Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico
Theresa Montoya
Mar 18, 2023
Theresa Montoya, 53, our beloved mother, sister, auntie, grandma, and daughter passed away on Saturday, March 18, 2023 in Española, NM. She was born on November 25, 1969 in Santa Fe, NM to Gloria Martinez and Frank Montoya
She is preceded in death by her father Frank and sister Juanita “Pina” Martinez. Theresa is survived by her mother Gloria,...
Ralph "Jerry" Laughlin
Mar 16, 2023
Long time Taos resident Jerry Laughlin passed away on March 16th after living a full, active life. Born in 1926 in the tiny town of Gotebo, Oklahoma, he graduated from high school in Oklahoma City in 1944 and immediately enlisted in the Navy at 17 years old. From 1944 to 1946 he served in the Pacific Theater aboard the sub...
Andrew Roybal
Mar 16, 2023
A Rosary will take place on Friday, March 31, 2023 at 10:00am at St. Anthony's in Pecos with Funeral Mass to follow at 11:00am. Burial will follow immediately at Pecos Cemetery.
James Prunty
Mar 15, 2023
James Gordon Prunty born in Kansas City, MO on February 23, 1941 passed in peace at the age of 82 on Wednesday March 15, 2023. Preceded in death by his husband, Eugene Louis Van Natta. Jay is survived by his sister Christine McGlothlin and husband Jerry, his son Louie Jimenez, nephew Christopher Kirchner and relatives and friends. Jay will be...
John De Puy
Mar 15, 2023
John R. De Puy In his studio, amongst his artwork, looking out over the landscape that brought him so much joy and surrounded by his family (and his beloved cat, Tigger), my husband, John De Puy’s spirit soared peacefully and gently to the heavens on March 15, 2023. John was born on December 17, 1927, in New Brunswick, NJ to...
Diana Garcia
Mar 14, 2023
Diana was born in Albuquerue New Mexico on May 28, 1955 to Fred and Rose Silva. She had seven siblings. Diana married Rudy Garcia on Dec 27, 1975 and they had three children Roselia, Marco, and Randy. She loved her entire family.
Diana was passionate about art. She was creative in many ways from sewing aprons, cake decorating, drawing, and...
Linda Webb
Mar 14, 2023
She lived with spirit as if there might be no tomorrow. She loved fully with every cell in her being, especially her amazing husband of 23 years Mike ‘Rosey’ Rosanbalm. She was a fiercely loyal friend. Daughter of Edward and Carol Webb, Sister to David, Trish and Bryan, Mother to Fran Sinkler and the son and daughter of another mother...
Dennis Padilla Sr.
Mar 12, 2023
Dennis Richard Padilla – July 21, 1937 – March 12, 2023
Our loving father, Dennis Padilla, passed away Sunday, March 12, 2023 in the peace of his home. Born in San Rafael, NM in 1937, he was the youngest of six. Dad lived a long and full life of love, family and faith. He loved his mother, our Grandma Reyes,...
Bennie Montoya
Mar 11, 2023
Rodulfo “Bennie” Montoya, 101, went home to be with the Lord on March 11, 2023. Bennie was born on August 20, 1921, in Santa Fe, to Jose and Isabelita Montoya. He was a lifelong resident of the Village of Agua Fria in Santa Fe. He proudly served in the United States Army between 1943 and 1945, during World War II,...
Juanita Sena
Mar 10, 2023
OBITUARY FOR JUANITA A. SENA
Our loving mother and grandmother, Juanita A. Sena, 82, passed away on March 10, 2023.
A lifelong resident of Chupadero, NM, she was surrounded by her family as she passed into her everlasting life with God our Father.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Barnabe & Rosita Martinez, brothers Merjildo, Estevan and Frank,...
William Pless
Mar 10, 2023
A viewing will take place on Friday, March 17, 2023 starting at 12:00pm at the Rivera Family Kiva Chapel of Light. A Prayer Service will start at 1:00pm.
Burial is pending at this time.
Stephanie Sydoriak
Mar 10, 2023
Stephanie Marie Sydoriak passed away peacefully on Friday, March 10th, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. At 96, Stephanie enjoyed a wonderful, energetic life in Los Alamos, New Mexico.
A memorial will be held on July 20th, 2023 from 1pm-3:30pm at Fuller Lodge in Los Alamos.
Stephanie Sydoriak possessed many talents. She was an engaging storyteller, published author and poet,...
M Jane Engel
Mar 10, 2023
A life well lived. It is with great personal sadness that we announce the passing of M. Jane Engel on Friday March 10th. From a child growing up in worn-torn Great Britain, to a global citizen who lived and traveled freely over 5 continents until finally settling in Taos just over 25 years ago. Jane leaves behind a legacy of...
Robert (Bob) Regan
Mar 10, 2023
Robert (Bob) Charles Regan, passed away peacefully from Parkinson's Disease on March 10, 2023 at the age of 78. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend who will be fondly remembered for his warm heart, sense of humor, love for family, golden retrievers, unwavering loyalty to his favorite sport teams, and pride in his Irish heritage. May...
John Armijo
Mar 9, 2023
JOHN ARMIJO
John O. Armijo 93 of Santa Fe, NM, passed away on March 9, 2023. A devout Catholic and owner of Johnnie’s Cash Store for 77 years. He was born on October 27, 1929 In Santa Fe, NM to Orlando Armijo and Lorencita Martinez, he was married to Bertha Armijo, his wife of 70 years. John is preceded...
Patricia Kaufman
Mar 8, 2023
"And when great souls die, after a period peace blooms, slowly and always irregularly. Spaces fill with a kind of soothing electric vibration. Our senses, restored, never to be the same, whisper to us. They existed. They existed. We can be. Be and be better. For they existed." -Maya Angelou
A teacher, A mother, and A grandma too, this is...
Edwin Davis
Mar 8, 2023
On Wednesday, March 8th, 2023, Edwin Leo Davis, loving father and friend, passed away at the age of 81. Ed was born in Gunter Texas on June 30, 1941 to Joe and Lona (Williams) Davis. The family moved to Meeker Colorado when he was still very young. He spent much of his youth exploring and getting into mischief in the...
Louis Heidel
Mar 7, 2023
Louis (Louie) Raymond Heidel, age 66, passed away in Santa Fe, New Mexico, early March 2023.
Louis is preceded in death by his father Leonard Heidel, Mother Virginia Soto, Brothers Michael Soto, Paul Heidel, and infant baby sister Teresita Heidel. Louis is survived by his son Jason Heidel, and daughter Melissa Heidel (Brandon); Jason and Melissa’s mother Pamela Valdez;...
Barbara Gudwin
Mar 6, 2023
Barbara R. Gudwin
It is with great sadness that the family of Barbara announces her passing on March 6th, 2023. Barbara was born July 3rd, 1947 was 75 years old and after a long fight with ALS she passed away in her home surrounded by her family and at peace. Barbara was a beloved wife, mother, friend and advocate. She...
Isaac Valdez
Mar 6, 2023
Isaac Joseph Valdez Obituary
Isaac Joseph Valdez III age 60 passed away peacefully Monday March 6, 2023, due to heart complications. He was born February 10, 1963, in Santa Fe New Mexico
Isaac was a free spirit who lived his life his way. He was a thoughtful and kind soul who will be missed and remembered by the many lives...
