Andy Baca Jr
Dec 15, 2023
Andy Baca 56, of Questa peacefully passed away on December 15, 2023.
He is preceded in death by his father Andy A. Baca, grandfather Perfecto Baca, grandmother Susan Baca, grandmother Veroniz Espinoza, and nephew Mario Baca.
After graduation he attended El Rito UNM receiving certification in auto mechanics, also construction. Andy always had an awesome sense of humor....
Theresa Singleton
Dec 13, 2023
Celebration of Life is Friday, May 10, 2024 from 2pm to 6pm
Theresa Singleton, age 95, an educator on the Native American Reservations in North & South Dakota, the Taos Pueblo Day School, Taos Middle School, and Taos High School for 50 + years, passed away peacefully on December 13, 2023.
Celebration of Life will be held on May 10, 2024...
Michael "Blazer" E. Maestas
Dec 11, 2023
Michael Eufracio Maestas, 75, passed away quietly in the early morning of December 11, 2023.
Mike always did things on his own terms, so sneaking off to Heaven like a thief in the night without a farewell is just his style. He always hated goodbyes. Mike lived his life with all the cards on the table. He lived in the...
Ben "Speedy" Gonzales
Dec 11, 2023
Ben “Speedy” Gonzales 77, a resident of Questa, passed away peacefully December 11, 2023.
He was preceded in death by his son Johnny Gonzales; parents Frank & Ruth Gonzales; grandpa Jose Bailon; in-laws Manuel & Idela Romero; and brother-in-law Manuel Romero, Jr.
For many years Ben was employed by the Moly Mine in Questa and the Questa Public Schools. He...
Carol Starr
Dec 10, 2023
Carol Starr of Taos New Mexico passed away peacefully on Dec 10th, 2023. Carol was an artist in Taos for many years, and it was her home. Carol led a very full and interesting life, she accomplished many great endeavors, and was a loving mother and grandmother. She was defined by her artistic creativity and her desire to see beauty...
Michael Visarraga
Dec 9, 2023
Michael “Mike” J. Visarraga of Peñasco, age 65, passed away unexpectedly on December 9, 2023. He was born to George and Oralia Visarraga, in Embudo, NM,
Graduated from Peñasco High School in 1976, and went on to attend Northern NM Community College, in El Rito where he got his certificate in paint and body work.
He is preceded in death...
Peter Tredwin
Dec 7, 2023
Peter Tredwin, age 80, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2023. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available.
The family of Peter Tredwin has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
Daniel Marcos Montoya
Dec 7, 2023
Our beloved Daniel Marcos Montoya passed away unexpectedly on Thursday December 7, 2023. He was preceded in death by grandma Gloria Montoya, grandma Victoriana Montoya, grandpa Tomas Cook, grandma Eralia Cook, grandpa Elisio Montoya, and uncle Richard Ortega. He is survived by his mother Bobbi Jo Montoya, stepdad Hugo Acosta, siblings, Julia (Jeremy), Lydia and Hugo Jr., his niece Lillyan,...
Susan Stack
Dec 7, 2023
After many hard-fought battles, it is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Susan Cheryl Stack on 12/7/2023 at her home in Taos, NM. Susan was born on 8/23/1941 in Lorain, OH. Susan was an accomplished folk artist, who created, taught, and appreciated beauty and color wherever she went, and shared with whomever she met. Susan graduated...
Lorenzo Fresquez
Dec 3, 2023
Lorenzo Fresquez, age 70, a resident of Upper Ojitos, born and raised in Ranchos De Taos, passed away unexpectedly on December 3, 2023.
He will be remembered by his joyful spirit, willingness to lend a helping hand and his love for woodcarving. His love for animals is only surpassed by his love for his family and friends. He will...
Albert Ernesto Struck
Dec 1, 2023
Albert Ernesto Struck, 69 of Ranchos de Taos, passed away on December 1, 2023.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Dolores and Bernabe Struck; sister Martie Struck Miera; grandparents Meliton & Elena Trujillo and Meliton and Clorinda Struck; in-laws, Bernadino & Roselia Vigil; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Albert is survived by his...
Charles Calvin Miller
Dec 1, 2023
Charles Calvin Miller, age 87, a resident of Albuquerque and formerly of Tres Piedras, passed away peacefully on December 1, 2023. Graveside services will be on Thursday December 7, 2023 at 2:30pm at the Tres Piedras Cemetery. The family of Charles Calvin Miller has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
Ernest Jake Cardenas
Nov 29, 2023
Ernest Jake Cardenas, age 79, a resident of Questa, passed away unexpectedly on November 29, 2023. A full obituary and service arrangements are pending and will be posted as soon as they become available. The family of Ernest Jake Cardenas has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
Jose L. Silva
Nov 29, 2023
Jose Laureano Silva age 102 of El Prado, NM. Passed away on November 29, 2023. He was born and raised in San Cristobal, NM. He was a Businessman, Rancher, and World War II Veteran. After returning from the war, he worked in Mexico with the Department of Agriculture during the Hoof and Mouth pandemic. He returned home, and worked for...
Miguel "Tony Moly" Tafoya
Nov 26, 2023
Miguel “Tony Moly” Tafoya age 85, a resident of Talpa, passed away unexpectedly on November 26, 2023.
He was preceded in death by his wife Betty Tafoya; son Ronnie Tafoya; granddaughter Tawny Tafoya; parents Tomas Montoya and Carolina Cortez; adopted mother Guadalupita Tafoya; siblings Carla Graham and Dan Cortez.
Miguel worked in the mining industry for many years, including 2...
Bertha Ortega
Nov 21, 2023
Bertha Ortega age 66, a resident of Questa, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2023.
She was preceded in death by her parents Silviano & Fedelina Vigil; and brother Joe Vigil
Bertha is survived by her children Richard Ortega and Josie Ortega; grandchildren Jeramiah Ortega, Dominic Segura and Devina Segura; siblings Gilbert Snyder Vigil, Mary Archuleta, Rose Ortega (Armando), Charlene...
Arnold Martinez
Nov 21, 2023
Arnold Martinez 74, a resident of Arroyo Hondo, passed away unexpectedly on November 21, 2023.
He was preceded in death by his parents Manuel A. & Veroniz Martinez; companion Theresa Griego; brother Robert Martinez; and special uncle James Rarden (aunt Becky).
Arnold was an avid Denver Broncos fan and loved spending time in the outdoors. Before moving to Arroyo Hondo,...
William Wood
Nov 18, 2023
William Wood, age 66, a resident of El Salto, passed away unexpectedly on November18, 2023. A longtime Taos area resident known for his progressive politics, quiet decency and wearing shorts no matter how low the temperature, died last month at his home in Arroyo Seco. He was 66. The cause was complications caused by Covid. Born May 7, 1957, William...
Chat Campbell
Nov 18, 2023
Chat Campbell was born in Natick, Massachusetts. He passed November 17th, 2023, peacefully in his home in Arroyo Seco, New Mexico after a hard-fought battle with cancer. Chat was surrounded by his loved ones.
Chat was an entrepreneur at heart as the owner/operator of Campbell Excavation Company in Taos, New Mexico, and other businesses. Chat came to Red River, New...
Zakaria Sinno
Nov 15, 2023
Zakaria Sinno, age 90, a resident of Ranchos De Taos, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on November 15, 2023. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available. The family of Zakaria Sinno has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com
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