Obituaries

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

David R. Vigil

David R. Vigil

Dec 31, 2011

The family of David R. Vigil (Dave) is sad to announce his passing on Saturday December 31st 2011. David was a Taos High graduate (class of 1974), a veteran of the United States Air Force, a retired Taos High School Vocational teacher (1981- 2006). Dave was currently employed with the Taos County Assessors Office as a Global Information Systems (GIS)...

Elma Faye Kilgore

Elma Faye Kilgore

Dec 31, 2011

Ms. Elma F. Kilgore, age 84 of Los Alamos, passed away due to due to an automobile accident on Saturday December 31, 2011. She was preceded in death by her husband Louis D. Kilgore. She was a member of The Los Alamos Hospital Auxiliary & senior Citizens organizations, where she enjoyed Line dancing and playing Pinochle. She moved to Los...

Forrest P. Strong

Forrest P. Strong

Dec 30, 2011

Forrest Paul Strong, age 74, a resident of Los Alamos, NM, passed away Friday, December 30, 2011. Forrest was an art teacher for many years in the Los Alamos Public School System. He is preceded in death by his wife, Katherine Strong; sister, Bernita Strong and brother, Neil Strong. He is survived by his son; Nathan Strong of Harpers Ferry,...

Michael C. Dyke

Michael C. Dyke

Dec 30, 2011

Mr. Michael C. Dyke, age 61 of Tesuque, NM. died peacefully on Friday December 30, 2011. He is a United States Army, receiving The Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (Korea), as well as other medals/awards. . He is survived by his beloved wife Susan, and cherished family members. All services will take place in Santa Fe through our branch location on...

Michael Dyke

Michael Dyke

Dec 30, 2011

Michael C. Dyke was born on August 11, 1950 and passed away on December 30, 2011 after a tough battle with cancer. He was a lifetime resident of Tesuque, New Mexico. He is preceded in death by his parents Lourdes and Norman Dyke. He is survived by his wife of 31 years Susan, his daughter Nancy Arellano, step son Brian...

Mary Flossie Ocanas

Mary Flossie Ocanas

Dec 30, 2011

Mary Flossie Ocanas, 78, of Ranchos de Taos passed peacefully away on December 30, 201. Flossie volunteered and for many years managed the Manos Amigos for San Francisco de Asis Catholic Church and was also a member of the Secular Franciscans. She taught school for many years in Wisconsin and in Taos. She is preceded in death by her husband...

Jason Johnson

Jason Johnson

Dec 29, 2011

~ Mr. Jason Leonard Johnson ~ Age 32 of Albuquerque, NM. and formerly of Alcalde, passed away on December 29, 2011. He was preceded in death by his father Edwin Johnson, grandfather Juan Maestas and cousin Marcos Martinez. He enjoyed his career as a cosmetologist, and was a very generous, loving & caring person, a great baker, party planner and...

Julian R. Varela

Julian R. Varela

Dec 29, 2011

Julian R. Varela, 49, of Taos passed away on December 29, 2011. Julians time was tragically cut short because of a traffic accident. He is predeceased by his brother Conner R. Quintana. He is survived by his wife of 17 years, Marci Beatty, his daughters Hannah & Mary Margaret Varela, all of Taos. He is also survived by his mother...

Georgia Morgan

Georgia Morgan

Dec 28, 2011

Georgia Morgan 45, of Santa Fe, NM passed away on December 28, 2011 as a result of an accident. She is preceded in death by her son, Lenny Carreno in June 2011. Lenny was very dear to her and is missed very much by his entire family. She is also preceded in death by her grandparents; Librado and Piedad Lucero....

Lawrence P. Martinez

Lawrence P. Martinez

Dec 27, 2011

Mr. Lawrence P. Martinez of Santa Fe, NM. died peacefully on Tuesday December 27, 2011 in Santa Fe, NM. He is survived by brother Robert Martinez and other beloved members of the family. A memorial service will be held & arranged by the family themselves.

Eddie S. Ortiz

Eddie S. Ortiz

Dec 27, 2011

Eduardo (Eddie) S. Ortiz, our beloved brother, uncle, God father, of Santa Fe, NM. passed away suddenly on Tuesday December 27, 2011. He was preceded in death by his parents Jose & Carmelita Ortiz, son James Ortiz, daughter Crystal Paiz, niece Roberta Ann Ortiz, nephew Jeffrey Ortiz, brothers in law; Nate Benavidez and Cristobal Montoya and sister in law Angie...

Harby Deaguero

Harby Deaguero

Dec 25, 2011

Harby DeAguero, age 68, a lifelong resident of Chimayo passed away Saturday, December 24th after a long illness. He is preceded in death by his daughter; Karen DeAuguero, sons; Leroy, Joseph, Mark and Isaac, father; Jose DeAguero and an adopted sister Melanie. He is survived by his mother; Rosario Montoya of Chimayo, sons; Peter DeAguero (Sophie) of Santa Cruz, Timmy...

Sharon Anderson

Sharon Anderson

Dec 23, 2011

Sharon Marie Anderson, 61, of Taos passed away on December 23, 2011. She is preceded in death by her husband, Robert Anderson, parents, Ben and Irene Martinez and brother, Thomas Martinez. She is survived by her daughter, Tara Mondragon Cortez (Art), brother, Benny Martinez, granddaughter, Anastasia Cordova, nieces, Nora Martinez and Rhonda Rael (Victor) and other relatives and friends. Prayer...

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