Obituaries

Local obituaries for DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos & Taos Memorial Gardens
Elizardo M. Medina
Jan 31, 2025
Elizardo “Lizard” M. Medina, 69, of Cañon, Taos, New Mexico passed away unexpectedly on January 31. 2025.
He is preceded in death by son, Eli Medina; parents, Juanita and Roberto Medina; siblings, Berlinda, Georgianna, Michael, Janice, George, Annabel and Louie Medina.
Elizardo is survived by his children, Eloy Montoya (Valerie), Helena and Jenna Medina; grandchildren, Mateo and Brianah Montoya, Amberlee Lujan, Isaac...
Joanne Theresa Guinn
Jan 31, 2025
Joanne Theresa Guinn 71, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away unexpectedly while in Taos on January 31, 2025
She was preceded in death by her infant son Dieter Theis; parents Edward and Clair Theis; and sister Jane Theis.
Joanne was an educational assistant for many years at Truman Middle School in Albuquerque. She loved animals, especially for her dogs.
Joanne is survived by...
Reuben Elias Gonzales
Jan 30, 2025
Reuben Elias Gonzales 73, was born in Albuquerque, NM to Reuben J. Gonzales and Dorothy Stein on March 3, 1951. He is survived by his partner, Rosalie; brother Frank and many cousins and friends. His childhood friend Dale Rankin remained his loyal friend until the end. His second family consisted of Albert, Gerri, Monroe and Hope Morgas.
Reuben was a devoted...
Felix Santistevan, Jr.
Jan 29, 2025
Felix Santistevan, Jr. age 81, a resident of Taos, NM passed away peacefully, January 29, 2025 and went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
He was preceded in death by his parents J. Felix Santistevan, Sr. & Rafaelita Santistevan; sister Yvonne Washington; and son Jesus Santistevan.
Felix is survived by his sister Concha Torres (†John); children Gregorio Santistevan (Janice)...
Virginia Martinez
Jan 28, 2025
Virginia Martinez age 84, of Albuquerque, formerly of Llano Quemado passed away peacefully January 28, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her grandmother Manuelita Romero, parents Fred and Isabel Martinez; siblings Robert Martinez (Berlinda), Frances M. Baca, Fred I. Martinez Jr., and Mario Martinez; daughter Yvonne Manuelita Trujillo and great grandson Orien “Boo” Miles.
Virginia loved spending time reading and with her...
Rebecca "Becky" Peralta
Jan 28, 2025
In loving memory of Rebecca Peralta. With deep sadness and profound love, we announce the passing of our cherished Becky. Becky left us peacefully on January 28, 2025. Born in Jaroso, Colorado on May 11, 1949. Becky was a beloved, daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and friend.
Preceded in death by her parents Rubaldo Ortega and Estella Ortega and...
Charlie Carlos DeHerrera
Jan 28, 2025
Charlie Carlos DeHerrera, 78, a resident of Westminster CO, born in Valdez NM passed away on December 22, 2024. Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday January 29, 2025 at 10am at San Antonio De Padua Catholic Church in Valdez NM with burial to follow at the Valdez Cemetery.
The family of Charlie Carlos DeHerrera has entrusted the care of...
Elma Chavez
Jan 25, 2025
Elma Chavez 75, a resident of La Cordillera, passed away unexpectedly on January 25, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her husband and love of her life Cruz Chavez; her son Cruz G. Chavez, II; grandson Andres Chavez; parents Hernando & Mercedes Jaramillo; brother Lawrence Jaramillo; nephew Brad Jaramillo; in-laws George and Manuelita Chavez; and sister-in-law Loretta DeHerrera; nieces and...
Flavio Medina
Jan 24, 2025
Flavio Medina, 59, an Arroyo Hondo resident, died peacefully on January 24, 2025, surrounded by his loving family who cared for him during his struggle with cancer.
He was preceded in death by his parents Tony & Odila Medina; siblings Danny Medina, Moises Medina and Thelma Mares.
Flavio loved riding his Harley and his side by side, tinkering on cars and spending...
Jason Romero
Jan 22, 2025
Jason Romero 44, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly January 22, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his parents Antonio Romero and Agnes Romero; brothers Anthony Romero and Jaime Romero; grandparents Tito & Lucy Anglada and Elizardo & Griselda Romero.
Jason by trade, was an artist and a talented santero.
He is survived by his sister Erica Romero (Frankie Garcia); nephews...
Yolanda Lynn Grabowski
Jan 21, 2025
Yolanda Lynn Grabowski, 57, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on January 21, 2025. A full obituary and service arrangements are pending and will be posted as soon as they become available.
The family of Yolanda Lynn Grabowski 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 J. Baca
Jan 19, 2025
Richard J. Baca age 84, a resident of Cerro, passed away peacefully following an unexpected illness on January 19, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his parents Jose & Rufina Baca; siblings Russell McKissick, Robert McKissick, Paublita Campos; and mother-in-law Priscilla Quintana.
Richard is survived by his loving wife of 44 years Debbie Baca, who was by his bedside when he...
Rojerio Archuleta
Jan 17, 2025
Rojerio Archuleta, 87, a resident of Arroyo Seco, passed away on January 17, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Belarmino and Anita Archuleta; his brothers, Bonifacio, Trinidad, Eli, Thomas and Tito Archuleta, his sister Clarita Jackson; and his spouse Angie Archuleta.
Rojerio is survived by his partner Augustina Martinez, who lovingly took care of him for many years; his...
Carol Ann Valade
Jan 16, 2025
Carol Ann Valade, 78, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on January 16, 2025. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it it becomes available. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Taos Feral Feline Friends, PO Box 1926 Ranchos De Taos NM 87557. The family of Carol Ann Valade...
Arturo "Chude" Garcia
Jan 14, 2025
Arturo “Chude” Garcia, a lifelong resident of Questa passed away unexpectedly on January 14, 2025, at the age of 71.
He was a graduate of Questa High School. He was a dedicated friend and was known for his kindness, sense of humor, and love of the outdoors. He loved to hunt and fish with his brothers and friends. He is preceded...
Gail Bond Vernon
Jan 10, 2025
Gail Bond Vernon was born to Dow and Pearl Burch Bond in Taos, New Mexico on September 19th, 1936. Gail grew up on Burch Street alongside her two brothers, Dow Jr. and Benton Bond. Her father (a POW during World War II) owned Bond Plumbing, and her mother ran a family-owned grocery store on the plaza, now known as Taos...
Severiana Archuleta
Jan 9, 2025
Severiana Archuleta, 87, a resident of Vadito NM, passed away on January 9, 2025 after a brief illness.
She was preceded in death by her daughter Josephita Archuleta; father Demecio Romero and mother Amadita Romero; siblings Maria Manzanares, Victoriano Romero, Donecimo Romero, Alcarita Valdez, Felonis Montoya, Rufina Martinez and Satornino Romero.
Severiana is survived by her husband Johnny Archuleta; children Debbie Wade...
Julio Guevara
Jan 8, 2025
Julio Guevara, 36, a resident of Ranchos De Taos, passed away unexpectedly on January 8, 2025.
Rosary was recited on Monday January 20, 2025 at 6pm and Funeral Mass was held on Tuesday January 21, 2025 at 10am both at San Francisco de Asis Catholic Church in Ranchos De Taos.
The family of Julio Guevara has entrusted the care of...
Mark Montoya
Jan 8, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Mark Montoya. He left his earthly home on November 1,2024 to walk with Jesus and his angels.
He was born in Dalhart, TX on July 5, 1969 to Mariano and Grace Montoya.
He was preceded in death by the mother of his children Laurie Sanchez; beloved parents Mariano and Grace Montoya;...
Linda Lee Frisbie
Jan 6, 2025
Linda Lee Frisbie was born on September 17, 1947 and fell asleep in death on January 6, 2025. Her husband Richard, of 51 years is in the home in Taos.
The family of Linda Lee Frisbie 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
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