Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico
Susan A. Trefzger Shiels Burbank
Nov 25, 2025
Susan Burbank (Sue) passed 11/25/25 peacefully in her Santa Fe home of 34 years with two of her children by her side. Born in Cincinnati, 8/26/1933, to Marie Rose Niland Trefzger and Francis Franz Trefzger, along with older sister Patricia Trefzger Overbeck. She married her high school sweetheart, J. Michael Shiels, in 1953 while he was enlisted as a jet...
Ralph S Pattelena
Nov 25, 2025
It is with sadness and joy that we announce our dear father Ralph Pattelena’s passing on to the good lord on November 25th 2025 at the age of 88.
Ralph was born on December 27th 1936 in Stoneham, MA and grew up in Everett MA with his mother Adeline, father Steve and sister Marie. He attended Cornell University and was the...
Joseph Harold Romero
Nov 24, 2025
JOSEPH HAROLD ROMERO, most people know him as Harold from Johnny’s Market, passed away on November 24, 2025, at home with his family by his side after a lengthy illness.
He was born January 26, 1949, to Jose E Romero and Frances M. Romero. He was predeceased by his parents, wife Patricia A. Romero, brother Leonard Romero, in-laws John P. Lujan...
Alfredo (Fred) R. Sena
Nov 24, 2025
Alfredo (Fred) R. Sena, July 22, 1944 – November 24, 2025, passed away due to complications from injuries sustained in an accident on October 20, 2025. Fred, 81 was born to Alfredo and Elisaria Sena in Pecos, New Mexico. Fred was a longtime radio presence in Santa Fe. He and his wife Dolores Sena owned KVSF AM 1260 and KNYN...
Mary "Lorraine" Price
Nov 23, 2025
Mary "Lorraine" Price (nee Kikola), beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, November 23, 2025. She is reunited in heaven with her devoted husband John, cherished grandson John Joseph Price (John Boy) and loving parents Theresa and Anthony.
She is survived by her dear children John and Carole, Mary and Alta, her grandchildren Carly...
Rosina P. Silva
Nov 23, 2025
Rosina P. Silva, 93, of Santa Fe, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on November 23, 2025, the Feast of Christ the King. She was born on June 30, 1932, in Santa Fe, where she lived her entire life.
During her working years, Rosina held many positions, but she was especially proud of her time with the National Park Service in the...
Raymond Anthony Costa
Nov 22, 2025
Raymond Anthony Costa was born to Judy and Bob on August 31, 1964 in Sacramento California. He was raised in Vallejo CA with siblings Rob and Tony. As a teenager Ray met Betsy Work, his first wife and the mother of his sons Joseph and Travis. Following his parents, Ray relocated to Nevada in the early 80's seeking work in...
James Richard Smart
Nov 22, 2025
James Smart October 27, 1946 – November 22, 2025 After living all over the world, James spent his last 18 years in La Puebla. James was involved with the beginning of the Espanola Farmers' Market, served as secretary and vice president of the Cuatro Villas MDWUA, and volunteered at the Espanola Library Bookstore. He is survived by his wife Leigh...
Cheryl Tongate
Nov 21, 2025
With great sadness, the family of Cheryl Tongate shares that she passed away peacefully on November 21, 2025, with her family by her side. She left this world the same way she navigated it in life-on her own terms, with honesty, wit, and deep spiritual trust.Cheryl was a hardworking, trailblazing, wisdom-keeping, devoted matriarch, beloved wife and mother of four. She...
Stella Ellen Benavidez
Nov 20, 2025
Stella Ellen Benavidez age 59 .Born in Gonzales Ranch N.M on May 18th 1966 . Went home to be with her savior, On November 20th, 2025. After a sudden illness. Stella was a long life resident of Gonzales Ranch N.M. She is Preceded in death by her parents Helen and Eloy Gonzales .Her Mother in law and Father in law...
Jimmy Joe Leeder
Nov 20, 2025
Jimmy Joe Leeder, born on May 25, 1961, in the charming town of Raton, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2025, in Albuquerque, surrounded by the unwavering love of his wife, Patty, and his cherished cousin, Jodie Lynn. He was a man whose presence was as comforting as a warm blanket on a chilly evening, and whose laughter...
Domitilia Tillie Rivera
Nov 20, 2025
Domitilia Tillie Rivera, a beloved matriarch and spirited entrepreneur, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2025, at the age of 98, surrounded by her loving family in Santa Fe. Born on May 22, 1927, in San Jose, Tillie's life was a tapestry woven with strength, love, and a zest for joy that lit up the lives of all who knew...
Herbert Wayne Faling
Nov 19, 2025
Herbert Wayne Faling passed away on November 19, 2025, surrounded by his wife, Ann Marie, his daughter, Victoria, and his brother, Jeff. He spent his last days looking out at the view of the Ortiz Mountains and the Cerrillos Hills from the living room in his adopted home of Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Herb was born in Lincoln, Nebraska on March...
Ronald Davis
Nov 19, 2025
Abstract Illusionist Painter, 1937-2025
"Illusions are real.” – Ron
Ronald W. Davis passed away on November 19, 2025 at home in Arroyo Hondo, NM at the age of 88, surrounded by family.
A renowned, internationally-known painter since the mid-1960s, Ronald's artwork has been acquired by private collectors and museums around the world, with over 70 solo exhibitions mounted in art galleries from coast...
Judith "Judy" Ann Martinez
Nov 19, 2025
Judith "Judy" Ann Martinez, a beloved presence in the lives of her family and friends, passed away on November 19, 2025, at the age of 81. Born in 1944, Judy embraced a life rich in love, laughter, and cherished connections, leaving behind an indelible legacy of kindness and warmth.
Judy dedicated her career to Electronics Assembly, where her meticulous nature and...
Anita Ulibarri
Nov 18, 2025
Anita Marie Ulibarri 47 was born on October 20, 1978, and passed on November 18, 2025. She was preceded in death by her mother Eileen Lopez on December 19, 1997, and will be buried on the same date.
She is survived by her father David Ulibarri. Her oldest son Dylan Chavez (fiancé Ariana) and her little granddaughter Payton Eileen. Her younger...
Regina "Jean" Lipman-Troxel
Nov 16, 2025
I met my wife Jean on an online dating service, and, after our third date, we knew we were in love. When I told her I planned to move to New Mexico to be an astronomer, she told me she wanted to come with me and support my efforts. She also insisted that we live in Taos.
After a few years...
Jeannene Mattingly Hanson
Nov 16, 2025
Jeannene Mattingly Hanson, 89, of Los Alamos, New Mexico, passed away on November 16, 2025. She was born on January 9, 1936 in a farmhouse near Portland, Kansas to Ruther Meder Mattingly and Ena Mae Lott Mattingly. After graduating from high school in Caldwell, Kansas, she dropped her given first name, Treva, in favor of her middle name, Jeannene, and...
Toby I. Sanchez
Nov 16, 2025
Toby I. Sanchez born on July 31, 1941, to Jose and Antonia Sanchez in Shoemaker, New Mexico, suddenly passed away on Sunday, November 16, 20225 at Northeastern Hospital in Las Vegas, New Mexico surrounded by his loving family. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jose and Antonio Sanchez, siblings, Albert Domingez, Joseph Sanchez, Bessie Madrid, and in-laws, Mike...
Elias Josiah Tiberi
Nov 15, 2025
Obituary from his loving Mother & Family
Elias Josiah Tiberi, 21, passed away tragically Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025, in Espanola, NM. Elias was a bright and creative soul whose passion for music, skateboarding, and cars, his loyalty to his friends, and infectious energy will be sadly missed.
Born April 6, 2004, in Uniontown, PA, Elias came into this world with a smile...
