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...
Francisca P. Chavez
Sep 18, 2021
Francisca P. Chavez, 56 years, a resident of Ranchos de Taos passed away peacefully on September 18, 2021, surrounded by family, friends and in our hearts.
She was preceded in death by her granddaughter Justice Esperanza Cantu; parents Loretta DeHerrera and John P. Mares, Manuelita and George Chavez; paternal grandparents Beatrice and Paul Mares; her beloved Blas...
Susan Henderson
Sep 15, 2021
Susan Henderson, age 47 a resident of El Prado, passed away unexpectedly on September 15, 2021. A Celebration of her life will be held at a later date. The family of Susan Henderson has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com
Adam David
Sep 12, 2021
Adam David, age 78, a resident of Ranchitos, entered into paradise on September 12, 2021. A Celebration of his life will be held at a later date. The family of Adam David has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
Danny McNair
Sep 11, 2021
Danny McNair, age 71, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on September 11,2021. A Celebration of his life will be held at a later date. The family of Danny McNair has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
Uvaldo Lopez Jr.
Sep 7, 2021
Our precious Uvaldo Valentin Lopez Jr. also known as “Juny” to the family and “UV” to friends was born in Taos, NM on February 25, 1975 to Uvaldo Sr. (Frenchy) and Elsie Lopez. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Jose Nick Sr. and Mercy Struck, paternal grandparents Marcos and Esther Lopez, and aunt, Christine Struck Gonzales. He...
Michael Walters
Sep 5, 2021
Michael (Mike) Charles Walters, 63, died Sunday, September 5, 2021, in Taos, NM. Mike was born on December 19, 1957, in Shreveport, LA.
Mike was a free-spirited man who loved the outdoors, fishing, golfing and above all else, football. If given a choice to stay at a five-star hotel, or sleep under the stars, the latter would...
