Lucille M. Tenorio
Sep 10, 2023
Lucille M. Tenorio, 81 of Taos passed away peacefully, September 10, 2023. She was born February 2, 1942, and lived in Taos nearly all her life. Lucille was best known as the “Bookstore Lady” having owned the Paperback Book Exchange near Taos Plaza. She was a strong advocate for literacy and STEM education. Lucille always welcomed her daughters’ friends and...
Enrico Velasquez
Sep 7, 2023
Lt. Colonel Enrico M. Velasquez age 71, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, originally from Santa Fe, New Mexico, died peacefully at home on September 7, 2023.
He was preceded in death by his father Albert Velasquez, his mother Violetta Salazar-Velasquez; his brothers, Armando and Mario Velasquez and his sister Monica Lucero.
Enrico is survived by his wife Roberta (Bobby)...
Alvin Gallegos
Sep 6, 2023
Alvin Lee Gallegos age 55, resident of Cerro, NM unexpectedly passed on September 6th, 2023.
He was preceded in death by his father’s Porfirio Gallegos and Paul Archuleta (stepfather); brothers Rudy and Ivan Gallegos and Kenny Archuleta (stepbrother).
Alvin was a hardworking man, jack of all trades, that spent many years in maintenance work. Including the Red River ski shop,...
George L. Trujillo
Sep 5, 2023
George L. Trujillo age 75, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family September 5, 2023.
He was preceded in death by his parents Daniel and Odilia Trujillo; siblings Johnny Trujillo, Celia Herrera, Angela Mascareñas, Patrick Trujillo, Margret Gonzales and Efren Sandoval; great-grandson Anthony Trujillo, Jr.; nephews Adam Trujillo and Ruben Mascareñas; and cousin...
Michael Mongeau
Sep 5, 2023
Michael G. Mongeau, age 68, a resident of Eagles Nest, passed away unexpectedly on September 5, 2023. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available. The family of Michael G. Mongeau has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com
Pacomio "Pac" Valerio
Aug 30, 2023
Pacomio “Pac” Margarito Valerio, age 88, a lifelong resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away peacefully at home on August 30, 2023. He was surrounded by the love of his family.
Pac is preceded in death by his parents, Adelaida Gonzales and Inocencio Valerio; his brother, Dan Valerio; and his sisters, Estefanita Valerio and Mary Lewis.
Pac is survived...
Cecilia H. Archuleta
Aug 30, 2023
Cecilia H. Archuleta age 81, a resident of Llano Quemado, passed away peacefully at home on August 30, 2023.
She was preceded in death by her son Filedelfio Archuleta; parents Onofre & Josefita Mondragon; siblings Pat Mondragon, Gilbert Mondragon, Soveida Mondragon, Emmalina Valerio, Teodoro Mondragon; father of her children Roy Archuleta; niece Louella Mondragon and nephew Armando Valerio.
Cecilia was...
James R. Cisneros
Aug 21, 2023
James R. Cisneros, 72, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully on August 21, 2023, at his residence.
He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Marlo Herrera; and grandparents Edwardo and Carlota Cisneros from El Prado; siblings; Katie Martinez and Edwardo Cisneros.
James was a hard working man who worked for many years as a plumber &...
Maria "Molly" Vigil
Aug 18, 2023
Maria “Molly” Vigil age 68, a resident of Pilar, passed away peacefully August 18, 2023.
She was preceded in death by her parents Jose & Maria Vigil; brother Elias G. Vigil; brother-in-law Floyd Pacheco, Sr. and nephew Dr. Floyd Pacheco, Jr.
Maria was a kind and loving woman who loved her entire family. She enjoyed spending time traveling and especially...
Leonilia Alice Maestas
Aug 17, 2023
Leonilia Alice Maestas age 89, a resident of Talpa, passed away at home peacefully on August 17, 2023.
She was preceded in death by her parents Benses and Isabel Gonzales of Llano Quemado, NM; her husband Leroy E. Maestas; son Paul L. Maestas; her granddaughters Rose and Marie Maestas; and her grandson Derick Maestas.
She is survived by her children...
Lawrence Foss
Aug 10, 2023
Lawrence (Larry) Foss died in the night of August 10, 2023. He remains vividly alive to us all. Few people in the is world could give us more happy memories. We remember sad times, too, the Paradise Fire when he and wife Leslie, lost home / and for Larry a lifetime of artwork.
Larry’s art and life was full of...
Annette Trujillo
Aug 9, 2023
Annette Trujillo was born on April 23, 1956 to Juan Isdro and Lucilla Trujillo in Taos, NM, and passed away August 9, 2023.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her brothers Albert, Luis, and Melvin and sister Eva Trujillo.
Annette is survived by her children Pablo Baca and Jo Sandoval; boyfriend Leon Maldonado; grandchildren Sharon, Shania, Andre...
Raymond Orlando Parraz
Aug 8, 2023
It is with great sadness that the family of Raymond Orlando Parraz announces his passing on Tuesday, August 8, 2023 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico at the age of 77. Raymond was born on Monday, May 27, 1946 in Taos, New Mexico.
Raymond is preceded in death by both parents, Vicente Parraz and Marcelina Chavez; Daughter Rayla; Sister Concha and...
Douglas Kingsley
Aug 5, 2023
Douglas Kingsley, 77, a resident of Carson, passed away unexpectedly on August 5, 2023. No public services will be held. The family of Douglas Kingley has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com
Lillian M. Miera
Aug 4, 2023
Lillian M. Miera 76, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family, August 4, 2023.
She was preceded in death by her parents Felix, Sr. & Delia Miera; sisters Irma Miera, Gloria Miera, Christine Miera and brother Carlos Miera; niece Renetta Miera; paternal grandparents Eliseo & Lupita Miera; and maternal grandparents Narciso & Juanita...
Cecilia Dora Tafoya
Aug 2, 2023
Cecilia Dora Tafoya 88, a resident of El Prado, NM, passed away August 2, 2023.
She was preceded in death by her parents David & Cira Martinez; daughter Annette Gonzalez; sisters Teodora (Teddy) Vigil, Adelina Dina McKnight; infant sister Susan; brothers Eloy, Roman, Toby, Ruben, Patricio, Flavio and infant brother David Martinez.
Cecilia is survived by her children Darlene Trujillo...
Bettie R. Martinez
Aug 1, 2023
Bettie R. Martinez, age 96, a resident of El Prado, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2023.
Bettie retired from Taos Middle School after 28 years as the school secretary. During these years she became a motherly figure to many of the students. She was an active parishioner at Our Lady of Guadalupe church. In December 2019 Bettie was honored...
Lori D. Aguilar
Aug 1, 2023
Lori D. Aguilar, 53, a resident of El Segundo CA, passed away unexpectedly on July 2, 2023.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Michael and Elba P. Coca Romero Aguilar, brothers, Danny Raymond and Carl John Aguilar, grandparents, Hipolito M. and Lila C. Romero of Llano Quemado and nephew Joey Aguilar.
She is survived by her siblings,...
Tomas E Martinez
Aug 1, 2023
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tomas Eduardo Martinez. He was the son of Eduardo and Elma Martinez. Tomas was a beloved son, husband, father, brother, brother-in-law, uncle and cousin.
Tomas Eduardo Martinez, age 90, was a resident of Taos, New Mexico. He passed away after a short illness on April 26, 2023. He was...
Andy L. Valerio
Jul 31, 2023
Andy L. Valerio age 72, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away unexpectedly after a brief illness, July 31, 2023.
He was preceded in death by his parents Elizardo & Magdalena Valerio; uncles Eloy Valerio and Juan Herrera; and godmother Lydia Romero.
Andy was employed by and retired from the Taos Municipal Schools after 25 years, where he was...
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