Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico
Dolores Grobe
Mar 15, 2026
Dolores (Granny) Grobe August 18th, 1947,
With profound sadness and deep love, we announce the passing of our loving Mother Dolores Grobe on March 15th, 2026. She is preceded in death by her Parents, Father: Crecensio Escudero, Mother: Flora Escudero
Sisters: Elizabeth Rael, Anita Escudero & Sandy Escudero and Greg Chavez
She was called home alongside her loving and caring daughter Monica C....
Bruce Lionel Ross
Mar 15, 2026
Bruce Lionel Ross died on March 15th in his beloved Taos with his two children by his side. He was born on October 27, 1947, in Evanston, Illinois, to pharmacists Louis J. Ross and Shirlee M. (Thikoll) Ross. He grew up with his sister, Bonnie Schoenberg, six years his elder, and their childhood was profoundly shaped by the loss of...
Sandra Lee Gallegos Payne
Mar 14, 2026
“Keep your face to the sunshine and you cannot see the shadow.” – Helen Keller.
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Sandra Lee Gallegos Payne. Sandra was born on May 17, 1955, in Santa Fe, NM, a daughter to the late David and Helen Gallegos, and went home to be with the Lord on March 14,...
Orlando H. Chacon
Mar 14, 2026
Orlando Henry Chacon, a devoted family man, skilled craftsman, and ardent outdoorsman, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2026, in Espanola, New Mexico. Born on December 6, 1956, in Fairview, New Mexico, Orlando lived a life marked by dedication, hard work, and a generous spirit that endeared him to his family and community.
A graduate of Espanola High School, Orlando's thirst...
Mark Peter Rodriguez
Mar 13, 2026
Mark Peter Rodriguez Obituary
Mark Rodriguez, 56, was lovingly called home to Jesus from St Joseph’s Hospital & Medical Center in Phoenix, AZ after a 4 month fight to overcome a medical anomaly related to his cervical spine. Preceding him in death were his parents, Imelda & Robert Rodriguez and his brother, Ronald Rodriguez. He is survived by his wife Sandra...
Donald Robert MacFarlane
Mar 13, 2026
Donald Robert MacFarlane
July 10, 1930-March 13, 2026
Don passed away peacefully in his home at The Montecito, Santa Fe, NM on March 13, 2026. He is survived by his daughter Ginger, son Eric and his wife Sharon, sister Athene Main and nephews Dale and Louis Main. He is also survived by 3 grand dogs and 2 grand turtles.
Donald R. MacFarlane was...
James "Jay" Rose
Mar 13, 2026
James "Jay" Rose
Passed away on March 13th at the age of 85. Jay was born April 11, 1940 in Monterey Park, CA. He attended Fallbrook High School, San Marcos Junior College, and UC Davis Veterinary School where he met his wife, Ethel, who was also attending Veterinary School there. They established, owned and operated the San Luis Rey Equine Clinic...
Dolores M. Montoya
Mar 12, 2026
Dolores M Montoya, 86 of El Prado, passed away on March 12, 2026.
Our dear beloved Dolores has gone to be with the Lord and the love of her life, Ernesto.
She is preceded in death by her high school sweetheart and love of her life Ernesto M Montoya of El Prado; her two sons Julian E Montoya & Julian A Montoya;...
Betty Michael Cordova
Mar 11, 2026
Betty Michael Cordova lived 93 wonderful years filled with family, friends, travel, and food. She passed away on March 11th,2026 to be rejoined with her husband Ted and family who preceded her. Betty was born in San Mateo, NM.
After graduating from high school, she attended NMSU for a brief time before returning to San Mateo to help her parents and...
Mike Mabry
Mar 11, 2026
Tres Orejas lost one of its more notable long time residents this week, Mike Mabry. He passed away last Wednesday after a long and interesting life. He left behind his wife Peg, a daughter, four sons and many grandchildren. He and his family first moved to Tres Orejas in 1981 where they built a house in the then sparsely inhabited...
Rene Lopez
Mar 11, 2026
A rosary will be recited on Friday March 27th at 2:00 followed by a prayer service at 2:30 in the Kiva Chapel at Rivera Funeral Home 417 East Rodeo Road Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Andreé Colette Balot Mena
Mar 10, 2026
Andreé Colette Balot Mena, 82, of Santa Fe, NM passed away on March 10th, 2026.
She will be remembered as a woman of warmth, resilience, and gentle strength—a lover of animals who never turned away a stray, a gifted cook whose kitchen was always open to family and friends, and a creative spirit who expressed herself through her art. Above all,...
Marco Barbitta
Mar 10, 2026
Lifelong Chef, Sommelier, and restaurant owner Marco Barbitta passed away peacefully on Tuesday March 10, 2026 joining his brother Godi, parents Marianne and Gaudenzio Barbitta, sister-in-law Maya Barbitta-Albertini, and many other loved ones both family and friends that passed before him. He was a loving brother to René (Lisa, sister-in-law) and Ferdinand Barbitta (Theres, sister-in-law) and proud uncle to his...
Herbert Furniss Kincey, Jr.
Mar 10, 2026
OBITUARY
Herbert Furniss Kincey, Jr.-
12/12/1934 - 3/10/2026
Herb Kincey was an outdoorsman, teacher, and a pillar of the Santa Fe
community. Over his more than 50 years in the city, he helped hundreds
find their way by helping to found the St. Johns College Search and Rescue
Team and opening his home to anyone who needed a place to live.
Throughout his life, he was kind,...
Frank (Pancho) Vigil Sr
Mar 10, 2026
Frank (Pancho) Vigil Sr., a devoted son, brother, father, grandfather, and a proud veteran, passed away on March 10, 2026. Born to Alfonso and Gertruditas on March 5, 1947, in Cerro, New Mexico, Frank’s life was marked by service, dedication, and deep family ties that spanned generations.
Frank’s early years in Cerro were shaped by his close-knit family and his strong...
Christopher Archuleta
Mar 9, 2026
Christopher Archuleta, a man known for his kindhearted spirit and deep love for his family, passed unexpectedly on March 9, 2026, in his hometown of Santa Fe, New Mexico. Born on August 19, 1984, Christopher spent his life embracing the beauty of the world around him and the warmth of the people he cherished most. His journey may have ended...
Gary Steven Martinez
Mar 8, 2026
Gary Steven Martinez, born on July 13, 1967, in Espanola, New Mexico, left this world peacefully on March 8, 2026, in Chimayo, New Mexico. He was a beloved figure in both his professional and personal life, remembered for his unwavering dedication to family, his skill as a Journeyman Electrician, and his warm sense of humor.
Gary was one of the main...
Antonio Estevan Montoya
Mar 8, 2026
Antonio Estevan Montoya, affectionately known as Tony to his loved ones, left this world far too soon on March 8, 2026. Born on January 28, 2011, in the heart of Santa Fe, NM, Tony's vibrant spirit became a beacon of joy and creativity in the community that raised him. His 15 years of life, though brief, were marked by an...
Todd Alan Burkett
Mar 7, 2026
Todd Alan Burkett passed on Saturday March 7, 2026 at the age of 58. Todd was born to Nancy and Gene Burkett in Anderson, Indiana and was raised in Dayton, Ohio. After high school Todd pursued his passion in law enforcement becoming first a patroller and eventually a highlighted detective in Butler Township, Ohio.
Todd always loved being outdoors and he...
Victor Manuel Galvan Ordonez
Mar 7, 2026
Victor Manuel Galvan Ordonez, a man whose life was marked by skill, warmth, and unwavering dedication, passed away on March 7, 2026, in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Born on July 30, 1976, in Durango, Mexico, Victor’s journey was one defined by admirable passion and love for both family and the simple joys that life offers.
Victor was known to many as...
