Clifford Carl
Dec 23, 2025
Cliff Carl passed away surrounded by love, leaving behind a family who will forever cherish his memory. He was a devoted husband, a loving father, and a steady presence to those who knew him.
Cliff is survived by his wife, Donna Carl, and his son, Chad Carl, both of whom were the center of his life. He took great pride in...
Pauline Garcia
Dec 22, 2025
Pauline Lillian Sanchez Jacquez
July 24, 1941 – December 22, 2025
Age: 84
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Pauline Lillian Sanchez Jacquez, who passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones on December 22, 2025 at the age of 84.
Pauline was born on July 24, 1941 in Gallina, New Mexico, to Miguel Sanchez and Elena...
Maggie Griego
Dec 22, 2025
Maggie Griego, 82, of Dixon, New Mexico, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on December 22, 2025. She was born on November 6, 1943, to Jose and Eugenia Duran of Chimayó.
Maggie was a devoted wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Her life reflected a deep devotion to family. Maggie radiated warmth, love, and joy to those she encountered...
Randal "Randy" Sanchez
Dec 21, 2025
Randy Sanchez, 65, a resident of La Villita, passed away on Sunday, December 21st, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his parents Avelino and Mary Frances Sanchez, brothers Michael and Andrew Sanchez.
Randy was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend who loved to spend time with his family and in the mountains. He had a love and a unique...
Daniel Ray Roybal
Dec 19, 2025
It is with shattered hearts that we announce the passing of Daniel Ray Roybal, who was called home on Friday, December 19, 2025. Daniel was born on October 3, 1984, to Henry I. Roybal and Amelia Roybal.
Daniel was—and will always be—a truly special person who radiated kindness, care, and love as a father, son, uncle, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, and...
Modesto S. Martinez
Dec 19, 2025
Modesto Martinez, 99, a resident of Riverside, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, December 19, 2025.
Modesto was born in Vallecitos, NM on April 23, 1926, to Salustriano and Juanita Martinez.
Modesto worked with various lumber companies throughout his career. Retiring from Arroyo Seco Builder Supply Company. His jobs ranged from hauling logs out of the mountain to the sawmills, milling...
Leiala Ewaliko
Dec 15, 2025
Leiala Rose Ewaliko
February 3rd 1935 - December 15, 2025
In life Leiala was born a country girl, raised in Hilo, Hawaii by Rose and James Wilia. Her family moved to Oahu and she became the city girl for most of her life. She remembered as a little girl, heading to school and looking to the sky to see these planes with...
Ramoncita Vigil-Chavez
Dec 15, 2025
Ramoncita Vigil Chavez, a woman of deep compassion, strength, and adventure, was born on January 4, 1937, in Española, New Mexico, to Celestino and Senaida Vigil. She was raised in Española and El Guache alongside her seven brothers and sisters, growing up in a close-knit family that shaped her lifelong devotion to service and community.
From an early age, Ramoncita stood...
Fermin Romero
Dec 15, 2025
Fermin Romero Sr. 88, of Ojo Caliente, NM, passed away peacefully on December 15, 2025, after a lengthy illness.
Fermin is survived by his wife Virginia Romero and five children, Stella, Cathy, Terri, Jeanette, and Fermin Jr. many grandchildren, and great grandchildren.
Fermin worked for the Zia Company and Los Alamos National Labor-atory for many years, with janitorial services.
He enjoyed his many animals...
Nikki Baum Ashlock
Dec 15, 2025
Nikki Baum Ashlock, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 15, 2025.
Living in Española, New Mexico, Nikki was known for her strength, resilience, and determination, as well as her warmth and the joy she brought into every room. She faced life with courage and a steady heart, always standing firmly for the people she loved.
Nikki was...
Ermila Ramoz
Dec 14, 2025
In Loving Memory of Ermila Ramoz
January 26, 1936 – December 14, 2025
Ermila Ramoz, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on December 14, 2025 at the age of 89 in Espanola, New Mexico. Born in Sonora, Texas, on January 26, 1936, Ermila was raised in Carrizo Springs by her devoted parents, Andres and Manuela Salazar, alongside her three brothers...
Louella Salazar
Dec 13, 2025
Heaven welcomed a new angel when Louella “Lulu” Salazar left this world on December 13, 2025. Born on January 23, 1966 in Santa Fe at the Cradle Home, Lulu graduated from New Mexico School for the Deaf, where her love for arts and crafts was nurtured. Her senior photo appeared in Vogue Magazine, and she received her diploma from Governor...
Robert John Seeds
Dec 13, 2025
Robert John Seeds, 72, a lifelong resident of Española, New Mexico, passed away on December 13, 2025, surrounded by his family.
Robert was born and raised in the Española Valley and dedicated his life to serving his community. After graduating high school, he worked alongside his father in the family body shop. He went on to successfully own and operate Robert’s...
Merejildo V. Ortega
Dec 13, 2025
It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing into eternal life of Merejildo V. Ortega 92, on December 13, 2025. Merejildo was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, friend, and dedicated Veteran. He was born in Cundiyo to Anastacio and Grabielita Ortega and was a life long resident of Chimayo. He married his loving...
Peter Maestas
Dec 12, 2025
Peter Joe Maestas, age 62, of Chili, NM, passed away peacefully after a short illness with his family at his side on December 12, 2025.
Peter was preceded in death by his father Jose Pete Maestas; grandparents Jose and Teodorita Salazar, Enrique Maestas and Adelina Maestas; niece Krisanne Salazar; uncle Salomon Salazar and his wife Flora; aunt Cleo Lopez and her...
Luis Trujillo
Dec 12, 2025
Luis Trujillo, age 67, a resident of Española, New Mexico, passed away on December 12, 2025, and is now with the Lord.
Luis was a beloved dad, grandpa, brother, uncle, great-uncle, and friend. He was surrounded by family at the time of his passing and is now reunited with his mother, Agueda (“Aggie”) Trujillo, his father, Anselmo Trujillo, and his nephew,...
Maria Salazar
Dec 12, 2025
Maria S. Salazar, 78 resident of Hernandez, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on December 12, 2025, surrounded by her family.
Maria was born in Chili, New Mexico, and raised in Mesa de Poleo. Maria loved to cook for everyone who stopped by to visit with her. Sopapillas, tortillas, beans and green chili were her favorite things to cook. She also enjoyed...
Adela Martinez
Dec 12, 2025
Adela Martinez, 92, a resident of Canjilon, NM, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 12, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
She was preceded in death by her parents Enrique and Gomicinda Baca; her husband Eraldo Martinez; her daughter, Elena Martinez; her sons, Nobert, Leonard, Matthew, and Felipe Martinez; her brothers, Filigonio Baca, Enrique Baca Jr., and Aquilino Baca; her sisters,...
Jazmin Ramirez
Dec 11, 2025
Jazmin Ramirez, 20, of Los Alamos, NM, passed away on December 11, 2025.
A Public Viewing will be on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at 5:30 pm at DeVargas Funeral Home in Espanola, NM, with Rosary to follow at 6:00 pm.
Mass of Christian Burial will be on Friday, December 19, 2025, at 11:00 am at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in...
