Charles Cantrell
Nov 28, 2022
Charles Cantrell age 72, a resident of Angel Fire passed away on November 28, 2022. No public services will be held. In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to the Taos Stray Hearts. The family of Charles Cantrell has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
Darrin Kasper
Nov 27, 2022
Darrin Gene Kasper passed away on Thanksgiving, after a loving day with family and friends, at his home under the shelter of the mountains he loved. He was 56. Darrin is survived by his beloved son Connor Kasper, a student at Northern Arizona University, and his former partner, Sharon Leach.
He is predeceased by his father Jack Kasper and his...
Rene Robles
Nov 22, 2022
Our much beloved, René Robles Cosio, aka Rene Cosio Robles, passed away unexpectedly on November 22, 2022, at his home on Turtle Ranch in Taos, New Mexico. He was 51 years young. René was born June 28, 1971, in Los Angeles, California. On this sunny afternoon he made his earthly debut accompanied by his identical twin Adrian. They were born...
Frank Edmundo Coca Gusdorf
Nov 22, 2022
Frank Edmundo Coca Gusdorf , 86, a lifelong resident of Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico passed away surrounded by his family on Veteran's day November 11, 2022 a fitting day for a man of proud service to the Navy.
He is preceded in death by his parents Francisco and Maria Gusdorf, his siblings Eduardo "Lalo" (Luisa) Duran, Luis (Emma) Duran...
Joseph Aguilar
Nov 21, 2022
On November 9, 2022 Joseph Michael Aguilar, III a resident of El Segundo, CA, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family and six of his lifelong loving friends.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Joseph Michael Aguilar & Elba P. Coca Romero Aguilar; maternal great-grandparents Hipolito M. and Lila C. Romero, of Llano Quemado, Ranchos de Taos;...
Derek Ian Fenwick
Nov 18, 2022
Derek I. Fenwick of Taos, NM passed away suddenly at his home. He is survived by his mother Phyllis (Bridgewater) Bagdonas, his stepfather Rick Bagdonas and his biological father Dean Fenwick and his wife Cathy, his daughter, a brother Edward Fenwick, many aunts/uncles, cousins and friends.
Derek enjoyed the outdoors and hiking. He was a craftsman by trade and at...
Maria Lugarda Sandoval
Nov 17, 2022
Maria Lugarda Sandoval age 90, a resident of Rio Lucio, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family, on November 17, 2022.
She was preceded in death by her husband Teodoro Sandoval; son Rocky Sandoval; 3 infant children, Tony, Ramoncita and Debbie Sandoval; parents Jose de Gracia and Maria Casados; brothers Jose, Nelson and Casimiro Casados; sisters Ercilia...
David E. Leon
Nov 17, 2022
David “Tiger” Leon age 63, a resident of Cerro, passed away peacefully November 17, 2022.
He was preceded in death by his mother Rebecca Leon; two infant brothers; and mother-in-law Juanita Martinez.
David proudly served his country in the United States Army, later he retired from the National Guard. He also worked as a security guard for many years at...
Michael Santistevan
Nov 10, 2022
Michael C. Santistevan was born in Taos NM, he lived in Taos and Santa Fe NM. He was called to be with our Lord suddenly on November 10, 2022 and will be greatly missed by many.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents Alphonso and Marcelina Santistevan, and older brother David W. Santistevan.
Michael is survived by his daughters (they...
Cynthia Ortega
Nov 8, 2022
Cynthia Ortega age 58, of Questa, NM was called home unexpectedly on October 28, 2022, along with her loving mother Albina (Sweetie) Gallegos.
She was well known in her community as well as in Taos and surrounding areas. She was known for her kindness and welcoming, sweet words. She had a heart of gold and would always give the...
Albina C. Gallegos
Nov 8, 2022
Albina C. Gallegos (Sweetie), 86, of Questa, New Mexico, has continued on her journey to heaven to be with the Lord on October 28th, 2022 alongside her loving daughter, Cynthia Ortega.
Albina was loved by many and always gave a helping hand to anyone in need. Many may know Albina from her many years working at the schools in...
Lorrel Marcella Hickman-Simpson
Nov 6, 2022
Precious baby Lorrel Marcella Hickman Simpson entered this world and gained her Angel Wings on November 6, 2022. She is preceded in death by her grandmother Kelli Hickman and uncles Brian and Jake Hickman. Lorrel is survived by her parents, Keegan Simpson and Frankie Hickman, grandparents, Ande Moore-Guinn, Roman Simpson, and Brian Hickman, aunts and uncles, Kamren Moore, York Simpson,...
Eloy Jeantete
Nov 6, 2022
Eloy Antonio Jeantete, lovingly known as Dad, Grandpa, Tio and Primo by his family and Eloy, Mr. Jeantete and Mayor by so many residents in the Taos area, passed peacefully in his home in Taos, New Mexico, Sunday, November 6, 2022. Eloy was deeply devoted to his wife, Mary, who preceded him in death and so passionately proud of his...
Lester Silva Jr
Nov 6, 2022
Lester Silva, Jr., age 32, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly November 6, 2022.
He was preceded in death by his mother Lorraine J. Silva; Nino Tomas Chavez, Nina Linda Chavez; grandmother Mercedes Chavez; and grandparents Alberto & Mercedes Silva, and Rose Sautelet.
Lester loved spending time outdoors, loved to cook and would do anything for his family and...
Virginia Vigil
Nov 4, 2022
Virginia Vigil a resident of Taos, went to be with the Lord on November 4, 2022.
A loving companion, sister, aunt and friend, Virginia was preceded in death by her mother Trinnidad O. Mondragon; siblings Coreen, Ernest, and Frank (Kiko) Mondragon; and niece Jaclynn Padilla.
Virginia was a friendly woman, she enjoyed fishing and being in the outdoors,...
Andres Vigil
Oct 31, 2022
Andres David Vigil, 32, of El Prado unexpectedly but peacefully passed away on Monday October 31, 2022 due to a short illness. Andres was born on August 15, 1990 in Taos, NM.
Andres was a loving Husband, Father, Son and Brother. Andres loved spending time with his wife and kids, as they lived a very private life. He enjoyed taking...
Robert "Bob" Rogers
Oct 31, 2022
Robert “Bob” Rogers, age 63, passed away peacefully in his home on October 31, 2022, after a brief illness. He was born in Champaign, IL on February 27, 1959 to John Robert Rogers and Del Marie Bruner Rogers. He graduated from Plano Senior High School in Plano, Texas and then attended Austin College in Sherman, Texas, where he earned a...
Joyce Vigil
Oct 29, 2022
Joyce Vigil, loving wife of Henry Vigil, passed away peacefully surround by her family on Saturday October 29, 2022.
She was preceded in death by her sons Jeremy and Matthew Vigil; parents Leonardo “Lalo” and Bertha Romero; sister Edna Romero, brother Michael Romero; parents-in-law Juan and Teodora Vigil; brothers-in-law Roy and Teofileo Vigil; and godson Paul Vigil.
Joyce is survived...
Cipriano "Cippy" Macias
Oct 27, 2022
Cipriano Cippy Macias, age 58, a resident of Ranchos De Taos, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents, Felix and Claudina Macias, sister, Mary Ellen Macias, uncle, Sevedeo Sanchez, aunts, Ernestina Hammer (George), Grace Chavez and Delfina Sandoval, grandparents, Esquipula and Amandita Sanchez, mother-in-law, Angela Mascarenas and brother in-law Ruben Mascarenas. Cippy...
Muhammad Hassan Bilal
Oct 25, 2022
Muhammad Hassan Bilal (FKA Willie Williams), 72, of Taos, NM was born on September 27, 1950, and returned to Allah on October 25, 2022. Hassan was born in West Point, GA and grew up in Chicago, IL. He later attended Clark College in Atlanta, GA to get his degree in education and play football. While attending Clark, he met Joan...
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