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Scott K. Sloan passed away suddenly on Friday, November 14, 2014 at the age of 54. He was born in Santa Fe and raised in Tesuque. An avid outdoorsman, Scott loved fishing, hunting, golf, as well as family gatherings. He also enjoyed painting, wood working and photography.  Always a hard worker, Scott had careers in the rental car industry, handyman business, real estate and finally as an independent roadside service attendant. Scott is survived by Charlene Gerlach; daughter,...

Louis Emil Frosh: A Legacy of Art and Kindness September 16, 1921 — September 15, 2014 With apologies to Dylan Thomas, Louis Emil Frosh did “go gentle into that good night,” just hours before his 93rd birthday. With grace and dignity, Lou had greeted near-blindness due to macular degeneration. When cancer came calling, he never lost his composure. He kept up with politics and gym classes, continued cooking until recent months, and listened to DVD movies...

Alfonso “Ikie” Catanach December 20, 1926 – September 14, 2014 Alfonso “Ikie” Catanach passed away Sept 14th, surrounded by his family after a brief illness. One of eight children of James and Eulalia Catanach, Ikie was born on Dec. 20, 1926. He was a kind and gentle husband and father and more than anything enjoyed spending time with his loved ones and dog, Chaco. He will be remembered for his strong Catholic faith, service to his country,...

Arthur Giron, of Santa Fe, New Mexico and formerly of Pojoaque, New Mexico left the loving arms of his loving family and crossed the veil into the loving arms of Jesus Christ in the late evening of Monday, March 17th, 2014. Arthur fought the good fight, finished the race and earned the crown of righteousness. Born, raised, and educated in Pojoaque, Arthur graduated from Pojoaque High School in 1958. Upon graduation, Arthur joined his brothers in the construction industry until Uncle...

Pasqualita V. Gerlach passed away peacefully at her home Sunday, September 29, 2013 among family and friends. She was born on January 25, 1929 in Santa Fe, New Mexico and a member of Tesuque Pueblo. Preceding her in death are her parents Martin and Catherine Vigil (Swazo), her brother Martin Vigil Jr., sister (Tonie) Marie Antonita Dorame, brother in law Robert Dorame, Sister Sophie Hena, and sister in law Charlotte Nuss, brother in law Pete Nuss both of Louisville, Kentucky, brother in law...

Frances Marvel, 89, died September 25, 2013 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Frances was born to C.M. and Grace Smith in Manchester, Oklahoma September 22, 1924.  Coming from a small farming community, she ventured to Northwestern State College in Alva, Oklahoma where she met her future husband, John.  Their marriage August 15, 1945 was the beginning of a life-long love affair and partnership.  They were married for 68 joy-filled years. ...

Edgar Davis Bush Jr. 81 of Los Alamos NM died on September 22, 2013. “Ed” was born on January 1, 1932 in Morenci AZ. He is survived by his wife Carolyn, son Mike and wife Donna of Chandler AZ, his grandson Matthew and wife Maureen and his great grandson Declan of Renton Washington. He was preceded in death by his grandson Danny. He was taken from us after a 9 month battle with cancer. Ed’s full life ended peacefully with his wife and son by his side. Ed and...

VIRGINIA B. FULLER  Virginia B. Fuller died at the age of 94 on August 18, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband Alfred Fuller and her son Terry Fuller. She is survived by her son Guy Fuller and wife Anne, grandson Sam Fuller, granddaughter Claire Riebsomer and husband Chad, and her twin great-grandsons Logan and Devin Riebsomer.  Born and raised in Bonham, TX, Virginia attended the University of Texas in Austin with Al and they were married soon after he...