John C. Stoumbis
April 3, 1926 - March 15, 2007
John C. Stoumbis, of Espanola, born April 3, 1926 and passed away on March 15, 2007 was born in Minot, North Dakota to Christ and Elena Stoumbis. He served in WWII, Battle of the Bulge and was decorated with a Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Combat Infantry Badge and several European Campaign Ribbons. After WWII, he moved to New Mexico to study art, and for the climate. After studying under such well known artist's such as, John Sloan, Will Schuster and others he would gain a degree in fine arts at UNM. He exhibited throughout the US and many of his paintings now appear in private collections and galleries. Edna, his wife of 57 years and he collaborated on their gallery in Taos for many years. John and his love for New Mexico with its beautiful vistas, his love of hunting, fishing and love of the outdoors were reflected in his art. He is survived by his wife Edna, daughter Christine, son John William, granddaughter Andrea and grandson Alex. Mass of Christian burial will be offered on Tuesday March 20th at 12:30 pm at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Espanola with burial to follow at 3:00 pm at The Santa Fe National Cemetery in Santa Fe with military honors. The family of John C. Stoumbis have entrusted the care of his arrangements to the Rivera family of Block Salazar Mortuary of the Espanola Valley, for further information please contact our office at 505-753-2288 or 1-800-443-4854
John Carmelito Torres
May 19, 1968 - March 11, 2007
JOHN CARMELITO TORRES Age 38 of Ohkay Owingeh passed away March 11, 2007 as a result of a short illness. He was preceded in death by his brother Kenneth Dean Archuleta and niece Wanda Lynn Archuleta. He is survived by his parents Frank and Beatrice Torres of Ohkay Owingeh, sister Deborah M. Torres of Ohkay Owingeh, Catherine Vigil of Tesuque Pueblo, brother C. James Archuleta of Ohkay Owingeh, Godparents Herman and Isabel Vigil of Tesuque Pueblo, aunts and uncles; Cornel and Mary Blancaflor of Upland, CA., Henry F. Archuleta, Maryann Padilla, and Matthew Torres all of Ohkay Owingeh, numerous cousins relatives and friends. Recitation of the Rosary was held Monday evening at Block-Salazar Mortuary, Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday March 13, at 8:00 am at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church at Ohkay Owingeh Pueblo, interment to follow at the Ohkay Owingeh Pueblo Cemetery. The Rivera family of Block-Salazar Mortuary 305 Calle Salazar Espanola, NM. 87532 (505)-753-2288, toll free (800)-443-4854
Johnny Ernest Romero
December 13, 1957 - August 12, 2006
Johnny Ernest Romero – Age 48 a resident of Fairview passed away on Saturday, August 12th, 2006. He was preceded in death by his father, Juan Andres Romero; and a brother, Billy Maez. May their souls rest in peace. He is survived by his mother, Mary A. Romero of Ranchitos; brothers: Emery Maez and wife Dolores; Abran Romero and wife Frances all of Española; sisters: Veronica Fernandez and husband Jake of Española, Vivian Martinez and husband Bernabe of Medanales, Karen Romero of Merced, CA, Margaret Trujillo and husband Lorenzo of La Mesilla, Katherine Romero and husband Felix of Belen and Angela Romero of Ranchitos; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Public visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 15th, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. in the chapel of Block-Salazar Mortuary where a rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Celebration of the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, August 16th, 2006 at 9:30 a.m. at La Iglesia de Santa Cruz de la Cañada. Burial will follow at 11:30 a.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery with the following serving as pallbearers: Michael and Matthew Trujillo, Adelaido and Miguel Martinez, Rosendo Atencio, Joseph Emery Maez and Juan Antonio Maez. The family of Johnny Ernest Romero has placed their trust in the Rivera family of Block-Salazar Mortuary. Telephone 505-753-2288 or Toll Free 800-443-4854
Jose Gregorio Salazar
September 10, 2005
JOSE GREGORIO SALAZAR – 67; A lifelong resident of Medanales, New Mexico passed away on Saturday, September 10, 2005, following a sudden illness. He married Onofre Abeyta on January 24, 1959, in Abiquiu, New Mexico. In February 2003 he retired from the City of Espanola after 20 years of service. He was preceded in death by a son, Peter Salazar; parents, Gregorio and Josefita Salazar; sister, Prescilina Garcia; and mother-in-law and father-in-law, Jose Leon and Bernardita Abeyta. He is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Onofre Salazar; two sons, Gregory Salazar of the home; and Dennis Salazar and Evelyn Maruska of Velarde; one daughter, Pita Salazar and Lorenzo Quintana; two granddaughters, Stephanie Salazar of Espanola; and Camila Salazar and fiancé Randy Garcia of Espanola; one grandson, Dennis Peter Salazar of Espanola two step-granddaughters Kristine and Jimmy Moya of Los Cruces, New Mexico and Jackie and Spencer Smith of Tennessee; a niece who was like a daughter, Simme Reyes of Rio Chama; two sisters, Eufemia Maestas and husband Santiago and Angie Maestas all of Chile; an aunt, Ignacita Martinez of Espanola. He is also survived by sisters-in-law, Sister Bernardita Abeyta of Espanola, Alice Lopez of Abiquiu, Josie and husband Mike Trujillo of Espanola, Margaret Serna of Phoenix, Cleo and husband Dan Calistro of Flagstaff, Carlos Abeyta and wife Conchia of Miami, AZ; nieces and nephews, Lupe and Laura Garcia, Noberto and Liz Garcia all of Rio Chama, Lionel Roy Maestas of Chile, Elmo and Vicky Maestas, James and Annie Maestas of Albuquerque, Joseph and Veronica Maestas of Chamita, Lillian and Larry Martinez of Chile, Dollie and Paul Cioe of California, Geronimo "Jerry" and Christina Garcia of California, Delvin and Connie Lopez of Phoenix, AZ and many other nieces and nephews. Also surviving him are very close cousins, Maxine Tena of Santa Fe, Georgia Serrano, Cordila Coronado both of Medanales, Donna Gomez of Santa Fe, Sabinita Trujillo of Tierra Amarilla and many other cousins and other relatives and numerous friends. Visitation is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. and a wake service scheduled for 7:00 p.m. Monday, September 12, 2005, at Block-Salazar Mortuary. On Tuesday, September 13, 2005 a rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. at the San Antonio Church in Medanales. Mass of Christian Burial is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 14, 2005, at the San Antonio Church in Medanales. Interment will follow at the San Antonio Cemetery. Assisting as pallbearers will be; Abe Baldonado, Noberto Garcia, Leonel Roy Maestas, Joey Lopez, Delvin Lopez and Alfonso Martinez. Named as honorary pallbearers are; Camila and Stephanie Salazar, Dennis Peter Salazar, Randy Garcia, Kristine Moya and Jackie Smith. The Rivera Family of Block-Salazar Mortuary is providing the family of Jose Gregorio Salazar with care and professional services. 505-753-2288 or Toll Free 1-800-443-4854
Leonard Jaramillo
April 1, 1962 - January 30, 2007
Leonard Jaramillo – Age 44 a resident of El Rito and formally of Vallecitos passed away on Tuesday, January 30th. He was preceded in death by his father, Antonio Jaramillo. May his soul rest in peace. Leonard was a loving son, husband, father, and brother & he will be missed dearly. He is survived by his wife, Clara Jaramillo of El Rito; son, Leonard Jaramillo, Jr. of El Rito; daughters: Crystal Vigil and boyfriend Angelo Borrego of Santa Fe and Amanda Jaramillo of El Rito; mother, Fidelia Jaramillo of Vallecitos; brother, Antonio Jaramillo and wife Mercy of Española; sisters: Kathy Ngirbedul and husband Ephenio of Denver, Diana Jaramillo and companion Jerry of Velarde, Denise Jaramillo and companion Leonard of Chili and Antoinette and friend Racquel of Rio Rancho; one Goddaughter, Rianna Harris; brother-in-law, Danny Vigil and wife Dorothy of El Rito; sister-in-law, Dolores Vigil of Santa Fe; mother-in-law, Elsie Vigil of El Rito; and numerous other relatives and friends. A rosary will be recited on Thursday, February 1, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Block-Salazar Mortuary. A second rosary will be recited on Friday, February 2, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Block-Salazar Mortuary. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated on Saturday, February 1, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. at the Nuestra Señora de Dolores Catholic Church in Vallecitos. Burial will follow at the Vallecitos Catholic Cemetery. The family of Leonard Jaramillo has placed their trust in the Rivera family of Block-Salazar Mortuary. Telephone 505-753-2288 or Toll Free 1-800-443-4854
Leonard R. Jacquez
March 4, 1966 - February 23, 2007
Leonard R. Jacquez – Age 40 a resident of Abiquiu passed away on Friday, February 23, 2007. He was proceeded in death by his parents: Bernabe and Dorothy Jacquez; and brothers: Leroy and Bernie Jacquez. May their souls rest in peace.
He is survived by his daughter, Lucia Montoya of Nambe; sisters: MaryAnn Jacquez and companion Eddie Garcia, and Antonia Jacquez all of Española; nephews: Jay and Edward Jacquez of Española, Harold Barela of Coyote; nieces: Tracy Garcia and Pammy Sanchez of Española, Amanda and Janice Jacquez of Santa Fe and Valerie Jacquez of Farmington; aunt, Carmelita Jacquez; Uncle, Toby Gonzales both of Gallina. A rosary will be recited on Monday, February 26, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Block-Salazar Mortuary. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at the Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe Catholic Church in Gallina with burial to follow at the Gallina Community Cemetery. The Rivera Family of Block-Salazar Mortuary (505) 753-2288, toll free (800) 443-4854
Trinidad Martinez
October 4, 1917 - November 22, 2007
Ms. Trinidad Martinez age 90 of Chimayo died peacefully on Thursday November 22, 2007. She was born in Chimayo on October 4, 1917 to the late Jose and Seferina Martinez. She was preceded in death by her parents, and two brothers; Frank and Calletano Martinez, three sisters; Solome Vargas, Leonarda Raymond and Ramoncita Espinoza, sister in law; Stephanita Martinez, brother in laws; Juan E. Martinez, Elojio Vargas and Carmen Espinoza. She is survived by her sister Evangelina Martinez of Chimayo, sister in law Audelia Martinez of Chimayo and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Recitation of the Rosary will be held on Sunday November 25th at 7:00 pm in the chapel of Block-Salazar Mortuary, the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday at 2:00 pm at Holy Family Catholic Church in Chimayo, interment will be at Dolores Cemetery adjacent to the church. Serving as pallbearers will be: Eraclio and Carmen Espinoza, Danny, Pat and Stephen Martinez and Flavio Martinez, Jr. The Rivera Family of Block-Salazar Mortuary, Espanola, NM. (505)753-2288, toll free (800)443-4854
Mike Pete Vigil
, - December 4, 2007
Mike Pete Vigil – Mike fought a valiant battle against lung cancer for over two years. He succumbed to the disease on Tuesday, December 4, 2007. Mike was born on October 13, 1939 in El Guache to Gusman and Antonia Vigil who preceded him in death. He is also preceded in death by his sister, Christina Vigil; brother, Bobby Vigil and great-grandson, Silas Joseph Hernandez. Mike was in the National Guard, he worked for Duke City Lumber Yard and finally for Cook's Mercantile as a driver for 25 years. He enjoyed spending time with his family, camping, farming and working on his ranch. He had many friends from his years as a resident of El Guache and working at Cook's. Mike married Virginia War from El Guache, who are the proud parents of eleven children, twenty five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Virginia; his loving children: Frances & William Cooper and Family of Los Alamos, Christine & Fabian Padilla and Family of El Guache, Matthew, Myra and Amberlyn Vigil of El Guache, Anna & Leroy Martinez and Family of San Pedro, Lucy & Anthony Rendon and Family of Dixon, Margaret & Dennis Trujillo and Family of Hernandez, Sadie & Matthew Valdez and Family of La Villita, Joselene & Lonnie Montoya and Family of McCurdy, Barbara, Vernon and Alyssa Vigil of Ojo Sarco, Tonie & Gabriel Baros and Family of El Duende and Michael Vigil and boys of El Guache; brothers and sisters: Matilda & Elmer Romero and Family, Flora Chavez and Family, Bernie & Rudy Cordova and Family, Amada Schultz and Family, Frances Holt and Family, Lily & Manuel Martinez and Family, Sylvia Salazar and Family and Daivd Vigil and Family and numerous other relatives and friends. A rosary will be recited on Thursday, December 6 at 7:00 pm. in the Chapel of Block-Salazar Mortuary. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, December 7 at 10:00 am at San Jose Catholic Church, with the burial to follow at San Jose Cemetery. Reception will immediately follow at Anthony's at the Delta. Serving as pallbearers will be Antonio Martinez, Keith Padilla, Thomas and Jerry Cordova and Joseph and Larry Salazar. Honorary pallbearers will be his two sons : Matthew and Michael Vigil; son in-laws: Bill Cooper, Fabian Padilla, Leroy Martinez, Anthony Rendon, Dennis Trujillo, Matthew Valdez, Lonnie Montoya, Vernon Vigil and Gabriel Baros. The Rivera Family of Block-Salazar Mortuary. Telephone (505) 753-2288 or 1-800-443-4854.
Patty Stimson
January 12, 1962 - July 8, 2006
Patty Stimson – Age 44 a resident of Los Alamos passed away on Saturday, July 8, 2006. She was preceded in death by her mother, Carolyn Jackson; and brother, Michael Jackson. She married John Stimson 20 years ago. She is survived by her sons: Kenny and wife Melony of White Rock and Zackery of Albuquerque; grandson, Cody; and numerous other relatives and friends. A private family service will be held on a later date. The family of Patty Stimson has placed their trust in the Rivera family of Block-Salazar Mortuary. Telephone 505-753-2288 or Toll Free 1-800-443-4854
Robert "Robbie" Trujillo
September 2, 1953 - October 23, 2005
Robert "Robbie" Trujillo, 52, a resident of Rio Chiquito passed away on Sunday, October 23, 2005. He is proceeded in death by his father, Albino Trujillo, brother, Albino Trujillo, Jr., grandfather, Rubel Romero. He is survived by his wife, Jean Trujillo, son, Armando Trujillo, and daughter Katrina Trujillo, his mother Ernestine Trujillo, sister Pita Trujillo, brothers; Jerry Trujillo and his wife Marie, Paul Trujillo and his wife Patsy, Manuel Trujillo and his wife Sandra, Marcos Trujillo and his wife Louise, father and mother in-law Gilbert and Oralia Romero, brothers in-law, George Romero and his wife Connie, Leroy Romero, Lawrence Romero and his wife Christine, nieces and nephews, Sophia, Rhonda, Amanda, Andria, Pablito, Nicole, Amberly, Jacob, Cassy, Gilberto, Andy, Fernando, and Breanna, great nieces and nephews, Alexis, Mariah, and Kalub, close friends, Manny Chavez, Toby Trujillo and Eliseo Trujillo, God children; Gilberto Romero, Melissa Vigil, and Andy Romero. Recitation of the Holy Rosary will take place on Tuesday, October 25, 2005 at 7:00 pm at Holy Family Catholic Church in Chimayo, a second Rosary will be held on Wednesday, October 26, 2005 at 7:00 pm also at Holy Family Church in Chimayo. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Thursday, October 27, 2005 at 11:00 am at Holy Family Catholic Church in Chimayo with Fr. Flavio Santillanes. Burial will follow at The Rio Chiquito Cemetery. The Rivera Family of Block-Salazar Mortuary is providing the family of Robert Trujillo with professional care and services. Telephone 505-753-2288 or Toll Free 1-800-443-4854.
Jake Isaac Sanchez
January 15, 1957 - August 28, 2007
Jake Isaac Sanchez – Age 50 A resident of Española passed away on Tuesday, August 28, 2007. He was preceded in death by his mother, Maclovia Sanchez; sisters: Lucia and Mary Sanchez; grandparents: Seferino Fernandez, Benardita Lopez-Fernandez and Apolonio and Agripanita Sanchez; uncles: Alfonso, Alberto, Abel, Eliz and Leroy and Aunt, Lizida Sanchez. May their souls rest in peace. He is survived by his father, Jose Sanchez of Española; brothers: William Anthony Sanchez of Española and Jose Orlando Sanchez and wife Jada of Coyote; sisters: JoAnn Angiolilli and husband Robert of El Duende, Brenda Sanchez and husband Charlie of Peñasco, Rose Martinez and husband Manuel of Chicago, Ill., Annabelle Maestas and husband Chris of Española, Ruth Adams and deceased husband, Frankie Adams of Albuquerque and Mary Ann Sanchez & Danny Troglia of Phoenix, Ariz; uncles: Rudolfo Sanchez of Belen, Filiberto Sanchez and wife Connie of Rodarte, Frances Sanchez and wife Stella of Rio Lucio and Gaspar Lopez of Peñaco; aunts: Rose Rogie and husband Amadeo of Nambe, Emilia Sanchez of Rodarte and Manuelita, Juanita and Edene Sanchez; friend, Manuel Espinoza; nieces, Annette and Candice Fernandez; nephew, Donovan Trujillo and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A devotional service will be held on Sunday, September 2, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Block-Salazar Mortuary. A graveside service will be held on Monday, September 3, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at the Cordova Catholic Cemetery. Block-Salazar Mortuary & Community Crematory, (505) 753-2288 or 1-800-443-4854
Seferino Salazar, Jr.
March 19, 1930 - February 21, 2007
Seferino Salazar, Jr. – Age 76 a resident of Los Luceros passed away on Wednesday, February 21, 2007 following a brief illness. He was preceded in death by his parents: Seferino and Candelaria Salazar; grandparents: Silveria and Urban Martinez; brothers: Leandro, Bernardo "Gito", and Phil Salazar; sisters: Mary Archuleta and Elisa Salazar; and close nephew, Gilbert Valdez. May their souls rest in peace. Mr. Salazar served in the United States Army, he worked for a number of years in San Leandro, CA as a welder and also worked on building roads in Los Alamos. He is survived by his son, Gilbert Garcia; daughter, Jeanette Montoya; sisters: Mercedes Maestas of Ranchitos, Martha Martinez of Alcalde and Angelina Montoya of Los Luceros; brother, Ted Salazar and wife Theresa of Albuquerque; and numerous nephews, nieces, grandchildren and other relatives and friends. Public visitation will be held on Friday, February 23, 2007 at 6:30 p.m. in the Chapel of Block-Salazar Mortuary. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated on Saturday, February 24, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Ohkay Owingeh Pueblo formally known as San Juan Pueblo. Burial will follow at the Alcalde Catholic Cemetery with the following serving as pallbearers: Joe Salazar, John Allen Gallegos, Rome Martinez, Kenneth Valdez, Phil Maestas and Randy Maestas. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be: Alex Gallegos, Bon Diaz and Erminio Lopez. The family of Seferino Salazar, Jr. has placed their trust in the Rivera family of Block-Salazar Mortuary. Telephone 505-753-2288 or Toll Free 1-800-443-4854
Thomas Raymond Sanchez
March 24, 1958 - July 29, 2005
Thomas Raymond Sanchez – Age 47 a resident of San Juan passed away on Friday, July 29, 2005 unexpectedly. He was preceded in death by his father, Julian Sanchez; grandfather, Jose Zebedeo Sanchez; and brother, Patrick Martinez. He is survived by his wife, Alexandria "Sandy" Sanchez of San Juan; son, Tyler Zebedeo Sanchez of San Juan; mother, Ramona Sanchez of San Juan; brothers and sisters: Victor and Clyde Martinez, Elizabeth Springer, Fila Diaz, Elizada Martinez, Mildred Archuleta and Nora Sanchez; close friend, Rodney Maes; and numerous nephews, nieces and other close relatives and friends. Public visitation will be held on Sunday, July 31, 2005 at 6:30 p.m. in the Chapel of Block-Salazar Mortuary with a rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Public visitation will be held on Monday, August 1, 2005 at 5:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Block-Salazar Mortuary with a rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, August 2, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in San Juan Pueblo. Interment will follow at the Alcalde Cemetery with the following serving as pallbearers: Rodney Maes, Patrick Serrano, Marty Lopez, Isaac Trujillo, Bobby Edmonds, Freddy Dupree, John Gallegos and Rudy Archuleta. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be: Brian Archuleta, Ben Maestas, Derrick Serrano, Randy Sanchez, Joe Gomez, Ray Martinez, Archie Diaz and Keith Law. The Rivera family of Block-Salazar Mortuary is providing the family of Thomas Raymond Sanchez with care and professional service. Please visit www.blocksalazarmortuary.com to read the obituary in its entirety and you may also sign the online guest register book. 505-753-2288 or Toll Free 800-443-4854
Tonita "Ova" Naranjo
Tonita "Ova" Naranjo – Age 67 a resident of Santa Clara Pueblo passed away on Wednesday, March 7, 2007 following a short illness. She was preceded in death by her father, Jose Domingo Naranjo; and mother, Sara Naranjo. She is survived by her husband, Fidel Naranjo of Santa Clara Pueblo; children: Fidel E. Naranjo, Jr., Priscilla Naranjo, Yvonne Naranjo, Maxine Naranjo, Danny Naranjo and Anthony Naranjo all of Santa Clara Pueblo; brother: Santiago Naranjo of Santa Clara Pueblo; sister, Frances Herrera of California; sponsor for her marriage, Helen Padilla of Santa Clara Pueblo; mother-in-law, Madeline Naranjo of Santa Clara Pueblo; sister-in-law, Frances Naranjo and family of Santa Clara Pueblo; brother-in-law, Joseph L. Naranjo and family of Albuquerque; and numerous other relatives and friends. A wake service will be held on Thursday, March 8, 2007 at 3:30 p.m. at her mother-in-law's residence in Santa Clara Pueblo. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated on Friday, March 9, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. at the Santa Clara Pueblo Catholic Church with burial to follow at the Santa Clara Pueblo Cemetery. The family of Tonita "Ova" Naranjo has placed their trust in the Rivera family of Block-Salazar Mortuary. Telephone 505-753-2288 or Toll Free 1-800-443-4854
Rodolfo A. Valdez
October 29, 1927 - November 22, 2007
Rodolfo A. Valdez age 80 of Fairview, passed away on November 22, 2007. He was born on October 29, 1927 in Raton New Mexico. He graduated in 1945 from Raton High School and earned his Bachelors degree in Business Administration from the University of New Mexico in 1950. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served in the Naval Reserves. In partnership with his brother Reinaldo M. Valdez, he ran an accounting business for over 55 years in Espanola. He was instrumental in forming the Santa Cruz Church Parish Council and the Espanola Little League. He was a past member of The Knights of Columbus, the Kiwanis Club, and served on the Rio Arriba County 4-H Fair Board. He had a long and blessed marriage to Angelina Rodriguez Valdez, who he married in 1951 and who preceded him in death in 1989. He was also preceded in death by his parents Alejandro and Francesquita Valdez, brother Reinaldo M. Valdez and sister Amelia Trujillo. He is survived by his children Elena Valdez Matthews of Las Cruces and Carlos Valdez of Los Alamos, and granddaughter Monica O'Neal and husband Kevin O'Neal of Guthrie, Oklahoma. He was recently blessed with the arrival of great granddaughter Savannah Rhea O'Neal. He is also survived by brother Arthur L. Valdez of Las Cruces, and many loving and close relatives and friends. Recitation of the Rosary will be held on Monday, November 26th at 7:00 pm at La Iglesia de Santa Cruz de la Cañada. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday at 11 a.m. at the same church. Interment will take place at Holy Cross Cemetery. The Rivera Family of Block-Salazar Mortuary, Espanola, NM. (505)753-2288, toll free (800)443-4854
