Barbara Yuma
Oct 25, 2025
Barbara Yuma, 60, a resident of El Prado, passed away on October 25, 2025.
A full obituary and service arrangements are pending and will be posted as soon as they become available.
The family of Barbara Yuma 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
Joseph Maestas
Oct 23, 2025
Joseph Maestas, 33, a resident of Ranchos De Taos, passed away unexpectedly on October 23, 2025. A full obituary and service arrangements are pending and will be posted as soon as they become available.
The family of Joseph 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
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 Mares
Oct 11, 2025
Juan Mares, 61, a resident of Arroyo Seco, passed away unexpectedly on October 11, 2025. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available.
Memorial service will be held on Saturday November 15, 2025 in the Evergreen Chapel of DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. A meal will follow at the St. Joseph's Parish Center....
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...
Elizardo "El Pintor" Ortega
Oct 9, 2025
Elizardo “El Pintor” Ortega, 78, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on October 9, 2025.
He is preceded in death by his father, Elizardo Ortega, mother Beatriz “Betty” Duran (†Lorenzo Esequiel); his siblings, Eladio Ortega, Roy Ortega, Angie Montoya (†Mel), Erma Arellano and Romaine Zamora.
Elizardo is survived by his sons, Joaquin and Aaron Ortega; mother of his son’s, Linda Duran;...
Delbert Trujillo
Oct 8, 2025
Delbert Joseph “Deadhead” Trujillo, age 70, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by all his loved ones and friends on October 8, 2025. He was born on May 28, 1955, in Taos, NM.
Delbert was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He loved to be outdoors fishing, hunting, camping and eating. He also loved his little dog Ladybug; she...
Christopher Miller
Oct 6, 2025
Christopher Miller, 77, a resident of Questa, passed away peacefully at Holy Cross Hospital on October 6, 2025. He is survived by his sister Martha Redpath extended family and numerous loving friends. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available.
The family of Christopher Miller has entrusted the care of their loved one...
Augustina "Tina" Pacheco
Oct 5, 2025
Augustina “Tina” Pacheco, age 89, passed away peacefully in her home on October 5, 2025. She was born on September 17, 1936, in Dawson, New Mexico.
Tina was a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend. She had a love for dancing, a warm heart, a deep love for her family and was an amazing cook.
She was preceded in death by her husband,...
Jose Baca
Oct 2, 2025
Jose Santiago Baca was born in Tucumcari, New Mexico, on June 15, 1943. He grew up in Tucumcari with his parents and 9 siblings: Tony, Stella, Patsy, Frank, Victor, Mary, Santana, Johnny Marie, and Tio Leonard. Jim Baca was an outstanding pillar of his community and dedicated his life to service, both in the military and locally. He served 3...
Angelia Vigil
Oct 1, 2025
Angelia V. Vigil resided in Taos NM. She was born in Dallas, TX on January 20, 1990, and passed away in Santa Fe, NM on August 12, 2025. Her parents, Virginia Vigil and Francisco Acosta Jr., preceded her in death.
Angelia is survived by her son Aries, along with her siblings, nieces and nephews, many extended family members and many others...
Fidencio F. Varos
Sep 30, 2025
Fidencio F. Varos, age 72, a lifelong resident of Valdez NM, passed away on September 30, 2025. He was born on March 3, 1953.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Sobeida Varos (Father, The late Felimon Varos); sisters, Adelaida Vigil (John Nepe Vigil) and Annabelle Montoya (Joseph Montoya) brothers, Benito Varos, Orlando Varos and Celso Varos; nephews, Christopher Vigil...
Debbie C. Martinez
Sep 29, 2025
Debbie C. Martinez age 66, a resident of Taos, NM, passed away September29, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her father Orlando Cortez; sister Barbara Gatlin; baby brother Michael Cortez; grandparents Abedon and Damiana Maestas, Amarante and Jessie Cortez; nephew Estevan Cortez; godson Christobal Ruiz; in-laws Helen and Alfonso Martinez; Jimmy Martinez and Louren Martinez.
Debbie was employed by St. Francis...
Arthur Abeyta
Sep 29, 2025
Arthur Leroy Abeyta, fondly known as "Art" to his family and friends, passed away unexpectedly on September 29, 2025, at his home in Taos, New Mexico. Born on June 18, 1959, Art lived a fulfilling life, characterized by his adventurous spirit and love for the outdoors. His passion for hunting and fishing was central to his identity, as he also...
Ernest A. Cortez
Sep 29, 2025
Ernest A. Cortez, age 76, was called home to be with the Lord on September 27, 2025.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Jose Laure and Bonifacia Cortez; his siblings, Eddie, Manuel, and Michael; his mother-in-law, Tranquilina Pacheco; his sisters-in-law, Aida (Richard) and Cindy Madrid; and especially his beloved dog, Precious, affectionately known as Nini.
He is survived by his...
