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Local obituaries for DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos & Taos Memorial Gardens

Coral Dawn Bernal

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

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

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

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

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...

Trankie Romero

Trankie Romero

Jul 8, 2020

Trankie Romero, 44, a resident of Phoenix, AZ but originally from Taos, passed away unexpectedly on July 8, 2020.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents Marina and Jose Cordova and Viola and Henry Romero; aunts and uncles Josephine Cordova, Loretta Mondragon, Ted Cordova, Antonio Cordova and Peggy Struck.

Trankie owned and operated his...

Andy Coleman

Andy Coleman

Jul 8, 2020

Andy Coleman, 46, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday July 8, 2020.  Andy will be missed by his family and cherished friends that he met during the time he lived in Taos.  Per his wishes he will be laid to rest in his family plot in Brownwood TX. The family of Andy Coleman has entrusted the care...

Felimon "Phil" Martinez

Felimon "Phil" Martinez

Jul 6, 2020

Felimon “Phil” Martinez age 85, a resident of El Prado passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, after a lengthy illness on July 6, 2020.

He was preceded in death by his parents Eraclio and Marcelina Martinez and brother Norbert Martinez.

Felimon proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force.  He worked for...

Wilbert Vigil

Wilbert Vigil

Jul 4, 2020

Wilbert R. Vigil, went to Our Lord on July 4, 2020 at 71 years of age.

He was preceded in death by his father Leopoldo Vigil; brother Leopoldo Vigil Jr.; father-in-law Joe Alex Maestas; and brother-in-law Alex Maestas.

Wilbert is survived by his one true love of over 50 years, Elma Vigil; his sons Wilbert...

Joan Solano

Joan Solano

Jul 4, 2020

Joan Solano, 62, a resident of Albuquerque but a frequent visitor of Taos and Angel Fire passed away unexpectedly on Saturday July 4, 2020.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Elizabeth Mann; and sister Madeline Hill. Joan and her family loved visiting the mountains of Northern New Mexico, frequently visiting Taos and Angel Fire. She...

Mark McLoughlin

Mark McLoughlin

Jun 26, 2020

Mark McLoughlin, 63, a resident of Vail Arizona and seasonal resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on Friday June 26, 2020. Per Mark's request, cremation had taken place and scattering of his cremated remains will take place at some of his beautiful cherished places he loved to bike ride.  The family of Mark McLoughlin has entrusted the care of their...

Bruce Miller

Bruce Miller

Jun 25, 2020

Bruce Miller, 56, a resident of Tres Piedras, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday June 25, 2020.  He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Virginia Miller; siblings, George Miller Jr. and Julie Frame; and special cousin Calvin Miller.  Bruce was known for a man that was willing to help others in need.  He was a jack of...

Donald Parcells

Donald Parcells

Jun 25, 2020

Donald Parcells, 78, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday June 25, 2020. No public services will be held at the is time.  The family of Donald Parcells has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019

Jose Sefarin Trujillo

Jose Sefarin Trujillo

Jun 23, 2020

Jose Serafin Trujillo age 81, a resident of Talpa, passed away peacefully after a long illness on June 23, 2020.

He was preceded in death by his sons Anthony Serafin and Abel Trujillo; parents Jacobo and Rosa Trujillo; brothers Jose Eloy “Lolo” Trujillo, Roy Trujillo, and Ruben Trujillo.

Jose enjoyed the outdoors which included hunting...

Nancy Bishop

Nancy Bishop

Jun 23, 2020

On June 23, 2020, Nancy Bishop was warmly and lovingly embraced by the arms of Jesus Christ as she arrived home, in Heaven. All services will be held in her home town of Clovis; for full obituary and service announcements please visit,  www.steedtodd.com (Steed Todd Funeral Home and Cremation Services). The family of Nancy Bishop has entrusted the care...

Nancy B. Nesbit

Nancy B. Nesbit

Jun 21, 2020

Nancy Nesbit, Age 75, of Ranchos De Taos passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on Sunday, June 21, 2020.  Born on May 1, 1945 in Ohio, she was the daughter of William and Minnie Elizabeth Brydges.  Nancy is survived by her daughter, Sarah, son-in-law, Alejandro and grandson, Nicholas.  She is also survived by her sisters, Ann...

Victoria "Vicky" Anglada

Victoria "Vicky" Anglada

Jun 20, 2020

Victoria “Vicky” L. Anglada, 60, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday June 20, 2020. She was preceded in death by her mother, Evelyn Anglada; grandparents, Modesto and Mary Jane Borrego, and Ramon and Lisaida Anglada. Victoria worked for many years around Taos and Espanola in our movie theaters (Taos Plaza, Storyteller, and Starlight Drive – In, in...

Lois Hembree

Lois Hembree

Jun 20, 2020

Lois Hembree, 92, a resident of Angel Fire, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Saturday June 20, 2020.  A full obituary and service announcements will be posted as soon as they become available.  The family of Lois Hembree has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019

Linda S. Archuleta

Linda S. Archuleta

Jun 19, 2020

Linda S. Archuleta, 69, a resident of Arroyo Seco, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on June 19, 2020.  She is preceded in death by her parents, Dale and Tessie Gordon; in-laws, Jose Damian and Eliza Archuleta; and great grandchild Baby Angel.  Linda proudly served her country in the U.S. Army and was the first female to...

Peter Koyote Boyer

Peter Koyote Boyer

Jun 16, 2020

Peter Koyote Boyer, age 72, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away peacefully on June 16, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents Edward and Vesta Boyer; siblings Milan Frost Boyer, Josephine Boyer and Creed H. Boyer. Peter loved to travel the country sharing peace and love. Eventually settling here in Taos. He had a desire...

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