Obituary Listing

Michael Jon (Mikey, Wags, Red) Wagener

Oct 15, 2021

Michael Jon Wagener (Mikey, Wags, Red) died at his home on October 15th, 2021. Michael packed a lot into his 41 years.  As described by his loved ones, he had a larger-than-life personality.  He was authentic, kind, talented, charismatic, spontaneous, colorful, humorous, selfless, and a successful entrepreneur. He made the most of life and was a pro level skier...

Vanessa Romero

Oct 14, 2021

Vanessa Romero age 42, a resident of Questa, died peacefully in her home on Oct. 14, 2021, surrounded by her loved ones. Vanessa was preceded in death by her father, Frank Romero, and survived by her husband, Joshua Archuleta, her son Frankie J. Archuleta, her daughter Amber Renee Archuleta, her mother Patsy Williams, sister Tara Romero, and brothers Francisco...

Gus Fernandez

Oct 13, 2021

Gus Fernandez, age 60, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gustavo S. and Teodora R. Fernandez, baby sister Marian Fernandez, paternal grandparents, Luis and Petra Fernandez, maternal grandparents, Juan V. and Solidea Romero, and God parents, Eloy and Irene Trujillo. Gus proudly served in the U....

Louella M. Martinez

Oct 12, 2021

Louella M. Martinez, age 69, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2021. She was preceded in death by granddaughter, Danielle Marie; parents, Manuel and Eutilia Torres, and brothers, Timoteo and Carlos Torres.  Louella was a wonderful, loving, and caring wife, mother, grandmother, and sister.  She will be missed by all her loved ones.  She enjoyed...

James Martinez

Oct 8, 2021

James Andrew Martinez (Chico) age 45, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away October 8, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his father Ernesto Martinez; brother-in-law Morris Martinez; fiancé Christina Olguin; grandparents Donaciano & Maria Gutierrez, Agnes Herrera, and Celestino Sanchez.

James was born in Leadville, CO and was raised in the Eagle...

Clarence J. Mascarenas

Oct 5, 2021

Clarence J. Mascareñas, a resident of El Valle, NM passed away peacefully on Tuesday evening, October 5, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 64 years Naomi; and his parents Elizardo and Filomena Mascareñas.

Clarence is survived by his children Bobbie Mascareñas, David Romero (Atira), Margie Romero and Cindy Jackson (Peter); granddaughters...

Lesley Curry

Oct 2, 2021

Lesley Curry, 71, a former Taos resident and Taos Canyon woodworker, died suddenly on Oct. 2, 2021.  He and his wife Helen were visiting Taos from their home in Arizona.  In addition to Helen, he is survived by his daughter Rhea Hill, his son Zane Curry, his grandson Luka Curry, his brother Arden, along with many dear friends from...

Beverly Archuleta

Oct 2, 2021

Beverly Archuleta age 55, a resident of Cerro, passed away unexpectedly October 2, 2021.

She was preceded in death by her parents Jose & Marcella Archuleta; brothers Albert and Anastacio Archuleta; nieces Jessica and Lisa Archuleta; maternal grandmother Maclovia Mondragon; and paternal grandparents Anastacio and Paublita Archuleta.

Beverly proudly served our country in the United...

Debbie Gaudio

Oct 2, 2021

Debbie Gaudio, age 62, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on October 2, 2021.  A Celebration of her life will be held at a later date.  The family of Debbie Gaudio has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019

Jason Christopher Healy

Oct 1, 2021

JASON HEALY (November 9, 1994-October 1, 2021)

The world unexpectedly lost an original.  Jason loved music (playing several instruments), writing, movies, and spending time with his family and friends.  Jason was a lifelong resident of Taos County, except for a short period when he attended Adams State University in Alamosa, Colorado, where he studied film.

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Simon Rivera

Sep 30, 2021

Simon Rivera Sr., age 65, a resident of Ranchos De Taos, passed away unexpectedly on September 30, 2021. He was preceded in death by his wife Linda Rivera.  Simon is survived by his son Simon Rivera Jr, plus many other loving relatives and friends.  A Celebration of his life will be held at later date.  The family of Simon Rivera Sr....

Orlando Salazar

Sep 29, 2021

Orlando Salazar age 85, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his sons George and Timothy Salazar; parents Flavio & Reyesitas Salazar; in-laws George and Manuelita Chavez and brother Agustine Salazar.

Orlando proudly served in the United States Marines, later he worked for many...

Joseph Martinez

Sep 28, 2021

Joseph Martinez, Jr. age 41, a resident of Questa, passed away unexpectedly on September 28, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his grandmother Juanita Martinez; grandfather Frank Ortega; aunt Sophia Cisneros; uncle Tony Santistevan; and brother-in-law Edward Baca.

Joseph was a loving husband, father, son and brother.  He was a hard worker who devoted...

Angie "Nanny" Gonzales

Sep 25, 2021

Angie “Nanny” Gonzales began her journey to her eternal home on September 25, 2021, unexpectedly yet peacefully surrounded by her family.  She is preceded in death by her parents, Jose M. and Eliza Salazar, brothers, Eloy Quintana (Evelyn), Samuel Quintana (Emma); grandson, Brandon Gutierrez; nephews, Jackie Quintana, Norberto E. Vigil, David R. Chavez, and great great nephew Marcelo Enriquez,...

Kory Wright

Sep 25, 2021

Kory Wright age 63, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully September 25, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his father Ted Engstrum and stepfather Glen Wright.

Kory was a crew chief for many years for Eski’s Hot Air Ballooning, which he loved doing.  He loved Taos and the beautiful outdoors.  He will be...

Roy Gomez

Sep 24, 2021

Roy Gomez age 76, a resident of Cerro, passed away peacefully September 24, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his parents Fred & Elvira Gomez; siblings Pearl Vigil, Martha Mascarenas, Fred Gomez, Jr., Joe Gomez, Louis Gomez, Johnny Gomez, Sam Gomez, and many nieces and nephews.

Roy was a hard-working farmer and rancher. Family...

Paul Anthony Maestas, Sr.

Sep 24, 2021

Paul Anthony Maestas, Sr. age 53, a resident of El Prado, passed away unexpectedly September 24, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his son Anthony Maestas; maternal grandparents Onofre and Salome Palajo; paternal grandparents Patricio and Genoveva Maestas; uncles Francis Maestas and Frank Palajo; aunt Loyola Parraz.

Paul proudly served his country in the United States...

Jessica M. Padilla

Sep 24, 2021

Jessica Padilla age 38, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly September 24, 2021.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents Refugio Padilla & Efren Padilla; uncle Eloy Trujillo; cousin Christina Maestas; grandparents, Esther Ortega and Luis Camacho; uncles Louie, Carl and Raymond Camacho; aunt Jackie Camacho.

Jessica is survived by her children Lluvia Cortez,...

Aurelio Mike Salazar

Sep 20, 2021

Aurelio Mike Salazar, age 78, a resident of Taos, formerly of Las Vegas NM, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2021. He was preceded in death by his wife, Audrey Jean Salazar; parents, Aurelio and Marcella Salazar; ½ brother and sister, Joe and Helen Salazar; sister Irene Cruz, brother, Robert Salazar; and in-laws, Ted and Alice Martinez. Aurelio proudly...

Nancy L. Salazar

Sep 18, 2021

Nancy L. Salazar, age 74, of the Pueblo of Picuris, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2021, surrounded by loving family at her home in the Pueblo of Picuris, NM.

She was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Nothing brought Nancy greater joy than the time she spent with her family and friends. She was a...