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Our Staff

Our Caring Staff

Our staff is comprised of professionals with a broad depth of funeral and cremation experience. We are dedicated to helping direct you through this stressful and difficult time. We will answer all your questions regarding your options for funeral and cremation services. Please feel free to contact any of our staff members at any time.

Joaquin Gonzales
Joaquin Gonzales
Location Manager
Joaquin Gonzales
Location Manager

Rose is a native of New Mexico, born in Pecos. She became part of Avista after attending a service and feeling that the atmosphere was a place she would like to be a part of, and it shows. She instantly took pride in caring for our families with love and compassion.


 She is married to Deacon Andy Lopez, and mother to seminarian Robert Lopez. She has 37 years of experience working closely with the public in different capacities, and 18 years of service in Sante Fe. Her willingness to go above and beyond to help families makes her an unforgettable member of Avista and the Santa Fe community.

Johnny DeVargas
Johnny DeVargas
Funeral Service Practitioner/Founder
Johnny DeVargas
Funeral Service Practitioner/Founder

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Denise Ortega
Denise Ortega
Administrative Assistant
Denise Ortega
Administrative Assistant

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Nadine Gonzales
Nadine Gonzales
Funeral Service Ambassador
Nadine Gonzales
Funeral Service Ambassador

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Francisco Pancho Gonzales
Francisco Pancho Gonzales
Funeral Service Ambassador
Francisco Pancho Gonzales
Funeral Service Ambassador

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Allen Martinez
Allen Martinez
Funeral Assistant
Allen Martinez
Funeral Assistant

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Isaiah Fernandez
Isaiah Fernandez
Funeral Service Ambassador
Isaiah Fernandez
Funeral Service Ambassador

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Ernestine Cordova
Ernestine Cordova
Family Service Counselor
Ernestine Cordova
Family Service Counselor

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