All Obituaries

Leo Gallegos, 49, passed away Oct 10, 2021. A lifetime Puebloan, he was born Dec 7, 1971 to Josie Baca Gallegos and Danny Lucero. He is preceded in death by his father, and sister, Carmen Gallegos. Leo always loved to make everybody laugh. He loved to sing and dance. He loved animals. Above all, he loved to be with his family. Leo leaves behind to cherish his memory his mother, Josie Gallegos, his siblings, Nora (Ronald) Garcia, Linda (Michael) Saenz, Larry (Stella) Gallegos, Tony (Angie)...

Corrina R. Lopez, 58, passed away Oct 7, 2021. A lifetime Puebloan, she was born May 22, 1963 to Adelmo and Helen Vigil. She is preceded in death by her father, grandparents, Malaquias and Mary Vigil, and Flora Duran; grandson, Antonio James Lopez “AJ”. She enjoyed bingo, gambling, darts, camping, and fishing. Most of all, she loved cooking and spending time with her family and friends. She was a graduate of Central High and PCC. Corrina is survived by her mother, her...

Robert William Thompson, 82, passed away Oct. 6, 2021. He was born Nov. 3, 1938 in Trinidad, CO to Howard and Ruth (Woodson) Thompson who precede him in death along with son Patrick Thompson. He served in the United States Air Force and retired from the CF&I with 20 plus years of service. Robert was a member of Evangelist Church of God and Christ, where he was a Deacon. He was a master wood worker, and loved to fish. He was known to make the best ribs. He never met a stranger. Once you...

Davey A Velarde, 55, passed away October 14th 2021. A lifetime Puebloan and graduate of Central class of ‘84, he was born December 19th 1965 to Joe and Stella (Arellano) Velarde. His father precedes him in death along with his brother Mitchell “Mike”. Davey enjoyed building things and worked hard in the construction industry, building trusses, painting, and framing. When he wasn’t building something, He enjoyed spending time in the outdoors hiking at the Crestone...

Wayne Bruce Apodaca, 59, passed away Oct 12th 2021. A lifetime Puebloan, he was born July 9th, 1962. Bruce graduated from Central and worked in the construction field. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and watching football. In his younger years he was a great wrestler. Bruce had a great sense of humor, always laughing and being a jokester. Most of all, he loved being with his family. Bruce is survived by his partner of twenty years Shirley Apodaca, parents, Tony Apodaca and Viola...

Martin D Osborn, 60, passed away October 11th, 2021. He was born December 15th 1960 to proud parents Ronald Osborn and Lila Franti both of whom precede him in death along with his loving wife, Rhonda Osborn. Martin was always finding a way to keep himself busy. He especially enjoyed spending time outdoors hunting, fishing, working on vehicles and riding his motorcycle. Martin leaves behind to cherish his memory, his sister, Yvonne Osborn his children, Tonnie Jenkins, Dustin Nelson,...

Joseph “Joe” (Big Hawk) R. Sampson Jr.,19, passed away peacefully on Monday, Sept. 27, 2021, surrounded by family and friends. Joe was born May 9, 2002. Joe was very artistic and creative. He loved videography, creating many scenes and villages with his Godzilla and King Kong figures. Joe was a huge Godzilla fan. His hobbies include Paranormal, Godzilla, walking with his mentor, Don Love, solving the problems of the day, Native American music and dancing. Joe is a descendant of...

Dolores C. Quezada, 74, passed away Sept. 28, 2021. Dolores was born in La Jara Colorado to parents Claudio and Elvira (Romero) Sandoval both precede her in death along with her husband, Francisco “Pancho” Quezada; and daughter, Laura. Dolores enjoyed the outdoors and drawing. She was a fabulous cook and loved meeting new people. Above all, she loved her faith. Dolores is survived by her children, Roxanne, and Michael; her siblings, Matilde, Joe, Margie, Mary, and Bernice as well...

Teena R. Baca, passed away peacefully Oct 1, 2021. She was born in Rocky Ford Colorado to Euginio Castillo and Erlinda Baca both precede her in death along with twin sister, Deena and sister, Michelle. Teena worked as a provider for Colorado Blue Sky and she loved her job. She was a kind and giving person. Her favorite pastime was sharing special moments with her “Mamita", who she loved dearly, singing karaoke, going to Cripple Creek, and living life to the fullest. Teena is...

Nolden Dexter Tillman, 64, passed away October 1st, 2021. He was born November 29th 1956 in Washington DC to proud parents Julius and Shirley Harrison, both whom precede him in death. Nolden is survived by his children, Tyrone, Lydell, Raymond and Christopher Tillman. His siblings, Vendetta Coward, Benjamin Bizzell, Debra Legohn, and Kevin Harrison, 16 grandchildren, several nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends who loved and will miss Nolden dearly.