Obituary Listing

Yvonne Romero

Yvonne Romero

May 13, 2025

Yvonne Romero, 59, a resident of Llano Quemado, passed away on May 13, 2025.  A full obituary and service arrangements are pending and will be posted as soon as they become available.  

The family of Yvonne Romero has entrusted the care of their loved one to the caring staff of DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019

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Johnny Kellywood

Johnny Kellywood

May 12, 2025

Johnny P. Kellywood, 76, a resident of Picuris Pueblo, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on May12, 2025.  A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as they become available.  

Traditional funeral services were held on Wednesday May 14, 2025 in Picuris Pueblo.  The family of Johnny P. Kellywood has entrusted the care of their loved...

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Isabel Garcia

Isabel Garcia

May 9, 2025

Isabel Herrera Garcia passed away peacefully on May 9, 2025 in Albuquerque, NM. Isabel was born on May 25, 1935 to Fermin and Ursulita Herrera in Questa, N.M. at the family home where she was raised.

She is predeceased by her husband Benjamin Garcia of 69 years. She is also predeceased by her brother Eliu Herrera and sisters Aida (Tony) Flores,...

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Lincoln Faller

Lincoln Faller

May 5, 2025

Lincoln Faller, 82, a resident of El Prado, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on May 5, 2025.  A full obituary and celebration of life will be posted as soon as it becomes available. 

The family of Lincoln Faller has entrusted the care of their loved one to the caring staff of DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019

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Eloy Gallegos

Eloy Gallegos

May 5, 2025

On Monday May 5th, our beloved Eloy (Sammy) Gallegos, affectionately known as Sugar Bear to those closest to him, passed away surrounded by his loving family at the age of 70. Eloy, a lifelong resident of the Peñasco area, was born on August 1st, 1954, in Taos, NM to Jose & Loyola Gallegos. He was a loving husband to Dolores...

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Deb Cohn

Deb Cohn

May 1, 2025

Deb Cohn, 70, of Taos NM, passed away peacefully in her home on April 19, 2025 with her daughter present. A celebration of her life and art will be hosted at her home on Mother’s Day, May 11, 2025. Later, her ashes will be scattered into the ocean she lovingly painted from memory even decades after she moved away from...

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Walker Storz

Walker Storz

Apr 30, 2025

Walker Storz, 30, a resident of Trampas, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family and friends on April 30, 2025.  A life tribute is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available.  

The family of Walker Storz has entrusted the care of their loved one to the caring staff of DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com...

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Henrietta Allarid

Henrietta Allarid

Apr 28, 2025

Henrietta Allarid, 78, a resident of Arroyo Hondo, passed away unexpectedly on April 28, 2025.  A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available.  She will be missed by all of her family and friends.  

The family of Henrietta Allarid has entrusted the care of their loved one to the caring staff of...

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Henry R. Sandoval

Henry R. Sandoval

Apr 26, 2025

Henry R. Sandoval 79, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly April 26, 2025.

He was preceded in death by his wife Alice Sandoval; son Matthew Sandoval; parents Henry & Julia Sandoval; siblings Richard Sandoval, Ben Sandoval and Flora Stahl.

Henry is survived by his children Stephanie Sandoval and Ken Sandoval (Becky Tom); grandchildren Michael Sandoval (Jenelle), David Brown (Melissa), Alecia Brown...

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Laurie Joseph (Hollywood) Silva

Laurie Joseph (Hollywood) Silva

Apr 26, 2025

Laurie Joseph (Hollywood) Silva, age 77, of El Prado, NM passed away on April 26, 2025.

He was preceded in death by his mother Dorothy Silva; his father, Jose Laureano Silva; his brothers Danny Silva, Fernando Miera and Mike Trujillo; great-grandson Jayden (Jojo) Silva; and his in-laws, Patricio and Loyola Martinez.

Joe was born in Taos, NM, was a proud Army Veteran,...

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Nancy Gutierrez

Nancy Gutierrez

Apr 25, 2025

Nancy Gutierrez, 79, of Ranchos De Taos, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on April 25, 2025.

Nancy is preceded in death by her son Don Gutierrez, grandson’s Kelly Beckstead and Justin Gutierrez; parents Benedito Fresquez and Dora Salazar; In-laws Donaciano and Maria Gutierrez; siblings, Peggy Trujillo, Leroy Fresquez and Chris Medina.

Nancy is survived by her husband of 61...

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Margarita Rodriguez

Margarita Rodriguez

Apr 24, 2025

Margarita Rodriguez, 87, a resident of Llano Quemado, passed away unexpectedly on April 24, 2025. She is preceded in death by her parents, Ramon Perez and Carmen Holguin, her siblings Reynoldo, Rosa, Ramon, Hermenegildo, Consuelo, Lucinda, and Adelaido Perez.

Margarita is survived by her husband, Felipe Rodriguez Lopez, her children, Juan Manuel Rodriguez Perez (Mercedes Rodriguez Meza), Claudia Patricia Rodriguez Perez...

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Christine Vigil

Christine Vigil

Apr 23, 2025

Christine Vigil 69, of Taos, NM passed away on April 23, 2025. She was born on November 14, 1955 to Alberto and Juanita Sisneros.

She was preceded in death by the love of her life Louie Vigil.

Christine is survived by her two daughters Geneve Sandoval and Linda Iko (Robert), and her son Luis Vigil, Jr; 6 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; her very...

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Clarence Chile

Clarence Chile

Apr 22, 2025

Clarence Chile, 85, a resident of Picuris Pueblo, passed away on April 22, 2025.  A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available. 

Traditional funeral ceremonies and burial will be held on Friday April 25, 2025 at Picuris Pueblo.  

The family of Clarence Chile has entrusted the care of their loved one to the caring...

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Debra Wright

Debra Wright

Apr 20, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and profound love that we announce the passing of Debra Michelle Wright, a beloved Mother, sister, nurse, and friend. Debra left this world peacefully on April 20, 2025, on Easter Sunday, the day of resurrection—surrounded by love and the spirit of new beginnings. Born on January 2, 1962, in San Francisco, Debra’s journey was one...

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Alfonso "Al" Martinez

Alfonso "Al" Martinez

Apr 15, 2025

Alfonso “Al” Martinez 91 of El Prado, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on April 15, 2025.

He was preceded in death by his parents Manuel & Guadalupe Martinez; siblings Manuel Martinez, Ramona Roybal (†Evy), Gene Martinez, Silviano Martinez; grandson Joaquin Martinez, great grandson Augustine "Tine" Mondragon;  and in-laws Nick & Carmen Gonzales.

Alfonso is survived by his wife Teddye...

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Dilia C. Martinez

Dilia C. Martinez

Apr 13, 2025

Dilia Consuelo Martinez was called to her heavenly home on April 13, 2025 at the beautiful age of 98. Dilia was born on March 15, 1927 to Juan Manuel and Higinia Martinez of Taos. She is now rejoicing in heaven with her parents, her siblings Roberto, Elias, Alicia (elder), Andrea, Aurora, Guillermo, Luis, and Alicia (younger). Dilia is survived by...

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Coleen Perea

Coleen Perea

Apr 13, 2025

Coleen Perea 42 of Cerro passed away unexpectedly April 13, 2025. Coleen was born in Taos and was raised in Amalia by Rudy and Maxine Mascarenas.

She was preceded death by her grandfather Patricio Sanchez; uncle Wayne Perea; and cousin Jessica Salazar.

Coleen is survived by her children Luk Pacheco (Marissa), Jesus Patricio Pacheco and Devin Michael Gonzales; granddaughter Nayeli Grace Pacheco;...

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Jose C. Rodriguez

Jose C. Rodriguez

Apr 13, 2025

Jose Claudio Rodriguez 86, a resident of Peñasco, NM passed away April 13, 2025.

He was preceded in death by his parents Epolito & Eloisa M. Rodriguez; in-laws Eufracio & Eloisa T. Maestas; siblings Fred, Herbert, Jose Maria Rodriguez, Floraida R. Martinez, Octavianita Rodriguez and Juanita Rodriguez.

Jose was a veteran of the United States Army, serving 2 years as a SP4...

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Joseph T. "Red" Romero

Joseph T. "Red" Romero

Apr 11, 2025



Joseph T. Romero (Tele or Red), 85, of Talpa, New Mexico, passed away on April 11th, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in Talpa on August 3, 1939, to Willie and Lydia Romero. He was a devoted Son, Husband, Father, Grandpa, Great-Grandpa, Great-Great Grandpa, Brother / Brother-in-Law and Uncle to many nieces and nephews. Joseph retired from the...

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