Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico
Floraida Sanchez
Oct 12, 2024
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Floraida Archuleta Sanchez.
Floraida was born in Amalia, NM, went to be with our Lord on 10/12/24. Our mother passed peacefully at home, surrounded by family.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Epimenio and Benina Archuleta; her husband, William Sanchez; her sons, Billy and Manuel Sanchez;...
Charlie King
Oct 11, 2024
Charlie King passed away in Santa Fe, New Mexico, on Oct. 11 at the age of 91. A self-described “generalist in biology,” Charlie could communicate to both the scientist and the layman. His ability to talk to anyone—combined with both cultural and natural history knowledge—made him an engaging speaker. His stories were both educational and entertaining. He also had a...
Tranquilino Martinez
Oct 10, 2024
Tranquilino Martinez Jr., 95, a resident of Rio Lucio, NM, passed away October 10, 2024. Tranquilino was born on November 21, 1928 in Dixon, NM to Tranquilino Martinez Sr. and Rafaelita Martinez Y Atencio. His family later moved to Tres Ritos, NM where he spent the majority of his youth. He recalled not liking school as a child ironically becoming...
Adam Ashbaugh
Oct 9, 2024
Adam Ashbaugh age 23 of Santa Fe, New Mexico, passed away on October 9th, 2024. Adam was born on November 11th, 2000, to Jessica Blea and Jacob Ashbaugh, both of Santa Fe, New Mexico. For those that knew Adam, knew that he had the most infectious smile and laugh. He was notorious for his corny puns that came out of...
Jaden Ezra Lloyd
Oct 9, 2024
The family of Jaden Ezra Randy Lloyd invites you to join in part, or all, of an all-day event honoring his life and laying him to rest Saturday October 26, 2024.
A chance for public visitation and viewing will begin at 10 am at White Rock Baptist Church, 80 NM-Highway 4. Please be mindful, the family reserves time prior...
Robert Reynolds
Oct 7, 2024
Robert “Tex” Reynolds passed away surrounded by his loving family and friends on October 7, 2024, after a short battle with cancer at the age of 78.
Tex enjoyed the great outdoors, spending much of his favorite time fishing; camping; boating; golfing; playing softball (in his earlier years); gardening; bowling and above all spending time with family and good friends. ...
Diana Miller
Oct 6, 2024
Diana Sue (Dee Dee) Miller, age 72, passed away on Sunday October 6. Born September 27, 1952, in Nuremberg, Germany, she was the daughter of the late John Clifton Windle and Martha Joan (JoAnn) Sweatt Windle and lived her early life in Joplin, MO. Dee Dee was a 1970 graduate of Parkwood High School in Joplin and graduated in 1974...
Louise Montoya
Oct 5, 2024
Louise Montoya passed away surrounded by her loving family and friends on October 5, 2024, after a two-year battle with cancer at the age of 55. Louise was born and raised in Santa Fe and was a devoted wife and mother to her 2 beautiful children. She loved her beautiful children, her husband, her parents, and her family and friends....
Ronald Sorrow
Oct 4, 2024
Ronald James Sorrow, a resident of Taos passed away on October 4, 2024, at the age of 88.
Ronald was born to William and Mary Sorrow in Saint Jo, Texas. He grew up with his three siblings Dwayne, Larry and Linda. He left Texas along side his brother and father to work in the oil fields in Cuba New...
Charles Guttman
Oct 4, 2024
Charels Agustus Guttman, a resident of Taos passed away on October 4, 2024, at the age of 84.
Charles was born to Adolph and Flora Guttman and was one of 5 children. He was close to his parents and his siblings. He loved and adored his parents so much that he was always willing to travel and help in...
Ray Piatt
Oct 4, 2024
Ray (Raymond) Piatt born February 20, 1944, and died October 4, 2024
Ray is preceded in death by his son Ken (Kenneth); his parents Paul and Mary; brother Paul; sister Dorothy and husband Fred Snyder; sister in-law Christella Vigil; brother in-law Isidro Gonzales.
Ray is survived by his wife Theresa, daughters: Kathy and husband Tony CdeBaca, Brenda and husband Richard...
Debbie Samari
Oct 4, 2024
Debbie Samari a resident of Angle Fire, NM passed away unexpectedly on October 4, 2024 at the age of 66. She was born in December to Dave and Billie Gammage, in Palestine Texas. Debbie lived in her early years in Texas then moved to Georga and Florida but eventually settles in Angel Fire, New Mexico. She had two brothers and...
Vivian Lujan
Oct 3, 2024
Vivian P. Lujan, 97, a lifelong resident of Pecos, N.M., passed away peacefully at Scott's House Hospice Care in Santa Fe on Oct. 3, 2024, surrounded by family after a valiant two-year fight with gallbladder cancer.
Vivian was born on May 3, 1927, to Vivian and Candelaria (Valencia) Lujan in Pecos. He graduated from Pecos High School in 1944. He...
Doris Brandon
Oct 3, 2024
Doris Lorriane Brandon passed away in her sleep on October 3rd, 2024, just one month after a milestone 95th birthday. Champagne corks were popping, and she enjoyed this party very much, celebrating with both family and friends.
Doris was born in Somerville, MA on September 3rd, 1929. She was part of a large extended family that greatly enjoyed living in...
Elizabeth Strutzel
Oct 2, 2024
Elizabeth “Beth” Strutzel died peacefully on October 2, 2024 at her home in Santa Fe. She was 80 years old. Born in Ely, Minnesota on March 1, 1944 to Stephen and Mollie Strutzel, she was the youngest of three girls. Beth earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Minnesota and later pursued a Masters in Nursing...
Loretta Martinez
Oct 2, 2024
Loretta C. Martinez, age 69, born April 25, 1955 and raised in Taos, NM who later resided in Santa Fe, NM unexpectedly passed away in her home on October 2, 2024 after a short battle with kidney disease. She was an exemplary, tenacious, and honorable woman who was kind to every person she met. Loretta is preceded in death by...
Ricardo Chavez
Oct 2, 2024
Ricardo Chavez went home to our Lord and Savior on October 2nd, 2024.
Ricardo was born on August 20th, 1976, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, to parents Manuel Chavez and Deborah Stauffer.
Ricardo was always filled with pure happiness, no matter what challenges he faced. He remained positive and looked on the bright side, earning respect for his kindness...
Gerald Tapia
Oct 1, 2024
Gerald Ben Tapia, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and esteemed professional engineer passed away on October 1st, 2024 in Rio Rancho, NM. He was born on July 12th, 1962 in Santa Fe NM to his loving parents Benjamin and the late Georgia Tapia.
Gerald's memory will forever be cherished by his devoted wife Sandy; his children Steven Tapia...
Rudy Valdez
Oct 1, 2024
In Loving Memory of Rudy Valdez Jr
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Rudy, age 35, on Tuesday, October 1st. Rudy was a beloved son, brother, father, nephew, uncle, and friend, whose love and laughter touched everyone he met. His heart of gold was always ready to give and support others, especially the youth, who always came first. Rudy...
Linda Garcia
Sep 30, 2024
Linda Marie Garcia, 70, passed away on September 30th with her family by her side. Linda was a lifelong Santa Fe resident. She was preceded in death by her beloved son Jesse Garcia, husband Luiz M. Garcia, parents Lino and Maida Barela, mother-in-law Aurelia Bustos, brother Michael Barela, and sister Jeannie Parker. She is survived by her daughter Angelica Garcia,...
