Andrew Salazar
May 4, 2023
Andrew Salazar, (61) of Española, New Mexico passed away on May 4, 2023, from a brief illness.
Drew was born on March 8,1962, to Max and Aurora Salazar.
Andrew worked most of his life in the food industry at restaurants like Angelina’s and Big Dawgs. His most recent job was at Food King where he loved working, not only because...
Jose "Fidel" Trujillo
May 4, 2023
Jose “Fidel” Trujillo
1940 - 2023
Fidel, 82 years, passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on May 4, 2023.
Fidel was a much-loved Husband, Father, Brother, Uncle, Cousin, friend and the beauty of his existence will remain deep within the hearts of those who knew and loved him. Fidel was born in Chamita, NM on December 28, 1940...
Angela Renee Suazo
Apr 30, 2023
Angela Suazo, 56, born on January 6, 1967, grew up in Abiquiu, NM, where she later met her Husband and went on to raise a beautiful a family in Corrales, NM. She was loved by many and has peacefully passed away on April 30, 2023, surrounded by her family.
Angela was preceded in death by her brother Larry Maestas; grandparents...
Emanuel Santos Martinez
Apr 29, 2023
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Emanuel Santos Martinez on April 29, 2023. He was born on March 10, 1981 and lived most of his life in Espanola, NM.
Emanuel was survived by his parents Jose and Tessie Martinez, siblings Francine (Daniel) from Chili, Joey (Tammy) from Hernandez, Manuel, Tracy (Andres) from Rio Rancho, Joel...
James Hutchison
Apr 29, 2023
James L. Hutchison, 68, of Canjilon, New Mexico, passed away on Saturday, April 29th, 2023, surrounded by his family and friends.
James, better known as Jim, Mr. Jim, Jimbo, and Jimmy was born December 11, 1954, to Frederick L. and Shirley P. Hutchison in Leesburg, Virginia. He was the middle child with an older sister and younger brother.
Jim...
Eduvijen Martinez
Apr 28, 2023
Eduvijen L. Martinez, 83, a lifelong resident of El Rito, NM, went to her glory peacefully and quietly surrounded by her children on April 28, 2023. Affectionately known as DeeDee, she was the most wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, auntie and friend. She will always be remembered as the strength and cornerstone of our family.
She is predeceased by...
Carl Breuning
Apr 26, 2023
Carl Ulrich Breuning, born August 28, 1940 in Copenhagen, Denmark to Carl Breuning and Harriet Kirsten Abrahamsen, died April 26, 2023 in Estaca, New Mexico surrounded by his loved ones at home in the “Dragon House”. Carl immigrated to the United States in 1958 with his family and graduated from the University of New Mexico with a Master’s degree...
Lucia "Lucy" Vigil
Apr 25, 2023
Lucia (Lucy) Vigil, 100, of Espanola, NM, passed away on Tuesday, April 25, 2023.
Lucy was a school LPN in the Espanola Public Schools system during which she touched the lives of many students. She was very active at the Sacred Heart Parish and was also active at the Carmelita's Organization of Santa Cruz de la Canada.
Lucy was preceded...
Leonard Rodriguez
Apr 24, 2023
Courtesy Announcement for Leonard Rodriguez
On behalf of the Rodriguez Family, it is with great sadness and a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved Leonard Rodriguez from Phoenix, AZ. He passed away April 6, 2023 in Albuquerque, NM following a lengthy illness.
He is preceded in death by his parents Juan and Olympia Rodriguez, brothers Juanito...
Eduardo Ignacio Archuleta
Apr 23, 2023
Eduardo Ignacio Archuleta, 91, A resident of the Pojoaque Valley, born on August 1, 1931, was greeted by the Angels and our Lord on Sunday April 23, 2023.
Eduardo was preceded in death by his son Anthony Edwin, infant daughter Loretta Archuleta, great-great-granddaughter Aria Vigil, brothers Luis (Regina), Adelmo (Isabelle), Alonso, Sisters, Carmen (Antonio Griego), and Anna Marie Martinez.
Survived...

Tito Ortiz
Apr 23, 2023
Tito Ortiz, 71, A resident from Chimayo, NM, passed away on April 23, 2023.
Tito is preceded in death by his parents Luis and Domicilia Ortiz, In Laws Meliton and Serafina Martinez, and brother Reynaldo Ortiz.
He is survived by his wife JoAnn Ortiz, daughters Cinderella Herrera (Rick), Phyllis Ann Ortiz, Roxanne Gasca (Jacob), grandchildren Nathaniel Ortiz and Breanna, Kevin...
Rosina L. Garcia
Apr 22, 2023
Rosina L. Garcia, 100 – A beautiful shining light left this earth and now shines brightly above in heaven lighting a path filled with strength and guidance. On Saturday, April 22nd, angels descended to escort their faithful servant home. Our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great grandmother was greeted in heaven by her loving husband Joe, sons Johnny and Orlando, daughter-in-law...
Annabelle Romero
Apr 22, 2023
Annabelle J. Romero, 57, a resident of Cordova, NM, a long-time beautician, beloved mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, April 22, 2023.
She was preceded in death by her son Adam Romero and her father Charles O. Romero.
Annabelle is survived by her mother Ermelinda Romero, her children Jeremy Tyler Lopez and Isaiah Lopez; father...
Charles Romero
Apr 19, 2023
Charles O. Romero, 89, a resident of Cordova, NM, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 surrounded by his family.
He was preceded in death by his son Adam Romero, his parents Alfredo Sr. and Beneranda Romero, his father-in-law Eduardo Salazar, mother-in-law Adelina Salazar, his brothers Fidel Romero, Acorcinio Romero, and Alfredo Romero Jr.
Charles is survived by his...
Eloisa Esther Salazar Abeyta
Apr 18, 2023
Eloisa Esther Salazar Abeyta, 91, a resident of Los Ojos, NM, past away on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 surrounded by her family. Eloisa was born in Los Brazos, NM on September 16, 1931, to Roman and Simodocea Salazar. Eloisa was married to Jose (Joe) P. Abeyta Sr. in 1963. Eloisa and Jose had three children, which were her pride and...
Gary Chavez
Apr 17, 2023
Gary Daniel Chavez, beloved father, son, brother, and uncle, of Espanola, New Mexico, passed away April 17th, 2023, at the age of 56. Gary was momentous, generous, patient, and of the absolute good that makes up this life. He was a talented drummer and DJ in both Northern and Southern New Mexico for most of his life.
Gary was born...
Louis Salazar
Apr 16, 2023
Louis Cruz Salazar
7/26/1944-4/16/2023
Our beloved father Louis Salazar of El Llano went home to be with our Lord on April 16, 2023, with his family by his side.
He is preceded in death by his parents Pablo and Florencia Salazar, sisters Carolina Salazar and Erlinda Herrera (Leroy), daughters Nicole and Lisa Salazar, brothers David and Andrew Salazar, Grandpa...
Andrew H. Romero
Apr 16, 2023
With a heavy heart we are sad to announce the passing of Andrew H. Romero, 58, of La Mesilla, NM. He passed away on April 16, 2023 peacefully in his sleep.Andrew was born on 12/08/1964 to Antonio Romero and Prescilla Romero in Española, NM. Andrew graduated from Menaul High School in 1982. Following high school Andrew went on to obtain...
Fabiola Cournoyer
Apr 16, 2023
Fabiola M. Cournoyer, 90, of Espanola, NM, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 16, 2023.
Fabiola, lovingly known as Fabby, was born in Ojo de la Vaca, NM on February 24, 1933 to Rufina and Miguel Martinez. She was one of nine children, and she liked to say that she helped raise her siblings. She grew up in Santa Cruz,...
Simon Martinez
Apr 15, 2023
Simon Martinez, 74, passed on April 15, 2023, peacefully surrounded by close family. Simon was born in Sabinoso, NM.
Simon was preceded in death by his parents Navor and Ramoncita Martinez, sisters Susan and Frances, brothers Navor, Bingo, Cruz, George, Jose and Alfonso, step-sons Joseph and Alex.
Simon is survived by his beautiful wife Elaine Martinez; daughters Corine Martinez and...
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