OBITUARIES

Jul 12, 2025

Katherine "Kate" Ortiz

Of Chupadero, NM passed away on Saturday, July 12, 2025. She is preceded in death by her husband Jeronimo "Jerry" Ortiz, her mother Julia Rael, her in laws, Vicente and Magelena Ortiz, sisters, Annie, Sarah, Beatrice and brothers Arturo, Diego and Tommy.

Katherine is survived by numerous nieces and nephews, and many friends who loved her dearly.

Katherine worked in...

Jul 11, 2025

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Jul 3, 2025

Verna Mary Caldwell, born on November 19, 1945, in Rawlings, Wyoming, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2025.

She is survived by her brother, Virgil Lopez Jr., and his wife Wilma of Rawlings, Wyoming; her nephews; and close friends Christine Trujillo and Dennis Platania, along with many others she loved dearly. She was preceded in death by her parents, Virgil Lopez...

Jul 2, 2025

Jun 20, 2025

Michael (Mike) Maldonado, age 67, a resident of Pecos, NM departed to his heavenly home the early morning of June 20, 2025, with his loving son Mikey by his side. Mike was born on August 17, 1957, to Narcissa and Manuel Maldonado and grew up in Las Vegas , NM . He graduated from Robertson High School in 1976 and...

Jun 19, 2025

Jun 16, 2025

Larry Carlton Owens, age 78, of Santa Fe passed away peacefully Monday, June 16 at his home after a

several month battle with lung disease. He was born December 26, 1946, in Cleburne, Texas to Jeanne

and S.E. Owens. Upon graduation from high school, he attended McMurry College in Abilene on a

football scholarship and eventually transferred to University of Texas in Austin.

Larry...

Jun 14, 2025

Jun 13, 2025

Jun 13, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of John Angelo LeRouge, a beloved son, father, brother, uncle, and friend, who departed this life on June 13, 2025.

John was preceded in death by those who shaped and loved him deeply: his mother, Gloria Howland; his grandmother, Sarah Howland; his uncles, Henry and Leroy Howland; his brother, Derek Herrera; and Arthur LeRouge.

He...

Jun 13, 2025

In Loving Memory of Miguel Salvador Villegas



It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved son, brother, father, and grandfather, Miguel Salvador Villegas. He gained his beautiful angel wings on June 13, 2025, surrounded by those who loved him dearly.



Miguel was devoted and loving, embodying the qualities of the best son, brother, father, and grandfather—truly...

Jun 9, 2025

Anthony Freddie Herrera

July 30, 1957 – June 9, 2025



Anthony Freddie Herrera, 67, of Santa Fe, NM, passed away on June 9, 2025. Born on July 30, 1957, in Santa Fe to Fred and Erlinda Herrera, Anthony was a proud graduate of Santa Fe High School. At just 17 years old, he enlisted in the United States Coast Guard, where he...

Jun 9, 2025

Jun 8, 2025

Jun 8, 2025

Edward Gary Gonzales, a devoted lifelong resident of Pecos New Mexico, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 8, 2025. His loss leaves a deep void in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.

Gary is lovingly survived by his cherished daughters, Kimberly and Melarie Gonzales; his beloved grandsons, Sebastien and Jaiden; his brothers, Albert and Jeffrey Lujan; and his...

Jun 7, 2025

Jun 4, 2025

Our precious Mama, Sandra Lorraine Borunda, age 76, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 4th, 2025. Born in Española, NM to Ramon and Pilar Archuleta, she held a special place in everyone's heart due to her short stature, generosity, kindness and love. Her Daddy lovingly called her his 'half-pint'. One of 11 Siblings, she was mischevious...

Jun 3, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved husband ,dad ,brother ,and grandpa ,Tommy Griego .He gained his wings on June 2,2025 with his beautiful wife Imelda by his side.

Tommy is preceded in death by his beloved mother Clara Rodriquez who he loved dearly . He is survived by his sisters Yolanda Montoya (Randy),Donna...

Jun 2, 2025