Ernest A. Cortez
Sep 29, 2025
Ernest A. Cortez, age 76, was called home to be with the Lord on September 27, 2025.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Jose Laure and Bonifacia Cortez; his siblings, Eddie, Manuel, and Michael; his mother-in-law, Tranquilina Pacheco; his sisters-in-law, Aida (Richard) and Cindy Madrid; and especially his beloved dog, Precious, affectionately known as Nini.
He is survived by his...
Noah Jameson "Jimmy" Steele
Sep 28, 2025
Noah Jameson “Jimmy” Steele age 38 passed unexpectedly on September 28, 2025. Born in Dodge City, Kansas. He spent his last 15 years in Taos, New Mexico. He enjoyed being a service worker and bartender at some local restaurants and helping his neighbors with their yard upkeep as well as other side jobs. He will be remembered for his love...
Ruby Gonzales
Sep 27, 2025
Ruby Gonzales age 60, a resident of Española, formerly from Taos, passed away peacefully September 27, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her son Aaron Coca; father Juan Manjo Gonzales; maternal grandparents Onesimo & Juanita Martinez; and paternal grandparents Crespin and Genoveva Gonzales.
Ruby is survived by her spouse Tommy Maestas; mother Josie Vanderzanden; siblings Johnny Gonzales (Nadine), Shirley Mondragon (Waldy)...
Dora Vigil
Sep 24, 2025
Dora Vigil, 96, a resident of Cañon, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on September 24, 2025
She is preceded in death by parents Ramon and Elisaida Anglada; husband Patricio Vigil, great grandson Ryan Patricio Chapleau, granddaughter Carmela Raquel Quintana and son-in-law Ruben Reynaldo Quintana. Siblings Ursula Lujan, Juanita Romero, Mary (Rubel) Gonzales, Manuel Anglada, Tito (Lucy) Anglada, George...
John Duncan
Sep 23, 2025
John Duncan passed away peacefully on September 23rd, 2025, at the age of 75, after a lengthy battle with Parkinson's disease. John had been a resident of Taos and the surrounding areas since the 70s and worked in many different fields. He worked as a server at the Taos Inn, as an EMT at the Ski Valley clinic and Holy...
Ronald "Ronnie" Lavin
Sep 21, 2025
Ronald “Ronnie” Lavin (“Inky”) May 7, 1943 - September 21, 2025
Ronald Lavin, known to most as Ronnie — and to almost everyone in Philadelphia as Inky — passed away suddenly on September 21, 2025, in Taos, New Mexico.
True to form, he was still looking for the next big deal. Born on May 7, 1943, in Philadelphia to Gertrude and Bernard...
Patty Howe
Sep 20, 2025
Patty Howe was born in Beloit, Wisconsin on August 2, 1955. Her family moved to Marshalltown, Iowa when she was 11 years old. She attended Marshalltown High School and excelled in her classes as well as swimming. She had a love for horses since she was very young and enjoyed them most of her childhood and even after leaving home...
Reymundo P. Valerio
Sep 20, 2025
Reymundo Patricio Valerio was born on September 4, 1937 to the late Leonardo and Claudine Valerio in Ranchos de Taos. He passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on September 20, 2025, at the age of 88.
He was preceded in death by his father and mother Leonardo and Claudine Valerio; his father and mother-in-law Solomon and Liziada Martinez; brother...
Margaret Lane
Sep 17, 2025
Margaret V. Lane a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on September 17, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her parents Cleotilde and Jose Leonardo Gonzalez; two brothers and five sisters; her children Richard Neathamer and Margaret Ann Lane; granddaughter Crystal Lane.
Margaret was born in Cañon and was the youngest of eight children. She was...
Daphne Cordova
Sep 15, 2025
Daphne Cordova, 56, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on September 15, 2025.
If you ever had the pleasure of meeting Daphne, you know what a fun, loving character she was. Her ability to make people laugh simply by being herself was unforgettable. Quirky yet confident, she left everyone with lasting memories. Daphne was incredibly talented—from master fisherwoman to skilled...
Celina Coca Montez
Sep 11, 2025
Celina Coca Montez, a resident of Taos, was called home to be with Our Lord, on September 11, 2025, at the age of 93.
She has joined her parents Melquiades and Beatrice Coca and her brothers Andrew, Alex, Wayne, Gilbert and Richard Coca.
She is survived by her loving sons, Gilbert Montez Sr. (Wendy) of Albuquerque, NM, Steven Montez Sr. (Verna) of...
Reynaldo M. Martinez, Jr.
Sep 10, 2025
Reynaldo Manuel Martinez Jr. courageously underwent surgery, but despite the best efforts of his medical team, he passed away on September 10, 2025. During his hospital stay, he was surrounded by the love of his family and his faith. He left this world far too soon but left behind a legacy of kindness, love, and devotion.
Reynaldo was born on February...
Shawna Rivera
Sep 8, 2025
This past week, our Beautiful Shawna passed away unexpectedly. Our Shawna was born on September 29, 1975 in Taos, New Mexico.
She is survived by her Mother, Sarah Vasquez; Sister, Katrina Winn; nieces and nephews, Analeya Rodarte, Angelo Perea, Andres Rivera, Jordyn Winn and Kamille Winn; special people in Shawna’s life, Janice, Barbara and Rockie De Herrera, Patrick Visarriagas and his...
Arthur Gonzales
Sep 8, 2025
🕊️ In Loving Memory of Arthur "Bubba" Gonzales February 26, 1947 – September 8, 2025
Arturo Gonzales, known by many names, (Arthur, Art, Big Art, Bubba, Dad, Tio and Papa), passed away peacefully on September 8, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on February 26, 1947, in Taos, New Mexico, he was the eldest of five siblings: Patricia,...
Elma Ortega
Sep 5, 2025
Elma Diane Ortega, a resident of Questa, NM passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by family on September 5, 2025 after a lengthy battle with Parkinsons.
Elma was born on May 14, 1943 to Jose Ruben Ortega and Maria Corina Rael Ortega. She attended the Questa Schools until her graduation in 1961. Her classmates remember her beautiful voice and her...
Daniel "Danny" Frey
Sep 1, 2025
Daniel “Danny” Frey, age 63, a resident of Angel Fire, NM, passed away on Monday, September 1, 2025, in Santa Fe, NM.
He is preceded in death by his father, Harlan Frey of Arlington, Texas. He is survived by his son Justin (Michaela), daughter Toni (Alexy), his mother Linda, sisters Pam and Annette (Glenn), brother Terry (Jerri), nieces Christina, Katy, and...
Andres Flores
Sep 1, 2025
Andres Flores, 31, a resident of Angel Fire NM, passed away unexpectedly on August 21, 2025. If you went to your favorite restaurant or bar, most likely Andres was your server, cook, or bartender. He enjoyed serving people, making friends, and preparing his favorite dishes or drinks for you. No matter how busy he was, he always had a smile...
Nefe Leroy Sanchez
Aug 30, 2025
It is with deep sadness and broken hearts that we announce the passing of our brother, Nefe Leroy Sanchez, of El Prado. Nefe was called home to his eternal resting place by our Lord and Savior at the age of 66 following a brief illness and a mere six (6) months after the passing of our mother.
Nefe was the youngest...
Rose Quintana
Aug 28, 2025
Rose Eleanor “Eleanor” Quintana, affectionately known as Aunt Eleanor, Nor-Nor, and Mamma Eleanor, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2025, in Taos, New Mexico. She was born on February 8, 1941, to Eloy Herbert Quintana and Annie Selph Quintana in El Prado, New Mexico. She is preceded in death by her children whom she loved with all her heart, Herbie...
Betty Martinez
Aug 28, 2025
Betty Martinez 92 years of age, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her husband Charles Roy Martinez; sons Paul V. Martinez and Charles “Chuck” Martinez, II; grandsons Matias and Nataniel Mondragon; parents Jesus & Feloniz Martinez; siblings Tillie Romero (Teodoro), Manuelita Chavez (George), Felix Martinez (Dorothy), Teofila Trujillo (Fasho), George...
