Baby Ezequiel Hernandez Romero
Mar 1, 2026
Precious baby Ezequiel Hernandez Romero gained his Angel wings on January 14, 2026.
He is survived by his parents Aylin Hernandez and Marcos Romero; grandparents Octavio Hernandez & Terri Hernandez, Cristina Guerrero, and Miguel & Regina Romero; great-grandparents Orlando & Flora Archuleta and Martin & Cheryl Romero, Manuel Hernandez Varela, Maria Del Pilar Guerrero, and Eduardo Guerrero Rivas; aunts and uncles...
Irene Marie Miller
Feb 28, 2026
Irene Marie Miller, 97, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully at the Taos Health Center on February 28, 2026. Born in Minneapolis Minnesota she dedicated most of her life as an educator. She was a kind loving woman who will be missed dearly.
Per her request no public services will be held.
The family of Irene Marie Miller has entrusted...
George A. McBryde
Feb 27, 2026
George A. McBryde age 61, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family February 27, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his father-in-law Glenn Smith; sister-in-law Corina King; godfather Victor Esquibel; plus other relatives.
George was a truck driver for most of his adult life, he recently retired from the County of Taos, Solid Waste Department....
Manuel Emilio Valerio
Feb 26, 2026
Manuel Emilio Valerio 85, a resident of Talpa, passed away on February 26, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 3, 1940. He is preceded in death by his parents, Felix and Beatrice Valerio, his uncle and aunt Daniel and Clorinda Romero, his stepdaughter Marissa V. Valdez, his brother’s George (Theresa) Romero, Juan Romero and Levi...
Laurencio Manuel Martinez
Feb 24, 2026
Laurencio Manuel Martinez age 78, a resident of Chamisal, NM passed away February 24, 2026 after a lengthy illness.
He was preceded in death by his parents Jose Macedonio and Lucia Martinez; and siblings Jose F. Martinez, Raymond L. Martinez, Reynaldo R. Martinez, Ruben Martinez and Josefa Martinez.
Laurencio loved the outdoors, he was truly a handyman and “Jack of all trades”....
Mina Fernandez
Feb 22, 2026
Mina Gloria Fernandez 83 years of age, a resident of Llano Quemado, passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully, surrounded by loving family on February 22, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her sons Luke Martinez and Mark Martinez; her mother Celina Montoya and father Alfredo Romero; and grandson Antonio Martinez Fernandez; siblings Eva Gonzales, Francis Casanova and Mike Romero.
Mina was a...
Yolanda Montoya
Feb 19, 2026
Yolanda Louana Montoya, born March 23, 1968, was called home February 19th, 2026.
She was the beloved daughter of Frank and Molly Montoya, and she was raised in Taos, New Mexico.
Yolanda graduated from Taos High School in 1986 and remained a True Taoseña for life.
Her memory lives on through her greatest pride and joy, her children, Louisa, born in 1987, whose...
Jose F. Montoya
Feb 18, 2026
Jose F. Montoya, 97, passed away February 18, 2026, at his home in Cañon, surrounded by his family.
He is preceded in death by his wife Berlin Montoya; his parents Jesus and Maria Montoya; five sisters, Adela McCabe, Betty Briley, Maggie Rollins, Epimenia Martinez, Consuelo Duran and one brother Edwardo Montoya.
Jose is survived by his sister Jesucita Prando; his companion Martha...
Adelio G. Fernandez
Feb 16, 2026
Adelio Gilbert Fernandez February 16, 2026
Adelio was born in Rio Lucio on June 12, 1941 to the late Felix Fernandez and Aurora Mascarenas Fernandez. After high school he worked in many fields, first as a firefighter and then on many highway projects in New Mexico, Colorado and Oregon, working on bridges and tunnels. He worked on heavy offroad equipment on...
Julia O. Martinez
Feb 16, 2026
Julia O. Martinez, 85, a resident of El Prado, passed away unexpectedly on February 16, 2026. A full obituary and service arrangements are pending and will be posted as soon as they become available.
The family of Julia O. Martinez, 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
Matthew Ray Ortiz
Feb 16, 2026
In love and memory of Matthew Ray Ortiz, who passed away at the age of 44 on February 16th in his El Prado home, surrounded with love.
Matthew was born on May 4, 1981, in Taos, NM. Although his life may have been brief, he left a huge impact in life.
In Matthews short time with us, he proved to us all...
Mary Ellen Warren
Feb 14, 2026
Mary Ellen Warren 98, of Taos, New Mexico, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her children on Saturday, February 14.
Mary Ellen was born September 28, 1927, on the Sierra Grande Ranch near Des Moines, NM to William Edmund and Naomi Ann James. Her childhood was centered around family, church and working on the ranch. She attended schools in Des Moines, NM...
Ernesto B. Montoya
Feb 13, 2026
Ernesto Baldamar Montoya, 89 of Des Montes passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on February 13, 2026. He was born on April 9,1936 to parents, Estrellita and Mardoqueo Lucero and was lovingly raised by his grandparents, Francisquita and Vidal Montoya. He shared 60 years of his life with his wife, Doris Ann Garcia-Montoya, who passed away in 2017.
Ernesto, fondly...
Barbara Sayre Harmon
Feb 8, 2026
Early on Sunday morning, February 8 2026, long time Taos Artist Barbara Sayre Harmon passed along to “The Happy Painting Grounds”, peacefully in her sleep. Born on August 8, 1927, she was at right at 98½ years. In her finally years, months and days, she retained her grace, sense of humor and empathy that were her lifelong trademark.
She is preceded...
Kathleen Johnson
Feb 1, 2026
Kathleen (Kathy) Johnson 75 years of age, a resident of El Prado, passed away January 27, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her father Gene Kruse, mother Ruby Kruse; husband Kermit Johnson; son Shane Smith; and son-in-law Dan Dan Barrone.
Kathy was employed by Wal-Mart in Taos and was an active member of Taos Valley Baptist Church. She adored her family...
Casilda "Casey" Lovato
Feb 1, 2026
Casilda (Casey) Lovato, a resident of Costilla NM, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026. She was born on July 26, 1934 to José and Antonia Arellano. She precedes her parents, husband Demetro Lovato, brother Eloy Arellano and sister Celia Santistavan.
She leaves behind her daughter Eyda (Randy), sons Lawrence (Veronica), Lonnie (Denise), Richard (Rhonda) and Randy (Rebecca). Nana also leaves...
Elizabeth Romero
Feb 1, 2026
Elizabeth Romero Born July 18, 1928, to Ofelia Chavez and Antonio Jiménez in Doña Ana, New Mexico, Elizabeth was one of ten children and a graduate of the Alison-James School in Santa Fe and the Menaul School in Albuquerque. Elizabeth moved to Taos in 1953 and quickly became involved in the community. As a co-founder of Centinel Bank of Taos,...
Amalia Lucia "Lucy" Rael
Jan 31, 2026
Amalia Lucia Rael (Lucy), 98, of Questa, New Mexico, passed away peacefully, surrounded by numerous family members, on Saturday, January 31, at her home in Questa.
Lucy was born April 16, 1927, in Questa to Donaciano and Rebecca Martinez. Lucy came from a large family with five girls and four boys: the oldest being Patrocinia, then Juanita, Maria, Lucy, Don, Armando,...
Manuel Antonio Maestas
Jan 27, 2026
Manuel Antonio Maestas age 73, of Talpa, NM passed away on January 27, 2026 surrounded by his family. He was born on March 13, 1952.
Manuel is preceded in death by his wife Cecilia Maestas; parents, Andres and Eloisa Maestas; brothers, Alex, Ralph, Manuel Jr, Ubaldo, and Landy Maestas; his sisters Guillerma Romero, Ester Santistevan and Corine Valdez; sisters-in-law Priscilla, Dorothy,...
James Romero
Jan 27, 2026
James Michael Romero Sr. was born on December 15, 1981 in Pueblo, CO and moved to Taos at the age of 3. He passed away unexpectedly in his home in Ranchos de Taos at the age of 44 on January 27, 2026.
James was a loyal employee of Floyd’s Yard. He loved people regardless of their age, race, gender, or football...
