Joyce Natalie - Age 43 - Española/Chimayo - Fresquez
May 5, 2013
JOYCE NATALIE FRESQUEZ, 43 a resident from Española/Chimayo, passed away in Albuquerque on Sunday, May 5, 2013 surrounded by her loving family following a lengthy illness. She was preceded in death by her mother, Annabelle Miera; grandmother, Lugarda Miera; grandfather, Juan Miera; baptismal God-parents, Jose and Magdalena Montoya; uncle, Steve Miera; aunt, Berlinda Martinez; cousin, Vernon Martinez; brother-in-law, Rudy Arzola...
Kelly - Age 51 - Española - Loy
May 5, 2013
Kelly Louise Loy, Born April 1, 1962 in Allentown PA, passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2013. She is survived by her husband, Todd Rodencal; children, Melinda Loy and fiancé Frankie Dixon, Matthew Loy and Michael Loy and wife Franca; grandchildren, Jaliyah, Connor, Gabriella, Joshua, Dominic, Franchesca, and Sean; mother, Shirley Grace; father, Robert W. Grace; brother Robert B. Grace...
Billie - Los Alamos - Crabb
May 3, 2013
BILLIE CRABB, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday, May 3, 2013. Billie had been a resident of Los Alamos for 66 years. She moved from Mineral Wells, Texas to Los Alamos to be with her father who at the time was working building the city. She met her husband Billy Crabb and they were married in June of...
Andrew Age - 84 - Los Alamos Kossar
Apr 29, 2013
Andrew Kossar, 84, a resident of Los Alamos passed away on Monday, April 29, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents, Max Kossar and Pearl Dennis of Shenandoah, PA. Andy served his country as a Korean War Veteran and was honorably discharged from both Air Force and U.S. Army. He was a member of the American Legion and...
Frances D. Age - 72 - Ranchitos Sandoval
Apr 28, 2013
Frances D. Sandoval, 72, a resident of Ranchitos passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family after a lengthy illness on Sunday the 28th of April. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jose Soto Dominguez and Magdalena P. Dominguez; paternal grandparents, Jose Dominguez Sr. and Francisca Soto Dominguez; maternal grandparents. Mr. and Mrs. Pablo Pacheco; husband, Damian Sandoval;...
Patsy C. "Patsy" Age - 65 - Españo War
Apr 27, 2013
Patricia C. “Patsy” War, 65, a resident of Española passed away from a lengthy illness on Saturday, April 27, 2013. She was preceded in death by her parents, Donicio and Geneva Montoya; brother, Danny Montoya; sister, Diane Montoya; nephew, Jalen Bustos. Patsy was a loving wife, sister and aunt with a big heart of gold. She was surrounded by many...
Flaviano Age - 97 - Nambe Herrera
Apr 24, 2013
Flaviano Herrera, 97, a lifelong resident of Nambe passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 24, 2013 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Celia V. Herrera; parents, David and Manuelita V. Herrera; in-laws, Jose Inez and Esquipula Valdez; brothers: Esperanza, Adrian, Cornelio, Eloy, Laurel, Librado and Ramon Herrera; sister,...
Maria Elena "Helen" Naranjo
Apr 22, 2013
MARIA ELENA “HELEN” NARANJO\r\nSafe in the arms of Jesus, safe on his gentle breast, there by his love over shaded, sweetly my soul shall rest.\r\nThe most loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend; Helen, passed into the arms of the Lord on April 22, 2013, after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s and heart disease. Originally from Chimayo,...
Isabelle - Age 92 - Chimayo - Martinez
Apr 22, 2013
ISABELLE MARTINEZ was born on July 8, 1920, in Chimayo, to Epimenia Montoya and Federico Martinez, and christened Maria Isabel. She had 3 younger sisters and 2 younger brothers. Isabelle attended John Hyson Memorial Mission School through eighth grade, was perfectly literate in Spanish and English. She was a voracious reader and was particularly fond of Bible scriptures and hymns....
Maria Agapita - Age 84 - Cuarteles - Quintana
Apr 21, 2013
MARIA AGAPITA QUINTANA, 84, a resident of Cuarteles, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 21, 2013 with her family by her side. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jose Ignacio Quintana; daughter, Maxine Quintana; son, Donald Quintana; parents, Cresencio and Rufegio Lopez; grandson, Edward T. Quintana as well as other loving relatives. After raising 5 boys, she started...
Joe G. Age 67 - Albuquerque/Taos - Abeyta
Apr 20, 2013
JOE G. ABEYTA, 67, a resident of Albuquerque and formerly of Taos, passed away on Saturday, April 20, 2013 following a short and unexpected illness. Mr. Abeyta developed many skills while growing up where he made many, many friends along the way; always socializing and making new friends. He was well known for this cooking skills and became known as...
Bernardo Age - 91 - Abiquiu Archuleta
Apr 19, 2013
BERNARDO ARCHULETA, 91, a resident of Abiquiu, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 19, 2013. He served in the 71st Infantry in Germany and was a proud World War II Veteran. A 50 year member of the Labor’s Local Union 16, Bernardo retired from Los Alamos after 25 years. He also enjoyed spending time with his family, tending to his...
Paul - Age 42 - El Rito - Jaramillo
Apr 19, 2013
PAUL V. JARAMILLO, 42, a resident of El Rito, went to be with the Lord on Friday, April 19, 2013 following a short illness. He was preceded in death by his baby sister, Rhonda Jaramillo; paternal grandparents; Jose and Viviana Vialpando; maternal grandparents, Porfirio and Melecia Gonzales and father-in-law, Horacio Baldonado. He was born November 27, 1970 in Española. He...
Rebecca "Becky" Age - 50 - Español Salazar
Apr 18, 2013
Rebecca “Becky” Salazar, 50, a resident of Española passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 18, 2013. She was preceded in death by her father, Arthur Salazar; brother-in-law, Joey Martinez; Contessa’s partner, Desiree Pacheco. Becky was a person who was free willed, very outspoken, down to earth, loving, caring and free spirited. She loved music and cruising. She especially loved her...
Vincent Age - 81 - Santa Clara Pueblo Michel, Sr.
Apr 17, 2013
Vincent Michel, Sr., 81, a resident of Santa Clara Pueblo was called home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 17, 2013, surrounded by his loving family. HE was preceded in death by his loving wife, Carmen Michel; father, Charles Michel; mother, Mary Michel; brothers: Danny Fry and Peter Kheel. He was born in Inchelium, WA to Charles A....
Carla - Age 40 - La Puebla - War
Apr 16, 2013
CARLA MARIE WAR, 40, a resident of La Puebla, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 16, 2013 following a lengthy illness. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Jose H. War and Sophia Zamora; maternal grandparents, Abenicio and Gertrudes Martinez; father, Joe L. War, Jr.; uncle, Gary Padilla and aunt, Mabel War. Carla was full...
Teddie - Age 75 - Española - Archuleta
Apr 15, 2013
Teddie Archuleta, 75, a resident of Española passed away from a lengthy illness on Monday, April 15, 2013. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jose and Jesusita Ulibarri; sister, Lydia Archuleta; brother, Gerald Ulibarri. Mrs. Archuleta is survived by her husband, Mike Archuleta of Española; children: Patti Archuleta of Santa Fe, Miguel Archuleta of Rio Chama; grandchildren: Jessica...
Syria - Age 69 - La Puebla - Rivas
Apr 15, 2013
Syria E. Rivas, 69, a resident of La Puebla passed away on Monday, April 15, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, Tomas Rivas; parents, Nestor and Veronica Montoya; brother, Nestor Montoya. Syria was a “rebel.” She did things the way she wanted too. She had a big heart and was a hard worker. Syria’s happiest moments were...
Julian - Age 55 - San Pedro - Quintana
Apr 14, 2013
JULIAN RAYMOND QUINTANA, 55, a resident of San Pedro, passed away suddenly in an accidental house fire on Sunday, April 14, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents, Pete and Julia Quintana; maternal grandparents, Tony and Ursula Passarelli and brother, Bobby Quintana. Julian was the second youngest among 12 siblings. He loved dancing. It was not uncommon to...
Eulalia "Lala" Age - 90 - Chama Martinez
Apr 13, 2013
Eulalia “Lala” Martinez, 90, a resident of Chama passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on Saturday, April 13, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jose Belarmino Martinez; grandsons: Jason McAdams and Eddie Martinez Jr. She loved quilting, painting, canning and gardening. Her love for cooking for her family was enjoyed by all. She...
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