Obituary Listing

Adelmo Rueben Medina

Feb 16, 2022

Adelmo Rueben Medina, 32, went to be with his Lord and Savior, February 16th, 2022. Adelmo was born on December 28th, 1989, in Taos, New Mexico and graduated from Taos High School in 2008. He enjoyed many hobbies including music, chess, traveling, skiing, and cooking. In High School he performed with the Mariachi El Tigre, playing several instruments. Adelmo...

Jimmy Arellano

Feb 13, 2022

Jimmy Arellano age 50, a resident of Albuquerque and formerly of Amalia, passed away unexpectedly February 13, 2022.

He was preceded in death by his father Rosendo Arellano; sister Berlinda Arellano Roberts; grandparents Miguel and Eufemia Arellano, and Epimenio and Benina Archuleta; aunts and uncles Anthony Archuleta, Joe Archuleta, Johnny Archuleta, Epi Archuleta, Jr., Elmer Arellano, Everto...

Gilbert "Gile" Esquibel, Sr.

Feb 12, 2022

Gilbert “Gile” Esquibel Sr. age 80, a resident of Peñasco, passed away peacefully February 12, 2022.

He was preceded in death by his son Danny Esquibel; parents Margarito & Herelia Esquibel; brothers Andres and Jose Adonelio Esquibel.

Gilbert enjoyed spending time outdoors, his favorite hobby was fishing.

Gilbert is survived by his loving...

Renetta Pam Valerio

Feb 12, 2022

Renetta “Pam” Valerio age 60, a resident of Albuquerque and formerly of Taos, passed away peacefully February 12, 2022.

She was preceded in death by her parents Francis “Frank” Valerio and Beatrice Valerio; and sister Roberta Valerio.

Pam was a loving, caring, person, who loved her family dearly. Her loss will forever change our lives. ...

Ramon Daniel Garcia

Feb 9, 2022

Ramon Daniel Garcia, 67, of Tucson, AZ, unexpectedly passed away on 1/25/22 surrounded by loved ones Ramon (Danny) was born on 2/22/54 in Santa Fe, NM. Danny graduated from Santa Fe High School in 1973. In high school, he participated in multiple cross-country events. Danny served in the Marine Corp 11 years. Retired from the Federal Bureau of Prisons...

Florida Montoya

Feb 8, 2022

Florida Montoya was born on November 5, 1941 and passed away peacefully on February 8, 2022, surrounded by her loving family.

She was preceded in death by her parents Alfonso & Sinforesa Tafoya; siblings Arcelia, Trine, Loretta and Palamon; granddaughter Celeste Montoya; son-in-law Edward Hartt; and brothers-in-law Pat Martinez and Ted Casias.

Florida is survived by...

Modesto Cisneros

Feb 7, 2022

Modesto Cisneros, age 92, a resident of Questa passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his devoted family on February 7, 2022.   He was preceded in death by his loving wife Rosita and son James; parents Francisco and Corina Cisneros; brothers Frank, Fabian (Pressy) and Jose Cisneros, and sister Josie (Gilbert) Gonzales; nephews Earl Gonzales and daughter Clarrisa, and...

Vicky R. Martinez

Feb 7, 2022

Vicky R. Martinez age 62, a resident of Albuquerque and formerly of Taos, passed away peacefully, February 7, 2022.

She was preceded in death by her father Ted Anaya; and brothers Richard and Leonard Anaya.

Vicky is survived by her husband Robert Martinez; children Matthew Martinez (Melissa), Jeanine Brown, Nadine Martinez, and Stephanie Martinez; grandchildren...

Ruben M. Rubito Martinez

Feb 5, 2022

Ruben M. “Rubito” Martinez age 74, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on February 5, 2022.

He was preceded in death by his parents Ruben & Frutosa Martinez; grandson Arturo “Wedo” Suazo; and in-laws Jose L. & Bonnie Cortez.

Ruben is survived by his wife of 56 years Margaret...

Stephanie Ann Gilbert

Feb 3, 2022

Stephanie Ann Gilbert age 64, a resident of Questa, passed away unexpectedly February 3, 2022.

She was preceded in death by her parents Mr. and Mrs. Orville and Catherine Gilbert; sisters Melody Nicholson, Michelle Teter, Danielle Holloway, Bernadette Yates  and Annette Demel.

Stephanie was employed at Taos Herb Company for 17 years. She loved to spend time in...

Berlinda Arellano Roberts

Jan 31, 2022

Berlinda Arellano Roberts age 55, a resident of Albuquerque and formerly of Amalia, passed away unexpectedly January 31, 2022.

She was preceded in death by her father Rosendo Arellano; grandparents Miguel & Eufemia Arellano and Epimenio & Benina Archuleta; aunts and uncles Anthony Archuleta, Joe Archuleta, Johnny Archuleta, Epi Archuleta, Jr., Elmer Arellano, Everto Arellano, Eloy Arellano, Suzie...

Michael Romero

Jan 28, 2022

Michael “Mike” Romero was called to heaven on January 28, 2022. Michael was a veteran of the Vietnam War, he served our country with great pride. He loved the outdoors and fishing.

Michael was welcomed with love into heaven by his wife Francine Velarde-Romero; parents, Elias and Agapita Romero; siblings, Gilbert and Elias Romero Jr, Irene Martinez,...

Carmen Romero Velarde

Jan 28, 2022

Carmen Romero Velarde of Ranchos De Taos was born on July 1, 1928. The Lord welcomed her home into His Kingdom on January 28, 2022. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great-great grandmother, sister, and friend to many.

Carmen was known and recognized for her amazing adobe work that she and her sons...

Lorenzo Ortiz

Jan 27, 2022

Jose Antonio “Lorenzo Ortiz” was born and raised in Talpa, New Mexico. He spiritually left this earth to be with our Heavenly Father on Thursday January 27, 2022 at the age of 86.

He was preceded in death by his father Jose Rafael, mother Frances Ortiz, sister Claudia Rothstein, brother Alex Ortiz and granddaughter Baby Anaya. Lorenzo worked hard...

David Flores

Jan 26, 2022

David Flores age 55, a resident of Questa passed away unexpectedly January 26, 2022.

He was preceded in death by his parents David & Barbara Flores; brother Abel Flores; uncle Theodore Flores; grandmother Dora Montoya and grandfather Eloy Flores; grandson Raymond Abel Rael.

David is survived by his children Kristin Flores Morris (David), Kelly Saiz...

Johnny Medina

Jan 24, 2022

Johnny Medina, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and resident of Vadito, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 24, 2022 at the age of 79.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Juan Andres and Isabel Medina, and three brothers, Gilbert, Benito, and Orlando. He is survived by his cherished wife, Doris Medina of 58 years. He is proud father...

Terry Robert Wolff

Jan 20, 2022

Terry R. Wolff age 78, a resident of Carson, passed away unexpectedly January 20, 2022.

He was preceded in death by his parents Art and Evelyn Richart.

Terry was a very talented Artist, specializing in woodworking and sign making, with most of his woodwork displayed at various businesses around Taos.  He was a very loving...

Virgil Gomez

Jan 20, 2022

Virgil Wayne Gomez age 73 of Questa, NM passed away peacefully on January 20, 2022, at Loveless Heart Hospital in Albuquerque, NM surrounded by his son, daughter and son-in-law. Virgil is preceded in death by his father Virgilio Gomez, son Paul (Geno) Aguilar, sister Jenny Gomez, his beloved infant grandson Jonathan Montoya, nephew Gerald Gallegos, brothers-in-law David Maes, Senator Carlos...

William Paschall

Jan 15, 2022

William Paschall, age 71, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on January 15, 2021.   No public services will be held in Taos.  The family of William Paschall has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019.

Charles Flaig

Jan 13, 2022

FLAIG, Charles F. "Chuck" age 54 of Somerville, Ohio passed away Thursday, January 13, 2022, in Taos, New Mexico. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on April 21, 1967 the son of Harry J. and Bonnie (Hutzelman) Flaig Jr. Chuck was a veteran serving in the Marine Corp. Survivors include five brothers, Steve, Robert, George (Opal), Frank (Tina), and...