David E. Leon
Nov 17, 2022
David “Tiger” Leon age 63, a resident of Cerro, passed away peacefully November 17, 2022.
He was preceded in death by his mother Rebecca Leon; two infant brothers; and mother-in-law Juanita Martinez.
David proudly served his country in the United States Army, later he retired from the National Guard. He also worked as a security guard for many years at...
Michael Santistavan
Nov 10, 2022
Michael C. Santistevan was born in Taos NM, he lived in Taos and Santa Fe NM. He was called to be with our Lord suddenly on November 10, 2022 and will be greatly missed by many.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents Alphonso and Marcelina Santistevan, and older brother David W. Santistevan.
Michael is survived by his daughters (they...
Cynthia Ortega
Nov 8, 2022
Cynthia Ortega age 58, of Questa, NM was called home unexpectedly on October 28, 2022, along with her loving mother Albina (Sweetie) Gallegos.
She was well known in her community as well as in Taos and surrounding areas. She was known for her kindness and welcoming, sweet words. She had a heart of gold and would always give the...
Albina C. Gallegos
Nov 8, 2022
Albina C. Gallegos (Sweetie), 86, of Questa, New Mexico, has continued on her journey to heaven to be with the Lord on October 28th, 2022 alongside her loving daughter, Cynthia Ortega.
Albina was loved by many and always gave a helping hand to anyone in need. Many may know Albina from her many years working at the schools in...
Lorrel Marcella Hickman-Simpson
Nov 6, 2022
Precious baby Lorrel Marcella Hickman Simpson entered this world and gained her Angel Wings on November 6, 2022. She is preceded in death by her grandmother Kelli Hickman and uncles Brian and Jake Hickman. Lorrel is survived by her parents, Keegan Simpson and Frankie Hickman, grandparents, Ande Moore-Guinn, Roman Simpson, and Brian Hickman, aunts and uncles, Kamren Moore, York Simpson,...
Eloy Jeantete
Nov 6, 2022
Eloy Antonio Jeantete, lovingly known as Dad, Grandpa, Tio and Primo by his family and Eloy, Mr. Jeantete and Mayor by so many residents in the Taos area, passed peacefully in his home in Taos, New Mexico, Sunday, November 6, 2022. Eloy was deeply devoted to his wife, Mary, who preceded him in death and so passionately proud of his...
Lester Silva Jr
Nov 6, 2022
Lester Silva, Jr., age 32, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly November 6, 2022.
He was preceded in death by his mother Lorraine J. Silva; Nino Tomas Chavez, Nina Linda Chavez; grandmother Mercedes Chavez; and grandparents Alberto & Mercedes Silva, and Rose Sautelet.
Lester loved spending time outdoors, loved to cook and would do anything for his family and...
Virginia Vigil
Nov 4, 2022
Virginia Vigil a resident of Taos, went to be with the Lord on November 4, 2022.
A loving companion, sister, aunt and friend, Virginia was preceded in death by her mother Trinnidad O. Mondragon; siblings Coreen, Ernest, and Frank (Kiko) Mondragon; and niece Jaclynn Padilla.
Virginia was a friendly woman, she enjoyed fishing and being in the outdoors,...
Andres Vigil
Oct 31, 2022
Andres David Vigil, 32, of El Prado unexpectedly but peacefully passed away on Monday October 31, 2022 due to a short illness. Andres was born on August 15, 1990 in Taos, NM.
Andres was a loving Husband, Father, Son and Brother. Andres loved spending time with his wife and kids, as they lived a very private life. He enjoyed taking...
Robert "Bob" Rogers
Oct 31, 2022
Robert “Bob” Rogers, age 63, passed away peacefully in his home on October 31, 2022, after a brief illness. He was born in Champaign, IL on February 27, 1959 to John Robert Rogers and Del Marie Bruner Rogers. He graduated from Plano Senior High School in Plano, Texas and then attended Austin College in Sherman, Texas, where he earned a...
Joyce Vigil
Oct 29, 2022
Joyce Vigil, loving wife of Henry Vigil, passed away peacefully surround by her family on Saturday October 29, 2022.
She was preceded in death by her sons Jeremy and Matthew Vigil; parents Leonardo “Lalo” and Bertha Romero; sister Edna Romero, brother Michael Romero; parents-in-law Juan and Teodora Vigil; brothers-in-law Roy and Teofileo Vigil; and godson Paul Vigil.
Joyce is survived...
Cipriano "Cippy" Macias
Oct 27, 2022
Cipriano Cippy Macias, age 58, a resident of Ranchos De Taos, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents, Felix and Claudina Macias, sister, Mary Ellen Macias, uncle, Sevedeo Sanchez, aunts, Ernestina Hammer (George), Grace Chavez and Delfina Sandoval, grandparents, Esquipula and Amandita Sanchez, mother-in-law, Angela Mascarenas and brother in-law Ruben Mascarenas. Cippy...
Muhammad Hassan Bilal
Oct 25, 2022
Muhammad Hassan Bilal (FKA Willie Williams), 72, of Taos, NM was born on September 27, 1950, and returned to Allah on October 25, 2022. Hassan was born in West Point, GA and grew up in Chicago, IL. He later attended Clark College in Atlanta, GA to get his degree in education and play football. While attending Clark, he met Joan...
Ben Martinez
Oct 24, 2022
Ben Martinez Jr. was born on November 2, 1947 he was 74 years old, son of Ben and Isabel Martinez and passed away at his home in Taos, NM on October 24, 2002.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Carla V. Cron.
Ben is survived by his sister Annabelle Todd (Paul Todd husband); Wife Eva...
Arry Jeantette
Oct 23, 2022
Arry Sophia Jeantette was born December 15, 2006 in Taos, NM to parents Andrew Jeantette and Alexa MacQueen. She was taken home by Angels on Oct 23, 2022.
Arry was a vibrant, beautiful, hardworking and ambitious brown eyed girl who brought much love and joy to her family and friends. She was a bright shining light to those who...
Kate Tafoya
Oct 21, 2022
Hipolita Catalina Romero de Tafoya, aka Kate Romero, was the youngest of her ten Romero siblings in Cañon. She is preceded in death by her husband of fifty years, Fernando Angelo Tafoya, the former proprietor of Taos Typewriter Service.
Kate is survived by two sons Ralph Romero (Gwendolyn) and Mark Martinez, both of Taos, and their children. Grandchildren include Tamantha...
Arturo Casias
Oct 21, 2022
Arturo Casias 64, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on October 21, 2022.
He was preceded in death by his parents Delubino and Anita Casias; brother Delubino “Tuti” Casias; sister Frances Casias; grandparents Celia & Demetrio Trujillo and Senovia & Delubino Casias; many aunts, uncles, and relatives.
Arturo worked for 50 years...
Jake Cordova
Oct 21, 2022
Jake Cordova 49, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly September 22, 2022.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents Jacobo and Susana B. Cordova; Alfonso Cardenas and Lucia Cordova.
Jake loved to listen to music and played with numerous local music bands, he loved to spend time in the outdoors and enjoyed woodworking.
He is survived...
Patricia Kyser
Oct 19, 2022
Patricia Anne Kyser, age 75, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on October 19, 2022. A full obituary is pending at this time and will be posted as soon as it becomes available. The family of Patricia Anne Kyser has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
Jose M. E. Rodriguez
Oct 19, 2022
Jose M.E. Rodriguez was called to his Eternal Father on October 19, 2022. He passed away peacefully at home. He was a husband, father, brother, and grandfather. He left this world to be reunited with his beloved wife Carolina M. Rodriguez and son Ernesto Rodriguez, his mother and father Epolito and Eloisa Rodriguez; and in-laws Modesto and Clofitas Medina and...
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