Nakita Leandra - Age 25 - San Diego Garcia
Jan 8, 2013
Nakita Leandra Garcia, born October 15, 1987 went to with God in Heaven on January 8, 2013. She was preceded in death by her grandparents: Apolonio Paul Garcia, Nora B. Garcia, Victoriano Romero and Elvira M. Romero. She is survived by her husband, Staff Sergeant Anthony G. Garcia; daughter, Allayna K. Garcia; parents: Gerald and Feliz Romero; grandmother, Loretto Garcia;...

Roberto Age - 23 - Española Salas
Jan 8, 2013
Roberto Salas, 23, a resident of Española passed away on Tuesday, January 8, 2013. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Salas. Roberto is survived by his mother, Clara Salas; 5 brothers & sisters; mother of his children, Noel Montoya; sons: Richard and Isaiah Salas. Special thank you to all family and friends who have contributed any assistance...
Carlos Age - 31 - Los Luceros Gurule
Jan 6, 2013
CARLOS GURULE, 31, a resident of Los Luceros, passed away on Sunday, January 6, 2013 following a brief illness. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Lillian Lopez and paternal grandfather, Gilbert Gurule. Carlos was a loving father, son and grandson. He loved his children dearly and enjoyed spending time with them. He was willing to help others...
Pedro - Age 94 - El Rancho - Roybal
Jan 5, 2013
PEDRO ROYBAL, 94, a resident of El Rancho went to be with the Lord and his wife, Maria, on Saturday, January 5, 2013 with his loving family by his side. He was preceded in death by his wife, Maria T. (Dora) Roybal; son, Joe Ray Roybal; parents, Demetrio and Catalina Roybal; brother, Antonino Roybal; sisters, Cleotilde and Jose Gomez, Cirila...
Marion "Red" M. Age - 85 - Los Alam Evans
Jan 5, 2013
Marion “Red” M. Evans passed from this life to attend a very important meeting with the Lord on Saturday, January 5, 2013. He was 85 years old. Marion Evans was a devoted husband, loving father, grandfather and friend who will be deeply missed by his family and friends. He loved kids, animals, traveling, camping with friends, Cadillac cars, and motorcycles.\r\nMarion...

Joe D. Age - 62 - Cuarteles Emerson
Jan 4, 2013
Joe D. Emerson, 62, a resident of Cuarteles passed away from a short illness on Friday, January 4, 2013. Joe distinguished himself through his service to his country. He served in the Army for 12 years primarily as a captain in armored cavalry on the Russian front where he was praised as being one of the most outstanding officers in...
Jan - Los Alamos - Sinclair
Jan 4, 2013
Longtime Los Alamos resident, Jan Sinclair, passed away on January 4, 2013. She was preceded in death by her parents, Enoch and Pat Nelson, and siblings Ruth Schleh, Nancy Roberts, and Wesley Nelson. Jan is survived by her husband, Ken Sinclair of Los Alamos, daughters, Julie Sinclair of Lansing, Michigan, and Peggy Sinclair-Morris of Richmond, Virginia; son-in-law, Allen Morris; grandchildren,...
Eugenio "Gene" Gerardo Age - 73 - E Sandoval
Jan 2, 2013
Eugenio “Gene” Gerardo Sandoval, 73, a resident of El Rancho, born on November 4, 1939 and passed away after a lengthy illness on Wednesday, January 2, 2013. Gene loved his family and loved to spend all his time with them. He and his wife, Helen were inseparable. He loved taking rides all over with his brother, Levi. In his younger...
Oscar Roy Age - 84 - Los Alamos Norris, Jr.
Jan 2, 2013
Oscar Roy Norris, Jr., 84, a resident of Los Alamos passed away on Wednesday, January 2, 2013. Roy was born on March 11, 1928 in Johnson City, TN to Oscar Roy and Jewel (Booth) Norris. He was the 5th of 6 children growing up in North Carolina. Roy served in WWII stationed in the Aleutian Islands. Roy came from Carlsbad...
Benjamin F. (Chanke) Age - 78 - Peñasco Sanchez, Sr.
Jan 2, 2013
Benjamin F. Sanchez, Sr. (Chanke), 78, a lifelong resident of Peñasco passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 2, 2013. Ben was born on November 7, 1934 in Peñasco. He graduated from Peñasco High School and was part of the first Peñasco basketball team to ever qualify for state competition. He later joined the US Army and served during the Korean...
Joe Canuto Age - 72 - El Rito Martinez
Jan 2, 2013
Joe Canuto Martinez, 72, a resident of El Rito passed away at home surrounded by his loving daughters and wife after a long battle with cancer on Wednesday, January 2, 2013. Mr. Martinez worked for 34 years with the Forest Service, always ready to fight fires. He loved ranching and traveling. He will always be remembered as being a wonderful...
Frances Y. Age - 56 - Española Delgado-Pena
Jan 1, 2013
Frances Y. Delgado-Pena, 56, a resident of Española passed away from a sudden illness on Tuesday, January 1, 2013. She was preceded in death by her granddaughter, BreAndra Pena; husband, Julian Pena; mother, Sadie Noe; brother, Joseph Delgado; close cousin, Pat Garcia. Frances is survived by her son, Andrew Pena and companion Melissa Romero of Española; sister, Gloria Noe Delgado...
Nataniel - Age 30 - Ranchos de Taos - Mondragon
Jan 1, 2013
NATANIEL MONDRAGON, 30, a resident of Ranchos de Taos passed away unexpectedly on January 1, 2013. He was preceded in death by his brother, Matias Mondragon and other loved ones. Nataniel was currently working at Old Martina’s Hall in Ranchos, where he enjoyed his work friends and clients. He loved the outdoors, skiing, hunting, fishing, and most outdoors activities. He...
Ramoncita Age - 91 - Española (Valdez) Tafoya
Dec 31, 2012
Ramoncita (Valdez) Tafoya, 91, a resident of Española and formerly of Petaca, went home to be with Jesus on Monday, December 31, 2012, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Servilleta Plaza, on December 23, 1921. Ramoncita was preceded in death by her parents, Alejandro and Virginia Gallegos; her 1st husband, Emilio Valdez; 2nd husband, Jose Tafoya; her...
Marco Antonio - Age 20 - Alcalde Bequet Corral
Dec 31, 2012
Marco Antonio Bequet Corral – Age 20 a resident of Alcalde, NM, passed away on Monday, December 31, 2012. Marco Antonio was a very loving person, was very optimistic, who loved everyone. He was very proud of being a father in the coming months. He loved to smile, and was an excellent artist. He was a loving son, brother, and...
John William Age - 86 - Los Alamos Drake
Dec 30, 2012
JOHN WILLIAM DRAKE, August 9, 1926 – December 30, 2012 John passed away peacefully on December 30, 2012 in Los Alamos. He is survived by his wife Anita M. Drake of Los Alamos; his son, John Michael Drake and girlfriend Elenore Chavez of Los Alamos; his son, Roger W. Drake of Rochester, Minn.; and his daughter, Deann and husband Alec...
Peter Russell Age - 78 - Los Alamos Forman
Dec 30, 2012
Peter Russell Forman, 78, died at home in Los Alamos, NM on Sunday, December 30, 2012 due to complications of cancer. Peter began his life on August 26th, 1934 in Toronto, Ontario Canada, as the third child of James and Jane Forman. For his Dad's health, the family relocated to Glendora in Southern California in 1948. As a teenager he...
Jose "Eloy" - Age 79 - Ojo Caliente Martinez
Dec 30, 2012
Jose “Eloy” Martinez – Age 79 a resident of Ojo Caliente passed away on Sunday, December 30, 2012. He was preceded in death by his parents: Simon and Florencia Martinez. Joe was a family man, who loved his wife, children and grandchildren dearly. He was a man of conviction, determination and generousity. He was well respected in his community. Mr....
Benito W. Age - 78 - El Rancho Roybal
Dec 29, 2012
Benito W. Roybal, 78, a resident of El Rancho went home to be with Our Lord on Saturday, December 29, 2012 after a lengthy illness. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War and was stationed in Japan. He loved to go fishing, dancing and being outdoors; going to the casino. He retired from the Los Alamos...
Henry - Age 90 - Taos Romero
Dec 28, 2012
Henry C. Romero, 90 a resident of Taos, went to be with our dear Lord on Friday, December 28, 2012. He was preceded in death by his father, Jose E. Romero; mother, Genoneva Trujillo; brothers, Richard, Ernest and Pat Romero; and grandson, Angelo Quintana. Mr. Romero is survived by his wife, Viola Romero; children, Joe E. Romero (Kippy), Pres Romero,...
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