Adelina - Age 82 - Albuquerque/Chimayo - Romero
Feb 26, 2012
ADELINA MARIA ROMERO, 82, a resident of Albuquerque and formerly of Chimayo, passed away on Sunday, February 26, 2012 surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Sotero Romero; parents, Emiliano and Ramoncita Martinez; uncle and aunt who raised her, George and Frances Chavez; brothers, Benny, Carmen, Eliseo and Vicente Martinez; sisters, Cordelia Marquez and...
Cecilia - Age 50 - Los Ojos Martinez
Feb 25, 2012
CECILIA P. MARTINEZ, 50, a resident of Los Ojos, passed away on Saturday, February 25, 2012. She was preceded in death by her mother, Stella Castillo; daughter, Abelina Martinez; brother-in-law, Robin Martinez and father-in-law, Alfonso Martinez. Cecilia was a very loving mother of 7 children; grandmother of 8 and supportive wife of 32 years. She loved to spend time with...
Joe Teodolo also known as Mr. T. Age - 73 - N Herrera
Feb 25, 2012
Joe Teodolo Herrera also known as Mr. T., 73, a resident of Nambe passed away from a lengthy illness on Saturday, February 25, 2012. Joe was a carpenter by trade and proprietor of The Latilla Business in Cuyamungue for numerous years. He was a disabled Veteran of the United States Army. Joe was preceded in death by his parents, Eloy...
Farid "Fred Believer" Ghilzai
Feb 25, 2012
Farid Ghilzai also known as Fred Believer, a resident of The Monastery of Christ in The Desert passed away on Saturday, February 25, 2012. Public Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at 5:00 p.m. in the Sangre de Cristo Chapel at DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory. Arrangements under the care of DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory of...
Lionel P. - Age 84 - Los Alamos Collier, Sr.
Feb 23, 2012
LIONEL P. COLLIER, SR., 84, a resident of Los Alamos, passed away on Thursday, February 23, 2012. He was preceded in death by his mother, Velma Collier; father, Victor Lionel Collier and brother, Frank Collier. He was raised in East Texas and attended Kilgore Jr. College and was drafted into the United States Army Air Force. He worked on the...
Anthony Angelo - Age 40 - Alcalde Villareal
Feb 23, 2012
ANTHONY ANGELO VILLAREAL, 40, a resident of Alcalde, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, February 23, 2012 and is now reunited with his sister, Abbie J. Villareal, who he deeply missed. He was also preceded in death by his grandmother, Abelina Medina; paternal grandparents, Theresina Amarante Villareal and uncle, Delfido Villareal. He was a very loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle...
Manuelita - Age 81 - Rio Chiquito Martinez
Feb 21, 2012
MANUELITA MARTINEZ, 81, a resident of Rio Chiquito, passed away on Tuesday, February 21, 2012 following a brief illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Benito and Josefita Trujillo; husband, Anastacio Martinez; son, Danny Trujillo; granddaughters, April Martinez and Angel Trujillo; grandson, Marty Trujillo; great-granddaughter, April Dupree; sister, Georgia Sanchez and brothers-in-law: Tony Sanchez and Cenobio Quintana. Manuelita...
Alfonso "Alfo" Age - 88 - Velarde Atencio
Feb 19, 2012
Alfonso "Alfo" Atencio 88, from Velarde, NM. Born September 27, 1923 died unexpectedly in loving comfort, surrounded by his family on February 19, 2012. Alfonso was first and foremost a loving husband, father and "Pampa". He was a member of the Civilian Conservation Corps. In 1943 he became a proud recruit of the US Navy at the height of World...
Jon - Age 47 - Rio Rancho - Minssen
Feb 19, 2012
JON MINSSEN, 47, a resident of Rio Rancho, passed away on Sunday, February 19, 2012. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Ovella Minssen; cousin, Crystal Hunt; grandparents-in-law, Cipriano and Ella Padilla. He enjoyed participating in sports with his sons and taught them how to play guitar, chess, and how to fish and golf. He kept his...
Gilbert H. - Age 82 - Espanola Ferran
Feb 17, 2012
Gilbert H. Ferran, 82, born in Santa Fe on September 18, 1929 and a lifelong resident of Española, NM returned to Our Lord on Friday, February 17, 2012. Gilbert was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He enjoyed tending to his and his parent’s ranches because he loved animals, nature, and the outdoors and because it also helped his mother and...
Ronald "Chili Man" Age - 54 - Espa� Atencio
Feb 17, 2012
Ronald “Chili Man” Atencio, 54, a resident of Española formally of Santa Fe went to be with the Lord on Friday, February 17, 2012 surrounded by his family. He was a kind, compassionate man, always sharing and giving what he had, he loved life to the fullest. He was better known as the “Chili Man.” Ronaldo was the son of...
Evelyn Age - 96 Stromberg
Feb 15, 2012
Evelyn Stromberg, 96, passed peacefully to her eternal rest on Wednesday, February 15, 2012. She is survived by her daughter, Karen and son-in-law Dannie Jennings of Indianapolis and her daughter, Sandra and son-in-law Richard Lohsen of Los Alamos. She was a loving mother, avid gardener, and tireless giver of time to her church and to those less fortunate. She requested...
Sherry Lynn Age - 44 Martinez
Feb 14, 2012
Sherry Lynn Martinez, age 44, passed away February 14, 2012. Sherry is survived by mother, Elizaida (Liz) Martinez; sons whom she loved dearly, Tristin and Mateo Garcia, and a large extended family. An exceptional woman who knew love, gave love, and loved much. She reached for and touched hearts. Sherry was an awesome cook, housekeeper and one who enjoyed entertaining....
Glen - 48 - Las Cruces - COURTESY ANNOUNCEMEN Martinez
Feb 11, 2012
Glen C. Martinez 48, of Las Cruces, NM was called to the arms of our heavenly father on Saturday February 11, 2012 surrounded by his loving family. He was born to Nazario and Flora Martinez in Las Cruces, NM on June 19, 1963. Glen enjoyed working with his hands and was a carpenter by trade. He also enjoyed the outdoors,...
Phil - Age 77 - Chimayo Benavidez
Feb 11, 2012
Phil Benavidez, Sr. – Age 77 a resident of Chimayo passed away peacefully at home with his wife and son at his side on Saturday, February 11, 2012. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Angela Benavidez; parents: Herman and Eliza Benavidez; brothers: Alfred and Nap Benavidez and Herman Benavidez, Jr.; sisters: Mela Armijo and Lena Herrera. Phil was...
Jaime "Jaimito" A. Age - 26 - Alcal Juarez
Feb 11, 2012
Jaime “Jaimito” A. Juarez, 26, a resident of Alcalde passed away on Saturday, February 11, 2012. Jaimito was a great son, brother and friend who loved kids and helping people out. He was a hard worker who loved spending time outdoors, going for wood and camping. He was preceded in death by his great-grandmother, Josefa Orante. Jaimito is survived by...
Nickolaus Albert Age - 22 - Chama Alcon
Feb 11, 2012
Nickolaus Albert Alcon, 22, a resident of Chama passed away on Saturday, February 11, 2012. He loved playing video games & traveling to California. He loved to serve as a server at Patsy’s Restaurant. He was dearly beloved by everyone and will be missed. Nickolaus was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Vera Alcon; maternal great-grandmother, Lucia Martinez. He...
Beltha - Age 81 - La Madera Giron
Feb 10, 2012
Beltha Giron – Age 81 a resident of La Madera passed away on Friday, February 10, 2012 peacefully at home. She was preceded in death by her parents: Andelsmo and Neomi Giron; and brother-in-law, Frank Ortiz. Beltha loved gardening, planting flowers and being outdoors. She is survived by her sister, Ella Ortiz of Española; brothers: Isaac Giron and wife Amelia...
Floy Marie Age - 70 - Truchas Medart
Feb 9, 2012
Floy Marie Medart, 70, a resident of Truchas, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 9, 2012. Floy was a loving mother, daughter, sister and wife. She was a caring individual that was willing to give a helping hand to anyone in need. Floy was preceded in death by her husband of 33 years, Rev. Ralph Medart; parents,...
Clement Thomas - Age 70 - Los Alamos Switlik, Jr.
Feb 9, 2012
Switlik, Clement Thomas, Jr. (Tom), 70, was born October 19, 1941 in Parsons, KS to Clement Thomas, Sr. and Margaret (Currigan) Switlik and died February 9, 2012 in Los Alamos, NM where he resided. Tom was enjoying his retirement from his duties as an Aerospace System Safety Engineer with the U.S. Department of Defense. He was the sixth child of...
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