Arthur Martinez
Jul 8, 2025
Courtesy Announcement
Arthur Martinez born September 18, 1957, in San Fernando, CA, passed from a lifelong illness on July 8, 2025, in the family home.
He is preceded in death by his parents Mariano & Socorro (Fernandez) Martinez; brothers Polo, Sylvino & Mario; and compadre Jamie Comaduran.
Survived by daughter Lauren (Max) and grandson Miles; son Joseph (Toby) and grandchildren Mia, Charlie, Joseph...
Joey G. Medina
Jul 7, 2025
Joey G. Medina, 61, a resident of Alcalde, NM, was called to Eternal life on Monday, July 7, 2025. He was born on August 29 1963 in San Luis, CO.
Joey was preceded in death by his parents Joe E. and Teresa Medina from Alcalde, NM; grandparents Lino Jr and Leonarda Trujillo from Costilla, NM, and Sarapio Medina Sr. and Escolastica Medina from...
Marina Valdez Martinez
Jul 5, 2025
Marina Valdez Martinez
Marina Valdez Martinez, 85, a resident of Nambe, NM, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at her home. Marina was born on January 21, 1940.
She was preceded in death by her parents Jose Inez Valdez and Esquipula Rivera; sisters Celia and (Flaviano Herrera), Ruperta and (Teafilo Lopez), Amelia and (Emiterio Vigil) and Elma Ortega; brothers Bernadio and...
Erlinda Sanchez
Jul 5, 2025
Erlinda Marie Torres Sanchez, cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, tía, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2025 at the age of 100.
Erlinda was born in Jerome, Arizona, on November 26, 1924, and raised in Ohkay Owingeh. Despite the hardships brought on by the Great Depression, Erlinda spoke fondly of her time in Ohkay Owingeh, telling her family stories about...
Loretta Salazar
Jul 4, 2025
Loretta M. Salazar
d.July 4th, 2025
Loretta M. Salazar passed away peacefully on July 4th, 2025. Born at Presbyterian Hospital, Espanola, NM, July 24th, 1980.
She was preceded in death by her father Lawrence A. Salazar and her son Jerome Chavez.
Loretta is survived by her three sons, Adrian Chavez, Joshua Chavez, & Joseph Martinez; mother Mary Ann Martinez and step-father Jose Martinez; sister...
Melissa Griego
Jul 4, 2025
Melissa (Missy) J. Griego passed away peacefully on July 4, 2025. Born at Taos Holy Cross Hospital, Taos, NM, on July 4, 1975.
She was preceded in death by her parents Orphelita Gurulé, Octavio Griego; maternal grandparents Bernabe and Manuelita Gurulé and paternal grandparents Teodoro and Evangelina Griego.
Missy is survived by her brothers Marcus, Michael (Tiffany), Santiago, Wilfred; nephews and nieces Jonah...
Gerald Lynn Aguilar
Jul 3, 2025
Gerald Lynn Aguilar
August 4, 1962 – July 3, 2025
Gerald Lynn Aguilar, 62, beloved son, brother and father died peacefully on July 3, 2025, at the family home in Ohkay Owingeh, NM.
Gerald Lynn’ spiritual context involved reading and reflecting on inspiring scriptures, praying and connecting with his higher power, and practicing forgiveness and letting go of resentment. He possessed inner fortitude, resilience...
Eloy Rodriguez
Jul 3, 2025
Eloy Rodriguez, of Chamisal, NM, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at the age of 96 at the family home in Chamisal. He was born on September 5, 1928, in Chamisal, NM, to Malaquias Rodriguez and Josefa Arellano.
He grew up in Chamisal and Ojito among 5 brothers and 3 sisters. Eloy enlisted in the...
Juan Manuel Martinez
Jul 3, 2025
In Loving Memory of Manuel Juan Martinez December 16, 1941 – July 3, 2025
Manuel Juan Martinez, age 83, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on Thursday, July 3, 2025. He was born on December 16, 1941, in El Rito, New Mexico.
Manuel was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. He was known for his kind heart, quiet...
Rosina Montoya
Jun 30, 2025
COURTESY ANNOUNCEMENT
Rosina Montoya, 97, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2025, at Scott’s Community Hospice House. She was born on September 12, 1927.
After the passing of her husband Henry, Rosina worked for El Paraqua and Rancho de Chimayo for several years, where she discovered her passion for cooking and became known as the best cook ever. Rosina was a generous...
Ramon Sandoval
Jun 30, 2025
Ramón Louie Sandoval, 54, a resident of Albuquerque, was called to eternal life on Monday, June 30, 2025. He was born on May 14, 1971, in Los Alamos and raised in Las Trampas, New Mexico. He is the youngest of eleven children.
Ramon was a country boy who carried his family’s work ethic and that of many others who live in...
Juan Sandoval
Jun 29, 2025
Juan Sandoval passed away June 29, 2025, in Bernalillo, New Mexico, after a lengthy illness.
He was preceded in death by his wife Carmen Sandoval, father Jose Marcelino Sandoval, mother Mary Sandoval, Brothers Tomas Sandoval, Marcelino Sandoval and sister Rosalia Sandoval, special aunt Luz Valdez and uncle Serafin Valdez and grandson Carlos Hurtado.
He is survived by his sister Laura Besey; brothers Toby...
Audrey Elizabeth Kenyon
Jun 29, 2025
Audrey Elizabeth Kenyon peacefully passed onward and upward while surrounded by family on 29 June 2025 at the age of 91.
Audrey was born in Casper Wyoming in January of 1934, to her parents Harold Jefferson Masters and Hildegarde Agnes Waechter. Her Father died unexpectedly two years later and her mother moved her family to Glendale California to be closer to...
Sadie Martinez
Jun 29, 2025
COURTESY ANNOUNCEMENT
Sadie L Martinez, age 64, of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully on June 29th, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on October 24, 1960, in Embudo, NM, Sadie was the beloved daughter of George and Clara Montoya. She graduated from Espanola High School in 1978 and went on to earn a Bachelor’s degree in education from the College of Santa...
Joseph Arturo Gallegos
Jun 28, 2025
Joseph “Levi” Gallegos, a cherished member of his family and community, passed away unexpectedly at age 80, on June 28, 2025. He was born on June 4, 1945, in Espanola, New Mexico.
He was preceded in death by his mother Socorro Gallegos, grandmother Deluvina Mascarenas, and son Christopher Martinez.
He is survived by his beloved wife Maria “Lora” of 50 years, sisters...
Lisa Marie Chavez
Jun 27, 2025
Lisa Marie Chavez, 52, long-time resident of Nambe, NM, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday June 28, 2025. She was born in Santa Fe, NM, on November 18, 1972.
Lisa was preceded in death by her parents Paul Chavez and Francis Benitez, her partner Benny Valdez, daughter Jessica Valdez, father-in-law Bernardino Valdez, mother-in-law Castelita Valdez, brother-in-law Mario Valdez and sister-in-law Patsy Bybee...
Erik Karl Berg Jr
Jun 26, 2025
Erik "Rick" Karl Berg, Jr.
Erik Karl Berg Jr., of Ojo Caliente, NM, passed away on Thursday, June 26, 2025, due to complications related to his multiple sclerosis. He passed just one month after his 64th birthday with his wife by his side.
Rick, as he was affectionately known, relocated from his birthplace in Wilmington, DE to Mount Vernon, WA where he...
Belia Garduño
Jun 26, 2025
Belia E. Garduño, age 96, a lifetime resident of Chimayo, NM, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 26, 2025. She was born on December 4, 1928, to Manuel and Benigna T. Espinoza.
She was preceded in death by her husband Don Garduño; parents Manuel and Benigna Espinoza; sons Bobby and Donnie Garduño and daughter Rosemary Garduño.
She will be greatly missed by...
Lino Salazar
Jun 26, 2025
Lino Salazar
July 30,1961 - June 26, 2025
Lino Salazar, 63, passed away unexpectedly and joined our Heavenly Father on Thursday June 26, 2025. Born and raised in Cañones, NM, Lino was the youngest of 12 brothers and sisters, shaping him into the adventurous, stubborn, fun-loving person many came to know. He loved fishing, hunting, dancing, and most of all, La Sierra....
Michael “Miguel” Maestas
Jun 26, 2025
Courtesy Obituary
Michael Maestas (Miguel ) 50, was called home to the Lord on June 12, 2025. Born on January 14,1975, Miguel was known for his love of fishing and outdoor activities. He found solace and joy in nature.
He is survived by his father, Angelo Maestas (Janice); his mother Cynthia...
Subscribe
Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries
HeartLight offers a variety of support groups, education, resources, and special programming related to grief and loss.
365 Days of Grief Support
Sign up for one year of grief messages designed to offer hope and healing during difficult first year after a loss
