Florinda Ophelia "Fifi" Baca
Nov 19, 2025
Florinda Ophelia "Fifi" Baca, born August 3, 1950 passed away November 19, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her parents Gilbert C. and Doris D. Jaramillo; and son Andrew Baca.
Florinda was raised in Pilar, NM and graduated from Taos High School in 1968. She moved to Albuquerque where she eventually met and married Benito Baca, and they had two children.
She...
Gerald W. Maestas
Nov 19, 2025
Gerald William Maestas was born on July 5th, 1984, and left this earth on November 19th, 2025.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents Joe Ben, and Fay Griego, and his grandfather Joe Alex Maestas; and his Nino Alex Maestas Jr.
Gerald is also survived by his beautiful wife of 22 years Cassandra Maestas; children, Illona, Mercedez (Jerome), Tiffany and Max;...
Joyce J. Franklin
Nov 16, 2025
Joyce J. Franklin, 82, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully in her sleep on November 16, 2025. Joyce moved to Taos over 20 years ago, after retiring from the U.S Navy. She is survived by her son Gregory Franklin along with other relatives and friends, which will miss her dearly. She was loved by many.
Burial of her...
Gabriel Andres Vigil
Nov 13, 2025
Gabriel Andres Vigil was born on September 3, 1988, and left this earth on November 13, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his father Wilbert Vigil; grandparents Joe Alex Maestas, Leopoldo and Licia Vigil; brother Manuel Maestas; and special friend Marty Gonzales.
Gabriel is survived by his mother Elma Vigil; grandmother Josie Maestas; brothers Wilbert John Vigil (Rhonda) and Benito Vigil...
Johnny Sisneros
Nov 5, 2025
Johnny Sisneros, 79, of Ranchos de Taos, passed away on November 5th, 2025.
Johnny is survived by his wife of 57 years Dorothy; children Johnny (Pam), Angela (Larry), Beatrice, Efren and Johnny Frank (Valerie). He is also survived by his grandchildren Ariana (Zach), Isaiah (Marissa), Alauna (Chris) Muniz, Malachi, Ashley Beatrice, and Marissa Vasquez; his partner in crime, great-grandson Bruce (Brucie);...
Natividad DeHerrera
Nov 4, 2025
Natividad DeHerrera, January 5, 1930 – November 4, 2025
With profound sorrow and heartfelt gratitude, we announce the passing of our beloved Mother, Mamacita, Mami, Nana, Grandma at the age of 95. She was called to her heavenly home on November 4, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, unwavering strength, and devotion to her loved ones and to her Savior...
Charles Ryan
Oct 28, 2025
Charles Ryan, 83, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully at Taos Health Center on October 28, 2025.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Catherine Ryan, his sister Roxane and his ex-wife Betty.
Charles worked as a nurse in Philadelphia PA and also in Palm Springs CA. His hobbies included reading and genealogy. He especially enjoyed boxing and...
Mark James Witucki
Oct 26, 2025
Mark James Witucki, a man defined by his passion for the outdoors and his determination to follow his own path, died peacefully in Taos, New Mexico, on October 26, 2025, at the age of 75 surrounded by his family. Mark was an exceptional human being who loved his daughter, wife, and family with every fiber of his being.
Mark is survived...
Barbara Yuma
Oct 25, 2025
Barbara Yuma departed this life surrounded by her family on October 25, 2025, at the age of 60.
Born on April 10,1965, she was raised in El Prado and as a child cherished her time visiting with her beloved grandma Manuelita. Barbara attended Taos schools and graduated from Taos High in 1983. For a short period, Barbara lived and attended college...
Joseph Isaac Maestas
Oct 23, 2025
Submitted by his mother Cleo Arellano.
Joseph Isaac Maestas, born February 20, 1992, passed away unexpectedly on October 23, 2025. He is preceded in death by, father Manuel Maestas, his brothers Manuel Jose Maestas,, great grandpa Joe Alex Maestas, grandpa Tony Romo, Wilbert Vigil, and Frank Arellano. grandma, Beth Ann Durrance, uncle Chris Romo,
He was an exceptional baby and child who...
Steve E. Vigil
Oct 23, 2025
Steve E. Vigil, 78, a lifelong resident of Arroyo Hondo, New Mexico, passed away on October 23, 2025. He was born to Jose and Macedonia Vigil.
Steve was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1965 and served in Germany as a medic. After returning home, he met and married Lorena Ortega-Vigil, and together they raised five children.
He worked for Molycorp Mine...
Joseph Maestas
Oct 23, 2025
Joseph Isaac Maestas, born February 20, 1992, was a lifetime resident of Ranchos de Taos. He suddenly passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his father Manuel Martin Maestas, Jr; grandfather’s Tony Romo and Wilbert Vigil; and great-grandfather Joe Alex Maestas, Sr.
Joseph is survived by his great-grandmother Josie Maestas; grandmother Elma Vigil; mother-in-law Mary Jo...
Gary Oline
Oct 22, 2025
Gary Joseph Oline age 85, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, NM passed away October 22, 2025.
Gary was born January 21, 1940 to Joseph and Pauline Oline in Springfield, Illinois. He graduated from Iowa University, Iowa City with a degree in Actuarial Science. He and his wife, Barbara, met in college and were married for 62 years. He worked at...
Patrick Martinez
Oct 20, 2025
Patrick Martinez, 61, a resident of Dixon NM, passed away unexpectedly on October 20, 2025.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Horacio and Maria Martinez and his siblings Chris Martinez, Frank Martinez and Connie Roybal.
Patrick is survived by his sister, Angie Montano (Allen), his niece and nephews, Kristy Roybal (Eric), Juan Roybal (Cynthia), Julian Montano, and Maile Montano, great...
Jose B Trujillo
Oct 20, 2025
Jose Benito Trujillo age 77, a resident of Holman, NM, passed away peacefully on October 20, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his father Isidro Trujillo and mother Isabel Trujillo; sisters Fabiola Fletcher and Erlinda Bailon; brothers Phil and Dan.
Jose was a crew leader for wildland firefighters for many years and later retired as a truant officer from the Mora...
Anthony Rey Martinez
Oct 17, 2025
Anthony Rey Martinez, 27, a resident of El Prado, passed away unexpectedly on October 17, 2025.
He is preceded in death by his grandfathers, Anthony Duran and Eloy Lujan.
Anthony served in law enforcement in Taos since the young age of 18. Starting his career with Taos Pueblo, Taos Police Department and most currently with the Questa Police Department.
He is survived his...
Juan C. Archuleta
Oct 13, 2025
Juan C. Archuleta, 89, Resident of Talpa, New Mexico, passed away on October 13, 2025. Born to Ricardo Archuleta and Alicia Gallegos on October 1, 1936 and they preceded him in death.
He was preceded in death by his beautiful wife Ruby E. Vigil-Archuleta and his sons, Manuel and Johnny and his grandson Andrew Segura, great-granddaughter baby Angel Gabriella Lopez; and...
Juan F. Mares
Oct 11, 2025
Juan Francisco Mares, well-known Arroyo Seco stone mason, carpenter and builder, also known as Johnny Madrid in his younger years, passed away on Saturday, October 11, 2025 at his home in Arroyo Seco, he was 61 years old.
He is survived by his only son Chris Madrid of Taos; his partner of thirteen years Heather Anderson who lived and cared for...
Adelina Gonzales
Oct 10, 2025
Adelina Duran Gonzales, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 91 on October 10, 2025. She left us just 7 days after her birthday.
Adelina was born in Ranchos de Taos, NM to Francisco and Maria Mabel Duran. She graduated from Taos High School. She was married to Theodore Gonzales for 50 years, together they...
Lina Miera Medina
Oct 9, 2025
Lina Miera Medina age 76, a resident of El Prado, passed away unexpectedly October 9, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her parents Stella Marie & Frank Miera; brothers Moises (Frank) and John Bucklin; grandmother Isabel Sanchez Bucklin; nephews Lawrence Miera, Jr and Joseph Miera; in-laws Joe & Lupe Medina; Gene Medina, Steve Medina and Elizabeth Medina.
Lina is survived by...
