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

Robert F. Yeo

Robert F. Yeo

Dec 1, 2025

Robert F. Yeo, 74, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on October 23, 2025.  A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available. 

Burial will take place on December 12, 2025 at 1pm at the Angel Fire Veterans Cemetery. A meal will follow at the Eagle's Club. 

The family of Robert F. Yeo has entrusted...

Corina Maria Valdez

Corina Maria Valdez

Nov 27, 2025

Corina Maria Valdez, 87, a resident of Albuquerque and formerly of Talpa, passed away on November 27, 2025.  A full obituary and service arrangements are pending and will be posted as soon as they become available.  

The family of Corina Maria Valdez has entrusted the care of their loved one to the caring staff of DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos....

Sunny Redmond

Sunny Redmond

Nov 25, 2025

Sunny Redmond, 74, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on November 25, 2025.  A full obituary and service arrangements are pending and will be posted as soon as they become available. 

The family of Sunny Redmond has entrusted the care of their loved one to the caring staff of DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com...

Teresa Gonzales

Teresa Gonzales

Nov 25, 2025

Teresa Gonzales, 85, of Ranchos de Taos, passed away peacefully on November 25.

She was born to Levi and Irene Salazar and grew up in the deep traditions and close-knit culture of Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico, via Chanclas Lane.

Teresa was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers Ismael Salazar (Domitila), Ramon Salazar (Amalia), Abel Salazar (Betty), and Wallace Salazar...

Jorge Corona Cruz

Jorge Corona Cruz

Nov 24, 2025

Jorge Alberto Corona-Cruz born March 19, 1988 unexpectedly passed away November 24, 2025.

He was preceded in death by his grandfather Rogelio Cruz; his grandmother Angelina Cornejo; his uncle’s Rogelio Cruz and Pedro Cruz; and his cousin Maria Elena Cruz.

Jorge is survived by his beloved mother Hilda Cruz; his loving father Ben Trujillo; his devoted girlfriend Venessa; his cherished four children...

Florinda Ophelia "Fifi" Baca

Florinda Ophelia "Fifi" Baca

Nov 19, 2025

Florinda Ophelia "Fifi" Baca, born August 3, 1950 passed away November 19, 2025.

She was preceded in death by her parents Gilbert C. and Doris D. Jaramillo; and son Andrew Baca.

Florinda was raised in Pilar, NM and graduated from Taos High School in 1968. She moved to Albuquerque where she eventually met and married Benito Baca, and they had two children.

She...

Gerald W. Maestas

Gerald W. Maestas

Nov 19, 2025

Gerald William Maestas was born on July 5th, 1984, and left this earth on November 19th, 2025.

He is preceded in death by his grandparents Joe Ben, and Fay Griego, and his grandfather Joe Alex Maestas; and his Nino Alex Maestas Jr.

Gerald is also survived by his beautiful wife of 22 years Cassandra Maestas; children, Illona, Mercedez (Jerome), Tiffany and Max;...

Isabel Lena Reynolds

Isabel Lena Reynolds

Nov 18, 2025

Isabel Lena “Sue” Reynolds, age 62, passed away unexpectedly, leaving behind a family who loved her deeply. Born to Ruby Archuleta and Walter Reynolds, Sue was raised in Taos, New Mexico. As a young woman, she excelled in track and field and proudly graduated from Taos High School. She later served honorably in the United States Army, carrying forward the...

Joyce J. Franklin

Joyce J. Franklin

Nov 16, 2025

Joyce J. Franklin, 82, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully in her sleep on November 16, 2025.   Joyce moved to Taos over 20 years ago, after retiring from the U.S Navy.   She is survived by her son Gregory Franklin along with other relatives and friends, which will miss her dearly. She was loved by many.

Burial of her...

Gabriel Andres Vigil

Gabriel Andres Vigil

Nov 13, 2025

Gabriel Andres Vigil was born on September 3, 1988, and left this earth on November 13, 2025.

He was preceded in death by his father Wilbert Vigil; grandparents Joe Alex Maestas, Leopoldo and Licia Vigil; brother Manuel Maestas; and special friend Marty Gonzales.

Gabriel is survived by his mother Elma Vigil; grandmother Josie Maestas; brothers Wilbert John Vigil (Rhonda) and Benito Vigil...

Johnny Sisneros

Johnny Sisneros

Nov 5, 2025

Johnny Sisneros, 79, of Ranchos de Taos, passed away on November 5th, 2025.

Johnny is survived by his wife of 57 years Dorothy; children Johnny (Pam), Angela (Larry), Beatrice, Efren and Johnny Frank (Valerie). He is also survived by his grandchildren Ariana (Zach), Isaiah (Marissa), Alauna (Chris) Muniz, Malachi, Ashley Beatrice, and Marissa Vasquez; his partner in crime, great-grandson Bruce (Brucie);...

Natividad DeHerrera

Natividad DeHerrera

Nov 4, 2025

Natividad DeHerrera, January 5, 1930 – November 4, 2025

With profound sorrow and heartfelt gratitude, we announce the passing of our beloved Mother, Mamacita, Mami, Nana, Grandma at the age of 95. She was called to her heavenly home on November 4, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, unwavering strength, and devotion to her loved ones and to her Savior...

Charles Ryan

Charles Ryan

Oct 28, 2025

Charles Ryan, 83, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully at Taos Health Center on October 28, 2025.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Catherine Ryan, his sister Roxane and his ex-wife Betty.

Charles worked as a nurse in Philadelphia PA and also in Palm Springs CA. His hobbies included reading and genealogy. He especially enjoyed boxing and...

Mark James Witucki

Mark James Witucki

Oct 26, 2025

Mark James Witucki, a man defined by his passion for the outdoors and his determination to follow his own path, died peacefully in Taos, New Mexico, on October 26, 2025, at the age of 75 surrounded by his family. Mark was an exceptional human being who loved his daughter, wife, and family with every fiber of his being.

Mark is survived...

Barbara Yuma

Barbara Yuma

Oct 25, 2025

Barbara Yuma departed this life surrounded by her family on October 25, 2025, at the age of 60.

Born on April 10,1965, she was raised in El Prado and as a child cherished her time visiting with her beloved grandma Manuelita. Barbara attended Taos schools and graduated from Taos High in 1983. For a short period, Barbara lived and attended college...

Joseph Isaac Maestas

Joseph Isaac Maestas

Oct 23, 2025

Submitted by his mother Cleo Arellano.

Joseph Isaac Maestas, born February 20, 1992, passed away unexpectedly on October 23, 2025. He is preceded in death by, father Manuel Maestas, his brothers Manuel Jose Maestas,, great grandpa Joe Alex Maestas, grandpa Tony Romo, Wilbert Vigil, and Frank Arellano. grandma, Beth Ann Durrance, uncle Chris Romo,

He was an exceptional baby and child who...

Steve E. Vigil

Steve E. Vigil

Oct 23, 2025

Steve E. Vigil, 78, a lifelong resident of Arroyo Hondo, New Mexico, passed away on October 23, 2025. He was born to Jose and Macedonia Vigil.

Steve was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1965 and served in Germany as a medic. After returning home, he met and married Lorena Ortega-Vigil, and together they raised five children.

He worked for Molycorp Mine...

Joseph Maestas

Joseph Maestas

Oct 23, 2025

Joseph Isaac Maestas, born February 20, 1992, was a lifetime resident of Ranchos de Taos. He suddenly passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2025.

He was preceded in death by his father Manuel Martin Maestas, Jr; grandfather’s Tony Romo and Wilbert Vigil; and great-grandfather Joe Alex Maestas, Sr.

Joseph is survived by his great-grandmother Josie Maestas; grandmother Elma Vigil; mother-in-law Mary Jo...

Gary Oline

Gary Oline

Oct 22, 2025

Gary Joseph Oline age 85, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, NM passed away October 22, 2025.

Gary was born January 21, 1940 to Joseph and Pauline Oline in Springfield, Illinois. He graduated from Iowa University, Iowa City with a degree in Actuarial Science. He and his wife, Barbara, met in college and were married for 62 years. He worked at...

Patrick Martinez

Patrick Martinez

Oct 20, 2025

Patrick Martinez, 61, a resident of Dixon NM, passed away unexpectedly on October 20, 2025.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Horacio and Maria Martinez and his siblings Chris Martinez, Frank Martinez and Connie Roybal.

Patrick is survived by his sister, Angie Montano (Allen), his niece and nephews, Kristy Roybal (Eric), Juan Roybal (Cynthia), Julian Montano, and Maile Montano, great...

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