Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico
Debbie Martinez-Gurule
Jun 13, 2026
It is with a heavy heart that I share the news of the passing of Debbie Martinez-Gurule on 6-13-2026, after a long illness.
Debbie retired from the New Mexico Department of Health in 1999 and went on to work at Christus St. Vincent's Hospital and Sears Jewelry until her illness forced her to step down.
Debbie was preceded in death by her...
Eileen J. Rodriguez
Jun 11, 2026
Eileen Jesusita Rodriguez, a lifelong resident of Santa Fe, New Mexico, went in peace to be with our Lord on June 11, 2026, at the age of 81. She was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away peacefully at home.
She was born on January 02, 1945, in Santa Fe New Mexico to Procopio and Dolores Acuna. She later...
Jaime Peña Chacon
Jun 10, 2026
With profound sadness yet deep gratitude for a life so beautifully lived, we announce the passing of Jaime Peña Chacon, who departed this world on June 10, 2026, in his beloved Santa Fe, the same place where his inspiring journey began on August 11, 1994.
Jaime was a shining presence—a devoted son, a cherished brother, an adored father, and a steadfast...
Alexander Tafoya
Jun 10, 2026
Alexander Tafoya, known affectionately as "Alex," passed away peacefully on June 10, 2026, in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Born on September 16, 1959, in Leadville, Colorado, Alexander lived a life marked by dedication, generosity, and an unwavering connection to nature and family.
From an early age, Alex demonstrated a profound commitment to his chosen career path. Beginning his journey as an...
Mary Davis
Jun 8, 2026
Mary Louise Davis, a lifelong resident of Santa Fe, went to be with our lord, on Monday June 8, 2026 at the age of 80.
She is preceded in death by her parents Joe and Mary Davis and sister Jo Ann Tapia.
Mary is survived by her brother Daniel Davis Sr., wife Rita, nephews Jeremy Davis wife Ashley, Lawrence Davis wife Jessica,...
Hector Hinojosa
Jun 8, 2026
We mourn the loss of Hector C. Hinojosa, beloved husband, father, uncle, grandfather, great grandfather, teacher, and friend. He passed away peacefully surrounded by family on June 8, 2026. He was 94 years old. Hector was born in Laredo, Texas, on April 30, 1932, to Placida and Crisoforo Hinojosa. He had three brothers and one sister when his father suddenly...
William "Bill" George Kemsley
Jun 8, 2026
William “Bill” Kemsley, a longtime Taos resident, founder of Backpacker magazine and nationally recognized trail advocate, died peacefully at his home in Taos, according to his wife, Joy Jensen. He was 98.
Known to many as “Backpacker Bill,” Kemsley founded Backpacker magazine in 1973 and later co-founded the American Hiking Society in 1976. He was a leading advocate for the Appalachian...
David Bracken
Jun 8, 2026
In Loving Memory of Dr. David Shannon Bracken
June 28, 1964 – June 8, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of David Bracken on June 8, 2026, at his home, surrounded by the love that meant so much to him.
Born on June 28, 1964, in Cohoes, NY, David Bracken lived a life defined by determination, integrity,...
Joseph Roybal
Jun 7, 2026
Joseph Roybal lived life to the fullest and will be remembered as a devoted son, loyal brother, cherished uncle, and trusted friend. The youngest son of Jose and Carmelita “Lena” Roybal, he was known for his warm personality and ability to strike up a conversation with anyone he met.
A proud graduate of Santa Fe High School, Joseph worked for the...
George Robert Margevicius
Jun 7, 2026
On Sunday, June 7, 2026, George Robert Margevicius, loving son, brother, and partner, passed away at the age of 26 after a brave and difficult fight against illness.
George was born in Los Alamos, NM, on July 14, 1999, to parents Kristen and Robert Margevicius. He grew up in Los Alamos, spending a lot of time outdoors, participating in local boy...
Fernando Reyes Martinez
Jun 7, 2026
In Loving Memory of Fernando Reyes Martinez December 8, 1986 – June 7, 2026
Fernando Reyes Martinez passed away unexpectedly on June 7, 2026, at the age of 39. Though his time with us was far too short, the love, laughter, and memories he shared with family and friends will remain forever in our hearts.
Known for his trademark mischievous grin, Fernando...
Michael David Gomez
Jun 6, 2026
Michael David Gomez, age 73, of Santa Fe, New Mexico, passed away on June 6, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on October 7, 1952, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Mike was the beloved first-born son of Joe and Andrea Gomez. He attended St. Michael's High School in Santa Fe, where he developed lifelong friendships and a strong foundation that...
Carolyn Dana Pratt
Jun 6, 2026
Carolyn Dana (Shiarella) Pratt, of Santa Cruz, New Mexico, passed away at her home near Santa Cruz on June 6, 2026. She was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She attended Mount Saint Peter School in Natrona, Pennsylvia and graduated from Carlow University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology.
Dana worked at Gianotti Communications in New Kensington, CORMAR Telecommunications, Harts, Altmeyer’s,...
Dawn Michelle Williams
Jun 5, 2026
Age 54, born 3/4/1972 in Syracuse, New York at Community General Hospital Passed away as a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico unexpectedly on 6/5/2026. She graduated from Cocoran High School in 1991. She then attended TVI to become a raspatory therapist and went on to become an entrepreneur. She loved buying and selling products online and was very interested in...
Demetrio Cipriano Padilla, Jr.
Jun 3, 2026
Demetrio Cipriano Padilla, Jr., lovingly known as “DJ,” entered this world on November 28, 2018, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, and graced those around him with seven radiant years of joy, laughter, and love before passing away on June 3, 2026, in Aurora, Colorado. DJ’s journey was far too brief, yet it overflowed with warmth, spirit, tenacity, and a heart...
Tommie Tomasita Leyba
Jun 1, 2026
Tomasita "Tommie" Leyba, passed away peacefully at her home in Santa Fe, NM, on June 1, 2026. Born on April 15, 1943, in Las Vegas, NM, Tommie lived a life illuminated by love, faith, and joy.
From her earliest days, Tommie was a beacon of light for all who knew her. She loved her family fiercely and cherished her spiritual bond...
George L. Winneberger
May 31, 2026
George L. Winneberger
1930 - 2026
"Bitch Buy Brag Sell"
Died peacefully in the month of May.
Preceded by Mom (Wren), Dad (John Howard), Brothers (John, Ted, and Robert), and beloved Sister-in-Law (Betty).
Survived by Wife, Carmela and Tebo, his faithful poodle.
Also, Sister-in-Laws, Carin and Sharon Winneberger, Daughters Terri Martin (Greg) and Chris Pollak (Carl), and Sons David and Dale (Teresa) Winneberger, and David and...
Barbara Ann Martinez
May 31, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Barbara Ann Martinez, a radiant soul whose vibrant spirit touched the hearts of all who knew her. Born on April 19, 1958, in Ogden, Utah, Barbara graced this world with her joyful presence for 68 years before peacefully passing away at her home on May 31, 2026.
Barbara’s life was...
Eliza Varela Maestas
May 30, 2026
"Beloved and dearest Sra. ELIZA VARELA y Roybal de Maestas -
whose VARELA ancestry dates to the Villa de Santa Fe's founding families - and to the first Spanish-European New Mexican settlers, she quietly and unexpectedly, passed-away on 30 May 2026. Sra. Maria ELIZA passed-on peacefully in her sleep, and, taken by our Lord's Angles, went to Heaven to join her...
William Coupon
May 29, 2026
William Coupon, an influential portrait photographer who deployed a painterly style and vast curiosity in his oft-stated quest to “photograph everyone in the world” — shooting punk rockers, artists, politicians and Indigenous people, among others — died at his home in Santa Fe, N.M., on May 29. He was 73.
The cause was complications of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, his brother Robert Grossman...
