Joseph A. - Age 43 - Española Salazar
Jun 30, 2011
Joseph A. Salazar Sr, 43, a lifelong resident of Española, NM, went to rest on June 30, 2011. Joseph was born on November 26, 1967 to Elevinia and Alex Salazar of Española, NM. He married the love of his life, Julie Giron, on September 7th, 1991. Together, they gave life to the other loves of his life, his children Joseph...
Benjie S. - Age 37 - Chimayo Martinez
Jun 29, 2011
Benjie S. Martinez 37 - a resident of Chimayo, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday June 29, 2011 in Chimayo. Benjie was preceded in death by his parents, Sabino Martinez and Lorraine Martinez; Grandparents, Antonio and Gregoria Martinez and Sabino and Celestina Martinez, his brother, Tomas Moya. Benjie is survived by his children; Lorraine Martinez and Benjie Martinez Jr; Step-son Juanito...
Esquipula Nepomuceno (Skip) Age-74 Nambe Valdez
Jun 29, 2011
Esquipula Nepomuceno (Skip) Valdez, 74, a lifelong resident of Nambe, NM passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 29, 2011. He was born on September 27, 1936 to Felipe and Ursusina Maestas Valdez in Santo Niño who preceded him in death. Mr. Valdez was also preceded in death by his brothers: Pablo, Ramon and Felipe A. Valdez; in-laws, George and Pablita...
Escolastica Age- 90 Cuyamungue Lucero
Jun 28, 2011
Escolastica Lucero 90, a lifelong resident of Cuyamungue passed away on Tuesday June 28, 2011 following a long illness. She was preceded in death by her husband, Anselmo Lucero and a son, Leroy Lucero. She is survived by her children; Anselmo Lucero Jr. of Santa Fe, Leo Lucero of Cuyamumgue, JoAnn Montoya of Santa Fe, George Lucero of Espanola, Irene...
Carmel Imelda Age - 48 Medanales War
Jun 27, 2011
Carmel Imelda War, 48, a resident of Medanales passed away on Tuesday, June 27, 2011. Carmel worked at Wal-Mart in Española and loved her Wal-Mart family and friends. She also had a passion for dancing. She was preceded in death by her mother, Isabel H. War; maternal grandparents, Santana and Santiago Herrera; paternal grandparents, Cirila and Margarito War. She is...
Pete - Age 61 - Santa Fe - Garcia
Jun 27, 2011
Pete Fred Garcia, 61, a resident of Santa Fe, NM passed away on Monday, June 27, 2011. He was born on October 6, 1949. He resided in the Española Valley with his wife of 28 years. Pete was a member of the Plumbers and Pipefitters Local Union 412. Prior to his retirement he worked as a Pipefitter for KSL in...
Elmer - Age 64 - Ranchitos - Garcia
Jun 26, 2011
ELMER D. GARCIA, 64, a resident of Ranchitos, passed away on Sunday, June 26, 2011 following a lengthy illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, Amada and Vicente Garcia; brother, Salomon Garcia; aunt, Dora Trujillo and nephew he helped raise, John Martinez. He worked for LANL for over 38 years and later retired in 2007. He served in...
Rita (Romanie Julia Taeckens) Age - 96 Los Al Rutherford
Jun 26, 2011
Rutherford, Romanie Julia Taeckens, 96, a resident of Los Alamos, NM since 1950, died peacefully at home after a short illness on June 26, 2011. Rita was born in Flint, MI on May 24, 1915 to Louis Taeckens and Annora Nolan. Her father came alone to the US from Belgium at an early age and her mother was among the...
Daniel - Age 49 - Los Alamos Milligan
Jun 24, 2011
It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Daniel Farrell Milligan age 49 of Los Alamos, NM. Dan died peacefully on Friday, June 24, 2011 surrounded by family and friends at New Mexico Heart Hospital in Albuquerque, NM following a long illness. Dan was born on March 20, 1962 in Freemont, NE to Donald...
Kelly Joel - Age 43 Gurule
Jun 22, 2011
Kelly Joel Gurule - born on July 31, 1967, passed away on Wednesday, June 22, 2011. Kelly was a kind and humble soul. He was preceded in death by his father, Sabiniano Gurule; brother, Ronnie Gurule; and beloved little brother, Emery Gurule. He is survived by his son, Xavier Gurule; mother, Esther Gurule; brothers: Lester Gurule and family, Dale Gurule...
Rudy "Puff" Age-53 Gallina Maestas
Jun 21, 2011
Rudy “Puff” Maestas, 53, a lifelong resident of Gallina, NM passed away on Tuesday, June 21, 2011. He was a parishioner of Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe Catholic Church in Gallina. He loved horses, ranching and taking long walks. Rudy enjoyed the company of his friends, family and especially his daughter, Pumpkin. He was a quiet man who enjoyed his privacy...
John - Age 59 - Medanales - Archuleta
Jun 20, 2011
JOHN D. “ROCKY” ARCHULETA, 59, passed away on Monday, June 20, 2011 at Presbyterian Hospital in Albuquerque following a short illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, Johnny and Juanita Archuleta of Santa Cruz; sister, Mary Jane Doglione; maternal grandparents, Jose and Drucilla Bustos; paternal grandparents, Jose Victor Archuleta and Mabel Archuleta; and a close uncle, Butch Archuleta....
Jeffrey Jay "Jefe" Heise
Jun 20, 2011
Jeffrey Jay Heise “Jefe,” Psychedelic Cowboy . . . lucky strike . . . Mystic Legend . . . singer of songs . . . nature wanderer . . . masterful craftsman . . . “The Space Ship Airstream” . . . the last one standing. . . a father and grand creator . . . soul manifester . ....
Pita - Age 87 - Rio Rancho/Española - Lujan
Jun 19, 2011
Pita Lujan, 87, a resident of Rio Rancho formerly of Española passed away on Sunday, June 19, 2011. Mrs. Lujan along with her husband, Jim Lujan owned and operated Lujan’s Funeral Home in Española for almost 40 years. She attended Victory Faith Church for a number of years. She will be remembered for her unique personality. Mrs. Lujan was preceded...
Lloyd - 55, Dixie - 53, Steven - 21 El Rancho Ortiz
Jun 19, 2011
Lloyd Ortiz- 58, Dixie Ortiz- 53, Steven Ortiz – 21, residents of El Rancho passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 19, 2011. Lloyd was a prominent businessman throughout many parts of the country. He was a successful tile contractor, much of his beautiful work can be found in Northern New Mexico. Dixie was Activities Director at Sombrillo Nursing & Rehabilitation...
Olympia Age - 77 Rodriguez
Jun 18, 2011
Olympia Rodriguez – passed away on Saturday, June 18, 2011 following a lengthy illness. She was preceded in death by her sons: infant Juanito and Richard L. Rodriguez; parents: Olivama Alice and Marcial Vigil of Santa Fe; brothers: Johnny “Black” and Aggie Vigil; and sister, Flora Middleton. She is survived by her husband, Juan M. Rodriguez, Jr. of La Puebla;...
Gilbert - Age 78 - Coyote Serrano
Jun 17, 2011
Gilbert Serrano, 78, a resident of Coyote passed away at home on Friday, June 17, 2011. Gilbert was born on February 3, 1933 to Juan Isidro and Ofelia Serrano in Coyote, New Mexico. He was a simple man and enjoyed the little things in life. Mr. Serrano was preceded in death by his parents, Juan Isidro Serrano & Ofelia; brothers:...
Roberta A. Age-51 Santa fe Romero
Jun 17, 2011
Roberta A Romero, age 51, a lifelong resident of Santa Fe, passed away after a medical procedure on June 17, 2011 surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her parents Reynaldo Romero of Lyden, Theresa Romero of Santa Fe, grandparents Isidoro and Margarita Herrera, Father- in- Law Ambrosio Romero Jr. Roberta is survived by her loving...
James D. Age-89 San Juan Pueblo Spears
Jun 15, 2011
James D. Spears, 89, a resident of San Juan Pueblo passed away at home on Wednesday, June 15, 2011 after a lengthy illness. James was born in Peach Springs, Arizona to James C. and Genery Spears on April 5, 1922. Jim was a great cowboy. A calf roper, team roper, and quite the bronc rider in his day. He finally...
Audelio E. Age - 79 Chimayo Romero
Jun 12, 2011
Audelio E. Romero, 79, a resident of Chimayo passed away on Sunday, June 12, 2011. Audelio was a wonderful father, grandfather and friend. He believed in the value of hard work, and spent his life working to build the best family he could. He shared his life and love with us each and every day. Audelio worked in the construction...
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