Adam "Don" H. Soliz
December 18, 1957 - September 4, 2005
Mr. Adam "Don" H. Soliz, age 47 of Santa Fe, NM. passed away on Sunday September 4, 2005. He was preceded in death by his father Santos Soliz in May of 2005. He was a big fan of the Dallas Cowboys football team and enjoyed riding his motorcycles and four wheelers. He attended Challenge New Mexico and referred to it as his college and was such a friendly person who cared about other people's happiness. He is survived by his loving mother Theresa Soliz, his brothers and sisters; Amador Soliz and his companion Laura Yoder, Elsa Pacheco, Santos Gallegos and her husband Ray, Amado Soliz and his wife Fidela, Rene Soliz and his companion Nanette Perea all of Santa Fe, Chriselda Soliz and her companion Eugene Salazar of Espanola, Bertha Visarraga and her husband Pete, Daisy Soliz, and Albert Soliz and his wife Angela all of Santa Fe. He is also survived by numerous uncles and aunts, nephews and nieces and other relatives. Recitation of the Rosary will be held on Thursday September 8, 2005 at 7:00 pm at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Santa Fe, Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated the following day, Friday at 10:00 AM at the same church with interment to follow at Memorial Gardens Cemetery on Rodeo Rd. Serving the family as pallbearers will be; Amador, Rene, Amado, and Albert Soliz, Daniel Archuleta and Xavier Visarraga. The family of Adam H. Soliz has entrusted his care to the Rivera Family of Block-Salazar Mortuary of the Espanola Valley. (505)753-2288, toll free (800)443-4854,
Adelina Sanchez
August 2, 1923 - August 8, 2005
Adelina Sanchez – Age 82 a resident of Albuquerque passed away on Monday, August 8, 2005. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bernabel Sanchez in 1995; brothers; J.D. Martinez Sr., Jose Pat Martinez, Tony Martinez, C. Paul Martinez and Joe G. Martinez. She is survived by her brother, Augustine Martinez and wife Theresita of San Pedro; sister, Annie Urban of Albuquerque; sisters-in-law: Ruby Shirley of Santa Fe and Delia Martinez, Gen Martinez and Mae Martinez all of the Española area; and numerous nephews and nieces whom she loved like her own. A rosary will be recited on Tuesday, August 9, 2005 at 7:30 p.m. in the chapel of Block-Salazar Mortuary. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, August 10, 2005 at 9:00 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Santa Fe. Interment will follow at 10:30 a.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery with the following serving as pallbearers: J.D. Martinez Jr., Phillip Martinez, Tony Martinez Jr., Gerald Martinez, Pete Vigil and George Shaw. Honorary pallbearers will be all of her nieces and nephews. To read the obituary in its entirety please log on to www.blocksalazarmortuary.com where you may sign the online guest register book. The Rivera family of Block-Salazar Mortuary is providing the family of Adelina Sanchez with care and professional services. Telephone 505-753-2288 or Toll Free 1-800-443-4854
Althea Showalter
November 9, 1916 - April 28, 2006
Althea Showalter – Age 89 a resident of Los Alamos passed away on Friday, April 28th, 2006. She was preceded in death by her husband, David M. Showalter; brothers: Larry and Wesley Aungst; and a sister, Marie Nessman. She was born on November 9th, 1916 to Amos Aungst and Jennie Hamilton-Aungst in Bloomingdale, NJ. She married David Showalter on September 3, 1949 in Monrovia, CA. She held nursing positions in the states of: New York, Minnesota, California and Texas as a Registered Nurse. She was a member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Temple, Texas, was in the Alumni Association of Bellevue School of Nursing in New York City and was a graduate of New York University. She is survived by her daughters: Elaine Watson and husband William of Los Alamos and Jane Solari of Jolon, CA; sister, Edith Seltenheim of Oakland, NJ; granddaughter, Kitty Brown and husband Chris of Ft. Collins, CO; grandsons: David Watson of Farmington and Christopher Watson of Albuquerque; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Memorial services will be held in Temple, Texas. The family of Althea Showalter has placed their trust in the Rivera Family of Block-Salazar Mortuary. Telephone 505-753-2288 or Toll Free 1-800-443-4854
Amadita "Amy" Sanchez
April 3, 1951 - October 20, 2005
Amadita "Amy" Sanchez – Age 54 a lifelong resident of Dixon, passed away on Thursday, October 20th, 2005, with her loving family by her side in Santa Fe. Amy worked for the Española Public Schools for 13 years and recently worked for the Los Alamos National Laboratory for 20 years as a procurement contract assistant. She was preceded in death by her beloved father, Amado Archuleta on August 11th, 2005. She is survived by her loving companion, Joaquin "Jackie" Garduño; her son, Walter Earl Sanchez and wife April; her daughter, Kristal Sanchez; four grandchildren: Kyrstyana Sanchez, Donevon, Brian and Zachary Sanchez; her loving mother, Domitila Archuleta of Dixon; brothers and sisters: Agripiana "Pana" Martinez and husband William of Embudo, Patricio Archuleta and his former wife, Nora Rodriguez of Embudo, Adonais Archuleta and wife Joann of Española, Orlinda Alewine and husband Carlton of Dixon, Rudy Archuleta and companion Brenda Ortiz of Dixon, Anita Lucy Archuleta and companion Henry Gallegos of Alcalde, Eleanor Duda and husband Edward of Dixon, Celso Archuleta and best friend, Brian Eldridge of Dixon and Frances Archuleta of Dixon; and Walter and Julie Sanchez of Dixon; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements are tentatively scheduled, public visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 25th, 2005 at 9:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Block-Salazar Mortuary with a rosary to be recited on Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. A second rosary will be recited on Wednesday, October 26th, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Dixon. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, October 27th, 2005 at 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow at the St. Anthony's Catholic Cemetery in Dixon with the following serving as pallbearers: Agripiana Martinez, Orlinda Alewine, Lucy Archuleta, Eleanor Duda, Frances Archuleta and April Sanchez. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be: Kyrstyana, Donevon, Brian and Zachary Sanchez and Mr. and Mrs. Elebeo Roybal. The family of Amadita "Amy" Sanchez has placed their trust in the Rivera family of Block-Salazar Mortuary. Telephone 505-753-2288 or Toll Free 1-800-443-4854.
Carlos E. Julien
Death: October 26, 2007
Mr. CARLOS E. JULIEN age 58 of Espanola passed away on Friday October 26, 2007. He is survived by his beloved mother Matilde DelCanto of Illinois, his son Charles Julien of Espanola, his daughter Tiffini Julien of Espanola, grandchildren Ariana and Leandro as well as many relatives and friends. A memorial service for Mr. Julien will be held at Block-Salazar Mortuary on Tuesday October 30th at 7:00 O'clock PM with Pastor Salomon Sanchez officiating. This will be the only service held, for Mr. Julien. The care for Carlos Julien is provided by The Rivera Family of Block-Salazar Mortuary. (505)753-2288, toll free (800)443-4854
Celia Jacquez de Trujillo
Born: September 16, 1906
Place of Birth: Mora, New Mexico
Death: May 3, 2005
Mrs. Celia Jacquez De Trujillo age 98 of Chimayo passed away on Tuesday May 3, 2005. She was preceded in death by her late husband Canuto Trujillo, her daughter Aurelia Fresquez in 1996, her parents Enrique and Eugenia Jacquez, four sisters; Fransisquita Jacquez, Carmelita Ulibarri, Juanita Sanchez and Celestina Henik, and three brothers; Tomas, Emilio and Isidro Jaquez. She is survived by her children; Carlota Ortiz and her husband Ursulo of Santa Fe, Fabiola Borrego of Albuquerque, Eleanor Maestas and her husband Joe of Chamita, Priscilla Alire and her husband Ray of CA., and Lita Price and her husband Thomas of CA. She is also survived by numerous Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren and Great Great Grandchildren as well as other relatives and foster children. Recitation of the Rosary will be held on Thursday May 5th at 7:00 pm at Block-Salazar Mortuary. Mass of Christian burial will take place on Friday May 6th at 1:30 pm at Holy Family Catholic Church in Chimayo.
Dorothy Jacquez
June 1, 1928 - March 20, 2006
Dorothy Jacquez – Age 77 a lifelong resident of Gallina passed away on Monday, March 20, 2006 following a lengthy illness. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bernabe Jacquez; 2 sons: Bernie and Leroy Jacquez; mother, Leocadia Gonzales; and brothers: George and Gilbert Gonzales. She is survived by her children: Toni Jacquez of Abiquiu, Mary Ann Jacquez and companion Eddie Garcia, Leonard Jacquez and Jay Jacquez all of Española; sister, Carmelita Jacquez of Gallina; brothers: Toby Gonzales of Gallina and Joe Martinez of Bloomfield; grandchildren: Lucia Montoya of Santa Fe, Tracy Garcia of Española; Amanda and Janice Jacquez both of Santa Fe, Eddie Jacquez of Española, Harold Barela of Coyote, Valerie Trujillo of Farmington and Pammy Sanchez of Española; nieces and nephews: Kathy, Herman, Alvin, Pauline, Joyce and Jeffery Jacquez all of Gallina and Belinda Armijo of Santa Fe; and numerous other relatives and friends. Public visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 22, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Block-Salazar Mortuary where a rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, March 23, 2006 at the Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe Catholic Church in Gallina. The time of the funeral is pending at this time, you may call the mortuary throughout the day for the funeral time. Burial will follow the mass at the Gallina Cemetery. The family of Dorothy Jacquez has placed their trust in the Rivera family of Block-Salazar Mortuary. Telephone 505-753-2288 or Toll Free 1-800-443-4854
Ernestine "Tina" Trujillo
Born: November 25, 1931
Place of Birth: Española, New Mexico
Death: December 29, 2006
Place of Death: Rio Chiquito, New Mexico
Ernestine "Tina" Trujillo – Age 75 a lifelong resident of Rio Chiquito passed away on Friday, December 29th, 2006. She was preceded in death by her husband, Albino Trujillo; sons: Albino Trujillo Jr. and Robert Trujillo; parents: Marcos and Higinia Trujillo; brothers: Pula and Reyes Trujillo. May their souls rest in peace. She is survived by her children: Jerry Trujillo and wife Marie, Paul Trujillo and wife Patsy, Manuel Trujillo and wife Sandra, Marcos Trujillo and wife Louise, Pita Trujillo and companion Jesse Sanchez and daughter-in-law, Jean Trujillo all of Rio Chiquito; sisters: Dulcinea Vigil and husband Dimas and Toni Lopez and husband Alferio all of Rio Chiquito; sisters-in-law: Dolores Vigil of Rio Chiquito and Tina E. Trujillo of Chimayo; and numerous grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild and other relatives and friends. A rosary will be recited on Sunday, December 31st, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Block-Salazar Mortuary. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated on Tuesday, January 2nd, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at the Holy Family Catholic Church in Chimayo. Burial will follow at the Rio Chiquito Cemetery with the following serving as pallbearers: Jerry, Paul, Manuel, Marcos, Armando and Pablito Trujillo. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be all of her grandchildren and great-grandchild. The family of Ernestine "Tina" Trujillo has placed their trust in the Rivera family of Block-Salazar Mortuary. Telephone 505-753-2288 or Toll Free 1-800-443-4854
Evelyn G. Trujillo
Born: December 26, 1963
Place of Birth: Alamosa, Colorado
Death: February 10, 2006
Place of Death: Medanales, New Mexico
Evelyn G. Trujillo – Age 42 a resident of Medanales passed away on Friday, February 10th following an illness. She was preceded in death by her father, Ernesto Trujillo. May his soul rest in peace. She was born on December 26th, 1963 in Alamosa, Colorado; to Silviano and Libby Trujillo and her adoptive mother Nora Trujillo. She was a loving mother and a homemaker to her two children. She liked to do arts and crafts and she liked to sew. She is survived by her daughter, Sylvia Molina and companion Ronnie of Medanales; son, Donavan Molina of Medanales; adopted mother, Nora Trujillo of Medanales; parents: Silviano and Libby Trujillo of Medanales; brothers and sisters: Bernie Trujillo and wife Rose of Velarde, Marvin Trujillo and wife Lena of Medanales, Leonard Trujillo and wife Karen of Tierra Azul and Rose and Dorothy Trujillo both of Medanales; 2 grandchildren; and numerous other relatives and friends. Public visitation will be held on Monday, February 13, 2006 at 6:30 p.m. in the Chapel of Block-Salazar Mortuary where a wake service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, February 14, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at the San Antonio Catholic Church in Medanales. Burial will follow at the San Antonio Catholic Cemetery in Medanales. The family of Evelyn G. Trujillo has placed their trust in the Rivera family of Block-Salazar Mortuary. Telephone 505-753-2288
Frances Naranjo
Born: October 12, 1920
Place of Birth: Santa Clara Pueblo, New Mexico
Death: March 13, 2006
Place of Death: Albuquerque, New Mexico
FRANCES NARANJO Age 85 of Santa Clara Pueblo passed away on March 13, 2005 in Albuquerque. She was a teacher in the missionary field for 28 years and then in Espanola in the public school system for 18 years. She was preceded in death by her parents Desiderio and Rebecca Naranjo, sisters; Tonita Daley, Josephine Ethlebh, Orlinda Abeyta and Lorencita Vermillion. She is survived by her only brother Albert Naranjo and wife Carol of Espanola, her sister Mary Kettle of Maryland and other family members.
Recitation of the Rosary will be held on Tuesday March 14 at 7:00 pm in the Chapel at Block-Salazar Mortuary, Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday at 9:00 am at the Santa Clara Catholic Church with interment at the Santa Clara Pueblo Cemetery. The family of Frances Naranjo have entrusted her care to the Rivera family of Block-Salazar Mortuary of the Espanola valley. (505)753-2288, toll free (800)443-4854
Gary L. Stelzer
July 31, 1949 - February 2, 2006
Gary L. Stelzer – Age 56 a resident of Los Alamos passed away on Thursday, February 2, 2006. He was preceded in death by his parents: Robert D. Stelzer Sr. and Viola M. Stelzer. Gary retired from the Los Alamos National Lab after 34 years of service as a Mechanical Technologist. His main love and life was his best friend and companion, Bean-O, along with his family and many friends. He was a member of the Elks and also the American Legion. And enjoyed fishing with his friends. He is survived by his brothers: Bob Stelzer of Belen and Jim Stelzer of Los Alamos; sister-in-law, Ruth Stelzer of Belen; nephews and nieces: Bryan Stelzer of Belen, Leslie, Craig, Amber and Aubrey Sizemore all of Moriarty and Tony Henderson of Belen; children: Johnathan and Shanna Stelzer; and numerous other relatives and friends. Cremation is being planned. And a private memorial service will be held on a later date. The family of Gary L. Stelzer has placed their trust in the Rivera Family of Block-Salazar Mortuary and Community Crematory. Telephone 505-753-2288 or Toll Free 1-800-443-4854.
Jason W. Smith
February 16, 1944 - April 1, 2006
Jason W. Smith – Age 62 a resident of Santa Cruz passed away on Saturday, April 1st, 2006. He was preceded in death by his parents: Herbert A. and Lela Smith; and sister, Polly Mallory. He was born on February 16th, 1944 to Herbert A. and Lela Smith in Amarillo, Texas. He married Ramoncita M. Smith on December 24th, 1971 in Santa Fe, New Mexico. He is survived by his wife, Ramoncita M. Smith of Santa Cruz; brothers and sisters: Duane Smith and wife Thelma of Dumas, Texas, Mary Phillips and Jessie Smith both of White Deer, Texas and Elizabeth Martin and husband Daryl of Portales, New Mexico; brother-in-law, D.C. Mallory of Dumas, Texas; and numerous other relatives and friends. A memorial service to commemorate Mr. Smith's life will be held on Saturday, April 8, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Block-Salazar Mortuary. The family of Jason W. Smith has placed their trust in the Rivera family of Block-Salazar Mortuary. Telephone 505-753-2288 or Toll Free 1-800-443-4854
J.M. Stevenson
June 28, 1933 - March 5, 2007
J.M. Stevenson – Age 73 a resident of Española passed away on Monday, March 5, 2007 following a lengthy illness. Mr. Stevenson taught and coached for 10 years at McCurdy School, also coached at Santa Fe Indian School, St. Catherine's School, Santa Fe Prep, Santa Fe High and also Española Valley Middle School. He was a graduate of the Collegiate School in New York City, Tufts University and received his Masters at the University of Bridgeport. He was a life member of Cerrillos Lodge #19 AF & AM and a member of the Santa Fe Chapter 19 OES. He was a Lay Minister for the Hernandez UMC. He recently attended services at Aposento Alto in Rio Chiquito. He is survived by his wife of 46 years: Doris Stevenson of Española; step-sons: George Morse and Daniel Morse both of Española; step-daughter, Edith Brown and husband Cecil of Española; 6 step-grandchildren; 10 step-great-grandchildren; 2 half sisters: Ruth Ann Henderson and Alice Van De Water both of Santa Barbara, CA; adopted sister, Elena Watson Woolbridge of DeKalb, Illinois; and numerous friends, relatives and former students. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, March 11, 2007 at 3:00 p.m. at the Velarde United Methodist Church with Minister Larry Lauber officiating. Burial will follow at the La Loma Vista Cemetery in Alcalde. Following the burial a reception will follow at the Lighthouse Gourmet Coffee Shop. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to a charity of your choice. The family of J.M. Stevenson has placed their trust in the Rivera family of Block-Salazar Mortuary. Telephone 505-753-2288 or Toll Free 1-800-443-4854
Joe Benito "El Plomero" Sanchez
Born: July 20, 1927
Place of Birth: Lyden, New Mexico
Death: February 26, 2007
Place of Death: Chamisal, New Mexico
Joe Benito Sanchez (el Plomero) of Chamisal, N.M. was born on July 20, 1927 in Lyden, N.M. passed away in the home on February 26, 2007 after a long illness. He was preceded in death by his son, Joe Benito Sanchez Jr.; daughter Benita Sanchez; father Federico Sanchez; sister, Josefina Lujan and brothers, Juan Gilbert; Nelson and Victor Sanchez and brother-in-law, Lalo Rivera. He is survived by his wife Mary Alcarita Sanchez of the home, mother Eliza Sanchez of Lyden, N.M. mother-in-law, Juanita Garcia of Chamisal, N.M. Daughters, Becky Fernandez (Eddie) of Española; N.M., Eutimia Visarraga (Wayne) of Peñasco and Victoria Sanchez of Española. Sons, Arturo Sanchez of Dover, DE; Rudy Sanchez and Federico Sanchez (Mary Lou) of Chamisal, N.M. Grandsons, Louis Fernandez of Española, N.M.; Alex (Desiree) of San Diego, CA, Christopher Visarraga of Peñasco, N.M. and Amadeus Sanchez of Dover, Deleware; Granddaughters, Melissa Romero of Albuquerque, N.M.; Edwardine (like a daughter) and Matilda Fernandez of Espanola, N.M. Amanda Sanchez of Grants, N.M., Athena; Chenoa and Anja Sanchez of Chamisal, N.M. and Keioma Visarraga of Peñasco, N.M. Sisters, Lydia Rivera of Santa Fe, N.M., Stella Carter of Austin, TX, Bertha Ulibarri (Alfonso) of Santa Fe, N.M. and Rita Sanchez of Lyden, N.M. Brothers, James Sanchez (Maria Teresa) of Albuquerque, N.M. and Isidoro Sanchez (Celina) of Pecos, NM. Brothers-in-law, Max Garcia (Sandy) of Chamisal, N.M. and Ben Lujan of Lyden, N.M. Eight great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. A rosary will be recited on Wednesday, February 28, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Block-Salazar Mortuary. A second rosary will be recited on Thursday, March 1, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. at the San Antonio Catholic Church in Peñasco. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated on Friday, March 2, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at the San Antonio Catholic Church in Peñasco with father Mark Schultz officiating. Burial will follow at the Peñasco Community Cemetery. The family of Joe Benito Sanchez "El Plomero" has placed their trust in the Rivera family of Block-Salazar Mortuary. Telephone 505-753-2288 or Toll Free 1-800-443-4854
