Josie Archuleta

Josie Archuleta was called to the arms of our Lord January 24, 2025. Born on June 30, 1940 to Ruperta M Archuleta in Parkview, New Mexico . She married Marcelino Archuleta on Nov 15, 1954 in Durango, CO . They were married 62 years at the time of his passing .They had 6 children. They moved to Ignacio in June of 1975 and were members of San Ignacio Parrish. She was inducted by Catholic Diocease of Pueblo, to conduct Sunday celebrations in the absence of a Priest or Deacon. In 1976 she became a member of the San Ignacio Carmelitas.

She is survived by her daughter Patricia Machado (Rick), Maricopa, AZ, Eileen Archuleta, Ignacio, CO, son Melvin Archuleta, Ignacio, CO, and Sister Agnez Maez, Pagosa Springs, CO. She is also survived by 5 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, and 5 great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother Ruperta Martinez, husband Marcelino Archuleta, daughters Elizabeth Archuleta, Diane Santistevan, & Glorianne Gallegos.

A Rosary will be held at St. Ignacius Catholic Church on Friday, January 31st at 6:00pm. Mass will take place on Saturday, February 1st at 10:00am, with a reception to follow at the Church Hall.