Obituaries

Local obituaries for DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos & Taos Memorial Gardens
Joseph N. Martinez
Dec 6, 2021
Joseph N. Martinez formerly of Valdez, NM passed away peacefully recently. He graduated from Taos High School in 1981. He had great work ethic as a very hard worker and very smart.
Joseph was preceded in death by his father Nick Martinez, as well as his uncle Gene and aunt Patsy Martinez, who always asked for him....
Arturo E. Romero
Dec 4, 2021
Arturo Eleuto Romero, age 88, a resident of Llano Quemado, went home to the Lord peacefully on December 4, 2021 surrounded by his loving family.
Arturo was born August 25, 1933 to Jose E. and Clorinda V. Romero and grew up learning farm life but always yearned to do something else. Arturo enlisted February 9, 1954 and...
James Duran
Dec 3, 2021
James Jeremy Duran age 48, a resident of El Prado, passed away unexpectedly December 3, 2021.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents James & Consuelo Duran; Leroy & Mary Rael; and cousin Joshua Rael.
He is survived by his son Nathaniel Mares; parents James Joseph Duran, and Loretta Rael, plus many more relatives...
Bonnie Bonneau
Dec 2, 2021
December 15, 1946 - December 2, 2021. Bonnie was the first child born to Leo F. and Margaretta (Bettie) B. Bonneau and the first grandchild on both sides of the family. Most of Bonnie’s youth was in Nebraska and Kansas, finally settling in Grand Island, NE, for high school. However, she considered Bancroft, NE, home, where her paternal grandparents...
Antonio Joshua "Tone" Martinez
Dec 2, 2021
Antonio Joshua “Tone” Martinez, age 24, a resident of Ranchos De Taos, passed away unexpectedly on December 2, 2021. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Noberto Fernandez, maternal grandparents, Federico and Aurora “Weda” Martinez, great aunts and uncles, Delcie Maes, Ricardo Romero, Mike Romero, Eva Gonzales (Joe), and Francis Casanova (Ramon) and his son’s aunt, Tierra...
Delfina M. Serna
Nov 30, 2021
Delfina M. Serna age 98, a resident of Llano Largo, NM passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family November 30, 2021.
She was preceded in death by her husband Antonio Serna; children Theresa and LouAnn; parents Benigno and Doloritas Martinez; siblings Max (Andrellita), Bolivar, Ida and Alice Garcia (Louie).
Delfina is survived by her...
Cloro F. Garcia
Nov 26, 2021
Cloro F. Garcia, age 86 a resident of Des Montes, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on November 26, 2021. He was preceded in death by his wife Eloisa Garcia, parents, Frank and Raquel Garcia, and brother Herman Garcia. Cloro was employed by the U.S. Forest Service for over 25 years, after his retirement he stayed busy...
Roberta Campbell
Nov 25, 2021
Roberta Campbell, age 66, a resident of Questa NM, passed away unexpectedly on November 25, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, Dennis and Betty Taylor. Roberta loved to spend time outdoors; fishing, camping, and working on her gardening. She was a hands-on woman who liked to take care of things on her own. She worked at...
David Edward Martinez Jr.
Nov 24, 2021
David Edward Martinez, Jr. age 28, a resident of Ranchos de Taos and Questa, NM, went to meet with our heavenly Father where he will soar with angels.
He was preceded in death by his father David E. Martinez, Sr.; grandparents Eduardo Martinez and Bridgette Martinez; great-grandparents Fidel and Filomena Martinez; great-great grandfather Eduardo Martinez; uncles John...
Harlo Opal Burlin Greiner
Nov 21, 2021
Harlo Opal Burlin-Greiner born October 6, 1999 in Taos, NM passed away unexpectedly on Sunday November 21, 2021. Harlo was a gifted artist, musician and chef. She had a great sense of humor and lit up the room wherever she went. She is survived by many loving family, friends, and community members. Harlo will be missed dearly.
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George C. Trujillo
Nov 21, 2021
George C. Trujillo went peacefully to meet our heavenly Father on Sunday November 21, 2021.
He was preceded in death by his son Chris P. Trujillo; his parents Carlos J. and Amelia Trujillo; his sister Aurora Vigil; niece Carla Vigil Castle and nephew Jose Benito Vigil.
George owned and operated the Don Carlos Lounge for...
Charles Fleischner
Nov 20, 2021
Charles (Chuck) Fleischner passed away early on the 20th of November 2021 in Taos, NM. Chuck is survived by his two daughters; Maia (Bill Franz) and Samantha (Jonathan Winkle), his four grandchildren; Liberty, Justice, July and Forever and one great grandchild; Odin. Chuck was a charming, charismatic and dynamic man. His energy and storytelling will be profoundly missed by...
Dolores Pascuala Medina
Nov 18, 2021
Dolores Pascuala Medina age 87, a resident of Arroyo Hondo, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on November 18, 2021.
She was preceded in death by her parents Jose Meliton and Cruzita Medina; and great niece Jenna V. Trujillo. Dolores was a loving, caring, aunt who was devoted to her family and loved her family...
William Anthony Potter
Nov 15, 2021
William Potter, age 81 a resident of Carson, passed away unexpectedly on November 15, 2021. No public services will be held per his wishes. The family of William Anthony Potter has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
Jose Patricio Lopez
Nov 14, 2021
Jose Patricio Lopez age 86, a resident of Peñasco who lived in Questa, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2021.
He was preceded in death by his wife JoAnn Lopez; parents Juan Antonio and Maclovia Lopez; siblings Delfido Lopez, Ernestino Lopez, Liberato Lopez, Victor Lopez, Manuelita Sanchez, Louisa Lopez and Bertha Vigil.
Jose proudly served...
Lois West
Nov 13, 2021
Lois West, 74, passed away peacefully on 11/13/21. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence & Doris West and her cats, Miss Debbie and Mr. Mischief. She is survived by her brother, Roger West & his family, and by many friends across the nation. She loved her cats, gardening, flowers, nature & traveling. When she moved to...
Desiree Andrews
Nov 13, 2021
Desiree Andrews age 26, a resident of Santa Fe formerly of Taos, passed away peacefully November 13, 2021.
She was preceded in death by her grandfather Scott Andrews; close friends Jesse Long and Benjamin Cash.
Desiree was a loving and caring woman. She will be missed by all her family and friends she helped and...
Martin Chavez
Nov 7, 2021
Martin D. Chavez Jr. passed away on November 7, 2021, at his home in El Prado of pancreatic cancer.
He is preceded in death by his parents Martin Sr. and Josie Chavez, son Martin Daniel Chavez, Father and Mother-in-law Ellis and Helen Harlan and sibling Edna Zamora.
He is survived by his wife of 51...
Ruben Reynaldo Quintana
Nov 6, 2021
Ruben Reynaldo Quintana resident of Cañon passed away on November 6, 2021.
He was preceded in death by his parents Cristobal and Katarina Quintana, daughter Carmella Quintana, grandson Ryan Chapleau Quintana, father-in-law Patricio Vigil, siblings Mary (Amadeo) Maes, Margie (Bonifacio) Fernandez, Cristobal (Addie) Quintana, Orlando (Viola) Quintana, Herman (Evangeline) Quintana, Alex Quintana, Leo (Margaret) Quintana, brother-in-law Aniceto...
Judith Schiavone
Nov 5, 2021
Judith Schiavone, age 70, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2021. A full obituary is pending at this time and will be posted as soon as it becomes available. The family of Judith Schiavone has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
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