Obituaries

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

Christopher Garcia

Christopher Garcia

2025

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...

Jesse Bellamy

Jesse Bellamy

Apr 7, 2025

Jesse Bellamy of White Rock, New Mexico passed away on April 7, 2025, at the age of 67.

Born in Quanah, Texas on January 23, 1958, Jesse developed his reputation as a hardworking man at a young age, working in the farmlands of Texas as a boy. He joined the U.S. Marine Corp in 1975, serving as a Rifleman until 1981....

Jane Gierhart

Jane Gierhart

Apr 6, 2025

Jane Gierhart, a decorated military officer, devoted educator, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully in Denver, Colorado, in 2025 at the age of 92. Her life was a testament to service, scholarship, faith and love.

Born in 1932, Jane graduated from Illinois State University with a degree in teaching and soon after answered a higher calling. In 1955, she joined the...

Debbie Sanchez

Debbie Sanchez

Apr 6, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our Beloved, Debbie Tammy Sanchez. A Mother, a Grandmother, a Daughter, a Sister and a Friend. Debbie passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her family on April 6, 2025.

She is preceeded in death by Grandparents, Anita Martinez Sanchez & Leonel Sanchez, Eleanor Trujillo Lopez & Larry Lopez...

Richard Ramsey

Richard Ramsey

2025



Richard Lawrence Ramsey

1951 - 2025

Richard Ramsey, age 73, passed away on April 5th, 2025 at his home in Santa Fe, NM.

Richard lived a full and busy life. He was a contractor with his own construction business as well as ran a flower shop with his wife Nora. He was a very proud grandparent (known to his grandson Dez as "grandpa...

Guadalupe "Meme" Gonzales

Guadalupe "Meme" Gonzales

Apr 5, 2025

Guadalupe “Meme” Gonzales, a resident of Moffatt, Colorado was born on December 12 of 1949 to Manuel and Anna Gonzales and was peacefully called to his eternal rest on April 5th, 2025.

Mr. Gonzales is predeceased by his loving wife Loretta, son Michael A. Gonzales, grandson Michael Gonzales whom he loved and raised like a son, his father Manuel E. Gonzales,...

Mary Moreno

Mary Moreno

2025

Mary Moreno

Our Beloved Sister and Auntie was called to be with our Lord and Savior

On April 4, 2025

Mary is preceded in death by her husband Don Moreno her parents Juan and Elvira Lujan, her brothers Bernie and Johnny, her sisters Rosina and Juanita

Surviving Mary are her Brothers Tom and Gil sisters Maria Elena, Yolanda &Earl also

With many nieces and nephews

Pallbearers...

Angie Maria Garcia

Angie Maria Garcia

Apr 3, 2025

Angie Maria Garcia

May 28, 1937 – April 3, 2025

It is with immense and heartfelt sadness that the family of Angie M. Garcia announces her passing on April 3, 2025. Angie left this world peacefully at home, surrounded by loved ones.

Angie was preceded in death by her parents Manuel and Frances Medrano of Santa Fe, New Mexico; parents-in-law Francisco and Ramoncita...

Eric David Sanchez

Eric David Sanchez

Apr 3, 2025

Eric David Sanchez, a beloved son, brother, fiancé, uncle, nino, cousin, and friend, was called by our Dear Lord on April 3, 2025.

Eric is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Willie and Floraida Sanchez, maternal grandparents O.G. Andy Vigil and Angie Vigil, Uncle Billy Sanchez, Aunt Betty Sanchez, Uncle Manuel Sanchez, Aunt Esther Sanchez, Uncle Andy Vigil, Nino Wayne...

Garry Jerry Garcia

Garry Jerry Garcia

Apr 3, 2025

Garry Jerry Garcia, 61, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2025, at his home in Velarde New Mexico, surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Garcia was born in Hemet California on October 18, 1963, to Selina Manzanares and George Garcia. He attended school in Palm Springs California until his senior year, where he moved to Espanola New Mexico and attended...

Priscilla Carrion Ulibarri

Priscilla Carrion Ulibarri

2025



On Wednesday, April 2, 2025, Priscilla Carrion Ulibarri, passed away peacefully at the age of 80, while surrounded by her loving family.

Born in 1944, Priscilla was a native Santa Fean. As a girl, she attended Loretto Academy from Elementary through High School. She often told tales of her days at the all-girls school that was run by Catholic nuns. She...

Beatrice Gurule

Beatrice Gurule

Apr 2, 2025

Beatrice Gurule, 82, a resident of Espanola, passed away peacefully on Wednesday. April 2, 2025, with her loving family by her side. 

She is preceded in death by her parents, Jose and Emma Martinez, son Tony Duran, Brothers Frankie and Betation Martinez, In laws Henry and Juanita Gurule. 

Beatrice was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a strong believer in...

Sara Lenore Maxwell

Sara Lenore Maxwell

Apr 1, 2025

Sara Lenore Maxwell (née Yeamans) passed away peacefully on April 1, 2025, at the age of 43.

Sara had deep love for animals that was matched by her reverence for nature and connection to music. She often said her soul felt most at home beneath a canopy of trees with her close friends (of the two- and four- legged variety). Sara’s...

Beatrice Marie Watkins

Beatrice Marie Watkins

2025

In Loving Memory of

Beatrice Marie Watkins

1953 – 2025

Beatrice “Bea” Marie Watkins, beloved wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born in New Bedford, Massachusetts, Bea graduated from New Bedford High School and went on to earn her degree in Teaching and...

Kathleen Lockwood

Kathleen Lockwood

Apr 1, 2025

Mama Kate, a fiercely compassionate force in this world, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2025. She was a rebel, a beauty, and a mother who dedicated her life to social justice, family, and the pursuit of wisdom. She was a pioneer with Amnesty International in Las Vegas, New Mexico, and a champion for reproductive rights, never hesitating to fight...

Theresa Mabel Johnson "Tessie"

Theresa Mabel Johnson "Tessie"

Apr 1, 2025

Theresa Mabel Johnson

"Tessie"

February 15, 1935 - April 1, 2025

Theresa Mabel Johnson, lovingly known as "Tessie" passed away peacefully on April 1, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born on February 15, 1935, to Annie Montoya and John V. Montoya.

Tessie grew up in Northern New Mexico, attending Our Lady of Guadalupe School and later Espanola High School. It was during...

Margaret Gibson

Margaret Gibson

Mar 31, 2025

On Monday March 31st, 2025, Margaret Ferguson Gibson, loving wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away at the age of 81.

Margaret was born on November 22nd, 1943, in Bronx, New York, to Leonard and Edith Ferguson. After her early childhood in New York, her family moved to Connecticut where she attended elementary through high school, graduating in 1961. She attended Stanford...

Diana M. Gonzales

Diana M. Gonzales

Mar 31, 2025

Diana Mabel (Romero) Gonzales, 85, went to be at peace with the Lord on March 31, 2025. Diana was born on April 1,1939 to Cipriano and Eutimia Romero in Jaconita, NM.

Diana was preceded in death by her parents; sisters Ramoncita and Loyola Romero, Belinda Lopez and brother Horacio Romero(Ersilia); her in-laws Antonio and Stella Gonzales. She is survived by her...

Doris Santistevan

Doris Santistevan

Mar 30, 2025

Doris Santistevan, 68 of Questa passed unexpectedly surrounded by her loving family on March 30. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and tia. She shared a beautiful marriage with Gene Santistevan for 50 wonderful years, creating a loving home for their two sons, Jeff (Kandace) and Donny (Santana) Santistevan. Doris was a proud grandmother to five cherished grandchildren:...

Mitchell Erbis Frank

Mitchell Erbis Frank

Mar 28, 2025

  Mitchell Erbis Frank, born March 3 1947 in Gothenburg, Nebraska, passed away at the age of 78 on March 28, 2025. He was the oldest of seven children and raised on the family farm until the age of 13 years old when his family moved to Arvada, Colorado. He attended and graduated from Arvada high school. Mitchell went on...

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