Dianne Elizabeth Slack
Mar 30, 2026
Dianne Elizabeth (DE) Slack passed away in the early morning hours of March 30, 2026 at Holy Cross Hospital in Taos, New Mexico after a brief illness.
Born on April 5, 1947, in Baltimore Maryland, DE was the only child of Leo and Harriet Slack, her mother English and her father American. Her childhood was spend in Saudi Arabia where her...
Robert Martinez
Mar 28, 2026
Robert Martinez age 69, a resident of Albuquerque and formerly of Taos, New Mexico, passed away peacefully, March 28 2026.
He is preceded in death by his wife Vicky Martinez; and his parents Bonifacio and Felis Martinez.
Robert is survived by his children, Jeanine Brown, Mathew Martinez, Stephanie & Nadine Martinez; Mother-in-law Connie Anaya; grandchildren Kaya & Josh Brown; their father Larry...
Charles Edward Martinez
Mar 27, 2026
It is with deep sorrow in our hearts that we announce the death of our son Charles Edward Martinez, of Denver, CO on March 22, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Selso & Cordilia Hartt Martinez and maternal grandparents, Frank & Eloida Jaramillo.
Charles is survived by his parents Eloy & Rose Martinez; sisters Rita Golleher (George) and...
Geno Trujillo
Mar 26, 2026
Geno Trujillo, 59 of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on March 26, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
He was preceded in death by his mother Carmen Bailon; sister Lucia Trujillo; beloved niece Victoria Padilla; mother-in-law Patricia Garza; brother-in-law Viento Herrera; cousin Larry Martinez; niece Christy Medina; grandparents Amadeo and Josie Trujillo, Cipriano and Helen Sanchez; uncle Juan (Jebby) Valencia; and many...
Gabriel Alberto Aragon Munguia
Mar 25, 2026
Gabriel Alberto Aragon Munguia, age 66, passed away on March 20, 2026, after a courageous battle with ALS.
He was born on November 26, 1959, and will always be remembered as a loving father, grandfather, husband, brother, and friend. Gabriel’s strength, resilience, and deep love for his family carried him through life, and he took great pride in his children and...
William "Mikey" Michael Pacheco
Mar 25, 2026
William “Mikey” Michael Pacheco, age 68, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2026, at Willows Assisted Living following a courageous battle with cancer. William’s warmth, strength, and easy laugh touched everyone who knew him. His spirit will be deeply missed by his family and friends.
William was preceded in death by his mother, Virginia Abeyta; his father, George Pacheco; his brothers,...
Maria Carlota Pacheco
Mar 18, 2026
Maria Carlota Pacheco, at the age of 97, stepped into the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. Carlota was born on December 13,1928 in Penasco, NM to the late Vidal and Doloritas Sanchez.
Carlota was preceded in death by her husband, Hilio Pacheco; her great-granddaughter Shural Pacheco; her brothers – Saturnino Sanchez, Esteban Sanchez,...
Francis Romero
Mar 18, 2026
“Francisco” Francis Fabian Romero was born August 16, 1960. He passed away peacefully on March 18, 2026 at his home in Llano Quemado.
Francisco was preceded in death by his parents Jose de la luz and Maria Stella Romero, his son Nicholas Angelo Romero, and two brothers Jose Jr. and Clarence Romero. He is survived by his sisters Maria Penner (Carl),...
Eli Antonio Martinez
Mar 15, 2026
Eli Antonio Martinez, a life well lived, passed away unexpectedly on March 15, 2026. Eli passed away fighting a battle he never stopped trying to beat.
He is preceded in death by his father Eli Eloy Martinez, Sr; paternal and maternal grandparents; uncles and aunts, cousins from both sides of the family.
Eli is survived by his children, Ryan Martinez (Naya), Santino,...
Frank Gonzales
Mar 15, 2026
Frank Lee Gonzales, 90 of Arroyo Hondo was called home to the Lord on March 15th, 2026. Born on September 21st, 1935 in Cimarron, New Mexico.
He was preceded in death by his beloved son Sgt. Norman Dale Gonzales; Parents Frank Sr. & Clorinda Gonzales; In-laws Nazario & Fininia Jaramillo; Sisters Ernie Cardenas & Susie Montano, Brother Robert Gonzales; Brothers-in-law Ray...
Bernard Nazario Jr
Mar 12, 2026
Bernard Nazario Jr, 60, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available.
No public services will be held in Taos.
The family of Bernard Nazario Jr, has entrusted the care of their loved one to the caring staff of DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos....
Matilda Rael
Mar 4, 2026
Matilda Rael, 87, a resident of Taos, passed away on March 4, 2026. A full obituary and service arrangements are pending and will be posted as soon as they become available.
The family of Matilda Rael 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
Guillermo "Robert" Ortega
Mar 4, 2026
Guillermo “Robert” Ortega, age 80, of Penasco, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2026, surrounded by family. Guillermo was a loving brother, uncle and friend who touched the lives of many throughout his lifetime.
Guillermo attended Job Corps, where he received certifications in arc welding, forestry, and meat cutting. His work took him across many parts of the country,...
Trudy Duran
Feb 28, 2026
Trudy Martinez Duran, 77, a resident of Española, passed away peacefully at the Taos Living Center on February 28, 2026.
Trudy was a longtime employee of Rio Arriba County and had served as the Children’s Nursery Director at El Buen Pastor Church, where she lovingly cared for many children over the years. She had a nurturing heart and a natural gift...
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...
