Obituaries

Local obituaries for DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos & Taos Memorial Gardens
Shawna Rivera
Sep 8, 2025
This past week, our Beautiful Shawna passed away unexpectedly. Our Shawna was born on September 29, 1975 in Taos, New Mexico.
She is survived by her Mother, Sarah Vasquez; Sister, Katrina Winn; nieces and nephews, Analeya Rodarte, Angelo Perea, Andres Rivera, Jordyn Winn and Kamille Winn; special people in Shawna’s life, Janice, Barbara and Rockie De Herrera, Patrick Visarriagas and his...
Arthur Gonzales
Sep 8, 2025
🕊️ In Loving Memory of Arthur "Bubba" Gonzales February 26, 1947 – September 8, 2025
Arturo Gonzales, known by many names, (Arthur, Art, Big Art, Bubba, Dad, Tio and Papa), passed away peacefully on September 8, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on February 26, 1947, in Taos, New Mexico, he was the eldest of five siblings: Patricia,...
Elma Ortega
Sep 5, 2025
Elma Diane Ortega, a resident of Questa, NM passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by family on September 5, 2025 after a lengthy battle with Parkinsons.
Elma was born on May 14, 1943 to Jose Ruben Ortega and Maria Corina Rael Ortega. She attended the Questa Schools until her graduation in 1961. Her classmates remember her beautiful voice and her...
Daniel "Danny" Frey
Sep 1, 2025
Daniel “Danny” Frey, age 63, a resident of Angel Fire, NM, passed away on Monday, September 1, 2025, in Santa Fe, NM.
He is preceded in death by his father, Harlan Frey of Arlington, Texas. He is survived by his son Justin (Michaela), daughter Toni (Alexy), his mother Linda, sisters Pam and Annette (Glenn), brother Terry (Jerri), nieces Christina, Katy, and...
Andres Flores
Sep 1, 2025
Andres Flores, 31, a resident of Angel Fire NM, passed away unexpectedly on August 21, 2025. If you went to your favorite restaurant or bar, most likely Andres was your server, cook, or bartender. He enjoyed serving people, making friends, and preparing his favorite dishes or drinks for you. No matter how busy he was, he always had a smile...
Nefe Leroy Sanchez
Aug 30, 2025
It is with deep sadness and broken hearts that we announce the passing of our brother, Nefe Leroy Sanchez, of El Prado. Nefe was called home to his eternal resting place by our Lord and Savior at the age of 66 following a brief illness and a mere six (6) months after the passing of our mother.
Nefe was the youngest...
Rose Quintana
Aug 28, 2025
Rose Quintana, 84, a resident of Taos, passed away on August 28, 2025. A full obituary will be posted as soon as it becomes available.
Rosary will be recited on Friday, September 19, 2025 at 9:00am, Funeral Mass will follow at 10:00, held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic church. Burial to follow at the Dolores Cemetery in El Prado.
The family...
Betty Martinez
Aug 28, 2025
Betty Martinez 92 years of age, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her husband Charles Roy Martinez; sons Paul V. Martinez and Charles “Chuck” Martinez, II; grandsons Matias and Nataniel Mondragon; parents Jesus & Feloniz Martinez; siblings Tillie Romero (Teodoro), Manuelita Chavez (George), Felix Martinez (Dorothy), Teofila Trujillo (Fasho), George...
John Bucklin
Aug 27, 2025
John Garret Bucklin was born on May 27, 1965 to Stella Marie Bucklin and Frank Miera in Embudo, New Mexico. He is survived by his son Jessie Aaron Bucklin, daughter Benina Roybal Quintana (Joaquin), brothers Steve Miera (Merlyn), Lawrence Miera, (Connie), Bobby Miera (Eliza), great friend and ex wife Peggy, Toby Miera (Darlene) and sister Lina Miera (Albert), his and...
Nelson Ed Finney
Aug 25, 2025
Nelson Ed Finney, the jazz guitarist known as Jupiter Skyfish, passed away peacefully on August 24, 2025, at his home on the mesa outside Taos, New Mexico. He was 79. Ed Finney was born in Memphis, Tennessee, on September 17, 1945. Introduced to music by his father, who led the Harmonica Hotshots, Finney began performing in 1964 with a Black...
Lorencita A. Romo
Aug 25, 2025
Lorencita Annabelle Romo, 76 years of age, with deep sadness and broken hearts, we announce her passing, beloved mother, sister, aunt, will be dearly missed. She was called home to our Lord on August 25, 2025, surrounded by her family.
She was preceded in death by her husband Carlos Romo; parents Escolastico & Alicia Martinez; siblings Andrew Martinez, Cecilia Maestas, Margarita...
Joseph Apodaca
Aug 24, 2025
Joseph B. Apodaca 81, of Valdez, NM passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on August 24, 2025.
He is preceded in death by his parents Jose Benjamin and Arabela Apodaca; sisters Eva Martinez and Linda Trujillo; In-laws David and Ciria Martinez and two infant sons; Brothers-in-law Roman Martinez, Toby Martinez, Patricio Martinez, Flavio Martinez, Ruben Martinez and Eloy Martinez;...
Ramiro "Pancho" Quezada Gamez
Aug 23, 2025
Ramiro A. Quezada Gamez “Pancho” age 28, a resident of El Prado, passed away August 23, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather Pedro Gamez Dominguez; grandmother Eva Alvarez Paredes; great-grandpa Gilbert Quezada Gonzalez and great-grandma Ramona Rodriguez Rivas.
Ramiro was passionate about racing, he enjoyed the excitement of driving his truck, which he proudly called Blue Demon. He loved...
Erlinda Gonzales
Aug 21, 2025
Erlinda S. Gonzales was born on September 14, 1946, to the late Eufelio M. and Adonelia Sanchez in Taos, NM. She was called home to eternal rest with Christ on August 21, 2025, at the age of 78.
She was preceded in death by the love of her life and beloved husband of 38 years, Isaac I. Gonzales; her father- and...
Dan W. Barrone
Aug 21, 2025
With heart-felt admiration, we honor the extraordinary life of, Dan W. Barrone, 95, who ascended serenely on August 13, 2025, a mere twenty-four days after the passing of his cherished wife Cecilia. Their remarkable love story, spanning over 73 years, was a testament to their unwavering devotion, commitment and companionship. Born in Terrero, NM on February 23, 1930, to Daniel...
Steve Cortez
Aug 20, 2025
Steve Cortez, 61, a resident of Denver and formerly of Costilla, passed away unexpectedly on August 20, 2025.
Rosary will be recited on Friday September 5, 2025 at 6pm at the Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Costilla. Funeral mass will be held on Saturday September 6, 2025 at 10am at the Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in...
Ricky Sanchez
Aug 17, 2025
Richard “Ricky” Sanchez, 49, from Taos, New Mexico passed away peacefully on August 17, 2025. Ricky was born and raised in Taos, New Mexico.
He is preceded in death by his son Ricky Sanchez, his mother Pauline Sanchez and his partner Kayla Valerio. Grandparents Richard “Sarge” and Marcia Sanchez along with Fidencio and Viola Baca. Brother-In-Law Dajuan Jackson. Uncles Feliciano Sanchez,...
Thelma Montez
Aug 17, 2025
Mary Thelma Montez, age 61, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on August 17, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her stepfather Vito Anglada; maternal grandmother Virginia Cardenas; paternal grandparents Adelia Trujillo and Silviano Trujillo; siblings Danny Paul Roybal and Victoria Anglada.
Thelma adored her family and was very involved in her community. She proudly...
Albert D. Bersaglieri
Aug 15, 2025
Albert Daniel Bersaglieri 1944-2025 passed away unexpectedly at home in Taos New Mexico. He was 81 years old. Albert was born in San Francisco to the late Albert Bersaglieri and Onorine (Ma) Arata. He grew up in Larkspur CA along with his older sister, Carol Fusch (deceased), and his younger sisters Lynn Yeatrakas, Jean Kaluza, and Gayle Conway. He is...
Kristella Salazar
Aug 13, 2025
Kristella Salazar, 58, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on August 13, 2025. She is preceded in death by parents, Fred and Dora Salazar, sisters LaVerne Martinez and Frieda Salazar, her other half Steven Torres and her nephew Marcos.
Kristella worked for El Taoseno Restaurant where she worked with her mother Dora and at Ricky’s where she was currently employed....
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