Obituaries

Mar 29, 2026

Mar 28, 2026

Our beloved mother and grandmother, Barbara Jean Martinez, daughter of Don and Marie Curley, passed peacefully on March 28, 2026 with her heart fulfilled as she was reunited at heaven’s gates with our father, Lawrence T. Martinez. She was born in Fort Defiance, Arizona, and was forever a resident of Shiprock, New Mexico.

Her time had come, and the broken heart...

Mar 28, 2026

We honor a woman of remarkable warmth and love—a mother, grandmother, Nali, Nana, sister, and auntie. She was the cornerstone of our family and the person we consistently relied upon for support. Her wisdom and unwavering love touched everyone she knew. Her gentle touch, caring heart, and inspiring spirit left a lasting impression. She served as our guide, mentor, and...

Mar 22, 2026

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Feb 9, 2026

On Monday, February 9, 2026, Lord called Leroy, our beloved husband, father, Papa, brother and uncle, to his heavenly home.

Leroy was born on March 3, 1947, in Blanco Canyon, NM to Sam and Esther P. Valdez.

Leroy is survived by his wife Ruth Paul; children Genevieve Valdez and Fernando Valdez; grand-daughter Khyra Begay; brothers Ramses (Bessie) Valdez, Murphy Valdez; sisters Anna...

Feb 2, 2026

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Dec 22, 2025

Wilson Ford (Naakai Dine’é), 84, of Camp Verde, AZ formerly of Arvada, CO and Kirtland, NM passed away at home on Monday December 22, 2025. He was born in Upper Fruitland, NM on January 7, 1941, to Ruth (Naakai Dine’é) and David Ford (Ashiihnii). Wilson was blessed with 3 children from a previous marriage but ultimately found love with Darlene...

Dec 17, 2025

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