Maria Frances Archuleta
Sep 24, 2025
Maria Frances Archuleta, 80 of El Rito, NM, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was a giving person known for her love and kindness, especially to her grandchildren. Frances loved to entertain and cook for her family. Her spunk and kindness will not...
Evangeline Romero
Sep 21, 2025
Evangeline Romero was born on June 30, 1968. She was the youngest child of three children, born to Jose V. Romero and Esther C. Romero. Her oldest brother Victor Romero lives and resides in Ojo Caliente, NM, Gabriel Romero, the second and middle brother lives and resides in Las Lunas, NM.
Being the youngest child, Vangie was very special. She was loved...
Jose D. Vigil
Sep 23, 2025
Jose De la Cruz Vigil passed away at the age of 93 on September 23, 2025 after a short illness.
Jose was born and raised in Chimayo and later moved to Los Alamos where he spent most of his life. He served in the U.S. Army and fought in the Korean War. He enjoyed the outdoors planting flowers, and going to...
Paula Elizabeth Trujillo
Sep 23, 2025
Paula Elizabeth Trujillo, 59, a life-long resident of Chimayo, New Mexico passed away on September 23, 2025.
Paula was born September 14,1966 in Espanola.
She was preceded in death by her parents Benjamin "Mr. Ben" or "Benny" and Violet Rose Trujillo, and her daughter Dawn Daisy Vigil.
Paula is survived by a daughter Angel Rose Trujillo (David Hands) and grandson Ethan Emmanuel Hands...
Florence Poulin Jaramillo
Sep 22, 2025
Florence Jaramillo
December 23, 1930 – September 22, 2025
Florence Jaramillo, known to thousands as “Mrs. J” of Rancho de Chimayó Restaurant, died peacefully Monday, September 22, 2025 at her home. For sixty years she welcomed us to Rancho de Chimayó - loyal locals as well as visitors from around the world who became longtime friends. Her smile greeted every guest. Her...
Josie Vasquez
Sep 20, 2025
Josie Fresquez Vasquez passed away peacefully on the morning of September 20, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her loving family and close friends during her final days, just as she had always surrounded them with her strength, love, and warmth.
Josie was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Born in Espanola and raised in...
Lawrence "Lencho" Sanchez
Aug 24, 2025
Lencho Sanchez, 42, left his earthly body on August 24, 2025, in Chama, New Mexico.
A son, grandson, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend, Lencho was born on September 25, 1982, in Los Alamos, NM, and raised in Chama, New Mexico. He attended Chama Valley Schools and later completed a Plumbing Program at New Mexico Job Corps. He also excelled at...
Patricia Rael
Aug 29, 2025
Patrica Ann (Ball) Rael was born in Fort Sill, OK, on 8 January, 1947. She passed away in Santa Fe, NM, on 29 August, 2025, after 3 years in Casa Real Health Care Facility.
She was preceded in death by her son, Thomas Phillips, in 2001. She was widowed (Richard Rael) in 2023.
She is survived by her daughter Kathy Phillips, and...
Paul Abeyta
Sep 28, 2025
Paul Abeyta Sr., 93, a resident of Ohkay Owingeh, NM, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 28, 2025. He was born on January 14, 1932, to Juan and Trinidad Abeyta.
His unwavering commitment to duty was evident throughout his service in both the Army and Navy. His dedication to family was a testament to his loving nature and strong values. Through...
Dr. Cipriano Vigil
Sep 25, 2025
Cipriano F. Vigil, age 83, of El Rito, NM, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family, on September 25, 2025, after a lengthy illness.
Cipriano was preceded in death by his parents, Catalina Dominguez and Ruben Vigil; his son Fred Lopez; stepson Luis Tafoya; sister Betty Vigil; brothers-in-law Tony Vigil and Robert Gurule; and sister-in-law Josie Vasquez.
He is...
Felipe Joseph
Sep 21, 2025
Felipe Joseph passed away after a short illness on September 21, 2025, surrounded by his family at the age of 85.
Felipe was a truly remarkable man. He cherished by all who knew him as a loving husband, father and grandfather. His life was a testament to hard work and a diverse range of skills. He was a man who embraced life’s...
Agnes Lopez
Sep 17, 2025
Agnes R. Lopez, 71, of Hernandez, NM, passed away on September 17, 2025, surrounded by her family.
Agnes was preceded in death by her mother Elena Gallegas and father that raised her Samuel Gallegos; son Orlando Lopez Jr.; grandson Mario Lopez; sisters Gertrude Rael, Susan Bautista and Vickie Espinoza; brother Johnny Gallegos; in-laws Alberto and Lucinda Lopez; brothers-in-law Albert Lopez Jr....
Danny Cipriano Garcia
Sep 15, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Danny Garcia, age 44, from Chimayo, NM. Our Son, Brother, Uncle, Cousin, and Friend was called home on Monday, September 15, 2025, with his loving family by his side.
Danny was preceded in death by his loving grandparents Gregorio & Trinidad Vigil and Bernabe & Fabiola Garcia; stepmother Marylou Garcia;...
Maria Melva Romero
Sep 15, 2025
Melva was born on November 12, 1945, and passed away on September 15, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her son, Steven G. Romero; parents, Ramon C. Romero & Isabelita G. Romero; brother, Raymond C. Romero; nephew, Jeremy Vigil; brother-in-law, Mike Vigil; and other close relatives.
She is survived by grandchildren, Carlos (Megan), brother, Danny (Debbie), sister’s Ruby and Sylvia (Roman),...
Jeremy Isaiah Vigil
Sep 14, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved son Jeremy Isaiah Vigil, who passed away September 14, 2025, at the age of 31 surrounded by his family. Jeremy was born on July 22, 1994, in Santa Fe to Debbie Vigil and Robert Olivas.
He was a big gamer who adored Autumn and everything nature had to offer. Jeremy had...
Samuel Bird
Sep 13, 2025
Samuel Alfred Bird, age 42, passed away on September 13, 2025, at his parents’ home in Ohkay Owingeh, New Mexico. He was born on July 7, 1983, in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
He was preceded in death by his father, Stanley A. Bird, Sr.; his brother, Steven A. Bird; his grandmother, Josephine Cata; his uncles, Danny Bird and Eusabio “Sabie” Bird;...
Gerald Espinoza
Sep 13, 2025
Gerald Espinoza, age 57, a beloved resident of Phoenix, AZ and raised in New Mexico passed away tragically in a car accident on Saturday, September 13, 2025.
Gerald will be remembered for his playful banter, kind spirit, and infectious laugh. His greatest joy in life was his daughter and granddaughter, and he took pride in ensuring their happiness, always striving to...
Marbella Martinez
Sep 13, 2025
Mabella V. Martinez, 69, a lifelong resident of El Rito, NM, passed away suddenly at her home on September 13, 2025.
Marbella lived a life of service caring for her father until his passing, after which she became a manager for Visiting Nurses Service where she advocated for quality care of the elderly members of her immediate and surrounding communities. She...
Manuel Ricky Dixon
Sep 12, 2025
Manuel Ricky “Ricky” Dixon, 64, a beloved resident of Española, New Mexico, passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 12, 2025. He will be remembered as a devoted father, a cherished partner, a loving grandfather, and a steadfast brother—a man whose warmth and kindness touched the lives of his family and friends.
Born on March 4, 1961, in Española, Ricky...
Ernie Trujillo
Sep 11, 2025
Ernie Trujillo, 65, passed away on September 11, 2025. He was born on November 12, 1959, in Ely, Nevada, to Reynel and Oralia Trujillo.
Ernie grew up in New Mexico and graduated from Española Valley High School. After high school, he proudly served in the United States Navy, where he received an honorable discharge. Following his military service, Ernie went on...
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