Nicole Valerio
Mar 8, 2022
Nicole Valerio age 33, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly March 8, 2022.
She was preceded in death by her mother Roberta Valerio; grandparents Francis & Beatrice Valerio; and aunt Renetta Valerio.
She was an amazing and caring mother, who adored her daughter dearly.
Nicole is survived by her daughter Sammie Gomez;...
David Lee Martinez
Mar 7, 2022
David Lee Martinez "Tops" age 61, a resident of Cordillera, passed away unexpectedly March 7, 2022.
He was preceded in death by his brother Roque Martinez; grandparents Teresina & Edwardo Gutierrez; and Luis & Drucilla Martinez; plus, many other family members.
David was a very outgoing man who lived life to its fullest. He was also...
Gail Viola
Mar 7, 2022
Gail Viola of Taos, NM, and formerly of Los Angeles, California, passed away on March 7, 2022.
She is survived by her sister Brenda Zwicker of Henderson, NV; also nephews Scott and Steven Johnson of Denver, CO, and niece Lorna Elder of Denver, CO.
Prior to moving to Taos 25 years ago, Gail had an...
Margie Sandoval
Mar 6, 2022
Margie Sandoval, age 66, a lifelong resident of Rio Lucio, NM went to be with our Lord on March 6, 2022 after a lengthy illness.
Margie was dedicated to anything she applied herself to in life. She was a hard worker, always working more than one job to provide for her three children. She always focused on...
Steven Huck
Mar 6, 2022
Steven James Huck, age 58, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on March 6, 2022. A full obituary is pending at this time and will be posted as soon as it becomes available. The family of Steven James Huck has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
Ole Arthur Johnson
Mar 4, 2022
Ole Arthur Johnson left our world on Friday March 4 suddenly, doing what he loved to do praying and worshiping our Yah, from a sudden brain stroke.
He was born January 13, 1954 in Valpariaso, Indiana to Genevieve and Orville Ralph Johnson. Moved to Houston, Texas shortly after graduating, then New Orleans, and the remainder of his...
Judi G. Friday
Mar 1, 2022
On Tuesday, March 1, 2022, Judith Anne Galles Friday earned her wings and joined other loved ones in heaven. Born on December 14, 1941, she was preceded in death by her adoring husband, Larry Martin Friday, her parents Herbert Lee Galles, Jr. and Fern Livingston Galles (Gigi and Papa), adoring grandparents Mary Virginia Blanton Livingston (Nana), and Herbert Louis...
Megan McClellan
Feb 26, 2022
Megan McClellan, age 88, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2022. A full obituary is pending at this time and will be posted as soon as it becomes available. The family of Megan McClellan has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
Juan O. Velasquez
Feb 25, 2022
Juan O. Velasquez (also known as Toby) entered eternal rest on February 25, 2022 at his home in Llano De La Yegua, NM.
He was preceded in death by his parents, 3-sisters Emily Fuller, Sadie Quintana, Adonelia Maestas and only brother Manuel Velasquez.
He was born on May 12, 1932 in El Valle, NM to...
Sarah Sadie Aguilar
Feb 22, 2022
Sarah Sadie Aguilar, age 75, a resident of Las Trampas passed away on Tuesday, February 22, 2022 surrounded by her loving family.
She was preceded in death by her husband Leroy Aguilar, parents Enrique and Sofia Lopez, brother Raymond Lopez, sister Roselia Vigil, and brother-in-law Ben Vigil who were like second parents to her and father-in-law Anselmo Aguilar....
William Jackson Jr
Feb 19, 2022
William Jackson, age 90 a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2022 at the Taos Living Center. He is preceded in death by his wife Diana Jackson and his parents. He his survived by numerous family members and close and cherished friends. He proudly served his country as a pilot in the US Navy and Air...
Germaine Bartlett Graff
Feb 18, 2022
Germaine Bartlett-Graff was born on June 18, 1984, in Las Vegas, New Mexico. She grew up in Guadalupita and Taos, where she spent time when not in school participating in ballet, camping, rafting, and skiing. She graduated from Taos High School in 2002 and then completed a Bachelor of Arts degree in religious studies and psychology at the University...
Phillip Hughes
Feb 16, 2022
Phillip Hughes, age 77, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on February 16, 2022. No public services will be held. The family of Phillip Hughes has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
Brittany Hernandez
Feb 16, 2022
Brittany Hernandez age 19, a resident of El Prado, passed away unexpectedly on February 16, 2022.
She is survived by her parents Manuel & Guadalupe Hernandez; siblings Armida Hernandez (Jacob Padilla), Kimberly Hernandez and Manuelito Hernandez; grandparents Manuel & Conception Hernandez and Juana Tovar; aunts and uncles Fina Hernandez, Rosario Hernandez, Octavio Hernandez (Terry), Enrique Hernandez (Lola),...
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...
