Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico
Michael A. Pekarcik
Jun 25, 2026
Michael A. Pekarcik, born August 5, 1940, in Evergreen Park, Illinois, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2026, at his cherished home in Santa Clara, New Mexico, a residence he carefully designed and built himself as the first home on his road. He departed surrounded by his loving family, a gentle testament to the close bonds he forged throughout his...
Edward Mac Fettig
Jun 24, 2026
Edward “Tad” Fettig passed away in his sleep on July 24, 2026, surrounded by love. Tad is survived by his sister, Ros, and brother-in-law, Bill, and a worldwide network of the best friends, advisors and guides a man could have.Tad grew up surfing and sailing in Hawaii before attending college in Utah, where he began his film/documentary career as a...
Gilbert Paterson Talbot Simons
Jun 23, 2026
On June 23, 2026 G. Paterson “Pat” Simons of Santa Fe NM, age 85, passed away peacefully at home after a long illness. Martha, his beloved wife of 52 years, was at his side. He is survived by his daughter Metta, son Will and daughter-in-law Youjin, granddaughter Anna Marie (Seber), and sister Nancy. After a childhood in NYC and Nebraska,and...
Margie E. Sanchez
Jun 23, 2026
Margarita "Margie" Esther Sanchez, passed away peacefully at her residence in Dixon, New Mexico on June 23, 2026, surrounded by those who loved her most. Born on September 3, 1947, in Embudo, New Mexico, she touched many lives over her 78 years with her warmth, strength, and kindness.
Margie’s life was defined by a deep devotion to her family, a steadfast...
Robert Milton Patterson
Jun 22, 2026
Robert Milton Patterson, beloved father, cherished friend, and steadfast presence in the lives of all who knew him, passed away peacefully at home on June 22, 2026, at the age of 73. He was surrounded by his loving family in his final moments, comforted and held close, just as he had comforted and held so many others throughout his remarkable...
Frank Arthur Campos
Jun 22, 2026
Frank Arthur Campos, born on April 21, 1938, departed this world on June 22, 2026. He passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, just as he had lived—enveloped in love.
Frank’s journey through life was defined by his warmth and a steadfast generosity that touched all who knew him. Friends and family will forever remember his gentle laugh, his unwavering sense...
Socorro Balcorta
Jun 22, 2026
April 7, 1963 - June 22, 2026
Socorro Balcorta, 63, of El Vallecillo, Chihuahua, Mexico, passed away on June 22, 2026, in Santa Fe, New Mexico. He was born in Chihuahua, Mexico, in 1963 and moved to the United States at the age of 18. He worked for many years at The Bull Ring in Santa Fe, where he served as...
Joe L. Myers
Jun 21, 2026
Joe L. Myers, born on December 4, 1951, in Levelland, Texas, passed away in Arizona on June 21, 2026, following a hard-fought battle through a lengthy illness.
Joe found deep-rooted values in family and faith. He worked alongside his father in painting, drywall and construction, traveling together throughout the stretches of Northern New Mexico.
As a devout Christian, he was deeply committed...
Ruby Miera
Jun 21, 2026
With the deepest love and sorrow, we mourn the passing of my beautiful and compassionate mother, Ruby Miera, who passed away on June 21, 2026, at the age of 53.Ruby was a loving, warm-hearted, and incredibly giving woman who always put others before herself. She had a vivid imagination and a creative spirit that shined through everything she did. Whether...
James Howard Douglass, Jr.
Jun 21, 2026
It is with a very heavy heart to announce the passing of our beloved James. H. Douglass, Jr. (Jimmy).
Jimmy was born to Sgt. First Class James H. Douglass, Sr. and Janice Douglass on August 5, 1979 in Wiesbaden, Germany. He was welcomed by his siters Deborah and Laura.
Jimmy was a free spirit who had many hobbies. He loved cooking, RC...
Ernie Dalton
Jun 20, 2026
With heavy hearts and cherished memories, we gather to remember Ernie Dalton, whose life began on June 1, 1948, and was unexpectedly drawn to a close on June 20, 2026, in Pecos, New Mexico. Though his passing was sudden, the legacy Ernie leaves behind is profound, threaded through the lives he touched and the crafts he mastered.
Born to Henry Dalton...
Marie Claire Maurice
Jun 19, 2026
Marie Claire Maurice, 89, of Taos, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2026. Marie Claire was born on May 14, 1937 in Canoe Lake, Saskatchewan CN, to George and Marguerite Maurice. Marie Claire was part of the Canoe Lake Cree First Nations. At a young age Marie Claire was separated from her parents and sent to school in...
Claudina M. Salazar
Jun 19, 2026
Claudina M. Salazar (Valdez) 76 of Alcalde, NM passed away on June 19, 2026, peacefully at home with her family surrounding her with love.
She is preceded in death by her parents Juan M. Valdez and Adelia D. Valdez, siblings Richard Valdez, Delano Valdez, and sons Ernest Salazar and Sammy Salazar.
She's survived by her loving husband, Samuel A. Salazar, her daughter...
Rodger Dale Evenhus
Jun 18, 2026
Rodger Dale Evenhus, 67, of Los Alamos, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2026, following a lengthy illness, with his beloved wife, Nakye, holding his hand until the very end.
Rodger was born on July 27, 1958, in Lapeer, Michigan, to Gordon and Lillian Evenhus. One of ten children, he was raised with a deep appreciation for family, hard...
Gilbert H. Martinez Sr.
Jun 18, 2026
Gilbert H. Martinez, Sr. age 78, of Santa Fe, NM. Born on July 11, 1947, passed away on June 18, 2026. Born in Santa Fe, NM Gilbert was son of Willie Chavez Martinez and Helen Rodriguez Martinez. Willie passed away May 9, 1994, Helen passed away November 9, 2001. Gilbert is survived by his loving wife Margie Garcia Martinez, his...
Carlos R. Herrera
Jun 17, 2026
With profound sadness and heavy hearts, we announce that Carlos R. Herrera entered into eternal rest with our Lord on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. Carlos was a devoted son, loving father, cherished grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend whose presence brought strength, laughter, and love to all who knew him. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Herrera, and...
Smith Clark
Jun 17, 2026
Smith Clark, a man whose life was as profound and varied as the mountains he so loved, passed away peacefully at his residence on June 17, 2026, after a month of home hospice care provided by Mountain Home Healthcare of Taos, his wife Virginia Clark and Gallina Canyon neighbors' assistance. Born on November 14, 1940, in Santa Monica, California, Smith’s...
Cynthia Vest
Jun 17, 2026
Cynthia Ann Vest
Cynthia Ann Vest, lovingly known as Cindy, passed away on June 17, 2026. She was born Cynthia Ann Corlett on October 23, 1946, in Los Angeles, California, to Clifford and Winifred Corlett.
Cindy was the eldest of four children. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clifford and Winifred Corlett, and by her sister, Janne Gish.
Cindy is survived by her...
Charlotte Ann Lee
Jun 17, 2026
Charlotte Ann Lee
Charlotte Ann Lee passed peacefully on June 17, 2026, with her beloved husband Gary holding her hand. Charlotte was born on February 13, 1943, in Shreveport, LA to King and Bessie Overton. Charlotte grew up in West Monroe, LA and married Rex Carter on July 9, 1962. Their daughter Terri Kay was born on February 4, 1964.
After Charlotte...
