurule, 64, went home to be with our Lord on July 16, 2025. A lifelong resident of Cuarteles, NM, he was deeply rooted in his community and cherished the place he called home.
Joseph was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He brought love, laughter, and warmth into the lives of those around him.
He was preceded...
Jesse Vasquez
Jul 15, 2025
COURTESY ANNOUNCEMENT
It is with deep sorrow that we share the passing of our Beloved Jesse Ray Vasquez, who departed this life on July 15, 2025.
Jesse was born to Marcie Vasquez on May 27, 1978.
He was preceded in death by his sister Ashely Renee Maestas.
Jesse is survived by his mother Marcy Vasquez; children Ashley, Jacob, Josiah and Jayden.
Jesse will be remembered...
David Lloyd Smith
Jul 15, 2025
David L. Smith, born on July 21, 1950, passed away at his home in the early morning of July 15, 2025, surrounded by his devoted family, he received loving care in his final days. His wife, Leni, was supported by the entire family, with his beloved nephew Miguel Velasquez from Santa Fe among the first to assist.
David served the town...
Leonard Gurule Jr.
Jul 12, 2025
Leonard Gurule
February 5th, 1999 – July 12th, 2025
Leonard Gurule, age 26, of La Puebla, NM, passed away on July 12, 2025. He was born to Leon & Marcella Gurule.
Known for his vibrant spirit, generous heart, and selfless soul. Leonard truly lived every moment to the fullest. He worked proudly as an electrician, a profession that matched his hands-on skill and...
Allen Archuleta
Jul 10, 2025
Allen E Archuleta, 66, of Espanola, NM, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2025. He was born on May 11, 1959, to Joe and Josie Archuleta.
He was the 2nd child of 5. Born in Espanola, Allen was a man of God, devoted husband, loving father, grandfather and great grandfather, a friend to many who crossed his path. Family was everything to...
Eloida Cirilia Sargent
Jul 10, 2025
Eloida C. Sargent, 88, a resident of Cordova, NM, beloved wife, grandma, sister, aunt, and friend passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on July 10, 2025.
Eloida was born and raised in her loving little town of Cordova. She went to school at Alisson and James, graduated from Santa Cruz, soon after enlisted in the Marines where she met her...
Dwight Vigil
Jul 9, 2025
Dwight K. Vigil, age 64, passed away July 9, 2025, peacefully at home. He was born on May 31, 1961, to Epimenio and Rosina Vigil in Espanola, New Mexico. Dwight was the youngest of five. He lived and worked in several places in his life. He was quiet, fun loving and loved his family.
Dwight was preceded in death by his...
Arthur Martinez
Jul 8, 2025
Courtesy Announcement
Arthur Martinez born September 18, 1957, in San Fernando, CA, passed from a lifelong illness on July 8, 2025, in the family home.
He is preceded in death by his parents Mariano & Socorro (Fernandez) Martinez; brothers Polo, Sylvino & Mario; and compadre Jamie Comaduran.
Survived by daughter Lauren (Max) and grandson Miles; son Joseph (Toby) and grandchildren Mia, Charlie, Joseph...
Joey G. Medina
Jul 7, 2025
Joey G. Medina, 61, a resident of Alcalde, NM, was called to Eternal life on Monday, July 7, 2025. He was born on August 29 1963 in San Luis, CO.
Joey was preceded in death by his parents Joe E. and Teresa Medina from Alcalde, NM; grandparents Lino Jr and Leonarda Trujillo from Costilla, NM, and Sarapio Medina Sr. and Escolastica Medina from...
Marina Valdez Martinez
Jul 5, 2025
Marina Valdez Martinez
Marina Valdez Martinez, 85, a resident of Nambe, NM, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at her home. Marina was born on January 21, 1940.
She was preceded in death by her parents Jose Inez Valdez and Esquipula Rivera; sisters Celia and (Flaviano Herrera), Ruperta and (Teafilo Lopez), Amelia and (Emiterio Vigil) and Elma Ortega; brothers Bernadio and...
Erlinda Sanchez
Jul 5, 2025
Erlinda Marie Torres Sanchez, cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, tía, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2025 at the age of 100.
Erlinda was born in Jerome, Arizona, on November 26, 1924, and raised in Ohkay Owingeh. Despite the hardships brought on by the Great Depression, Erlinda spoke fondly of her time in Ohkay Owingeh, telling her family stories about...
Loretta Salazar
Jul 4, 2025
Loretta M. Salazar
d.July 4th, 2025
Loretta M. Salazar passed away peacefully on July 4th, 2025. Born at Presbyterian Hospital, Espanola, NM, July 24th, 1980.
She was preceded in death by her father Lawrence A. Salazar and her son Jerome Chavez.
Loretta is survived by her three sons, Adrian Chavez, Joshua Chavez, & Joseph Martinez; mother Mary Ann Martinez and step-father Jose Martinez; sister...
Melissa Griego
Jul 4, 2025
Melissa (Missy) J. Griego passed away peacefully on July 4, 2025. Born at Taos Holy Cross Hospital, Taos, NM, on July 4, 1975.
She was preceded in death by her parents Orphelita Gurulé, Octavio Griego; maternal grandparents Bernabe and Manuelita Gurulé and paternal grandparents Teodoro and Evangelina Griego.
Missy is survived by her brothers Marcus, Michael (Tiffany), Santiago, Wilfred; nephews and nieces Jonah...
Gerald Lynn Aguilar
Jul 3, 2025
Gerald Lynn Aguilar
August 4, 1962 – July 3, 2025
Gerald Lynn Aguilar, 62, beloved son, brother and father died peacefully on July 3, 2025, at the family home in Ohkay Owingeh, NM.
Gerald Lynn’ spiritual context involved reading and reflecting on inspiring scriptures, praying and connecting with his higher power, and practicing forgiveness and letting go of resentment. He possessed inner fortitude, resilience...
Eloy Rodriguez
Jul 3, 2025
Eloy Rodriguez, of Chamisal, NM, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at the age of 96 at the family home in Chamisal. He was born on September 5, 1928, in Chamisal, NM, to Malaquias Rodriguez and Josefa Arellano.
He grew up in Chamisal and Ojito among 5 brothers and 3 sisters. Eloy enlisted in the...
Juan Manuel Martinez
Jul 3, 2025
In Loving Memory of Manuel Juan Martinez December 16, 1941 – July 3, 2025
Manuel Juan Martinez, age 83, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on Thursday, July 3, 2025. He was born on December 16, 1941, in El Rito, New Mexico.
Manuel was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. He was known for his kind heart, quiet...
Rosina Montoya
Jun 30, 2025
COURTESY ANNOUNCEMENT
Rosina Montoya, 97, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2025, at Scott’s Community Hospice House. She was born on September 12, 1927.
After the passing of her husband Henry, Rosina worked for El Paraqua and Rancho de Chimayo for several years, where she discovered her passion for cooking and became known as the best cook ever. Rosina was a generous...
Ramon Sandoval
Jun 30, 2025
Ramón Louie Sandoval, 54, a resident of Albuquerque, was called to eternal life on Monday, June 30, 2025. He was born on May 14, 1971, in Los Alamos and raised in Las Trampas, New Mexico. He is the youngest of eleven children.
Ramon was a country boy who carried his family’s work ethic and that of many others who live in...
Juan Sandoval
Jun 29, 2025
Juan Sandoval passed away June 29, 2025, in Bernalillo, New Mexico, after a lengthy illness.
He was preceded in death by his wife Carmen Sandoval, father Jose Marcelino Sandoval, mother Mary Sandoval, Brothers Tomas Sandoval, Marcelino Sandoval and sister Rosalia Sandoval, special aunt Luz Valdez and uncle Serafin Valdez and grandson Carlos Hurtado.
He is survived by his sister Laura Besey; brothers Toby...
