Frances Lujan
Nov 13, 2023
Frances Lujan, 83, passed away peacefully on November 13, 2023. She was a lifelong resident of La Mesa de Poleo. She dedicated her life to her children and grandchildren. She will truly be missed by all.
She is preceded in death by her husband Daniel Lujan, parents Amarante and Emilia G. Martinez, sons Clyde, Joseph, and Derrick Lujan, sister Bohemia...
John B. Trujillo
Nov 12, 2023
John B. Trujillo (88)– Long time resident of Nambe, NM was born in Jaconita, NM on October 16, 1935, and passed away at his home in Nambe, NM surrounded by his family on November 12, 2023, after a lengthy illness.
He was preceded in death by his grandson James A. Ortiz. His parents Pedro Salomon Trujillo and Eloisa R. Trujillo of...
Jose "Joe" Octaviano Gonzales
Nov 11, 2023
Joe O. Gonzales, 66, was born to Octaviano & Lucy Gonzales on July 18, 1957.
Joe worked most of his adult life in the logging industry, he also spent his free time doing projects at home he liked to whittle wood and leather smithing.
Joe is proceeded in death by his parents Octaviano & Lucy Gonzales, paternal grandparents Ambrosio &...
Cristobal Heremerejildo Ortiz
Nov 11, 2023
Cristobal Heremerejildo Ortiz, born on October 4, 1930, to Heremerejildo and Epemenia Ortiz in Truchas, New Mexico, peacefully went home to be with our Lord on November 11, 2023.
Cristobal and his devoted, wife Sabinita, raised three sons and two daughters in Cordova, New Mexico. He served diligently in various capacities, working for the U.S. Army, the Los Alamos School...
Donovan Brian Atencio
Nov 11, 2023
Donovan Brian Atencio, 22, a resident of Upper San Pedro, passed away on Saturday, November 11, 2023 as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Donovan was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, LeRoy G. Atencio; uncle, Brian Bruce Atencio; paternal uncles, Danny and Matthew Atencio, and first cousin Nicole Atencio.
Donovan worked as a Research...
Umberto "Beto" Morales
Nov 9, 2023
Beto Morales, 52, a resident of Española, NM. Beto went to be with our Lord and Savior on November 9, 2023.
Beto was well known for being hardworking. He loved to help people, visit friends. He had an adventurous heart, loved being outdoors, getting wood, and going fishing. Gardening wasn't just a hobby, but a passion he enjoyed. He loved...
Alicia Anna Martinez
Nov 8, 2023
Alicia Anna Martinez, 45, of Chimayo, NM, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, November 8, 2023.
Alicia is preceded in death by her companion, Carlos Martinez; her father, Danny Phil Martinez; brother, Danny Paul Martinez; niece, Jacyanna Gallegos; paternal grandparents, Leo and Flora Martinez; aunt, Debbie Padilla; and uncle, Louie Padilla.
Alicia is survived by her children, Destinee (Adam) Martinez,...
Marvin Martinez
Nov 6, 2023
Marvin Anthony Martinez
Marvin was born on August 1, 1957, in El Rito, NM, where he grew up and resided most of his life. He was called to go home to our Lord on November 6, 2023. Marvin was a loving son, brother, uncle, cousin, friend, and teammate. Marvin enjoyed traveling, going to the casinos, dancing, and spending time with family...
Christopher "Chris" Leo Trujillo
Nov 5, 2023
Christopher Leo Trujillo “Chris”
Born August 3, 1977, and passed away unexpectedly on November 5, 2023, at the age of 46.
Chris enjoyed the outdoors and spending time with his family. Chris always made the best out of everything and every situation. Always looking for the brighter side. You could never dampen his spirit. He could light up a room...
Teodora Martinez
Nov 5, 2023
Teodora G. Martinez left this world on November 5, 2023. She was born on May 11, 1932, to Miguel and Lupita V. Gomez in Santo Nino, New Mexico.
Teodora was a loving and nurturing person, who cared deeply for her younger sisters, who she helped raise after the passing of their mother; while still being a child herself. She...
Dolores Irene Roybal
Nov 5, 2023
Dolores Irene Roybal, age 77, of Santa Cruz, NM, born April 1946, passed away on November 5, 2023, of natural causes.
Dolores was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grand mother and auntie. She dedicated her life to raising her family, serving the Church as a Catechism instructor, and also served as a substitute teacher in the 70s at Sombrillo...
Troy Montoya
Nov 5, 2023
Troy Montoya, 47, a resident of Espanola, originally from Youngsville, NM, passed away on November 5, 2023.
He is preceded in death by grandparents Jose Ernesto and Virginia Jaramillo, uncles Clifford Jaramillo, Robert Sandoval, and Harry Martinez cousins Leroy, James, Alfred, and Simon Jaramillo.
He is survived by his son Elijah Montoya, daughter Faith Aguilar, parents Daniel and Louisa Pacheco,...
Celene J. Maestas
Nov 4, 2023
Celene Martha Jaramillo Maestas, 89, of Española,NM, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 4, 2023. Celene was born in El Llano, NM on November 12, 1933 to Salomon and Maria Emiteria Jaramillo. She graduated from Española High School in 1952.
Celene is preceded in death by her parents Salomon & Maria Emiteria Jaramillo, in-laws Sixto Sr....
Joseph Naranjo
Nov 4, 2023
Joseph Naranjo, 81, a resident of Santa Clara, passed away on November 4, 2023. He was born on November 8, 1941.
Burial will take place on Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at the Santa Fe National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM.
The family of Joseph Naranjo has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home &...
Petrita Sherman
Nov 2, 2023
Petrita Sherman, 93, resident of Embudo, New Mexico, went to be with the Lord on November 2, 2023. She was born on September 20, 1930, in Embudo, New Mexico to Petrita and Porfirio Trujillo.
Petrita is preceded in death by her husband Gordon Sherman, parents Petrita and Porfirio Trujillo, stepmother Amalia, grandmother (who raised her) Margarita Trujillo and brother Johnny...
Norma Jean Fernandez
Nov 2, 2023
Norma Jean Fernandez went to be with our Lord on November 2, 2023, surrounded by her loving husband, her children and grandchildren.
She was born on December 17, 1957, Fallon, NV, to George and Lillian Lucero.
Norma was a loving and charismatic person. Anyone who met her loved her. She had a personality that could light up any room. Anywhere...
Frank Tony Trujillo
Nov 1, 2023
Frank (Tony) Trujillo - April 4, 1931 – November 1, 2023
Tony, a lifelong resident of Abiquiu, NM, departed our earthly world to join his loved ones after a long life at the age of 92.
Tony made his career in Los Alamos, NM at The Zia Company, and its successor, until his retirement in 1981. He was born and...
Margaret Maria Giron
Oct 30, 2023
On October 30, 2023, Margaret M. Giron, beloved mother, wife, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, auntie, and best friend to many many people. She passed peacefully with her children at her side as she entered her heavenly home.
Margaret is preceded in death by her father Benito Montoya; mother Elvira Montoya; sister Maria Montoya and Velma Velasquez; father-in-law Eduardo Giron; mother-in-law Adeliria...
Anastacio Vigil
Oct 30, 2023
Anastacio T. Vigil, age 97, a lifelong resident of Chimayo, NM, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home, the morning of October 30, 2023.
Anastacio was born on April 15, 1926, to parents Canuto and Augustina Vigil in the village of Cundiyo, NM. He is pre-deceased by his wife Fabiola, newborn daughter Lorraine, son Melvin, his parents, siblings...
Frances Gomez Quintana
Oct 30, 2023
On October 30, 2023, our matriarch, Francesquita (Frances) Gomez Quintana passed away peacefully at her home in El Rancho, NM. Little did we know this remarkable woman would live to celebrate 102 years of life.
Frances was a stylish and sophisticated woman, who was always dressed to the nines. She was beautiful inside and out and carried a selfless story that...
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