Eloy Naranjo
Dec 30, 2024
Eloy Naranjo, a resident of Santa Clara Pueblo, NM, passed away December 30, 2024.
Eloy was preceded by his birth parents Delfido and Lugardita Naranjo; brother Andy; sisters Carolina Douglas and Candelaria Naranjo; adoptive parents Eugene and Faustina Gutierrez; parents-in-law Salvador and Celestina Naranjo; sister-in-law Sylvia Naranjo; brother-in-law Clifford Naranjo, and Lowell and Dora Wilson.
Eloy is survived by his Wife of...
Dolores Cecilia Sanchez
Dec 30, 2024
Dolores T Sanchez (Lolly), 76, a resident of Velarde, NM, was called to be with our Lord Jesus Christ on December 30, 2024. She was born in Embudo, NM, on July 18, 1948, to Elmer and Isabel Torres.
She was preceded in death by her husband Peter F Sanchez Sr.; daughter Alicia Sanchez, her Son Peter F. Sanchez Jr.; father Elmer...
Edna Mae Martinez
Dec 29, 2024
Edna Mae Martinez
February 4, 1976 – December 29, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Edna Mae Martinez, a beloved mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, and cherished friend. Edna passed away after battling cancer for many years. She fought strong and hard. Edna entered this world on February 4, 1976, and brought love and warmth into...
Jonathan Cordova
Dec 29, 2024
With broken hearts and sadness, we announce that on December 29, 2024, our beloved Jonathan Cordova was heartlessly taken from this world but he is now triumphant in heaven with our Lord Jesus Christ. Jonathan was a respectful, loving, caring and very kind man who was taken from this world to soon. He was a journeyman/carpenter by trade. He loved...
Tomas E. Vigil
Dec 28, 2024
Tomas Elizardo Vigil, 85, of Taos, NM, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2024 after a lengthy illness.
Tomas was born on November 22, 1939, to Elizardo and Trinidad Vigil in Cundiyo, NM. After he graduated from St. Michael’s High School in 1957, he went on to study Forestry Management at New Mexico State University. He was employed by the State...
Carlos Maestas
Dec 28, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Carlos Maestas, 43, father, son, brother, uncle, grandson, nephew, and friend who was called home with our heavenly Father on Saturday, December 28, 2024. Carlos spent his final moments in the care of St. Vincent hospital, surrounded by his loving family, who held him close as he embarked on...
Robert Tafoya Jr.
Dec 27, 2024
Robert Tafoya Jr., 47, a resident of La Villita, NM, passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024.
Robert Jr. leaves behind a legacy of love and resilience.
He was preceded in death by his brother Jonathan Tafoya, maternal and paternal grandparents Benito and Julia Lucero, Benito and Terecina Tafoya, aunts and Uncles Leroy and Vangie Tafoya, Ida Quintana, Mary Lou Tafoya, Fred...
Grace M Medina
Dec 27, 2024
Grace Medina, 91, of Lyden, NM, peacefully entered eternal rest on December 27, 2024. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, Grace’s life was a testament to love, kindness, and devotion to her family and faith.
Grace was born on August 30, 1933, in Dixon, NM, to Fidel and Delfina Martinez. She was one of eleven siblings, growing up...
Francisco Joseph Romero
Dec 27, 2024
Francisco Joseph Romero, 19, embraced in loving care and prayers by his family, passed to his eternal heavenly home on December 27, 2024. Francisco, also affectionately known as Cisco or Ponch, was born in Taos, New Mexico, on June 4, 2005, to Michelle Trujillo and Jeremy Romero.
Francisco graduated with honors from Pojoaque Valley High School in 2023 and attended New...
Donella Herrera
Dec 27, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Donella Herrera, 90, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend, who was called home by our heavenly Father on December 27, 2024. Surrounded by her loving family, Donella entered into eternal rest, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and faith.
Born on April 20, 1934, to...
Jason R. Rodriguez
Dec 24, 2024
It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved son, brother, and father, Jason Rodriguez, a resident of Rio Lucio, New Mexico. Jason was called home on December 24, 2024, at the age of 41. He was born on October 16, 1983, to Manuel and Dolora Rodriguez.
Jason is preceded in death by his...
Aurelia G. Madrid
Dec 22, 2024
Aurelia G. Madrid, was born on November 30, 1924, and passed away on December 22, 2024. When asked her name, she would proudly respond, "Aurelia Graciola Rodriguez Madrid".
She is preceded in death by her parents Rosa and Jose Rodriguez; her siblings Mary, Ray, Joe, Robert, Rosita, and Dolores, and her great grandson Estevan.
She is survived by her children Anna Rogers,...
Joe Robert Romero
Dec 21, 2024
Joe R. Romero, beloved husband, son, uncle, godfather and friend, entered into eternal rest on December 21, 2024. A resident of Dixon for 42 years but originally from Ojo Caliente. Joe was strong in his faith and was a regular parishioner at the St. Anthony Catholic Church in Dixon where he served as an usher.
He was preceded in death by...
Jose Leopoldo Sonny Garcia
Dec 20, 2024
Jose Leopoldo (Sonny) Garcia, 85, From Lower San Pedro Rd, Passed away on December 20, 2024, with his family by his side. Sonny, as he was known to all, was born on February 20, 1939, to Isabel (Chavez) and Leopoldo Garcia in Espanola.
Sunny was preceded in death by his parents, maternal grandparents, Luis and Ursulita Chavez, Paternal grandparents, Adolfo and...
Carlos Guillermo Vigil
Dec 15, 2024
Carlos G. Vigil, 91, beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, uncle and friend, was called to be with Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday afternoon, December 15, 2024. Carlos left this life peacefully in his home, surrounded by his beloved family. He was born on September 25, 1933 in Cundiyó, New Mexico to Pedro Vigil and Petronila Vigil, and...
Teodoro Ulibarri
Dec 15, 2024
Teodoro “TJ” Ulibarri, 38, passed peacefully at home surrounded by his family on December 15, 2024. Born on November 30, 1986, in Las Vegas, NM, TJ was the son of Teodoro “Ted” and Deborah Ulibarri.
TJ had a passion for hunting and enjoyed horseback riding. He brought joy to many through his witty personality and charm.
TJ was preceded in death by his...
Michael Donald Salazar
Dec 15, 2024
It is with great great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved son and brother Michael Donald Salazar, a resident of El Llano NM. Michael was born on December 13, 1968 and passed away from a short illness on December 15, 2024.
Michael was a loving son, brother, nephew, cousin, and friend. Michael was a blessing to all who...
Allen Jerome Fernandez Sr.
Dec 15, 2024
Allen Fernandez was born June 11, 1962, to Leo and Julia Fernandez in Grants, New Mexico.
Allen Fernandez was born June 11, 1962 to Leo and Julia Fernandez in Grants, New Mexico.
He grew up in Rio Lucio and graduated from Penasco High School. Allen loved being in the mountains, where he would hunt and fish. He married the love of his...
John King
Dec 14, 2024
Johnny King Jr., beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend passed away on Saturday, December 14, 2024. Johnny was born on April 13, 1933, to Johnny King Sr., and Aurora Armijo King and raised in Santa Fe.
Johnny was preceded in death by his wife Luisita King, his daughter Irma Cordova, his son Allen King, his granddaughter Jovanna Cordova,...
Genevieve Josephine Archuleta
Dec 14, 2024
Genevieve J. Archuleta
10/21/1935-12/14/2024
On December 14, 2024, Genevieve J Archuleta, 89, a resident of El Llano, NM, originally of Santa Cruz passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones.
Genevieve was preceded in death by her father Rafael, sister Noberta, mother Genara, sister Trinidad, daughter Jeanette, grandson Joshua, father of her children Paul, husband Estevan, and daughter Lisa.
Genevieve is survived by her daughter...
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