Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico
Phillip Matthew "Fly" Armijo
Oct 26, 2025
Phillip Matthew “Fly” Armijo, the youngest son of Isadora and Tony Armijo, was born on December 6, 1964…It is with great sorrow that his family announces his passing on October 26, 2025 at 60 after a recent illness. Born and raised in Santa Fe, he was a 1982 graduate of Santa Fe High School. He worked in the construction industry...
Ruth Evelyn Gibson
Oct 24, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Ruth Evelyn Gibson on October 24, 2025. Born to Ernest and Evelyn Bowman in Keams Canyon AZ in September 1942.
Ruth grew up in New Mexico, graduating from Los Alamos High School. She married Hezzie Gibson in 1961, they lived in Los Alamos, where they welcomed and raised their son...
David Patrick Garcia
2025
David Patrick Garcia, affectionately known as "Pappy," was born on June 16, 1957, in the vibrant city of Santa Fe, New Mexico. He brought unparalleled joy and warmth to those around him, creating a legacy that will forever be cherished. Tragically, on October 23, 2025, Pappy passed away unexpectedly in Albuquerque, New Mexico, leaving a profound sense of loss among...
Virginia Kachelmeier
Oct 23, 2025
In Loving Memory of Virginia Lee Kachelmeier
June 7, 1948 - October 23, 2025
Virginia Lee Kachelmeier, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2025, at Arden Courts in San Antonio, Texas. She was 77.
Born on June 7, 1948, in Raton, New Mexico, Virginia was the cherished daughter of Roy and Marie Butt, both of whom...
Jerome "Jerry" S. Rice
Oct 22, 2025
Jerome S. “Jerry” Rice of Taos, NM passed away suddenly on October 22, 2025 after a fall. Jerry was born on 11/3/1937 in Roseau, MN, graduated from Roseau High School in 1955 and maintained close connections to Roseau County all his life. He graduated from St. Olaf College in 1959 and Harvard Law School in 1962. He served in the...
Richard Hratch Tashjian
Oct 21, 2025
Richard Hratch Tashjian, a well-known artist, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2025, at the age of 99 in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Born on June 27, 1926, in Dorchester, Massachusetts, Richard lived a life rich in creativity, love of nature and devotion to the fine arts. Richard served honorably in the United States Naval Reserve during World War II...
Caren Joyce Kershner
2025
She was an artist living and creating outside the lines, unapologetically herself. Wife of James Kershner, mother to Suzan and Richard and step mother to Chris.
Caren was born in 1941 in Denver Colorado to Jeannette and Earl McGowen. She grew up in Los Alamos NM where both of her parents and later her husband worked for the Lab. Caren married...
Steff Winter-Harnisch
Oct 21, 2025
Stephanie Ann Winter – beloved wife, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend – passed away on October 21, 2025, at age 38, from late-stage ALS.
Born and raised in Santa Fe, NM, Steff graduated from Indiana University in Bloomington, where she played Division I water polo all four years and served as co-captain her senior year.
Known affectionately as Steff, Steffi, Princess, Stick,...
Julia Salcido Nathanson
Oct 20, 2025
Julia Salcido Nathanson passed away on October 20th in Tucson, Arizona, at the age of 95. Julia lived a long and deeply meaningful life, being of service to those around her and her community.
Born in Wilmington California, Julia was the eldest daughter of Julian Salcido, a hardworking Longshoreman from Chihuahua, Mexico and Lousie Notah, a Navajo born in To'hajiilee, New...
Blossom Melanie Romero
Oct 20, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we honor the life of Blossom Melanie Romero, born on November 3, 1976, and who departed from this world on October 20, 2025. Blossom was a wonderful daughter, sister, mother, nah-nah, auntie, and friend, whose presence enriched the lives of all who had the privilege to know her.
Blossom embraced her heritage with deep...
Karl H. Kregor
Oct 20, 2025
Karl H. Kregor, PhD, of Santa Fe, New Mexico, passed away Monday, October 20, 2025 at the age of 87, from heart disease. Karl was born September 27, 1938 in the Bronx, New York City, NY to Walter Kregor and his wife Viktoria Okrzesik, of Bremen, Germany. He was a resident of the Santa Fe area for 28 years, moving...
Timothy Thomas Morrison
Oct 19, 2025
The elusive Timothy Thomas Morrison passed away unexpectedly (which was just like him!) on Saturday October 18th 2025 at the age of 48.
Tim made his first appearance in Idaho Falls, ID on August 18, 1977, and moved with his family to Los Alamos, NM in 1982. After graduating from Los Alamos High School in 1996, Tim went on to officially...
Pulita Andrea Benavidez
Oct 19, 2025
Pulita A. Benavidez born November 15, 1932, in El Rancho, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on October 19, 2025. Pulita Benavidez went to be with her Lord and Savior on October 19, 2025. She is survived by her children, Stefanie Landes, Amy (Chris) Christiansen, Oliver Benavidez, Abel John Benavidez. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Abel Buddy Benavidez, Abraham...
Timothy Thomas Morrison
Oct 18, 2025
The elusive Timothy Thomas Morrison passed away unexpectedly (which was just like him!) on Saturday October 18th 2025 at the age of 48.
Tim made his first appearance in Idaho Falls, ID on August 18, 1977, and moved with his family to Los Alamos, NM in 1982. After graduating from Los Alamos High School in 1996, Tim went on to officially...
Cecelia Ann Saladen
Oct 17, 2025
CECELIA ANN SALADEN
April 22, 1936 – October 17, 2025
Cecelia Ann (McConville) Saladen, devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend passed away peacefully on October 17, 2025 at Christus St. Vincent Hospital in Santa Fe, New Mexico at the age of 89.
Cecelia was born in McCook, Nebraska on April 22, 1936 to Thomas and Elizabeth (Lillian) McConville. She grew up on...
Jose Ortiz
Oct 16, 2025
Surrounded by his loving family, Jose Ortiz passed away peacefully on October 16, 2025. A devoted husband, father, son, and friend, Jose leaves behind a legacy of hard work, craftsmanship, and unwavering dedication.
For over 40 years, Jose poured his heart into his construction business, building not just structures, but a reputation for excellence and integrity. His passion for his work...
John "Jack" Louis Ranweiler
Oct 16, 2025
John “Jack” Louis Ranweiler, 79, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, died peacefully on October 16, 2025 at home in Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico. He was a former resident of Alaska, having lived in Ketchikan, Sitka, and Homer.
Jack was born on September 15, 1946, to Louis and Elizabeth Ranweiler in St. Cloud, Minnesota. After graduation, he joined the Marine Corps...
Lois Schneider
Oct 15, 2025
Lois Schneider, 91, passed peacefully in her sleep in Oakland, California on October 15, 2025, after a lengthy illness.
Lois Ellen Steele was born in Millvale, Pennsylvania on April 23, 1934, to Leonard and Elizabeth Steele. Her father died when she was a child and she was raised there by her grandparents, Paul and Magdalena Steele. She spent her earlier years...
Lee Martin Carrillo
Oct 14, 2025
Lee M. Carrillo Of Santa Fe went to be with our dear Lord October 14th, 2025. He is proceeded in death by his Father Joe Carrillo; Mother Marry Carrillo and Daughter Alicia.
Lee is Survived by Sister's Gloria Ortiz, Pam Alejandro and Brother Marvin Carrillo. Children Nico, Phil, Marcos and Amanda. Special Nieces Anita Ortiz, Jomarie Ortiz, Andrea Carrillo and Nephew...
David Rudy Sandoval
Oct 13, 2025
David Rudy Sandoval (affectionately known as “Pops”), a man of boundless faith, wisdom, and strength, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 13, 2025, at the age of 72. Born on July 10, 1953, David was a mighty man of God; steadfast in his devotion, unshakable in his belief, and guided always by the...
