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
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.
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
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
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”
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
"Windy" Carl B. Berghofer Jr.
Mar 9, 2023
“Windy” Carl B Berghofer Jr., passed away on March 9th, 2023.
A husband, father, brother, son, who served in the USAF, Army National Guard, Radio Communications for the State of New Mexico, a Ham radio operator, Masonic Lodge member, firefighter, farmer, self-described philosopher who spent life loving family, helping, rescuing, people near and far.
Windy is preceded in death by...
Filia M. Duran
Mar 9, 2023
Filia M. Duran, 86, born on August 6, 1936, passed away on March 9, 2023.
She is preceded in death by her husband Lucas Duran; parents Valentin R. Valdez and Eva O. Valdez; sister Maria Espinoza; brothers Benito Valdez, Antonio Valdez and Michael Valdez; granddaughter Stephanie Rodriguez; brother-in-law’s Andres Sanchez, Luben Espinoza, Jose Lujan and sister-in-law Grace Valdez.
She is...
Jimmy Jake Serrano
Mar 9, 2023
Courtesy Announcement for Jimmy Jake Serrano
The family is saddened to announce the passing of Jimmy Jake Serrano, known as “Frog” by so many. Jimmy earned his Angel wings on Thursday, March 9, 2023, at the age of 69, after a 7-year battle with Cancer.️️Jimmy was born in Espanola, New Mexico on August 18, 1953, to Henry and Rosemarie Serrano....
Max Quintana
Mar 8, 2023
We are sad to announce the passing of our beloved Max Quintana of San Pedro. Max gained his angel wings on March 8, 2023 surrounded by his loved ones after a brief illness.
Max was born in Trinidad, Colorado to Julia Passarelli Quintana and Pete Quintana.
Max loved his work and was never tired of it. Up until his illness,...
Sammy L. Vigil Jr.
Mar 6, 2023
Sammy L Vigil Jr., 48, of Chimayó, NM, was called home to be with the Lord on March 6, 2023.
Sammy was known for helping out in his community with anyone’s electrical needs. He had a deep love for being in nature, he would go hunting with his cousins, brother, nieces & nephew & would take his children fishing.
He...
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