Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico
James Campbell Wilhelm
Apr 5, 2019
James Campbell Wilhelm, 70, of Albuquerque and formerly of Los Alamos, NM passed away unexpectedly on April 5, 2019.
Jimmy, as he was affectionately known, graduated from Los Alamos High School in 1966 and as a Registered Nurse from the University of New Mexico in 1974. He served in the US Navy from 1966 - 1972.
In his...
Eric O. Martinez
Apr 4, 2019
His heavenly Father, lead one of his angels back home, Eric O. Martinez, on April 4, 2019 at St. Luke’s Presbyterian Medical Cancer Center in Denver, CO; while being treated for Multiple Myeloma (bone cancer). He could not have been in a better facility due to the professionalism of the staff that cared for him. Our Lord and Savor just...
Virginia Maclovia
Apr 4, 2019
On Thursday, April 4th, 2019, Virginia Maclovia (Vetter) of San Cristobal, New Mexico, passed away at the age of 77. She had family and her dear friends by her side. Virginia, or Gini to her friends, was born in Houston, Texas in 1941 to Virginia (Tallichet) and John Milner Vetter. She grew up in Houston and attended Kinkaid High School....
Kevin N. Austin
Apr 2, 2019
Kevin “KAUS” Austin, 63, resident of Arroyo Seco, NM, passed away on April 2, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 31, 1955 in Lafayette, IN to Dorothy Montoya & Lawrence Austin. He married his love Sarah on April 26, 1980 in Santa Fe, NM. He is preceded in death by his parents Dorothy & Fred...
Sandra Mcginty
Apr 1, 2019
If you were out on the town and ran into Sandy McGinty, chances are you'd find her with a cigarette in one hand a drink the other. She might be at the bar or behind it, but she'd always be ready for a conversation and to make a new friend. Born Sandra Kinney in Akron, Ohio in 1940 to Cread...
Irene Mercure
Mar 31, 2019
Irene Mercure, 103, a lifelong resident of Rutheron, New Mexico passed away peacefully on March 30, 2019. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Enrique Mercure, her sister, Floripe Mercure, three brothers, Donaciano, Miguel and Cruz Aguilar. A very dear Niece, Ercilia Mercure. She is survived by her son, Elipio Mercure, three grandchildren, Diana, Belinda and Rodney Mercure....
Ramona Sisneros
Mar 30, 2019
Ramona Sisneros August 22, 1935 ~ March 30, 2019 Ramona Sisneros 83, a resident of Santa Fe, NM went to her eternal resting place on Saturday, April 30th, 2019. She was an amazing mother, grandmother, sister and aunt. She is preceded in death by her father Juan, mother Isabel, husband Jose, son Charles, brother Jackie, sisters Dolores, Lela and Rosa....
Raul Montoya
Mar 30, 2019
The families of Raul Eloyed Montoya and Shelby Ann Keller are deeply saddened and regret to announce the passing of the couple on March 30, 2019. We are at peace knowing that they passed doing what they loved and enjoyed so much. Both of these beautiful souls were happy and looking forward to many new chapters of life together. Shelby...
Miguel Ortega
Mar 30, 2019
Miguel Ortega, 54, of Arroyo Hondo passed away unexpectedly on March 30, 2019. He is preceded in death by his mother, Isabel Martinez Ortega, grandparents, Gregorita and Samuel Ortega of Arroyo Hondo, Patricio and Eva Martinez of Ranchos de Taos. He is survived by his father, Moises Ortega, stepmother, Connie Ortega, sister, Mercedes Valdez (Joe), step sister, Karen Mascarenas, step...
Laura Lee Lujan
Mar 28, 2019
Laura Lee Lujan, 45, a resident of Chimayo, was born June 17th 1973 and passed away March 28th 2019. She was preceded in death by her Grandparents, Anastacio & Adonelia Martinez, Alice A. Sanchez, Celso Lujan, Grandma Josephina Lujan, Step Brother John Romero and several cousins. She was survived by her loving Husband Glen Lujan, Daughters LeeAna Lujan and Deidre...
Lynn Edwards Breed- Snyder
Mar 27, 2019
Lynn Edward Breed-Snyder, 64 years of age passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, March 27, 2019 in Santa Fe, NM due to advanced lung cancer. Lynn is survived by her son Ishmael Breed-Snyder of Santa Fe, Rachael L. Breed-Snyder of Los Angeles, step-mother Martha G. Breed of Annapolis, sister Deena Moore Breed of Orlando, brother Richard E. Breed III,...
Orlando G. Ortiz
Mar 27, 2019
Orlando G. Ortiz was born in Taos, New Mexico on November 26, 1925. He attended the public schools in Taos graduating at the age of 16. He earned a degree from the University of New Mexico in inter-American Affairs in August 1945. He received a Master’s degree in Spanish from the University of Wisconsin in 1948. Mr. Ortiz married Ruby...
Michael Anthony Tafoya
Mar 27, 2019
Michael Anthony Tafoya March 28, 1954 to March 27, 2019 Michael A. Tafoya, life-long resident of Santa Fe, passed away on March 27, 2019 after a lengthy battle to Parkinson. He was born March 28, 1954 in Santa Fe to Richard Sr. and Flora Tafoya. Michael is preceded in death by his parents, Richard Sr. and Flora Tafoya; brothers Stevie...
Ramona A. Espinosa
Mar 26, 2019
Ramona (Mona) Espinosa - 64 passed away peacefully on the morning of March 26th surrounded by everything and everyone she loved. Mona was born in Santa Fe On October 14, 1954. Born ten weeks early, Mona was such a miracle and blessing to her family. Mona will always be remembered for her kind heart, loving and gentle soul and her...
Randy J. Martinez
Mar 26, 2019
Randy J. Martinez, age 56 of Taos, NM began his journey home to be with Jesus on March 26, 2019, after a brave fight with injuries sustained from a gunshot wound. He is proceeded in death by his grandparents, Milton & Lupe DeHerrera and Felipe & Eloisa Martinez from Costilla, NM. He is survived by his daughter Julie Martinez, parents...
Grace Ruiz Dean
Mar 25, 2019
GRACE RUIZ DEAN Grace Ruiz Dean, age 92 passed away on March 25th surrounded by her family members. She was born on November 3rd 1926. She is survived by her children; Leroy, Amos, Lester, Edwin, Tino, Angela, Ruth, and Glenda. Omitted from the first obituary were her siblings. Joe, Perciliana and Peter. Her sister in laws Viola, Efren, Carmen, and...
Carol Veth Sky Everett
Mar 24, 2019
Carol (Langhirt) Sky-Everett passed away peacefully in Santa Fe, New Mexico on March 24, 2019. She was 84 years old. Carol was born and raised in Cleveland and Columbus, Ohio and lived in Texas, Iowa and Washington, DC, before moving to Santa Fe, New Mexico in 2004. Carol was an accomplished artist who earned an MA and MFA from University...
Edward Rauchfuss
Mar 23, 2019
Ed was born to Marvel and Eugene Rauchfuss. He graduated from Powell High School and was active on sports. During his youth he was a partner in his fathers bee business. He spent four years in the Air Force, stationed in Denver, Colorado where he met his wife Vera. The union brought forth three children. Ed graduated from the University...
John Chapman
Mar 23, 2019
John A. Chapman, 89, a resident of White Rock, NM passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2019. He was born March 11, 1930 in East St. Louis, Ill. At the age of 17 John joined the Marines and served in China and also served during the Korean War. After discharge, he worked for several railroads firing steam engines. John moved...
