William Ebie
Jan 5, 2026
William Ebie, 83, a resident of Arroyo Hondo, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2026. A full obituary and service arrangements are pending and will be posted as soon as they become available.
The family of William Ebie 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
Gloria M. Sanchez
Jan 5, 2026
Gloria Sanchez 83, a resident of Los Cordovas passed away peacefully, January 5, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her husband Elizardo Sanchez; parents Tito & Juanita Montoya; and sister Patsy Dazhan.
Gloria is survived by her children Joseph Sanchez and Alice Sanchez; grandchildren, Tiffany Romo (Branden Romero), Sean Sanchez, Marie Sanchez, Bridgette Sanchez (Marty Knief) and Frankie Martinez (Keith Martin);...
Gabriel "Grady" Quintana
Jan 2, 2026
Gabriel “Grady” Quintana, 61, of El Rito/Questa, New Mexico, passed away on January 2, 2026, surrounded by love. Gabe is the beloved son of Daniel and Evelyn Quintana. He is survived by his parents; his son, Amellio (Amy); his siblings, Karen (George), James (Stephanie), and Joyce (Albert); and many other family members and friends who loved him dearly. Gabe was a...
Valerie Montoya Rael
Jan 1, 2026
Valerie Montoya Rael, 56, of Taos, NM born September 14th, 1969. Peacefully passed away on January 1, 2026.
She was loving, courageous, beautiful and always knew how to have the best of times. She was the sweetest bartender, strong at her craft. She was proud of her children and the friendships she made throughout her journey.
Valerie was our "rockstar" and lived...
Christy Marie Medina
Dec 28, 2025
Christy Marie Medina, 34, a resident of El Prado, passed away unexpectedly on December 28, 2025. A full obituary is pending at this time and will be posted as soon as it becomes available.
To help the family with funeral expenses please visit their GoFundMe page at: https://gofund.me/6f2e8f7a3
The family of Christy Marie Medina has entrusted the care of their loved one to...
Edward Michael Park
Dec 28, 2025
Edward Michael Park was born was December 27, 1966, and passed away unexpectedly on December 28, 2025, in Carson, NM. He was born in Huntsville, AL. and spent his formative years in Charlotte, NC. He first attended UNC Charlotte and then graduated with a degree in Marine Biology from UNC Wilmington. Edward made his home in Fort Lauderdale and became...
Hans Peterson
Dec 27, 2025
Hans Peterson, 68, a resident of Red River, passed away on December 27, 2025. No public services will be held in Red River, he will be laid to rest in Williamsburg Michigan.
The family of Hans Peterson 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
Mariquita Ruth Santistevan
Dec 22, 2025
Mariquita Ruth Santistevan, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, caregiver, and friend, was called home to be with God on December 22nd, 2025, at the age of 79. She was born on June 17th, 1946, in Amalia, NM. Mariquita was the epitome of strength, resilience, and heart. In her final moments, she was held close by her family, surrounded by love.
Mariquita...
Patricio Montoya
Dec 19, 2025
Patricio Montoya (Chato) passed away peacefully on December 19, 2025, surrounded by family and loved ones. He was born March 17, 1980 in Denver, CO.
He was preceded in death by his father Gregorio Montoya; sister Irene Montoya; grandparents Patricio Martinez (Chato), Valentin Montoya and Louisa Martinez.
He is survived by his mother Debbie Martinez; children Xzavier, LaDamien, Serenity and Shaya; brother...
Oclides Gonzales
Dec 19, 2025
Oclides P. Gonzales, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, was born to Juan and Carolina Martinez on July 11, 1937, and peacefully passed away on December 19, 2025. The eldest of nine children, Oclides learned the power of faith, family, and friendship at an early age. These values became the foundation of her life and the gifts she carried...
Anselmo "Chemo" Valerio
Dec 19, 2025
Anselmo “Chemo” Valerio 86, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones on December 19, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his parents Reginio and Epifania Valerio; siblings, Gilbert, Lila (†Macedonio), Adelina (†Silverio), Teodora (†Nick), Eliu (Ida), Eduvigen (†Felix), Alejandro (†Dolores), Nora (†Santiago), Viola (†Edwardo) and Beatrice (†Frank).
Chemo served his country proudly in the United...
Deacon Donald Martinez
Dec 18, 2025
Donald Martinez 1937 - 2025 of Taos, passed away on Thursday December 18, 2025.
Donald is survived by his wife of 68 years, Celina: children Donald (Lorraine), Doris (Raymond), Donna (Lester d.), Dennis and Dominic; 11 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; Siblings, Barbara (Robert), Francis (Tom d.), Anna and Michael (Linda d.). The Vigil family who became a part of the Martinez...
John Clinton Hoyt
Dec 12, 2025
John Clinton Hoyt 1939 - 2025
On Sunday, November 30, 2025 our beloved Quicksilver left this earth to begin his next big adventure. From the other side, his loyal dogs, Freedom and Buddy came to comfort him in his last days and to escort him as he passed. He was 85 years old.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill...
Elias "Eli" Romero
Dec 12, 2025
Elias “Eli” Romero from Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away peacefully at the V.A. Hospice on December 12, 2025. Elias was raised in Taos where he attended school and graduated from Taos High School. Elias enlisted in the Army and served in Germany. Elias was a mechanic where he lived and was known by his nickname El Mecanico (The Mechanic).
Elias is...
Stacey Andrews Sepp
Dec 11, 2025
Stacey Andrews Sepp, beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister and friend, passed away on Dec. 10, 2025, at the age of 48. Born on Feb. 24, 1977, in Las Cruces, New Mexico, Stacey lived a life defined by love, resilience and family. She made her home in Parker, Colorado, where she built a beautiful life with her husband, Tim Sepp, and...
Pauline Tafoya
Dec 11, 2025
Pauline Tafoya 77, a resident of Llano, NM, passed away unexpectedly on December 11, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her parents Faustin & Casilda Cordova; brother Ralph Cordova and Ricky Trujillo; in-laws Onecimo Tafoya and Pelegrina Martinez; and maternal grandparents Ralph & Pablita Trujillo.
Pauline was a devoted Christian, she loved to attend church and enjoyed singing. She was a...
Olivia Gonzales
Dec 9, 2025
🕊️ In Loving Memory of Olivia “Libby” Gonzales
July 23, 1946 – December 9, 2025
Olivia “Libby” Gonzales was truly one of a kind. With her passing, we lost not only a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, but also a cherished piece of history. Olivia left this world unexpectedly yet peacefully on December 9, 2025, surrounded by the...
Vicki Diane Devers
Dec 8, 2025
Vicki Diane Devers passed away December 8, 2025. She was born in Joplin, Missouri on July 16, 1951. She spent her younger days in Missouri with her family and then moved to Texas where she met the love of her life. She found herself back in Missouri until 2019 and then back to the state which she loved, New Mexico....
Richard Patrick Farwell
Dec 2, 2025
In the early morning hours of Wednesday, November 26, 2025. Richard Patrick Farwell went home to his Lord and Savior.
Richard was born to William R. and Shirley J. Farwell on December 16, 1964 on a cold, snowy day in the mining town of Butte, Montana. Richard was the fourth child out of five and was the second son born to...
Robert F. Yeo
Dec 1, 2025
Robert F. Yeo, 74, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on October 23, 2025. Bobby as he was known, was preceded in death by his wife Melinda Woodell, and parents Robert F. and Beatrice Yeo. He is survived by his stepson Ariel Reyes of Taos and many friends in the surrounding Taos area. Robert served in the U.S. Army...
