Matthew Sanchez
Dec 9, 2022
Matthew James Sanchez, age 24, passed away on Friday, December 9, 2022. Matthew James, as he was affectionately called, loved spending time with his family. Matt loved going to school and was currently attending NNMCC where he was majoring in Environmental Science and was due to graduate with the class of 2023. Matt loved spending time with his beloved “Mama”...
Viola Sisneros-Rael
Dec 9, 2022
Viola Sisneros-Rael, age 89, of Ojo Caliente, NM, passed away on December 9, 2022.
She is preceded in death by her husband Pancracio Rael, parents Anastacio & Roberta Sisneros, sister Genevieve Pignoni, brother Anastacio Sisneros Jr., sister Rosina Baca, sister-in-law Eufelia Sisneros and Margaret Sisnersos.
She was a beloved teacher in Petaca, Ojo Caliente and El Rito for nearly 40...
Bernardita "Bernie" Herrera
Dec 8, 2022
Bernardita (Bernie) G. Herrera, beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, Great Great-Grandmother, aunt, sister and friend, passed away peacefully at her home in Los Pachecos, on her 93rd birthday which was on December 8, 2022 on the day of the Immaculate Conception. Leaving behind many broken hearts. Bernie was born in Calipatria, California to Antonio and Estephanita Guillen.
Bernie met her...
Norina Francis Ashmore
Dec 8, 2022
Norina Francis Ashmore, 86, was born November 13, 1936 in Embudo, New Mexico. She passed away peacefully on December 8, 2022, the Day of the Immaculate Conception after a long battle with breast cancer. Norina was a beloved Mother, Grandmother, Aunt and Sister. She was loved deeply by all who knew her and will be greatly missed.
She...
Emeri Montoya
Dec 6, 2022
Emerí Stephen Montoya 27, a resident of Albuquerque NM went to be with Our Dear Lord on December 06, 2022. He was a loving, caring, outgoing all around amazing soul and will be greatly missed by all who loved and cherished him. His positive outlook, generous spirit, and kind heart left an impression everywhere he went. He enjoyed loving on...
Manuelita Lopez
Dec 6, 2022
Manuelita “Mellie” Olivama Medina Lopez, 91. Our beloved mom, grandma, aunt and Nina passed away peacefully on December 6, 2022. Born November 21, 1931, in Llano de San Juan, NM. Attended San Juan de Nepomuceno Catholic Church in Llano de San Juan. Mellie’s life revolved around her Catholic faith and her family.
Mellie is survived by her daughter Shirley Lopez...
Amos Andres Atencio
Dec 5, 2022
Amos Andres Atencio, 83, a beloved father, community developer, and loyal norteno, passed on December 5, 2022, joining his cherished wife of 60 years, Joann. He is survived by his daughters, Gina Atencio Rodriguez (TJ) and Eva Atencio and grandchildren, Roman Rodriguez and Anisa Perno. He was predeceased by his parents, Tomas Atencio and Bernardita Roybal Atencio, his brothers: Tomas,...
Neil James DeHerrera
Dec 5, 2022
Neil James DeHerrera, 48, a resident of Espanola NM, joined our Lord and Savior, on Monday, December 5, 2022. He is preceded in death by his maternal Grandfather Fredrick DeHerrera, paternal grandparents Honorio and Juanita Rael, Uncle Fredrick David DeHerrera, Cousins Dennis Rael, Leona Quintana, Johnny Lawson, and friends Chris Valdez and Dina Barron-Ortiz.
Neil was born to Diana DeHerrera...
Deacon Danny Valdez
Dec 4, 2022
Reverend Mr. Jose Daniel Valdez, 68, entered this life on February 7th, 1954 and was called to his eternal home on Sunday December 4th, 2022. Deacon Danny was born to Dolores P. Barry in Torrance, CA and was raised in Nambe, NM by his maternal grandparents Jose R. and Juanita Valdez. He was a 1972 graduate of Pojoaque High School....
Ercilia Amaya
Dec 3, 2022
Ercilia Amaya, 73, left this world to be with our dear Lord on December 3, 2022, after a long battle with cancer, with her family by her side.
She was preceded in death by her parents Eliseo and Beroniz Ortega, sisters Alice and Joe Cordova, Pauline and Liborino Lopez, brothers Joe Ortega Raymond Ortega, great grandson Martin Palacio, In-Laws Gregorio...
Denise Valdez
Dec 3, 2022
Denise Valdez, 69, a resident of Cebolla, NM, was called home on December 3, 2022. Denise was preceded in death by her father, Aquilino Valdez, her mother, Matilde Valdez (Martinez), brother, Martin Valdez, brother, Monty Trujillo and Grandson, Richard Aragon.
Denise was a business woman for many years. During her career she helped countless people enjoy their lives despite...
Max Vigil Jr.
Dec 3, 2022
Max J. Vigil Jr., 91, passed away peacefully at his home in San Pedro, NM on Saturday, December 3, 2022, surrounded by his loving family.
He is preceded in death by his loving wife Frances Vigil, parents Maximilliano and Georgia Vigil Sr., and grandson Eric Montoya.
He is survived by his children Michael Vigil, Raymond Vigil (Theresa), Maxine Gambler (Wallace),...
Bianca Lee Saunders
Dec 2, 2022
Bianca Lee Saunders, born June 10, 1992 in Los Alamos, New Mexico, was unexpectedly called home to the Lord December 2, 2022. Bianca, lifelong resident of Pojoaque, New Mexico graduated from Pojoaque High School in 2010. Bianca was the first female football player on the Pojoaque football team and was Homecoming King her senior year.
Bianca had two passions: first-...
Alma Valdez
Dec 2, 2022
“But as God call us one by one the chain will link again”
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of our beloved Alma A. Valdez, 54, a resident of Alcalde. On Friday, December 2, 2022, Alma was called home and into the arms of our heavenly father.
Alma truly lived life to the...
Edward (Eddie) Padilla
Dec 2, 2022
Edward (Eddie) Michael Padilla age 68 of Hernandez, NM passed away peacefully on Friday, December 2, 2022, at his home in Shadow Mountain. Eddie was born on August 9, 1954, in El Guache, NM to Jose and Luisa Padilla.
Eddie is survived by his 2 children-Michael Padilla of Espanola and Georgette Garcia (Roland) of Shadow Mountain. His grandchildren Heather...
Lorraine Martinez
Dec 1, 2022
Lorraine Martinez, age 88, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 1, 2022.
Lorraine was born in El Guique, New Mexico. She is preceded in death by Husband Edwardo Martinez, Her parents, Henry and Mary Louisa Martinez, brothers: Joe, Fermin, Gerald, Sisters: Eva Cata, Gloria Martinez.
She is survived by her three children: Louisa Garcia, Joe Pres Martinez, wife (Geraldine) of...
Anessa Rivera
Nov 30, 2022
Anessa Rivera was born on November 30, 2022. Anessa was a treasured daughter of Arturo Rivera, and Amanda Aragon. Others mourning her loss include, (brother) Angel, (sister) Analicia, and (twin sister) Anissa Rivera.
A rosary will be recited on December 21, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. at the DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory in the Sangre de Cristo Chapel.
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Juan Jimmy Bustos
Nov 28, 2022
Juan “Jimmy” Bustos Sr.
March 21, 1954 – November 28, 2022
Jim passed away peacefully after a long illness at the age of 68 on Monday, November 28, 2022, in Fort Worth, Texas. He was surrounded by his devoted family: his wife Lucille, his children Jimmy, Mark, Dana, and Christopher, his daughter-in-law Rachel, and his only granddaughter, Isabella Rose.
Born...
Dean O Barnhart
Nov 28, 2022
Dean O. Barnhart born October 22,1947, age 75, a resident of Espanola passed away on November 28,2022.
Dean is preceded in death by his parents Owen and Dora Barnhart, sister Marlene Hickel, twin brother Dale Barnhart, mother- in-law Ramona Vigil, Father-in-law Felimon Vigil and stepson Christopher Tapia.
Dean worked retail sales retiring from Sears but later working for Lowe’s...
Mario Minekesu Thomas Jr.
Nov 28, 2022
Mario Minekesu "Strong One" Thomas Jr. was born on April 18, 1998 and died on November 28, 2022.
He was an enrolled member, born and raised in Santa Clara Pueblo and was from the Narragansett Tribe of Rhode Island. He is survived by his father Mario Thomas Sr. , his mother Camille Moquino, stepfather Darwin Yazzie Sr., his companion Brianna...
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