Obituary Listing

William Ray Sarver

William Ray Sarver

Mar 26, 2023

In Loving Memory of William Ray Sarver

January 18,1937 – March 26, 2023

Loving Husband, Father, Best Step-dad in the Whole Wide World, grandfather, brother, brother-in-law, and a friend to all

Bill went to be with the Lord peacefully and happy as the person he was.  He was born in Detroit; proud son to Frank and Elizabeth Ann (Dittmore) Sarver...

Kimberly Michelle Campion

Kimberly Michelle Campion

Mar 25, 2023

Kimberly Michelle Campion, 35 of Espanola, went to be with the Lord on Saturday March 25, 2023.

She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents Frank and Polly Montoya, maternal grandma Olivama Padilla and maternal grandpa Ben Padilla, her paternal grandparents Jack and Loretta Goode.

Kimberly was a loving person who always made others smile and could feel a...

Presilliano Gurule

Presilliano Gurule

Mar 24, 2023

Presiliano Gurule, 84, a resident of Espanola and formerly of Vallecitos, NM, lost his courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease.  Pres was born on July 12, 1938, and was reunited with his wife Ophilia in the kingdom of heaven on March 24, 2023. 

Pres loved his family, friends, pets, gardening, exploring and just getting out and talking to people during his...

Amada Q. Herrera

Amada Q. Herrera

Mar 24, 2023

AMADA Q. HERRERA, 91, a resident of Riverside, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, March 24, 2023. She was preceded in death by her parents, Antonio and Eduvigen Quintana; husband Johnny C. Herrera Sr.; father and mother-in-law Rafael and Ramoncita Herrera; daughters Mary and JoAnn Herrera; sons Carlos and Johnny C. Herrera Jr.; son-in-law Eddie Atencio; daughters-in-law Elvira...

Peter Sanchez

Peter Sanchez

Mar 22, 2023

 

Peter F Sanchez Jr. "little peter" went to be with our Lord, his dad and sister on March 22,2023.

Peter was born to Dolores and Peter Sanchez Sr. on April 1, 1971. 

Peter attended Santa Fe High School and graduated in 1989. After high school, Peter attended TVI and achieved a Certificate in welding and got a job with...

Joseph Ramon Lopez

Joseph Ramon Lopez

Mar 22, 2023

Joseph Ramon Lopez (Luna) passed away on Wednesday, March 22, 2023 at the age of 66. He was born March 19, 1957 and was a lifelong resident of Abiquiu, NM.  A loving father and grandfather who enjoyed his family, going to the mountains hunting and fishing, and working with his hands – especially intricately carved crosses. Joseph was proud to...

Jose "Benito" Lujan

Jose "Benito" Lujan

Mar 21, 2023

Jose “Benito” Lujan of Llano, NM was born on August 27, 1943, in Llano, NM to Patrocinio and Emelina Lujan.  Benito went to be with our heavenly father on March 21, 2023, after an illness of two and a half years. He passed at home peacefully surrounded by his loving family.

He is preceded in death by his parents Patrocinio...

Eugenio Arellano Jr.

Eugenio Arellano Jr.

Mar 20, 2023

Eugenio Arellano was born on May 1, 1931 in Chamisal, NM and remained there until his death on March 20, 2023.  He was born to Eugenio Arellano Sr and Rosalia Pacheco-Arellano.

He is preceded in death by his Loving wife Juanita Arellano and his son Gilbert “Abie” Silva. Eugenio is also preceded by his brothers Nelson Arellano and wife Enselma...

"Rudy" Jose Rudolfo Martinez

"Rudy" Jose Rudolfo Martinez

Mar 18, 2023

Rudy Martinez was called home on March 18, 2023 after a battle with cancer.

He left behind his son Lucas, daughter in law Monette, grandkids Ignacio, DeAnza, and Lexy; Son Jason, wife Karen, Granddaughter Chellsie; Daughter Stephanie, grandkids Claudine, Benito, Cassandra and Santana; Grandkids Andrew and Andrea; Brothers Chris and Oliver, sister in law Eloida, Sisters Alice, Clorinda and Katie,...

Viviane E. Medina

Viviane E. Medina

Mar 17, 2023

Viviane E. Medina, 72, of Chimayo, NM, passed away peacefully after a long battle with her illness and no longer in pain on March 17, 2023. She was born to Filiberto and Yvette Martinez on March 16, 1951. She graduated from Espanola Valley High in 1969. She went on to study Business at Northern New Mexico Community College and graduated...

James J. Martinez “Verde”

James J. Martinez “Verde”

Mar 17, 2023

James Jerry Martinez "Verde" from Chimayo, NM born January 21, 1958 in Harbor City, California to Belarmino and Carmen Martinez, went to be with the Lord on March 17, 2023 of natural causes surrouned by his loving family. He is preceded in death by his parents Belarmino and Carmen Martinez, brother Randy Martinez, sister Rosie Gallegos, nephews Fabian Mendez and Jerome...

Kenneth Vicente Romero

Kenneth Vicente Romero

Mar 15, 2023

Kenneth V. Romero, 60, born on February 18, 1963, currently a resident of Hernandez, formerly of Cordova, passed away peacefully after a illness surrounded by family at home on March 15, 2023.

He was proceeded in death by his paternal grandparents Adonelia and Victor Romero; maternal grandparents Leandro and Juanita Padilla; brother Joey Romero; stepdaughter Stef Martinez, and cousin Leroy...

Mark David Naranjo

Mark David Naranjo

Mar 14, 2023

"They that wait on the Lord shall renew their strength.  They shall mount up with wings like eagles." Isaiah 40:31

Mark David Naranjo, 66, beloved husband, stepfather, Papo, great-Papo, brother and friend, soared into the arms of Jesus with his loving family and angels shouldered side by side to welcome him home on March 14, 2023.  Mark is now free...

Pearl Vigil

Pearl Vigil

Mar 14, 2023

PEARL E. VIGIL, 71, a resident of Espanola, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 14, 2023. 

She was preceded in death by her parents Manuel and Dulce (Candie) Valdez; in-laws, Jose E. and Ruth V. Baca; sisters-in-law, Emily Baros and Pauline Maestas and brother-in-law, Frank Baca. 

She is survived by her husband, Louie Maestas; sons, Mark Vigil and wife Corina, Perry Vigil...

Maria "Lita" Apodaca

Maria "Lita" Apodaca

Mar 13, 2023

Maria Rafelita (Lita) Apodaca, 73, a resident of El Valle de Arroyo Seco, NM entered eternal rest on March 13th, 2023, at home surrounded by family and loved ones. She was born October 24th, 1949, to Apolonio and Arminda Gallegos.

Lita was a cosmetologist by trade and enjoyed doing this as a profession in her twenties. Later as she had...

Jose Robert Floyd Zamora

Jose Robert Floyd Zamora

Mar 13, 2023

Jose Robert Floyd Zamora

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jose Robert Floyd Zamora, 74, AKA Bobby, Bob, and Zee. Robert went to be with our Lord on March 13, 2023, after a courageous effort to overcome cancer. He was surrounded by his loved ones when his tired body left for his special place in...

Betty Ann Armijo

Betty Ann Armijo

Mar 11, 2023

Mrs. Betty Ann Armijo passed away into eternal peace March 11, 2023. Betty Ann was a life long resident of El Rancho, New Mexico.

She is survived by her loving and devoted husband Mr. Benny Armijo of 55 years, her only child Alex Armijo - Alexander, loving fur babies Chuy, Pinion, Gemma, Peaches, Lady Blue, Rox, Blackie, and Jay T.

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Arturo Guadalupe Manzanares

Arturo Guadalupe Manzanares

Mar 11, 2023

Arturo Guadalupe Manzanares passed away peacefully and surrounded by his family on Saturday March 11, 2023. He was 88 years old. He was born to Jose G and Rosenda Manzanares on September 24, 1934, in El Rito New Mexico.

He attended the Normal School in El Rito, until he joined the Air Force. He served during the Korean War and...

Catharine M. Garcia

Catharine M. Garcia

Mar 11, 2023

In loving memory of Catharine M. Garcia, who passed away on March 11, 2023.  She was a resident of Espanola, New Mexico.  Cathy was born on December 24, 1934, in Koblenz, Germany.

Cathy was preceded in death by her parents Nicci and Anna Esch; her sister, Josie Braun; and her daughter, Josee Marie Payne of Alaska. 

She is survived by...

Nora E. Barela

Nora E. Barela

Mar 10, 2023

Nora E. Barela, 76 a lifelong resident of Chimayo passed away on Friday March 10, 2023, of natural causes.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Andres Salazar.  Parents; Filadelphio and Felipita Barela. In-laws: Lalo and Claudina Salazar, one brother Gilbert Barela, raised and considered as sons; Lawrence “Pencho”, Dennis, Louie and Ricky Barela and numerous loved ones.  She...