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

Apr 19, 2025

Raymond Severn “Woody” Witkowski, of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away on April 19, 2025, at the age of 83, surrounded by his loved one’s. Woody was born on May 11, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois to Severn and Cecilia (nee Mroczkowski) Witkowski. Woody was a United States Navy Veteran, serving two tours in Vietnam. During his deployment's he was assigned to...

Apr 18, 2025

John Richard Gembreska, 75, went home to the Father Almighty on Good Friday, April 18, 2025 at 6:20p while in the care of Compassus Hospice. He struggled for 15 years with respiratory issues and ultimately died of COPD. His passing was very peaceful with the help of Dr. Kingston and the nursing staff at Christus St. Vincent’s and nurse Marianna...

Apr 18, 2025

Pricilla Margret Durr (Mama D)

Margaret was born on February 8, 1946, to Phil and Didia Gonzales. Was Married to Edwin Ernest Durr for 47 long and wonderful years. She was born and raised in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Margret passed away April 18, 2025 tranquilly in her sleep at home. However, in Margret’s life she was a devoted aunt, wife,...

Apr 18, 2025

Maria Enedina (Edna) Schutz Age: 92 Resident: White Rock, NM. She went to be with our Lord on April 18, 2025 at her home, surrounded by her children Bill, Leroy, Karen and Maria.

Edna was born on August 6, 1932, in La Jara, CO, to Pedro and Isabel Padilla. She married William Joshua Schutz, Sr. on August 16, 1956, in Los...

Apr 17, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Michelle Janice Armijo Wright, who left this world on April 17, 2025, after struggling with a long-term illness. She passed peacefully in Albuquerque, New Mexico, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on October 24, 1983, Michelle brought light, laughter, and love into the lives of everyone she met. She was a devoted mother,...

Apr 17, 2025

Our beloved Isaac Michael Madrid from La Mesilla, born on October 11, 2005, went home to be with the Lord early in the morning on April 17, 2025, as the result of a car accident.

Isaac was preceded in death by his father, Michael Montoya, paternal grandparents, Isauro Sr. and Mary Madrid, Uncle Harry Madrid, Aunt Molly Martinez, Cousin David Madrid,...

Apr 16, 2025

Jose Raul Ocampo-Baldizon departed to his eternal home with our Lord Jesus on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. He was born on April 11, 1936, in Rivas, Nicaragua. Overcoming great odds, he earned a degree in agronomy and worked in banking. He moved his family to the United States in 1978 seeking safety and a better life. Raul, as he was...

Apr 15, 2025

Virginia V. Romero 

August 15, 1935 – April 15, 2025

Virginia V. Romero, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2025, at the age of 89. Born on August 15, 1935, in Taos, New Mexico, to Virginia and Juan Andres Vargas, she lived a life of love, resilience, and deep devotion to family, faith, and...

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Ysabel Marie Rey Velarde

Ysabel Marie Rey Velarde, 27, left this world to be with our Lord and Savior on April 11, 2025. Born in Santa Fe, New Mexico, on July 1, 1997, Ysabel was the beloved daughter of Diego and Yvette (Rey) Velarde, and cherished sister to Victoria and Diego Estevan.

As a child, Ysabel was bright, spirited, and curious. From...

Apr 12, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Earl Valerio, who left us peacefully surrounded by family on April 12, 2025.

Earl is preceded in death by his parents Cruz and Rosabel Valerio, brother Alex Valerio, nephew Fernando Coca, niece Gina Trujillo, father-in-law Roberto Ortiz; brothers-in-law Clarence Valerio, Andrew Ortiz, and Herman Manzanares and sister-in-law Diane...

Apr 11, 2025

Richard Bruce Holcomb passed peacefully into eternal life on Friday, April 11, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Richard was born to Gayle and Miriam (Ridgeway) Holcomb on December 28, 1937, in Little Rock, Arkansas. He grew up in Oklahoma City, and he was in the first graduating class of Northwest Classen High School in 1956. He received his bachelor’s degree in...

Apr 11, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we announce the unexpected passing of Elaine Trujillo, who departed this life on April 11, 2025, the day she turned 78. Elaine tragically lost her life as the result of a senseless vehicular incident. She was taken from us far too soon, and her absence leaves a deep void in the...

Apr 11, 2025

George Martinez, age 71, passed away April 11, 2025. George was born June 2, 1953, in Santa Fe, New Mexico to the late Sixto and Catalina Sandoval Martinez. George worked as an estate caretaker, specializing in house painting and home beautifying. He attended New Mexico Highlands University. He was a member of the College Church of Christ. George was not...

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Christina “Tina” Salazar Ertmer

Christina “Tina” Salazar Ertmer, devoted art teacher and lifelong dog lover, passed away on April 9, 2025. She was preceded in death by her father, Joe Salazar; mother, Stella Garcia Salazar; sister, Frances Senna; and nephew, Joey Senna.

She is survived by her aunt, Connie Griego, and husband, Gil Griego; her cousins, who were very dear and special...

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Reverend Philip Strom

(Rev. Phil)

1949 - 2025

Rev. Phil passed away at St. Vincent Hospital on April 9th with his wife at his side. He is preceded in death by his parents, Abe and Lydia Strom, and his sister Annette Strom. He is survived by his wife and extended family. Rev. Phil was born in the Bronx, NY but he considered Santa...

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Betty Ortiz Rivera, January 1,1928-April 9, 2025.

Our beloved Betty “Honey”, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on April 9, 2025. She was a lifelong resident of Santa Fe, growing up on Canyon Road and was completely devoted to her family and faith. She was a very loving and giving person and she will be missed dearly by all who...

Apr 8, 2025

Diane R. Guzman (Baca)

Diane R. Guzman (Baca), age 70, born to Andrea Baca-Aragon on December 2, 1954, in Santa Fe, NM, entered eternal rest on April 8, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family and friends. Diane lived a life defined by faith, family, and a radiant spirit that warmed everyone she met.

Diane was preceded in death by her...

Apr 7, 2025

Ted F. Martinez

December 18, 1934 - April 7, 2025

Pecos, NM

The best place to start is at the beginning. Our dad and mom shared a special love for 68 plus years. He was a US Marine Sargent and she was a young lady living in Pecos. The 1st time he met her he told her, he was going to marry her,...

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Christopher Gene Garcia Born October 11, 1982 suddenly went to be with our Lord April 7, 2025 in Santa Fe, New Mexico He is proceeded in death by his father James Garcia , stepfather Pedro Ortega, maternal grandparents Reyes and Corrine Barela, paternal grandfather Lino Garcia, special Cousin Alex Romero Jr, uncle David Lucero 

He is survived by his wife, Melissa...