Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico
Raymond Anthony Costa
Nov 22, 2025
Raymond Anthony Costa was born to Judy and Bob on August 31, 1964 in Sacramento California. He was raised in Vallejo CA with siblings Rob and Tony. As a teenager Ray met Betsy Work, his first wife and the mother of his sons Joseph and Travis. Following his parents, Ray relocated to Nevada in the early 80's seeking work in...
James Richard Smart
Nov 22, 2025
James Smart October 27, 1946 – November 22, 2025 After living all over the world, James spent his last 18 years in La Puebla. James was involved with the beginning of the Espanola Farmers' Market, served as secretary and vice president of the Cuatro Villas MDWUA, and volunteered at the Espanola Library Bookstore. He is survived by his wife Leigh...
Cheryl Tongate
Nov 21, 2025
With great sadness, the family of Cheryl Tongate shares that she passed away peacefully on November 21, 2025, with her family by her side. She left this world the same way she navigated it in life-on her own terms, with honesty, wit, and deep spiritual trust.Cheryl was a hardworking, trailblazing, wisdom-keeping, devoted matriarch, beloved wife and mother of four. She...
Stella Ellen Benavidez
Nov 20, 2025
Stella Ellen Benavidez age 59 .Born in Gonzales Ranch N.M on May 18th 1966 . Went home to be with her savior, On November 20th, 2025. After a sudden illness. Stella was a long life resident of Gonzales Ranch N.M. She is Preceded in death by her parents Helen and Eloy Gonzales .Her Mother in law and Father in law...
Jimmy Joe Leeder
Nov 20, 2025
Jimmy Joe Leeder, born on May 25, 1961, in the charming town of Raton, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2025, in Albuquerque, surrounded by the unwavering love of his wife, Patty, and his cherished cousin, Jodie Lynn. He was a man whose presence was as comforting as a warm blanket on a chilly evening, and whose laughter...
Domitilia Tillie Rivera
Nov 20, 2025
Domitilia Tillie Rivera, a beloved matriarch and spirited entrepreneur, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2025, at the age of 98, surrounded by her loving family in Santa Fe. Born on May 22, 1927, in San Jose, Tillie's life was a tapestry woven with strength, love, and a zest for joy that lit up the lives of all who knew...
Herbert Wayne Faling
Nov 19, 2025
Herbert Wayne Faling passed away on November 19, 2025, surrounded by his wife, Ann Marie, his daughter, Victoria, and his brother, Jeff. He spent his last days looking out at the view of the Ortiz Mountains and the Cerrillos Hills from the living room in his adopted home of Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Herb was born in Lincoln, Nebraska on March...
Ronald Davis
Nov 19, 2025
Abstract Illusionist Painter, 1937-2025
"Illusions are real.” – Ron
Ronald W. Davis passed away on November 19, 2025 at home in Arroyo Hondo, NM at the age of 88, surrounded by family.
A renowned, internationally-known painter since the mid-1960s, Ronald's artwork has been acquired by private collectors and museums around the world, with over 70 solo exhibitions mounted in art galleries from coast...
Judith "Judy" Ann Martinez
Nov 19, 2025
Judith "Judy" Ann Martinez, a beloved presence in the lives of her family and friends, passed away on November 19, 2025, at the age of 81. Born in 1944, Judy embraced a life rich in love, laughter, and cherished connections, leaving behind an indelible legacy of kindness and warmth.
Judy dedicated her career to Electronics Assembly, where her meticulous nature and...
Anita Ulibarri
Nov 18, 2025
Anita Marie Ulibarri 47 was born on October 20, 1978, and passed on November 18, 2025. She was preceded in death by her mother Eileen Lopez on December 19, 1997, and will be buried on the same date.
She is survived by her father David Ulibarri. Her oldest son Dylan Chavez (fiancé Ariana) and her little granddaughter Payton Eileen. Her younger...
Regina "Jean" Lipman-Troxel
Nov 16, 2025
I met my wife Jean on an online dating service, and, after our third date, we knew we were in love. When I told her I planned to move to New Mexico to be an astronomer, she told me she wanted to come with me and support my efforts. She also insisted that we live in Taos.
After a few years...
Jeannene Mattingly Hanson
Nov 16, 2025
Jeannene Mattingly Hanson, 89, of Los Alamos, New Mexico, passed away on November 16, 2025. She was born on January 9, 1936 in a farmhouse near Portland, Kansas to Ruther Meder Mattingly and Ena Mae Lott Mattingly. After graduating from high school in Caldwell, Kansas, she dropped her given first name, Treva, in favor of her middle name, Jeannene, and...
Toby I. Sanchez
Nov 16, 2025
Toby I. Sanchez born on July 31, 1941, to Jose and Antonia Sanchez in Shoemaker, New Mexico, suddenly passed away on Sunday, November 16, 20225 at Northeastern Hospital in Las Vegas, New Mexico surrounded by his loving family. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jose and Antonio Sanchez, siblings, Albert Domingez, Joseph Sanchez, Bessie Madrid, and in-laws, Mike...
Elias Josiah Tiberi
Nov 15, 2025
Obituary from his loving Mother & Family
Elias Josiah Tiberi, 21, passed away tragically Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025, in Espanola, NM. Elias was a bright and creative soul whose passion for music, skateboarding, and cars, his loyalty to his friends, and infectious energy will be sadly missed.
Born April 6, 2004, in Uniontown, PA, Elias came into this world with a smile...
Oscar Guerrero-Ortiz
Nov 15, 2025
Oscar Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on 11/15/2025.
Oscar is preceded in death by his mother: Maria Lidia Ortiz Diaz father: Eduviges Guerrero Galaviz Brother: Arnaldo G. Ortiz.
He is survived by his wife Helen Rosas of 35 years. Sister’s: Maribel G. Ortiz, Hortencia G. Ortiz (Efrain) brother’s: Javier G. Ortiz, Leonel G. Ortiz, Arturo G. Ortiz (Darlene) and Many...
Frank Duran
Nov 14, 2025
Frank Duran (80) of Chamita/Hernandez, New Mexico departed on November 14, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. Frank was born on April 06,1945.
Frank is preceded in death by Barbara J. Duran, the love of his life on February 11,2024, whom he was married to for 60 years. He was also preceded by his parents Felicita and Gaspar Romero of Chamita....
Yolanda Catherine Archuleta
Nov 14, 2025
Yolanda Catherine Archuleta, born in 1965, gracefully transitioned from this world on November 14, 2025. Her life was a tapestry woven with threads of kindness, tenacity, and an unyielding spirit that left an indelible mark on everyone fortunate enough to know her.
Yolanda was not just a mother; she was a force of nature, a protector and caregiver who embodied both...
Grace Genevieve Lopez
Nov 13, 2025
Grace Lopez was born on March 10, 1965, and passed away peacefully on November 13, 2025, in Española, NM surrounded by the love of her family. Grace's warmth, humor, and generosity touched the lives of all who knew her, and her passing leaves an immeasurable void in the hearts of her family and friends.
She is preceded in death by her...
Darlene Archuleta
Nov 12, 2025
Darlene Archuleta, born on October 12, 1963, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2025, in Española, NM, surrounded by the people she loved most. Her departure leaves a tremendous void in the hearts of her family and all who knew her.
She is preceded in death by her life partner and soulmate, Manuel “Ricky” Dixon; her beloved children, Ricky Dixon and...
Carol Anne Morgan-Eagle
Nov 12, 2025
Carol Anne Morgan-Eagle, a vibrant spirit who was truly a “force of nature,” departed this world on November 12, 2025. Born in1959, Carol lived a life rich with beauty, love, and artistic expression, leaving an indelible mark on everyone fortunate enough to know her.
Throughout her life, Carol exemplified kindness and outgoing warmth, effortlessly connecting with strangers and friends alike. She...
