Steve Max Roybal
Jun 3, 2023
Steve Max Roybal, a resident of Pojoaque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on June 3, 2023.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Max and Angelina Roybal; grandparents, Abel and Eva Montoya, Ricardo and Martina Roybal; uncles and aunts Jose (Elustriano) and Ascencion (Sencionita) Roybal, Rubel, Manuelita and Baldina Roybal, Willy and Ubaldita (Ubi) Romero, Reynaldo...
Darrick Ocana
Jun 3, 2023
Darrick Johnny Ocana, born February 29, 1988, 35, of El Rito, was tragically taken from us on June 3, 2023, following a terrible accident.
Darrick was preceded in death by paternal grandfather, Albert Ocana; maternal grandfather, Johnny Lucero; nino, Dwanye Ocana; aunts, Tammy Griego and Cherry Lucero; uncle, Johnny Lucero, Jr.
Darrick is survived by the light of...
Juan Orlando Lopez
Jun 3, 2023
Juan Orlando Lopez, a resident of Abiquiu, New Mexico, passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness surrounded by his family on June 3, 2023.
He was preceded in death by his parents David and Juanita Lopez, his grandmother who raised him, Modesta Lopez, and Uncle Fermin Lopez, Sisters Flora Ortiz, and Mary Gardner, brothers Paul Lopez, and Porfirio Lopez, brothers-in-law...
Anthony Valdez
Jun 2, 2023
Anthony W. Valdez
July 20,1960 ~ June 2, 2023
Chamita, NM
Born to Trinnidad Chacon, Predeceased by his maternal grandmother Deluvina Mascarenas, and paternal grandfather Antonio Mascarenas, his mother Trinnidad Chacon, stepfather Ross Chacon, brother in law Eugene Abeita, uncles Genaro, Thomas, and Pablo Mascarenas, aunts Carlota, Cora, and Socorro Gallegos, cousins Jimmy Vialpando, Theresa, Leroy, and Pauline Mascarenas, Debbie...
Julia Morfin
Jun 2, 2023
We are saddened to announce the passing of Julia Consuelo Morfin of Agua Sarca (Coyote, NM) on June 2 at the age of 86. Julia passed away peacefully surrounded by her children, many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Julia is preceded in death by her loving husband of 66 years Sergio Timoteo Morfin, and Grandchildren: Tricia Nancy Thompson, Gary Morfin Jr., Aaliyah Mariah Morfin, Her mother Beatrice Salazar, Stepfather Liberato Salazar and Father Arturo Pina, brother Eddie Salazar...
Verna Trujillo
Jun 2, 2023
Verna Amy Trujillo September 2, 1964 – June 2, 2023
Friday, June 2, 2023, Verna Amy Trujillo passed away after her long battle with diabetes surrounded by family members who had been caring for her.
Verna was born and raised in the Española Valley where, for the last twenty years, she made a home with the love of her life...
Ralph Vigil
Jun 1, 2023
Ralph Vigil, age 57. passed away unexpectedly after open heart surgery on Thursday, June 1, 2023.
Ralph was preceded in death by his parents, Delfino A. Vigil and Dulcinia (Candie) Gonzales Vigil. His paternal grandparents, Luciano Vigil and Doloritas Garcia Vigil; maternal grandparents, Pedro C. Gonzales and Genoveva Lujan Gonzales and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
He is survived by...
Michael Orlando Salazar
May 30, 2023
Michael Orlando Salazar was born silent on May 30, 2023. Michael was the son of Darren Salazar and Chanelle Chacon.
Their are no services at this time.
The family of Michael Orlando Salazar has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory of Espanola, New Mexico. www.devargasfh.com. 505-747-7477.
Lucia (Lucille) Angelita Gallegos
May 30, 2023
Our beloved mother, Lucia (Lucille) Angelita Gallegos, 78, of Vallecitos, NM, was embraced by her angels while surrounded by loved ones on May 30, 2023. She was born to Pablo Martinez and Carlota Duran on January 21, 1945.
Lucille is survived by husband Anselmo Gallegos and her children Lucas Gallegos Jr. (Carmen) of Canon Plaza; Sandra Garcia (Leonard) of Vallecitos;...
Jerome Isaiah Chavez
May 29, 2023
Our Beloved Jerome Isaiah Chavez, 22, was sadly taken from us to be with our lord May 29, 2023.
Jerome was preceded in death by his grandfathers, David Chavez and Lawrence Salazar, aunt Louann Chavez and Uncle Leo Chavez.
Jerome is survived by his son Raiden; companion Savannah Romero; parents Loretta Salazar and Adrian Chavez Sr.; brothers Adrian, Joshua Chavez...
Lillian I. Sanchez
May 29, 2023
Lillian I. Sanchez, 67, a resident of Espanola, NM, was called home to be with our Lord on May 29, 2023.
She was born in Mora, NM, to her parents Jose Margarito and Alice Maria Sanchez. She was raised in Peñasco, NM.
Lillian is preceded in death by her husband Reynaldo Martinez; parents Jose Margarito and Alice Maria Sanchez; brothers...
Pete L. Garcia Sr.
May 28, 2023
Pete L. Garcia Sr. was born and raised in Chama, NM; he raised his son and resided with his wife in Ensenada, NM. A great man with a gentle soul, passed peacefully after a short-known illness.
“Peteman” is preceded in death by his father Audulido Garcia, mother Mary Russom, Brother Paul Russom and step-father Dan Russom. Pete was a hard worker...
Jacob Norman Medina
May 26, 2023
Jacob Norman Medina, Age 35, resident of Velarde, NM, passed away on May 26, 2023. He was born April 28, 1988, to Norman and Lorraine Medina. He will forever be remembered for his patience, kind smile and infectious laugh. He is survived by his daughter Brooklynn who was his pride and joy. Jacob will be deeply missed by all who...
Sandra Luella Sanchez
May 26, 2023
Sandra Luella Sanchez was born January 3, 1956, in Embudo, New Mexico. She passed away peacefully on May 26, 2023, after a valiant 2 ½ year battle against Glioblastoma. She was dearly loved by her extended family and many long-time friends who were very attentive with daily phone calls, prayers, and frequent visits during her illness.
Sandra was preceded in...
Catherine Diaz
May 26, 2023
Kathy Diaz, beloved sister, wife, mother, and friend, passed away on May 26, 2023, at the age of 65. She was born on December 7, 1957, to Telesfor Duran and Rose Romero and will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Throughout her life, Kathy touched the hearts of many with her kind and compassionate nature. She had a...
Michael Salazar
May 25, 2023
Michael (Mikie, Mike) Leonard Salazar, 45, born October 14, 1977, and raised in Espanola, entered eternal solace on May 25, 2023. Michael was a one-of-a-kind person with a loving and caring heart. He was a gifted musician who was always drumming on whatever was in front of him and humming a tune. His rendition of Ave Maria was a party...
Jared Eugene Gonzales
May 25, 2023
Jared Eugene Gonzales passed away on May 25, 2023 at the age of 37. He was born February 11, 1986.
He is preceded in death by his maternal grandmother Carmen Gonzales, uncle Tom Gonzales, aunt Priscilla Gonzales.
He is survived by his wife Chantii Gonzales, mother Sandra Gonzales, step-mother Eileen Quintana, sons Juan Rodriguez-Gonzales, Deven and Lucas Martinez, daughters Jestiney Martinez,...
Alcario Chacon
May 23, 2023
Alcario Chacon, a lifetime resident of Gallina and Llaves, NM, passed away on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, at the age of 85. He was born on March 28, 1938, to Thomas and Carmelita Chacon. Alcario and his brothers grew up sheep herding in Northern New Mexico and Southern Colorado. They tended over 5,000 head of sheep at a time. At...
Sadie Moya
May 23, 2023
Sadie Moya, 89, of Abiquiu, NM, passed away on May 23, 2023, surrounded by her family.
Sadie is preceded in death by her parents Amarante and Jesusita Garcia; husband Benjamin Moya Jr; daughters Debra Medina and Annette Torres; grandson Johnny Torres (was raised like a son); siblings Magdalena Gutierrez and Amarante Garcia Jr.
Sadie is survived by her sons Anthony...
Jacobo P. Lucero
May 22, 2023
Jacobo (Jake) P. Lucero
January 26, 1943-May 22, 2023
Our Beloved Jacobo (Jake) Polinar Lucero, age 80, passed away peacefully at home on Monday May 22nd, 2023. Jake was born on January 26th, 1943, in Santa Fe, NM, to Pedro and Rose Lucero.
Jake was a humble man of strong faith who loved his whole family unconditionally. He had a...
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