Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico
Terrence "Terry" Delgado
Jun 22, 2018
Terrence “Terry” Delgado passed away on Friday, June 22, 2018 after a courageous and inspiring battle with cancer. He was born on February 6, 1957 to Marcella Saykally and Joe Delgado. Terrence is survived by his father Joe Delgado; wife Theresa Delgado; son Michael Delgado (Christine Salazar); grandchildren Jonyce, Jerrod and Jade Delgado; mother-in-law Marcia Sanchez; in-laws Liz Cale (Don),...
Richard Billings
Jun 21, 2018
Richard Billings, age 97 passed on Thursday, June 21, 2018 in Los Alamos. Funeral Services are pending and will be announced as they become available.
Hywel White
Jun 20, 2018
Hywel White, age 87, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, June 20th. Born on June 4th, 1931 in Cardiff, Wales, Hywel is survived by his sister Anne, his two sons, Richard and Christopher, four grandchildren, and a number of other family members in both the US and UK. He will be joining his wife of more than 50 years,...
Sadie Martinez Ochoa
Jun 20, 2018
Sadie Martinez Ochoa, our beautiful mother, grandmother and great grandmother peacefully passed away at 105 years old on June 20, 2018 surrounded by her beloved family. She was born April 5th, 1913 in the coal mining town of Monero, NM to Abran and Ramona Martinez. Sadie graduated from Cuba High School in 1937. Her love of learning continued long after...
Donald Caulfield
Jun 20, 2018
Donald Caulfield, age 86, of Santa Fe New Mexico passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 20th. Born in Bronx, New York on March 10, 1932, Donald was the son of the late Charles and Bridget Caulfield. He was a brother, uncle, and friend to many. For much of his life, Donald proudly served in the United States Marine Corps. He...
Fabiana Romero
Jun 18, 2018
Fabiana D. Romero, of Rodarte, passed away on June 18, 2018. She is preceded in death by her grandson, Isaac Barela Jr., parents, Luis and Refugio Duran, brothers, Rogelio and Ramon Duran, sisters, Rufina Gonzales, Fortunata Trujillo, in-laws, Laudes Romero Sr. and Eulalia Romero. She is survived by her husband - Eli Romero; children - Anthony Romero (Carla), Patrick Romero...
Florence Velarde
Jun 18, 2018
Florence Velarde, 77, of Penasco passed away on June 18, 2018. She is preceded in death by her husband, Toby Velarde Sr., parents, Eveo and Josefita Archuleta, brothers, Roy and Eddie Archuleta, infant sister, Senaida Archuleta, in-laws, Enriques and Ofelia Velarde. She is survived by her son, Toby Velarde (Albinita), sisters, Connie and Lupita Archuleta, brothers, David Archuleta (Virginia), Juanito...
Margarita Cisneros
Jun 18, 2018
Margarita C. Cisneros, 98, of Taos passed away on June 18, 2018. She is preceded in death by her husband, Meliton Cisneros, children, Charles Cisneros, Eleanor Ortega and Frances Chavez. She is survived by her children, Milton Cisneros (Irma), Mae Cisneros, James Cisneros (Patricia), sons in law, Elmer Ortega and Miguel Chavez, 11 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchildren,...
Veronica Gonzales
Jun 18, 2018
Veronica Gonzales, age 71 was called home on June 18, 2018 after a courageous battle with cancer. Veronica was born to Nick and Margaret Gonzales, in Santa Fe, New Mexico on June 25, 1946. She spent a lot of her younger years with her maternal grandparents Herculano and Francisca Montoya in La Cienega, New Mexico. Veronica enjoyed gardening, dancing, music,...
Joey Manuel Eddie Manzanares
Jun 18, 2018
"Joey Manuel Eddie Manzanares, age 51 passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 18, 2018 in Espanola. Joey enjoyed fishing, hunting, traveling, camping, collecting sports cards & watching sports. The one thing Joey enjoyed the most, was spending time with his children, grandchildren, family & friends. He also loved spending time with his mom. Joey graduated from Espanola Valley High School...
Sofia Pablita Martinez
Jun 17, 2018
Sofia Pablita Martinez, 80, of Arroyo Seco passed away on June 17, 2018. She is preceded in death by her husband, Jose Bernabel Martinez, granddaughter, Nichole Martinez, grandson, Joey Martinez, mother, Modesta Duran, sister, Evilia Duran, brothers, Juan, Ernesto, Adonario and Maggie Bustos and sister-in-law, Estella Bustos. She is survived by her children, Rose, Reynaldo (Diana), Johnny (Donna), Orlando (Jolene),...
Iver Wahl
Jun 16, 2018
Iver W. Wahl, age 94, passed away on June 16, 2018. He was preceded in death by his wife, Kaye, his 2 two sisters, his brother, and his parents. He is survived by his son, Michael Iver Wahl, his daughter, Eileen Gardner, three grandchildren, and two nieces. He always had a big smile, and a firm handshake, and loved a...
Wesley Crowl
Jun 15, 2018
Wesley Drew Crowl passed away early on the morning of June 15, 2018. He was born to Terry McClymond and Scott Crowl in Taos on January 19, 1996. He was a beloved son, grandson, brother, nephew, cousin, uncle and friend to many. He enjoyed rock climbing with his dad, perusing book stores and movies with his mom and spending time...
Jason William Knight
Jun 12, 2018
Billy, Lynn and Jaime would all like to thank everyone who has shown us so much support over the last couple weeks. This has been the most difficult time in our lives and knowing that Jason touched so many people with his incredible wit, diamond in the rough charm, and truly caring openness and passion has been truly invaluable. Jason...

Emma Gomez
Jun 12, 2018
Emma V. Gomez, 86, of Taos passed away on June 12, 2018. She retired as a bookkeeper from the Taos Municipal Schools. Emma was a life time member of the Ranchos Presbyterian Church. She was a foster grandparent and senior companion. She is preceded in death by her husband, Tony S. Gomez, parents, Andres and Jesusita Valerio, brothers, Elizardo, Telesfor,...
Phillip T. Griego (Peepers)
Jun 11, 2018
Phillip T. Griego (Peepers), 40 passed away on June 11, 2018 in Santa Fe, NM. He was born on March 10, 1978 in Indianapolis, Indiana to Jane and Phil Griego. Phillip is preceded in death by his grandfather Tito Griego, grandmother Delphine Griego, grandfather Glenn Petty, uncles Billy and Herman Griego. Phillip is survived by his parents Phil and Jane...
Nora Duran
Jun 10, 2018
Nora Alice Leyba Duran, formerly a long time resident of Rodarte, New Mexico, passed away on June 10, 2018 at the age of 77. She was surrounded by her loving family. Nora was born on October 4, 1940 in Vadito, NM to the late Samuel and Ophelia Pacheco-Leyba. She grew up in Ely, Nevada and moved to Peñasco, NM, when...
Daniel Matthew Trujillo
Jun 9, 2018
It is with heavy hearts that we say farewell to a beautiful soul. Daniel Trujillo (Red) 17, passed away on June 9, 2018. He was born November 19, 2000 at 2:39 a.m., and from the moment he entered our lives, to the time he left, we were truly blessed. His beautiful smile and red hair will live in our hearts...
Barbara Boyd Richardson
Jun 8, 2018
Barbara Boyd Richardson Barbara passed away at home with family by her side on June 8, 2018. Barbara was an only child born on March 7, 1931, to Cal and Fern Boyd in Albuquerque, NM. Her father’s job with the Charles Ilfeld Company moved them to Santa Fe and she graduated from Santa Fe High School in 1948. She attended...
Carlotta T. Ortiz
Jun 7, 2018
CARLOTTA T. ORTIZ Carlotta T. Ortiz passed away peacefully at her Santa Fe home Thursday, June 7, 2018 at the age of 95. A descendent of the early Spanish settlers of the seventeenth century, she was proud of her heritage and loved her family time at the ranch in Gallina. Following many years of service, she retired from the New...