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

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...

Jan 12, 2026

Mary Jo Rodriguez, 64, of Rio Rancho, NM, passed away unexpectedly on January 12, 2026. Leaving a void her family cannot fill.

She was born in Santa Fe, NM, on June 1, 1961 to Esther M. Martinez (Mares) and Frank L. Martinez. Mary Jo is preceded in death by her parents Frank and Esther, her brother Leonard, her sister Carmen, her...

Jan 12, 2026

Maria Ymelda Santos, lovingly known as Ymelda or Auntie Y, peacefully passed away in her lifelong home in Nambe, New Mexico, on January 12, 2026, surrounded by her devoted family. Born on September 25, 1953, in Nambe, she was a cherished member of her community, known for her warmth and generosity.

Throughout her life, Ymelda dedicated herself to her family as...

Jan 11, 2026

Sandra Jackson, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on January 11, 2026, in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Born on May 26, 1939, in Oakland, California, Sandra lived a life marked by creativity, independence, and deep appreciation for art, animals, beauty, and meaningful connection.

Sandra had two children, Shawn Jackson (Tawnya) and Erin Jackson (Elizabeth). She was a devoted grandmother...

Jan 10, 2026

Erika Risa Bad Hand, Tasunka Nunpa Win, “the Songbird of Taos” was born July 30, 1982 in Englewood, CO. She began her journey home across the Milky Way January 10, 2026, in Santa Fe, NM. She leaves behind her maternal grandmother, Arline Wiles; her parents, Howard and Terrie Bad Hand; her sister Erin Bad Hand, and brother-in-law Adam Kerr; her...

Jan 10, 2026

With deep sadness I announce the passing of my beloved, dear friend, Jasen M. Barbarich, at Arroyo Seco, NM. She lived life to the fullest and will be deeply missed by all who loved her.

Born in Croatia, as a 2-year-old child her family immigrated to Argentina when the Communists took over Croatia, one of several Yugoslavian federal republics during War...

Jan 10, 2026

Billy Doyle Houser, a cherished resident of Red River, New Mexico, passed away on January 10, 2026, at the age of 74. Born in 1951, in Hot Springs, Arkansas, Billy embraced life with a friendly spirit and a deep commitment to his Christian faith.

Billy lived in Red River for more than 20 years, working in various places throughout town and...

Jan 10, 2026

Charles Ray Lopez Jr., 75, of Santa Fe, NM, passed away on the morning of Saturday, January 10, 2026, at his home in Santa Fe, after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. Charles was born in Raton, NM, on February 26, 1950. He was raised in Santa Fe, NM, and was the youngest of six children. Charles attended Alvord Elementary...

Jan 10, 2026

Sharon Loraine Davis Hosenfeld, a devoted advocate in the field of healthcare and a beloved member of her family and community, passed away on January 10, 2026, in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Born on April 24, 1946, in Rochester, New York, Sharon embodied strength, compassion, and resilience throughout her life—qualities that shone brightly in her personal and professional endeavors.

Sharon's journey...

Jan 9, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved son Curtis "Curt" Martinez, age 41, he was a brother, uncle, godson, nephew, and friend. He was taken from us far too soon.

Curtis lived all his life in Espanola where he made lots of friends while working as a Funeral Director. He was honored to help people...

Jan 9, 2026

Gayla Brunner, 72, of Santa Fe, New Mexico, passed away on January 9, 2026.

Gayla was born on January 25, 1953, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, to Gerald and Betty Washburn. She was a spirited and loving woman, deeply devoted to her family and to those she cared for throughout her life.

Gayla worked for 40 years at Saint Vincent Hospital, where...

Jan 9, 2026

And now these three remain: faith, hope and love.

But the greatest of these is Love.

1 Corinthians13:13

Brian James Pino, a tribal member from Taos Pueblo born on April 11, 1979, a man of true dedication, and endless love for his family was called to join Our Sweet Lord and Savior on Friday, January 9, 2026 following a lengthy and serious illness.

Please...

Jan 8, 2026

Jan 7, 2026

Consuelo Maria Martinez, a beloved matriarch and cherished figure in the Santa Fe community, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2026, surrounded by her loving family in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Born on January 25, 1948, in the vibrant heart of Santa Fe, Consuelo's life journey was marked by an unwavering commitment to kindness, service, and compassion.

For an impressive 28 years,...

Jan 6, 2026

Roberto “Bobby” Mondragón passed away peacefully on January 6, 2026, at approximately 11:00 p.m. in Española, New Mexico due to natural causes. He was 85 years old. Born in Anton Chico, New Mexico, his humble beginnings shaped the values he carried throughout his life—hard work, humility, faith in people, and an unshakable belief that leadership should serve everyday families. 

Roberto served...

Jan 5, 2026

Our beloved sister, aunt, and friend, Theresa A. Ortiz, 51, born in Taos, New Mexico passed away on January 5, 2026.

Theresa is preceded in death by her parents, Mary Ortiz and Lupe Concha, grandparents, Juan Ortiz, Felecita Ortiz, Antonio Concha, Ignacia Concha, niece Mavis, uncles Felix and Leandro, aunt Rose, cousins Harold and Hector.

Theresa is survived by her siblings, Berna...