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Local obituaries for DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos & Taos Memorial Gardens

Mary Ann Garcia

Mary Ann Garcia

Jan 15, 2026

Mary Ann Garcia, 61, a resident of Arroyo Seco, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on January 15, 2026. A full obituary and service arrangements are pending and will be posted as soon as they become available. 

The family of Mary Ann Garcia has entrusted the care of their loved one to the caring staff of DeVargas Funeral Home...

Robbie Francisco Martinez

Robbie Francisco Martinez

Jan 15, 2026

Robbie Francisco Martinez 05/23/1986 - 11/20/2025 Robbie Martinez, a loving father, son, brother, uncle and beloved friend, passed away on November 20, 2025, leaving us far too soon at the age of 39. He was deeply loved and will be tremendously missed by all who knew him! Robbie was a devoted father to his daughter, Azalia, and son, Urijah, who...

Olivia Gonzales

Olivia Gonzales

Jan 15, 2026

🕊️ In Loving Memory of Olivia “Libby” Gonzales

July 23, 1946 – December 9, 2025

Olivia “Libby” Gonzales was truly one of a kind. With her passing, we lost not only a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, but also a cherished piece of history. Olivia left this world unexpectedly yet peacefully on December 9, 2025, surrounded by the...

Pauline Tafoya

Pauline Tafoya

Jan 14, 2026

Pauline Tafoya 77, a resident of Llano, NM, passed away unexpectedly on December 11, 2025.

She was preceded in death by her parents Faustin & Casilda Cordova; brother Ralph Cordova and Ricky Trujillo; in-laws Onecimo Tafoya and Pelegrina Martinez; and maternal grandparents Ralph & Pablita Trujillo.

Pauline was a devoted Christian, she loved to attend church and enjoyed singing. She was a...

Neil Thielke

Neil Thielke

Jan 13, 2026

Neil Thielke, 83, a resident of Llano NM. passed away peacefully on January 13, 2026.  A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available.

The family of Neil Thielke 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

Darwin Keith Hall Jr

Darwin Keith Hall Jr

Jan 13, 2026

Red River resident Keith Hall passed at Holy Cross Hospital on Tuesday, January 13th, 2026, at 81 years old. He was born in Jackson, Mississippi on October 19, 1944. He is preceded by his wife of 42 years, LaNell Hall. Their three children include Shawn Stoops (Dawn), LaDonna Phillips (Dan), and Jennifer Martinez (Anthony), ten grand-children Oliver Stoops, Lillian Martinez,...

Jamie Torres

Jamie Torres

Jan 13, 2026

Jamie Torres, 51, a resident of Llano Quemado, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2026.  A full obituary and service arrangements are pending and will be posted as soon as they become available. 

The family of Jamie Torres 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

Dr. Bob Deering

Dr. Bob Deering

Jan 13, 2026

Dr. Bob Deering, 86, a resident of El Prado, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2026.   He is survived by his wife Cynthia Deering and numerous loving relatives and friends.  

Cremation has been chosen for his arrangements and burial will take place at the Taos Veterans Cemetery at a later date. 

The family of Dr. Bob Deering has entrusted the...

Cristobal Duran

Cristobal Duran

Jan 12, 2026

Cristóbal Manuel Durán, a lifelong resident of Peñasco, NM, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 12, 2026, at the age of 53.

He was preceded in death by his loving father, Felix L. Durán; paternal grandparents, Margarito Durán and Cordelia Gonzales; maternal grandmother, Margarita Herrera; maternal great-grandmother, Matilde Medina; and brother-in-law, Chris Gonzalez.

Cristóbal, the youngest of six siblings and the beloved...

Julia Garcia

Julia Garcia

Jan 11, 2026

August 11,1955 - January 11, 2026

Julia was born in Chama NM to Jose B and Refujio Madrid.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Jose B and Refujio Madrid. 6 Brothers, Johnny, Sisto, David, Emilio, Jerry and Jesse. 4 sisters, Erma Greyeyes, Mary and Bernie Madrid and Margaret Duran.

She is survived by her Husband Tommy Garcia, Her Son Nathan and...

Geraldine Cordova

Geraldine Cordova

Jan 11, 2026

Geraldine Cordova, age 64, of Questa, New Mexico, was called home to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 11, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Geraldine was born on May 2, 1961, in Tucson, Arizona. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Viola Sanchez, and her beloved brother, Ronnie Sanchez; mother-in-law, Emma Suazo, and brother-in-law...

William Ebie

William Ebie

Jan 5, 2026

William Dennis “Bill” Ebie passed away peacefully at home in the early hours of Monday, January 5, 2026 after a long illness. Bill was born February 7, 1942 in Akron, Ohio to Mary Lou Karam and William Percy Ebie, who preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife of thirty-six years, Teresa Hayes Ebie; children Jason William Ebie...

Gloria M. Sanchez

Gloria M. Sanchez

Jan 5, 2026

Gloria Sanchez 83, a resident of Los Cordovas passed away peacefully, January 5, 2026.

She was preceded in death by her husband Elizardo Sanchez; parents Tito & Juanita Montoya; and sister Patsy Dazhan.

Gloria is survived by her children Joseph Sanchez and Alice Sanchez; grandchildren, Tiffany Romo (Branden Romero), Sean Sanchez, Marie Sanchez, Bridgette Sanchez (Marty Knief) and Frankie Martinez (Keith Martin);...

Gabriel "Grady" Quintana

Gabriel "Grady" Quintana

Jan 2, 2026

Gabriel “Grady” Quintana, 61, of El Rito/Questa, New Mexico, passed away on January 2, 2026, surrounded by love. Gabe is the beloved son of Daniel and Evelyn Quintana. He is survived by his parents; his son, Amellio (Amy); his siblings, Karen (George), James (Stephanie), and Joyce (Albert); and many other family members and friends who loved him dearly. Gabe was a...

Valerie Montoya Rael

Valerie Montoya Rael

Jan 1, 2026

Valerie Montoya Rael, 56, of Taos, NM born September 14th, 1969. Peacefully passed away on January 1, 2026.

She was loving, courageous, beautiful and always knew how to have the best of times. She was the sweetest bartender, strong at her craft. She was proud of her children and the friendships she made throughout her journey.

Valerie was our "rockstar" and lived...

Christy Marie Medina

Christy Marie Medina

Dec 28, 2025

Christy Marie Medina 34, a resident of El Prado, passed away unexpectedly on December 28, 2025.

She was born April 15, 1991 to Chris Medina of Arroyo Hondo and Katherine Hardin of San Cristobal. Her adopted parents since 1999 are Wayne and Rayne Medina, who she lived with in El Prado, along with her siblings.

Christy attended Chrysalis Alternative School and completed...

Edward Michael Park

Edward Michael Park

Dec 28, 2025

Edward Michael Park was born was December 27, 1966, and passed away unexpectedly on December 28, 2025, in Carson, NM. He was born in Huntsville, AL. and spent his formative years in Charlotte, NC. He first attended UNC Charlotte and then graduated with a degree in Marine Biology from UNC Wilmington. Edward made his home in Fort Lauderdale and became...

Hans Peterson

Hans Peterson

Dec 27, 2025

Hans Peterson, 68, a resident of Red River, passed away on December 27, 2025.   No public services will be held in Red River,  he will be laid to rest in Williamsburg Michigan.  

The family of Hans Peterson 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

Mariquita Ruth Santistevan

Mariquita Ruth Santistevan

Dec 22, 2025

Mariquita Ruth Santistevan, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, caregiver, and friend, was called home to be with God on December 22nd, 2025, at the age of 79. She was born on June 17th, 1946, in Amalia, NM. Mariquita was the epitome of strength, resilience, and heart. In her final moments, she was held close by her family, surrounded by love.

Mariquita...

Patricio Montoya

Patricio Montoya

Dec 19, 2025

Patricio Montoya (Chato) passed away peacefully on December 19, 2025, surrounded by family and loved ones. He was born March 17, 1980 in Denver, CO.

He was preceded in death by his father Gregorio Montoya; sister Irene Montoya; grandparents Patricio Martinez (Chato), Valentin Montoya and Louisa Martinez. 

He is survived by his mother Debbie Martinez; children Xzavier, LaDamien, Serenity and Shaya; brother...

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