Obituaries

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

Richard Jimenez

Richard Jimenez

2025

It is with profound sadness that the family of Richard Jimenez announce his passing on August 7, 2025, at the age of 84. Richard grew up in Tesuque N.M and resided in Santa Fe N.M. He was born December 12,1940, to the late Josephine and Ricardo Jimenez. Richard was a devoted husband to his wife Marcella, with whom he shared...

Patricia Jean Gessner

Patricia Jean Gessner

2025

Patricia Jean Gessner, affectionately known as Patty, graced this world with her presence on August 4, 1927, in the picturesque town of Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan. A life filled with dedication and warmth came to a serene conclusion on August 7, 2025, as she passed away peacefully in her sleep in the enchanting landscapes of Santa Fe, New Mexico.

Patty's journey...

Grace L. Ruiz

Grace L. Ruiz

Aug 6, 2025

In Loving Memory of

GRACE L. RUIZ

June 29, 1935 – August 6, 2025

Grace L. Ruiz, 90, joined our Heavenly Father on August 6, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, godmother, aunt and friend. She was born on June 29, 1935, in Ojo Caliente, NM to Pedro and Rosana Lucero. She is preceded...

Louise Miriam Timblin-Mills

Louise Miriam Timblin-Mills

Aug 6, 2025

Louise Timblin Mills, 85, of Española, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2025, knowing she left behind the love of family and friends whose lives she lit with humor, warmth, and an irrepressible zest for living.

Born in Ellwood City, Pennsylvania, to Earl and Esther Timblin, Louise was the eldest of six—a natural protector whose fierce loyalty showed itself...

Gary Scott Fisher

Gary Scott Fisher

Aug 5, 2025

Scott Fisher passed away on August 5, 2025, at 80 years of age, in his Santa Fe, New Mexico home after a prolonged struggle with Parkinson’s Disease, with two sisters and a loving caregiver at his side.

Born in Buffalo NY, Scott eventually became the older and only brother to JoAnn, Toby, Diane (now deceased), Susan (who, at the age of...

Ema "Gloria" Sanchez

Ema "Gloria" Sanchez

Aug 5, 2025

“Laugh, for the time is brief…”

It is with profound sadness that we announce the death of our beloved Ema “Gloria” Sanchez, who passed away peacefully on August 5, 2025, at the age of 91. Born in 1934 in Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico, Gloria was the fourth of six children born to Juan Pablo and Rosabel Torres Valerio.

Gloria was what...

Yolanda Maria Turpen

Yolanda Maria Turpen

Aug 3, 2025

Yolanda Maria de Lourdes Araya Silva was born on August 8, 1944, in Santiago, Chile, to Feliciano Araya and Julia Silva. She passed away peacefully on August 3, 2025, at her home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, in the arms of her devoted husband.

Yolanda grew up in Santiago surrounded by four brothers and three beloved sisters. Even in her youth,...

Andrei Nikolaevich Matlashov

Andrei Nikolaevich Matlashov

Aug 3, 2025

ANDREI NIKOLAEVICH MATLASHOV Sept. 25, 1958 – Aug. 3, 2025

Andrei Nikolaevich Matlashov, born on September 25, 1958, in Tyrnyauz, Kabarda-Balkar ASSR, passed away on August 3, 2025, in Los Alamos, New Mexico.

He is survived by his loving wife, Tatiana Matlashova, and his two daughters, Valentina and Yuliya Matlashova.

Andrei was an incredible man, wise, generous, and deeply curious about the world....

Barbara Diane Iams

Barbara Diane Iams

Aug 2, 2025

Barbara Diane Iams, a beloved professional chef and cherished member of the culinary community, passed away on August 2, 2025, in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Born in December 1946, Barbara devoted her life not only to the art of cooking but also to building numerous friendships throughout her remarkable career.

Despite having outlived nearly all of her family and friends, Barbara...

Andrea Butje

Andrea Butje

Aug 2, 2025

Andrea Butje died peacefully at home surrounded by friends and family on August 2, 2025. Andrea was an accomplished educator and entrepreneur who inspired students, friends and colleagues throughout the world.

She co-founded the Finger Lakes School of Massage in 1994. Under her guidance FLSM grew into a nationally recognized school whose students flourished into successful Massage Therapists.

Her love of plants...

Alfonso Lovato

Alfonso Lovato

Aug 1, 2025

Alfonso “Coach” Lovato, 80, of Santa Fe, New Mexico, passed away on August 1st, 2025, surrounded by his loving family after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, godfather, friend, mentor and coach. 

Born on March 11, 1945, in Sena, New Mexico (the ranch), Alfonso was the son of Antonio and...

Dale Garcia

Dale Garcia

Jul 31, 2025

In Memory of Dale Delfino Garcia

February 1, 1960 – July 31, 2025

Age 65

Dale Delfino Garcia, of Alcalde, passed away on July 31, 2025, at the age of 65. A man of quiet strength, strong hands, and an even stronger will, Dale leaves behind a legacy built on hard work, loyalty, and showing up for his people in his own steady...

Arlene Marie Pacheco

Arlene Marie Pacheco

Jul 30, 2025

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Arlene Marie Pacheco, a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, and beloved daughter, who peacefully departed this life on July 30, 2025, at the age of 64. Arlene was the heart of her family — warm, generous, and deeply caring. Her love for her family knew no bounds, and her gentle strength...

Annette Martinez

Annette Martinez

Jul 30, 2025

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Annette Martinez, who departed this world on the 30th of July, 2025, at the age of sixty-one. Born on September 22, 1963, Annette brought joy and vitality into the lives of those fortunate enough to know her. Known for her radiant smile and beautiful long braids, she captivated...

Eddie T. Rivera

Eddie T. Rivera

2025

Eddie T. Rivera, a loving husband and father, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2025, at his home in Santa Fe, surrounded by his devoted family. Born on September 12, 1939, in Santa Fe, Eddie lived a life filled with love, laughter, and the joy of family.

Eddie was a proud veteran of the United States Army, a service that he...

Barbara Ann Ramsay

Barbara Ann Ramsay

Jul 29, 2025

Barbara Ann Ramsay, 91, of Los Alamos, New Mexico, left us on July 29, 2025, to join her late husband John on their new and grandest adventure. Born in Madison, Wisconsin, to Raymond and Ann (Wildeman) Hilsenhoff, Barbara lived an extraordinary life full of love, motherhood, horsemanship, and adventure.Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, John; her parents; her...

Ricky E. Valdez

Ricky E. Valdez

Jul 29, 2025

Ricky E. Valdez beloved son, brother, nephew, cousin and friend went to the spirit world July 29, 2025. Your love, laughter and feistiness will be missed but will live forever in our hearts. You can now dance with the family that has gone before you. We love you hito!!!

Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day,...

Christopher D Meyer

Christopher D Meyer

Jul 28, 2025

My Love, Chris went to be with the Lord on July 28, 2025. He was born February 28, 1985, in Santa Fe, NM

He is preceded in death by his Grandfather KT Lopez and his Old Old Grama Esther M. Martinez

He is survived by his wife Celina, sons, Brandon & Dylan. His mother Catherine Meyer, his father Joseph Meyer, his mother-in-law...

Albert (Bert) Lloyd Stipe

Albert (Bert) Lloyd Stipe

Jul 28, 2025

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Albert Lloyd Stipe on July 28 at Christus St. Vincent Regional Hospital after bravely battling various forms of cancer for 16 years.

Born in Joplin, MO, Bert grew up in Baxter Springs, KS, and Tulsa, OK, the third of four sons of Jepthae Carey (JC) Stipe and Dorothy Woodman. He was...

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