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Local obituaries for DeVargas Funeral Home and Crematory

Arquin Pacheco

Arquin Pacheco

Jan 11, 2024

Arquin Pacheco, a resident of Truchas, New Mexico, passed away on January 11, 2024.

He is preceded in death by his wife Mabel Pacheco, Parents Cipricio Pacheco and Andelicia Trujillo, brothers Clarence Pacheco, Melaquis Pacheco, and Charlie Pacheco, sisters Tiofila Pacheco, Prudencia Montoya, Eliza Rodriguez, Evila Martinez, and Nada Romero and Priscilla Romero, sons Elmer, Harvey, Marvin, and Ricky Pacheco, daughters...

Ricky "Rick" Archuleta

Ricky "Rick" Archuleta

Jan 10, 2024

Ricky Archuleta

Ricky was called home to be with the Lord, on January 10, 2024, in the 38th year of his life. 

He suffered a brief but fatal case of pneumonia. 

Rick was born June 9, 1985, he was born in Northern New Mexico to Stephanie Gonzales and Anthony Archuleta, and raised in Santa Fe, NM. He was the oldest sibling to Brother Jerome...

Cindy Gurule

Cindy Gurule

Jan 9, 2024

Cindy Gurule born January 7th, 1957 entered Heaven's gates on January 9th, 2024. She is preceded in death by her son Jeremy, her parents Sabiniano and Esther Gurule, her brothers Ronnie, Emory and Kelly. She is survived by her beloved pet Panchito. Her children Crystal Terrazas, Ronnie Gurule (Shelly Gurule) and Edvarda Martinez. Her Grandchildren Kristi “Monkey” Trujillo (Stephen Trujillo),...

Michael "Mike" Jaramillo

Michael "Mike" Jaramillo

Jan 9, 2024

Michael “Mike” Jaramillo, 69, a resident of Abiquiu, left this earth to embark on his journey to eternal life with our dear Lord Jesus Christ on January 9, 2024. Mike was born on November 11, 1954, to Pedrito and Margarita Jaramillo in Las Vegas, NM.

Mike is preceded in death by his parents, Pedrito and Margarita Jaramillo, grandson James...

Lawrence Anthony Medina

Lawrence Anthony Medina

Jan 9, 2024

Lawrence Medina, 68, of Chimayo, NM, our beloved brother went to be with the Lord on January 9, 2024, after a lengthy illness at Los Alamos Nursing Home. 

Lawrence is preceded in death by his parents Frank and Julia Medina; his siblings Leona, Leonard, Michael and Emilio Medina.

Lawrence is survived by his partner Betty Montoya; siblings Frank Medina (Ruby),...

Mary Elizabeth Richerson

Mary Elizabeth Richerson

Jan 8, 2024

Mary Elizabeth Richerson; Born July 2, 1932.  Departed this life, January 8, 2024.

Mary (Betty} passed peacefully on January 8, 2024, with her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren at her side.   She passed like she lived her life, on her own terms.

Mary was born in Hasting-on-the-Hudson, New York to Partick and Grace Moore.  She was the youngest of seven (7) children.  Her...

Rose Vigil

Rose Vigil

Jan 8, 2024

Rose Vigil, 83, of Rodarte, NM, went to be with our Lord on January 8, 2024.  She was born to the late Napoleon and Teodorita Martinez on August 30, 1940, in Abiquiu, NM.

Rose was a faithful and dedicated member of the San Antonio de Padua Parish in Peñasco, NM.  She served many years as the Mayordoma for the Santa...

Kenny Sandoval

Kenny Sandoval

Jan 8, 2024

Kenny Sandoval, 51, a resident of Dixon, NM, passed away January 8, 2024, surrounded by his family. Kenny was usually the life of the party. He told jokes and stories to entertain and make everyone laugh. He was very friendly and made friends everywhere he went. Kenny loved anything having to do with the outdoors. He enjoyed listening to music...

Minnie Vigil

Minnie Vigil

Jan 7, 2024

Minnie Vigil of Guachupange, NM, departed this world to be with our Lord on January 7, 2024.

Minnie was born in Santa Clara Pueblo, NM, on February 8, 1931, to Juan and Petra Gutierrez.  She married the love of her life Reynel Vigil, together they had 4 children and lived in a house they built in Guachupange.

Minnie grew up...

Matthew Robert Medina

Matthew Robert Medina

Jan 6, 2024

Our beloved Matthew Robert Medina (Short) was welcomed into the loving arms of our heavenly father at the age of 47, on January 6, 2024.

Matthew was such a loving, kind, thoughtful, positive person. His honor was devoted to God and his children, whom he will always remain proud of and love of family. Above his many talents and abilities, he...

E. Rosina Salazar

E. Rosina Salazar

Jan 5, 2024

E. Rosina Salazar was a free spirit born May 24, 1931, in Espanola, New Mexico to Filomeno and Maria Anita Salazar. The term “Maverick” could be used to describe her, as there were very few women of that time who went on to be Certified Public Accountants (CPA’s), were world travelers, and a self-taught artist. Our “Tia Nina” was one...

Annie Castaneda

Annie Castaneda

Jan 5, 2024

Annie Castaneda, age 69, a resident of El Rancho, NM passed away Friday, January 5, 2024, after a battle with cancer.

She was born January 19, 1954, to Armando and Celia Archuleta in El Rancho. Annie was a Pojoaque High School graduate class of 1973. She is preceded in death by her parents Armando and Celia Archuleta, daughter Stephanie Castaneda, brothers...

Carlos Jesse Pacheco

Carlos Jesse Pacheco

Jan 5, 2024

Carlos Jesse Pacheco, 27, a resident of San Pedro, NM,  passed away on January 5, 2024.  He was born on January 30, 1996 in Albuquerque, NM. 

Carlos is preceded in death by his mother Frieda Yazzie, grandfather Frank Yazzie and aunt Sheila Yazzie.  

Carlos is survived by his father Eddie Pacheco and stepmother Daina Pacheco, brothers Michael and Deandre...

Mary Maestas

Mary Maestas

Jan 3, 2024

Mary Maestas, 72, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on Wednesday, January 3rd, 2024. She was born in Santa Cruz, New Mexico, and lived her life in the Espanola Valley.

She is preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Jose “Jay” Maestas, who adored her. Mary and Jay raised a family of children and grandchildren who will...

Josie Baca

Josie Baca

Jan 3, 2024

Josie Baca, age 86, of Chimayo, NM, passed away surrounded by her loved ones on January 3, 2024.

Josie is preceded in death by her son Rudy Baca and parents Diego and Carlota Gonzales.

Josie will always be remembered by the warm love she had for all her family. She enjoyed visiting, singing and joking with her family. She made music...

Longino Gerald (Lonnie) Chacon

Longino Gerald (Lonnie) Chacon

Jan 2, 2024

Longino Gerald (Lonnie) Chacon, 69, born June 24, 1954, passed away on January 2, 2024.

He is preceded in death by his parents Manuel and Angelica Chacon, nephews Jeff M Chacon, Chris Roybal, and Justin Martinez.

He is survived by Trudy Chacon (Manuel Serrano), Margaret Rinehart from Texas, John Chacon (Geraldine) of Bloomfield, Gene Chacon, Catherine Chacon, and Andres Chacon,...

Brittney Storm Griffis

Brittney Storm Griffis

Dec 31, 2023

Brittney Storm Griffis, Born on September 16, 1993, departed on December 31, 2023.

She is preceded in death by her mother Renay Griffis, grandmother Carol Griffis, and grandfather Isauro Barela.

She is survived by her father Brian Barela (Cindy), grandmother Delight Barela, uncles Izzy and Dennis Barela, her love Arnold Gallegos and many other relatives and friends. Brittney will be...

Ronald Perraglio Jr.

Ronald Perraglio Jr.

Dec 30, 2023

Ronald Galen Perraglio Jr., 57, a resident of Española, NM, passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2023.

Ron was a beloved and active member of the community. He began his career in HVAC at the age of eighteen, operating his own business, Southwest Metal, for over thirty years. Ron was also successful in owning and maintaining rental properties with his...

Veronica Arroyos de Lujan

Veronica Arroyos de Lujan

Dec 29, 2023

Veronica (Ronnie) Arroyos de Lujan age 73 passed away on December 29, 2023 in Albuquerque. She was a longtime resident of Rio Rancho  and formerly of Española, New Mexico. She was the firstborn of 6 siblings. She was a loving daughter, sister, Nana, auntie, cousin and friend.

Veronica was an accomplished businesswoman and wonderful homemaker. She was an incredible cook...

Edward Mose

Edward Mose

Dec 29, 2023

 

Edward "Ed" Elwood Mose, SR 82, of Medanales, New Mexico, passed away surrounded with love on December 29, 2023. He was born on February 14, 1941 in Hagerstown, Maryland, to Naomi and Lester Mose, Jr. Ed proudly served in the United States Army from 1959 to 1962. Ed has been married to the love of his life, Antonia Dolores...

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