Lucille Maria Cordova
May 16, 2026
Lucille Maria Cordova, age 62, of Chamita, New Mexico, passed away on May 16, 2026 after a short courageous battle with cancer. A beloved daughter, mother, sister, grandmother, aunt and friend. Lucille was born October 11, 1963, in Embudo, New Mexico to Jose Trinidad Cordova, Jr and the late Ercilia Lopez.
Lucille was born the third child of 5 and is...
Velma Vigil
May 13, 2026
Velma Brenda Vigil passed away at her home in Hernandez, New Mexico, on May 13th, 2026, after losing a tough battle with colon cancer.
Velma was born February 21st, 1966, in Fairview, New Mexico, to parents Bobby and Theresa Vigil of Hernandez, New Mexico. She spent her childhood years in her hometown before graduating and moving to Tennessee. Velma then moved...
Fernando "Skullz" Andrade
May 17, 2026
Fernando Antonio Andrade, lovingly known to many as “Skullz,” passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2026. A beloved son, brother, husband, grandfather, uncle, and friend, Fernando dedicated his life to public service through a long and meaningful career in law enforcement communications.
Fernando served for more than 20 years as a dispatcher with the Española 911 Center and most recently as...
Adela Garcia
May 16, 2026
Adela Garcia, 80, of Espanola, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026.
Adela was born August 11, 1945 in Sabinoso, NM and resided in Espanola for over 50 years. Adela had a passion for cooking. She leaves behind a legacy of love as a caring mom, proud grandma, beloved sister, and loyal friend to many.
She is preceded in death by her...
Pamie Chacon
May 14, 2026
Our dear mommy, Pamie P. Chacon was called by our heavenly father on May 14, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Our mother was born on April 7, 1952 in Cordova, NM to Jeremias and Celida Romero. Mom had a passion for caring for the sick, from working graveyard shift at the Hacienda de Salud for 10 years (1990 -2000)...
Lupe Quintana
May 9, 2026
Lupe Quintana was born on December 11, 1945, to Jose R. and Benita Martinez of Chimayo, NM. She was a life-long resident thereof. Lupe passed away unexpectedly on May 9, 2026, with her loving daughter at her side.
Lupe was preceded in death by her husband Steve F. Quintana; sons Steve F. Quintana Jr. and Billy Quintana from Chimayo; parents, Jose...
Arthur Max Marquez
May 9, 2026
Arthur Max Marquez (Art), from Espanola went to meet his savior on May 9, 2026, at the age of 81. He was born in Dragerton, Utah on September 2, 1944. He was raised in Colorado. Moved to the Espanola Valley in 1963. He was employed by Hunter Tractor Company for 24 years and left as Parts and Service Manager. He...
Flora L. Martinez
May 14, 2026
In Loving Memory of Flora L. Martinez August 11, 1936 – May 14, 2026
Flora L. Martinez, lovingly known to many as “Granny Flora,” passed away surrounded by the love and legacy she spent a lifetime building through faith, family, education, and service. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, scholar, and homemaker, Flora’s life reflected grace, intelligence, resilience, and unwavering love...
Rodolfo "Rudy" Augustine Abeyta Jr.
May 1, 2026
Rodolfo "Rudy" Augustine Abeyta, Jr., (June 12, 1953 - May 1, 2026) 6 weeks shy of being 73, passed away unexpectedly at Espanola Hospital. He was a life-long resident of San Pedro.
Rudy was preceded in death by his parents, Rodolfo, Sr. and Antonia (Tonnie) Abeyta, and his in-laws, Orlando and Josephine Martinez, all of San Pedro. His maternal grandparents Victoriano...
Ana Vargas Garcia
Apr 16, 2026
In Loving Memory of Ana Bani Vargas Garcia
Ana Bani Vargas Garcia, 54, of Chimayo, New Mexico, passed away on April 16, 2026. She was born on June 28, 1971, in Guerrero, Chihuahua.
Ana was a woman whose presence brought warmth and comfort to those around her. She had a deep love for cooking, often expressing her care through the meals she...
Pamie Chacon
May 14, 2026
Our dear mommy, Pamie P. Chacon was called by our heavenly father on May 14, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Our mother was born on April 7, 1952, in Cordova, NM, to Jeremias and Celida Romero. Mom had a passion for caring for the sick, from working graveyard shift at the Hacienda de Salud for 10 years (1990 -2000)...
Sandra Ann Calvert
May 13, 2026
Sandra Ann Calvert, daughter of the late Jose Felix and Maria Reycita Calvert, was born on July 25, 1961, and was called home on May 13, 2026. She was the third oldest of six children and was raised with strong family values that she carried throughout her life.
Sandra was reunited in eternal rest with her beloved son, Jessy, and her...
Joseph Phillip Martinez
May 9, 2026
Joseph “Joe” Martinez, a resident of Arroyo Seco, went home to be with his Creator on Saturday, May 10, 2026, after a lengthy illness.
He was preceded in death by his father, Manuel Martinez; his brother, Ted Martinez; his grandparents, Concepcion and Esther Martinez, and Guzman and Antonita Vigil; his uncles, Freddie Martinez, Eloy Martinez, Bobby Vigil, and Mike Vigil; and...
Maria Lourdes Truman
May 2, 2026
Maria Lourdes Truman, born March 11, 2026, passed away far too soon, leaving behind broken hearts and countless cherished memories. Maria was a beautiful soul whose presence could light up any room. She was full of life, laughter, love, and strength, and she touched the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know her.
Maria had a deep love for the outdoors...
Karlos Antonio Sanchez
May 1, 2026
Karlos Antonio Sanchez
He was called home on May 1, 2026, at the age of 42. He was born in Albuquerque, NM.
He is preceded in Death by his Father, Keith E. Sanchez, grandparents, Franklin “Frankie” and Carolina Sanchez (Espanola), Cousins, Erick Sanchez (Espanola) and Kyle Moya (. Grandparents, Samuel and Alice Maestas, Aunt Mary Ann Maestas, Uncle, Sam Maestas Jr, Stanley...
Ashley Manzanares
May 1, 2026
Ashley Marie Manzanares Heaven Gained May 1st, 2026, our beloved Ashley Marie Manzanares was called to Heaven on May 1st, 2026.
Her arrival in Heaven was met by her mother Angela (Juanita) Martinez, her father Manuel Manzanares, her grandpa Dan (Octaviano) Martinez, and her uncle Michael Martinez. Great-Grandparents MaryLou and Fermin Chavez, Grandparents Linda and Daniel Manzanares, Uncle Alejandro Manzanares.
Ashley was...
Steve Polaco
Apr 30, 2026
Steve John Floyd Polaco born October 3, 1951, in Espanola, NM, to Elfigo and Adele Polaco.
He was born into the Los Brazos Polaco/Gallegos family of his father, and the Ensenada Velasquez family of his mother. He is proceeded in death by parents Adele & Elfigo Polaco, brother Serafin Joe Polaco, 4 grandchildren, Iyla, Inez, Izzy and Isaiah. His death was...
Johnny Antonio Lujan
Apr 29, 2026
Johnny Lujan, 70, of Santa Cruz, NM, passed away unexpectedly on April 28, 2026. He has now been reunited with his beloved daughter, Maria Elena, whom he held close in his heart.
Johnny dedicated many years of service to Jemez Mountain Electric Cooperative, where he was known for his strong work ethic, reliability, and quiet dedication. He took pride in his...
Estrella Shay Fernandez
Apr 28, 2026
Estrella Shay Fernandez
1/29/2020-4/28/2026
Estrella Shay Fernandez was born 1/29/2020 in Albuquerque, NM to Allyson Fernandez and Orlando Hernandez Del Castillo, passed away 4/28/26 at UNM Hospital in Albuquerque, NM resulting from complications from a Respiratory Chronic Condition from birth.
Preceded in Death by her beloved Grandpa Allen Ferndandez Sr., brother Henry Hernandez Del Castillo, Great Grandfathers Leo Fernandez and Juan Romero, and...
Joey Rodriguez
Apr 26, 2026
Joey Isaac Rodriguez “ Sinner “
July 20, 1981 - April 26, 2026
Joey Rodriguez, 44, a resident of Velarde, NM, passed away unexpectedly on April 26, 2026.
He was preceded in death by family, (grandmother) Mary Frances Salazar, (grandfather) Jose Miguel Maestas, (father) Robert Eloy Rodriguez, (aunts) Joann Avila, Jenni Atencio, Loretta Gonzales(Guadalupe Meme Gonzales), Joann Maestas, (Uncles) Lencho Maestas, Tony Salazar, Leo Gonzales, Felipe...
