Jose O. - Age 79 - Rio Chama Martinez
Sep 19, 2010
Jose Orlando Martinez, 79, a resident of Rio Chama, went home to be with our Lord on Sunday, September 19, 2010 following a brief illness. He was preceded in death by his parents Fidel and Adelina Martinez; brother, Clotario Martinez; brother-in-law, Medardo Gallegos; and some nieces and nephews. Jose is survived by his wife of 43 yrs. Lucy Martinez of...
Jose Adan - Age 70 - Ojo Caliente Garcia Jr.
Sep 17, 2010
Jose Adan Garcia Jr. “Laddie”, age 70 a resident of Ojo Caliente, passed away on Friday, September 17, 2010 peacefully with his family by his side. He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Garcia; son, Melvin and wife Dorothy; father and mother, Adan and Tita Garcia; sister, Martha Mae Martinez; and father-in-law Carlos Ortega Sr. Adan was a...
Brenice - Age 89 - Santa Fe Valdez
Sep 17, 2010
Brenice R. Valdez, 89, a resident of Santa Fe passed away on Friday, September 17, 2010. She was an educator in Northern New Mexico for 40 years teaching in Penasco, El Rito and Espanola. Brenice retired from teaching in 1982, and lived in Santa Fe until her death. She is survived by her children: Joseph B. Valdez III and wife...
Ernestine - Age 80 - Nambe Trujillo
Sep 16, 2010
Ernestine Trujillo, 80, lifelong resident of Nambe passed away on Thursday, September 16, 2010. Ernestine was a cook for the Pojoaque Valley Schools for over 30 years, and was affectionately known as grandma. She was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Nambe. Ernestine loved gardening and was always happy to care for her garden. She was preceded...
Diane - Age 48 - Canjilon Leyba
Sep 16, 2010
DIANE LEYBA, 48, a resident of Canjilon, passed away on Thursday, September 16, 2010. She was preceded in death by her beloved father, Tobias Leyba; beloved brothers, Hipolito I, Hipolito II, Richard and Guadalupe Leyba; grandparents, Narciso and Antonia Martinez and Manuel and Philadelphia Leyba. Diane was born in Parkview. She graduated from Escalante High School in 1980 and attended...
Alicia T. - Española Serna
Sep 15, 2010
Alicia T. Serna - passed away peacefully in her home early Wednesday morning, September 15, 2010 surrounded by her children and grandchildren. Alicia, a recognized resident of Espanola, was known for her style and her grace. She was an outspoken woman, who was passionate about her family. Proud of her Chimayo heritage, Alicia frequently referred to herself as a “Chimayosa,”...
Elizabeth - Age 85 - Los Alamos Emigh
Sep 15, 2010
ELIZABETH (BISH) EMIGH, 85, a resident of Los Alamos, passed away peacefully holding her husband’s hand at her home on Wednesday, September 15, 2010. She was preceded in death by her parents, Howard and Vivian Bish. Elizabeth was a member of the American Association of University Women. In Ohio State she was a member of the Delta Delta Delta Sorority....
Sabiniano - Age 93 - Canones Lovato
Sep 12, 2010
Sabiniano Lovato, 93, a resident of Canones passed away on Sunday, September 12, 2010. He was preceded in death by his parents, Francisco Lovato and Fernanda Ortega; son, Joe Ulibarri; brother, Emilio Tito Lovato; sister, Rose Nava; brother-in-law, Stan Nava; Patrick Vargas, Shawn Trujillo, Martin Lizama, Bobby Salazar; Nephew, Francis Xavier Nava. Sabiniano is survived by his wife of 61...
Jack - Age 82 Markham
Sep 11, 2010
Jack R. Markham, 82, passed away on Saturday, September 11, 2010. Jack was a life member of American Legion, Veteran’s of Foreign War. He was a U.S. Marine and served in WWII, Fraternal order of the Eagle, Life member of the Los Alamos Fire Brigade. Jack enjoyed life, fishing, boating, hunting and the outdoors. He was an avid gardener and...
Leroy - Age 64 - Santa Fe Benavidez
Sep 10, 2010
Leroy Benavidez – Age 64 – a of Santa Fe passed away on Friday, September 10, 2010 after a courageous battle with cancer. Leroy was an avid football fan, always ready to cheer on his favorite team, The San Francisco 49ers. Leroy embraced life in all that he did. He never took for granted the simple pleasures and always greeted...
Jerome N. - Age 29 - Sanchez
Sep 8, 2010
Jerome N. Sanchez, 29, of Lyden passed away on September 8, 2010, is now resting peacefully in Gods arms. Jerome was a very loving and caring person. He will truly be missed by all his family and friends. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Antonio and Sarita Sanchez; uncle, Leandro Sanchez; godmother & Aunt, Rita Dominguez; uncle,...
Fidel - Age 87 - Truchas Lopez
Sep 8, 2010
Fidel Lopez, 87, a lifelong resident of Truchas passed on Wednesday, September 8, 2010 at home. Fidel was born to Nicudemos and Pasqualita Lopez on April 25, 1923. Fidel was employed by Zia Company in Los Alamos for 21 years as a laborer and foramen. He also worked for St Michael’s High School as a maintenance supervisor at the Jemez...
Jose "Chopo" Maria Jr. - Age 37 - L Abeyta
Sep 7, 2010
Jose “Chopo” Maria Abeyta Jr., 37, a resident of Los Brazos passed away on Tuesday, September 7, 2010. Chopo was raised in Los Brazos and was a 1991 graduate of Escalante High School. He was an avid Dallas Cowboy fan, who also enjoyed hunting, fishing, horse racing and spending time with his close friends. He was well known amongst many...
Mary Alice - Age 75 - Glorieta Lobato
Sep 6, 2010
Mary Alice Lobato, 75 – Born on April 3, 1935 and passed away on Monday, September 6, 2010, surrounded by family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; Nazario Sr. and Maria Dalton Garcia; husband, Joseph M. Lobato; brother, Nazario Garcia Jr.; sisters, Josephine Garcia, Vangie Gonzales. Alice is survived by her sisters, Percy Salmeron, Delfinia Bowles,...
Janis Fern - Age 72 - Los Alamos Builta
Sep 4, 2010
Janis Fern Builta 72, of White Rock, passed away September 4th at home after a long struggle with illness. Present were Lee, her husband of 50 years; son Charles Lee Builta, and sister Joyce Collins. She is also survived by daughter Kerry Anne Forbes and son-in-law Thomas F. Forbes; grandchildren Zjael, Skyler and Kyle; as well as brother Gordon Stephens...
Frances M. - Age 88 - Los Pachecos Martinez
Sep 4, 2010
Frances M. Martinez, 88, a lifelong resident of Los Pachecos, was carried to God in the early morning hours of Sept. 4 by her beloved Guardian Angel. Frances drove a school bus for the Espanola Schools for 28 years. For most of her adult life she took great pride in caring for her beloved St. Anne's Catholic Church in Los...
Juan David - Age 23 - Arroyo Seco Sanchez
Sep 3, 2010
Juan David Sanchez beloved son of Lorenzo and Geraldine Sanchez passed away unexpectedly Friday September 3rd in Chamita NM. Juan was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Julia Sanchez, fraternal Great grandmother, Rosita DeHerrera whom he loved dearly, and numerous relatives and friends. He is survived by his parents Lorenzo and Geraldine of Arroyo Seco, NM, Grandparents, David and...
Esequiel P. - Age 84 Trujillo
Sep 3, 2010
Esequiel P. Trujillo, Age 84 – A resident of Chimayo passed away on Friday, September 3, 2010. He was preceded in death by his parents Benino & Eluteria, wife Erminda Martinez Trujillo, Sister, Adonaisa, brothers Rodolfo, Florentino, Dionicio Trujillo, Grandson Joey Trujillo, and granddaughter Criss Ann Trujillo. He was a Rancher who loved taking care of his horses and all...
Roxanne M. - Age 29 - Española Romero-Chacon
Sep 2, 2010
Roxanne M. Romero-Chacon born July 10th, 1981 passed away unexpectedly due to an automobile accident September 2, 2010 at the age of 29. A resident of Espanola N.M. she is survived by her husband Adrian Chacon, son Raul Romero14, daughters, Kianna and Nevaeh Romero ages 3 and 2. Her mother; Anna Serrano of Espanola and father, Andrew Romero also of...
Sulema V. - Age 87 - Santa Fe Cavallo
Sep 2, 2010
Sulema V Cavallo age 87, a long time resident of Santa Fe and currently residing in Bowling Green Kentucky, completed her journey in this life on Thursday September 2, 2010. She was preceded in death by her parents Lucia & Jose E. Valdez her husband Celio Cavallo, brothers Jose Ramon, Bernardino, and Daniel Valdez. Mother-in-law Presciliana Salazar and brother- in-law...
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