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Rosanna M. Lujan

Rosanna M. Lujan

Jun 7, 2024

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Rosanna M. Lujan, 79, a resident of Gardena, California and formerly of Chimayo, New Mexico passed away peacefully on April 28, 2024.  She was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Moises Lujan, Jr., her parents, Jose Elias and Maria Vasquez, her in-laws, Moises Lujan, Sr. and Magdalena Lujan, her sister, Lourdes Garcia, her sisters-in-law Jeannie M....

Luis Valdez

Luis Valdez

Jun 6, 2024

Luis E. Valdez, 87, passed away on June 6, 2024, with his loving family at his bedside.  Luis was born on February 24,1937, in Alison, Colorado, to Solomon and Benita Valdez. He is preceded in death by his wife, Edna; parents, Solomon and Benita Valdez; sisters, Phyllis Gomez and Virginia Gallegos; brothers, Solomon Jr., Don, and Bernardo Valdez; granddaughter, Shayna...

Ryan Wells

Ryan Wells

Jun 5, 2024

Ryan Wells, a life-long resident of New Mexico, passed unexpectedly on June 5, 2024. He was a loving husband, stepfather, son, and friend to all. Ryan will be dearly missed by his wife, Rheanna Hastey; stepsons, Donovan and Orrin Butler; parents, Ronald and Diana Wells; sister and brother-in-law, Wendy and Urban Hill; and three nephews, Dylan (Kaylee) Russell, Christian, and...

Peter Chavez

Peter Chavez

Jun 4, 2024

Peter James Chavez, age 47, passed away peacefully at home, on Tuesday, June 4th, 2024. Peter is at peace and no longer hurting. 

 

Peter was preceded in death by his brother Patrick Chavez Sr., loving Aunt Joann DeAguero, and Maternal grandparents Alberto and Rosita DeHerrera. Paternal grandparents Hipolito and Griselda Chavez, Uncle Romolo DeHerrera, Madrina Marie DeHerrera, Uncles Raymond Wheeler Sr., and Genaro Rodriguez....

Mary Vigil

Mary Vigil

Jun 3, 2024

Mary Vigil was born January 7, 1958, in Cordova, NM. She passed away on June 3, 2024, following a lengthy illness. 

Mary was preceded in death by her parents Saiz & Ermelinda Trujillo; her brother Oliveo Trujillo; sisters, Beverly Montoya and Dora Solis. Mary also known as Maria will be remembered for her big heart, her many friends, and for always...

Alice R. Martinez

Alice R. Martinez

Jun 2, 2024

Alice R. Martinez, 88, Beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, Sister and Friend passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2024.

Alice was born to Enrique and Victoriana Rodriguez on August 23, 1935, in Espanola, New Mexico.  After graduating from Espanola High School in 1954, she began her beautiful life’s journey filled with family she cherished and lifelong friendships.

On June 21, 1958, Alice married...

Ercilia Trujillo

Ercilia Trujillo

Jun 2, 2024

Ercilia G. Trujillo, 83, it is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our mother, grandmother and sister, aunt who passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2024. 

Ercilia spent many years of her life counseling and praying for many people.  She shared her passion was to meet new people and pray with them.

Ercilia was preceded in death by her husband...

Trent Nicholas Greene

Trent Nicholas Greene

Jun 2, 2024

Trent Nicholas Greene of Lindrith, NM, passed away on June 2, 2024, at 18. Trent was born to Roy and Veronica Greene on October 20, 2005. He is survived by his father Roy, mother Veronica, brother Troy, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He is preceded in death by his grandfather Alcario, his aunt Eva, his Papa Robert, and his uncle RD.

 

Trent had a great passion for sports. You could always spot Trent out because...

LeRoy Martinez

LeRoy Martinez

May 31, 2024

Our beloved LeRoy Martinez entered this world on June 7, 1981, in Los Alamos, NM, and tragically left us on May 31, 2024, at the age of 42, surrounded by his family.

LeRoy will be loved and greatly missed by all who knew him. He was a spiritual man who loved our Lord. His legacy of love and kindness will live...

Reymundo "Ray" Dupree

Reymundo "Ray" Dupree

May 31, 2024

Reymundo “Ray” W. Dupree passed away on May 31, 2024 after a sudden illness.  Ray was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and friend which is well known by those who knew and loved him. As a husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, he did a commendable and outstanding job.

To say that Ray Dupree was a great basketball...

Rubella Trujillo

Rubella Trujillo

May 31, 2024

Rubella Trujillo was born on November 12, 1960, in Española, New Mexico. Date of death is still unknown at her home in Española, New Mexico alone. Rubella was preceded in death by her father and mother Benedicto and Eva Montoya, maternal grandparents Gambino and Magdalena Chavez, paternal grandparents Nestor and Juanita Montoya, husband Gilbert Trujillo , nephew Desi Mascarenas, uncle Luis Montoya,...

Paul B. Lujan

Paul B. Lujan

May 31, 2024

Paul B. Lujan, a lifelong resident of Española, NM, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2024.

 

Paul was born in Española, NM, on July 9, 1929, to Jacobo and Juanita Lujan. He was one of nine children. Raised by his grandmother, Pablita Lujan, and his aunt, Elisaida (Lala) Lujan, in Santo Niño, Paul maintained a close relationship with his parents and...

Joseph Montoya

Joseph Montoya

May 31, 2024

Joseph D. Montoya, 75 of Cebolla, NM, passed away on May 31, 2024.

Joseph was preceded in death by his wife Loretta Montoya of 35 years.  Both his parents Delfin and Eliria Montoya; brothers-in-law Pete Lucero and Noberto Serrano.

Joseph is survived by his two sons, Johnny Montoya (Juanita) and Ray Montoya (Veronica); two daughters, Sarah Archuleta (Jerry), and Christina Nelson (Phil);...

Helen Rael Lehman

Helen Rael Lehman

May 29, 2024

Helen Rael Lehman, 79, a long-time resident of Los Alamos, NM, passed away peacefully with loved ones at her home on Wednesday, May 29, 2024. 

Helen's loving spirit can be seen in the lives she has touched, including her family, friends, and those in need. Everyone who knows her will miss Helen's beautiful smile, quick witty humor and her warm embrace....

Elizabeth Connors

Elizabeth Connors

May 28, 2024

Elizabeth Inez Connors (Serrano), passed away peacefully on May 28, 2024, at her home in Canjilon, NM.  Inez was born on January 9, 1954.  She was a lifelong resident of Santa Fe, NM, and currently lived in her beautiful home that her and her partner Reyes built in Canjilon, NM.

In life, Inez touched the hearts of many with her kindness...

James Hyder

James Hyder

May 27, 2024

James “Jim” Hyder, age 91, of Los Alamos, NM, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2024. 

James was preceded in death by his wife Joni Hyder and son David Hyder. 

He is survived by his daughters Carol Leon and Kristi Lynn Cardin; his two step-sons Mark and Matthew Wachter; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, granddaughters, grandson and great grandchildren. 

No services will...

Martin D. Lujan

Martin D. Lujan

May 26, 2024

Martin David Lujan, 59, a life long resident of San Pedro, NM, born on February 1, 1965, took his last breath on May 25, 2024, exactly where he would have wanted to be, right outside his childhood home in San Pedro, NM. 

Martin was preceded in death by his parents, Orlando and Josephine Lujan; siblings: Cecilia, Adrian, Manuel, Gerard and Mark.

He...

Marcia Kay Richardson

Marcia Kay Richardson

May 26, 2024

Marcia Kay Richardson

3/23/1936 - 5/26/2024

Marcia Richardson (Clapper) was born March 23, 1936, to Lawrence and Hazel Clapper in Hopewell, Pennsylvania.  As the youngest of three sisters, Marcia was raised as a small child on a small farm in Yellow Creek, PA.  In the early 1940’s her father took a job as an electrician in the Kerr-McGee steel mill and the...

Ramoncita Garcia

Ramoncita Garcia

May 26, 2024

Ramoncita Garcia, 91, born in El Guache and a lifelong resident of Medanales, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 25, 2024. 

Ramoncita was preceded in death by her husband Jose; “Primo” Ben Garcia Jr.; daughter Joy Garcia-Moya; and son Gerald Garcia.

Ramoncita is survived by her children: Rita (Carlos) Salazar, Dorothy (Angelo) Jimenez, Gene (Linda) Garcia, Ramon (Georgiana) Garcia, Susan (Gene) Garcia,...

Patricia Quintana

Patricia Quintana

May 25, 2024

Patricia Quintana, 71, of Pojoaque Pueblo, NM, passed away peacefully at home May 25, 2024.She was preceded in death by her parents Patricio and Mary D. Quintana; Godparents Juan and Petra Gutierrez and her brothers Mark and Alvin Duran.Patricia is survived by her children Jon Patric Baros and Nicolle Baros (Bevjan); Grandchildren Jaysin and Lovely Baca Godchildren; Charles Quintana, Julian...

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