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

Mar 3, 2023

Arlene E. Martinez, 76, passed away on March 03, 2023 after a short illness. She retired from Taos Municipal Schools as their business manager. She is preceded in death by her husband, Robert A. Martinez, parents, Eloisa and Nieves Anaya, Alicia Wisehart (George), Eloy Santistevan, sister, Monica Des Georges, brothers, Lawrence and Jim Santistevan.  She is survived by her children,...

Mar 3, 2023

Victoriano (Victor) Martinez passed away on March 3, 2023, at his home in El Prado, NM at the age of 93. He was born in Dixon, NM, on September 17,  1929, to Fedilino and Luisita Gonzales Martinez, Victor is preceded in death by his sons, Angelo and Dennis Martinez, parents, Fedilino and Luisa G Martinez, brothers, Bences, Edwardo and Willie,...

Mar 3, 2023

Mar 3, 2023

Richard Urioste, 84, passed away peacefully at his home in Pojoaque, NM on March 3, 2023. Richard went to be with his Lord Jesus Christ. His funeral service will be held on Wednesday, March 22nd, at Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe in Pojoaque starting with the Rosary offering at 9:00am MST and followed by internment at Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Santa...

Mar 2, 2023

Lenore Erck, 86, of Las Vegas, NV but born and raised in Taos passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on March 02, 2023. She is preceded in death by her children, Rebecca J. Martinez, Fabian and Luke Lucero, parents, Epimenio and Audilia Lucero, brother, Leroy Lucero, sister, Baida Lucero and grandson in law, Donn Knepp. Lenore is survived by...

Mar 2, 2023

Nancy Jean Leinneweber passed away Thursday, March 2, 2023 in Angel Fire, New Mexico with her loving husband Martin Leinneweber, cat (Bogey), and dog (Tucker) by her side. She was 74 years of age when she went to be with the Lord.

She was born in Decatur, Illinois May 30, 1949 to Herbert and Phyllis Goers. Nancy graduated college and...

Mar 1, 2023

In loving memory of a monumental and gentle soul – Roberta Elaine Fine eased from this land at the age of 90 on Wednesday, March 1, 2023, in Santa Fe, NM surrounded by all three of her children, one day after celebrating the birthday of her cherished mother.  Roberta was born to parents Erna and George Rozanske in May 1932...

Mar 1, 2023

Benny F. Montoya went home to be with the lord & his beloved wife he missed dearly on March 1st, 2023. Benny was born in Santa Fe, New Mexico March 14, 1945. He was a retired State Employee and very proud he worked at the New Mexico Game & Fish, he was also a proud band and family member of...

Mar 1, 2023

Benny F. Montoya went home to be with the lord & his beloved wife he missed dearly on March 1st, 2023. Benny was born in Santa Fe, New Mexico March 14, 1945. He was a retired State Employee and very proud he worked at the New Mexico Game & Fish, he was also a proud band and family member of...

Mar 1, 2023

Paul Kamprath, age 58, died March 1st of a cardiac event. He was born in Austin, TX, attended Austin High School and the University of Texas.  He worked with the Texas Legislature for approximately 25 years, as a proof reader, legislative aide, and chief of staff before moving to Taos.  He was a substitute teacher for eight years in the...

Feb 25, 2023

Joy Mondragon, age 57, passed away unexpectedly on February 25th, 2023. She was born July 1965 in Alamosa CO. to Carlos “Charlie” Mondragon, and Lucy Valdez. Growing up she lived in Colorado and Wyoming, before settling in New Mexico at a young age with her father, and siblings. Joy was always more of a tom boy and was more often...

Feb 25, 2023

On Saturday, February 25, 2023, Anthony David Silva Jr. passed away at the age of 53. Anthony was born in Santa Fe, NM on April 19, 1969, to Anthony David Silva Sr. and Lorraine (Montoya) Silva. He was a proud member of the 1986 Demon football team and the class of 1987. He went on to receive his bachelor’s degree...

Feb 23, 2023

Gloria “Punky” Dofflemyer, 78, went home to be with Our Lord on February 23, 2023 surrounded by her family. As a single mother, Gloria completed her studies in cosmetology, operating her own hair salon in Pecos, NM for a few years. In 1975, she began her waitressing career with Tia Sophia’s, serving locals and tourists for over 25 years. She...

Feb 22, 2023

                                          Ramona "Rams" Olivas

                                 January 14, 1952 – February 22, 2023

 

Ramona “Rams” Olivas was called home on February 22, 2023. She is Preceded in death by her son Anthony, parents Margaret and Nick Gonzalez. Siblings Veronica, Josie, Ramona, Carla, Rudy, Carmela. She is survived by her Husband Robert and children Dorinda, Diana, and Douglas, Goddaughter Raychel & Godson...

Feb 22, 2023

Atanacio is preceded in death by his parents Amado and Eufemia Romero; brother Sonny Romero; sisters Sobie Chavez, Tillie Chavez, Cristy Romero and Mary Madore; and grandson Kodi Wheeler.  He is survived by his wife of 72 years, Loretta Romero; children Jim Romero (Luz), Hazel Romero (Ramon), Randy Romero (Trini) and Renee Romero; grandchildren Melissa Romero Smith (Smitty), Iris Romero,...

Feb 20, 2023

Amparo G. Cohn, 98 died peacefully surrounded by her family on February 20, 2023.  Amparo is preceded in death by her two sons, Bobby L. and George A. Cohn, father of her children, Robert A. Cohn, daughters in law, Jane Cohn and Ruby Archuleta, parents, Jose and Guadalupe Gonzales, sisters, Josephine and baby Juanita Gonzales, brothers and sisters in law,...

Feb 19, 2023

Albert W. (Al) Blackstock was born on January 25, 1927, to Joseph Beauford and Lela (Virginia) Howdeshell Blackstock in Waco, Texas. The middle child of three sons, Al demonstrated a penchant for learning at an early age, often choosing studying over outdoor sports, which ultimately led to a Bachelor of Science from Texas A&M, a Master of Science from Rice...

Feb 18, 2023

Russell Green, 50+ year resident of Taos, Silversmith, died on February 18th at home after a short illness. He is survived by his family: Joseph Green, Gayle & Gabriella Glanz, Lauren King, Sarah & Judith Witten & Emma, Kaia & Dana Miller. 

Arrangements by Rivera Family Funeral Home. To share a memory, please visit our website at www.riverafuneralhome.com

Feb 17, 2023

When we think of Zéna, we think of her singing, dancing, playing the piano, welcoming friends, praying, and caring for others whenever she saw a need, whether it was a neighbor or someone she had just met. Her biggest joy in life was being a mother and raising her five children. Above all she loved God. Zéna’s strong faith, which...

Feb 17, 2023

Richard David Maestas, age 52, of Ohkay Owingeh, entered eternal life on Friday February 17, 2023.

Richard joined his father Frank Maestas in heaven. Along with, Paternal grandparents Benjamin and Filia Maestas and Maternal grandparents Cruzito and Carmelita Garcia.

He is survived by his children Kraig Maestas and Dakota Maestas (Joe); Grandchildren Paityn and Brady; Mother Marie Isabel Maestas; Sister...