Peter Tredwin
Dec 7, 2023
Peter Tredwin, age 80, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2023. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available.
The family of Peter Tredwin has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
Daniel Marcos Montoya
Dec 7, 2023
Our beloved Daniel Marcos Montoya passed away unexpectedly on Thursday December 7, 2023. He was preceded in death by grandma Gloria Montoya, grandma Victoriana Montoya, grandpa Tomas Cook, grandma Eralia Cook, grandpa Elisio Montoya, and uncle Richard Ortega. He is survived by his mother Bobbi Jo Montoya, stepdad Hugo Acosta, siblings, Julia (Jeremy), Lydia and Hugo Jr., his niece Lillyan,...
Susan Stack
Dec 7, 2023
After many hard-fought battles, it is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Susan Cheryl Stack on 12/7/2023 at her home in Taos, NM. Susan was born on 8/23/1941 in Lorain, OH. Susan was an accomplished folk artist, who created, taught, and appreciated beauty and color wherever she went, and shared with whomever she met. Susan graduated...
Lorenzo Fresquez
Dec 3, 2023
Lorenzo Fresquez, age 70, a resident of Upper Ojitos, born and raised in Ranchos De Taos, passed away unexpectedly on December 3, 2023.
He will be remembered by his joyful spirit, willingness to lend a helping hand and his love for woodcarving. His love for animals is only surpassed by his love for his family and friends. He will...
Albert Ernesto Struck
Dec 1, 2023
Albert Ernesto Struck, 69 of Ranchos de Taos, passed away on December 1, 2023.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Dolores and Bernabe Struck; sister Martie Struck Miera; grandparents Meliton & Elena Trujillo and Meliton and Clorinda Struck; in-laws, Bernadino & Roselia Vigil; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Albert is survived by his...
Charles Calvin Miller
Dec 1, 2023
Charles Calvin Miller, age 87, a resident of Albuquerque and formerly of Tres Piedras, passed away peacefully on December 1, 2023. Graveside services will be on Thursday December 7, 2023 at 2:30pm at the Tres Piedras Cemetery. The family of Charles Calvin Miller has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
Ernest Jake Cardenas
Nov 29, 2023
Ernest Jake Cardenas, age 79, a resident of Questa, passed away unexpectedly on November 29, 2023. A full obituary and service arrangements are pending and will be posted as soon as they become available. The family of Ernest Jake Cardenas has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
Jose L. Silva
Nov 29, 2023
Jose Laureano Silva age 102 of El Prado, NM. Passed away on November 29, 2023. He was born and raised in San Cristobal, NM. He was a Businessman, Rancher, and World War II Veteran. After returning from the war, he worked in Mexico with the Department of Agriculture during the Hoof and Mouth pandemic. He returned home, and worked for...
Miguel "Tony Moly" Tafoya
Nov 26, 2023
Miguel “Tony Moly” Tafoya age 85, a resident of Talpa, passed away unexpectedly on November 26, 2023.
He was preceded in death by his wife Betty Tafoya; son Ronnie Tafoya; granddaughter Tawny Tafoya; parents Tomas Montoya and Carolina Cortez; adopted mother Guadalupita Tafoya; siblings Carla Graham and Dan Cortez.
Miguel worked in the mining industry for many years, including 2...
Bertha Ortega
Nov 21, 2023
Bertha Ortega age 66, a resident of Questa, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2023.
She was preceded in death by her parents Silviano & Fedelina Vigil; and brother Joe Vigil
Bertha is survived by her children Richard Ortega and Josie Ortega; grandchildren Jeramiah Ortega, Dominic Segura and Devina Segura; siblings Gilbert Snyder Vigil, Mary Archuleta, Rose Ortega (Armando), Charlene...
Arnold Martinez
Nov 21, 2023
Arnold Martinez 74, a resident of Arroyo Hondo, passed away unexpectedly on November 21, 2023.
He was preceded in death by his parents Manuel A. & Veroniz Martinez; companion Theresa Griego; brother Robert Martinez; and special uncle James Rarden (aunt Becky).
Arnold was an avid Denver Broncos fan and loved spending time in the outdoors. Before moving to Arroyo Hondo,...
William Wood
Nov 18, 2023
William Wood, age 66, a resident of El Salto, passed away unexpectedly on November18, 2023. A longtime Taos area resident known for his progressive politics, quiet decency and wearing shorts no matter how low the temperature, died last month at his home in Arroyo Seco. He was 66. The cause was complications caused by Covid. Born May 7, 1957, William...
Chat Campbell
Nov 18, 2023
Chat Campbell was born in Natick, Massachusetts. He passed November 17th, 2023, peacefully in his home in Arroyo Seco, New Mexico after a hard-fought battle with cancer. Chat was surrounded by his loved ones.
Chat was an entrepreneur at heart as the owner/operator of Campbell Excavation Company in Taos, New Mexico, and other businesses. Chat came to Red River, New...
Zakaria Sinno
Nov 15, 2023
Zakaria Sinno, age 90, a resident of Ranchos De Taos, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on November 15, 2023. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available. The family of Zakaria Sinno has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com
Jaydan James Flores Winters
Nov 13, 2023
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our son Jaydan. He was born on January 25, 2004 and passed away November 13, 2023.
He is preceded in death by his great-grandmother Julia Sandoval; and grandparents Rudy and DeeDee Vigil.
Jaydan is survived by his father Ralph Flores; Robbie and Joylene Vigil who raised him for the...
Maria Flora Pineda
Nov 10, 2023
**In Loving Memory of Flora Pineda**
Flora Pineda of Arroyo Seco passed away on November 10, 2023, at the age of 87. Preceded in death by her parents Manuel D. Pineda and Lucarita Pacheco Pineda, and siblings Orlando Pineda (Floyda), Jake Pineda (Ernestina), Natividad Pineda, Nicanora Pineda, and Sophia Pineda Muller. Flora was joined in eternal rest by her soulmate, Orlando...
Thomas Paul Ortega
Nov 7, 2023
Thomas P. Ortega age 46 of Albuquerque, formerly of Taos, passed away surrounded by his family on November 7, 2023.
He is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Elizardo Ortega, Sr. and Beatrice Duran; maternal grandparents Paul and Beatrice Mares; along with many other loving relatives.
Thomas is survived by his children Miranda Cardenas (Gabriel) and Ariana Ortega...
Brigitte Lotze
Nov 3, 2023
Brigitte Lotze, age 79, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family in Albuquerque on November 3, 2023. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available. The family of Brigitte Lotze has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com
Herman G. Torres
Oct 31, 2023
Herman G. Torres, age 75, a resident of Arroyo Seco, passed away unexpectedly on October 31, 2023.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Ezequiel Torres and Sofia Pineda Muller, stepmother, Felicia Torres, and sister Nancy Trujillo.
Herman proudly served his country for over 20+ years in the U.S. Army in which he retired at the rank of Major...
Dominic Martinez
Oct 27, 2023
Dominic Martinez, better known as “WeeWee”, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 27, 2023. Dominic was born in Santa Fe, NM on September 20, 1983. Dominic will be so greatly missed by his many friends and family in Taos and Santa Fe.
Dominic was preceded in death by his brother Robbie and grandparents, Grace and Eliverio Chavez, Grandmother Mary Martinez...
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