Obituaries

Local obituaries for DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos & Taos Memorial Gardens
Steven A. Sisneros
Mar 24, 2021
Mr. Steven A. Sisneros age 64, of Ranchos De Taos passed away peacefully and surrounded by his entire family on the evening of March 24, 2021. Jose and Maria Sisneros were blessed with his birth on September 16, 1956 in Embudo, New Mexico. Steven is preceded in death by his parents, his sister Beatrice “Guera” Sisneros Rodriguez, paternal grandparents...
John Charles Hummel
Mar 20, 2021
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our father, John Charles Hummel on March 20th, 2021. Many of you know that John has been fighting health issues for many years and this Saturday he passed in his sleep as his body could fight no more. John left behind his wife of 49 years, Ruth Anne...
David Romero
Mar 18, 2021
David Romero age 62, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away on March 18, 2021.
He was preceded in death by his parents Octaviano and Andreita Romero; siblings Enrique Romero, Vivian Romero and Christine Romero; brother-in-law William Aguirre and sister-in-law Betty Romero; and son-in-law Valentin Espinoza, Jr.
David served his...
Lisette Archuleta
Mar 18, 2021
Lisette Archuleta age 45, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on March 18, 2021.
She was preceded in death by her parents Rudy Archuleta and Martha Martinez; grandparents Antonio and Antonia Villalobos; and companion Joseph Ortega.
Lisette was a kind and funny woman, who always had a big smile on her face. She adored...
Joe Trujillo
Mar 15, 2021
Joe Trujillo, age 55, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away unexpectedly on March 15, 2021, Joe was born April 30, 1965, he was the seventh eldest of eleven children. Joe is survived by his parents Manuel “Pablito Red” and Flora Trujillo. His siblings are Shirley (Johnny) Gurule, Manuel(Teresa), Linda (Macario) del Rosario, Ted (Josie), Paul(Darlene), Dennis (Lorraine), Andy, Jerry (Franscella), Johnny (Laura), Alex (Sonya). He is loved and adored byhis partner of 10 years, Mellissa DeHerrera, and numerous nieces & nephews, cousins, and friends....
Eloisa C. Rael
Mar 15, 2021
Eloisa C. Rael age 84, a resident of Questa, NM, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2021.
She was preceded in death by her husband Vito Rael; parents Eloy and Manuelita Rael; parents-in-law Enriques and Adonaisa Rael; brother Epimenio Rael; son-in-law Greg Gomez; brothers and sisters-in-law Florence Rael, Ricardo Rael, Margaret Cummings, Euralia Torres and Donaciano Torres,...
Joanne Medina
Mar 12, 2021
Joanne Medina, 60, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on March 12, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, Alex and Sarah Medina. Joanne was a very glamorous woman who was always making sure she was dressed nice and appropriate. She was very sociable and loved spending time helping others in...
Derrick Santistevan
Mar 12, 2021
Derrick Santistevan age 56, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on March 12, 2021.
He was preceded in death by his father Toby Santistevan; grandparents Lee and Isabel Romero; and Ruben and Delia Santistevan.
Derrick is survived by his son Richard Espinoza (Alene); his mother Frances Santistevan; grandchildren Elijah,...
Daniel "Dannie" Harrison
Mar 11, 2021
Dannie Harrison age 72, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2021.
He was preceded in death by his father Willie Ray Harrison; infant brother Richard Harrison; parents-in-law Virgil and Ellen Terry.
Dannie proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy, in submarine service and worked for the Military Defense...
Bob Sonday
Mar 11, 2021
Bob Sonday, 67, a resident of Carson, passed away due to natural causes on March 11, 2021. Bob was a nationally known woodturner, cabinet, and furniture maker for most of his life. Some of his pieces have been shown in national museums and are in the hands of collectors of such work. When he and his wife Sarah moved to Taos, he worked...
Baby Killian Serbell
Mar 10, 2021
Precious little Baby Angel Killian Hendrix Serbell gained his Angel Wings and entered into paradise. The family of Baby Angel Killian Hendrix Serbell has entrusted the care of their precious Angel to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com
Jose "Brother Hawk" Fernandez
Mar 9, 2021
Jose “Brother Hawk” Fernandez age 70, a resident of Arroyo Seco passed away peacefully on March 9, 2021.
He was preceded in death by his parents Manuel and Sally Fernandez; sister Angelina Cart; nieces Madalena Cart and Kim Fernandez; cousins Manuel Padilla, Pat Padilla, and Anthony Padilla.
Jose is survived by his brother Manuel Fernandez,...
James Lobell
Mar 7, 2021
James Lobell, 69, a resident of El Rito, passed away on March 7, 2021. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available. The family of James Lobell has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com
Jose Mondragon
Mar 7, 2021
Jose L. Mondragon age 54, a resident of Cañon, passed away unexpectedly on March 7, 2021.
He was preceded in death by his parents Steve and Lydia Mondragon; sister-in-law April Mondragon.
Jose was born on March 30, 1966, he was the second eldest of six children. He loved spending time outdoors and enjoyed going for...
Carole Jean Becker
Mar 3, 2021
Carole Jean Becker, age 72, of Taos, passed away March 3, 2021, in her home. Carole Jean Becker was born in Fairmont, West Virginia in 1948. She was first of her family to attend college. She was an enthusiastic educator and a constant seeker of knowledge. In her twenties, she moved to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to run a successful clothing...
Sharon Furlow
Mar 3, 2021
Sharon Furlow, 74, a resident of Tres Piedras, passed away on March 3, 2021. A Celebration of her life will be held at later date. The family of Sharon Furlow has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com
John Dill McKenney
Mar 2, 2021
John Dill McKenney, 96, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2021. Per his request no services will be held. The family of John Dill McKenney has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos.
Alonzo "Rocky" Martinez
Mar 1, 2021
Alonzo “Rocky” Martinez, 62, a lifelong resident of Taos NM, passed away unexpectedly on March 1, 2021. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Eduardo and Terecina Gutierrez and Luis and Drucilla Martinez. He is survived by his parents, Alonzo Martinez Sr., and Rufina Gutierrez; brothers, David and Vernon Martinez; mother of his children, Cynthia J. Martinez; children,...
James C. Bull
Feb 26, 2021
On Friday, February 26, 2021, James C. Bull, Colorado Trial Lawyer, husband, father and grandfather transitioned to the Otherworld in his home in Arroyo Seco, New Mexico at the age of 77 years young. Jim was born in Denver, Colorado. He spent his early years with his parents and grandmother in Honolulu, Hawai’i where they had lived since immigrating...
Michael Anthony Trujillo
Feb 25, 2021
Michael Anthony Trujillo, age 58, a lifelong resident of Taos, NM entered the Gates of Paradise and into peace on February 25, 2021.
He was preceded in death by his father Bentura Sabino Trujillo; mother Rose M. Mondragon-Trujillo; grandparents (paternal) Abran and Piedad Trujillo; (maternal) grandmother Francisca Gonzales-Pacheco; father-in-law Jose Frank Hammer; godparents Joe and Carol Maldonado;...
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