Melanie J. Maestas
Jan 29, 2026
Melanie Jeanette Maestas, was born to Reginaldo and Maria Maestas on January 8, 1968, in Española, New Mexico. She was a devoted daughter and a beloved sister to Kathleen Maestas and Reggie (Kimberly) Maestas.
Española was always home for Melanie. A graduate of McCurdy High School, she held a deep affection for her hometown and state. Melanie dedicated her professional life to...
Irene Bustos
Jan 28, 2026
Irene F. Bustos, 85 a resident of El Valle De Arroyo Seco, NM, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. Irene was born on December 8, 1940, in Espanola NM to Antonia and Frank Herrera.
She is preceded in death by her husband Cipriano Bustos. Parents; Antonia and Frank Herrera. Brothers; Lino, Abel, Robert, Marcial, Dennis, Sister; Erminia....
Joseph Patrick Trujillo
Jan 28, 2026
Joseph Patrick Trujillo, known to many as Pat or “Package,” passed away in the early morning of January 28, 2026, at the age of 72. Born in Española on July 20, 1953, Patrick embodied a lineage of community stewardship, cultural preservation, and service that stretched back generations in Northern New Mexico.
Patrick was the middle of three children born to Jesusita...
Jesucita "Jess" Theresa Salazar Zoller
Jan 28, 2026
Jesucita Theresa Salazar Zoller, lovingly known as Jess, was born on April 17, 1981, in Farmington, New Mexico, and passed away on January 28, 2026, in Santa Fe, New Mexico. She made her home in Española, New Mexico, more specifically in La Mesilla, where she built a life filled with love, connection, and resilience.
Jess was preceded and surrounded in life...
Deluvina "Luby" Martinez
Jan 28, 2026
Deluvina Geneva Martinez, a life-long resident of Canjilon, NM, sadly passed away peacefully on January 28, 2026, with her family by her side after fighting her last and final battle. She was born in Leadville, Colorado on September 9, 1962 to Aquilino and Dolores Baca.
Deluvina (Luby) is preceded in death by both her parents, Aquilino and Dolores Baca and her...
Manuel Serrano
Jan 27, 2026
Manuel Serrano November 23, 1940 – January 27, 2026
Manuel Serrano, age 85, passed away peacefully. A man of integrity and warmth, Manuel lived a full life marked by hard work, simple joys, and unwavering devotion to the people he loved.
Manuel was a beloved brother, uncle, great-uncle, godfather, and cherished friend to many to name. He was known for his steady...
Albert Quintana
Jan 26, 2026
Albert Quintana, age 72, passed away on January 26, 2026, at his home in La Puebla, New Mexico. He was born on September 4, 1953, in Española, New Mexico.
He was preceded in death by his parents Antonio & Elizaida Quintana, his brother Isidoro Quintana and his sisters Cornelia DeAguero (Elifar), Estolia Martinez (Joe), and Lucy Quintana.
Albert is survived by his...
Antonio "Tony" Herrera Sr.
Jan 26, 2026
,ANTONIO (TONY) B. HERRERA, 60, a resident of Riverside, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Monday, January 26, 2026. He was preceded in death by his son Arsenio (AJ) Herrera, his parents Johnny C. and Amada Herrera, grandparents, Antonio and Eduvigen Quintana, Rafael and Ramoncita Herrera; sister JoAnn Herrera, brothers Carlos and Johnny C. Herrera Jr, brothers-in-law Eddie Atencio...
Juan Gallegos
Jan 26, 2026
Juan Jose Gallegos Jr. (Johnny), beloved father and grandfather, passed away on January 26,2026 at the age of 85 peacefully in his home with his family by his side.
Born on January 11,1941 in Las Tablas, Juan lived a life marked by hard work, devotion to family, humor, and faith. He was known for his hard work in the US Forest Services...
Albert Rodriguez
Jan 26, 2026
Albert Rodriguez beloved husband, dad, son, grandpa, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, great uncle gained his angel wings on January 26th, 2026, at the age of 56
Albert is preceded in death by his son Phillip Martinez, dad Alberto Rodriguez, grandma Josephine Gallegos (from California), mother-in-law Angie Ulibarri, father-in-law Patricio Ulibarri Sr., daughter in law Norma Barela and nephew Steven Velasquez (from California)
Albert...
Ted T. Archuleta
Jan 25, 2026
Ted T. Archuleta, 85 of El Rito, NM, passed away peacefully on January 25, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. Ted loved hunting with his son, grandsons and son-in-law. He loved fishing especially with his brothers and friends. Ted and Frances enjoyed going for a drive in the evenings to...
Robert Bernal
Jan 23, 2026
Robert "Sonny" Bernal
Beloved Husband, Father, Brother, Grandfather and Great- Grandfather; passed away January 23, 2026 at home with his family by his side after a lengthy illness.
Born in Pena Blanca, Robert lived a full life of 87 years. He was a strong believer in Jesus Christ. He took his last breath listening to the Word. What a blessing. He showed...
Octavio Horacio Romero
Jan 23, 2026
On Friday January 23, 2026, Octavio Romero took his last breath here on earth, at the Espanola Hospital. He was surrounded by his family as they prayed the Chaplet of Divine Mercy, the Rosary and christian songs. A priest was there to give him his last rights.
Octavio leaves behind his beloved wife of 67 years, Mariquita Romero. His two daughters...
Tommy Archuleta
Jan 23, 2026
Tommy Archuleta, age 63, a resident of Medanales, New Mexico, passed away on January 23, 2026, and is now with the lord.
Tommy was a beloved brother, Godfather, uncle, great-uncle, and friend. He is now reunited with his parents Severito and Renee Archuleta; brothers: David Archuleta, Kelly Archuleta, Keno Archuleta; and the love of his life Jean Gonzales.
Tommy lived a full...
Alfonso Duran
Jan 22, 2026
Alfonso Duran was a loving father, family man, and friend, as well as a dedicated community leader and patriot. He had a passion for cars, music, politics, and the art of striking a deal.
Growing up in Santa Fe, Al worked various jobs from a young age, building lasting friendships along the way. Whether delivering papers or working at a jewelry...
Richard Russom
Jan 21, 2026
Richard Joseph Russom, a lifelong resident of Chama, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2026, at the age of 85.
He was born on October 12, 1940, to Dan Russom and Elizabeth DeYapp. His early years were spent in the loving home of his maternal grandparents, Clarence and Lena DeYapp, where strong family bonds and lifelong values were formed....
Nelson Cordova
Jan 21, 2026
Nelson E. Cordova Sr.
December 15, 1940-January 21, 2026
Nelson E. Cordova Sr., age 85, passed away peacefully in his sleep, surrounded by his loving family.
Nelson was born in Cordova, NM, to Eloy and Lugardita Cordova, who preceded him in death. He grew up in the heart of Northern New Mexico and was a proud graduate of Española High School and was...
Joseph F. Atencio
Jan 19, 2026
Joseph was born to Andres and Lugardita (Rodriguez) Atencio in Espanola, New Mexico on May 28, 1950. He passed peacefully after a sudden illness on January 19, 2026, at St. Vincent Hospital in Santa Fe, NM with his loving family by his side.
Although Joseph was an only child, he was surrounded by many cousins and relations that knew him as...
Lourdes Bustos
Jan 17, 2026
Lourdes Bustos, a lifelong resident of Española, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born and raised in Española, Lourdes spent her entire life in the community she cherished.
Lourdes was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Andres Bustos; her son, Jose “Tito” Bustos; and her great-grandson, Jalen Bustos.
She is survived by her...
Julian Manuel Trujillo
Jan 16, 2026
Julian Manuel Trujillo
November 5, 1945 – January 16, 2026
Rio Chiquito, New Mexico
Julian Manuel Trujillo, age 80, a lifelong resident of Rio Chiquito, New Mexico, went to be with our Lord on Friday, January 16, 2026.
Julian was preceded in death by his parents, Estevan and Clarita Trujillo, and Solomon and Feliciana Trujillo; his father-in-law, Ascencion Y. Martinez, and mother-in-law, Seferina Martinez;...
