Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico

Connie Hesch

Connie Hesch

Aug 14, 2022

Connie was a member of Santa Fe's St. Anne Parish, where she served as a Sacristan, Lector, Eucharistic Minister, and sang with the Gregorian Chant Choir. She was a Sacristan at the Guadalupe Gift of Life Center. Connie was a Registered Nurse, a Graduate of UTEP/Hotel Dieu School of Nursing and Maquette University in WS. Connie worked for the Santa...

James Evanson

James Evanson

Aug 13, 2022

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James Evanson (75 years) and his wife, business partner, and fellow architect, Lisa Kapp Evanson (67 years), died in a small plane crash near Peoria, Illinois on August 13,...

Melanie Garcia

Melanie Garcia

Aug 13, 2022

Melanie Garcia (36) came into this world on April 8th 1986, she left this world on August 13th 2022. Melanie was preceded in death by great grandparents Albert Sr and Mary Henzie, and Isabel Urban. Great uncle and aunt Ken and Mary Law, Aunt Kimberly Henzie and Uncle Daniel Romero. She is survived by parents Edward and Theresa Romero, siblings...

Lisa Evanson

Lisa Evanson

Aug 13, 2022

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Lisa Kapp Evanson

On August 13, 2022 Lisa Kapp Evanson, 67, together with her husband James (Jim) Evanson, 75, died in a small plane crash enroute to visit family...

Amanda Otero

Amanda Otero

Aug 13, 2022

Amanda Yvette Otero, 43, went to be with our heavenly father peacefully in her sleep in the early morning of  August 13, 2022 in Estancia, New Mexico. Amanda was born on January 28, 1979 in Santa Fe, New Mexico.  Amanda was preceded in death by her loving mother Yvonne Martinez; Grandparents: Dennis and Frances Otero; Gabby and Carolina Martinez

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Ida Spagnola

Ida Spagnola

Aug 13, 2022

Ida Spagnola passed into eternal life at 3AM, Saturday, August 13, 2022. A devoted wife and mother, she was preceded in death by her husband Anthony John Spagnola, parents Leandro Gallegos and Octaviana Salazar, brothers Robert Gallegos and Odon Gallegos, and sister Henrietta Alarid. 

Through her humility and honesty, Ida brought out the best in everyone who had the...

Frank Lorreto

Frank Lorreto

Aug 12, 2022

Frank was born August 16, 1948 and has passed August 12, 2022.

The family of Frank has entrusted the gentle care of their loved one to Rivera Family Funeral Home in the beautiful Espanola Valley. We invite you to post a condolence, a thoughtful message, a photograph or share a memory for the family to read on the guestbook. 

Ernest Sanchez

Ernest Sanchez

Aug 12, 2022

Ernest Sanchez, 83, of Santa Fe, and formerly Albuquerque, passed away Friday, August 12, 2022 at his Santa Fe home surrounded by his loving family.

He was born April 12, 1939 in Dilia, NM, the son of Canutita Ulibarri Sanchez and Manuel Sanchez.  He and Dolores Gonzales were married in Denver, CO on September 30, 1967.

Ernie was a proud...

Sandra Hoffacker

Sandra Hoffacker

Aug 12, 2022

Sandra Hoffacker was born March 6, 1949 in Bradford, Pennsylvania and passed away on August 12, 2022 at Enchanted Living of New Mexico in Albuquerque. At her side were her brother Ben, his wife Theresa and Dr. Rosemary DeCosta. Sandra lived a robust life in barns and fields across Pennsylvania and New Mexico. Her love of horses was a constant...

Frank Loretto

Frank Loretto

Aug 12, 2022

Frank Loretto, 73 of Jemez Pueblo passed away unexpectedly on August 12, 2022 at his residence.

 

The Loretto Family has entrusted their loved ones care to Rivera Family Funerals & Cremations of Espanola, NM.

 

Please share your condolences or a favorite memory with the family.

Daniel V. Quintana

Daniel V. Quintana

Aug 12, 2022

Daniel V. Quintana, 41, a resident of Espanola, New Mexico passed away unexpectedly on August 12, 2022 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Daniel was welcomed into the world by his parents Jose P. Quintana and Janet Viareal in Espanola, New Mexico on November 14, 1980.

Please share your favorite memories of Daniel or your condolences with the family,

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David Lucero

David Lucero

Aug 11, 2022

David Modesto Lucero, 71, of Santa Fe, NM, A dedicated servant of God, passed away on August 11th 2022.

David was born on June 2, 1951 to Gonzalo R and Celina M Lucero in Cordova, NM. David was a talented master wood carver like his dad.

Through the years, David enjoyed hunting, fishing, being a Royal Ranger Leader, and sharing...

Josephine Carpenter

Josephine Carpenter

Aug 11, 2022

Josephine was born March 10, 1928 and has passed on August 11, 2022. Josephine will be greatly missed by those who love her. 

The family has entrusted the gentle care of their loved one to Rivera Family Funeral Home in the beautiful Espanola Valley. We invite you to post a condolence, a thoughtful message, a photograph or share a...

Joyce Salazar

Joyce Salazar

Aug 11, 2022

Joyce Catherine Salazar passed August 11, 2022 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She will be greatly missed by all those she loved. Services are currently pending the family of Joyce invite's you to post loving memories, photos or well wishes. 

Rudolfo "Rudy" Rios

Rudolfo "Rudy" Rios

Aug 9, 2022

Obituary Rudolfo (Rudy) Rios

Rudolfo (Rudy) Rios, 82, a life-long resident of Santa Fe passed away on August 9, 2022 in Santa Fe, surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jesús and Teresa Rios, brother Juan Rios and sister Mary Rios Smith. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather, survived by his...

Ray Vigil Jr.

Ray Vigil Jr.

Aug 8, 2022

Raymundo “Ray” Vigil, Jr.

Age 84, of Santa Fe went to be with our Lord on Monday August 8, 2022, peacefully surrounded by his family. He was an Airborne Ranger in the Army served during The Korean War. He was a carpenter and loved to work in his shop making crosses, tables, ladders, furniture and when you visited, he would...

David Medrano

David Medrano

Aug 7, 2022

On August 7, 2022: David B. Medrano passed away peacefully in his home with his family by his side. It was an honor to provide him with the love, care and support he needed through his illness and last days.

Davids’ utmost priority in life was to care and provide for his family. Building the family home from the ground...

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