Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico
Robert John Montoya
Jul 27, 2017
Robert J. Montoya a lifetime resident of Espanola, New Mexico was born into this life on November 16, 1982 . He passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 27, 2017. Robert was preceeded in death by his Parents; Diane Montoya, and Rudy Lopez, Brother; Zachary Lopez, Maternal Grandparents; Donicio and Geneva Montoya. Robert is survived by his sister; Nicole Montoya-Lopez and...
Rubelia Martinez
Jul 27, 2017
Rubelia G. Martinez, 95 years old has joined her husband of 74 years, Ovaido Martinez in eternal rest. She was preceded in death by her son, Mike Martinez, her grandson, Nelson Martinez, granddaughter Connie Reynolds and husband Chris Reynolds, parents, Samuel Gonzales and Beatrice Fresquez, her in-laws, Elias and Aurora R. Martinez, her brother Leandro Gonzales and many other relatives...
Raymond T. & Mary Vigil
Jul 25, 2017
Mary D. Vigil, passed away on Sunday, July 16, 2017, and not soon after her husband of 65 years, Raymond T. Vigil, met her on the path to their next journey, on Tuesday, July 25, 2017. A memorial ceremony will be at a later date. Please call Rivera Family Funeral Home in Santa Fe for more information. 505-989-0732
Thomas Fitzsimmons
Jul 24, 2017
THOMAS FITZSIMMONS Thomas Fitzsimmons died peacefully early morning July 24, 2017. He was born Oct. 21, 1926 in Lowell, Mass. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Karen, his son Sean (Lisa), granddaughter Caitlin, son Ian (Jean), grandson Duncan. Thomas served in WWII as an underage merchant seaman just after Pearl Harbor and was discharged from the USAAF...
Maria Fabrizia Marcus
Jul 23, 2017
Maria Fabrizia Marcus (nee de Staglieno) May 22nd, 1924 – July 23rd, 2017 After having led a long and fulfilling life, Maria Fabrizia Marcus (nee de Staglieno) was called home to the Lord on July 23rd, 2017. She was 93. Born in Genova, Italy, into Italian aristocracy - her father was the Marquis Carlo de Staglieno of Genova and her...
Lawrence E. Westfall
Jul 22, 2017
Lawrence E. Westfall, 35 passed away on July 22, 2017. Lawrence was Preceded in death by his Grandparents; Lorenzo and Ernestina Espinoza, Grandmother; Helen Cavinder, Great Grandmother; Beroniz Martinez. Uncles; Albert Espinoza, Eric Espinoza, and Elvis Espinoza. Aunts; Sue Westfall, and Judy Little. Lawrence is survived by his Parents; Melvin “Skip” Westfall and Thelma Espinoza. Son; David Westfall, Daughter; Angelina...
Dora Cobb
Jul 21, 2017
Dora L. Cobb, age 87 passed away at home in El Guique, NM. Dora was born November 20, 1929 in San Rafael, NM to Juan and Josephita Gallegos. She was preceded in death by her parents, Juan and Josephita Gallegos; 3 brothers, Ross, Gilbert and Orlando Gallegos; 3 sisters, Alice Gallegos, Anne Blankenship and Emma Gallegos. Dora is survived by...
Cecilia Ortega
Jul 21, 2017
Cecilia T. Ortega, age 74, has passed away at her home in Santa Fe, NM on July 21, 2017. She was born on April 28, 1943 in Carrizozo, NM to Mary Guebara and Candelario Trujillo. She married Edward T. Ortega on January 13, 1978. She is preceded in death by her Parents and Husband, and Brother Earnest Trujillo. She is...
Jerry A. Duran Jr.
Jul 21, 2017
Jerry A. Duran Jr. Jerry A. Duran Jr., age 58, of Santa Fe, passed away on July 21, 2017. He is preceded in death by his Father, Jerry Duran Sr., Grandfather, Joe B. Duran, Grandmother, Louisita Duran, Grandmother, Margarita Hurtado, and Grandfather, Guadalupe Tapia. He is survived by his Mother, Mary Duran, Son, Lawrence Duran (Christine), Grandson, Lawrence Duran Jr.,...
Jose Felix Valencia Iii
Jul 19, 2017
Jose Felix Valencia III Born: April 15, 1942 Died: July 19, 2017 His heart of gold was overflowing with love when he heard his calling home. As a life-long resident of Pecos, NM, he was a parishioner of St Anthony’s de Padua Parish, an active member of St. Vincent de Paul, Knights of Columbus, and an original founder of Pecos...
Calvin Hulburt
Jul 19, 2017
Calvin Hulburt, 66, of Arroyo Hondo passed away on July 19, 2017. He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Emilia Hulburt, sisters, Loretta Rininger and Alice Wiggert. He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Dory Hulburt, sisters, Aileen Ebent (Alan) and Delores Lind, brothers, David (Mary and Craig (Jan) Hulburt.
Ernestina Marina Cruz
Jul 18, 2017
Ernestina Marina Cruz was called home by the Lord on Wednesday, July 18th surrounded by her loving family. Ernestina was a homemaker and along with her husband, Epimenio, raised their four children in the beautiful mountain village of El Valle. She lived a life filled with faith, kindness, and generosity. She was a longstanding parishioner of Holy Family Parish in...
Carol Martinez
Jul 18, 2017
Carol Martinez, age 76, passed away on July 18, 2017 surrounded by her loving family. Carol Martinez was preceded in death by her parents; Antonio and Eloisa Herrera of Dixon, NM; sister Conchita who died 10 days before her 14th birthday; brother Antonio Herrera, Jr who was called Tony died at the age of 25, he was a US Navy...
John J. Saiz Jr.
Jul 17, 2017
John J. Saiz Jr., 74, lifetime resident of Santa Fe, New Mexico and retired lieutenant of the Santa Fe Fire Department of 20 years, died the late evening of July, 20, 2017 after a courageous battle with cancer. John was born March 20, 1943, the beloved son of Juan Jose Saiz Sr. and Melinda Ortiz Saiz, both deceased. Survived by...
Andrea Rivera
Jul 16, 2017
Andrea Pilar Rivera, 36, of Costilla passed away on July 16, 2017. She is survived by her children, Mona Rivera (Julian Padilla), Aliya and Alexis Colbruno, granddaughter, Harmony Padilla, parents, Richard Rivera and Placida Rivera (Art Sanchez), brother, Damian Rivera (Donovan Stokey), special aunts, Agatha Garcia and Diana Rivera, numerous uncles, aunts and other relatives. Rosary will be recited on...
Pauline G. Vigil
Jul 16, 2017
Pauline G. Vigil, age 86, of Santa Fe, passed away on July 16, 2017. She is preceded in death by her Parents, Juan and Elizaria Griego, Sister, Josie Baca (Carlos), Brother, Juan Griego (Josefita). She is survived by her Husband, Abel Vigil, Son, Patrick Vigil (Lupe), of Las Cruces, Daughters: Yolanda Marie Garcia (Robert), of Las Cruces, Kathy Vigil, of...
Evangeline "Vangie" Wells
Jul 16, 2017
EVANGELINE “VANGIE” WELLS 06-27-1943 – 07-16-2017 Our beloved mother, grandmother, and sister went to be with our Lord and her beloved husband of 48 years on July 16, 2017. She was preceded in death by husband, George A. Wells; parents Agapito and Cirilia; siblings: Benita, Priscilla, Junior, and Tony. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who always gave...
Daniel Berrigan
Jul 14, 2017
Berrigan, Daniel T., age 71 of Santa Fe, NM died July 14,2017 at home. Cremation and a private memorial service will be held at a later date.
