Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico

Mar 31, 2023

John Thaddeus Tyson, MD (1934-2023)

"There is a light that shines bright in every one of us. To see that light in others, you don't need glasses, just compassion." ― Charles F Glassman

Kindness, Generosity, Enthusiasm, Compassion, Love, Persistence, Strength and Resilience.  These are the words that best describe our father and friend, John Tyson, MD.  He was passionate about...

Mar 31, 2023

Franklin J. Naivar, a long-time resident of Los Alamos, died peacefully in his sleep on March 31, 2023. 

Franklin was born August 11, 1940, to Leo W. and Annie (Svrcek) Naivar, In Taylor, Texas.  He was preceded in death by his parents Leo W. and Annie Naivar, his wife of almost 56 years, Aloma (Eiben) Naivar, daughter Julianne Marie...

Mar 30, 2023

Aaron “The Bear Man” Sanchez, 84, of Pilar went home to the Lord on March 30, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, Aaron and Onita Montoya Sanchez, brothers, Gilbert Sanchez and Jimmy Sanchez, sisters, Erlinda Robbins and Maryann Carabajal.  He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Lillie, nephews, Gillie Grey, Desi Flores, and Tony Archuleta...

Mar 30, 2023

Mar 30, 2023

Garcia, Rosendo passed away peacefully at his home early Thursday morning March 30th at the age of 98. Rosendo was born January 26th, 1925 in the community of Guachupangue in the Espanola Valley area. He made his home with his loving wife , Ida in San Pedro since their marriage in 1946. Rosendo is survived by his sons: Ross (Rosendo,...

Mar 30, 2023

Joseph P. Vigil (Joey) born July 17, 1959, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2023 due to health issues.

Joey will be dearly missed by all, he was a very giving and caring person who had a love for Arts & Crafts. He was a great artist and always being creative in sharing his art by giving his family and...

Mar 29, 2023

Dearly LOVED Leslie Lewis Samuel, devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend passed away on March 29th, 2023, at age 72, after a 15-year battle with cancer. Les faced his health challenges with resolute determination to stay beside his wife Lisa for as long as possible.       

Les was born in Chicago to Emma Parks-Samuel and Lewis D. Samuel. He was...

Mar 28, 2023

                                          Piper Morgan Mackenzie

                                               8/25/93-3/28/23

Please join us at Rivera Funeral Home on 417 Rodeo Road Thursday, April 6th starting at 6:00 for an open reception to celebrate the life of Piper Morgan Mackenzie. At sunset, a bagpiper will lead us to her resting place for a moment of remembrance.  A private burial ceremony will be held earlier in...

Mar 27, 2023

Loving husband, best grandpa, man of God, Marc was a fun, loving, spontaneous person who gave his life to God in 2019.

He was a member of Living Water Miracle Center and loved his job at A+ Sustainable Coatings. He was a hard worker.

After years of struggling with addiction, he gave his life to God 4 years ago and...

Mar 27, 2023

Debra Villalobos-Whaley was born on May 11th, 1955 in Alton, TX to Lenore and Herman Howard. Two years later, on February 7th, 1957 she became the big sister of Kathryn Ann Howard. From a young age Debra loved nature, gardening, had an active imagination, and was an observer and artist at heart. Though she faced many hard things in her...

Mar 27, 2023

Remigio Wilfred “Will” Padilla of Santa Fe New Mexico 

6/16/37 - 3/27/23

Our loving husband, dad, uncle, grandpa, brother and friend has gone to be with our Lord.

He was proceeded in death by his daughter Antionette, who took him by the hand and welcomed him with open arms. 

As well as his parents, Remigio and Nora Padilla....

Mar 26, 2023

Jackie Suazo of Santa Fe, NM was born on February 22, 1935, in Abiquiu, NM to Lucia Suazo and Emejirio Jaramillo. Jackie went to be with our heavenly father on March 26, 2023, unexpectedly.

He is preceded in death by his children Jacob and Kenny Suazo, Manuel Lopez, Mother Lucia Suazo, father Emejirio Jaramillo, brothers Arturo and Nelson Suazo and...

Mar 25, 2023

Clara Lynn Prada June 4, 1991 - March 25, 2023 Santa Fe, NM

Clara L. Prada,  A beloved Mother, Daughter, Sister and Aunt, passed away after a long battle with Cancer. She is Survived by her boyfriend Anthony Gonzales, Her 3 Children J.C. Valdez, Avery Gonzales and Leandro Gonzales, Mother Emma Bachicha (Krystal Garcia), Father Ernesto Prada, Sister Desiree Prada,...

Mar 25, 2023

Frances Lucille Ruiz, A.K.A. McGinty, was born August 15, 1932 and died March 25, 2023 in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

Frances lived a full life despite the great losses she experienced. Her love of nature and all creatures was legendary.

Frances was born in Kansas City, Kansas and moved with her family to Los Angeles, California when she was three...

Mar 25, 2023

A Visitation will take place on Friday, March 31, 2023 starting at 12:00pm at the Rivera Family Kiva Chapel of Light, 417 Rodeo Rd, Santa Fe, NM with a Funeral Service to follow at 1:00PM also at the Rivera Family Kiva Chapel of Light.

Mar 24, 2023

Aurelio Pacheco passed away on March 24, 2023. Aurelio was born on the 21st of July 1930 in Toas, New Mexico. Aurelio was a veteran of the U.S. Army.

He is survived by his children, Clarence and Katie Pacheco, Danny and Lisa Pacheco, Arlene and Clyde Ferguson, Anna and Fab Sandoval. Aurelio has nine grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. Aurelio was...

Mar 23, 2023

Sylvia Ann Mathews, age 62, passed away on March 23, 2023. Sylvia was born and raised in the Panama Canal Zone, 2nd youngest of 8 siblings. She moved with her family to Alabama as a young teen. The family eventually made their way to Albuquerque where she attended Sandia High School. Sylvia spent the rest of her life as a...

Mar 23, 2023

Elizabeth (Lisa) Griego,

On March 23, 2023, our beloved sister, Lisa Griego, passed away peacefully at home.

A lifelong resident of Santa Fe, she was the youngest child of Lucille Montoya Percy, who recently passed away.

Lisa is survived by her son Cody Lujan, his wife Dayna and grandson Greyson,

brother Richard Griego and wife Janice, sisters Debbie Griego and...

Mar 21, 2023

Louanne M. Gallegos, Age 78, passed away on Tuesday, March 21, 2023 following a short illness. 

Louanne was the daughter of Roger and Frances Gallegos.  Louanne is survived by her sister; Lillian Gallegos, Nephews; Geno Gallegos, Kevin Gallegos and Erik Gallegos, and niece, Serenity Gallegos.

On April 11, 2023, a Rosery at will be held at 9:00am mass to...

Mar 20, 2023

Samuel Dominguez, devout Jehovah’s Witness, father, brother, and amigo to all, has gone home peacefully to his final reward, Monday, March 20, 2023, at the Raymond G. Murphy VA Medical Center in Albuquerque, NM. He was born to Anita Dominguez, at home, in Chamisal, NM, October 22, 1935.

His formal education began in a one room schoolhouse in Chamisal whereas...