Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico
Ann Durno Shafer
Nov 10, 2025
Ann Durno Shafer, a longtime resident of Los Alamos, passed away on November 10, 2025, of complications after a fall. She was an active member and supporter of local and New Mexico state organizations during her time in New Mexico.
Ann was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan and graduated from East Grand Rapids High School. She earned her BA from Brown...
Mario Jack Loehrer
Nov 10, 2025
Mario Jack Loehrer, a beloved family man and revered restaurant owner, passed away peacefully in his sleep on November 10, 2025, at the age of 92. Born in Lamone, Switzerland 1933, Mario's journey through life was enriched by his deep faith in Christ and an unwavering commitment to his loved ones.
Mario served in both the Swiss Army and the United...
Ernesto "Tetters" Ybarra
Nov 10, 2025
Ernesto Jacobo Ybarra, affectionately known as "Tetters," was born on March 4, 1983, in Espanola, New Mexico. He passed away unexpectedly on November 10, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, love, and cherished memories.
Ernesto was a handyman and mechanic, recognized for his skills and willingness to lend a hand to those in need. His selfless nature and gentle spirit...
Willie J. Horne
Nov 10, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved family member Willie J. Horne. He passed way peacefully at home surrounded by family.
The family would like to thank St. John the Baptist community for all your love and support and the many prayers sent our way. We'd also like to thank Red Willow Hospice for your...
James Emil Baum D.O.
Nov 10, 2025
James Emil Baum, D.O. was widely known in Santa Fe by his friends and patients as a charismatic, caring doctor. His life’s work was trying to help those with musclelosckelatol pain become pain free without the use of addicting medications. He was also a very strong, loving father and grandfather… He leaves behind his wife of 50 years Isha Dawn...
Maurice Lingham Burns Jr.
Nov 8, 2025
The Spirit of Cool: Remembering Santa Fe’s Own Maurice ‘Mobu’ Burns
Santa Fe lost one of its brightest colors, and a fair bit of its cool, with the passing of the extraordinarily
talented Maurice “Mobu” Burns (April 6, 1937–November 8, 2025): visionary painter, jazz philosopher,
and unrepentant original. A MacDowell Fellow and Pollock-Krasner award recipient, Maurice remixed
the worlds of the Harlem Renaissance, Pop...
Sylvia Patricia Felix
2025
Sylvia Patricia Felix, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2025, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, at the age of 84. Born on November 29, 1940, in Colville, OK Washington, Sylvia was a cherished wife, step-mother, step-grandmother, and friend.
A dedicated Spanish teacher for several decades, Sylvia nurtured countless minds at the high school level in Albuquerque and at the Santa Fe...
Ward Leslie Hawkins
Nov 8, 2025
Ward L. Hawkins, 74, a native Nevadan of Los Alamos, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2025.
Ward was born on May 1, 1951, in Reno, Nevada, to Ralston Oliver and Romietta Ward Hawkins. He grew up in Las Vegas, Nevada, alongside his three brothers. It was also in Las Vegas that he met his lovely wife, Karen Cooper,...
Debra "Debbie" Lopez
Nov 8, 2025
Debra “Debbie” Lopez, a vibrant spirit whose laughter echoed through the lives she touched, departed this world on November 8, 2025, after a courageous battle with an illness. She was at home in Santa Fe, surrounded by the love of her devoted husband, Edward Lopez, who stood by her side until the very end. Born on November 15, 1960, Debbie’s...
Leslie Antoinette Martinez
Nov 6, 2025
Leslie Antoinette Martinez (54), Santa Fe, joined our Lord on November 6th, 2025, surrounded by family. Leslie loved to cook (which she did with love), spend time with family, and the Raiders football team. She could cut a rug and lived life without boundaries. She adored her fur baby Dobey and her feather baby Linus. Leslie (Smez) will be remembered...
Louie J. Garcia
Nov 6, 2025
Louie J. Garcia, born on July 14, 1948, in San Ysidro, New Mexico, passed away on November 6, 2025. He is preceded in death by his parents, Dan and Ida Garcia, and three siblings. Louie is survived by his loving wife, Brenda, his five children, two brothers, grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
Services will be held on November 21st...
Cathleen Sheehan Marin
Nov 6, 2025
Cathleen Marin, age 65, a resident of Los Alamos, NM, passed away peacefully on November 6, 2025, in Santa Fe. Born on August 24, 1960, in Montgomery County (Norris town), Pennsylvania.
Cathleen was preceded in death by her mother, father, and older brother. She is survived by her husband, Jon.
Cathleen was a delightful person. She was witty, funny, sweet, and very...
Carmen Stella Cardenas
Nov 6, 2025
Carmen Stella Cardenas, born in the beautiful town of Taos, New Mexico, passed away on November 6, 2025. A vibrant spirit and cherished sister, Carmen's life was marked by love, laughter, and a deep commitment to her family and friends. She held a unique place in the hearts of those who had the privilege to know her, particularly as a...
Joyce Elizabeth Kilgore
Nov 6, 2025
Joyce Elizabeth Kilgore, age 87 of Peñasco, NM died November 6, 2025. She was born February 23, 1938 in New Philadelphia, Ohio, daughter of David Hamilton and Nell Cotham Hamilton.
Ms. Kilgore was a graduate of Ohio State University and The Franciscan University of Steubenville. She taught in the Columbus Public Schools for 7 years after graduation from OSU and in...
Karen M. Pacheco
Nov 6, 2025
Karen M. Pacheco of Medanales, NM July 21, 1957- November 6, 2025, born in El Rito, New Mexico to Pedro and Celia Herrera. She departed this life surrounded by her loving family. Karen lived a life that illuminated the hearts of those fortunate enough to know her, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and beautiful memories.
Karen's deep connections with...
Elizabeth (Billie Ann) Villa
Nov 5, 2025
Elizabeth (Billie Ann) Villa, beloved sister, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, passed away peacefully at home November 5, 2025. She was born in Santa Fe December 15 1936 to Charles B. Gonsales and Isabel Quintana Gonsales. She married the love of her life, Joe T. Villa in 1954 and enjoyed 65 years of marriage, music and dancing until Joe’s death in...
Patricia Ann Rogers
Nov 4, 2025
It is with sadness for those who loved and supported Patricia (Patty) Ann Rogers in so many ways that she passed from this life on November 4, 2025, just after the rise of the full moon. We trust she is journeying toward the clear light of eternal love and into God's hands, and pray her spirit will be at peace....
Celina Sally Montano
Nov 4, 2025
Celina Sally Montano, a cherished heart of the Canjilon community, illuminated the lives of those around her from her birth on February 18, 1944, until her peaceful passing on November 4, 2025, surrounded by love. Born in Canjilon, New Mexico, Celina lived a life rich with vibrant experiences, passion, and an avocation for community and family.
An exceptional cook and baker,...
