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