Ida Maestas

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Ida Santistevan Maestas, on October 12, 2026, at the age of 88.

Ida was born on February 1, 1938 and was a lifelong resident of Taos, New Mexico. She was a devoted mother, loving grandmother, and cherished friend. She found great joy in dedicating her time to her catholic faith as a member of the Guadalupanas, Catholic Sisters and caretaker of the San Antonio de Padua Catholic Chapel at La Loma Plaza in Taos.

She is survived by her five children, Loretta Rael (Steve Rael), Naomi Harvey, Jackie Maestas, Eleuto Maestas Jr. (Dawne Maestas) and Phoebe Smith (Earl Smith), her brother Larry Santistevan, grandchildren Gloria Maestas, Elijah Rael, Julie Lopez, Mia Conner and Destiny Maestas. Great-grandchildren, Elijah M. Rael, Melody Lopez and Calista Lopez.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 69 years, Eleuto G. Maestas, son Gustavo Maestas, her parents Alphonso and Marcelina Santistevan, brothers Wilfred, John and Antonio Santistevan, and grandsons Joshua Rael and Cameron E. Smith.

Praying of the rosary will take place on October 28th at 6:00 pm, followed by the Funeral Mass on October 29, 2026, at 09:00 am at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Taos, New Mexico. She will be laid to rest alongside her husband at the Santa Fe National Cemetery following the Mass and reception.

"Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. Amen."

The family of Ida Santistevan Maestas 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