Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico
Ronald Allen
May 17, 2013
Mr. Ronald Scott Allen, age 58, a resident of Pecos, NM passed away on May 17, 2013. He was born to Charles Allen and Evelyn Wilks in 1955 and worked security. No public services were held and the family would like to thank everyone for their kind words during this difficult time.
Ernesto Sandoval Sr.
May 17, 2013
ERNESTO SANDOVAL of Santa Fe NM was called to be with our Lord on Friday May 17, 2013. Ernesto was born November 18th, 1921 and was raised in Pecos NM. He served in the US ARMY during World War II at the rank of Private. Ernesto married the love of his life Stella Rodriguez on October 15th, 1945. Ernesto worked...
Vivianita Vigil
May 17, 2013
Vivianita Vigil, 93, of Llano San Juan passed away on May 17, 2013. She is preceded in death by her husband, Procopio Vigil, son, Anthony Quintana and daughter, Elizabeth Sanchez. She is survived by her companion, Juan Quintana, children, Clora Hernandez, Edna Vigil, Betty Gurule, George Vigil (Lillian), Modesto Vigil, Teresa Vigil, Tina Pacheco (Paul) and Fred Quintana, sister, Telesfora...
Fred Housman
May 15, 2013
Winfred "Fred" C. Housman passed away in Santa Fe, NM on May 15, 2013 at the age of 80. A Celebration of Life with military honors will be held at the Legal Tender in Lamy on Friday, May 31st, at 10:00AM. Fred was born in Shreveport, Louisiana, attended Sam Houston University in Huntsville, Texas, & served as a Hospital Corpsman...
Joe Espicio Vigil
May 13, 2013
Joe Espicio Vigil, 66, of llano Quemado passed away on May 13, 2013. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jose and Fidelia Vigil, grandchildren, Alden and Nathan Chato and brother, Leroy Vigil. He is survived by his wife, Jeanette Vigil, children, Gloria Vigil, Michelle Chato (Alden), Cynthia Reeves, Matthew Vigil (Jessica), mother of his children, Linda Vigil, grandchildren,...
Lynda C. Stolle
May 13, 2013
Lynda C. Stolle, age 64, a resident of Santa Fe, NM passed away on May 13, 2013. No public services were held and the family would like to thank everyone for their kind words during this difficult time.
Roger W. Rael
May 12, 2013
Roger Rael, Rebel 48, of Questa passed away unexpectedly on May 12, 2013. He is preceded in death by his father, Eloy E. Rael, infant sister, Lori Rael, great nephews, Jonathan Montoya and Paul Emilio Trujillo Jr. He is survived by his son, Ryan Rael, mother, Adonilia Rael, brothers and sisters, Viola Trujillo (Fernie), Irene Montoya (Jake), Evaristo Rael (Barbara),...
Christina 'Tina' Chavez
May 8, 2013
Christina Tina Chavez, born on July 26, 1978, went home to join her sister Lisa Jenny Chavez and all the angels in Gods heavenly kingdom as promised by our Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, May 8, 2013. Age 34, she passed peacefully with family surrounding her as her Savior took her by the hand and gently lead her home. Preceded...
Christina 'Tina' Chavez
May 8, 2013
Christina Tina Chavez, born on July 26, 1978, went home to join her sister Lisa Jenny Chavez and all the angels in Gods heavenly kingdom as promised by our Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, May 8, 2013. Age 34, she passed peacefully with family surrounding her as her Savior took her by the hand and gently lead her home. She...

Kenny King
May 7, 2013
Kenny King, 55, of Questa passed away unexpectedly on May 7, 2013. He is preceded in death by his son, Joseph King, parents and two brothers. He is survived by his wife, Joy King, children, Ben King (Rachel), Jessica Coss (Clayton), Arielle Hampton (James) and grandson, Gideon Hampton. Arrangements are pending.
Carlotta Clark-Van Brunt
May 7, 2013
Carlotta Clark-Van Brunt Has passed away after a determined battle with cancer. She will be remembered as a devoted mom to her own children, as well as to a circle of loved ones she mentored. Carlotta was a pursuer of justice, a fine equestrian, lover of travel, good humor, and scary movies. Carlotta is survived by her husband, Willie, her...
Mike G. Abeyta
May 6, 2013
Mike G. Abeyta, age 59, a resident of Espanola passed away on May 6, 2013. He was born on March 25, 1954 in Chamisal, NM to Florida Abeyta and Charlie Abeyta Sr. Mike is preceded in death by his father Charlie Abeyta Sr., mother Florida Abeyta, and brother Charlie Abeyta Jr. He is survived by his daughter Michelle and Ralph...
Lila F. Rivera
May 5, 2013
Lila Fernandez, 81, a lifelong resident of Espanola went home to meet her Heavenly Savior on May 5, 2013 after a lengthy illness with Alzheimers. Her passion in life was to love and serve the Lord each day. Lila is preceded in death by her mother-in-law Celia Archuleta (daughter of the late Candido and Sostena Gomez) and niece Stephanie Castaneda...
Lillie M. Perea
May 4, 2013
Lillie Perea, age 75, a resident of Anton Chico, NM passed away on May 4, 2013 due to a longtime illness. She was born on June 25, 1937 to Juan and Stella Maestas and adoptive mother Rita Marquez. Lillie is preceded in death by her adoptive mother Rita Marquez, parents Juan and Stella Maestas, brothers Jose, Levi, Richard and Leroy...
Daniel Suazo
May 4, 2013
Daniel Simon Suazo, 25, of El Prado passed away unexpectedly on May 4, 2013. He is preceded in death by his grandfathers, Ernesto Griego, Max Suazo and Tomas Cruz, uncles, Severo Griego and Reggie Suazo, cousin, Antonio Romero and best friend, Nathaniel Maestas. He is survived by his parents, Simon Griego and Rosemarie Cruz, mother, Yolanda Suazo, brothers and sisters,...
Alice C. Steinmann
May 3, 2013
Mrs. Alice C. Steinmann, age 88, a resident of Taos, NM passed away peacefully on May 3, 2013. She was born to Howard Yost and Ollie Kramer in 1924. No public services were held and the family would like to thank everyone for their kind words during this difficult time.