Epifanio Age - 85 Peñasco Pacheco
Mar 27, 2011
Epifanio Pacheco, 85, a resident Peñasco passed away on Sunday, March 27, 2011. He was a lifelong member of the Catholic Church. A World War II United States Marine Veteran, member of the American Legion in California. He enjoyed fishing and working on his land. He was a loving husband for 61 years & a devoted father and grandfather. Epifanio...
Melvin J. Age - 47 Española Lujan
Mar 25, 2011
Melvin J. Lujan, 47, a resident of Espanola passed away on Friday, March 25, 2011. He was preceded in death by his mother, Ferminia Quintana; father, Pedro Lujan; brothers: Leroy Quintana, Abedon Lujan; maternal grandparents: Simon and Florencia Martinez; uncles: Jerry and Tommy Martinez. Melvin is survived by his brother: Gene Quintana and wife Elizabeth from Rawlins, Wyoming, Randy Lujan...
Dennis "Gurnes" - Age 55 - El Guiqu Martinez
Mar 23, 2011
Dennis “Gurnes” Martinez, 55, of El Guique passed away on Wednesday, March 23, 2011 after a short illness. He loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing, camping and swimming. Dennis loved his family dearly. He was preceded in death by his son, Gilbert Martinez. Dennis is survived by his daughters: Melissa Martinez of Phoenix, AZ, Kimberly Garcia and companion Robert of La...
Jeanette - Age 86 - Los Alamos - McEwen
Mar 23, 2011
JEANETTE McEWEN, 86, a resident of Los Alamos passed away after a brief illness on Wednesday, March 23, 2011. She was preceded in death by her husband, James McEwen. Jeannette was born on September 28, 1924 in the family home at Los Angeles, CA. She grew up there, got married, and lived in La Crescenta, CA until July 2010, when...
Socorro Age - 66 Hernandez Mercado-Perez
Mar 23, 2011
Socorro Mercado-Perez, 66, a resident of Hernandez passed away on Wednesday, March 23, 2011 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Socorro was born in Durango, Mexico to Leandro Mercado and Maria Luisa Perez. She loved to spend time watching her novelas and time at the Casinos. Socorro is survived by her children: Juliana Ybarra of Alcalde, Gerardo Sosa...
Mary Jeanne - Age 89 - Los Alamos - Nilsson
Mar 22, 2011
Mary Jeanne Nilsson, a resident of Los Alamos since August of 1945, died peacefully at home on Tuesday, March 22, 2011 at the age of 89 in the presence of her beloved family.\r\nKnown affectionately to many in the community as “MJ,” Mary Jeanne Bolan taught for two years in Russell, Kansas before arriving by train to Lamy, New Mexico in...
Barbara Jean Henry Age - 85 Forrest
Mar 21, 2011
Barbara Jean Henry Forrest, 85, died on March 21, 2011 from complications from Alzheimer’s. She had battled Alzheimer’s Disease for years, and when she got pneumonia and the flu she was not strong enough to fight it. Barbara’s long charmed life was full of love, happiness, relatives and friends. Barbara, the only child of Bill and Lucile Henry was born...
Jeffery Scott Age - 40 Garcia
Mar 21, 2011
Jeffery Scott Garcia, 40, passed away on Monday, March 21, 2011. He was born in Garden City, KS and grew up in Great Bend, KS. Jeffery was a loving husband, father, son, brother & loved by all who knew him. He was a wonderful & amazing artist. He enjoyed 4 wheeling and outdoor sports, a life member of the Catholic...
Mary Madeline Age - 75 San Juan Pueblo Garcia
Mar 19, 2011
Mary M. Garcia 75, a resident of Ohkay Owingeh passed away on Saturday, March 19, 2011, peacefully at home from a lengthy illness. Mary enjoyed to visit the community senior center and loved to go to ceramics and play bingo. She was a very loving woman who cared for everyone and would always lend a hand. In her early years...
Alfred R. Age 44 Santa Fe Martinez
Mar 18, 2011
Alfred R. Martinez, December 22, 1966 to March 18, 2011. The world just lost a truly remarkable and unique young man. Alfred (Fred) was loved and cherished by his family and friends. He was one of a kind, one of the best mechanics Santa Fe could ever find. He touched so many hearts without even knowing the impact he left...
Elvira Age - 78 Chamita Mascareñas
Mar 17, 2011
Elvira Mascareñas, 78, a former resident of Chamita who now resided in Ohkay Owingeh passed away on Thursday, March 17, 2011 after a brief and sudden illness. Elvira was well respected and revered by all that knew her from her days of being a cook at San Juan Elementary in the early 80’s. Her strong Catholic upbringing and faith never...
Lucas - Age 81 - Nambe - Duran
Mar 15, 2011
Lucas Jose Duran, 81, a resident of Nambe passed away on Tuesday, March 15, 2011. Mr. Duran worked for the Pojoaque Public Schools for 20 years. He was preceded in death by his father, Melisendro Duran; mother, Filia Salazar; brother, Jose Duran; Godson, Joey Gerber; father-in-law, Valentin R. Valdez; mother-in-law, Eva O. Valdez; granddaughter, Stephanie Rodriguez; brother-in-law, Andres Sanchez. Lucas...
Rutelio Alejandro Age - 87 Peñasco Martinez
Mar 15, 2011
Rutelio Alejandro Martinez, 87, a resident of Peñasco passed away after a lengthy illness on Tuesday, March 15, 2011. He enjoyed watching TV caring for his family and enjoyed working & going out to the casinos. He loved his family. Rutelio was preceded in death by his sons: Robert Martinez, Alex Martinez Jr.; wife, Estella Martinez; grandson, Earl Trujillo; daughter-in-law,...
Johnny P. - Age 72 - Española - Quintana
Mar 15, 2011
Johnny P. Quintana (JPQ), 72, a resident of Española, born on August 29, 1938 to the late Antonio Celestino Quintana and Maria Eduvigen Valencia, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 15, 2011. He served honorably in the United States Army. His hobbies included picture taking, wood and tin work, painting, fishing, visiting friends and relatives and watching his Denver Broncos....
Carmela Juarez Age - 43 Santa Fe Quintana
Mar 12, 2011
Carmela Juarez Quintana, 43, a resident of Santa Fe formally of Espanola went to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 12, 2011. She was preceded in death by her father, Raymond Lobato; maternal grandparents: Eliazar and Rosa Valdez; paternal grandparents: Elias and Corrine Miera. Carmela is survived by her husband, Joseph Quintana of Santa Fe; mother, Elizabeth Lobato and...
Raymond - Age 38 - Española - Montoya
Mar 12, 2011
RAYMOND “RAY” MONTOYA, 38, a resident of Española, passed away on Saturday, March 12, 2011 following a sudden illness. He was preceded in death by his beloved brother, Robert S. Montoya Jr.; beloved father, Robert (Bobby) Montoya; grandparents, Roman and Rosa Torres (Las Vegas) and Donicio and Maria Montoya (Los Alamos) and aunt, Stella Montoya (Los Alamos). Raymond graduated from...
Joseph - Age 64 - Albuquerque/Dixon - Martinez
Mar 12, 2011
JOSEPH MARTINEZ, 64, a resident of Albuquerque and previously of Dixon, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 12, 2011. Joe listened to Spanish and oldies. He also liked to sing and had a good voice. Joe enjoyed driving his brand new Z28 Camaro car. He enjoyed keeping his cars very clean. He loved his Coca Cola drinks and had a...
Arturo G. Age - 93 El Guique Borrego
Mar 9, 2011
Arturo G. Borrego, 93, a resident of El Guique passed away on Wednesday, March 9, 2011. Arturo was a well known tractor and automotive mechanic. He loved farming and bailing hay. In his early life Arturo was recruited into the CC Camps in Bandelier, where he learned the trade of wood work. He was preceded in death by his wife,...
Delfin Age - 96 La Mesilla Montoya
Mar 9, 2011
Delfin Montoya, 96, a resident of La Mesilla, surrounded by his family was escorted into the presence of His Lord Jesus Christ on Wednesday, March 9, 2011. He was preceded in death by his wife of 74 years, Eliria V. Montoya; parents, Enrique Montoya and Sara Vigil Montoya; brothers: Samuel and Antonio Montoya; sisters: Elosia Roybal and Ernestine Romero; brothers-in-law:...
Inomia - Age 90 - Chama - Chavez
Mar 8, 2011
Inomia Chavez, 90, a resident of Chama, New Mexico passed away on Tuesday, March 8, 2011. She was a homemaker and owner/operator of the Silver Bar in Chama for many years. Inomia loved the outdoors (piñon picking), sewing, weaving and tending to her flowers. She was preceded in death by her husband, Adolfo Chavez; parents, Pedro and Beatriz Montano; sister,...
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