Obituaries

Local obituaries for DeVargas Funeral Home and Crematory
Ralph R. Trujillo
Apr 10, 2026
Ralph R. Trujillo, of Hernandez, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 10, 2026, at the age of 70, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on January 11, 1956, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, to Jose E. and Manuelita Trujillo of Coyote, New Mexico, and was the first of five children.
Ralph dedicated more than 40 years to Los Alamos...
Cassie Lynn Alicia Seaboy
Apr 7, 2026
Cassie Lynn Alicia Seaboy of Velarde left this earth to be with our Heavenly Father on Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
Cassie attended Velarde Elementary School and graduated from Pojoaque High School in 2017. After high school, she chose to stay close to her mama in Velarde and enrolled at Northern New Mexico College for a few semesters. She soon discovered that...
June Ray McCall
Mar 21, 2026
June was born on April 17, 1962 in Espanola, NM to Raymond and Rosila McCall. Graduated from Espanola Valley High School and attended Northern New Mexico College. June was a dedicated mother, grandmother, sister and friend. June will be remembered for her loving and generous spirit and infectious humor.
June is survived by her father Raymond McCall; children Amber Cantrell, Crystalyn...
Patsy Irene Trujillo
Mar 29, 2026
Patsy Irene Trujillo, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away peacefully on March 29th, 2026, at the age of 83 in Truchas, NM.
Patsy lived a life rooted in love, strength and devotion to her family. She was known for her kindness, gentle spirit and humility.
Though Patsy worked in the medical receptionist role early on, she felt that motherhood...
Adrian Escobedo
Mar 4, 2026
ADRIAN P. ESCOBEDO
Adrian Escobedo (Dre) gained his angel wings and joined Gods Heavenly Kingdom on March 4, 2026, after a short illness.
It is with heavy hearts that we have lost a beloved husband, father, son, brother, nephew, son-in-law and soon to be grandfather whom we dearly loved and will greatly miss his warm smile, contagious laugh and witty sense of...
Jill Romero
Mar 27, 2026
Jill Romero, was a loving daughter, sister, aunt, mother, wife, grandmother and long time resident of the Espanola Valley.
She spent many years enjoying her work as a physical therapist, loved helping people and took pride in the work she did. Jill enjoyed spending time with friends, family and her grandchildren. She enjoyed going to the river, fishing, and cooking with...
Benjamin Montoya
Mar 23, 2026
In Loving Memory of Benjamin "Poncho" Montoya June 07, 1946 - March 23, 2026
Benjamin "Poncho" Montoya, a resident of Chili, born June 7, 1946, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2026, surrounded by his family.
He was preceded in death by his wife Dolly, his son Gabriel, great grandchildren Sammy and Eden Trujillo, his parents Donicio and Geneva Montoya, sisters Dolores,...
Donald Garcia
Mar 14, 2026
Donald Garcia Sr.
August 17, 1954 — March 14, 2026
Donald Garcia Sr., born August 17, 1954, in Las Vegas, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with Aplastic Anemia. After receiving a bone marrow transplant in November, he fought with strength and resilience until his body could no longer continue, and God called...
Paula Jeanne LeDoux
Apr 13, 2026
Paula Jeanne LeDoux passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home in Nambé New Mexico on April 13th, 2026 after losing a hard fought battle to Triple Negative Metaplastic Breast Cancer.
Paula was born April 4th, 1962 in Boston Massachusetts and was adopted by Merrill and Joan Kluhsman. Being the daughter of a Pastor in the Lutheran Missouri Synod Church,...
Joseph Ralph Archuleta
Apr 2, 2026
Joseph R. Archuleta, 63 years, of Espanola, NM, sadly passed away on April 2, 2026. Joseph was born on October 24, 1962, the youngest of twelve children. He lost his father at the young age of six years old and was raised by his mother, along with the love and support of all his siblings. As a child, Joseph was...
Alfonso Jose Aragon
Mar 31, 2026
Alfonso J. Aragon (Fonzi) left this earth to be with his Lord on March 31, 2026. His life’s story was of a faithful man of God, husband, father, and friend.
Alfonso is survived by his son, Alvin Aragon; Daughter and son-in-law, Janice and Nick Salazar and only granddaughter Josephine; Siblings Roman Aragon (Lorriane) and Vitalia Chacon; his goddaughters, Eunice Gallegos and Zelda...
Isaac Jose Maestas
Mar 29, 2026
Isaac Maestas, 78, lifelong resident of Hernandez, NM, passed away unexpectedly after a lengthy illness on March 29, 2026, born on April 11, 1947, to Josie Maestas, and raised with the help of Arsenio Sisneros whom he considered as his dad.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 40 years, Lourdes Maestas; parents Josefina & Arsenio Sisneros; sister...
Ignacio Victor Lucero Jr.
Mar 28, 2026
Ignacio Victor Lucero, Jr., age 78, passed away on March 28, 2026, in Española, New Mexico. He was born on February 21, 1948, in Las Vegas, New Mexico.
Ignacio was preceded in death by his parents, Ignacio V. Lucero, Sr., and Josephine Jones Vigil, and by his father‑ and mother‑in‑law, Jake and Lourdes Maestas.
A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and...
Jose I Garcia
Mar 25, 2026
Jose I. Garcia passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at his home in Chimayo,
Jose was preceded in death by his son Josecito Garcia; his parents Rosa and Ismael Garcia; siblings Gilbert, Lionel, Elaisa, Josephine Roybal; sisters-in-law Grace Garcia and Martha Garcia; brothers-in-law Serafin Roybal and Robert Pearson.
Jose is survived by his children, Flor Cordova of Chimayo and Matthew Garcia...
Jose Augustine Martinez
Mar 25, 2026
José “Augustine” Martinez
José “Augustine” Martinez was born on September 2, 1941, to Fidel and Adelina Martinez of Rio Chama, New Mexico. A longtime resident of El Rito, New Mexico, Augustine passed away on March 25, 2026, at the age of 84. He was preceded in death by his beloved parents; his brothers, Clotario, Fidel, and Orlando; and his cherished great-grandson,...
Mary Agnes Martinez
Mar 22, 2026
In Loving Memory of Mary Agnes Martinez April 12, 1946 – March 22, 2026
Mary Agnes Martinez, born April 12, 1946, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2026, surrounded by family.
Mary lived a life rooted in love, strength, and devotion to her family. She was known for her gentle spirit, kindness, and the warmth she shared with everyone around her. She...
Eli Fidel Cordova
Mar 22, 2026
Eli “Fido” Cordova, 76, of Cuba, NM, was born on September 10, 1949. He passed away surrounded by his loving friends and family on March 22, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Abran and Edwina; his sisters, Donna, Janie, Minnie, Helen, and Ida; and his sons, Jonathan and Joshua.
He is survived by his grandchildren, Jonathan and Adriana, his...
Eva Mary Giron Montoya
Mar 21, 2026
COURTESY ANNOUNCEMENT
Eva Mary Giron Montoya, age 77, if Rio Rancho, NM, born June 23, 1948, passed away surrounded by her family on March 21, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her mother Lucy Chavez and father Narciso Giron.
She is survived by her husband Levi Montoya; daughter Victoria Montoya, son Norman Jaramillo; grandchildren Diego and Vivian Parker and Andrew Jaramillo; great-grandkid...
Gary Archuleta
Mar 19, 2026
Gary M. Archuleta
07/04/1958 – 03/19/2026
Gary, 67 of Alcalde passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness surrounded by his loving family by his side on March 19, 2026. He was a beloved Son, Brother, Husband, Father, Grandfather and God Father.
Gary is preceded in death by his parents Eliberto & Anita Archuleta. Father & Mother-in-Law Frank & Flores Chavez. Brother-in-Laws Donald Chavez...
Juan Martinez
Mar 18, 2026
Juan “Johnny Cougar” Martinez, age 59, of Medanales, New Mexico, was born on January 8, 1967, in Española, New Mexico, to Anita and Jose Espiridon Martinez. He passed away unexpectedly on March 18, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Juan built a beautiful life in Medanales with his wife, Marcella, the love of his life, where they raised their children. He...
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