Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico
Justin Tate Fishback
Apr 9, 2017
Justin Tate Fishback Justin Fishback passed away unexpectedly on April 9, 2017, in Salida, Colorado. Justin was born in Taos, NM on October 1, 1989. Growing up he played baseball and soccer and was a champion chess player. He attended NMMI and was cadet of the year. He graduated from Western State Colorado University with a degree in Psychology and...
Andy Peña
Apr 9, 2017
Andy Peña age 78 of Santa Fe, NM passed away on Palm Sunday April 9th, 2017. He was born October 15, 1938 in Galisteo, NM to Pedro and Ursula Peña. He married Mary “Grace” Peña September 26th, 1961 in Santa Fe, NM. He is preceded in death by his father Pedro Peña; Mother Ursula Peña; Brothers Rufino Peña and Joe...
Stephanie Huerta-Branch
Apr 8, 2017
STEPHANIE HUERTA-BRANCH MAY 6, 1968 – APRIL 8, 2017 Sculptor, painter, firedancer, welder, archer, beekeeper, botanist, fisherwoman, actress, model, strider, exquisite cook, shamanesqe healer, mother, wife, daughter, sister and friend to all who had the fortune of knowing her. Born in Ramapo, NY, migrated to Seminole, FL and graduated ‘Best of Class’ from Ringling School of Art & Design in...
Irene Corina Maes Dowrey
Apr 8, 2017
Irene Corina Maes- Dowrey of Santa Fe, Passed away Wednesday, April 8, 2017. Irene was Preceded in death by her parents, Juan and Guadalupita A. Maes, her beloved husband, Gardner (Pete) Dowrey, brother, Eloy L. Maes, Sisters, Carolina Maes, Susie M. Montoya, Dora M. Rodriguez, Isabel M. Trujillo, nephews, Carlos Montoya, Patrick Rodriguez, Larry Rodriguez, Niece, Margaret A. Roybal-Gonzales, and...
Richard Engleson
Apr 8, 2017
RICHARD (DICK) WILLIAM ENGLESON April 8, 2017 Richard (Dick) William Engleson passed away after the onset of a sudden illness at age 65. He was the son of the late David and Marguerite Engleson of Sun Prairie, Wisconsin and is survived by his sons Ezra Engleson of Carlsbad, NM, Isaac Engleson of Santa Fe, NM, his siblings Catherine (Matthew, John,...
Eulogio Ortega
Apr 8, 2017
Eulogio Ortega 12/28/1917-2017 Eulogio Ortega, a life-long resident of Velarde, New Mexico passed away on April 8, 2017 at the age of 99 years of age. He is survived by his son, Albert Ortega (Anna Marie), grandson, Mark Ortega (Sandra), granddaughter, Margaret Crist, great granddaughters Arianna and Alyson Crist, and great great granddaughter Kaya Crist. Eulogio was preceded in death...
Joseph Garcia
Apr 8, 2017
Joseph (Joe B.) Garcia passed away on April 8, 2017 after a lengthy illness. He was born in Santa Fe, NM on November 28, 1946. He is preceded in death by his parents, Joe U. and Rose Garcia, sisters Trudi Garcia and Lucy Payne. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Fay Garcia, son Joey, daughter Amanda Bavaro...
Carmen Valdez
Apr 7, 2017
Carmen Valdez 84, a resident of Dixon, NM passed away on Friday, April 7, 2017. Carmen was born on August 10, 1932 in Dixon, NM. She was preceded in death by her husband, Horacio Valdez; Parents Margarito and Eliza Maes; brothers Olivas, Elique and Margarito ( Nuno) Maes Jr; sisters, Nancy Maes and Almeida Martinez. She is survived by her...
Felecitas Griego
Apr 7, 2017
Felecitas M. Griego (Fay), 96, of Talpa passed away on April 7, 2017. She is preceded in death by her parents, Ricardo Martinez and Emelia Herrera and step-father, Pablo Herrera, husband of 79 years, Joe Ben Griego, 3 grandchildren she raised, Dwain, Peggy, Edwina Barela and Adrian Trujillo and Herson Vigil and 1 great-granddaughter, Amanda Cortez, son in-laws, Eddie Barela,...
Tobias Toby Graham
Apr 6, 2017
Tobias "Toby" Francisco Graham, age 83, died April 6, 2017. He was born in Taos and lived in Lower Ranchitos, working the land as a rancher all his life. He was an honorably discharged disabled veteran. He died peacefully surrounded by his loving family. He is preceded in death by his father, Donaciano Graham, his mother, Soledad Graham, his sister,...
Susie Varela
Apr 6, 2017
Susie Ortiz Varela, 75 , went to be with our Lord Thursday, April 6, 2017. Susie served as Postmaster in Rowe, NM for 40 years. Rosary will be recited at 7:00 PM Monday at Holy Family Catholic Church in Rowe, NM where Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 AM Tuesday, April 11, 2017. Interment will follow at...
Enrique Alejandro Trujillo
Apr 5, 2017
Enrique Alejandro Trujillo Born on May 24, 1933 in Springer, NM to J. Frank Trujillo and Gloria Arellano our beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, Enrique Alejandro Trujillo went home to the Lord on Wednesday, April 5, 2017 after a 38 year long courageous battle with multiple illnesses. It was his devout faith in the will of God that...
Mary Irene Durr
Apr 4, 2017
Mary Irene (Cordova) Durr, 72, passed away Tuesday April 4, 2017. She was surrounded by her children, family and friends. She was the daughter of the late Martin and Sabinita Cordova, spending her childhood in Truchas, NM. She then moved to Santa Fe, where she devoted most of her life raising her children and grandchildren. She was preceded in death...
Edward Robison
Apr 3, 2017
‘Big Ed’ Robison passed from this life on April 03 2017. He is being welcomed by all his family and friends that have gone on before him in a most joyous reunion. He was 81 years old and would have turned 82 on September 11. He is survived by his children, Dr. Liana Martinez (Don), Brook, Jodi (Jeff), and Jennifer...
Marie Grahn
Apr 3, 2017
Marie A. Grahn, 99 years passed away April 3, 2017 in Santa Fe, NM. She was born December 31, 1917 in El Paso, Texas. She is preceded in death by her husband William H. Grahn, her daughter Janice Kay Moeller, her mother Vicenta G. Vigil, her father Manuel A Vigil Sr, brothers Manuel A Vigil Jr and Victor H Vigil,...
Sylvia Chavez
Apr 3, 2017
Sylvia Chavez, 76 years old passed away at home on April 3, 2017. Sylvia was a lovely and unselfish woman who touched many lives with her kindness. Sylvia was devoted to her family. She cared for her adult sister, raised her wonderful son, loved and treasured her grandchildren and enjoyed her many friends. Sylvia loved the outdoors and hiking in...
Kurt Downham
Apr 3, 2017
Kurt Thomas Downham Obituary Basics • Name of Deceased: Kurt T. Downham • Age: 48 • Resident: Santa Fe, NM • Date of Death: April 3, 2017 • Due To: Myocardio Infarct • Date of Birth: April 14, 1968 • Place of Birth: Rolling Meadows, IL Survived By: • Mother: Margaret P. Downham • Father: Max C. Downham • Brother:...
Consuelo Martinez
Apr 3, 2017
Consuelo V. Martinez, 82 of Santa Cruz passed away on Monday April 3rd, 2017 surrounded by her loving family after a lengthy illness. She was born to Manuel and Lorencita Velarde who preceded her into the afterlife. She is also preceded in death by her husband of 58 years Patricio Martinez and in-laws Patricio Sr. and Manuelita Martinez, her brothers...
Alfred Armijo
Apr 2, 2017
Alfred “Luke” Armijo, 81, passed away Sunday, April 2, 2017, after a short illness. Alfred was preceded in death by his mother, Alicia Navarette (Pilar), and his father, Fred Armijo (Martha). Alfred is survived by: his sons Paul Armijo (Carla) and Mickey Armijo (Robbie); grandsons: Matthew Armijo and Vincent Sandoval; granddaughters: Kendall and Carson Armijo; brothers: Robert Armijo (Nancy), Edward...
Christopher Anthony Gonzales
Apr 2, 2017
Christopher Anthony Gonzales September 2, 1962-April 2, 2017 Christopher Gonzales, 54 years old, passed away in Albuquerque, NM on April 2, 2017. He was born in Palo Alto, CA to his parents Nick and Oralia Gonzales on September 2, 1962. He is preceded in death by his father, Nick Gonzales, brothers Charlie, Johnnie and Nick Gonzales Jr., and sisters Teresa...
