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Local obituaries for DeVargas Funeral Home and Crematory

Theodore "Ted" Trujillo

Theodore "Ted" Trujillo

Oct 25, 2022

Our beloved Ted, 77, passed away peacefully in his home in Chimayó on October 25, 2022. After suffering through a long, difficult fight with dementia, in the end Ted achieved una muerte dichosa, which he prayed for as a penitente for almost 50 years.

Ted was born on Christmas Eve, 1944 in Los Angeles to Cipriano DeAguero Trujillo of Chimayó...

Yolanda Archuleta

Yolanda Archuleta

Oct 24, 2022

Yolanda A. Archuleta

May 14, 1953 – October 24, 2022

With sorrow in our hearts, we regret to announce that Yolanda Archuleta (69), our mother, sister, grandma, niece, aunt and friend passed away peacefully at her home on October 24, 2022. Her kindness and strength will be missed.

She was preceded in death by her loving and caring husband,  J.V....

Jose Manuel Martinez

Jose Manuel Martinez

Oct 21, 2022

Jose Manuel Martinez - 96 years young - our cherished and adored Second Father, Grandfather, M&M, Tio, Chelo, and Our Friend! Jose Manuel was promoted to Heaven on October 21, 2022 surrounded by his loving family and angels in Scottsdale, Arizona. He was born on March 27, 1926 in Parkview, New Mexico. He was incredibly blessed to live a beautiful...

Gerald Lopez

Gerald Lopez

Oct 21, 2022

Gerald “Chumpe” Lopez Jr, 50, went to be with Our Dear Lord on October 21, 2022. Gerald was born on April 8, 1972 in Espanola.

He is survived by his beautiful daughters Alexis (Analisa), and Dymond (Ellie), his father Gerold, his siblings Pauline (Alex), Timmy (Tina), and Mark (Crystal), his favorite grandchildren Anastasia, Jeremiah, Isabella, and Max, his godchildren...

Maya O. Romero

Maya O. Romero

Oct 20, 2022

On October 20,2022, Maya O. Romero went to be with our Lord. Maya was a Loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grand mother. She is survived by her husband S. Oliver Romero. Children Roland and Gloria Romero, Jeremy and Nichole Workman, Thomas and Andrea Romero. Grand children, Pamela Archuleta, Oliver and Gina, Alicia and Charles, China and Viola Workman, Audri,...

Merrill Kenyon

Merrill Kenyon

Oct 20, 2022

Merrill Elery Kenyon, born December 8, 1928, in Santa Fe, New Mexico to Laura Lillian Wofford and Elery Arla Kenyon passed away peacefully at the age of 93 with his family by his side at his home in Los Alamos New Mexico on October 20, 2022. He was a native New Mexican till the end. Merrill is survived by Audrey,...

Joseph A Maestas

Joseph A Maestas

Oct 19, 2022

 

Joseph A. Maestas (72) peacefully passed to his Eternal Home, surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, October 19, 2022.

He was born on June 25, 1950, to Jose de la Cruz and Antonia E. Maestas. He attended Highlands University where he met the love of his life and future wife, Diane J. Maestas. They were married for 48...

Luisita Varela

Luisita Varela

Oct 18, 2022

Luisita Varela, age 90, a resident of Ojo Caliente, passed away on Tuesday, October 18, 2022. She was born on December 21, 1931, in Canon de Vallecitos, NM to Jose Natividad and Maria Lauriana Varela. She was preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Adonela, Elizaida, Natividad, Eugenio and Lorenzo Varela. Luisita is survived by her children, Josephine Garcia (Archie) of Ojo Caliente, Annette Varela (David) of Santa Cruz, Kenneth Varela (Eric Jackson) of Ojo Caliente; grandchildren,...

Elmer Nicholas Sanchez II

Elmer Nicholas Sanchez II

Oct 17, 2022

 

Elmer N. Sanchez II, 36, of Hernandez, New Mexico, was tragically taken from us and passed away October 17, 2022.

Elmer was born on May 23, 1986, in Espanola, New Mexico.  He graduated from Espanola Valley high School in 2004, and started his 17-year career with Los Alamos National Laboratory. He began his career in Radiation Protection in 2010, where he was an important contributor, mentor and leader as an RCT, supporting the Laboratory’s mission.

In 2009, Elmer welcomed...

Albert "Tony" Maez

Albert "Tony" Maez

Oct 17, 2022

Albert (Tony) Maez, 71, a resident of La Mesilla, passed away on October 17, 2022, after a lengthy illness.  He was preceded in death by his parents: Abe and Frances Maez and his mother-in-law, Celia Vasquez and a number of other loved ones.  He is survived by his wife, Anna Maez of the family home.  Children: Greta Maez and companion...

Eddie Lovato

Eddie Lovato

Oct 16, 2022

 

Eddie Lovato, 36, of Santa Fe, NM passed away on October 16, 2022. 

Eddie is preceded in death by his Grandparents Adolfo and Ermalinda Gasca, Uncles Adolfo Gasca Jr., David Gasca, Horace Gasca, Jessie Gasca, Eddie Gasca and Ernie Gasca.

Eddie is survived by his mother Dolores Trujillo, son Eric Lovato, sister Mary (Shawn) Guffey, sister Theresa Trujillo, brother...

Demostenes Brito

Demostenes Brito

Oct 16, 2022

DEMÓSTENES BRITO

Our beloved Father and Grandfather Demóstenes Brito, age 86 a lifelong resident of Dixon passed away peacefully on October 16, 2022 after a lengthy illness.  He was born on February 14, 1936 in Dixon, NM to Jose and Elisa Brito.  He is preceded in death by his wife Lillian, son Leonard, daughter Emily, grandson Damian, brothers Obed and...

Rafael Branch

Rafael Branch

Oct 14, 2022

Rafael L. Branch, III was born on June 18, 1985 and went to be with our Lord  on Friday, October 14, 2022.  Rafael is preceded in death by is grandmother Faye Davis and grandfather Gordon Davis, grandfather Leopoldo Sanchez and Ralph  Branch Sr., uncles Carlos Sanchez and Manuel Branch.

Rafael is survived by his mother Lisa S. Branch, and father...

Beatrice Apodaca

Beatrice Apodaca

Oct 12, 2022

 

Beatrice J. Apodaca, 76, a resident of Fairview, New Mexico, departed this world peacefully to join the Lord and her husband Ernest early Wednesday morning, October 12, 2022.  She was born and raised in El Guache, New Mexico. She is preceded in death by her loving husband of 42 Years, Ernest J.P. Apodaca; her parents, Felix and Angelina Salazar;...

Priscilla Mary Sosaya

Priscilla Mary Sosaya

Oct 11, 2022

 

On October 11, 2022, God called Priscilla M. Roybal Sosaya home. She grew up in Pojoaque, New Mexico, moved to San Diego, CA, and returned to New Mexico where she passed away.

She dedicated her life to her husband Alejandro Augustin Sosaya and to raising their family. She had a passion for exploring the world, and serving others while...

Roberto Soto Frausto

Roberto Soto Frausto

Oct 11, 2022

Roberto Soto Frausto, age 69 of Espanola, went to rest with the Lord on October 11, 2022 in Santa Fe after a courageous battle with cancer.

Roberto was preceded in death by his daughter Juanita Soto; his parents Vicente Soto and Soledad Frausto.

Roberto is survived by his wife Leticia Nava de Soto; daughters, Elva Soto and husband Rafael, Leticia...

Robert Patton

Robert Patton

Oct 10, 2022

As of October 10, 2022, it is with profound sadness and loss that we announce the passing of our son, brother, father, grand-father, great-grandfather, relative, and friend to all whose lives he touched and played a role in. He departed us at the young age of 68yrs old and despite living such a short life, he managed to leave a...

Monica Espinoza

Monica Espinoza

Oct 10, 2022

 

Monica Espinoza, age 54 of Espanola, passed away on October 10, 2022.

Monica was a mother of two beautiful girls Nicole and Tiffany.  She enjoyed being with family and friends. She was a very loving and caring person, she made friends easily and had a smile and a laughter that would light up a room.  We will always cherish...

Aaron Lloyd Aguilar

Aaron Lloyd Aguilar

Oct 8, 2022

Aaron Lloyd Aguilar passed away on October 8, 2022 at 55 years of age. Lloyd was an engineer at the University of New Mexico. He also faithfully served our country in the U.S. Armed Forces. He will be greatly missed by all who loved him.

A Rosary will be held on Wednesday October 12, 2022 at 6:30pm at the...

Christopher J. Duran

Christopher J. Duran

Oct 8, 2022

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Christopher J. Duran, 45, of La Puebla, New Mexico.  Chris passed away on Saturday, October 8, 2022, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.  

He was proceeded in death by paternal grandparents Juan and Bernie Duran; maternal grandparents Juan and Olympia Rodriguez; primo -hermano Jose Duran.   He is survived by his parents Emilio and...

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