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Carol Mae Ortiz, 76, of Questa passed away on January 21, 2005. Graveside service will be held on January 25, 2005 at El Pueblito cemetery. Arrangements by Rivera-Hanlon Funeral Home.

Ed F. Garcia, 64, of Cerro passed away on January 22nd, 2005. He is survived by his wife Dolores D. Garcia, daughter Pamela Montoya (Gilbert) of Chimayo and son Edmund Garcia (Tami) of Las Vegas, NV. He is also survived by his grandchildren Paola Garcia, Gabriela and Alexandrea Montoya, Haley Rae and Jordon Louisa Garcia, sisters Mary Arellano, Lila Cerna (Ben), and Elizabeth Flores.
Rosary was recited on January 24, 2005. Funeral mass was held on January 25, 2005. Both services were held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Cerro. Interment was held at the Cerro cemetery. Arrangements by Rivera-Hanlon Funeral Home.

Jose Abel Espinoza, known as Mongolio, age 80 born on July 03, 1924 died on January 23, 2005 at this home in Taos after a lengthy illness. Abel will forever be remembered for his kindness, generosity and strong loving spirit and always putting others before himself Abel was born in Black Lake, NM to the late Juanita and Enriquez Espinoza. He is survived by his wife, Benita Espinoza of 41 years, children, Mathew Espinoza, Evelyn Martinez (Allen) and Melissa Martinez (Richard). He is also survived by grandchildren, Mindy Trujillo, Samantha & Matthew Espinoza, John Allen Jr. and sister, Margarita Sandoval of Albuquerque. Abel also helped raise his sister in law, Cecilia Trujillo, children, Moises Trujillo, Mae Trujillo and Leslie Tafoya who he also considered a very close part of the family.
Rosary was recited on January 25, 2005. Funeral mass was held on January 26, 2005. Both services were held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Interment was held at Dolores cemetery. Arrangements by Rivera-Hanlon Funeral Home.

Anna Marie “Annie” Martinez de Gonzales, 40, of El Prado passed away on Tuesday, February 08, 2005. She was a school bus contractor for Taos Municipal Schools and a 1982 graduate of Taos High School. She is preceded in death by her father, Ernest Martinez, grandparents, Jose & Marina Cordova, Toribio & Celina Martinez, Rafelita & Armando Claudio Gonzales, Petrita & Luis Fernandez. She is survived by her husband, Faustin “Tiner” Gonzales Jr., children, Amanda and Faustin “Juno” Gonzales, mother, Cecilia Martinez (Jose Claudio Romero), sisters, Ernestine Padilla (Ray), Dianna Watson (Adonais) and Dolores Martinez (Mike), in laws, Flora & Faustin Gonzales, sisters and brother in law, Loretta Gonzales (Bruce), Debra Blythe (John), Raymond Gonzales (Viviana), special nephew, Ernesto Martinez, many other relatives and friends. She loved all her nephews and nieces and was always thinking about them.
Rosary will be recited on Thursday, February 10, 2005 at 7 PM at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Funeral mass will be held on Friday, February 11, 2005 at 10 AM at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church with interment to follow at Dolores cemetery. Arrangements by Rivera-Hanlon Funeral Home.

David Eric Galvez, 38, passed away February 7, 2005 at his home. David was born March 9, 1966 in Albuquerque, New Mexico the son of Erineo Eric Galvez and Nora R. Rael Galvez. David united in marriage to Michelle Ortiz on October 4, 1986 in San Luis, CO. He was a member of the Rio Costilla Livestock Association and Golden Gloves Boxing. His hobbies included horse riding, bull riding, carving, painting, fishing, reading, praying and skiing. He especially enjoyed spending time with his loving family. Survivors include his wife Michelle Galvez of the family home in Jaroso, CO; parents, Erineo & Nora Galvez of Jaroso, CO; mother-in-law, Anna Marie Ortiz of Colorado Springs, CO; daughter (Esperanza) Hope Andrea Galvez of Jaroso, CO; two sons, William & Jonathon Galvez both of Jaroso, CO sister, Annamarie Ortiz of Colorado Springs, CO, brother Dr. Estevan Rael-Galvez of Santa Fe, NM. David was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Felipe Ortiz, maternal grandparents, Jose Albino Rael, Andrellita Mandonado Rael, paternal grandparents, Antonio J. Galvez and Adela Martinez Galvez.

Sonya (Dorman) Hess, passed peacefully from this life on Feb. 14, 2005. She was born in New York City in 1924 and moved to Taos, NM in 1986. She was an author and a poet. Her science fiction works are in noted anthologies and she published seven books of poetry. Her last years were spent with the loving care at Plaza de Retiro. She will be interred at Auburn, Maine. Any memorials should be sent to the Sonya Hess collection at the Taos, NM Public Library.

William Bill, Sarson, 71, of Silver City, NM, former Real Estate Appraiser of Taos, NM. passed away Friday, Jan. 28, at home after a long illness. Survivors include his wife, Perfecta, children, Gary Mosley, of Scottsdale, AZ; Stephen Mosley of Silver City, NM; Carol Gonzalez of Monument, CO.
Cremation has taken place.

Cornelio Rendon, 82, of Arroyo Seco passed away on Friday, February 25, 2005. He is survived by his brothers, Jose Rendon of Arroyo Seco and Sabino Rendon of Rio Rancho.
Service was held on March 01, 2005 at Rivera Chapel. Arrangements by Rivera-Hanlon Funeral Home.

Eloy Quintana, Sr., 72, of El Prado passed away on Sunday, February 27, 2005. He worked for Holy Cross Hospital for 47 years. He is preceded in death by his mother, Eliza Salazar and grandson, Gabriel Cardenas. He is survived by his wife, Evelyn Quintana and children, Eloy Quintana Jr., Marygrace Hammer and Sylvia Quintana (Jose) all of Taos. He is also survived by grandchildren, Dominic and Stephanie Hammer, Requildo Cardenas, great grandchildren, Gabriel and Isaac Cardenas, brother and sisters, Sam Quintana, Dolores Baca (Juan), Mercy Trujillo (Ray), Angie Gonzales, many nephews, nieces and other relatives.
Rosary was recited on March 01, 2005. Funeral mass was held on March 02, 2005. Both services were held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Interment was held at Dolores cemetery. Arrangements by Rivera-Hanlon Funeral Home.

Reymundo “Landy” Maestas, 62, of Talpa passed away on Saturday, February 26, 2005. He is preceded in death by his parents, Andres C. & Eloisa Maestas. He is survived by his brothers and sisters, Guillerma Romero (Jose), Anastacio Maestas (Kathy), Esther Santistevan (Roy), Andres Maestas Jr., Corrine Valdez (Eugene), Uvaldo Maestas (Linda), Bernida Maestas, Tomasita Maestas and Manuel Maestas (Cecilia). He is also survived by aunt, Emilina Garcia, many nephews, nieces and other relatives.
Rosary was recited on March 01, 2005. Funeral mass was held on March 02, 2005. Both services were held at San Francisco de Asis Catholic Church. Interment was held at Talpa cemetery. Arrangements by Rivera-Hanlon Funeral Home.

Virginia A. Steensgaard, 85, a current resident of Taos, formerly of Waterloo, IA, passed away on February 22, 2005. She is preceded in death by her parents; George and Myrtle Conway, a brother; Kenneth Conway and a daughter in law; Sharon Steensgaard in 2003. Mrs. Steensgaard is survived by her husband; Jens R. Steengaard and a son; Gary Richard Steensgaard and wife Doris of Ruidoso, NM. Grandson; Mark Steensgaard and wife Keeler of St. Louis, Missouri, Granddaughter; MaryAnn Ferguson and husband Adam of Taos, NM, three great grandchildren; Brandon and Jonathan Steensgaard and Sierra Ferguson. She will be missed dearly by all who knew her. Cremation arrangements were made and a Memorial service was held on Wednesday, February 23, 2005 at 6:30 PM at the Rivera-Hanlon Funeral Home in Taos, NM. The Steengaards were proud members of the Masonic Temple. In lieu of flowers, the family has respectfully requested that donations be made to the following organizations: Shriner’s Hospital, 12545 Fee Fee Road, St. Louis, MO 63146 or the Taos Feral Feline Friends, PO Box 1926, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557. Anyone knowing Virginia, knew how much she loved cats. The Taos Feral Feline Friends is an organization that her granddaughter works closely with. The family of Virginia A. Steensgaard have entrusted the care of her arrangements to the Rivera family of Block-Salazar Mortuary and Rivera Hanlon Funeral Home. For further information regarding these services, please call on our staff at any time at 505-753-2288 or 1-800-443-4854.

Sophie L. Graves, 89, of Taos passed away on February 19, 2005. She is preceded in death by her husband, Frank L. Graves in 1974 and Grandson, Mike Graves. She is survived by her children, Bonnie H. Ryan (Bill) of Taos, Tony L. Graves (Louise) of Taos and Gilbert Graves (Deborah) of Tusas. She is also survived by sisters, Ernestine Maestas (Ben) of Taos and Polly Duran of Des Montes, seven grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. Memorial service will be held on Friday, February 25, 2005 at 1 p.m. at Rivera Chapel with reception to follow from 2-4 at Ramada Inn. Arrangements by Rivera-Hanlon Funeral Home.

M. Clifford Romero - 49, A resident of Vadito passed away on February 17, 2005 after a lengthy illness. He was preceded in death by his father, Felix Romero Sr; brother William Romero maternal grandparents; Max and Juanita Martinez; paternal grandparents; Abel and Bernardita Romero; father-in-law, Manuel Salazar; sister-in-law, Rebecca Salazar; grandparents-in-law: Pedro and Rebecca Flores, Filiberto Sr. and Amelia Salazar. Clifford loved to be in the mountains, going for wood and riding his horse. He was a great father to his children. He is survived by his wife Teresa Romero; daughters: Marissa Romero and Sierra Romero; sons: Malaquias C. Romero Jr. and Estevan Romero all of Vadito; mother, Tillie Romero of Vadito; brothers: Felix Romero Jr. and wife Mary of Grants, Alberto Romero and wife Olivia of Vadito; sisters: Trina Garcia and husband Ellis of Taos, Merlinda Archuleta and husband Roger of Vadito and Cecilia Romero; mother-in-law, Agnes Salazar of Llano Quemado; brothers-in-law Fabian Salazar, Jacob Salazar and wife Elizaria of Llano Quemado; sister, Rachel Salazar and numerous nephews, nieces, uncles, aunts and many other relatives and friends. A rosary was recited on Saturday, February 19, 2005 at 6:00 pm at St. Francis de Asisi Catholic Church in Taos. A second rosary will be recited on Sunday February 20, 2005 at 7:00 pm at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Penasco. Mass of Christian burial was celebrated on Monday, February 21, 2005 at 11:00 am. at St. Anthony's in Penasco. Burial followed at Vadito cemetery.

Hadasah K. Green, 85, of Taos passed on March 26, 2005. She is preceded in death by her husband, Irving Green. She and her husband started Fiesta Bakery on North Pueblo Road.
Arrangements by Rivera-Hanlon Funeral Home.

Lois Oakeley Rael, *94, of Taos passed away on March 25, 2005. She is preceded in death by her husbands, Robert C. Oakeley and J.B. Rael. She is survived by her children, Robert Oakeley (Glayds) of Taos, Bill Oakeley (Antonia) of Santa Fe, Barbara Mondragon (Lloyd) of Taos and Jim Oakeley (Louella) of Arroyo Hondo, many grandchildren, great grandchildren and other relatives.
Rosary will be held on Tuesday, March 29, 2005 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Funeral mass will be held on Wednesday, March 30, 2005 at 10 AM Our Lady of Guadalupe Church. Arrangements by at Rivera-Hanlon Funeral Home.

Van Hinds, 91, of Taos passed away on March 22, 2005. He is preceded in death by his wife, Gladys Hinds. He is survived by his children, Mary Powell (Tom), Larry Hinds, six grandchildren, four great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren.
Funeral service was held on March 26, 2005 at Rivera Chapel. Interment was held at Sierra Vista cemetery. Family requests that memorial contributions be made to Casa de Corazon, P.O. Drawer KK, Taos, NM 87571 or Animal Rescue, P.O. Box 198, Tres Piedras, NM 87577.
Arrangements by Rivera-Hanlon Funeral Home.

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