Obituaries

Local obituaries for DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos & Taos Memorial Gardens
David Flores
Jan 26, 2022
David Flores age 55, a resident of Questa passed away unexpectedly January 26, 2022.
He was preceded in death by his parents David & Barbara Flores; brother Abel Flores; uncle Theodore Flores; grandmother Dora Montoya and grandfather Eloy Flores; grandson Raymond Abel Rael.
David is survived by his children Kristin Flores Morris (David), Kelly Saiz...
Johnny Medina
Jan 24, 2022
Johnny Medina, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and resident of Vadito, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 24, 2022 at the age of 79. He was preceded in death by his parents, Juan Andres and Isabel Medina, and three brothers, Gilbert, Benito, and Orlando. He is survived by his cherished wife, Doris Medina of 58 years. He is proud father...
Terry Robert Wolff
Jan 20, 2022
Terry R. Wolff age 78, a resident of Carson, passed away unexpectedly January 20, 2022.
He was preceded in death by his parents Art and Evelyn Richart.
Terry was a very talented Artist, specializing in woodworking and sign making, with most of his woodwork displayed at various businesses around Taos. He was a very loving...
Virgil Gomez
Jan 20, 2022
Virgil Wayne Gomez age 73 of Questa, NM passed away peacefully on January 20, 2022, at Loveless Heart Hospital in Albuquerque, NM surrounded by his son, daughter and son-in-law. Virgil is preceded in death by his father Virgilio Gomez, son Paul (Geno) Aguilar, sister Jenny Gomez, his beloved infant grandson Jonathan Montoya, nephew Gerald Gallegos, brothers-in-law David Maes, Senator Carlos...
William Paschall
Jan 15, 2022
William Paschall, age 71, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on January 15, 2021. No public services will be held in Taos. The family of William Paschall has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019.
Charles Flaig
Jan 13, 2022
FLAIG, Charles F. "Chuck" age 54 of Somerville, Ohio passed away Thursday, January 13, 2022, in Taos, New Mexico. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on April 21, 1967 the son of Harry J. and Bonnie (Hutzelman) Flaig Jr. Chuck was a veteran serving in the Marine Corp. Survivors include five brothers, Steve, Robert, George (Opal), Frank (Tina), and...
Frank D. Davis
Jan 11, 2022
Franklin Dalton Davis, II was born in Amarillo, Texas and left peacefully on January 11, 2022 after suffering from pancreatic cancer.
Frank graduated from the University of North Texas in Denton, Texas with a Ph.D. in Psychology. He had a private practice, worked with inmates in prison, and retired as the 504 Coordinator from the Plano Independent...
Urban R. Romero Jr.
Jan 10, 2022
On Monday, January 10th, 2022, Urban R. Romero Jr; loving husband, father, grandfather, and proud Vietnam veteran passed away at the age of 80.
Urban was born on July 14th, 1941 in Talpa. He served his country with great pride (2 years in Vietnam for the US Army and 4 years with the US National Guard).
...Rudy A. Romero
Jan 10, 2022
Rudy Alex Romero, 57, of Vadito, current resident of Cloudcroft, New Mexico, passed away at his home on January 10, 2022. Rudy was a Tender and Doting Father and Grandfather, Kind and Loving Husband, Affectionate Son, Jokester Uncle, Caring and helpful Brother, Warm-hearted Nephew, Generous Appreciative and Devoted Friend.
Amberlee, heartbroken, called family members on Monday January...
Arthur E. Vargas
Jan 7, 2022
Arthur E. Vargas 77 years passed away unexpectedly on January 7, 2022. He was born to Robert and Martha Vargas on April 2, 1944 in San Francisco, Calif. He was also known as Arturo and Art to family and friends.
Arthur served his country in the United States Air Force from 1963-1967 and in the Army National...
Fernando A. Tafoya
Jan 5, 2022
Fernando Angelo Tafoya passed away on January 5, 2022 at home in Taos, New Mexico, he was 86 years old.
Angelo, as he was known, was a kind and loving man who enjoyed listening to jazz and watching game shows with his wife. He was much admired for his quiet strength by his family. He was a...
Richard Trujillo
Jan 4, 2022
Richard Lawrence Trujillo (59) a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on January 4, 2022. He is survived by his mother Ruby; son Diego (Miriam) and grandchildren; Nicholous and Shaolin. He was preceded in death by his father Elias, sister Pamela and mother of his son Louise Martinez. Born and raised in Taos, he had deep family roots, many...
Dr. Margaret Hansen
Jan 3, 2022
Dr. Margaret Hansen, age 74, a resident of Taos, passed away on January 3, 2022. A full obituary is pending at this time and will be posted as soon as it becomes available. The family of Margaret Hansen has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
David Boles
Jan 3, 2022
David Boles, aged 84, born May 2nd, 1937, passed away peacefully the evening of January 3rd, 2022. He had been a visitor with his family to Taos Canyon since the early 40’s, eventually becoming a permanent resident with his family in the 70’s. A lifelong attorney, David always had a deep love of Taos, its people, traditions, and beauty. He is survived...
Lawrence Lolo Martinez
Jan 1, 2022
Lawrence “Lolo” Martinez age 35, a resident of El Prado, passed way unexpectedly January 1, 2022.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Eleanor Visarriagas; Edwardo & Rafelita Visarriagas; uncle Juan Visarriagas; and great-grandmother Emma Duran.
Lawrence was a fun, loving, outgoing man, with many talents, especially art. He would always make friends...
Guillermo R. Maestas
Jan 1, 2022
Guillermo (Willie) Maestas, 91, of Talpa went home to our Lord peacefully on the evening of January 1, 2022.
Guillermo was born in Talpa, New Mexico on 6 July 1930. He proudly served in the Army attaining the rank of Private First Class during the Korean War. After the war he returned to Talpa for 14 years...
Joseph Kern
Dec 31, 2021
Joseph Taylor Kern passed away on December 31, 2021, in Taos, New Mexico. He was born July 12, 1965, to the late Joseph Chester Kern, III and Helen Bickerstaff Kern Jones. Joe is survived by his mother, Helen Bickerstaff Kern Jones (Earl Jones), sister, Susan, and her husband Stuart. He was a very proud Uncle Joe to Susan and...
Martin F. Baca
Dec 31, 2021
Martin F. Baca a resident of Taos, NM passed unexpectedly and was taken to our Lord on December 31st, 2021. He was preceded in death by his son Edward Baca; parents Viola and Fidencio Baca; infant sister Christina; brothers Alex and Luis Baca. He is also preceded in death by in-laws Felonis and Max Mondragon; brothers-in-law Danny, Bonnie and...
Clorinda Georgina Mondragon
Dec 30, 2021
Clorinda Georgina Mondragon, age 62, a resident of Llano Quemado, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2021. She was preceded in death by her husband, Pacomio Mondragon Sr, father, George Romero, and infant son, Jose Maria Mondragon. Clorinda was a fun-loving woman who loved to help others in need, she was very outgoings and loved telling jokes. She enjoyed...
Meredith Jane Fernandes
Dec 29, 2021
Meredith Jane Fernandes, a resident of Taos, NM, died on December 29, 2021 after succumbing to a long illness. She was born in Weymouth, Massachusetts on Thursday, June 8, 1978. She is survived by her son Aspen Dow, her friend Clay Dow, her parents Richard and Anne Fernandes of Rochester, MA, her sister Kathryn Fernandes, her brother Peter Fernandes, her...
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