Josefine "Josie" Maestas

Josefine “Josie” Maestas left her earthly life on August 20, 2026 to be welcomed into enteral life with Our Lord Jesus Christ. She lived a life rooted in deep faith and devotion to her family. She was a long-time active parishioner of San Francisco de Asís Parish in Ranchos de Taos. Serving as Mayordoma in the Talpa Capilla as well as in the main church. Her devotion to the Blessed Mother Mary was carried out daily with praying the rosary. She prayed constantly for her family, friends and anyone who asked for prayers. She was the strongest, independent, loving, funny woman that will be truly missed and we love you MOM, GRANDMA!!

She is reunited in heaven with her beloved husband Joe Alex Maestas and her sons Alex Maestas and Manuel Maestas. Her Grandchildren Albert Trujillo, Nathaniel “Kics” Maestas, Sandra Gallegos, Keenan Cordova, Matthew Cordero, Joseph “JoJo” Maestas, Gabriel Vigil, and Gerald Maestas. Her parents Luis and Amelia Maestas, her siblings Efren Walace, Carmen Lujan and Tim (Dorothy) Maestas.

She is survived by her children JoAnn Gallegos (Steve), Elma Vigil (†Wilbert), Debbie Maestas, Darlene Salazar (Peter), Paula Schuldheisz (John), Andy Maestas (Connie), Margaret Maestas (Dennis), Freddie Maestas (Pam), Terry Maestas, Pat Maestas, Julie Sanchez (Joe), David Maestas (Denise), Phillip Maestas (Roberta) and they increased her family by 109 grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren, as well as her brother Louie Maestas (Liz)

Rosary will be recited on Monday, August 24, 2026 at 9am, followed by the Mass of Christian burial at 10am, at San Francisco De Asis Catholic church, with burial to follow at the Talpa Cemetery.

The family of Josefine “Josie” 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