Elma Chavez
Jan 25, 2025
Elma Chavez 75, a resident of La Cordillera, passed away unexpectedly on January 25, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her husband and love of her life Cruz Chavez; her son Cruz G. Chavez, II; grandson Andres Chavez; parents Hernando & Mercedes Jaramillo; brother Lawrence Jaramillo; nephew Brad Jaramillo; in-laws George and Manuelita Chavez; and sister-in-law Loretta DeHerrera; nieces and...
Flavio Medina
Jan 24, 2025
Flavio Medina, 59, an Arroyo Hondo resident, died peacefully on January 24, 2025, surrounded by his loving family who cared for him during his struggle with cancer.
He was preceded in death by his parents Tony & Odila Medina; siblings Danny Medina, Moises Medina and Thelma Mares.
Flavio loved riding his Harley and his side by side, tinkering on cars and spending...
Jason Romero
Jan 22, 2025
Jason Romero 44, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly January 22, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his parents Antonio Romero and Agnes Romero; brothers Anthony Romero and Jaime Romero; grandparents Tito & Lucy Anglada and Elizardo & Griselda Romero.
Jason by trade, was an artist and a talented santero.
He is survived by his sister Erica Romero (Frankie Garcia); nephews...
Yolanda Lynn Grabowski
Jan 21, 2025
Yolanda Lynn Grabowski, 57, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on January 21, 2025. A full obituary and service arrangements are pending and will be posted as soon as they become available.
The family of Yolanda Lynn Grabowski has entrusted the care of their loved one to the caring staff of DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
Richard J. Baca
Jan 19, 2025
Richard J. Baca age 84, a resident of Cerro, passed away peacefully following an unexpected illness on January 19, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his parents Jose & Rufina Baca; siblings Russell McKissick, Robert McKissick, Paublita Campos; and mother-in-law Priscilla Quintana.
Richard is survived by his loving wife of 44 years Debbie Baca, who was by his bedside when he...
Rojerio Archuleta
Jan 17, 2025
Rojerio Archuleta, 87, a resident of Arroyo Seco, passed away on January 17, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Belarmino and Anita Archuleta; his brothers, Bonifacio, Trinidad, Eli, Thomas and Tito Archuleta, his sister Clarita Jackson; and his spouse Angie Archuleta.
Rojerio is survived by his partner Augustina Martinez, who lovingly took care of him for many years; his...
Carol Ann Valade
Jan 16, 2025
Carol Ann Valade, 78, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on January 16, 2025. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it it becomes available. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Taos Feral Feline Friends, PO Box 1926 Ranchos De Taos NM 87557. The family of Carol Ann Valade...
Arturo "Chude" Garcia
Jan 14, 2025
Arturo “Chude” Garcia, a lifelong resident of Questa passed away unexpectedly on January 14, 2025, at the age of 71.
He was a graduate of Questa High School. He was a dedicated friend and was known for his kindness, sense of humor, and love of the outdoors. He loved to hunt and fish with his brothers and friends. He is preceded...
Gail Bond Vernon
Jan 10, 2025
Gail Bond Vernon was born to Dow and Pearl Burch Bond in Taos, New Mexico on September 19th, 1936. Gail grew up on Burch Street alongside her two brothers, Dow Jr. and Benton Bond. Her father (a POW during World War II) owned Bond Plumbing, and her mother ran a family-owned grocery store on the plaza, now known as Taos...
Severiana Archuleta
Jan 9, 2025
Severiana Archuleta, 87, a resident of Vadito NM, passed away on January 9, 2025 after a brief illness.
She was preceded in death by her daughter Josephita Archuleta; father Demecio Romero and mother Amadita Romero; siblings Maria Manzanares, Victoriano Romero, Donecimo Romero, Alcarita Valdez, Felonis Montoya, Rufina Martinez and Satornino Romero.
Severiana is survived by her husband Johnny Archuleta; children Debbie Wade...
Julio Guevara
Jan 8, 2025
Julio Guevara, 36, a resident of Ranchos De Taos, passed away unexpectedly on January 8, 2025.
Rosary was recited on Monday January 20, 2025 at 6pm and Funeral Mass was held on Tuesday January 21, 2025 at 10am both at San Francisco de Asis Catholic Church in Ranchos De Taos.
The family of Julio Guevara has entrusted the care of...
Mark Montoya
Jan 8, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Mark Montoya. He left his earthly home on November 1,2024 to walk with Jesus and his angels.
He was born in Dalhart, TX on July 5, 1969 to Mariano and Grace Montoya.
He was preceded in death by the mother of his children Laurie Sanchez; beloved parents Mariano and Grace Montoya;...
Linda Lee Frisbie
Jan 6, 2025
Linda Lee Frisbie was born on September 17, 1947 and fell asleep in death on January 6, 2025. Her husband Richard, of 51 years is in the home in Taos.
The family of Linda Lee Frisbie has entrusted the care of their loved one to the caring staff of DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
Larry M. Johnson
Jan 5, 2025
Larry Johnson, 84, a resident of El Prado, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.
Larry was born in Seagraves, Texas, 26 October 1940 and then his father was drafted into the Army in WW-II at which time he and his mother moved to the Breckenridge, Texas area and lived with his paternal grandparents until his dad...
Paul Otero
Jan 5, 2025
Paul Otero, 64, a resident of Tres Piedras, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on January 5, 2025.
Paul was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico October 5th, 1960. He was the first child of 5 children to Gloria and Porfirio Otero.
Raised in the neighborhood of San Jose, he went to East San Jose Elementary school, McKinley Middle...
Mary Lashley
Jan 4, 2025
1.There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens:
2. A time to be born (Mena, Arkansas October 18, 1924 at the base of Rich Mountain) and a time to die (January 4th, 2025 Taos, NM), a time to plant {she moved to Dallas at the age of 21, married at 23 and started a...
Mike Lucero
Dec 31, 2024
Mike Lucero 71, a resident of Amalia passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on December 31, 2024.
He was preceded in death by his parents Malaquias and Natividad Lucero; and sister Barbara Lucero Molina.
Mike loved to spend time with his family, as well as spending time outdoors fishing and hunting.
He is survived by his children Michelle Martinez (Stephen), Victoria Lucero...
Lawrence Ortega
Dec 29, 2024
Lawrence A. Ortega, 76, a resident of Questa, New Mexico, passed away unexpectedly surrounded by his loving family on December 29, 2024.
He is preceded in death by his grandson, Isaiah Ortega; his parents, Bernie and Dolores (Lola) Ortega; brothers, Joseph and George Ortega; in-laws, Tom, Esperanza, and Tommy Kittredge; brother-in-law Manuel Sanchez; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Lawrence was born...
Nathaniel Joseph Isaiah Trujillo
Dec 28, 2024
Nathaniel Joseph Isaiah Trujillo, born on September 30, 1996 to Anna Maria Trujillo in San Jose, California, was unexpectedly called home to the stars on December 28, 2024. Nathaniel was a strong, kind, talented, gentle young man with many hopes and dreams. Nathaniel attended culinary school and loved cooking and feeding people. He was also a truly gifted writer and...
Peter Jeantette
Dec 26, 2024
Beloved by his family and devoted in service to community, lifelong parishioner of San Francisco de Asís Church, always ready to greet you with a kind smile and a helping hand, Peter Jeantette of Taos, New Mexico, surrendered his life to God at his home on December 26, 2024, surrounded by loved ones.
Born on June 27, 1945, Peter grew up...
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