Kristella Salazar
Aug 13, 2025
Kristella Salazar, 58, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on August 13, 2025. She is preceded in death by parents, Fred and Dora Salazar, sisters LaVerne Martinez and Frieda Salazar, her other half Steven Torres and her nephew Marcos.
Kristella worked for El Taoseno Restaurant where she worked with her mother Dora and at Ricky’s where she was currently employed....
Mable Martinez
Aug 12, 2025
Mable Martinez, a lifelong resident of Taos, NM passed away on August 12, 2025.
She was born May 28, 1946 to Lydio & Amadita Gomez.
Mable was preceded in death by her parents Lydio and Amadita; husband Mario Martinez; son Mario Martinez, Jr; daughter-in-law Crystal Martinez; sisters Mary Romero and Lorraine Romo; and in-laws Juan & Carolina Martinez.
She was employed by Taos...
Jose Fred Vigil
Aug 11, 2025
Jose Fred Vigil, 90, a resident of Taos, formerly of Cerro, passed away on August 11, 2025.
Graveside Service will be held on Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 11:00am at the Cerro Catholic Cemetery.
The family of Jose Fred Vigil has entrusted the care of their loved one to the caring staff of DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
Rose "Rosie" Louise Martinez
Aug 8, 2025
Rose “Rosie” Louise Martinez passed away peacefully on Friday, August 8, 2025 in the company of family. She was 78 years old.
Rosie was born in La Puente, New Mexico, the youngest of ten children to Ruben and Rosa Manzanares. She married Patricio (Patrick/Pat) Delfin Martinez of Cañones, NM (near Chama, NM) on July 18, 1966.
Perhaps one of the most profound...
Janis Kay Janeiro
Aug 8, 2025
Janis Kay Janeiro, aged 86, passed away on July 19, 2025, just one day shy of her 87th birthday, in Taos, NM. Her life will be celebrated privately by her family. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to local art charities in Taos. "Jan"
The family of Janis Kay Janeiro has entrusted the care of their loved one to...
Irvin "Irv" Janeiro
Aug 8, 2025
Irvin Alexander Janeiro, age 91, a resident of Arroyo Seco, passed away on August 8, 2025, in Taos, New Mexico. His life will be celebrated privately by his family. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to local art charities in Taos. "Irv"
The family of Irvin Alexander Janeiro has entrusted the care of their loved one to the caring...
Darlene Gurule
Aug 7, 2025
Darlene Gurule, 69, a resident of Llano Quemado, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on August 7, 2025. A full obituary and service arrangements are pending and will be posted as soon as they become available.
The family of Darlene Gurule has entrusted the care of their loved one to the caring staff of DeVargas Funeral Home of...
Baby Jasper Leon
Aug 6, 2025
Jasper Leon passed away in the embrace of family on August 6th, 2025.
Jasper was born on June 18, 2025, to Dylan and Abigail. Despite his short time on earth, he was deeply loved and brought immense joy to those around him.
Jasper will be forever remembered and loved by his parents, Dylan and Abigail, his great grandparents, grandparents, and his aunts...
Fabiana Mondragon
Aug 5, 2025
Fabiana Cordilla Romo Mondragon age 81, a resident of Llano Quemado, raised in Talpa, passed away unexpectedly August 5, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her parents Manuel Romo & Sorida Romo; siblings Pat Romo, Charlie Romo, Fabian Romo, and Virginia Romo.
Fabiana enjoyed being with her children and grandchildren. She loved to cook for her family and loved to travel....
Susan M. Varon
Aug 4, 2025
Susan Martha Varon passed away peacefully on August 4th, 2025. Born in Racine, Wisconsin, to Walter and Martha Yaeger on April 27th, 1943.
Susan grew up on Lake Michigan’s doorstep. As a little girl, Susan was an avid reader and dreamed of being a famous writer someday. She attended The University of Chicago and graduated with honors, before moving to New...
Benny Lee Pacheco
Aug 4, 2025
Benny Lee Pacheco age 66, a resident of Arroyo Seco passed away unexpectedly August 4, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his parents Juan Ernesto & Madalena G. Pacheco; brother John Ernest Fred Pacheco and twin sister Nancy Pacheco.
Benny enjoyed fishing and being in the outdoors and working on cars. He worked for several years at Taos Ski Valley and...
Orlando Rivera
Aug 3, 2025
Orlando passed away on August 3, 2025 after a lengthy illness. Orlando was born on October 20th, 1939 to Pablito and Josefina Rivera.
He is preceded in death by his son Manuel Rivera, daughter Esther Rivera; granddaughter Marissa Valdez; parents Pablo and Josefina Rivera; in-laws Clemente and Encarnacion (Chona) Martinez; siblings Alejandro Rivera, Jose Rivera, Manuel Rivera, Eulogia Martinez (Enrique), Loyola...
Leopoldo Polo Trujillo
Jul 31, 2025
Leopoldo “Polo” Trujillo 91 of Cañon passed away unexpectedly July 31, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his parents Juan and Rufina Trujillo; brother Espico Trujillo and sister Alicia Chavez.
Leopoldo is survived by his wife Julia Trujillo; son Nick Trujillo (Teresa); grandchildren James Trujillo (Alicia) and Amy Martinez (Diego); great-grandchildren Juan Montoya and Miguel Romo; siblings Cecilia Trujillo and Benita...
Andrew T. Medina
Jul 23, 2025
Andrew Timothy (Tim, a.k.a “Travolta”) Medina, of Taos, NM, went to his eternal rest on July 23, 2025.
He joins his mother, Dolores Lawrence; and his beautiful children, Leandro and Feliciana Medina.
Tim is survived by his father, Juan Medina (Beatrice); his siblings Jesse Medina (Ramona), Maria Vigil (Ben), Joseph Anthony (Ethel), Roseann Dominguez (Patrick), Wayne Medina (Rayne) and stepbrother Frank Rivera....
Ruben E. Baca
Jul 22, 2025
Ruben E. Baca, age 90 a life-long resident of Llano Quemado passed away peacefully on July 22, 2025.
Preceded in Death by his Wife of 64 years, Frances Baca; Parents Jacobo and Cora Baca; Sister Aurora Coca and her husband Baldamar Coca and Sister Maggie Gutierrez.
Survived by Daughter Rebecca Mares and Son Ruben M. Baca (Laura); Grandchildren, Christina Mares Gallegos (Mark,...
Cecilia Barrone
Jul 20, 2025
It is with profound reverence that we celebrate the life of our extraordinary mother, grandmother, sister and friend Cecilia M. Barrone, who ascended to eternal peace on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at her home in Taos, NM, with her loving husband by her side. Cecilia grew up in Santa Fe, surrounded by a loving and supportive family that instilled in...
Gregory Elbert
Jul 18, 2025
Greg Elbert, 61, of Tres Piedras, NM, beloved brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend, passed away Friday, July 18 of natural causes.
Born in Lancaster, PA, he was the son of Anne and William Elbert Jr, he was the second oldest of four children. He was mom’s favorite. He graduated from JP McCaskey HS in 1982.
Greg was a talented artist, working...
Willie Vigil
Jul 18, 2025
Willie Vigil, 65, passed away on July 18, 2025, after a battle with cancer. He left this world surrounded by love, leaving behind a legacy of grit, strength, and heart that will never be forgotten.
Born on May 21, 1960, in Denver CO. Willie lived life on his own terms, with a spirit as wild and fearless as the bulls he...
Miranda Heathers
Jul 18, 2025
Miranda Heathers, 75, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on July 18, 2025. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available.
The family of Miranda Heathers has entrusted the care of their loved one to the caring staff of DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
Marcelle Parker
Jul 18, 2025
Marcelle Parker, 98, a resident of Questa, passed away on July 18, 2025. A full life tribute is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available.
The family and Marcelle Parker has entrusted the care of their loved one to the caring staff of DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
