Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico
Terry Cervantes
Aug 17, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Terry Cervantes, who peacefully departed this world on August 17, 2025, at the age of 73.
Terry is preceded in death by her beloved parents, Pete S. and Dora Chavez; her brothers Andy, Edward, and Bobby; and in-laws Bobby Sanchez, Ramona Chavez, and Gerald Turner.
She is survived by her loving...
Yvonne Perea
Aug 17, 2025
Yvonne Perea, born on Sept 20, 1935, in Cerrillos, New Mexico, passed away on Sunday, August 17, 2025, surrounded by her beloved family. Yvonne was a devoted wife and a loving and wonderful mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was best known around Cerrillos for telling stories of the old days of growing up in Cerrillos and Madrid and her cooking,...
Chastity Bowie
Aug 17, 2025
With deep sorrow but also gratitude for the life she lived, we announce the passing of our beloved Chastity Bowie. A woman of deep faith, radiant love, and quiet strength, Chastity peacefully returned to Our Lord on August 17, 2025, surrounded by her family and the prayers of those who loved her most.
Born on April 14, 1973, in Santa Fe,...
Sonya Blank Salamon
Aug 16, 2025
Sonya Blank Salamon, 85, of Santa Fe, NM passed away peacefully after a short illness on August 16, 2025.
Sonya was born in Pittsburgh, PA in 1939 to Ethel Snider and Marcus Blank. Sonya attended the University of Pittsburgh Experimental School and Allderdice High School before earning a BFA from Carnegie Institute of Technology, an MA in Anthropology from the University...
Steven Lewis Rosenthal
Aug 16, 2025
Steven Lewis Rosenthal has passed away peacefully at age 77 surrounded by family at his home in Santa Fe on Saturday, 16 August. He is survived by his wife Jeanne Scripps, daughter Suzanne LaFlamme and her husband Jeff, granddaughter Annelise LaFlamme, and brother Alan Rosenthal and his wife Sue. Although Steven was born and raised in Bronx, New York, he...
Renee Martinez
Aug 14, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jamie Renee Martinez, a beloved mother, grandmother, daughter, and friend, who left this world suddenly on August 14, 2025, in Santa Fe, NM, surrounded by her adored family. Born on February 9, 1958, Renee lived a life defined by her love for others, her commitment to service, and her...
Kenny Vigil
2025
Kenny Vigil, born on May 14, 1961, in Belen, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2025, in Albuquerque. A dedicated member of the Los Alamos National Labs and the Pueblo of Tesuque, Kenny's professional life reflected his commitment to excellence and integrity. He was a proud high school graduate who took immense pride in his work and the...
Clyde Archibeque
2025
Clyde Archibeque, born on March 21, 1936 in Algodones, New Mexico passed away on August 14, 2025 at the hospital in Santa Fe surrounded by his beloved family. He lived a life marked by dedication, devotion, hard work and a strong sense of family values.
Clyde had an illustrious career. He dedicated over 25 years to public service beginning with his...
Roy Ortega
Aug 14, 2025
Roy Ortega, a devoted husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2025, in Santa Fe, New Mexico alongside his loving wife Cruz and his faithful companion Bandit. Born on June 1, 1950, in Santa Fe, Roy lived a life filled with dedication and passion, enriched by his contributions to his profession and community.
Roy spent an impressive 25...
Anthony S. ("Sam") Cordova
Aug 13, 2025
Sam Cordova departed this earth one month shy of his 93rd birthday, on August 13, 2025.
Sam’s parents, Samuel and Juanita [Griego] Cordova, welcomed him into the world in 1932 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was a cherished son, brother, nephew, cousin, uncle, friend, husband, and above all, a dad to many beyond his own kids. His humor, warmth, creativity, empathy,...
Romulo O Martinez
Aug 13, 2025
Romulo O. Martinez, of Questa, passed away peacefully on August 13th, 2025.
Born to Otoniel and Esther Martinez in Questa, Romulo was a hardworking man who retired from Molycorp Inc. and also owned his own business J & R Cleaning. Known as “German” to many, he was admired for his strong work ethic and dedication.
He will be remembered for his humor,...
Joanne Friend Huffman
Aug 13, 2025
Joanne Friend Huffman
November 17,1937 – August 13, 2025
An art student in the Fine Arts building on the oval at The Ohio State University looked out of the window and beheld a parade of convertibles carrying selected candidates for the sorority pledge princess contest. They waved at the bystanders. He noticed a particularly beautiful girl and thought that he would like...
Louie Martinez
Aug 11, 2025
Louie J. Martinez was born on August 12th, 1941, in Los Brazos, New Mexico, to Jose Ramon Martinez and Azucena Clara Martinez. Jose Ramon Martinez passed away in 1946 when Louie was 5. When he was 11, his mother, Azucena, married Lenore Vigil. The family moved to Monticello, Utah in 1956.
Louie married Efigenia (Virginia) Martinez in 1964. They moved to...
Mark Anthony Sanchez
Aug 11, 2025
Mark Anthony Sanchez, born November 18, 1972 to Marcia Sanchez and Praxedes (Prexy) Sanchez ( Jan. 23, 2011) passed away on August 11, 2025. He is joined with his father and brothers John (Dec. 16, 1965), Anthony R. (Jan. 3, 1962), and Andy (Apr. 8, 1952).
He is survived by the mother of his children in Sartell, MN (Anne Callan and...
Manuel R. Morgas
Aug 11, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Manuel R. Morgas, a beloved figure to all who knew him, on August 11, 2025. Born on January 1, 1932, in the beautiful town of Taos, New Mexico, Manuel lived a life marked by dedication, love, and an enduring spirit of community.
He is preceded in death by his wife...
Honorio "Nono" Rael Jr.
Aug 11, 2025
Honorio "Nono" Rael Jr., 70 years old, a cherished soul, gracefully departed this earthly realm on August 11, 2025, in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Honorio led a life marked by purpose, integrity, and profound love.
A dedicated Senior Accountant at Kit Carson Electric, Honorio exemplified professionalism and diligence in his career while balancing it with the joys of family life. His...
Alonzo Martinez Sr.
Aug 10, 2025
Alonzo Martinez Sr., age 86, passed away peacefully in his home on August 10, 2025., surrounded by his family. Born in Taos (Black Lake), NM on June 5, 1939, to Drucilla and Luis Martinez. He was raised in several locations in New Mexico but ultimately made his home in Taos, NM. Alonzo met Rufina Gutierrez whom he married and had...
Tony Sawtell
2025
With heartbreaking sadness, the family of Tony Sawtell announces his passing. Tony was an attorney in Santa Fe for almost 50 years with the firms of Catron, Catron and Sawtell and later with Sawtell, Wirth, and Biedscheid.
He grew up in Omaha, Nebraska where he graduated from Westside High School. He spent many months in Santa Fe beginning at age two....
Carlos A Ytuarte
2025
Carlos A. Ytuarte, a distinguished master server and cherished father, passed peacefully at home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, on August 9, 2025. Born on September 14, 1974, in the same historical city, Carlos dedicated his life to the art of fine dining, where he earned a reputation for his exceptional professionalism. His career was a tapestry woven with a...
Nathan Richard Hase
Aug 8, 2025
On Friday, August 8, 2025, Nathan Richard Hase passed away at the age of 92. He was the loving husband of Martha Jo, and father to Kristin and Kevin.
Nathan was born on January 25, 1933, in Elk City, Kansas, to Eugene Edgar and Pairidine (Mason) Hase. He married Martha Jo on June 5, 1960. Their daughter, Kristin Michelle, was born...
