Obituaries

Local obituaries for DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos & Taos Memorial Gardens
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...
Pauline Tafoya
Dec 11, 2025
Pauline Tafoya 72, 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 Devers
Dec 8, 2025
Vicki Devers, 74, a resident of Cerro NM, passed away on December 8, 2025. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available.
The family of Vicki Devers 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
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...
Corine Valdez
Nov 27, 2025
Corine Valdez passed away on November 27, 2025 surrounded by her family. She was born on April 7, 1938.
Corine is preceded in death by her parents Andres and Eloisa Maestas; brothers Alex, Ralph, Manuel Jr, Ubaldo and Landy Maestas; sisters Guillerma Romero and Esther Santistevan; sisters-in-law Priscilla, Dorothy, Cecilia and Linda Maestas; brothers-in-law Joe Romero, Antonio Lopez and Roy Santistevan.
She...
Sunny Redmond
Nov 25, 2025
Sunny Redmond of Taos, New Mexico, passed away on November 25, 2025, at the age of 74. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jean and Robert Redmond, and by her daughter, Halley Jacobs. She is survived by her daughter, Wesley Jacobs; her brother, Roy Redmond, and his wife, Betty Redmond. Sunny lived a life filled with courage, creativity,...
Teresa Gonzales
Nov 25, 2025
Teresa Gonzales, 85, of Ranchos de Taos, passed away peacefully on November 25.
She was born to Levi and Irene Salazar and grew up in the deep traditions and close-knit culture of Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico, via Chanclas Lane.
Teresa was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers Ismael Salazar (Domitila), Ramon Salazar (Amalia), Abel Salazar (Betty), and Wallace Salazar...
Jorge Corona Cruz
Nov 24, 2025
Jorge Alberto Corona-Cruz born March 19, 1988 unexpectedly passed away November 24, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather Rogelio Cruz; his grandmother Angelina Cornejo; his uncle’s Rogelio Cruz and Pedro Cruz; and his cousin Maria Elena Cruz.
Jorge is survived by his beloved mother Hilda Cruz; his loving father Ben Trujillo; his devoted girlfriend Venessa; his cherished four children...
Florinda Ophelia "Fifi" Baca
Nov 19, 2025
Florinda Ophelia "Fifi" Baca, born August 3, 1950 passed away November 19, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her parents Gilbert C. and Doris D. Jaramillo; and son Andrew Baca.
Florinda was raised in Pilar, NM and graduated from Taos High School in 1968. She moved to Albuquerque where she eventually met and married Benito Baca, and they had two children.
She...
Gerald W. Maestas
Nov 19, 2025
Gerald William Maestas was born on July 5th, 1984, and left this earth on November 19th, 2025.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents Joe Ben, and Fay Griego, and his grandfather Joe Alex Maestas; and his Nino Alex Maestas Jr.
Gerald is also survived by his beautiful wife of 22 years Cassandra Maestas; children, Illona, Mercedez (Jerome), Tiffany and Max;...
Isabel Lena Reynolds
Nov 18, 2025
Isabel Lena “Sue” Reynolds, age 62, passed away unexpectedly, leaving behind a family who loved her deeply. Born to Ruby Archuleta and Walter Reynolds, Sue was raised in Taos, New Mexico. As a young woman, she excelled in track and field and proudly graduated from Taos High School. She later served honorably in the United States Army, carrying forward the...
Joyce J. Franklin
Nov 16, 2025
Joyce J. Franklin, 82, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully in her sleep on November 16, 2025. Joyce moved to Taos over 20 years ago, after retiring from the U.S Navy. She is survived by her son Gregory Franklin along with other relatives and friends, which will miss her dearly. She was loved by many.
Burial of her...
Gabriel Andres Vigil
Nov 13, 2025
Gabriel Andres Vigil was born on September 3, 1988, and left this earth on November 13, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his father Wilbert Vigil; grandparents Joe Alex Maestas, Leopoldo and Licia Vigil; brother Manuel Maestas; and special friend Marty Gonzales.
Gabriel is survived by his mother Elma Vigil; grandmother Josie Maestas; brothers Wilbert John Vigil (Rhonda) and Benito Vigil...
Johnny Sisneros
Nov 5, 2025
Johnny Sisneros, 79, of Ranchos de Taos, passed away on November 5th, 2025.
Johnny is survived by his wife of 57 years Dorothy; children Johnny (Pam), Angela (Larry), Beatrice, Efren and Johnny Frank (Valerie). He is also survived by his grandchildren Ariana (Zach), Isaiah (Marissa), Alauna (Chris) Muniz, Malachi, Ashley Beatrice, and Marissa Vasquez; his partner in crime, great-grandson Bruce (Brucie);...
Natividad DeHerrera
Nov 4, 2025
Natividad DeHerrera, January 5, 1930 – November 4, 2025
With profound sorrow and heartfelt gratitude, we announce the passing of our beloved Mother, Mamacita, Mami, Nana, Grandma at the age of 95. She was called to her heavenly home on November 4, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, unwavering strength, and devotion to her loved ones and to her Savior...
Charles Ryan
Oct 28, 2025
Charles Ryan, 83, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully at Taos Health Center on October 28, 2025.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Catherine Ryan, his sister Roxane and his ex-wife Betty.
Charles worked as a nurse in Philadelphia PA and also in Palm Springs CA. His hobbies included reading and genealogy. He especially enjoyed boxing and...
Mark James Witucki
Oct 26, 2025
Mark James Witucki, a man defined by his passion for the outdoors and his determination to follow his own path, died peacefully in Taos, New Mexico, on October 26, 2025, at the age of 75 surrounded by his family. Mark was an exceptional human being who loved his daughter, wife, and family with every fiber of his being.
Mark is survived...
Barbara Yuma
Oct 25, 2025
Barbara Yuma departed this life surrounded by her family on October 25, 2025, at the age of 60.
Born on April 10,1965, she was raised in El Prado and as a child cherished her time visiting with her beloved grandma Manuelita. Barbara attended Taos schools and graduated from Taos High in 1983. For a short period, Barbara lived and attended college...
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