Toni Garcia
Feb 14, 2025
Toni Garcia, 72, a resident of Ranchos De Taos, passed away unexpectedly on February 14, 2025. She is preceded in death by her mother, Virginia Garcia, daughter Juana Garcia, plus many other loving family members.
She was an amazing artist, talent that she acquired at a very young age. She especially loved being around family and her grandchildren as she was...
Jane Derrera
Feb 13, 2025
Jane Derrera, 62, a resident of Angel Fire, passed away unexpectedly on February 13, 2025. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available. The family of Jane Derrera 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
Chris Romo
Feb 13, 2025
Chris Romo age 49, a resident of Talpa, passed away unexpectedly on February 13, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his daughter Kayla Valerio Romo; father Tony Romo; brothers Anthony Romo and Manuel Maestas; paternal grandparents Eustacio and Carolina Romo; maternal grandparents Felix and Elvira Archuleta.
Chris enjoyed hunting, spending time outdoors, and landscaping projects.
He is survived by his children Marcos...
Elijah Romero
Feb 12, 2025
Elijah Romero, 29, a resident of Ranchos De Taos, left this earth to fly with the angels on February 12, 2025, in the arms of Desire. Desire will forever be the love of his life and cared for him during his battle with cancer.
Elijah is preceded in death by his daughter, Amara, his father Glen Romero, maternal grandfather Kyle Henry,...
Christopher Cardenas
Feb 9, 2025
Christopher Matthew Cardenas 12/4/1984 – 02/09/2025
Christopher, 40 yr old Resident of Taos/Ranchos de Taos, Passed away unexpectedly on February 9th. A loving Son, Brother, and Uncle. He was a kind & gentle heart who loved his Friends and Family in the community of Taos and beyond. His Nieces and Nephews were the Pride and Joy of his life, He loved...
Montella Smith
Feb 8, 2025
Montella L. Robbins Smith entered this world on July 19, 1939 and was called home on February 8, 2025. Montella was the daughter of Pauline Long Robbins and Carl Robbins, sister to Georgia Robbins and Danny Robbins, and her daughter Kimberly Morisette who all preceded her in passing were there to welcome her home. She is survived by her sister...
Marie Chacon
Feb 7, 2025
Marie Chacon age 52, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away unexpectedly on February 7, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her parents David & Sophia Chacon; father of her children Tobias Mascarenas; maternal grandparents Jose E. & Maria E. Fernandez; paternal grandparents Epimenio & Amada Chacon; and Nino Amarante Chacon.
Marie loved to spend time with her family and...
Patricia Lunny
Feb 5, 2025
Patricia Lunny, 80, a resident of El Prado, passed away on February 5, 2025. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available. The family of Patricia Lunny 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
Ivy Anne Irvine
Jan 31, 2025
Ivy Anne Irvine, 50, a resident of Taos and Questa passed away unexpectedly on January 31, 2025. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available. The family of Ivy Anne Irvine 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
Elizardo M. Medina
Jan 31, 2025
Elizardo “Lizard” M. Medina, 69, of Cañon, Taos, New Mexico passed away unexpectedly on January 31. 2025.
He is preceded in death by son, Eli Medina; parents, Juanita and Roberto Medina; siblings, Berlinda, Georgianna, Michael, Janice, George, Annabel and Louie Medina.
Elizardo is survived by his children, Eloy Montoya (Valerie), Helena and Jenna Medina; grandchildren, Mateo and Brianah Montoya, Amberlee Lujan, Isaac...
Joanne Theresa Guinn
Jan 31, 2025
Joanne Theresa Guinn 71, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away unexpectedly while in Taos on January 31, 2025
She was preceded in death by her infant son Dieter Theis; parents Edward and Clair Theis; and sister Jane Theis.
Joanne was an educational assistant for many years at Truman Middle School in Albuquerque. She loved animals, especially for her dogs.
Joanne is survived by...
Reuben Elias Gonzales
Jan 30, 2025
Reuben Elias Gonzales 73, was born in Albuquerque, NM to Reuben J. Gonzales and Dorothy Stein on March 3, 1951. He is survived by his partner, Rosalie; brother Frank and many cousins and friends. His childhood friend Dale Rankin remained his loyal friend until the end. His second family consisted of Albert, Gerri, Monroe and Hope Morgas.
Reuben was a devoted...
Felix Santistevan, Jr.
Jan 29, 2025
Felix Santistevan, Jr. age 81, a resident of Taos, NM passed away peacefully, January 29, 2025 and went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
He was preceded in death by his parents J. Felix Santistevan, Sr. & Rafaelita Santistevan; sister Yvonne Washington; and son Jesus Santistevan.
Felix is survived by his sister Concha Torres (†John); children Gregorio Santistevan (Janice)...
Virginia Martinez
Jan 28, 2025
Virginia Martinez age 84, of Albuquerque, formerly of Llano Quemado passed away peacefully January 28, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her grandmother Manuelita Romero, parents Fred and Isabel Martinez; siblings Robert Martinez (Berlinda), Frances M. Baca, Fred I. Martinez Jr., and Mario Martinez; daughter Yvonne Manuelita Trujillo and great grandson Orien “Boo” Miles.
Virginia loved spending time reading and with her...
Rebecca "Becky" Peralta
Jan 28, 2025
In loving memory of Rebecca Peralta. With deep sadness and profound love, we announce the passing of our cherished Becky. Becky left us peacefully on January 28, 2025. Born in Jaroso, Colorado on May 11, 1949. Becky was a beloved, daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and friend.
Preceded in death by her parents Rubaldo Ortega and Estella Ortega and...
Charlie Carlos DeHerrera
Jan 28, 2025
Charlie Carlos DeHerrera, 78, a resident of Westminster CO, born in Valdez NM passed away on December 22, 2024. Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday January 29, 2025 at 10am at San Antonio De Padua Catholic Church in Valdez NM with burial to follow at the Valdez Cemetery.
The family of Charlie Carlos DeHerrera has entrusted the care of...
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
