Frances Chavez
Feb 6, 2023
Frances Chavez, previous resident of El Prado and longtime resident of Llano Quemado left this earth on February 6, 2023. She was born on April 22, 1944 to Albert (Tito) and Mercedes Silva.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers, Jose Evaristo Silva, Tomas Silva, and Albert Silva and her sisters Rose (Marceau) Sautlet, and Irene Silva....
Ruby Archuleta
Feb 3, 2023
Ruby Archuleta, age 82, from Taos Pueblo passed away peacefully Friday, February 3, 2023.
She was loved by so many in the community for her work in the Health Care field. Ruby worked at Holy Cross Hospital in her early years as a Respiratory Therapist, before leaving to pursue work as a seamstress for a prominent dress maker in Taos...
Rose Marie Chisholm
Feb 3, 2023
Rose Marie Chisholm, age 86, a resident of Taos Pueblo, passed away unexpectedly on February 3, 2023. She is preceded in death by her daughter Kay Frances Torres, parents, Glenn Joslin and Rafaelita Montoya, and brother Nick Montoya Jr. Rose Marie loved to travel, spend countless hours working with kids and participating in the Senior Olympics, but most importantly loved...
Mario Martinez
Feb 2, 2023
Mario E. Martinez, a longtime resident of Las Colonias, passed away on February 2, 2023. Mario was born on February 24, 1943 to parents, the late Juan B. and Carolina Martinez.
He is survived by his wife Mabel Martinez; granddaughter Angelica Martinez (Angelo Ortiz), who was his love and joy, and who he affectionately called, “Jellybeans”. Daughters Debbie Chavez (Victor),...
Robert Silver
Feb 1, 2023
Robert Jay Silver, psychologist, writer, gadfly, husband, father, grandfather, friend and lover of life passed away February 1, 2023. Bob was born in New York City, New York on August 6, 1942 to Harry Silver and Helen Selkin Silver.
After graduating from Bronx High School of Science, he attended The City College of the University of New York where he...
Valentine Don Gutierrez
Feb 1, 2023
Valentine Don Gutierrez a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away on February 1, 2023. He was born on April 15, 1967.
He was preceded in death by his son Justin Gutierrez; nephew Kelly Beckstead; paternal grandparents Donaciano & Maria Gutierrez; maternal grandparents Benedido Fresquez and Dora Salazar; and numerous aunts and uncles.
Don enjoyed woodworking, carving santos and crosses. ...
James E. Paulsen
Feb 1, 2023
James Edward Paulsen died at the age of 78 on Wednesday, February 1, 2023 surrounded by his closest friends. After the loss of his beloved wife Susan, and the complete “defeat over cancer”, Jim finally said “Goodbye”.
He is survived by his older sister JoAnn Paulsen of Youngtown, AZ; and his only child Ariana Dominque Paulsen, of Paris, France; and...
Charles Roy Martinez II
Jan 31, 2023
Charles “Chuck” Roy Martinez II, age 60, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away unexpectedly on January 31st at home. Born to Charles “Roy” and Betty Martinez at Holy Cross Hospital in Taos on October 28th 1962, Chuck grew up in Taos where he enjoyed riding his horse “Güero”, lifeguarding, and skiing every chance he got. Leaving home with...
Benjamin Garcia
Jan 31, 2023
Benjamin Garcia, 90, of Questa, NM was called home to our Heavenly Father on Tuesday, January 31st, 2023 with his family by his side. He was born on December 16, 1932 to Herman and Eliza Garcia. At the age of 9, his father passed away and his mother married his stepfather, Aurelio Maestas. He is survived by his...
Lorraine Montoya
Jan 30, 2023
Lorraine E. Montoya age 52, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away unexpectedly January 30, 2023, from medical reasons. She was born on November 24, 1970 to Florida and Robert Montoya.
Lori is preceded in death by her mother-in-law and father-in-law Belarmino & Edna Hartt; the love of her life Edward Hartt; her daughter Celeste Montoya; and her mother...
Rod Thomas
Jan 23, 2023
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Rod Thomas passed unexpectedly, but peacefully, in his favorite chair at home in Manassa, Colorado on January 19, 2023. “Rod” was born to Jennings and Oneta Jensen Thomas on March 26, 1941 in Alamosa, Colorado. Raised in the San Luis Valley, Rod graduated from Manassa High School in 1959. Soon after, he was called to the Eastern States...
Julian Robles
Jan 23, 2023
A powerful, remarkable painting of the ascending and transparent Christ that was gifted by its artist Julian Robles of Taos to Our Lady of Guadalupe Church greets the eyes and deep sensibilities of all who enter that Church. The Robles painting has been there for a number of years by now; it is a true artistic treasure in the...
Octaviano Montoya
Jan 21, 2023
Octaviano Martin (Jerky) Montoya age 84, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away January 21, 2023.
He was preceded in death by an infant daughter and son; parents Juan De Dios and Abelina Montoya; in-laws Leandro & Teresina Romero; brother Claudino Montoya (Aurora); sisters Ernestina Montoya, Della Watson, Jesse Martinez and Mary Martinez; sisters-in-law Elizidia Gomez (George), Frances Romero...
Thomas Tuski
Jan 20, 2023
On January 20th, 2023, our beloved son
THOMAS JONATHAN CLARK TUSKI aka TUSKI
passed away and entered into God’s grace.
A true warrior throughout life, with a, "Heart of Gold!" Thomas
spent a great deal of his life traveling as he loved making
friends wherever he went. He most certainly was very
friendly and outgoing, always looking for that opportunity...
Hank Farrow
Jan 17, 2023
Hank Farrow died at home in Taos, NM January 17, 2023. He is survived by his wife Marilyn, children Bonnie Beurskens, Ben Farrow, and Allan Farrow (wife Theresa Harper); grandchidren Benjamin Farrow, Camille Farrow, Anna Beurskens, Nic Beurskens, and sister Judith Damron.
Hank was born May 28, 1939 in Dallas Texas. Hank attended Texas A&M University where he received his...
Carole Irene Newby
Jan 15, 2023
Carole Irene (Carilene) Newby transitioned from this life on January 15th, 2023. She went according to her wishes, in her own home in El Prado, NM and passed peacefully in her sleep.
She was 80 years old. She is survived by her sisters Jerilee Camille Newby and Lorraine Eleanor (Kit) Neagle, and her nieces Janis Christine Meadows and Jenni Cathleen...
Steven Ivankovich
Jan 15, 2023
Steven Ivankovich, age 76, a resident of Taos, passed away on January 15, 2023. A full obituary is pending at this time and will be posted as soon as it becomes available. The family of Steven Ivankovich has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
Mary Jane Pettenger
Jan 14, 2023
Mary Jane Pettenger age 88, a resident of Ranchos De Taos, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2023. The family of Mary Jane Pettenger has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
Herson Vigil
Jan 14, 2023
Herson L. Vigil a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully January 14, 2023. He was born October 16, 1942.
He was preceded in death by his son Herson Mark Vigil; father Max Vigil, mother Maria Sanchez Martinez; and parents-in-law Bences and Corina Maestas.
Herson is survived by his loving wife of 55 years Jeanette; daughters Catherine Pacheco (Leo),...
James Anderson
Jan 13, 2023
James Anderson age 71, a resident of Carson, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2023. A private burial will take place at the Tres Ojeras Cemetery. The family of James Anderson has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
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