Michael "Slim" - Age 62 - Chamita - Sanchez
Apr 29, 2010
Michael “Slim” Sanchez, Age 62, a resident of Chamita, passed away on Thursday, April 29, 2010. Michael was a fun loving person and an excellent guitarist, who with his brothers, Paul and Leo formed “The Del-Reys”. He was also a hair stylist for many years. He was well known and had many friends. He will be greatly missed along with...
Leopoldo - Age 94 - Esquibel
Apr 27, 2010
Fortified with the Sacraments of the Holy Mother Church, Leopoldo Esquibel transitioned from time here on earth to eternity with the Lord. He died peacefully with his family around him. He was 94. He is preceded in death by his parents, Max and Emilia Esquibel, his sister Mary Swartz, and a special uncle and aunt, Rev. Alfonso V. and Ada...
Amanda - Age 16 - Alcalde/Arroyo Seco Valdez
Apr 25, 2010
AMANDA N. VALDEZ, 16, a resident of Alcalde and Arroyo Seco, passed away on Sunday, April 25, 2010 following a lengthy illness. She was preceded in death by her brother, Adrian J. Valdez; great-grandmothers, Ercilia Mollohan and Juliana G. Trujillo; maternal grandparents, Elizario “Joe” Armijo and Tranquilino and Rose Armijo and paternal grandfather, Juan Valdez. Amanda attended Española Valley High...
Paul - Age 62 - Santa Fe Vigil
Apr 25, 2010
PAUL ROGELIO VIGIL, 62, a resident of Santa Fe, passed away on Sunday, April 25, 2010 following a sudden illness. He was a US Veteran during Vietnam Era and a member of the United Rural Route Carriers Union and retired from the US Postal Services after 30 years of service. He was a graduate of St. Michael’s High School and...
Elvira V. - Age 86 - Espanola - Maez
Apr 25, 2010
Elvira V. Maez, age 86, a resident of Espanola passed away on Sunday, Apirl 25, 2010 following a short illness. She was preceded in death by her mother, Timie Vigil; father, Delfido Vigil; step-mother, Adela Vigil; sister-in-law, Mary Vigil; brother, Samuel Vigil; sisters, Francis Jaramillo and Soraida Trujillo. Elvira had a beautiful garden, was a great cook and enjoyed composing...
John - Age 46 - Gonzales
Apr 24, 2010
John Gonzales, Age 46, born on August 1, 1963 passed away suddenly on Saturday, April 24, 2010. He is preceded in death by his mother, Lucy Gonzales; grandparents, Ambrosio Gonzales and Leocadia Gonzales. He is survived by his father, Octaviano Gonzales; daughter, Miranda Gonzales; sisters, Shirley Cordova, Jessie Schmitt, Mary Rose, Cordy and Lucille Gonzales and Bertha O’Keefe; brothers, Joe...
Jose - Age - 68 - Hernandez Lopez
Apr 24, 2010
JOSE ADAN “CHINA” LOPEZ, 68, a resident of Hernandez and formerly of Chamisal, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 24, 2010 following a lengthy illness. He was preceded in death by his wife, Rosie Lopez; parents, Jose Adan and Regina Lopez; son-in-law, Lemie Gonzalez and nephew, David Sanchez. Jose enjoyed woodworking, making picture frames and other gadgets that his grandsons...
Ernestine - Age 92 - Espanola - Montoya
Apr 23, 2010
Ernestine Montoya, 92, former resident of Espanola and Albuquerque, NM died April 23, 2010 in Peoria, AZ. Born and raised in South Central Colorado, she moved to New Mexico with her family in the late 1930’s. She is survived by 4 children, Pauline Montoya-Bowman of Kauai, HI, David Montoya and wife Judy, from Surprise, AZ, Tommy Montoya from Espanola, NM...
Angela - Age 66 - La Puebla Jaramilllo
Apr 23, 2010
ANGELA B. JARAMILLO, 66, a resident of La Puebla, passed away on Friday, April 23, 2010 following a lengthy illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Demecio and Maria Baca; sister, Patsy Garica; twin sons, Raul and Bernardo; son-in-law, Richard Garcia. Angela enjoyed fishing, gardening, dancing polka, the outdoors and loved to cook for her family. She was...
Mary G. - Age 95 - Santa Clara Pueblo - Cain
Apr 22, 2010
MARY G. CAIN, 95, a resident of Santa Clara Pueblo, passed away on Thursday, April 22, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Cain Sr. and sons, William “Billy” Cain Jr. and Warren Cain. She was an award winning potter and most recent recipient of the S.W.A.I.A., a lifetime achievement award. She taught her children and grandchildren...
Inez - Age 70 - Tierra Amarilla Garcia
Apr 22, 2010
INEZ “INNIE” GARCIA, 70, a resident of Tierra Amarilla, passed away on Thursday, April 22, 2010 following a brief illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Alberto and Eufemia Garcia; sister, Maria Luisa; brother, Eddie Garcia; nephew, Ricky Garcia and sister-in-law, Odelia Garcia. She was a lifelong resident of Tierra Amarilla. She was a devout catholic and a...
Bruce D. - Age 25 - Medanales - Mondragon
Apr 22, 2010
Bruce D. Mondragon, age 25 of Medanales, was called home on Thursday, April 22, 2010 following injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Alfonso Cordova Sr.; paternal step-grandfathers, Freddy Cata and Juan Mondragon; brother-in-law, Kevin Martinez. He is survived by his wife and best friend, Edwina Mondragon; his two handsom sons, Juanito...
Thomas A. - Age 43 - Abiquiu - Rivera
Apr 21, 2010
THOMAS A. RIVERA, 43, a resident of Abiquiu, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 21, 2010. He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Martinez-Rivera; mother, Mary C. Rivera-Ortiz; nephew who was like a son, Timothy J. Rivera; father, Fidel Rivera Sr.; God-father, Vidal Martinez; grandparents, Alberto and Juanita Martinez and Alberto Rivera. Tommy was currently employed at the...
Patricia - Age 36 - Abiquiu Martinez-Rivera
Apr 21, 2010
PATRICIA D. MARTINEZ-RIVERA, 36, a resident of San Pedro, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 21, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband, Tommy Rivera; father of her children, Donald Gallegos; biological father, Patrick Martinez; step-father, David T. Martinez; brother, Estevan Martinez and maternal grandparents, Pete and Sofie Diaz. Patricia attended McCurdy School and was a gifted poet....
Celestino - Age 89 - Truchas - Sandoval
Apr 20, 2010
Celestino Sandoval passed away in Grants, New Mexico on Tuesday April 20, 2010 surrounded by his family. Celestino was born on May 30, 1920 and raised in Truchas, New Mexico to Francisco and Candelaria Sandoval. In the early years of Celestino’s life he joined the U.S. Army and proudly served his country during the World War II conflict. He was...
Margaret - Age 83 - Ohkay Owingeh Archuleta
Apr 19, 2010
MARGARET M. ARCHULETA, 83, a resident of Ohkay Owingeh, passed away on Monday, April 19, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Archuleta; parents, Amarante and Rosalia Montoya. She retired from the Española School District and Ohkay Owingeh Casinio. She was a member of the Catholic Church and a loving mother and grandmother. Mrs. Archuleta is survived...
Virginia - Age 89 - El Rito - Gonzales
Apr 19, 2010
Virginia Gonzales, age 89, was called home by the Lord as she was surrounded by her family on Monday, April 19, 2010. Virginia was a life long resident of El Rito. She is preceded in death by her parents, Abenicio and Piedad Baldonado; son, Raymond; her husband of 62 years, Frank Gonzales; grandchildren, Kimberly, Melissa, Kendal Gonzales and Mary Lynn...
Robert - Age 61 - Los Ojos Knox
Apr 19, 2010
ROBERT KNOX, 61, a resident of Los Ojos, passed away on April 19, 2010 as a result of a heart attack. He was preceded in death by his parents; Franklin L. Knox Jr. and Jeanne Wadsworth Knox. Robert was an Asian Art Consultant, Appraiser, Interior Decorator, Sierra Club Member, Member of the American Association of Museums. He was a lover...
Jose - Courtesy Announcement Maestas
Apr 18, 2010
DR. JOSE ELIJIO MAESTAS, 77, a resident of Sacramento, California, passed away on Sunday, April 18, 2010. He was preceded in death by his sons, Leonard and Sam. Jose was a native of Vallecitos, New Mexico. He served in the US Army from 1950 to 1951 and has lived in Sacramento since 1974. He retired as a Clinical Psychologist after...
Annabelle - Age 80 - Los Alamos O'Shea
Apr 18, 2010
ANNABELLE A. O’SHEA, 80, a resident of Los Alamos, passed away on Sunday, April 18, 2010. She was a member of the Los Alamos Women’s Golf Association; she was an avid golfer, skier, enjoyed tennis and a life member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. O’Shea is survived by her husband, Melvin O’Shea of Los Alamos; daughters, Renee Randolph and husband...
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