Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico

Rose Ortiz
Feb 4, 2013
Rose Ortiz, 91, of Cerro passed away on February 4, 2013. She is preceded in death by her husband, Arthur Ortiz and daughter, Anita Padilla. She is survived by her children, Pete, David, Rose, Mabel and Robert. Rosary was recited on February 11, 2013. Funeral mass was held on February 12, 2013. Both services were held at Our Lady of...
Joseph Alaniz
Feb 3, 2013
Joseph L. Alaniz, 51, of Lower Ranchitos passed away unexpectedly on February 03, 2013. He was a 1981 graduate of Taos High School and worked for several years in sales at Randall Lumber & Hardware Company. Joseph enjoyed wood carving and working on and restoring old vehicles. He also enjoyed playing his guitar and loved his music. He is preceded...
Fernando Gonzales
Jan 30, 2013
Fernando C. Gonzales, 78, of Taos passed away on January 30, 2013. He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. serving during the Korean Conflict. Fernando worked for many years as a mine inspector for the Occupational Safety & Health Administration. He is preceded in death by his parents, Juan Domingo and Fedelina Gonzales, brother, Ernesto Gonzales, sisters,...
Louis Martinez
Jan 29, 2013
Mr. Louis Martinez, age 78, of Espanola, NM passed away peacefully on January 29, 2013. He was born to Santiago and Anita Martinez and was married to Marie Antonette Martinez. All services are pending at this time and the family would like to thank everyone for their kind words during this dificult time.
Louis Martinez
Jan 29, 2013
Louis Martinez, 78, a resident of Fairview passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family at his home on Tuesday January 29, 2013. Louis served in the armed forces and he worked as a manager at the Safeway Store in Espanola. For numerous years, Louis raised and owned thoroughbred horses and enjoyed horse racing all through the state. He was...
Jessie Gabriel Garcia
Jan 28, 2013
JESSIE G GARCIA 35, passed away January 28, 2013. He is preceded in death by his father Luiz Garcia; grandmother, Aurelia Bustos; grandfather, Lino Barela; and uncle Michael Barela. He is survived by his mother Linda Garcia; brother Ralph (Theresa) Garcia; sister Angelica Garcia; grandmother Maida Barela; and many other family and friends. Donation are being accepted at any Guadalupe...
Peter Joseph Mccabe
Jan 28, 2013
Peter Joseph McCabe, 74, of Angel Fire passed away on January 28, 2013. He is preceded in death by his son, Stephen Scott McCabe, parents, Peter and Muriel McCabe. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Joyce McCabe, children, Peter McCabe and Lisa Givens-Morgan, grandchildren, Jay A. Givens and Kelly J. Givens and Casey S. McCabe, numerous other...
Diane B Jergins
Jan 28, 2013
Diane Blanche "Dee" Jergins 1932 - 2013 After an extended illness, Diane Blanche "Dee" Jergins passed away quietly at her home in Santa Fe on Monday, January 27, 2013. She was known for her gentle strength and her loving, generous heart. Dee Jergins was born on March 22, 1932 in Los Angeles, California, where she grew up. She graduated from...
John James Reitano
Jan 27, 2013
John Reitano 91, died in Santa Fe, New Mexico on January 27, 2013. Born in Philadelphia he was a Hammonton resident for 65 years. He is predeceased by his parents, James and Anna Reitano, and sisters, Anne Walsh and Madeline Colasurdo. Surviving him are his wife, Lorraine, of 62 years, daughters Gail, Lisa and Donna and their families including grandchildren,...
Velma Mae Schmidt
Jan 27, 2013
Velma Mae Schmidt, age 78, loving mother and grandmother, was called home by the angels and into the arms of Jesus on Sunday, January 27, 2013. Velma was born and raised in Monte Vista, Colorado in the heart of the San Luis Valley. She adored her father Ted Barton, a local farmer and helped to raise her two brothers and...
Patricia Martinez Pena Griffin
Jan 26, 2013
Patricia (Martinez) Pena Griffin, 83, a lifelong resident of Taos passed away on January 26, 2013 at Holy Cross Hospital surrounded by family. She was owner and operator of the Don Pasqual Martinez Bed and Breakfast in Ranchos where she loved visiting her many visitors and friends. Patricia was known for her hand crafted Native American dolls. She was a...
Margaret M Fernandez
Jan 26, 2013
MARGARET FERNANDEZ Passed away January 26, 2013. She is preceded in death by her parents, Luis and Petrita Fernandez; brother, Luis Fernandez (Julia); sisters: Marina Cordova (Joe), Alice Garcia, and Margarita (infant); brother, Bonifacio (Margie) Fernandez; sister, Agapita Jeanete; brother: Gustavo Fernandez (Teodora); brothers-in-law: Ben Lucero and Eloy Trujillo. Margaret is survived by her sister, Fabby Lucero of Albuquerque; brother,...
Margaret Fernandez
Jan 26, 2013
MARGARET FERNANDEZ Passed away January 26, 2013. She is preceded in death by her parents, Luis and Petrita Fernandez; brother, Luis Fernandez (Julia); sisters: Marina Cordova (Joe), Alice Garcia, and Margarita (infant); brother, Bonifacio (Margie) Fernandez; sister, Agapita Jeanete; brother: Gustavo Fernandez (Teodora); brothers-in-law: Ben Lucero and Eloy Trujillo. Margaret is survived by her sister, Fabby Lucero of Albuquerque; brother,...
Ramon Sandoval
Jan 23, 2013
Ramon Sandoval August 1, 1928 to January 23, 2013 Ramon Sandoval, age 84, passed peacefully into the loving arms of God on January 23, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents: Francisco and Marenita Sandoval; his children: Evelyn and Raymond Sandoval, Jr.; brothers: Adolfo, Fermin and Prudencio Sandoval, and his sister: Sofia Quintana. Ramon is survived by his...
Anna Marie Duran
Jan 23, 2013
Baby Anna Marie Duran A Visitation were held at Rivera Family Chapel in Santa Fe on Thursday, January 31, 2013 at 3 p.m. with a Rosary at 4 p.m. A Memorial Service was held at Rivera Family Chapel on Friday, February 1, 2013 at 10 a.m. burial to follow at Rosario Cemetery.