Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico
Patricia Ann Padilla
Oct 19, 2024
Our beloved mother, Patricia Ann Padilla, passed away on Saturday, October 19, 2024. Patricia was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Mildred and Posey Akers. Although Albuquerque was the largest city in the state, in 1941 it was still a small town. Mom’s humble childhood was full of activity as her father took her fishing almost every weekend and she...
Michael Mckirnan
Oct 19, 2024
Michael Sean McKirnan, 56, passed away suddenly at his home in Santa Fe on October 19, 2024. Mike was born August 22, 1968 in Glendale, California. He was the youngest of 3 children of Alice Valdes & the late Thomas J. McKirnan. In 1996 Mike moved from Southern California to Santa Fe to live with his grandmother Eppie Mares Valdes,...
Michael Mckirnan
Oct 19, 2024
Michael Sean McKirnan, 56, passed away suddenly at his home in Santa Fe on October 19, 2024. Mike was born August 22, 1968 in Glendale, California. He was the youngest of 3 children of Alice Valdes & the late Thomas J. McKirnan.
In 1996 Mike moved from Southern California to Santa Fe to live with his grandmother Eppie Mares...
Phyllis Abbie Kirkpatrick
Oct 18, 2024
Phyllis Abbie (Furbeck) Kirkpatrick
July 8, 1938 - October 18, 2024
Phyllis was born on July 8, 1938, to George Nelson and Irma (Cousins) Furbeck, in Mexico City, Mexico. Phyllis’s fond memories of growing up in Mexico City include Sunday dinners after church with her family, friends at the American School, and earthquakes during which the city seemed to rock on the...
Sue Atzberger
Oct 17, 2024
It is with both heavy hearts and joyful memories that we announce the passing of Sue Atzberger, who left us on October 17th, 2024, at the age of 82. A cherished mother and grandmother, Sue was known for her gentle spirit and unwavering kindness. Born on June 9th, 1942 in Cleveland, Ohio.
Sue dedicated her life to her family and community....
Martin Gomez Jr.
Oct 17, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Martin Patrick Gomez Jr. on October 17, 2024, at the age of 50. Born on June 10, 1974, Martin was a devoted son, loving father, cherished brother, and a true friend. He was preceded in death by his beloved mother, Evelyn Marie Gomez.Martin proudly served his country in...
Gene Brito
Oct 16, 2024
Celebrate the life of Gene Brito with the Brito Family.
Gene embodied the roles of both a father and son, pouring his heart into family and career.
He was a man of unwavering confidence, integrity, and relentless work ethic, equally adept as an athlete and an artist. While it's often said, it truly rings true—Gene was an extraordinary individual, a...
Lynn Gould
Oct 16, 2024
Lynn loved life. Her two greatest passions were gardening and bird watching.
When we moved to Santa Fe to retire, we were going to downsize. But instead, we purchased what is probably one of the largest properties in the La Pradera Subdivision, with expansive front and back yards, which she spent more than a decade developing into lovely gardens.
Over...
Clifford Wood
Oct 15, 2024
Please join us for a celebration of the life of Cliff Wood
May 1st at 2:30 P.M. at Rivera Family Funeral Home, 417 Rodeo Rd, Santa Fe.
If you would like to follow us to the Veterans Cemetery for the internment, please meet at 12:30 P.M. at Rivera Chapel.
Kenneth Crandall
Oct 13, 2024
Kenneth Roy Crandall
July 25, 1934–October 13, 2024
Kenneth (“Ken”) Roy Crandall, of Santa Fe, New Mexico, died on October 13, 2024. He was 90 years old. Ken was born and raised in Monroe City, Missouri, the youngest of three children. After graduating with a BS from the Missouri University of Science and Technology in Rolla, Missouri, and a brief stint of...
Ronald Wayne Wilkins
Oct 12, 2024
On Saturday, October 12th, 2024, Ronald Wayne Wilkins died at home in Los Alamos, NM. He was 81 years old.
Ron was born on August 29, 1943, during World War II. He and his mother Mary Frances lived with his grandparents in Roscoe, Texas while his father Wiley served overseas. Later, the family settled in McCamey, Texas, where Ron graduated from...
Anthony Martinez
Oct 12, 2024
Anthony “Tony” Martinez, age 66, passed away on Saturday, October 12, 2024. Tony was born January 17, 1958, in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Tony worked with the City of Santa Fe as a heavy-duty equipment operator, he then found his true passion for hunting Elk, he became a guide for hunters from all over the world. He was also an...
Fernando Urioste
Oct 12, 2024
In Loving Memory of Fernando Urioste
June 14,1992-October 12,2024
"Perhaps my time seemed all too brief,
Don't lengthen it now with undue grief.
Lift up your heart and share with me,
God wanted me now, he set me free."
A Loving Son, Brother, Uncle, Nephew, Cousin and Friend
Fernando passed away October 12,2024
He is preceded in death by his Mother Mary Ann Urioste
Fernando is...
Floraida Sanchez
Oct 12, 2024
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Floraida Archuleta Sanchez.
Floraida was born in Amalia, NM, went to be with our Lord on 10/12/24. Our mother passed peacefully at home, surrounded by family.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Epimenio and Benina Archuleta; her husband, William Sanchez; her sons, Billy and Manuel Sanchez;...
Charlie King
Oct 11, 2024
Charlie King passed away in Santa Fe, New Mexico, on Oct. 11 at the age of 91. A self-described “generalist in biology,” Charlie could communicate to both the scientist and the layman. His ability to talk to anyone—combined with both cultural and natural history knowledge—made him an engaging speaker. His stories were both educational and entertaining. He also had a...
Tranquilino Martinez
Oct 10, 2024
Tranquilino Martinez Jr., 95, a resident of Rio Lucio, NM, passed away October 10, 2024. Tranquilino was born on November 21, 1928 in Dixon, NM to Tranquilino Martinez Sr. and Rafaelita Martinez Y Atencio. His family later moved to Tres Ritos, NM where he spent the majority of his youth. He recalled not liking school as a child ironically becoming...
Adam Ashbaugh
Oct 9, 2024
Adam Ashbaugh age 23 of Santa Fe, New Mexico, passed away on October 9th, 2024. Adam was born on November 11th, 2000, to Jessica Blea and Jacob Ashbaugh, both of Santa Fe, New Mexico. For those that knew Adam, knew that he had the most infectious smile and laugh. He was notorious for his corny puns that came out of...
Jaden Ezra Lloyd
Oct 9, 2024
The family of Jaden Ezra Randy Lloyd invites you to join in part, or all, of an all-day event honoring his life and laying him to rest Saturday October 26, 2024.
A chance for public visitation and viewing will begin at 10 am at White Rock Baptist Church, 80 NM-Highway 4. Please be mindful, the family reserves time prior...
Robert Reynolds
Oct 7, 2024
Robert “Tex” Reynolds passed away surrounded by his loving family and friends on October 7, 2024, after a short battle with cancer at the age of 78.
Tex enjoyed the great outdoors, spending much of his favorite time fishing; camping; boating; golfing; playing softball (in his earlier years); gardening; bowling and above all spending time with family and good friends. ...
Diana Miller
Oct 6, 2024
Diana Sue (Dee Dee) Miller, age 72, passed away on Sunday October 6. Born September 27, 1952, in Nuremberg, Germany, she was the daughter of the late John Clifton Windle and Martha Joan (JoAnn) Sweatt Windle and lived her early life in Joplin, MO. Dee Dee was a 1970 graduate of Parkwood High School in Joplin and graduated in 1974...
