Obituaries

Local obituaries for DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos & Taos Memorial Gardens
Robyn Atkinson
Jun 20, 2022
Robyn Atkinson, age 73, a resident of Angel Fire passed away peacefully on June 20, 2022. Robyn is survived by her husband Beck Atkinson who resided in Angel Fire when the Music from Angel Fire Festival was created. Her love of music attracted her to the early concerts. She immersed herself, with Beck’s support, in Festival activities throughout her...
Ivy Valerio
Jun 16, 2022
Ivy Theresa Valerio was born on September 29, 1977, to Ivan & Carol Valerio. She was called home to Heaven on June 16, 2022.
Ivy is preceded in death by her daughter Kayla Valerio, Brother Ivan Valerio, Grandma Tina & Grandpa Sam, Grandpa Fred Gonzales & many aunts, uncles & cousins.
She is survived by...
Dennis Wilson
Jun 15, 2022
Dennis Wilson age 69, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away peacefully June 15, 2022.
He was preceded in death by his wife Judy Wilson; parents Wade & Rebecca Wilson; and siblings Judy, Charles and Gail.
Dennis is survived by his son J.D. Wilson and his wife Veronica; granddaughter Amalia Wilson; siblings Carolyn Montgomery...
Joan DeHart Blaz
Jun 14, 2022
Joan DeHart Blaz, age 78, a resident of Lama, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2022. She was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Mary DeHart, and brother Raymond DeHart.
Joan was known for being the “Avon Lady” of Taos. She sold Avon in Taos for many years. When Joan was not busy with her...
Puilam Carol Fong
Jun 13, 2022
Puilam Carol Fong was called home to be with God on June 13, 2022.
Her journey through life began in Hong Kong on March 4, 1971. Carol completed her basic education at Pui Ching Middle School as the beginning of her secondary education. Immigration to the United States was a key component to her journey and this...
Arthur Mares
Jun 12, 2022
Art Mares age 64, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on June 12, 2022. He is preceded in death by his father, Carlos Mares, grandparents, Mercedes and Clofes Barela, Belisandro and Carlota Mares. Art is survived by his mother Lorein Mares; siblings Mike Mares (Betty Jo) and Kathy Mares; children, Brian (Yanet), Eric (Danielle), Isaac (Rachel),...
Betty Hammer
Jun 11, 2022
Betty Hammer, age 77, a resident of Los Cordovas, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2022. Funeral Mass will be held on Friday July 8, 2022 at 10am at San Francisco De Asis Catholic Church with burial to follow at the Los Cordovas Cemetery. The family of Betty Hammer has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas...
Charles E. Martin, III
Jun 10, 2022
Taos lost a premier home builder and all-around great guy in Charles E. Martin, III, age 72, on June 10, 2022.
Charles was preceded in death by his parents Hilda and Charles Martin, II.
He is survived by his wife Bernice Sandoval; children Richard (Mandy) and John R. Martin; special step-daughters Alexis Osburn and Jennifer...
Matthew Hurst
Jun 10, 2022
Matthew James Hurst age 55, was taken by our Heavenly Father to his place of rest on June 10, 2022. He was born on July 4, 1966 to Benita and Glen Hurst.
He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings Karen Hurst, Patsy Hurst, Ben Hurst, Jimmy Hurst and Charles Hurst, Sr.; nieces and nephews Amy...
Bruce M. Lee
Jun 7, 2022
Bruce M. Lee, age 74, a resident of Taos passed away unexpectedly on June 6, 2022. A full obituary is pending at this time and will be posted as soon as it becomes available. The family of Bruce M. Lee has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
Stephen Grocki
Jun 7, 2022
Stephen Grocki, age 72, a resident of Taos passed away on June 7, 2022. No public services will be held. The family of Stephen Grocki has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com
Mark "Med" Anthony Martinez
Jun 7, 2022
Mark "Med" Anthony Martinez was born on May 6, 1963 and passed away on June 7, 2022.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents Adolpho and Frances Martinez, and Tranquillino and Juanita Vigil; parents Adolpho Jr. and Virginia Martinez; brothers Michael and Joseph; uncles Margarito and Benito Martinez, Tranquillino Vigil, Jr., Billy Velasquez and John Abeyta;...
Dominique "Dom" Knief
Jun 7, 2022
Dominique "Dom" Knief, age 19, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on June 7, 2022.
He was preceded in death by his mother Linda E. Romero; brother Marty Knief Jr; great-grandparents Lila and Hipolito Romero; and his mother’s sister Christella Romero.
Dominique is survived by his father Martin and stepmother Bridgette Sanchez; siblings Emily...
Patrick Reza
Jun 4, 2022
Patrick Reza went to be with Our Lord on June 4, 2022. Son of Henry and Mary Frances Reza, Patrick is survived by his wife of 41 years, Patricia, children Paloma Alicia (Jo), Robert (Angel), and Nathan. His three adorable granddaughters Erika Maria, Azariah Esperanza, and Amaya Corazon, were the joys of his life. He is also survived by his mother...
John Valade
Jun 4, 2022
John Valade age 77, a resident of El Prado, passed away June 4, 2022.
He was preceded in death by his mother Jeanette Potvin and brother Leo Valade.
John is survived by his wife Carol.
John was born July 3, 1944 in Saco, Maine. He grew up in Boston and Holbrook, Massachusetts. He...
Robert Ivy
May 28, 2022
Robert V. Ivy was born June 12, 1949, in Detroit, Michigan. He was drafted into the army (1967-1969) spending a year on duty in Vietnam which was a defining experience of his life. He is very close to his son and all of his stepchildren: Son; Mark Karaptian (Julia) who resides in CA., Stepchildren: Shannon O’Brien (Al), Patrick O’Brien (Lisa), Colin O’Brien...
Mike Baca
May 28, 2022
Mike “Mikey” Baca age 32, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on May 28, 2022.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents Leonides Baca and Becky Baca, and Leroy and Rosalie Chacon.
Mike is survived by his children Mikey and Leah Baca; his love Marianna Gurule; father Mike Baca, Sr. and his mother...
Angelina Angie Vigil
May 28, 2022
Angelina "Angie" Vigil, age 83 of Ranchos de Taos, went home to our heavenly Father on May 28th, 2022 while surrounded by her loved ones. She was preceded in death by her parents: Fidencio & Fermilia Sanchez, her son Andy G. Vigil, her husband Orlando Vigil, brothers: Adolfo, Joe, Michael, Joe Eddie, and Richard Sanchez; sisters: Adelaida Zamora, Enomia...
Alex Trujillo
May 27, 2022
Alex Trujillo, age 44, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away after a brief illness on May 27, 2022. Alex was born March 1, 1978, he was the youngest of eleven children. Alex is survived by his sons Alex Jr, Valentino, Alejandro, Johnny, daughter Brandy, his nephew and best friend Randall Gorman. Parents Manuel “Pablito Red” and Flora...
Damasio L. Fresquez III
May 26, 2022
Damasio Leroy Fresquez age 24 of Vadito, NM is at rest in God's peace. His light and love will always shine bright from Heaven above. He is dearly loved and greatly missed.
He was born in Taos, NM on August 22, 1996. Attended Penasco Elem, Middle and High School graduating in 2014. Growing up he loved to...
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