All Obituaries

Brenda Cheryl Martinez 41, passed away September 14, 2019. A lifetime Puebloan. She was born January 1, 1978 to proud parents Steven Montelongo and Diana (Martin) Rivas. She is preceded in death by her Step-father Anthony “Soonie” Rivas. She enjoyed playing cards, going to the Eagles and Cripple Creek. She is survived by her husband Gilbert Martinez and children; Derrick (Rebecca) Martinez and Amber Martinez, and grandchild, Tobias Martinez, whom were her loves of her life. Also...

Manuel Orlando Duran 92, Passed away peacefully September 13, 2019, with his family at his bedside. He was born September 4, 1927 in Levy, New Mexico to the union of Antonio and Esther (Vialpando) Duran both precede him in death, along with children: Manuel Jr., Minnie, Anna, Eva, Theresa and John. Manuel was a Korean War Veteran serving in the United States Marine Corps. He was a resident of Boone, Colo. For many years where he farmed and was a great mechanic. Manuel was a hard worker and...

Fred P. DiNero, born March 8, 1933, passed away September 12, 2019. A lifetime Puebloan, he is predeceased by his parents, Pasco and Mercedes DiNero; Brothers, Albert (infant), Al and John; a sister Lucy McClearn; In-laws: Al and Anne Holland; a nephew, Stephen Epp. Special friends: Charles McCulley and Gay Lewis, who was his partner in raising Registered Quarter horses. Fred is survived by his wife of 62 years Lorraine; his children Jeff, Scott, and Lynn; Sister-in-law, Donna DiNero;...

Marie R. Blatnick, 93 passed away Friday, September 13, 2019. Marie was preceded in death by her husband, Robert F. Blatnick, her parents Jennie and Angelo Piastri, sister Eleanor, brothers Joe and Tony; granddaughter Alia Carrillo. Marie is survived by children Gary (Cheryl) Blatnick, Dianne (Pete) Carrillo, eight grand-children, 18 great grand-children, 1 great great grandchild and 1 great great grandchild on the way. She was a member of the Daughters of Isabella and the Preseren Glee...

Marvine Judy Lopez 54, passed away Sept 10, 2019. She was born November 17, 1964 in Rocky Ford, Colorado. To proud parents Dionicio and Marvine (Torres) Vigil. Preceded in death by her father, her brothers Allen and Ricky Vigil. Marvine enjoyed shooting the bull, and visiting with family members. She was a collector of Clowns and Dolphins. She liked her trips to Cripple Creek with her mother who was her confidant and best-friend. Marvine had a strong faith and was so kind, caring, and...

James D. Sanford Jr. 75, entered the gates of heaven on Friday September 6, 2019. A lifetime Puebloan, he was born June 26, 1944 to proud parents James and Loree “Pi” (Smith) Sanford who both preceded him in death, along with his brother William Sanford and his son Torrance M. Sanford. He served in the Army National Guard attaining the rank of SSG-E6. He attended the University of Colorado and retired as a Stationary Engineer from Colorado Fuel and Iron. James was a member of...

Valoy D. Gallegos, 86, passed away peacefully August 29, 2019. He was born June 10 1933 in Cerro N.M, to proud parents Sam and Virginia (Vigil) Gallegos both precede him in death along with Lofio and Emilia Rael, \his wife Rachel (Rael) Gallegos, a son, Isaac Gallegos, granddaughter, Augustina Hernandez; siblings, Jerry, Belemino, Frances, Ruby, Gilbert, Nemecio, Albert, Rosanna, Orlando and Helen. Valoy served in the U.S Army, he was a Korean War Veteran, he retired from Martin Music and...

Karen Yvonne Sanchez, 59, passed away Sept. 1, 2019. She was born Feb. 1, 1960 to Ray and Shirley Y. Sanchez. She is precede in death by her father Ray and brother Ray "Ray J" Sanchez. Karen loved to sing and dance. She had a contagious laugh. She enjoyed spending time with her nieces and nephews, and having movie nights in her pajamas. She was known to make the "Best" popcorn, and her favorite food was her mother's green chile. She was vibrant, full of life, and...

Cecilio “Cecil” I. Baca, 85, passed away peacefully on Aug. 29, 2019. He was born,  Nov. 9, 1933 in Villanueva, New Mexico to proud parents Antonio and Augustina (Ortega) Baca both precede him in death along with son Michael Baca; siblings Audrey Gomez and Ernesto Baca. Cecil served his country in the U.S. Army with 20 years of service. He loved to travel and dance the night away with his wife Annie. He also enjoyed hand held games, watching Monday night wrestling, and...

Edward Martin Muro Sr. Ret. Staff Sergeant, passed away on August 22, 2019. He was born November 18, 1951 to proud parents, Casimiro and Elpedia (Oliveros) Muro both preceded him in death. Edward served 20 years in the U.S. Airforce, where he toured the world. He also retired in March of 2019 with 20 years of service from the Colorado Department of Corrections, as a correctional officer. Edward loved to watch sports and was a huge fan of the Lakers. Edward is survived by his loving wife...