Obituary Listing

Charlotte Roybal

Charlotte Roybal

Feb 2, 2023

 

Charlotte M. Roybal

June 26, 1941 - February 02, 2023

Charlotte M. Roybal, the beloved wife of the late Richard E. Roybal passed away on February 02, 2023, in the comfort of her own bed. She was a former resident of Pecos, NM.

Our beloved Charlotte was blessed with five beautiful children Bernadette (Kenny) Roybal, Annette (Matthew) Quintana, Leroy...

Severo Gonzales

Severo Gonzales

Jan 31, 2023



Severo "Slim" Gonzales 93, Espanola, passed away on January 31, 2023, of natural causes. He was Born in Espanola, NM on July 2, 1929. The Son of Bences Gonzales and Ernestina Romero Gonzales. He is preceded by: Donald (son), Victor and Raymond (Brothers), and Lauren Noell (sister).

Severo is survived by his Wife of 67 years, Aurora, Two...

Jasmine Holliday

Jasmine Holliday

Jan 31, 2023

 

It is with heavy hearts we share the devastating sudden loss of our Jasmine Lynn Holliday. Born October 15, 1986 and gained her angel wings on January 30, 2023.

Jasmine had a beautiful smile that could light up a room like a ray of sunshine. She was funny, outgoing, and vivacious. We will always remember her golden smile.

She...

Aggie Sylvia Lujan

Aggie Sylvia Lujan

Jan 31, 2023

Aggie Sylvia Lujan, 81, a longtime resident of Santa Cruz, passed away in her home with her family by her side on Tuesday, January 31, 2023. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Cipriano Lujan, whom she was married to for 57 years; her parents Bernabe and Fabiola Garcia; in-laws Antonio and Delfina Lujan; brothers Delfin Archuleta, Gilbert...

Elizabeth "Lisa" Sisneros

Elizabeth "Lisa" Sisneros

Jan 30, 2023

Elizabeth “Lisa” Sisneros

Born May 15, 1972, in Española Valley Hospital and joined her Heavenly Father on January 30, 2023. Lisa was a lifelong resident of Las Tablas, NM, where she lived with her dad Fastino, mom Lucy and older sister Celeste.

She is preceded in death by her father Fastino Sisneros and sister Celeste Sisneros and survived by her...

Ramon Adolfo Martinez

Ramon Adolfo Martinez

Jan 29, 2023

Ramon A. Martinez, 80, a resident of Ojo Caliente, New Mexico, passed away on January 29, 2023.

Ramon is preceded in death by his son Roland Martinez, daughter Renee Martinez, parents Adolfo and Marcella Martinez, sister Mary Lou Blea and brother-in-law Arthur Blea.

He will always be remembered for his love of classic cars. He loved to go for a...

Sotero A Valdez

Sotero A Valdez

Jan 25, 2023

Sotero A. Valdez (aka “Salty Dog”), age 59, a resident of El Llano, NM, passed away Wednesday, January 25, 2023.

Sotero is preceded in death by his daughter, Erika Valdez, his father Felipe Valdez, mother Bernie Valdez and brother Gabriel Valdez

Sotero is survived by his son, Antonio Valdez and stepdaughter Julie Holt, godson Marcos Vigil Sr. and godfather Roman...

Wilbert William Salazar

Wilbert William Salazar

Jan 25, 2023

Wilbert William Salazar, 53, born July 14, 1969 of Santa Clara Pueblo and El Llano, NM was joined with his loved ones in paradise on January 25, 2023. He was preceded in death by his brother Joseph Salazar, uncle and Godfather Carlos Serrano, mother-in-law Marie Lyon and brother-in-law David Lyon. 

Affectionately known to many as “Willa” led a life full...

Jose Alfredo Talamante

Jose Alfredo Talamante

Jan 25, 2023

Jose Talamante, was born on July 18, 1928 to Jose Fermin Talamante and Alejandrina Garcia Talamante in Edith, Colorado. 

Jose is preceded in death by his parents Jose Fermin and Alejandrina Talamante, sisters Ferminia Talamante and Maria Hermanita Martinez, brothers Jose Isidoro Talamante, Cristobal Talamante, grandson Leopuldo Talamante, granddaughters Susanna Talamante, Lahoma Talamante, Kyleighla Vigil and great grandson Josiah Martinez. 

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Daniel Pedro

Daniel Pedro

Jan 23, 2023

Daniel James Pedro, passed away on January 23, 2023, unexpectedly at the young age of 51. Daniel had a heart larger than life. He was a true friend to many, a father, who adored his children, a loving grandpa, and a loving husband to his soulmate. He looked forward to spending his days spoiling his grandchildren, Riley and Hannah. His...

Martha Archuleta

Martha Archuleta

Jan 23, 2023

Martha J. Archuleta, a life-long resident of the Espanola Valley died peacefully on January 23, 2023. She was 87. She was preceded in death by her husband of 43 years, Donaldo, her parents Jose V. and Amabel M. Archuleta, her brothers, Johnny and “Butch’, and her sister Belle Becker. Martha is survived by her sister, Norma Evans (Robert), brother-in-law Leo...

Rudy Archuleta

Rudy Archuleta

Jan 23, 2023

 

Rudolfo Cristobal Archuleta (Rudy) (aka - El Viejo) age 74, a resident of El Rito, NM, passed away peacefully at his residence, surrounded by his loving family on January 23, 2023.

Rudolfo was a kind and loving man who loved all his family enormously. He was a meat cutter by trade for nearly 30 years, and after retirement...

Carmen Teofila Naranjo

Carmen Teofila Naranjo

Jan 22, 2023

While surrounded by her loving family, Carmen Naranjo, age 91, was called to enter the Kingdom of God on January 22, 2023. Originally from Abiquiu, NM, she resided and raised her children in Santa Cruz, NM and together with Pete Naranjo, owned and operated the Valley Superette grocery and liquor store. Carmen was a very beautiful and loving daughter, wife,...

Celedonia Maria Trujillo

Celedonia Maria Trujillo

Jan 19, 2023

Celedonia (Sally) Maria Trujillo age 96 a resident of Abiquiu, N.M. passed away peacefully on January 19, 2023 surrounded by her family.

Celedonia was an excellent daughter, caring for her parents, a loving wife, an exceptional mother, grandma, sister and aunt. She enjoyed being with the community, family and friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents Silviano and...

Robert Tempone

Robert Tempone

Jan 18, 2023

Robert Tempone a resident of Espanola passed away suddenly on January 18, 2023.  A memorial service will will celebrated at a later date.

The care of Robert Tempone has been entrusted to DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory of the Espanola Valley. (505)747-7477 www.devargasfuneral.com

Thomas "Tommy" Lopez

Thomas "Tommy" Lopez

Jan 18, 2023

Thomas Lopez, AKA, "Tommy" passed away on January 18, 2023 of congestive heart failure. Tommy was a kind soul, who at times would argue, but within 15-minutes he would be smiling at you.  He leaves behind Julian Lopez (brother), Jimmy Lopez (brother), Roy Garcia (brother), Andrew Salazar (brother), Darlene Johnson (sister), and Yvonne Telles (sister). Tommy is now with all...

Louis Mathew Martinez

Louis Mathew Martinez

Jan 17, 2023

Louie Mathew Martinez, 23, unexpectedly passed away Tuesday, January 17th, 2023. Louie was born July 24th, 1999, in Espanola, to his mother Lucia Herrera and father Louie Martinez. He is survived by his two brothers, Joshua, and Owen, two sisters, Anika, and Mila, his mother, two nephews, Greyson and Haidyn, maternal grandmother Frieda, paternal grandmother Lena Martinez, and many aunts,...

William George Moya

William George Moya

Jan 17, 2023

William George Moya, 76 of Alcalde, NM passed away peacefully at his home on January 17, 2023. William was born on March 11, 1946.

He is predeceased by his father Luis Moya, his mother Erlinda G. Moya, Brothers, Luis “Moyita” Moya, Rosendo Moya, and Thomas C. Moya. Sisters, Dorothy A. Martinez, and Nancy Maratas. Son, Davy Lee Moya, Sr.

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Flora D. Martinez

Flora D. Martinez

Jan 17, 2023

Flora D. Martinez, age 64, a resident of Espanola, NM, passed away of January 17, 2023, from a lengthy illness.

She is preceded in death by her son Carlos Martinez, parents Facundo and Emilia Martinez and sons-in-laws Leon Martinez and Richard Martinez.

Flora was a loving, caring, elegant woman who loved spending time with her companion of 28 years, her...

Ursusinia "Susie" Espinoza

Ursusinia "Susie" Espinoza

Jan 17, 2023

Ursusinia (Susie) Espinoza, age 85 of Espanola, passed away on January 17, 2023 surrounded by her family.

Susie was a wonderful mother, grandma, sister and aunt. She enjoyed being with family and friends. She was a very feisty woman and would tell you how it was and at the same time she was a very loving person.  We will always...