Paul H. Martinez
Aug 12, 2020
Paul H. Martinez age 73, a resident of Valdez, passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness on August 12, 2020.
He was preceded in death by his grandson Nikolas Martinez; parents Juan Francisco and Angelina Martinez; and niece Sarah Michelle Gonzales.
Paul proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. At the very young age...
Phillip Herson Chacon
Aug 10, 2020
Phillip passed away on August 10, 2020 at the age of 67. Phillip was born to Joe and Eliria Chacon in Rodarte, NM on June 13, 1953. He was raised in Penasco, New Mexico where he graduated high school. After high school Phillip entered the Marines and served in the Vietnam War. On June 14, 1974 Phillip married Viola...
Paul Lucero
Aug 10, 2020
Paul Lucero age 61, a resident of Des Montes passed away unexpectedly after a brief illness on August 10, 2020.
He was preceded in death by his father Luis Lucero; grandparents Alejandro and Maclovia Valdez, Sam and Clorinda Lucero, and Onofre and Maria Inez Baros; and uncle Steven Jeantette.
Paul loved being a rancher, riding...
Miguel Garcia
Aug 9, 2020
Miguel E. Garcia age 93, a resident of Costilla, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2020.
He was preceded in death by his wife Maria Garcia; grandson Paul Garcia; parents Modesto and Delmiria Garcia; grandparents Vivianita & Amado Garcia; brothers George and Lico Garcia; and sister Mary Ann Roybal.
Miguel...
Nirvana Romero - Faccio
Aug 9, 2020
Nirvana Romero-Faccio, 47, a resident of Tres Piedras, passed away unexpectedly on August 2, 2020. She was preceded in death by her husband Nathan Faccio and her mother Fernanda Melloy. Nirvana is survived by her children, Brent Hudson (Megan), Denise Sisneros (Jose Counts), and Angél Sisneros; grandchildren, Sebastian, Bentley, Baily, Brynley Hudson, and Caroline Counts; father, Ricardo Romero (Tepherith...
Nathan Faccio
Aug 9, 2020
Nathan Faccio, 46, a resident of Tres Piedras, passed away unexpectedly on August 2, 2020. He was preceded in death by his wife, Nirvana Sisneros and parents, Jeff and Marjorie Faccio. Nathan is survived by his step children, Brent Hudson, Denise Sisneros, and Angel Sisneros; sibling, Jeffery Faccio and step brother, Tommy Dewhurst; aunts, Carolyn Potts (Greg), Debbie Batdorf...
Robert "Bob" Kramer Heidrich
Aug 8, 2020
Robert "Bob" Kramer Heidrich, 92, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on August 8, 2020. A full obituary and service announcements will be posted as soon as they become available. The family of Robert "Bob" Kramer Heidrich has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019...
Blas Chavez Jr.
Aug 7, 2020
Blas Chavez Jr., age 89, a resident of Los Cordovas passed away peacefully on August 7, 2020.
He was preceded in death by his wife Ruby Chavez; and parents Blas and Fedelina Chavez.
Blas retired from the Town of Taos after working for 25 years. He truly enjoyed his younger years and had very fond...
Chris Hummel
Aug 5, 2020
Chris Hummel, 70, a resident of Sunshine Valley passed away on August 5, 2020. No public services will be held. The family of Chris Hummel has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com
Gilbert M "White Oaks" Lujan
Aug 4, 2020
Gilbert M. Lujan "White Oaks" age 54, a resident of Taos Pueblo passed away peacefully on August 4, 2020.
He was preceded in death by his parents Andy and Julia Lujan.
Gilbert is survived by his children Irie Mae Lujan, Gilbert L. Lujan, Andreana Sharpback-Lujan, Isiakiel Sharpback-Lujan, and Haley Lujan; siblings Laura Lujan, Wally Lujan,...
Gilbert Benjamin Sandoval
Aug 4, 2020
Gilbert Benjamin Sandoval age 83, a resident of Colorado Springs, Colorado, passed away on July 22, 2020.
He was preceded in death by his parents Henry N. and Julia Martinez Sandoval; brother Richard Sandoval, sister Florence Stahl and son Thomas L. Sandoval.
Gilbert is survived by his wife Marcella Sandoval of Colorado Springs, CO; son...
Sherman Elias Cortez
Jul 31, 2020
Sherman Elias Cortez age 39, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2020.
He was preceded in death by his father Michael Blaine; and nephew Julian Clarke.
Sherman is survived by his children Elias Cortez and Athena Cortez; his mother Mary Siow; siblings Mary Wright and Renee Wright; nieces and nephews Kelli...
Mario Molina Jr
Jul 29, 2020
Mario Molina Jr., age 19 a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on July 21, 2020.
He was preceded in death by his grandmother Rufina Carrillo; grandfather Fidencio Quintana; and cousin Flor Molina Saucedo.
Mario is survived by his parents Mario Molina and Becky Quintana; siblings Esperanza Quintana (Eric Miera), Luis Molina, Jesus Quintana (Alondra),...
Maria Erminia Garcia
Jul 24, 2020
Maria Erminia Garcia, 87, a resident of Costilla passed away peacefully after a brief illness on July 24, 2020. She was preceded in death by her parents, Emiltelio and Ramoncita Salazar; grandson, Paul Garcia; and siblings, Cipriano Salazar, Jesusita Martinez, Clara Arellano, and Antonia Rivera. Maria loved her entire family. She was the heart and soul that kept everyone...
Gabino Alvin Martinez
Jul 20, 2020
Gabino “Gabby” Martinez 75 year of age, a resident of Arroyo Seco, New Mexico has gone to be with the Lord after a long battle with health issues.
He was preceded in death by his parents Escolastico and Alicia Martinez; brother Andrew Martinez; sisters Cecilia Maestas and Margarita Johnson; brothers-in-law Mike Apodaca, Carlos Romo; and niece Kathy...
Coral Dawn Bernal
Jul 18, 2020
Coral Dawn Bernal - Red Coral Flower, age 33, a resident of Taos Pueblo, passed away unexpectedly on July 18, 2020.
She was preceded in death by her grandfather Paul J. Bernal; grandmother Emily Bernal; great-grandfather Joseph Ignacio Bernal; great-grandmother Marina Bernal; and grandfather Harry Stewart.
Coral was an exceptional writer, poet, and artist. She...
Sheehan Rene Fugman
Jul 17, 2020
Sheehan René Fugman, 26, a resident of Taos passed away unexpectedly on July 17, 2020.
He was preceded in death by his father, Benjamin Dexter Watson and grandfather Frank Stanley Fugman.
Sheehan was a wonderful loving person that loved to spend time in the outdoors. He was an animal lover and enjoyed doing photography in...
James A. Mitchell
Jul 15, 2020
James A. Mitchell (August 1950 - July 2020)
Born August 28, 1950 in Tucson, AZ, Jim passed away peacefully July 15, 2020 after an 18-month battle with cancer. The consummate outdoorsman, Jim embraced his love for skiing, golf, horses, bike riding, and travel with an unmatched zeal. To all people he touched, his sense of humor, wisdom and...
Jenna Vanessa Trujillo Gonzales
Jul 12, 2020
Jenna Vanessa Trujillo-Gonzales, age 35, a resident of Taos passed away unexpectedly July 12, 2020. Jenna had a beautiful, unforgettable dimpled smile that lit up a room when she came in. Laughter came easily to her and she made friends as easily. Her children meant the world to her and she deeply loved each one of them. She loved...
Ryan Patricio Chapleau Quintana
Jul 11, 2020
Ryan Patricio Chapleau Quintana, 22, a resident of Taos, passed away on July 11, 2020. He was preceded in death by his great grandfather Patricio Vigil. Ryan was the most charming, smart, wise and loving person you could meet. Yet very quiet and mostly to himself he would still be very witty. Ryan loved to be outdoors and...
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