Obituaries

Mar 5, 2026

Martin J. Roybal, lovingly known by his family as “Sherm,” was born on April 2, 1958, in Las Vegas, New Mexico. He passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at his home in Española, New Mexico.

Martin was welcomed into eternal rest by his beloved parents, Marcello and Teresa Roybal; his brother, Henry Gutierrez; his brother-in-law, Leo “Lucky” Jaramillo; his...

Mar 4, 2026

ADRIAN P. ESCOBEDO

Adrian Escobedo (Dre) gained his angel wings and joined Gods Heavenly Kingdom on March 4, 2026, after a short illness. 

It is with heavy hearts that we have lost a beloved husband, father, son, brother, nephew, son-in-law and soon to be grandfather whom we dearly loved and will greatly miss his warm smile, contagious laugh and witty sense of...

Mar 4, 2026

Albert C. Rivera, 65, was born July 18, 1960, passed away on March 4, 2026. He was a blessed son, brother, father , uncle and cousin.

Albert was preceded in death by his son Albert Anthony Archuleta; brother Harold Goodnight and Tracey Gomez Archuleta; mother of his children; grandparents Albert and Filomena Rivera and other deceased family members.

Albert is survived by...

Mar 4, 2026

On March 4, 2026, Esther Lydia Velasquez, 86, of Arroyo Seco, NM, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family. Esther was born on March 5, 1939, in Gallina, NM, to Amadeo Chacon and Amalia Sanchez, and raised by her adoptive parents Apolonio and Antonia Chavez.

Esther shared 53 years of marriage with Bernie, and together they experienced many adventures. Of all...

Mar 3, 2026

COURTESY ANNOUNCMENT

MONICA LYNN “LU” JARAMILLO, a resident from Ojo Sarco, NM, was born in Belen, NM, on July 11th, 1978 was taken to be with our dear Lord with her family on her side on March 3rd 2026. 

She had suffered sudden illness while on vacation in Cabo San Lucas, a place that she loved to visit. She loved the ocean....

Mar 3, 2026

Anita “Neet” Osborn, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, greatgrandmother,and sister, moved on to her heavenly home on March 3, 2026, at the age of 99. Until her passing, she lived independently in the house her husband built, diligently performing all household duties and driving herself wherever she needed to go. Her resilience and tenacity were truly remarkable. 

Born Anita D. Hissman...

Mar 2, 2026

Joe M. Trujillo, age 80 passed from this life to be with our Lord on March 2, 2026, at his home in Nambe, New Mexico, surrounded by his family. He was born on February 5, 1946. 

He was preceded in death by his parents Abenicio and Alvinita Trujillo; his birth mother Mary Margaret Montano; In-laws Rogelio and Petrita Valdez; brothers-in-law Florencio...

Mar 2, 2026

Charles Calvin Davis, 77, a resident of Abiquiu, NM,  passed away on March 2, 2026. Charles was born in Hartford, Connecticut and moved to New Mexico as a child. Charles was a loving, kind, and generous husband, father, and friend. He enjoyed spending time with his family, working on cars, and spending time at the casinos with his wife. Charles...

Mar 1, 2026

Mar 1, 2026

Sandra Cata, our sweetheart, passed unto our Lords hands on March 1, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

Sandra was raised in the beautiful, green Velarde Valley along side her sister Alice, brothers Lawrence, Ralph and Sam by loving parents Clara and Lorenzo Garcia.

Sandra graduated from McCurdy High School, worked 35 years at the Los Alamos National Laboratory, retiring in 2008.

Sandra,...

Mar 1, 2026

Stella May Naranjo

“For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.”

Philippians 1:21

With much sadness and yet with joy, on March 1, 2026, we bid our precious Stella Naranjo farewell. She left us to be with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She was born March 27, 1932, raised in La Puebla, and lived a long and full...

Feb 28, 2026

Sandra Thompson of Espanola, NM (Ohkay Ohwingeh) passed away peacefully on February 28, 2026. Born September 1, 1942 in Santa Fe, NM to Edward and Ruth Cata. She was a loving mother, wife, and sister. 

Sandra was preceded in death by Leroy Thompson (spouse), Desiree St. Onge (daughter), and Edward Tafoya (son).

Sandra is survived by two daughters, one son, and one sister...

Feb 28, 2026

Batrice I. Vigil, 66, of Chimayo, NM, born November 9, 1959, passed away on February 28, 2026.

Batrice was preceded in death by her husband Gerald Vigil, sons Antiono and Pablo Vigil, father Lennis “Skip” Taylor, brothers Jerry Wayne and Michael Ray, paternal grandparents Clyde and Flossie May Taylor, maternal grandparents Paul and Ernistine Olivas, and God Father Tony Lujan.

Batrice is...

Feb 28, 2026

COURTESY ANNOUNCEMENT

Trudy Martinez Duran, 77, a resident of Española, NM, passed away peacefully at the Taos Living Center on February 28, 2026.

Trudy was a longtime employee of Rio Arriba County and had served as the Children’s Nursery Director at El Buen Pastor Church, where she lovingly cared for many children over the years. She had a nurturing heart and a...

Feb 26, 2026

Frances V. Garcia, 73, of Llano de San Juan, NM, was born June 18, 1952, passed away suddenly on February 26, 2026.

Frances was preceded in death by her husband Jose Ricardo Garcia; parents Conrad and Elevenia Valdez; her in-laws Jose Leopoldo and Sofiria Garcia; brothers Raymond, Desidero and Gene Valdez; sister-in-law Dulcinia Tafoya, Celia Sanchez, Edith Sanchez and Eloisa Ortiz;...

Feb 26, 2026

Daniel "Danny" King

February 15, 1964 – February 26, 2026

Danny King, a lifelong Californian and a man of unwavering character, passed away on February 26, 2026, shortly after celebrating his 62nd birthday.

A Life of Service and Devotion

Born and raised in the Golden State, Danny felt a calling to serve his country early in life. His time in the military was the...

Feb 26, 2026

Arsenio David Trujillo, Jr., lovingly known to family and friends as “J,” passed away on February 26, 2026, in his beloved hometown of Nambe, New Mexico. Born on May 23, 1972, J was proud to have been born, raised, and to have spent his life in the community he loved.

J was preceded in death by his mother, Norma Trujillo, and...

Feb 25, 2026

FERNANDO STEVEN WAR, 40, a resident of Española, passed away on February 25, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on October 18, 1985, in Española, NM.

Fernando was a beloved father, son, brother, grandson, uncle, Godfather and friend to many. He was employed by Española and Pojoaque Public Schools. Known for his big heart, Fernando was deeply loved...

Feb 25, 2026

Fedelina Montalvo went to be with our Lord and her beloved husband on February 25, 2026. Born and raised in Cordova, New Mexico, she lived a life full of love and laughter among family and friends.

Fedelina, most lovingly known as Faye (or “Feathers”), was born on April 24, 1933, in Cordova, NM, to Demetrio and Eufracia Martinez. She graduated from...

Feb 24, 2026

Doniciano Herrera, age 67, passed away unexpectedly on February 24, 2026, at his home in Española, New Mexico. He was born on December 7, 1958, in Chamita, New Mexico. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jose M. and Rosalina Herrera; his brother, Johnny Herrera; sister Rosemary Maestas; sister-in-law Jennie Atencio, niece baby Jennifer Herrera; his son, Donald Gurule; and...