Catherine Bennett
Sep 1, 2024
A local legend has left us this Fall. Cat Bennett (Catherine Horner Bennett) touched the lives of almost every family living in Taos. Born March 8, 1956 in Vermillion, South Dakota, Cat was a star very early on. Clearly dedicated to education, she won numerous academic awards, trophies and accolades including the setting of a new points record for the...
Ernesto Leroy Graham
Aug 31, 2024
Ernest Leroy Graham, 83 passed away August 31, 2024. He was born in Taos, New Mexico on November 29, 1940.
He was preceded in death by his parents Donaciano and Soledad Graham; Brothers Tobias Graham and Robert Graham and Sister Sally Graham; Father-in-Law Max Gonzales, Mother-in-Law Carolina Loyola Gonzales; Brothers and Sisters-in-Law Carla Graham, Dilia Graham and Manuel Aguilar, and nephew...
Maria Esperanza "Hope" Medina
Aug 29, 2024
Our beloved Maria Esperanza (Hope) Medina passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, August 29, 2024.
She is preceded in death by her parents Abenicio & Emilia Romero; her loving husband Fidel Medina; her siblings Nestor, Louise and Jimmy Romero, Maggie Valerio and her many pets.
Hope was born on May 11, 1935 in Llano Quemado, NM. She was married to Fidel...
Geneva Romero
Aug 28, 2024
Geneva Sisco Romero 75, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away on August 28, 2024. She was born in Talpa on November 20, 1948.
She was preceded in death by her parents Pete & Reyes Sisco; brother Robert Sisco; nephews Robert “Beto” Sisco and Levi Salazar.
Geneva is survived by her children Peter Romero and Dominic Romero (Cathy); sister Patsy Salazar...
Mark Rivera
Aug 26, 2024
On August 26th, 2024 at 8:30 p.m. Mark Rivera peacefully passed away in Taos, NM with his loving wife by his side.
Mark was born in Santa Fe, NM in 1955. He graduated from Alamogordo High in 1973 and earned his Bachelor of Science from NMSU in 1978. He was a city planner for many years. His career took him to...
Robert Burt
Aug 25, 2024
On Sunday, August 25, 2024, Robert Henry “Bob” Burt, age ninety-five, passed away at home surrounded by his family. Bob was born in August, 1929 to Gaylord Sr. and Mary Frances Burt. He was raised in Taos with his five siblings.
As a young man, Robert was the jockey for the prize-winning racehorse GayDalton, spending a great deal of time training...
Brittany Montoya
Aug 25, 2024
Brittany Montoya, 34, of El Prado passed away unexpectedly, due to health issues, on August 25, 2024, surrounded by family.
She was preceded in death by maternal grandfather Toby Martinez and paternal grandparents Lolo and Polly Montoya.
Brittany is survived by her daughter Lexi Rivera and son Lucas Rivera, whom were her whole life.
She is survived by her parents Mario and Sharon...
Darlene Montoya
Aug 24, 2024
Darlene Montoya, affectionately known as Chata, passed away on August 24, 2024, in her hometown of Taos, where she was born on September 9, 1958. Darlene was married 47 years to Mario Montoya and together they created a loving family. She is survived by her three children, Marlene, Mario Jr. (Esmeralda) and Dominic (Marissa), as well as her cherished grandchildren,...
Mary Ann McCann
Aug 21, 2024
On August 21, 2024 our beloved mother/sister/friend, Mary Ann Grissom McCann peacefully left this world surrounded by her children. Mary Ann was born October 16, 1950 in Albuquerque, NM and raised in Moriarty, NM. She attended the University of NM and graduated with a Bachelors Degree and after a Masters Degree from University of New Mexico. In 1978 she moved...
Edna Mascarenas
Aug 21, 2024
Edna Mascarenas age 73, a resident of Questa, passed away peacefully on August 21, 2024.
She was preceded in death by her parents Ruben and Maria Jesucita Espinoza Salazar; son Gary Mascarenas; siblings Melvin, Willie and Frank Salazar.
Edna is survived by her husband Esequiel “Kelly” Mascarenas; children Rachael Romero (Miguel, Jr), Eric Salazar (Lisa), Darnell Mascarenas, Susan Sampia (Mike) and Raymond...
Amarissa "Missa" Cintas
Aug 18, 2024
Amarissa “Missa” Cintas age 15, a resident of Questa, passed away unexpectedly on August 18, 2024.
She was preceded in death by her father Tony Cintas, Jr; paternal grandfather Tony Cintas; cousin Amber Archuleta and Nino Jerry Sandoval.
Missa was a sophomore at Questa High School and was the manager of the cheerleading squad. When not busy with school events, she enjoyed...
Randy Earl Lee
Aug 13, 2024
Randy Earl Lee, 62, a resident of Angel Fire, passed away unexpectedly on August 13, 2024.
Randy was born in Flint, Michigan on December 3, 1961 to Earl Douglas Lee and JoAnn Mary (Tufts) Bosak.
Randy graduated from Flint Southwestern High School in June 1980. After graduation, he moved to the Dallas, Texas area to work at a rubber manufacturing factory. He...
Francisco Maestas
Aug 13, 2024
Francisco Maestas, 92, of Talpa passed away peacefully on August 13, 2024, surrounded by family.
He was preceded in death by his parents Pascual and Eleonor Maestas; wife Rosabel; and brothers Guillermo and Eleuto (Ida) Maestas.
Francisco was born in Talpa on November 6, 1931. He was a proud Army veteran, reaching the rank of Private First Class and served as a...
Gloria Arlean Romero
Aug 13, 2024
Gloria Arlean Romero, 79, from Kingman, AZ, formerly of Taos, passed away at home on August 5, 2024 with her loving daughters by her side.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Hacel and Edna Mae Holmes; sister and brother-in-law, Wilma and Doc Driskell; and her son-in-law, Doug Bryant.
Arlean had an amazing work ethic, which made her thrive at any...
Alma Cortez Grant
Aug 12, 2024
Alma Cortez Grant age 24, a resident of Taos, passed away August 12, 2024.
She was preceded in death by her mother Jessica Padilla; grandpa Michael Camacho and grandpa Michael Romero; uncle Michael Camacho.
Alma enjoyed going fishing, camping, spending time with family and friends. She liked to stitch, and she was a hard worker.
She is survived by her dad Jake R....
Fidel Molina Romero
Aug 9, 2024
Fidel Molina Romero, 88, a resident of Penasco NM, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2024. He is preceded in death by his parents, Epimenio and Odelia Romero and siblings, Rose, Eddie, Adelino, and Eppie.
He was employed by the Albuquerque Public Schools for 20 years. After his retirement, him and his wife ran a game booth at fiestas, which they...
Ana "Mayo" Archuleta
Aug 8, 2024
It is with great sadness but rejoicing in our Lord Jesus Christ that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, sister, and friend Ana “Mayo” Archuleta.
Mayo, to whom she was known by everyone, was born on May 12, 1930 to Amado and Beatriz Quintana in Cerro, NM and departed from this world on July 29, 2024.
She is...
Barbara T. Sisneros
Aug 7, 2024
It is with heavy hearts, we announce that Barbara Theresa Sisneros age 55, a resident of Grants and formerly from Taos, passed away August 7, 2024.
She was preceded in death by her grandfather George Anglada and grandparents Joe and Maria Sisneros; and uncles Tomas and Michael Anglada and Steve Sisneros, aunt Beatrice Rodriguez.
Barbara is survived by her spouse Paul Murrietta;...
Stephen William "Rico" Vigil
Aug 6, 2024
Stephen William Vigil “Rico” 73 years old passed away on August 6th 2024, in Colorado Springs, CO. Rico was born on August 27th 1950 in Questa, NM to Frank (Pancho) Vigil and Presides Vigil. Rico was a father, a brother, uncle and a great friend. Rico always had a big smile to all who knew him or came across him....
Michelle Rascon
Aug 2, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved daughter, granddaughter, sister, and friend, Michelle Rascón. Michelle went home to be with the Lord on Friday, August 2nd, 2024.
She was a loving, compassionate, thoughtful, and big-hearted person who touched the lives of many with her kindness, and warmth. Her unwavering faith, strength and dignity was inspiring...
