Delma Gonzales
May 19, 2025
Delma Gonzales, 79, passed away on May 19, 2025 at her home in Talpa, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born February 16, 1946 in Talpa, NM, and was a mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great grandmother, sister, aunt, godmother and friend.
Delma was preceded in death by her parents Felonis and Jose Duran; stepfather Manuel Morgas; spouses Joe Gonzales, and Octavio Griego;...
Patricio "Pat" Mondragon
May 16, 2025
Patricio “Pat” Lucio Mondragón was called to his heavenly home on May 16, 2025, at the age of 84. He passed away peacefully in the home he built, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on April 22, 1941, in Talpa, New Mexico, Pat was the eldest son of Palemon and Ofelia Mondragón. He grew up in a close-knit family and spent...
David J Vigil
May 15, 2025
David J. Vigil age 47, a resident of San Antonio, TX and formerly from Talpa, passed away at his family home in Talpa on May 15, 2025.
He was preceded in death by infant sons Airik, Aidan, Angelo and Joshua; father David R. Vigil; paternal grandparents Gilbert & Eloisa Vigil; and maternal grandparents Pablo & Madalena Martinez.
David is survived by his...
Luis Herrera
May 13, 2025
Luis Herrera, age 36, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away unexpectedly May 13, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his father Juan Herrera; grandparents David Manuel & Lytia Herrera, Ovidio Hernandez, and Dorothy Montoya; in-law Tim Martinez.
Luis had a big heart and cared for everyone, he was outgoing, friendly, and a person that would do anything for anyone....
Yvonne Romero
May 13, 2025
Yvonne Romero age 59, of Llano Quemado, Ranchos de Taos, passed away May 13th, 2025 while hospitalized at UNMH Albuquerque.
She was preceded in death by her parents Arturo E. and Alice R. Romero; sister Lena L. Romero; and companion David McFarland.
Yvonne was full of love, and kindness for everyone. Her compassion for animals was her commitment. Even through illness she...
Johnny Kellywood
May 12, 2025
Johnny P. Kellywood, 76, a resident of Picuris Pueblo, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on May12, 2025. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as they become available.
Traditional funeral services were held on Wednesday May 14, 2025 in Picuris Pueblo. The family of Johnny P. Kellywood has entrusted the care of their loved...
Isabel Garcia
May 9, 2025
Isabel Herrera Garcia passed away peacefully on May 9, 2025 in Albuquerque, NM. Isabel was born on May 25, 1935 to Fermin and Ursulita Herrera in Questa, N.M. at the family home where she was raised.
She is predeceased by her husband Benjamin Garcia of 69 years. She is also predeceased by her brother Eliu Herrera and sisters Aida (Tony) Flores,...
Bart Cobey
May 6, 2025
Bartholomew Cobey, 79, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on May 6, 2025. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available.
The family of Bartholomew 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
Lincoln Faller
May 5, 2025
Lincoln Faller, age 82, of El Prado, New Mexico, expired on May 5, 2025 in his home after a courageous battle with kidney cancer.
Born on January 26, 1943 in Queens, New York to Evelyn Catherine (Stahl) Faller and Lincoln Alexander Faller, both children of immigrants from Central Europe, Lincoln Bruce Faller (he hated the Bruce but his mother considered it...
Eloy Gallegos
May 5, 2025
On Monday May 5th, our beloved Eloy (Sammy) Gallegos, affectionately known as Sugar Bear to those closest to him, passed away surrounded by his loving family at the age of 70. Eloy, a lifelong resident of the Peñasco area, was born on August 1st, 1954, in Taos, NM to Jose & Loyola Gallegos. He was a loving husband to Dolores...
Deb Cohn
May 1, 2025
Deb Cohn, 70, of Taos NM, passed away peacefully in her home on April 19, 2025 with her daughter present. A celebration of her life and art will be hosted at her home on Mother’s Day, May 11, 2025. Later, her ashes will be scattered into the ocean she lovingly painted from memory even decades after she moved away from...
Walker Storz
Apr 30, 2025
Walker William Storz died on April 30 in Trampas, NM. He was 30 years old.
He is survived by his mother Thea Storz, father William Storz, sisters Samantha and Lucinda Storz, grandmother Anne Storz, and cat Athena, as well as many cousins, aunts and uncles, and loving friends. He was preceded in death by his grandmother Roberta Held-Weiss, sister Clara Storz,...
Henrietta Allarid
Apr 28, 2025
Henrietta Allarid, 78, a resident of Arroyo Hondo, passed away unexpectedly on April 28, 2025. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available. She will be missed by all of her family and friends.
The family of Henrietta Allarid has entrusted the care of their loved one to the caring staff of...
Henry R. Sandoval
Apr 26, 2025
Henry R. Sandoval 79, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly April 26, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his wife Alice Sandoval; son Matthew Sandoval; parents Henry & Julia Sandoval; siblings Richard Sandoval, Ben Sandoval and Flora Stahl.
Henry is survived by his children Stephanie Sandoval and Ken Sandoval (Becky Tom); grandchildren Michael Sandoval (Jenelle), David Brown (Melissa), Alecia Brown...
Laurie Joseph (Hollywood) Silva
Apr 26, 2025
Laurie Joseph (Hollywood) Silva, age 77, of El Prado, NM passed away on April 26, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his mother Dorothy Silva; his father, Jose Laureano Silva; his brothers Danny Silva, Fernando Miera and Mike Trujillo; great-grandson Jayden (Jojo) Silva; and his in-laws, Patricio and Loyola Martinez.
Joe was born in Taos, NM, was a proud Army Veteran,...
Nancy Gutierrez
Apr 25, 2025
Nancy Gutierrez, 79, of Ranchos De Taos, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on April 25, 2025.
Nancy is preceded in death by her son Don Gutierrez, grandson’s Kelly Beckstead and Justin Gutierrez; parents Benedito Fresquez and Dora Salazar; In-laws Donaciano and Maria Gutierrez; siblings, Peggy Trujillo, Leroy Fresquez and Chris Medina.
Nancy is survived by her husband of 61...
Margarita Rodriguez
Apr 24, 2025
Margarita Rodriguez, 87, a resident of Llano Quemado, passed away unexpectedly on April 24, 2025. She is preceded in death by her parents, Ramon Perez and Carmen Holguin, her siblings Reynoldo, Rosa, Ramon, Hermenegildo, Consuelo, Lucinda, and Adelaido Perez.
Margarita is survived by her husband, Felipe Rodriguez Lopez, her children, Juan Manuel Rodriguez Perez (Mercedes Rodriguez Meza), Claudia Patricia Rodriguez Perez...
Christine Vigil
Apr 23, 2025
Christine Vigil 69, of Taos, NM passed away on April 23, 2025. She was born on November 14, 1955 to Alberto and Juanita Sisneros.
She was preceded in death by the love of her life Louie Vigil.
Christine is survived by her two daughters Geneve Sandoval and Linda Iko (Robert), and her son Luis Vigil, Jr; 6 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; her very...
Clarence Chile
Apr 22, 2025
Clarence Chile, 85, a resident of Picuris Pueblo, passed away on April 22, 2025. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available.
Traditional funeral ceremonies and burial will be held on Friday April 25, 2025 at Picuris Pueblo.
The family of Clarence Chile has entrusted the care of their loved one to the caring...
Debra Wright
Apr 20, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and profound love that we announce the passing of Debra Michelle Wright, a beloved Mother, sister, nurse, and friend. Debra left this world peacefully on April 20, 2025, on Easter Sunday, the day of resurrection—surrounded by love and the spirit of new beginnings. Born on January 2, 1962, in San Francisco, Debra’s journey was one...
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