Joe William Garcia, age 86, of Raton, New Mexico, passed away peacefully at his residence on January 22, 2026, after a lengthy illness. Joe is survived by his children, Steve Garcia (Deann) and Lorraine Garcia (Leonard); his brothers Ben Garcia (Shirly), Lloyd Garcia, and Johnny Garcia (Jaunita); his sisters Josephine…
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Clarence Richard Martinez (Chief) was born to Clarence and Jennie Martinez on December 22, 1961. He lost his fight to cancer on January 21st 2026. He leaves behind a daughter Tierra Sharpe (Preston) of Texas, son Richard Martinez of Texas. Parents Jennie and Clarence Martinez of Raton, Brothers Willie Martinez…
Ann Pachelli (née Naccarato), age 88, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2026. She was born on July 14, 1937, in Cokedale, Colorado, to Tony and Assunta Naccarato. Ann grew up in Cokedale and Trinidad, Colorado, and was a proud graduate of Trinidad High School. Throughout her life, she…
Michael Richard “Mickey” Griego of Trinidad, Colorado, age 86, passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, one day before his 87th birthday. Early Life & Background Mickey was born on January 14, 1939, in Trinidad, Colorado, to Alphonse Griego and Maxine Griego (Skibbie). He was raised in Trinidad and attended…
Frank Leon Paine aka “Buddy” finished his life’s adventure on January 21 2026 at home surrounded by his family. He began this adventure August 10, 1948 joining his parents John and Carrie Paine. Buddy grew up with his brothers working with their dad at the “Auto Salvage” where he…
Yolanda Cordova (Enriquez), age 69, originally from El Paso, Texas, and a longtime resident of Raton, NM, passed away surrounded by the love of her family. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose kindness and warmth touched everyone she met. Yolanda had a gift for bringing…
Jose A. Trujillo Sr., 86, also known to many family members and friends as Abel, passed away unexpectedly on December 24, 2025, with his daughter by his side. He went peacefully to be with our Lord and his loving wife, Cecilia. Abel, the oldest son to Ida Trujillo Avila, was…
Alfonso B. Montoya March 26, 1947 – December 17, 2025 Springer, New Mexico Alfonso B. Montoya, beloved husband, father, grandfather, father-in-law, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on December 17, 2025, at the age of 78. He is survived by his wife and soulmate of 59 years, Martha Montoya; his…
Jimmy Wayne Arnold, 56, of Pueblo, CO, passed away on January 17, 2026. Jimmy was born in Phoenix Arizona on February 29, 1969 to Mary Joseph and William Arnold. Jimmy served briefly in the Army. He is proceeded in death by his brothers William Arnold, Joseph Armijo, Timothy Hilliard, Frank…
Michaell Raymond Rankin, affectionately known by many as ” Mike on the Bike,” or just basically “Mike” has passed away suddenly on January 13, 2026, in Maxwell, New Mexico, at the age of 62. Born on March 4, 1963, in Seattle, Washington, Mike lived a life full of heart, adventure,…