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Daniel Trujillo Sr.

Daniel Trujillo Sr.

Jun 13, 2021

Daniel Trujillo Sr. originally of Capulin, Colorado, passed away on June 13, 2021 to be with his beloved wife Joann and our Lord. He died peacefully at his home in Canjilon, NM where he lived his final 4 years with his youngest daughter Doris and her family.

He is survived by his children, Karen (Allen), Daniel Trujillo...

Eric Martinez Jr.

Eric Martinez Jr.

Jun 12, 2021

Eric Napoleon Martinez, Jr. – Age 37 a resident of Chimayo, passed away on Saturday, June 12, 2021.  He was preceded in death by his maternal great grandparents: Francisco and Gregoria Marquez and Antonio and Louisa Sanchez; paternal grandparents, Ascencion Y. and Seferina Martinez; aunt Corina Martinez, brother, Joseph Anthony Martinez and many other relatives.  Eric Jr.,...

Velma Cartier

Velma Cartier

Jun 12, 2021

Velma “Dee” Cartier 58, a resident of Santa Clara Pueblo went to be with the Lord on Saturday, June 12, 2021. Dee was born on September 27, 1962, in Panama City Florida, Tyndall Air Base to her parents Wayne and Nina Motah. She was an enrolled member of the Comanche Nation/Santa Clara Pueblo. Dee lived most of her youth...

Michael Chacon

Michael Chacon

Jun 12, 2021

Michael L. Chacon - Born October 21, 1953 passed away with his daughters by his side on June 12, 2021. He is preceded in death by his father the late New Mexico State Senator, Matias L. Chacon, his mother Teresa R. Chacon, brothers Matthew Chacon and Donald Chacon, as well as his sister Bernadette Chacon-Nelson. His is survived by...

Joan Bates née Trujillo

Joan Bates née Trujillo

Jun 9, 2021

Joan Ann Bates (née Trujillo) of Silver Spring, Maryland, formerly of Denver, Colorado passed away on June 9, 2021 at Georgetown University Hospital, in Washington, D.C., at the age of 77. Joan was born at home on April 10, 1944, in Vallejo, California. Her father was employed, at the time, as an engineer at Mare Island Naval Ship Yard, in...

Amiel Lopez

Amiel Lopez

Jun 5, 2021

Amiel Lopez 47, a resident of Espanola passed away on June 5, 2021 of injuries sustained in an accident. He was preceded in death by his mother; Dinah Lopez. He is survived by his wife; Christine Lopez and one son, Adan Lopez both of Espanola. Two sisters; Rochelle Lopez and Paula Lopez and his father; Pablo Lopez all of Albuquerque....

Pete Padilla

Pete Padilla

Jun 4, 2021

Pedro (Pete) Medardo Padilla, 91, a resident of El Quique passed away peacefully at his daughters’ home in Espanola on Friday June 4, 2021.  Born to Pedro and Isabel Padilla on April 18, 1930, he was one of 12 children. Pete was proceeded in death by his loving wife Modesta (Sally) Padilla on August 30, 2017. His parents Pedro and...

Lucresia Martinez

Lucresia Martinez

Jun 3, 2021

Lucresia M. Martinez 75, a resident of Chimayo, passed away on Thursday, June 3, 2021. She is preceded in death by her beloved parents, Antonio and Gregoria Martinez; paternal grandparents, Sotero and Manuelita Martinez; maternal grandparents, Louise and Rosarito Marquez; brothers, Louie, Gerson and Gilberto Martinez; sisters, Orlinda and Loraine Martinez; nephews, Benjie, Evan, Jaron, Anthony Martinez and Tomas...

Lucille Gomez

Lucille Gomez

Jun 1, 2021

Lucille T. Gomez, 90, a resident of Lower San Pedro Road, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, June 1, 2021 after a brief illness.  She was born on March 31, 1931 in Taos, New Mexico and was a long time kindergarten teacher for the Espanola Public Schools.  Lucille received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Music Education...

Erma Romero

Erma Romero

Jun 1, 2021

Erma Gene Romero, 65, a resident of Fairview, got her wings and went to walk with the angels on June 1st 2021. Erma was preceded in death by her mother, Adela Romero and father, Placido Romero; brother, Jose Jr.; and sister, Roberta. Erma was a fun loving woman who enjoyed talking and making friends wherever she went. There was never...

Deacon Harold Gallegos

Deacon Harold Gallegos

Jun 1, 2021

Deacon Harold M. Gallegos, 63, of Los Brazos, NM passed away on June 1, 2021 at his home.

Harold was born on May 14, 1958 in Santa Fe, NM to Manuel and Susie Gallegos. He graduated from Escalante High School and attended business courses in Albuquerque. He later started work at Red & Mid Foods in Chama;...

Victoria Webber

Victoria Webber

May 31, 2021

Victoria Delores Wardell Starnes-Webber from Kansas City Missouri passed away on 31 May 2021 at University of New Mexico, Albuquerque. Miss Webber was a professional ballroom, tap dancer of the 1960's who became a wife, mother and publisher of Jehovah's Witnesses.

She was preceded in death by her daughter Tonia Renee Webber. She is survived by her...

Karen Rowan

Karen Rowan

May 31, 2021

Karen Rowan passed away on May 31, 2021 after a 5 year battle with lung cancer.

Karen was born in Abilene, Texas on December 13, 1949.

Her family moved to Houston, where, at the age of 12, completely on her own,

she made profession of faith in Jesus Christ as her Lord and...

David Martinez

David Martinez

May 30, 2021

David Martinez, 54, of Chimayo passed away May 30, 2021, surrounded by his loved ones. His interests included music, writing poetry, road trips, good eats and spending time with his friends and family. He especially loved attending Sunday services at Victory Faith. He was preceded in death by his parents Erminio and Faby Martinez; and niece, Monica Salinas. David is...

Danny Esquibel

Danny Esquibel

May 28, 2021

Danny Esquibel, 47, a resident of Penasco, a beloved father, grandfather, son, uncle, and friend left us unexpectedly on Friday May 28, 2021, to be with the Lord.  Danny was born on July 09, 1973, in Taos, New Mexico.  Danny will be remembered for his sense of humor. He made friends everywhere he went and enjoyed having conversations with anyone...

Michael Amaya

Michael Amaya

May 27, 2021

Michael Amaya, 42, a resident of Chimayo, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, uncle, and friend left us on Thursday May 27, 2021, to be with the Lord.  Michael was born on May 11, 1979, in Espanola, New Mexico.  Michael will be remembered for his outgoing personality.  He made friends everywhere he went and enjoyed having conversations with anyone...

Johnnie Quintana

Johnnie Quintana

May 25, 2021

Johnnie A. Quintana, 92 years old, from Upper San Pedro Road was called home by his Lord on May 25th surrounded by his loving family. Johnnie was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Tomas and Maria Rita Quintana; maternal grandparents, Juan Pablo and Cloefas Fresquez; parents, Jose D. and Adelita Quintana; stepmother, Maria Quintana; wife and mother of his...

Leopoldo Serna

Leopoldo Serna

May 24, 2021

Leopoldo A. Serna, 90, a lifelong resident of Hernandez, NM, passed away on Monday, May 24, 2021, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born September 18, 1930 in Hernandez, NM. He attended St. Michael’s High School and graduated in 1949.

After high school, Leo served his country in the United States Army during the...

Sally Maestas

Sally Maestas

May 23, 2021

SALLY R. MAESTAS, 79, a resident of Lower San Pedro, passed away peacefully after asking God to relieve her of her pain on Sunday, May 23, 2021. Sally was born on September 9, 1941 in Embudo New Mexico to Eloy D. and Eloisa L. Roybal. She married Lupe R. Maestas and together they had a son Raymond Maestas Biological grandson...

Louisa Sandoval

Louisa Sandoval

May 23, 2021

Louisa M. Sandoval, age 99, a lifelong resident of Chimayo, NM passed away peacefully in her home on May 23, 2021, with her family by her side.  It is with great sorrow that her family announces her unexpected passing but we stand strong with the firm guidance, respect, and unending love that she instilled in our family.  Louisa was...

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