Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico
Ramon Garcia
Jan 5, 2023
Ramon N. (Ray) Garcia
September 30, 1935 – January 5, 2023
Ramon N. Garcia was born in Pojoaque, NM to Elizario Sr. and Estefanita Garcia. He was a 1954 graduate of Pojoaque Valley High School where he served as President of the Student Council, officer in the Future Farmers of America, and in the Letterman Club as a member of...
Cecelia Whelan
Jan 4, 2023
Tesuque, New Mexico – Cecilia “CeeCee” Simon Whelan, formerly of Waterford, Connecticut, passed away on January 3, 2023, in the presence of her son Bill Whelan, and care provider Evangeline Greene. Ceil was born August 5, 1932, in Brooklyn, New York to Fred Simon and Martha Simon.
In the late 1930’s, the Simon Family moved to Connecticut, where they settled...
Bernadette Roybal
Jan 4, 2023
BERNADETTE (BERNIE) ROYBAL passed away in her home on January 4, 2023. She was preceded in death by her husband Ross; and her beloved son, Sylvian.
She is survived by her children Cecile Garner, Carmen Henri, and Billy Roybal (Nancy), 9 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren, and 1 great- great -grandchild.
A private family burial will be held at a later...
Lloyd Quintana
Jan 4, 2023
Lloyd Quintana, (50), of Santa Fe, New Mexico passed away on January 4, 2023 unexpectedly. He is survived by his wife Marie Elaine Valdez, the love of his life. Son’s Justin (Savannah), Jerad (Jessica). His ray’s of sunlight, his granddaughter’s Azalaya, Ava, and Jonah (grandson). His brother Richard, and sister LoriAnn (James), dad Richard Sr., His amazing father and mother...
Ray Lucero
Jan 4, 2023
Ray Lucero passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, January 4th. Ray was born near Glorieta, NM on January 5th, 1936, to David and Bernardita Lucero. He lived his entire life in the Santa Fe area except for the time he served his country in the Army at Ft. Bliss in El Paso, Texas. Ray started working at a...
Alex Vargas
Jan 3, 2023
Alex Vargas - 84 years old. Born October 16, 1938 in Chimayo, NM to Eulogio and Salome Vargas; passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on Tuesday January 3, 2023 from his three month battle with Leukemia. He is preceded in death by his parents, Eulogio and Salome, his brothers Richard Vargas and Rudy Vargas, and sister Bernie Martinez....
Arturo Madrid
Jan 3, 2023
Arturo Madrid, 88, of Arroyo Seco passed away on January 03, 2023 at the Taos Living Center. He is preceded in death by his parents, Casimira and Melquiades Madrid, brothers and sisters, Casilda and Jose H. Martinez, Remigio and Mary Madrid, Eliza and Maximino Martinez, Ramon and Dora Madrid, brother in law, Pat Esparsen, and special friend Marie Sisneros. He...
Eloy "Woody" Garcia
Jan 2, 2023
Eloy C. Garcia, his departure was on January 2, 2023. He is survived by his wife Gloria Garcia, two sons, Joshua C. Garica and Erik Garcia(Elizabeth), mother, Lula, two sisters, Racheal Hand and Berlinda Archuleta, four brothers, Frank (Melesia) Garcia, Wilfred (Melinda) Garcia, Ernesto (Rekae) Garcia and Edwin Garcia, many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews and countless friends. He...
Jose Vigil
Jan 2, 2023
Jose Longino VigilDate of Birth: 03/09/1926Date of Death: 01/02/2023
Parents: Father: Lorenzo Vigil Mother: Senaida Vigil
Born in Nambe, NM. The Oldest of five siblings Lita, Benito, Gilbert and Lorenzo (Jr.). He was preceded in death by his wife Sophia Vigil, and all of his siblings.He is survived by his son, Douglas Vigil. Granddaughter Johanna Vigil-Leon and her husband Hector,...
Edna Aragon
2023
On Saturday September 16, 2023 Edna Jean Juarros Aragon, loving wife and mother passed away at the age of 69, just four days before her 70th birthday. Edna was born on September 20, 1953 in Wagon Mound, NM to Ricardo and Mary “Mudsy” Juarros. She is the youngest of 7 children.
She married her loving husband Juan Aragon of 49...
Martha Baca
Dec 31, 2022
It is with heavy heart and great sadness that we announce the passing of Martha J Baca on New Year's Eve 2022 following a lengthy illness.
Martha was born in Durango Colorado along with her twin sister Margaret, to Celia and William C. Baca on Father's Day, June 14th 1948.
Martha graduated from Ignacio High School & shortly thereafter moved...
John Ramsay
Dec 29, 2022
A funeral Mass for Mr. John Ramsay will be hosted at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Los Alamos, NM on Saturday, April 1st, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. A reception will follow immediatley after and the family will depart for a private interment at Guaje Pines Cemetery at 12:30. Please attend to celebrate John's life or leave a message...
Chris Ortiz
Dec 28, 2022
Chris M. Ortiz
With great sadness we announce the death of Chris M. Ortiz who was born on February 18, 1954. Chris was called home by our heavenly father on December 28, 2022. In her late 20’s she married the love of her life Froggy Sena. They adopted their daughter Angelina. She was a loving mother to Angelina and...
Eldon Reyer
Dec 26, 2022
A great Ranger and an honored horseman took his final ride. Eldon Reyer passed on Monday, December 26th, 2022, he was 89. He passed peacefully surrounded by his horse, burro, daughters and family. His wife of 63 years, Karen Reyer and infant daughter, Brenda Danette, preceded him in death. He is survived by daughters Kareen Reyer-Martinez, Maureen Reyer-Morley and Aisha...
Eva Martinez
Dec 26, 2022
Eva C. Martinez, 85, formerly of Valdez, passed away December 26, 2022. She is preceded in death by her parents, Benjamin and Arabella Apodaca and sister, Linda Apodaca Trujillo. She is survived by her children, Pete Larry Martinez (Ruby), Debra Tafoya (Felipe) and Arabella Vazquez (Don), grandchildren, Santana Storey (Jake), Veronica Montoya (Nathan), Antonio Tafoya and Alexander Vazquez, great grandchildren,...
Hope Gutierrez
Dec 25, 2022
Hope Gutierrez, 54 peacefully passed into the arms of our lord on December 25, 2022 surrounded by her family. Hope had such a loving heart and expressed love, care and support to all. When her mother became ill she dedicated her life to caring for her. She cared for her mother for 14 years until our lord called for her.
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Amada Montoya
Dec 25, 2022
Amada “Mae” Montoya
As remembered by her family and stories Mae shared with them.
Amada “Mae” Montoya was born on June 13, 1937 to Frances and Herman Baca and was raised by her aunt and uncle Elvira and Samuel Montoya. She passed away on December 25, 2022 following a 5-year battle with leukemia.
Mae was born...
Leo Beckstead
Dec 24, 2022
On December 24, 2022, Leo William Beckstead, beloved husband and father, passed away.
Born on February 9, 1949 in Salt Lake City, Utah, Leo was the youngest of six children to Merrill “Jake” and Vera Beckstead. Leo was very athletic; he loved playing basketball and was a track star. He graduated from East High School in 1967 and went...
Miguel Ramirez-Vasquez
Dec 24, 2022
Miguel Ramírez-Vasquez
September 29th, 1940-December 24th, 2022
It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the death of our beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. Miguel left this earth on December 24th, 2022. He leaves behind a loving family, friends and community. Miguel was a resident of Pecos/Rowe area and adored the place he called home. ...
Joe Ortiz
Dec 24, 2022
The Ortiz Family is saddened to announce the death of their oldest brother, Joe Lucas Ortiz. He is survived by his mother Helen, daughter Jomarie, sisters (Marie, Diana, Beth, and Martha), brothers (Donald, Richard, Anthony, and Adam), nieces, and nephews. Joe was a veteran of the Vietnam War, serving with the USAF in Thailand. Joe Ortiz was a friend to...
