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Jazimine Martinez Trujillo

Jazimine Martinez Trujillo

Mar 13, 2024

Precious Baby Jazimine Martinez Trujillo gained her Angel wings and was welcomed into Heaven on March 9, 2024 at the age of 4 months.  She is preceded in death by her maternal grandfathers, Andre Davis, Edwin Martinez and Toby Martinez.  She is survived by her parents, Ronnie Trujillo Jr and Infiniti Martinez, paternal grandparents, Ronnie Trujillo Sr (Alexis Martinez) and...

Eric Larson

Eric Larson

Mar 12, 2024

Eric Larson was a true Taos spirit.  Born and raised in Southern California, he followed his heart here and gave of it to all he met.  He made new friends everywhere and introduced those folks to others who also became fast friends.  His interests were wide ranging, and he indulged them all.  He loved sports, skiing, hiking, disc golf.  He...

Natalie Montoya

Natalie Montoya

Mar 11, 2024

Natalie Montoya age 83, a resident of El Prado, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2024. Two months prior, she was diagnosed with acute leukemia.

She is preceded in death by her husband of 57 years Leroy Montoya; grandchildren   Elizaria “Pebbles” Loya Chavez and Gabriel Voigt; son-in-law Robert Martinez; parents Ernesto & Laura Montoya of Cañon; in-laws Claudio & Frances...

Rudy Valdez

Rudy Valdez

Mar 10, 2024

Rudy James Valdez was born May 5, 1967, in Aurora, Colorado passed away unexpectedly on March 10, 2024. He resided in Ranchos de Taos, and was a former resident of Chamisal, New Mexico. He was a generous, caring, and loving father, husband, brother, and son. Rudy made friends easily and was always willing to help anyone in need as he saw the world from...

Francisco "Franko" Trujillo

Francisco "Franko" Trujillo

Mar 9, 2024

Francisco Orlando Trujillo “Franko” Age 69, a resident of El Prado, passed away unexpectedly March 9, 2024.  

He preceded in death by his father Flavio; siblings Paul, Corine, Silvia, Elaine, Josie; and other relatives.  Franko was well known for his skills of being a contractor for 40 plus years. He enjoyed going to the casino. He especially loved spending time...

Vito Anglada

Vito Anglada

Mar 9, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce our huge loss, at the same time we celebrate Heaven's triumph.  We will do our best to remember and honor the life of Vito Anglada, a devoted son, a beloved husband, a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather. He was also a cherished brother, a kind-hearted uncle, and loyal friend, touching the...

Olivia Rael

Olivia Rael

Mar 8, 2024

With great sadness, the family of Olivia F. Rael 83 of Questa, NM announce that she passed away at home peacefully in her sleep on Friday, March 8, 2024.  She survived a massive stroke 12 years ago while reciting a rosary in church for a young man who had passed away.  This left her wheelchair bound and she lost function...

Robert "Zeus" Reese

Robert "Zeus" Reese

Mar 7, 2024

Robert "Zeus" Reese, long-time resident of Elizabeth Town, passed away in his sleep the night of March 7th, 2024 at the ripe old age of 78 despite his many attempts to be eaten by a bear or mountain lion. Zeus was born on February 6th, 1946, to Otis James Renolds and Ida Margaret Johnson in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina.  Zeus earned...

Steve Arellano

Steve Arellano

Mar 6, 2024

Steve Arellano, 64, of San Cristobal, NM, peacefully passed away on March 6, 2024. He is preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Mary Arellano, sister, Elizabeth Arellano, and nephew, Leroy Rael. Steve is survived by his children Rosa, Angelina, and Emilio, and their mother Annette, grandchildren Cayden and Desiree, sisters Louise, Paula, and Karen, as well as many...

William Davis

William Davis

Mar 6, 2024

William Davis, age 81 died Wednesday, March 6, 2024 in Taos, New Mexico after an extended illness.  Davis was a long-time resident of Taos and well-known artist documenting New Mexico and the west in photography.  His gentle demeanor and insightful wit will be greatly missed by family and friends.

 

Bill Davis was born in High Point, North Carolina in 1943 and...

Mercedes Maes Jaramillo

Mercedes Maes Jaramillo

Mar 4, 2024

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Mercedes Maes Jaramillo on March 4, 2024, following a brief illness.  Our mother passed peacefully surrounded by her family at St. Vincent’s hospital in Santa Fe.  She was born on February 7, 1926 in Valdez New Mexico to Max and Magdalena (Nene) Maes. She spent her...

Daniel Danny Martinez

Daniel Danny Martinez

Mar 4, 2024

Daniel “Danny” Martinez (75) of Garcia, CO passed away unexpectedly on February 25, 2024 Daniel loved the outdoors He was avid hunter, guide & fisherman. Danny was a true cowboy; in his younger years he loved riding & breaking horses.  He enjoyed teaching his grandchildren about the outdoors. He liked giving rides on the backhoe, 4 wheelers & the boat....

Charles "Carl" Moya

Charles "Carl" Moya

Feb 26, 2024

Charles “Carl” Moya, age 63, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on February 26, 2024.  He is preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Ruth Moya, nephew William Gonzales, plus many aunts, uncles, and other relatives. He is survived by his son, Charles Moya Jr, siblings, Lucy White (Daegan), Frank Moya (Elaine), Mary Ann Mattox (Frank), Dolores Moya...

Anna Marie Romero

Anna Marie Romero

Feb 21, 2024

Anna Marie Romero, 65, of Taos, New Mexico peacefully passed away on February 21, 2024, with her husband by her side. She is preceded in death by her parents Joe Bailon of Questa and Nora Bailon (partner Norberto Cardenas) of Taos, in- laws Andres (Leroy) and Corina (Cora) Romero of Taos, and grandbaby Mateo Martinez. 

Anna is survived by her loving...

Lorraine Lujan

Lorraine Lujan

Feb 20, 2024

Lorraine Lujan age 87, a resident of El Prado, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family February 20, 2024.  She is preceded in death by her husband Jose D. Lujan; parents Jose Fidel & Maclovia Quintana; siblings Refujito Quintana, Presides Quintana, Berlinda Vasquez; granddaughters Anisha Lujan and Lucy Pacheco; in-laws Herman & Rafaelita Lujan; sister-in-law Andrea Romo (Julian); brothers-in-law...

Alfirio H. Montoya

Alfirio H. Montoya

Feb 19, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family of Alfirio H. Montoya, 84, of Arroyo Seco NM, announce his passing on Monday, February 19, 2024.  He was born to Victoriana Montoya in Arroyo Seco.  At the age of 19, Alfirio joined the US Army during the Cold War Era and was stationed in Bamberg Germany.  Once he was honorably discharged...

Nancy Botwinik

Nancy Botwinik

Feb 17, 2024

Nancy Botwinik, 77, a resident of Taos, passed away on February 17, 2024.   A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available.  The family of Nancy Botwinik has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019

Antonia B. Mares

Antonia B. Mares

Feb 15, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family announce the passing of Antonia B Mares, 63 years, resident of Taos, passed away on February 15, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents Loretta DeHerrera and John P. Mares, paternal grandparents Beatrice and Paul Mares; maternal grandparents Manuelita and George Chavez; her beloved sister Francisca P. Chavez who she...

Sharon Miller

Sharon Miller

Feb 12, 2024

Sharon Miller, age 89, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2024.  Graveside service will be held on Wednesday February 28, 2024 at 11am at the Tres Piedras Cemetery.  The family of Sharon Miller has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019

Elizaria Loya

Elizaria Loya

Feb 11, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family announce the passing of Elizaria Olivia Loya Chavez “Pebbles” on February 11, 2024, after having heart surgery on February 2, 2024.   She is preceded in death by her baby brother Gabriel Voigt, her father Fred Voigt, 1st husband Ernest Loya, grandparents, Leroy Montoya, Claudio, and Frances Montoya, Julian and Elizaria Coca,...

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