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

Jan 21, 2026

Robert Eric Gustafson, author, journalist, lecturer, curator, gallerist, and arts impresario, died on Wednesday, Jan. 21, at his home in Santa Fe, NM. He was 90. His multifaceted career spanned more than six decades, encompassing theater, visual arts, writing, and event production.[

A native New Yorker, Mr. Gustafson (“Eric”) began his career in the art world was in the auction rooms...

Jan 20, 2026

Colonel Royce Dean Taylor was born on February 10, 1941, in Boles, Arkansas. He passed away at age 84 on January 20, 2026, just 20 days shy of his 85th birthday in Los Alamos, NM. He is survived by his wife, Holly Kenney, his children Jennifer Waller (Jay), Amy Klabunde (Kevin), Royce Taylor (Sonja), grandchildren Haley Waller, Olivia Wallace (Ian),...

Jan 20, 2026

Dr. Logan Keith Kuiper, 85, passed away in Los Alamos, New Mexico, on January 20, 2026. Born on September 12th 1940 in Oskaloosa, Iowa, to Andrew and Bess Kuiper, Logan’s journey took him from a small family farm to the forefront of physics and mathematics.

Logan grew up outside Pella, Iowa, attending the one-room Liberty Corner grade school before graduating from...

Jan 19, 2026

Maria Ernestina Torres Murillo, affectionately known as Tina, unexpectedly passed away on January 19, 2026. She was born February 28, 1983, in Santa Fe, NM to Mary Trujillo (aka Maria Murillo) and Jaime Murillo. Tina was preceded in death by Lupita Trujillo (sister), Miguel Villegas (cousin), Zachary Matthew Gutierrez (cousin), and Carla K Caraveo-Murillo (cousin). Tina is survived by her...

Jan 18, 2026

Humberto F. Martinez, affectionately known as Bert, was born on September 9, 1944, in the quaint village of Cebolla, New Mexico. His journey through life was marked by a radiant spirit, an unyielding passion for his work, and an expansive love for family and friends, all culminating in a legacy that will forever echo in the hearts of those he...

Jan 18, 2026

Fondly known as Amy, Xiao Bing Wei of Los Alamos, NM and originally of Nanning, China, passed away January 18, 2026 at home in Los Alamos after a brief illness at the age of 57.

She leaves behind her husband, Giacomo Brussino, son, James Brussino, mom, Yan Lan and sisters Xiaoyu Wei and Xiaotang Wei amongst many other beloved family members...

Jan 17, 2026

Janet M. Schreiber, PhD passed away peacefully in Albuquerque, NM, on Saturday, January 17, 2026, from natural causes. She is preceded in death by her husband, Richard N Hall and called Santa Fe, NM and Questa, NM home.

Professor Schreiber graduated from the University of California, Berkeley with a PhD in medical anthropology and moved to Northern New Mexico in 1989...

Jan 17, 2026

Isaiah J. Padilla, a cherished husband, father, son, brother, and beloved member of the Santa Fe community, was born on November 23, 1995, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, and was called home to be with the Lord on January 17, 2026. His passing came far too soon, and his loss is deeply felt by all who knew and loved him.

Isaiah...

Jan 16, 2026

Anya McFadden, 16, passed away peacefully at Children's Hospital in Denver Colorado following a short hospital stay on Friday, January 16.

She is preceded in death by her grandfather, Michael Paul McFadden. Anya is survived by her parents, Anthony and Jessica McFadden, her siblings Leif, Eleanor and Evelyn McFadden, her maternal grandparents Anthony and Lynn Storey and her paternal grandmother, Katherine...

Jan 16, 2026

Earl Michael "Mike" Boule, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away from a sudden illness on January 16, 2026, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, while surrounded by his family. Mike was born and raised in Albuquerque, where he lived until 1994, when he moved to Santa Fe. 

Mike attended the New Mexico Military Institute, graduating from both high school and junior college....

Jan 16, 2026

Our dear beloved Mother, Ernestine Montoya, passed into eternal life on January 16th, 2026. She was 84 years old and is already missed beyond words.

She was born in Ocate, NM, on October 8th, 1941, to the late Ernesto and Clodovea Pacheco. She spent her youth in Ocate, Maxwell, and finally spent her formative years in Ranchos de Taos. She graduated...

Jan 16, 2026

Stephen A. Ciddio, a dedicated son, brother, and friend, passed away on January 16, 2026, at the age of 75. Born on September 25, 1950, Stephen lived a life characterized by his reserved nature, calm demeanor, and an unexpected sense of humor that brought joy to those around him.

Stephen proudly served his country as a Retired Navy Chief, displaying a...

Jan 16, 2026

Jamie Rafael Archuleta, 51 of Cerro, NM was born in Santa Fe in 1974 and was raised in Taos and Cerro. Jamie graduated in 1993 from Questa High School and later attended New Mexico Highlands University in Las Vegas, NM, majoring in music studies. Music played an integral part of his life, inspired at an early age by his Uncle...

Jan 14, 2026

With heavy hearts and deep gratitude, we remember Elmer Archuleta, who peacefully passed away on January 14, 2026, at the age of 92, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Questa, New Mexico, on February 5, 1933, to Adonario and Crecelia Archuleta, Elmer’s life was a testament to devotion, kindness, and the enduring power of family. 

Elmer was a beloved husband...

Jan 13, 2026

David Nelson Denman III, 94, of Santa Fe, New Mexico, passed away at home on January 13, 2026 to gentle music played for him by two of his sons. Dave was born on March 26, 1931 in Greensburg, Pennsylvania and grew up in Latrobe and Mt. Lebanon, near Pittsburgh, PA. He graduated from Mt. Lebanon High School, where he achieved...

Jan 13, 2026

Beloved mother, wife, grandmother, great grandmother, and great-great grandmother passed away on January 13, 2026. Selfa was born on September 8, 1932 in Truchas, New Mexico. She lived most of her life in Santa Fe, New Mexico with her husband Efren Trujillo. Selfa was an amazing, kind, loving, happy, and very funny person. She will be greatly missed. Selfa was...

Jan 13, 2026

Jan 13, 2026

Marjorie Lee Felser (nee) Mahr, formerly of Baltimore, MD, passed away in Taos, NM, on January 13, 2026. She is survived by her brother, Malcolm D. Mahr (Vero Beach, FL); three children, Andrew J. Felser (Denver, CO), Lawrence D. Felser (Ithaca, NY), and Susanne R. Felser (Taos, NM); three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

Marjorie braved the 70s, working in a man’s...

Jan 12, 2026

Carmen D. Medina, a lifelong resident of Taos, passed away suddenly on January 12, 2026.

Carmen is survived by her sister Gloria Chacon, her daughter Jacqueline Medina (Erik) and son Paul Medina (Kieulan), son-in-law David Thielmann, her grandchildren, Stephanie, Moriah, Mante, Logan, Isabella, and Luca, four great-grandchildren, and her brothers-and sisters-in-law Jose Dolores Medina, Andy Medina, Mary McDowell, Seraphine Montoya, Michael...

Jan 12, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Steven Mark Bransford. Steve, age 54, passed away on January 12, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was born on February 21, 1971, in Las Vegas, New Mexico, to Jim and Linda Bransford.

Steven was preceded in death by his father, Jim Bransford; his paternal grandparents, Alex and...