Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico
Johnny Paul Garcia
Oct 31, 2016
Johnny Paul Garcia was welcomed into the kingdom of Heaven on October 31, 2016, age 80. He left peacefully surrounded by his family at his home in Santa Fe. He was born in Santa Fe, NM to Rafael Garcia and Clarita (Smith) on June 22, 1936. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Ralph Garcia (Nora); sisters: Guadalupita...
Leroy "Chico" Ramirez
Oct 30, 2016
Leroy Joseph Ramirez, “Chico,” 45 of Santa Fe, New Mexico, departed to a new frontier on October 30, 2016. He journeyed unexpectedly onward, leaving behind his beloved family and friends. Traveling the world was Chico’s passion in life, and he moved like a beam of light from East to West .His open-mindedness and playful personality earned him lasting friendships everywhere...
Rosemary Brandenburg
Oct 29, 2016
H. Rosemary Brandenburg passed from this life in Taos, NM on the 29th day of October 2016. She was preceded in death by her husband, John H. Brandenburg; brother Raymond Frambers; son-in-law, Cecil “Tiny” Kite and grand-daughter, Jessica Brandenburg. Rosemary is survived by her children; Kathleen (Mike) Vukonich of Raton, NM; JD (Renay) Brandenburg of Red River, NM; Rosemary “Cokie”...
Barbara Stampley
Oct 29, 2016
Barbara Stampley passed away on October 29, 2016. Barbara, a strong defender of animals, leaves behind her beloved four legged friends Lilly and Honey. Barbara rescued many animals, nurtured them back to health and cherished them like children. There are many friends who will miss Barbara, none more than Vivian Santistevan and Wanda Lucero. Barbara did a lot of amazing...
Elsie Chism
Oct 29, 2016
Elsie Chism age 98 of Santa Fe, New Mexico passed away October 29, 2016. She was born March 30, 1918 in Truscott, Texas. Elsie is preceded in death by her husband Clint Chism and her sister Laura Lee Sloan. She is survived by her son Clint Chism (Jan McCarthy), daughter Mary Nation and son Bobby Chism (Marina). Elsie retired from...
Juneelsa Gallegos
Oct 28, 2016
JuneElsa Gallegos, age 45 passed away peacefully on October 28th after a long battle with her health. She was preceded in death by both her paternal grandparents, her father, Elefio Benavidez, Sr. and many other relatives. She is survived by her husband, Geno Gallegos, sons, Shane (Kristen) and Gary (Samone); her mother, Irene (Gene); mother and father in-law, Gene and...
Lorena Torres
Oct 28, 2016
Lorena Jimenez Torres, 62, of Ranchos de Taos passed away on October 28, 2016. She is survived by her children, Ignacio Torres (Stephanie) and Marisol Torres (Jesse), grandchildren, Odalis, Ulysses and Joaquin, partner, Charlie Martin, father of her children, Steve Torres and many friends. Rosary will be recited on Saturday, November 12, 2016 at 11 AM at San Francisco de...
Two Ravens
Oct 28, 2016
David Tweedy, AKA "Two Ravens", passed away on October 28, 2016. Donations are being accepted at Rivera Funeral Home for this funeral expenses. Arrangements by Rivera Funeral Home, TAOS, 575-758-3841.
Dolores M. Reynolds
Oct 27, 2016
Dolores “Dodo” M. Reynolds, 89 of Santa Fe, NM, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 27, 2016. She is preceded in death by her husband, Donald Reynolds, parents, Leandro & Josephine Martinez, brother Ted Martinez, sisters: Lily Roof, Margaret Abeyta & Martha Armijo. She is survived by her nephews: Alfred Armijo, Edward Martinez, Mike Abeyta (Kathy), Robert Armijo (Nancy) &...
Mary Alice Chavez
Oct 27, 2016
Mary Alice Chavez, October 22, 1954-October 27, 2016. A loving daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, auntie, co-worker and friend who was cherished by everyone who loved her passed away on October 27th. She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Ramon and Tillie Chavez, and her brother and pillar of strength Sam Chavez. She is survived by her son Gabriel...
Melvin Martinez
Oct 27, 2016
Melvin D. Martinez, 59, of San Cristobal passed away on October 27, 2016. He is preceded in death by his father, Roman Martinez, brothers, Hubert Martinez and Ray Gomez, grandparents, Flor and Manuelita Cordova, Davi and Ciria Martinez. He is survived by his mother, Adelaida Martinez, brother, Albert Martinez (Claudine), sister, Della Gomez (Frank), nieces and nephews, many other relatives...
Alfred Lovato
Oct 26, 2016
It is with heavy hearts that our beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, Alfred Lovato, born November 27, 1946 was called home to be with his Heavenly Father on October 26, 2016. He was preceded in death by his parents Solomon and Elvira Lovato, father-in-law George Tapia, brothers, Solomon Jr., Juan, David and Edwardo, step-son Jimmy...
Barbara Hoover
Oct 26, 2016
Barbara Hoover, 67 passed away on October 26, 2016. Barbara loved arts & crafts. She loved to dance. She was naturally affectionate to all and loving to all especially her nieces and nephews. Barbara enjoyed participating at the Rio Arriba Senior Center and loved playing Bingo. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents Patricio and Rose V. Hoover. Sister...
Pedro Gonzalez
Oct 23, 2016
Pedro Gonzalez passed away on October 23, 2016. Pedro was a member of the Taos community for 22 years. He was well-loved, respected and cherished by his friends and family. Full of love and light, Pedro always had a warm, friendly smile and loving greeting for everyone he met. He walked in service to his brothers in his careers in...
Cheryl Tamara Lama
Oct 23, 2016
Cheryl Tamara Lama, 72, of Lama passed away on October 23, 2016. She is preceded by her father, Stephen Hall and parents, Marylou and Bill Reifsnyder. She is survived by her children, Joaquin Cantu (Sileide), Mateo Cantu (Candice), Misha Cook (Jesse), grandchildren, Tatiana, Lee Bear, April, Teo, Shawntee, MairiJane Case, Angel, great grandchildren, Skylar and Troy, sister, Rita Hall, nephew,...
Bessie Grant
Oct 22, 2016
Bessie Grant, 82, of Ranchos de Taos passed away on October 22, 2016. She is survived by her husband, Edward Grant Jr., children, Clyde Grant, Naomi Grant and son in law Bernabe Visarriagas, numerous grandchildren and other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, October 26, 2016 at 11 AM at Taos Foursquare Church with interment to...
Redolfo R. Martinez
Oct 22, 2016
Redolfo R. Martinez, age 83, a resident of Chimayo passed away peacefully with his family on October 22nd, 2016. Redolfo attended Menaul High School and Highlands University, he later served in the US Army and was a proud veteran who took pride in everything he did. He was a very hard worker and taught his children his same values. Redolfo...
Andrew Vinson
Oct 22, 2016
Andrew Erwin Vinson, 35, of Taos, NM, died Friday, October 21, 2016, in Taos. Andrew was born June 7, 1981, in Duncan, OK, to Ed and Sonya Vinson. He graduated from Snyder High School in 1999, where he was a member of the golf team. An avid student of the Bible, Andrew traveled to Israel while in high school to...
Christine Galusha
Oct 21, 2016
Christine Galusha, a longtime member of the Santa Fe design community, died on Friday, October 21st at the Santa Fe Care facility. She had lost a valiant struggle against cancer in her 66th year. Born in Westwood, New Jersey, Christine studied art at the Parsons School of Design and the School of Visual Arts in New York. She came to...
