Arlene Lucille Padilla
Oct 4, 2025
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Arlene Lucille Padilla, born in El Rito, NM, on November 5, 1935, of Espanola, NM, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 4, 2025, with family at her side in Tucson, AZ.
A retiree of the New Mexico State Records Center & Archives in Santa Fe, NM, she was the most precious, generous, selfless mother, grandmother, wife, sister, aunt and friend to...
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...
Seferino Archuleta
Oct 6, 2025
Seferino Archuleta, 88, a resident of Hernandez was born on April 17, 1937 in Ojo Caliente, New Mexico. Sef passed away on October 6, 2025 of a lengthy illness. Sef grew up on Comanche and Ojo Caliente. Sef enlisted and proudly served in the U. S. Navy. Following his military service, he made a career in welding. One of his...
Horace Leyba
Oct 6, 2025
Horace Leyba, 68, a lifelong resident of Canjilon, NM, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2025, after a lengthy illness.
He was preceded in death by his parents Jose M. Leyba Jr. and Sarita Leyba, daughter Vanessa Leyba and brothers in law, Roger Gonzales and Ernie Salazar.
He is survived by his son Jose and daughter Angela Leyba, beloved granddaughters Alysia and...
Samuel Teodoro Jose Griego
Oct 4, 2025
Samuel Griego (Sammy G), resident of Espanola, NM, passed away at the age of 44 on October 4, 2025, after a lengthy illness.
Sammy was a highly creative individual. He demonstrated a gift for creative writing and earned a full ride scholarship to the College of Santa Fe, where he wrote poetry. Inspired by his uncles, Samuel also studied barbery and earned...
Irene Roybal
Oct 8, 2025
Heaven gained a beautiful soul. Irene Roybal, 77, went home to be with the Lord, surrounded by her loving family on October 8, 2025. Born on September 26, 1948, to Antonio and Margarita Vigil, Irene was the oldest of six siblings. She was born and raised in Chimayó, New Mexico, where she developed a deep love for her family, faith,...
Leo Quintana
Oct 5, 2025
Leo Quintana passed away on October 5, 2025, in Alcalde, NM.
The full obituary will be posted when it's available.
Services are pending.
The family of Leo Quintana has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home.
Glenn Gene Fernandez
Oct 5, 2025
Glenn Gene Fernandez, 56, passed away on October 5, 2025. He was born on April 22, 1969, in Embudo, New Mexico, to Felix Fernandez Jr. and Olivia Fernandez.
Glenn grew up in Alcalde, New Mexico, and graduated from Española Valley High School. After high school, he proudly served in the United States Marine Corps before embarking on a long career as a...
Angelita Alma Olivas
Oct 1, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Angelita Alma Olivas, a beloved mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and cherished friend. Her death was unexpected and a large loss to the family.
Angelita was born a happy and bright baby on November 26, 1993. She passed away on October 1, 2025, having lived a short but loved 31 years....
Billy Law
Oct 7, 2025
Billy W. Law, born on January 28, 1945, in Spartanburg, South Carolina, passed away at the age of 80 after a recent battle with cancer. Billy had a heart of gold and had a special way of touching everyone's hearts, known for his great sense of humor, his love for family, friends, and of course chocolate.
A devoted family man, Billy...
Felipe B. Rivera
Sep 30, 2025
Felipe B. Rivera, 81, a lifelong resident of El Guache, NM, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2025 after a short illness.
He was preceded in by death his parents Alberto and Felomena Rivera, his brothers Ray and Fedal Rivera, brother-in-law Robert Lucero.
Felipe is survived by his wife Flora Rivera, daughter Michelle Salazar (Shawn) son Phillip Rivera (Corina), brothers Macrio and...
Tito Jaramillo
Sep 28, 2025
Tito Jaramillo, 81, of Tierra Amarilla, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2025 at 3:13 am.
Tito was born to Ernesto (Nene) and Lucia Valdez in Mancos, Colorado on April 10, 1944. He was adopted 10 days later by Rafael and Lupita Jaramillo on the 20th day of April. Tito was a dedicated, noble, and persevering young man that...
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...
Loren Towne Abercrombie
Sep 25, 2025
Loren “Towne” Abercrombie, 40, a lifelong resident of Espanola, New Mexico, passed away on September 25, 2025.
Towne was born November 9, 1984, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, to Loren and Lucie Abercrombie.
He was a devoted Father, Son, Brother, Uncle and Friend. He had a heart of gold and had a special way of touching everyone’s hearts.
He was preceded in death...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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