Pauline Tafoya
Jan 14, 2026
Pauline Tafoya 77, a resident of Llano, NM, passed away unexpectedly on December 11, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her parents Faustin & Casilda Cordova; brother Ralph Cordova and Ricky Trujillo; in-laws Onecimo Tafoya and Pelegrina Martinez; and maternal grandparents Ralph & Pablita Trujillo.
Pauline was a devoted Christian, she loved to attend church and enjoyed singing. She was a...
Dr. Bob Deering
Jan 13, 2026
Dr. Bob Deering, 86, a resident of El Prado, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2026. He is survived by his wife Cynthia Deering and numerous loving relatives and friends.
Cremation has been chosen for his arrangements and burial will take place at the Taos Veterans Cemetery at a later date.
The family of Dr. Bob Deering has entrusted the...
Julia Garcia
Jan 11, 2026
Julia Garcia, 70, a resident of Chama, passed away on January 11, 2026. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available.
Funeral Service will be held on Saturday January 24, 2026 at 12pm at the Chama Valley Worship Center, with burial to follow at the Cedar Hill Cemetery.
The family of Julia Garcia has entrusted...
Geraldine Cordova
Jan 11, 2026
Geraldine Cordova, 64, a resident of Questa, passed away on January 11, 2026. A full obituary and service arrangements are pending and will be posted as soon as they become available.
The family of Geraldine Cordova 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
William Ebie
Jan 5, 2026
William Dennis “Bill” Ebie passed away peacefully at home in the early hours of Monday, January 5, 2026 after a long illness. Bill was born February 7, 1942 in Akron, Ohio to Mary Lou Karam and William Percy Ebie, who preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife of thirty-six years, Teresa Hayes Ebie; children Jason William Ebie...
Gloria M. Sanchez
Jan 5, 2026
Gloria Sanchez 83, a resident of Los Cordovas passed away peacefully, January 5, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her husband Elizardo Sanchez; parents Tito & Juanita Montoya; and sister Patsy Dazhan.
Gloria is survived by her children Joseph Sanchez and Alice Sanchez; grandchildren, Tiffany Romo (Branden Romero), Sean Sanchez, Marie Sanchez, Bridgette Sanchez (Marty Knief) and Frankie Martinez (Keith Martin);...
Gabriel "Grady" Quintana
Jan 2, 2026
Gabriel “Grady” Quintana, 61, of El Rito/Questa, New Mexico, passed away on January 2, 2026, surrounded by love. Gabe is the beloved son of Daniel and Evelyn Quintana. He is survived by his parents; his son, Amellio (Amy); his siblings, Karen (George), James (Stephanie), and Joyce (Albert); and many other family members and friends who loved him dearly. Gabe was a...
Valerie Montoya Rael
Jan 1, 2026
Valerie Montoya Rael, 56, of Taos, NM born September 14th, 1969. Peacefully passed away on January 1, 2026.
She was loving, courageous, beautiful and always knew how to have the best of times. She was the sweetest bartender, strong at her craft. She was proud of her children and the friendships she made throughout her journey.
Valerie was our "rockstar" and lived...
Christy Marie Medina
Dec 28, 2025
Christy Marie Medina 34, a resident of El Prado, passed away unexpectedly on December 28, 2025.
She was born April 15, 1991 to Chris Medina of Arroyo Hondo and Katherine Hardin of San Cristobal. Her adopted parents since 1999 are Wayne and Rayne Medina, who she lived with in El Prado, along with her siblings.
Christy attended Chrysalis Alternative School and completed...
Edward Michael Park
Dec 28, 2025
Edward Michael Park was born was December 27, 1966, and passed away unexpectedly on December 28, 2025, in Carson, NM. He was born in Huntsville, AL. and spent his formative years in Charlotte, NC. He first attended UNC Charlotte and then graduated with a degree in Marine Biology from UNC Wilmington. Edward made his home in Fort Lauderdale and became...
Hans Peterson
Dec 27, 2025
Hans Peterson, 68, a resident of Red River, passed away on December 27, 2025. No public services will be held in Red River, he will be laid to rest in Williamsburg Michigan.
The family of Hans Peterson 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
Mariquita Ruth Santistevan
Dec 22, 2025
Mariquita Ruth Santistevan, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, caregiver, and friend, was called home to be with God on December 22nd, 2025, at the age of 79. She was born on June 17th, 1946, in Amalia, NM. Mariquita was the epitome of strength, resilience, and heart. In her final moments, she was held close by her family, surrounded by love.
Mariquita...
Patricio Montoya
Dec 19, 2025
Patricio Montoya (Chato) passed away peacefully on December 19, 2025, surrounded by family and loved ones. He was born March 17, 1980 in Denver, CO.
He was preceded in death by his father Gregorio Montoya; sister Irene Montoya; grandparents Patricio Martinez (Chato), Valentin Montoya and Louisa Martinez.
He is survived by his mother Debbie Martinez; children Xzavier, LaDamien, Serenity and Shaya; brother...
Oclides Gonzales
Dec 19, 2025
Oclides P. Gonzales, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, was born to Juan and Carolina Martinez on July 11, 1937, and peacefully passed away on December 19, 2025. The eldest of nine children, Oclides learned the power of faith, family, and friendship at an early age. These values became the foundation of her life and the gifts she carried...
Anselmo "Chemo" Valerio
Dec 19, 2025
Anselmo “Chemo” Valerio 86, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones on December 19, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his parents Reginio and Epifania Valerio; siblings, Gilbert, Lila (†Macedonio), Adelina (†Silverio), Teodora (†Nick), Eliu (Ida), Eduvigen (†Felix), Alejandro (†Dolores), Nora (†Santiago), Viola (†Edwardo) and Beatrice (†Frank).
Chemo served his country proudly in the United...
Deacon Donald Martinez
Dec 18, 2025
Donald Martinez 1937 - 2025 of Taos, passed away on Thursday December 18, 2025.
Donald is survived by his wife of 68 years, Celina: children Donald (Lorraine), Doris (Raymond), Donna (Lester d.), Dennis and Dominic; 11 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; Siblings, Barbara (Robert), Francis (Tom d.), Anna and Michael (Linda d.). The Vigil family who became a part of the Martinez...
John Clinton Hoyt
Dec 12, 2025
John Clinton Hoyt 1939 - 2025
On Sunday, November 30, 2025 our beloved Quicksilver left this earth to begin his next big adventure. From the other side, his loyal dogs, Freedom and Buddy came to comfort him in his last days and to escort him as he passed. He was 85 years old.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill...
Elias "Eli" Romero
Dec 12, 2025
Elias “Eli” Romero from Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away peacefully at the V.A. Hospice on December 12, 2025. Elias was raised in Taos where he attended school and graduated from Taos High School. Elias enlisted in the Army and served in Germany. Elias was a mechanic where he lived and was known by his nickname El Mecanico (The Mechanic).
Elias is...
Stacey Andrews Sepp
Dec 11, 2025
Stacey Andrews Sepp, beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister and friend, passed away on Dec. 10, 2025, at the age of 48. Born on Feb. 24, 1977, in Las Cruces, New Mexico, Stacey lived a life defined by love, resilience and family. She made her home in Parker, Colorado, where she built a beautiful life with her husband, Tim Sepp, and...
Olivia Gonzales
Dec 9, 2025
🕊️ In Loving Memory of Olivia “Libby” Gonzales
July 23, 1946 – December 9, 2025
Olivia “Libby” Gonzales was truly one of a kind. With her passing, we lost not only a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, but also a cherished piece of history. Olivia left this world unexpectedly yet peacefully on December 9, 2025, surrounded by the...
