Obituaries

Local obituaries for DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos & Taos Memorial Gardens
Michael Davis
Apr 27, 2026
Michael Davis, 78, a resident of Ranchos De Taos, passed away unexpectedly one week after his beloved wife Dianne Davis passed on April 27, 2026. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available.
The family of Michael Davis has entrusted the care of their loved one to the caring staff of DeVargas Funeral Home...
Jose Abran Trujillo
Apr 23, 2026
Jose Abran Trujillo 82 of Taos, was called home on April 23, 2026. He passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family.
He is preceded in death by his son Geno Trujillo and daughter Lucia Trujillo; parents Amadeo & Josie Trujillo; brother Robert Trujillo; granddaughters Victoria Padilla and Christy Marie Medina; and nephew Larry Martinez.
Jose is survived by his daughter...
William "Mikey" Michael Pacheco
Apr 23, 2026
William “Mikey” Michael Pacheco, age 68, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2026, at Willows Assisted Living following a courageous battle with cancer. William’s warmth, strength, and easy laugh touched everyone who knew him. His spirit will be deeply missed by his family and friends.
William was preceded in death by his mother, Virginia Abeyta; his father, George Pacheco; his brothers,...
Angelica Pacheco
Apr 22, 2026
Angelica Pacheco, 92, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2026 surrounded by her loved ones. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available.
Rosary will be recited on Tuesday May 26, 2026 at 9am followed by the Mass of Christian burial at 10am at Our Lady of Guadulupe Catholic...
Michelle Renee Robinson
Apr 22, 2026
Michelle Renee Robinson, age 38, entered eternal rest on April 22, 2025. Born on February 3, 1988, Michelle lived a life rooted in faith, love, and service. She was a radiant light to all who knew her, reflecting God’s grace through her kindness, compassion, and unwavering devotion to others.
Michelle was a devoted and loving mother to her two sons, Brian...
Lawrence A. Lovato
Apr 22, 2026
Lawrence Andrew Lovato, 70, of Costilla, New Mexico, passed away at home on April 22, 2026, with the love of his life by his side.
Born on February 2, 1956, in La Jara, Colorado, Lawrence was the son of Casilda and Demetrio Lovato. He was raised in Costilla, New Mexico, a place he loved deeply and proudly called home throughout his...
Frank ( Dirk ) Murchison
Apr 22, 2026
FRANK E. (DIRK) MURCHISON III
Dirk Murchison lived life on his own terms until the day he died in Taos, NM, on March 30, 2026. A man of many accomplishments, father, husband, attorney extraordinaire, rancher, a man who loved his dogs, loved music, the land and the creatures who lived thereon, his passions were the core of who he was. Inspired...
Tobias "Toby" Garcia
Apr 21, 2026
Tobias "Toby" Garcia, 86, a resident of Taos, passed away on April 21, 2026. A full obituary and services arrangements are pending and will be posted as soon as they become available.
The family of Tobias "Toby" Garcia 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
Dianne Davis
Apr 20, 2026
Dianne R. Davis a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away surrounded by her loving family April 20, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her father Horace Mann and mother Lillie Bell Mann; siblings Horace Edwin Mann and Paul Dustin Mann.
Dianne is survived by her husband Michael Davis; children Kristen Hood, Christy Green, Eric Davis, Shelby Raddford and Dustin Mann;...
Lewis Lynn Lockwood
Apr 17, 2026
Lewis Lynn Lockwood was born in Austin Texas on April 29, 1946. He went into the arms of Jesus on April 17, 2026.
Lynn worked for over 45 years in the motion picture industry. As a highly respected “A” camera operator throughout the years, he was awarded recognition for multiple projects including Dallas, In the Heat of the Night, Lonesome Dove...
Carlos Felimon Romero
Apr 14, 2026
Carlos Felimon Romero, 73, a beloved resident of Canon, passed away peacefully at his home on April 14, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on March 3, 1953, Carlos lived a life rooted in devotion to his family, his community, and his work. A man of quiet strength, unwavering values, and a generous heart, he left a lasting...
Yevette Jeantete
Apr 7, 2026
Yevette E. Jeantete born March 24, 1975 in Taos, passed away leaving behind a legacy of kindness, generosity and unwavering love.
She was known throughout her life as a gentle, loving big hearted woman who would go beyond measure to help anyone in need. Her compassion touched countless lives, and her presence brought comfort to all that knew her. Yevette’s greatest...
William Bill Dufresne
Apr 7, 2026
Born in upstate New York, William "Bill" Dufresne, the navigator, found his way to the Air Force for training in California, New Mexico and ending in Maine, where he navigated B-52s during the Cold War. The service provided him with a college education and he continued to earn a Doctorate of Law from the University of Florida. He met Donna,...
Maurilio Padilla
Apr 6, 2026
Maurilio Padilla, 90, a resident of Arroyo Seco, NM, went to be with the Lord on April 6,2026. He was born to Levi Padilla and Eufemia Martinez on July 31, 1935.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Eufemia Martinez and father Levi Padilla; wife, Emily Padilla, Son Ernest Padilla, daughter Yvonne Padilla, grandson Gary Padilla and great grandson Jaime...
Dora Brito
Apr 5, 2026
Dora Brito, 86, a resident of Questa, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on April 5, 2026. She was born in Questa, NM and at the age of 2 she went to live in Colorado with her mom’s sister, Emma Martinez and spouse Frank who raised her. About 11 years later Emma passed away and Dora returned to...
Janet Lee Reeves Russell
Apr 5, 2026
A memorial service celebrating the life of Janet Lee Reeves Russell (89 years) will be held at 11:00am on April 11, 2026 at Village Church, Angel Fire, New Mexico with Pastor Kendall Sheats officiating. Janet passed into her new life with Jesus on April 5, 2026.
Janet was born on January 24, 1937 in Henderson, Texas to McCain Igo Reeves and...
Maria Florida Pacheco
Apr 3, 2026
“I am here in Heaven, Dear ones. O so Happy and so Bright! This eternal place offers pure joy, peace, and beauty. All pains and troubles are gone. Every restless trouble has passed. I am now at peace forever. Jesus came Himself for me.”
With this exciting expectation, Maria Florida Pacheco, a lifelong resident of Talpa and at her home, went...
Rosanne Herrera (Joseph)
Apr 2, 2026
Rosanne Herrera (Joseph), age 40, entered into the Heavenly Kingdom and the loving presence of our Lord. Rosanne was a fun, loving, and sweet spirit who cherished time with her family. She enjoyed a variety of hobbies, including the great outdoors, traveling, and family gatherings. Through life’s hardships, she knew and loved Christ, and we find comfort in knowing she...
Jo Gail Tuttle Lowry
Apr 1, 2026
Jo Gail Tuttle Lowry was born in Gilmer, Texas, September 8, 1935. Only child of Nobie Alton Tuttle & Josephine Sewell Tuttle.
She grew up in east Texas, going to school in Kilgore.
The family moved to Fort Worth, when Jo Gail was about age 12-13.
She attended Rosemont Junior High and Paschall High School in Fort Worth. She played the piano from...
Epimenio "Eppie" Valerio
Mar 30, 2026
Epimenio “Eppie” Valerio, age 98, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2026, surrounded by love. Eppie was born on March 24, 1928, to Francisco and Lucia Valerio.
He is preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Evangelina “Vangie” Romero; his brother, Cruz Valerio; his beloved wife of 28 years, Isabel Romero Valerio; his son,...
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