Manuel Leyba
Jun 1, 2024
It is with saddened hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Manuel ‘Manny’ Leyba on Saturday June 1st, 2024 at his son’s home at Taos Pueblo. Manuel was 83 years of age.
Manuel was born on October 4th 1940 in Canjilon, New Mexico to the late Fernando and Frutosa Leyba. He was preceded in death by brothers Florencio, Greg, and...
Mabel D. Gonzales
May 31, 2024
Mabel Dora Gonzales 94, a resident of Cerro, took her journey to our Lord Jesus Christ on May 31, 2024.
She is preceded in death by her daughter Karen Gonzales; son Patricio Gonzales; grandsons Eddie Gallegos and Patrick Gonzales.
Mabel was a loving and caring mother, grandmother and sister. She had a smile that would light up a room. Mabel was...
Rufina B. Tafoya
May 31, 2024
Rufina B. Tafoya, age 89, formerly of Ranchos De Taos more recently from Albuquerque went to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 19, 2024. She is preceded in death by her husband Horacio A. Tafoya, her sons Everett Tafoya ad Darryl Tafoya, son-in-law Joseph Valerio, parents Amarante and Cora Romero, brother Horacio Romero and sister Phoebe Romero. Rufina is...
Ilse Mayer
May 30, 2024
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Ilse Paula Mayer-Gulz, 84, of Taos, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2024, at her home.
Ilse was born on July 13, 1939, to Margarete Fränkel and Viktor Gulz in Vienna, Austria at the beginning of the second World War. Her childhood was heavily influenced by the war. She left Europe in 1959 and began her life in the...
Rudolfo Velarde
May 26, 2024
In loving memory of Rudolfo R. Velarde, Sr. 94, born in Red River, NM and raised in Ranchos de Taos, NM. Rudolfo passed away May 26, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.
He is preceded in death by his beloved daughter Yolanda Cortez (†Joseph); parents Telesfor & Sarita Velarde; siblings Phil Velarde, Ernesto Velarde, Ferniando Velarde, Juanito Velarde, David Velarde, Francis...
Maria F. Archuleta
May 26, 2024
Maria Floraida Archuleta, 96 of Talpa, NM passed away May 26, 2024.
She is preceded in death by her beloved husband Tito Archuleta; parents Eufracio & Eloisa Maestas; siblings Faustina Romero (†Severio), Benito Maestas (†Delia), and Leroy Maestas (†Alice).
Maria is survived by her daughters Lorraine Vasquez (†Johnny) and Grace Rivera (Lloyd); grandchildren Reynold Vasquez (Maria), Gabriel Vasquez (Norella) and Anna Rael...
Gina B. Trujillo
May 24, 2024
Gina B. Trujillo 46, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones May 24, 2024.
She is preceded in death by her father Alex “Hipster” Valerio; paternal grandparents Cruz & Rosabel Valerio; maternal grandparents Max & Juanita Trujillo; mother-in-law Otelia Vigil; and brother-in-law Joseph “Tito” Vigil.
Gina is survived by her husband Dave; children, Marcos (Marissa) and Kayla Vigil, who...
Jose Romero
May 23, 2024
Jose Romero, 41, a resident of Arroyo Hondo, passed away unexpectedly surrounded by his loving family on May 23, 2024.
He is preceded in death by grandparents Ruben & Erlinda Herrera, Henry & Viola Romero; Aunt Maya Romero; cousins Angelo Quintana and Viento & Andrea Herrera.
Jose is survived by his loving parents Anna Herrera; Andy Romero; brother Andres Romero (Soveida); Goddaughter...
Judith Carr
May 19, 2024
Judith Carr, 82, a resident of Ranchos De Taos, passed away on May 19, 2024. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available. The family of Judith Carr has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
Manuel Archuleta
May 19, 2024
Manuel Archuleta, 67, a resident of Picuris Pueblo, passed away on May 19, 2024. Traditional burial services have been held in Picuris Pueblo. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
Cruz Chavez
May 17, 2024
Cruz Chavez age 74, a resident of La Cordillera, passed away May 17, 2024.
He was preceded in death by his son Cruz Chavez, II; grandson Andres Chavez; parents George & Manuelita Chavez; mother and father-in-law Mercedes & Hernando Jaramillo; sister Loretta DeHerrera; nephews George Salazar, Brad Jaramillo and Nikolas Martinez; nieces Antonia Mares and Fran Chavez; brothers-in-law Lawrence Jaramillo, Paul...
Harry G. Martinez
May 13, 2024
A Life Well Lived.
We are sad to announce the death of Harry G. Martinez, 83 of Taos New Mexico he passed away on May 13, 2024, after succumbing to his injuries from a fall in late February. Harry was born July 20, 1940, to Emilio and Orcelia (Vargas) Martinez in Colorado. He is survived by his daughter, Valerie P. Martinez...
Gilbert C. Quinto
May 12, 2024
Gilbert Carlos Quinto, born October 30, 1936, died May 12, 2024, at the age of 87.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Arcenio Quinto & Irene Romero Quinto; siblings Josephine Rivera (†Joe), Adelina Archuleta (†Ralph), Priscilla Hurtado (George), Phillip Quinto; and grand-nephew Matthew Rivera. Also preceded in death by close family members of his wife, Celestina Vigil (mother-in-law), Cimodosella...
Kathryn Kronawitter
May 11, 2024
Kathryn Louise Kronawitter, 76, of Taos, NM passed away on May 11, 2024 from Parkinson's. Born in Chicago IL, and raised in Daytona Beach FL, she spent decades as a florist in Austin,TX and retired to Taos where she enjoyed her last 24 years. Kathy was predeceased by her parents, Charles and Violet Kronawitter, and her husband, Michael William Yeager, her...
Lloyd Montoya
May 8, 2024
Lloyd Montoya age 64, a resident of Taos, passed away on May 8, 2024.
He was preceded in death by his daughter Rhonda Montoya; parents Polly & Lolo Montoya; siblings Joseph Montoya, Loretta Romero, and Annie Montoya McCallum (†Ken McCallum).
Lloyd is survived by his daughter Alicia Thoma (Patrick) and son Joshua Montoya; grandchildren Alexandra (Kody), Santiago, Veronica, Makayla, Arianna, Jordan and...
Victor Vicars
May 6, 2024
Victor Vicars, age 70, a resident of Taos, passed away on May 6, 2024. No public services will be held and burial will be held at the Elizabeth Town Cemetery. The family of Victor Vicars has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
Juana Cardenas
May 3, 2024
Juana Cardenas, 49, a resident of Ranchos De Taos, passed away unexpectedly on May 3, 2024. A full obituary and service arrangements are pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available. The family of Juana Cardenas has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
Bob Suter
May 2, 2024
Bob Suter, 74, of Angel Fire and Christmas Tree Canyon NM, passed away on Thursday, May 2nd, 2024. Born in Dallas, TX to Jim and Wanda Suter, he was a graduate of Texas Tech University and a Red Raider through and through. A man of many talents and interests, professionally he found his calling in banking while perusing many...
Lilly Vigil
Apr 29, 2024
Mrs. Lilly Vigil, lifelong Taoseña, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on April 29, 2024. Lilly was preceded in death by her husband Cruz C. Vigil and her beloved son Adrian Carl Vigil, her parents “Cowboy” Joe P. and Ella S. Vigil, her sister Mary Mae Carmichael, her brothers Charlie Vigil (Emma) and Floyd Vigil (Priscilla) and great grandson Mateo...
David Michael Maestas
Apr 25, 2024
David Michael Maestas passed away to Heaven on April 25th, 2024 after complications from his cancer recovery at the age of 50. David was born July 14, 1973. He was known affectionately as GG or Geeg to many. He was a sensitive soul and wore his heart on his sleeve. He would always say, “How are you doing my friend?”...
