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MARIA REFUGIO MARTINEZ
Age 80, a life-long resident of Los Ojos passed away on Friday, February 24, 2006. She was preceded in death by her parents, Nicolas Martinez and Maria Guadalupe Vargas as well as her beloved ‘Mama Luz” Vargas; sister, Ascencion Torrez and brother, Lucas Martinez. She is survived by her sister, Anna Maria Sanford of Chama; nieces and nephews, Joe M. Torrez and wife Lola of Chama, Cecilia Martinez and husband Felix of Anchorage, Alaska, Lupita Valdez and husband Tony of Los Ojos, Maria Luz Martinez and husband Atilano of Albuquerque, Ramon and wife Liz of El Paso, Texas, Teresa West and husband Dale of Chama and Olivia Valencia and husband Joseph of California, Chuck Sanford and wife Mary of Steamboat Springs, Colorado, Sandra Crane of Chama, Nyna Martinez, Esther Serna and Pita Valdez of Albuquerque and numerous other relatives and friends. The family of Maria Refugio Martinez has entrusted her funeral arrangements to DeVargas Funeral Home of the Española Valley.
Public Visitation
4:00 p.m. - Sunday
February 26, 2006
San Jose Catholic Church
Los Ojos, New Mexico
Rosary
7:00 p.m. - Sunday
February 26, 2006
San Jose Catholic Church
Los Ojos, New Mexico
Mass of Christian Burial
10:00 a.m. - Monday
February 27, 2006
San Jose Catholic Church
Los Ojos, New Mexico
Burial
Los Ojos Catholic Cemetery
Los Ojos, New Mexico

EDDIE MICHAEL MONTOYA
Age 42, a resident of Santa Fe, passed away on Friday, October 13, 2006 following a short illness. He was preceded in death by his brother, Larry Montoya; baby, Amador; paternal grandparents, Melisendro and Leocadia Montoya; grandfather, Juan Trujillo; aunt, Francis Lovato; Eddie worked construction and was a hard worker. He loved football, the Raiders was his favorite team. He had pets, mostly dogs and liked to go fishing. He is survived by his father, Serafin Montoya and wife Flor of Santa Fe; mother, Sabinita Martinez of Ranchitos; brothers and sisters, Jerry and Apolonio Montoya, Celina Montoya, Lucaria Montoya and Juan Luis Villegas all of Santa Fe, step sisters, Sandra, Cindy and Viola Martinez and Terry Martinez and companion Delfin Martinez all of Ranchitos; aunts and uncles, Joe Montoya and Joe Trujillo, Carmen Chavez, Ruby and Gilbert Trujillo of Chimayo; nieces, Destiny and Faith Montoya; nephew, Juan Luis Villegas Montoya; maternal grandmother, Soriada Trujillo of Ranchitos and numerous other relatives and friends. The family of Eddie Michael Montoya has entrusted his funeral arrangements to DeVargas Funeral Home of the Española Valley.
Public Visitation
6:00 p.m. - Monday
October 16, 2006
Sangre de Cristo Chapel
DeVargas Funeral Home
Rosary
7:00 p.m. - Monday
October 16, 2006
Sangre de Cristo Chapel
DeVargas Funeral Home
CREMATION TO FOLLOW SERVICES

DORA BARBARA MARTINEZ
Age 48, a resident of Chimayó, passed away on Friday, October 13, 2006. She is preceded in death by her, mother-in-law, Rosario Vigil; her brother, Paul Martinez. I will miss my mom. She was a wonderful person, and had so much love for all her friends and family. She is survived by her daughter, Matilda Martinez of Chimayó; grandchildren, Joshua Martinez, Gabriel Martinez, Jeremiah Martinez, Jolie Segovia; son-in-law John Segovia; like a daughter, Dawn Vigil; brothers, Eddie and Robert of Espanola, Chris, and Jerry Martinez of Ensenada and Larry Martinez of California; sisters, Gloria and Frieda Martinez of Ensenada, Fatima Martinez of Albuquerque, Pauline Bustos of Hernandez, Rose Ann Gallegos of Santa Cruz, and Yvonne Baca of Albuquerque, Evangoline Trujillo of Denver, Colorado and numerous nieces and nephews. The family of Dora Barbara Martinez has entrusted her cremation arrangements to DeVargas Funeral Home of the DeVargas Funeral Home.
Public Visitation
6:30 p.m. - Tuesday
October 17, 2006
Sangre de Cristo Chapel
DeVargas Funeral Home
Rosary
7:00 p.m. - Tuesday
October 17, 2006
Sangre de Cristo Chapel
DeVargas Funeral Home
CREMATION TO FOLLOW SERVICES

FROYLANO L. MONTOYA SR.
Age 91, a lifelong resident of Chimayo, passed away on Monday, October 16, 2006 following a short illness. He was preceded in death by his wife, Bersales Montoya; parents, Longino and Genoveva Montoya; son, Jerry Montoya; granddaughter, Maria Montoya; great-grandson, Gerald Suazo and sister, Maria Montoya; special aunts, Felicitas Romero and Macedonia Montoya; daughters-in-law, Rachel and Juanita Montoya; brother-in-law, Aniseto Duran and Panteleon Vasquez; sister-in-law, Magdalena Martinez; father and mother-in-law, Juan C. and Pablita Duran. During the Christmas season, Mr. Montoya portrayed Bartolo for the Pastores, a name that stayed with him throughout the year. He was a well known Chimayo resident, recognized for his weavings and his blue 1953 Ford pick-up and his pecheras. Froylano is survived by his children, Beraldo “Barry” Montoya and wife Terry, Leopoldo “Leo” Montoya and wife Rose, Elefio and wife Serafina, Froylano Montoya and wife Sylvia, Lorenzo Montoya and wife Mary Ellen all of Chimayo, Randy Montoya and wife Barbara of Rio Chiquito and Lucia Montoya of Chimayo and friend, Michael Pañas of Truchas; granddaughter, Rosa Martinez; sister, Sylvia Vasquez of Chimayo; 13 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren and numerous other relatives and friends. Serving as pallbearers, Nelson, Daniel, Leon, Lorenzo Jr., Mark and Kevin Montoya. Honorary pallbearers named are, Besales Montoya Archuleta, Geraldine Montoya, Rosa Martinez, Peggy Mares, Crystal Montoya, Vanessa Montoya. The family of Froylano L. Montoya Sr. has entrusted his funeral arrangements to DeVargas Funeral Home of the Española Valley.
Public Visitation
3:00 - 5:00 p.m. - Tuesday
October 17, 2006
Sangre de Cristo Chapel
DeVargas Funeral Home
Rosary
7:45 p.m. - Tuesday
October 17, 2006
Holy Family Catholic Church
Chimayo, New Mexico
Mass of Christian Burial
10:00 a.m. - Wednesday
October 17, 2006
Holy Family Catholic Church
Chimayo, New Mexico
Burial
Potrero Catholic Cemetery
Chimayo, New Mexico

Sussie Leanor Vigil
Our Beloved Sussie Leanor Vigil, peacefully went home to join her loved ones and her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at the age of 81 years old. She was preceded in death by her husband and soul mate of 56 years, Adan Vigil. Parents; Juan and Erinea Vigil. Grandson; Gabriel Fresquez. Brother; Ernesto Vigil and sisters; Margarita Salazar and Angelina Valdez, her Son-in-law; John A. Fresquez. Mrs. Vigil is survived by her daughters; Eleanor and husband Joe Garcia of Los Luceros, Patsy and husband John Castillo of Belen, N.M. and Cindy Fresquez and her Fiance David Maestas of Los Luceros. Her grandchildren include; Joseph Garcia, Charlene Garcia, Suzette and husband Steven Nevin, Rebekah Castillo, Jamie Garcia, Ruby Lopez, Johnny Fresquez, Jeanette Hoover, Elizabeth and husband Chris Goodwin, Hannah Curtis of Albq., Deandra Fresquez and Sara Maestas of Los Luceros. Great-Grandchildren include; Anna Padilla, Zachary Adam Goodwin, John Patrick Nevin, Samuel Adam Nevin and future baby Garcia. She is also survived by her brother Leo Vigil and wife Stella of Chili, N.M. Sisters-in-law; Tillie Arellano and Toni and husband Fidel Alarid of Los Luceros. God-children; Sarah Valdez, Angela Martinez, Tillie Trujillo, Toni Chacon, Wilbert Arellano and Lee Valdez. Many nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends. The family of Sussie Vigil has placed their trust in the DeVargas Family and Staff of DeVargas Funeral Home of the Espanola Valley. 747-7477 toll free 1-877-747-3600
Public Visitation
6:30 p.m. - Sunday
December 17, 2006
St. John the Baptist Catholic Church
Ohkay Owingeh, New Mexico
Wake Service
7:00 p.m. – Sunday
December 17, 2006
St. John the Baptist Catholic Church
Ohkay Owingeh, New Mexico
Mass of Christian Burial
10:00 a.m. – Monday
December 18, 2006
St. John the Baptist Catholic Church
Ohkay Owingeh, New Mexico
Burial
La Villita Cemetery
La Villita, New Mexico

ANITA ROMERO
A resident of Española, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2006. She was 93 years old. She is survived by her 10 children; Lillian Lopez from Rodarte, Maria Angelina Arguello from Marina Del Rey, CA., John Romero and wife, Vita from Española, Amarante Romero Jr. from Albuquerque, Nelson Romero and wife, Esther from Española, Mary Garcia from La Mesilla, Loren Pacheco from Española, Felix Romero and wife, Monica from La Mesilla, Patsy Roybal and husband, Patrick from Denver, CO., Linda Franco and husband, Dave from Las Cruces; 5 generation grandmother, over 100 grandchildren and many other relatives. Mom considered Nora Archuleta a daughter to her and was so grateful for everything she did for her. Our dearly beloved mother, you were the most wonderful mother any family could ever ask for. We love you and we will miss you dearly, but we know that your loving spirit will live in our hearts forever. Your loving family. Serving as pallbearers, Jerome and Johnny Romero, Roy Lopez, Brian Roybal, Cameron Franco and Ruben Archuleta. The family of Anita Romero has entrusted her funeral arrangements to DeVargas Funeral Home of the Española Valley.
Public Visitation
6:00 p.m. – Friday
December 22, 2006
Sangre de Cristo Chapel
DeVargas Funeral Home
Rosary
7:00 p.m. – Friday
December 22, 2006
Sangre de Cristo Chapel
DeVargas Funeral Home
Mass of Christian Burial
10:00 a.m.- Saturday
December 23 2006
St. John the Baptist Catholic Church
Ohkay Owingeh, New Mexico
Burial
Loma Vista Cemetery
Alcalde, New Mexico

Candido “Candyman” Trujillo
Age 50, a resident of Cordova passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 25, 2006. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bonifacio and Evan Trujillo and brothers, Rayniel, Benito and Alex Trujillo. Candido worked as a heavy equipment operator in construction. He loved working on cars and was always willing to help anyone in need. He loved spending time with his family. Anytime he spoke with his brother and sister on the phone he would say, “I love you, pray for me.” He is survived by his wife of 21 years, Valerie Trujillo; daughter, Pamela Trujillo and husband Hector of Utah; sons, Benny and Julian Trujillo all of Cordova; grandchildren that were his pride and joy, Jaymond, Jayden, Hector Jr., Candida, Deserai and Jeremiah; sister, Cecilia Romero and husband Merly; brothers, Joe Trujillo and Ray Trujillo and wife Janeen of Colorado; nieces and nephews, Sharon, Renee, Louise, Della, mark, Cindy, Joe Jr., Mel, Debbie, Dennis Day, Devon, Charmaine, Michelle and Alex and numerous other relatives and friends. Serving as pallbearers, Mel, Joe and Mark Trujillo, Joaquin Lujan, Dan Tanner and Paul Romero. The family of Candido Trujillo has entrusted his funeral arrangements to DeVargas Funeral Home of the Española Valley.
Public Visitation
6:30 p.m. - Thursday
December 28, 2006
Sangre de Cristo Cristo Chapel
DeVargas Funeral Home
Devotional Service
7:00 p.m. - Thursday
December 28, 2006
Sangre de Cristo Chapel
DeVargas Funeral Home
7:00 p.m. - Friday
December 29, 2006
Sangre de Cristo Chapel
DeVargas Funeral Home
Graveside Service
11:00 a.m. - Saturday
December 30, 2006
Cordova Protestant Cemetery
Cordova, New Mexico

PEGGY BOHANNON MCCULLOUGH
Passed away early Christmas morning in her home in Los Luceros, New Mexico. She was preceded in death by her parents, Herbert C. Bohannon and Vesta Whitman Bohannon. She was 74 years old and was born in Dumas, Texas. She was a teacher for 29 years in the Public Schools of Chattanooga and in recent years as a teacher and librarian at the McCurdy School in Española, New Mexico. Peggy was an active member of the Alcalde United Methodist Catholic Church for the past 16 years and a volunteer at the church sponsored kitchen. Other volunteer activity associated with the church included the Women’s Club and Habitat of Humanity. She was also a life long Democrat and in the past served as delegate at the Democratic National Convention. Peggy is survived by her husband of 54 years, James DeWitt McCullough; two sons, James DeWitt McCullough Jr. of Houston, Texas and Michael Bohannon McCullough; brother, Herb Bohannon Jr. and wife Rosie; daughter, Michelle Woodall and children, Ryan and Tyler; son, Bo Bohannon and wife Lisa and their children, Jacqueline, Brook and Chase; one grandchild, Raleigh Anne McCullough of Houston, Texas. Peggy deeply loved her native New Mexico, traveling, numerous hobbies and her many dear friends. A service will be held in the spring when the flowers she loved and planted during her illness begin to bloom. For those wishing to make donations, please send them to The American Cancer Society. The family of Peggy Bohannon McCullough has entrusted her cremation service to DeVargas Funeral Home of the Española Valley. 1-877-747-3600

JOE E. RIVERA – Age 75
A resident of Española, passed away on Thursday, December 21, 2006. He was preceded in death by his parents, Antonio and Maria Rivera; brother, Ben Rivera and nephew, Joel Gonzales. Joe is survived by his children, Angela Tafoya and husband Joe and Herman Rivera and wife Debbie; brothers and sisters, Tony Rivera and wife Ruby of Colorado, Grace Gonzales of Hernandez, Clorinda Serrano of Colorado, Jane Gonzales of Chama, Michelle Abeyta and husband Alfonso, Frances Rodriguez and husband Rick, Rose Gonzales and husband Vince and Dilia Vigil and husband Rudy all of Colorado; 8 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren and numerous other relatives and friends.. The family of Joe E. Rivera has entrusted his funeral arrangements to DeVargas Funeral Home of the Española Valley. 505-747-7477
Cremation Has Taken Place

RUTH O. SALAZAR
Age 89, a resident of Velarde, passed away on Saturday December 30, 2006 following a lengthy illness. She was preceded in death by her parents; Victoriano and Cipriana Roybal; husband; Reuben Salazar; sons, Levi, Manuel and Larry Salazar; brother; Reyes Roybal; in-laws, Manuel and Sinforosa Salazar; sisters-in-law, Reyecita Salazar, Corrine Gonzales and Isabel Salazar; brothers-in-law, Flavio Salazar and Johnny Gonzales. She is survived by her daughter; Olivia Marquez and husband Estolano (Stu) of Albuquerque; sons; George Salazar and wife Consuelo of Chimayo, Victor Salazar and wife Susie of Velarde, Reuben Salazar Jr. and wife Viola of Peñasco, Reyes Salazar and wife Isabel of Lyden, Steve Salazar and Robert Salazar and wife Elsie of Velarde; sisters; Amada Martinez of Fairview and Irene Maestas and husband Luis of La Puebla; daughter-in-law; Georgette Salazar of California; sisters-in-law, Cordelia Roybal and Lyda Byers; brothers-in-law, Joe Salazar and wife Celia, Alex Salazar and wife Stephie, Henry Salazar and wife June, Manuel Salazar and Raymond Salazar and wife Evila; 30 grandchildren, 44 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren and numerous other close relatives and friends. Serving as pallbearers; Harold Salazar, Mike Marquez, Randy Salazar, Douglas Salazar, Reuben Salazar III, Ryan Salazar, Roberto Salazar and Monica Salazar. Honorary pallbearers named are, Ina Hunt and Sally Carrillo. The family of Ruth O. Salazar has placed their trust in DeVargas Funeral Home of the Espanola Valley for her care.
Public Visitation
6:00 p.m. - Tuesday
January 2, 2007
Sangre de Cristo Chapel
DeVargas Funeral Home
Rosary
7:00 p.m. - Tuesday
January 2, 2007
Sangre de Cristo Chapel
DeVargas Funeral Home
Mass of Christian Burial
10:00 a.m. - Wednesday
January 3, 2007
Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church
Velarde, New Mexico
Burial
Velarde Catholic Cemetery
Velarde, New Mexico

Isaac J. Trujillo Jr.
Isaac J. Trujillo Jr., 34, a resident of Alcalde passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, December 28, 2006. He as preceded in death by his father, Isaac Trujillo Sr.; grandparents who raised him, Damian and Frances Pacheco. Isaac was a member of Los Hermanos de la Morada in Los Pacheco’s. He loved working in construction from which he learned from his uncles. Isaac Jr. was also very close to his uncle Rudy Pacheco. He was always willing to help his friends. He is survived by his mother, Jane Trujillo and husband, Gilbert Villareal of Alcalde; sisters, Elaine Trujillo of Kentucky, Grace Gregory and Rebecca Trujillo and brother, Robert Trujillo all of Alcalde; Grandmother; Frances Trujillo; half bother Isaac Trujillo III and half sister Julianna Garcia; 6 nieces and nephews and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives and friends. The family of Isaac J. Trujillo Jr. have entrusted his Cremation Arrangements to DeVargas Funeral Home of the Espanola Valley. 505-747-7477
Cremation Has Taken Place
Rosary
7:00 p.m. - Tuesday
January 2, 2007
St. John the Baptist Catholic
San Juan, New Mexico
Mass of Christian Burial
11:00 a.m. - Wednesday
January 3, 2007
St. John the Baptist Catholic Church
San Juan, New Mexico
Burial
Alcalde Catholic Cemetery
Alcalde, New Mexico

RUDY EDWARDO RAEL
Age 54, a resident of Truchas, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, January 1, 2007. He was preceded in death by his brother, Larry Rael; sister-in-law, Katie Rael; nephew, Francisco Rael; parents, Juan Antonio and Trancita Rael and niece, Rebecca Martinez. He was a loving father who enjoyed spending time with his son who was his life. They both enjoyed doing things together such as horseback riding and riding the four-wheeler. He was a father figure to Armanda and was generous to everyone. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Rudy is survived by his son, Juan Carlos Rael of Truchas and his mother Crestina Sandoval sisters, Ernestina Rael of Arizona, Estella Martinez of Truchas, Flora Casados and husband Casey of Chamisal and Connie Rael of Albuquerque; brothers, Ben Rael of Albuquerque, Abenancio Rael of Grants, Frank Rael of Truchas, Clorindo Rael of Truchas and Mark Rael of Española; step-daughter, Armanda Sandoval of Española and numerous other relatives and friends. Serving as pallbearers, Leo Fernandez, John Chavez, Chris Martinez, Casey Bryon Casados, Leon Martinez and Dominic Rael. Honorary pallbearers named are, Isabro Ortega, Delfin Romero and Crestina Sandoval. The family of Rudy Eduardo Rael has entrusted his funeral arrangements to DeVargas Funeral Home.
Public Visitation
6:00 p.m. - Thursday
January 4, 2007
Sangre de Cristo Chapel
DeVargas Funeral Home
Rosary
7:00 p.m. - Thursday
January 4, 2007
Sangre de Cristo Chapel
DeVargas Funeral Home
Mass of Christian Burial
11:00 a.m. - Friday
January 5, 2007
Holy Rosary Catholic Church
Truchas, New Mexico
Burial
Llanitos Cemetery
Truchas, New Mexico

MINNIE MARTINEZ
Age 76, a resident of La Villita, passed away on Wednesday January 3, 2007 following a short illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Daniel and Flora Martinez; son, Adonis Serrano Jr.; sister, Lucia; husband, Cipriano Duran; grandson, Gabriel Serrano; great-granddaughter, Desiree Villalobos and cousin, Edumenia Martinez. Minnie was employed as a caretaker at the Velarde Nursing Home for 18 years. Minnie is survived by her children, Lillian Villalobos and husband Francisco of La Villita, Leonard Serrano and companion Liza Branch of Española, Patrick, Gabriel and Sandra Serrano all of La Villita, Stella Serrano and husband Noah Nino of Texas; brother, Andres Martinez and wife Maria of El Rancho; nephews, Robert, Rudy, Ernesto and David Duran, Michael and Daniel Martinez; nieces; Clara Green; Mary Grace Martinez and husband Green. and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren and other relatives and friends. Serving as pallbearers, Albert Villalobos, Leonard Serrano, Rudy Duran, Gabriel Serrano, Sam Villalobos and David Duran. The family of Minnie Martinez has entrusted her funeral arrangements to DeVargas Funeral Home of the Española Valley.
Public Visitation
6:00 p.m. - Friday
January 5, 2007
St. Anne's Catholic Church
Alcalde, New Mexico
Rosary
7:00 p.m. - Friday
January 5, 2007
St. Anne's Catholic Church
Alcalde, New Mexico
Mass of Christian Burial
10:00 a.m. - Saturday
January 6, 2007
St. Anne's Catholic Church
Alcalde, New Mexico
CREMATION TO FOLLOW SERVICES
Burial
11:00 a.m. - Monday
January 8, 2007
La Villita Catholic Cemetery
La Villita, New Mexico

RAMON SALAZAR
Age 89, a resident of San Pedro, passed away on Thursday, January 4, 2007. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Celestina Salazar; sons, Gilbert Gene and Elias Salazar and grandson, Jeffrey George Valdez. Ramon is survived by his children, Donald Salazar and wife Toni of California, Stella Martinez of La Mesilla and Angela Vigil and husband Alvin of Española; grandchildren, Steve Salazar and wife Michelle, Donald Salazar Jr., Lee Mike Salazar and wife Martha all of California, Karla Andrade and husband Sal of South Carolina, Shirley Esquibel and companion Clyde of La Mesilla, Emmie Romero and husband David of Albuquerque, Eric. R. Vigil and wife Tammy of Fairview, Matthew Vigil and wife Christy of Española, Vincent Vigil of Española, Gene Salazar and wife Cathy of San Pedro, Ricky Salazar and wife Ileana of Ojo Caliente; sisters, Adela Holstrom and husband Charles and Tina Minech and husband Bob all of California and several great-grandchildren and other relatives and friends. The following will serve as pallbearers, Gene and Rick Salazar, Eric, Matthew and Vincent Vigil and Steve Salazar. Honorary pallbearers are Donald Salazar Jr., Clyde Sanchez, Lee Mike Salazar and the staff and clients of the County Senior Center. The family of Ramon Salazar has entrusted his funeral arrangements to DeVargas Funeral Home of the Española Valley.
Public Visitation
5:30 p.m. - Sunday
January 7, 2007
Sangre de Cristo Chapel
DeVargas Funeral Home
Rosary
6:00 p.m. - Sunday
January 7, 2007
Sangre de Cristo Chapel
DeVargas Funeral Home
Mass of Christian Burial
10:00 a.m. - Monday
January 8, 2007
La Iglesia de Santa Cruz de la Cañada
Santa Cruz, New Mexico
Burial
Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery
Española, New Mexico

JEIDY VASQUEZ
Age 4, a resident of Chimayo, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, January 4, 2007. She is survived by her parents, Sergio I. and Leidy Vasquez; brother, Sergio Vasquez Jr. all of Chimayo; paternal grandparents, Jose F. and Guadalupe Vasquez of Cuarteles; maternal grandparents, Octavio and Anna Mares of Arizona; uncles, Jose Daniel Vasquez of Cuarteles and Humberto Mares of Chimayo; aunt, Denise Mares of Arizona; God-parents, Juan and Mercy Hernandez of Arizona and numerous close relatives and family friends. The family of Jeidy Vasquez has entrusted her funeral arrangements to DeVargas Funeral Home of the Española Valley.
Anyone wishing to make donations to the Vasquez family may do so in Jeidy’s name at DeVargas Funeral Home.
Public Visitation
11:00 a.m. - Wednesday
January 10, 2007
Sangre de Cristo Chapel
DeVargas Funeral Home
Rosary
12:00 p.m. - Wednesday
January 10, 2007
Sangre de Cristo Chapel
DeVargas Funeral Home
Mass of Christian Burial
10:00 a.m. - Thursday
January 11, 2007
La Iglesia de Santa Cruz de la Cañada
Santa Cruz, New Mexico
Burial
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery
Santa Cruz, New Mexico

Placida G. Maestas - Age 89
A resident of Rio Rancho formerly of Peñasco passed away on Friday, January 05, 2007 after a lengthy illness. She was preceded in death by her husband, Simon Maestas Sr.; an infant daughter; parents, Levi and Carlota Gonzales; sister, Martha Marez; 6 brothers, Ramon, Eloy, Alfonso, Richard, Victoriano and Elias. Placida was a good grandmother and mother who will be greatly missed by her family. She was a good cook, very active in her church and longtime active member of the San Antonio de Padua Catholic Church and also a member of the Guadalupanas. She is survived by her sons, Joe of Reno, Nevada, Simon Jr. and wife Mary Lou of Rio Rancho and John L. Maestas of Ely, Nevada; grandchildren, Natalie, Melissa and Joe Maestas Jr., Luanna and Lizette; 3 step-grandchildren, Joey and wife, Georgette, Brenda and Shane; 4 sisters, Mary Leyba of Grants, Della Sanchez of Rodarte, Tillie Roybal of Denver and Teodora Romero and husband, Macario of Rodarte; sister-in-law, Florida Baker of Corrales; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. The family of Placida G. Maestas have entrusted her funeral arrangements to DeVargas Funeral Home of the Espanola Valley. 505-747-7477.
Public Visitation
6:30 p.m. – Monday
January 8, 2007
St. Anthony’s Catholic Church
Peñasco, New Mexico
Rosary
7:00 p.m. – Monday
January 8, 2007
St. Anthony’s Catholic Church
Peñasco, New Mexico
Mass of Christian Burial
10:30 a.m.– Tuesday
January 9, 2007
St. Anthony's Catholic Church
Peñasco, New Mexico
Burial
1:30 p.m. – Tuesday
January 9, 2007
Santa Fe National Cemetery
Santa Fe, New Mexico

FLORA V. VIARRIAL
Age 70, a resident of The Pueblo of Pojoaque, passed away on Thursday, January 4, 2007 following a long illness. She was preceded in death by her parents; Juan B. and Bonifacia Lopez, sons; Robert, David, Leroy and Ben Viarrial Jr.; daughter, Gloria Viarrial; Great-granddaughter, Amorita Gallegos; brothers, Santiago, Tobias and Liborio Lopez; sister, Belen LeDeaux; in-laws, Fermin and Feliciana Viarrial; brothers-in-law, Governor Jake Viarrial, Margarito and Gabriel Viarrial; sisters-in-law; Frances and Maria Inez Viarrial and other relatives. Mrs. Viarrial was a resident of the Pueblo of Pojoaque for 54 years and was originally of Ranchitos. She retired as Director of CHR Program for the Pueblo of Pojoaque of which she was instrumental in its creation. Flora and her husband Ben were volunteer EMT’s for the Nambe Ambulance. Flora was a founding member of the Pueblo of Pojoaque Traditions, embroidering and making the attire for her family by hand for all the Pueblo festivities. She is survived by her husband; Ben Viarrial; children; Gabriella “Gaby” Viarrial, Betty Jean Viarreal, Annette Hooper and husband Tommy and Joseph Viarrial all of Pojoaque; sisters, Epimenia Medina and husband Teofilo of La Villita, Clara Saiz and husband Arthur of Colorado, Juanita Martinez of Chimayo and Rosita Esquibel of Albuquerque; Ben and Flora also raised 7 other children, Jeff, Gabriel, Juanita, Rosita, Tommy, Nelson and Rhoda; 19 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren and numerous other relatives and friends. The family of Flora V. Viarrial has entrusted her funeral arrangements to DeVargas Funeral Home of the Española Valley.
Public Visitation
4:00 p.m. - Monday
January 8, 2007
Sangre de Cristo Chapel
DeVargas Funeral Home
Rosaries
7:00 p.m. - Monday
January 8, 2007
Sangre de Cristo Chapel
DeVargas Funeral Home
7:00 p.m. - Tuesday
January 9, 2007
Family Home
Pojoaque, New Mexico
Mass of Christian Burial
10:00 a.m. - Wednesday
January 10, 2007
Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church
Pojoaque, New Mexico
Burial
Pojoaque Catholic Cemetery
Pojoaque, New Mexico

Terry L. Gallegos
Age 47, a resident of Arroyo Seco passed away on Sunday, January 7, 2007. He was preceded in death by his son, Carlos Gallegos; brothers, Jerry and Dwayne Gallegos; God parents, Abedon and Inez Arellano; mother-in-law, Amelia V. Martinez; father-in-law, Tony Martinez. Terry is survived by his wife, Jeanette Gallegos; son, Jerry Gallegos both of Arroyo Seco; brothers, Roddy R. Gallegos of Hernandez, Bobby Gallegos and companion Cindy of Hernandez; sister, Cathy Padilla and husband Frankie of Hernandez; mother, Mary Martinez and Andres also of Hernandez; father, Carlos Gallegos and Romelia of Farmington and beloved in-laws, many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Pallbearers, Tony, Walter and Kenny Martinez, Roddy, and Bobby Gallegos and Frankie Padilla.The family of Terry L. Gallegos has entrusted his funeral arrangements to DeVargas Funeral Home of the Espanola Valley.

6:30 p.m. - Tuesday
January 9, 2007
Sangre de Cristo Chapel
DeVargas Funeral Home
Rosary
7:00 p.m. Tuesday
January 9, 2007
Sangre de Cristo Chapel
DeVargas Funeral Home
Mass of Christian Burial
11:00 a.m. - Wednesday
January 10, 2007
San Jose Catholic Church
Hernandez, New Mexico
Burial
San Jose Catholic Cemetery
Hernandez, New Mexico

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