Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico
Isaac Michael Madrid
Apr 17, 2025
Our beloved Isaac Michael Madrid from La Mesilla, born on October 11, 2005, went home to be with the Lord early in the morning on April 17, 2025, as the result of a car accident.
Isaac was preceded in death by his father, Michael Montoya, paternal grandparents, Isauro Sr. and Mary Madrid, Uncle Harry Madrid, Aunt Molly Martinez, Cousin David Madrid,...
Jose Raul Ocampo-Baldizon
Apr 16, 2025
Jose Raul Ocampo-Baldizon departed to his eternal home with our Lord Jesus on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. He was born on April 11, 1936, in Rivas, Nicaragua. Overcoming great odds, he earned a degree in agronomy and worked in banking. He moved his family to the United States in 1978 seeking safety and a better life. Raul, as he was...
Virginia V. Romero
Apr 15, 2025
Virginia V. Romero
August 15, 1935 – April 15, 2025
Virginia V. Romero, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2025, at the age of 89. Born on August 15, 1935, in Taos, New Mexico, to Virginia and Juan Andres Vargas, she lived a life of love, resilience, and deep devotion to family, faith, and...
Ysabel Marie Rey Velarde
2025
Ysabel Marie Rey Velarde
Ysabel Marie Rey Velarde, 27, left this world to be with our Lord and Savior on April 11, 2025. Born in Santa Fe, New Mexico, on July 1, 1997, Ysabel was the beloved daughter of Diego and Yvette (Rey) Velarde, and cherished sister to Victoria and Diego Estevan.
As a child, Ysabel was bright, spirited, and curious. From...
Earl Valerio
Apr 12, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Earl Valerio, who left us peacefully surrounded by family on April 12, 2025.
Earl is preceded in death by his parents Cruz and Rosabel Valerio, brother Alex Valerio, nephew Fernando Coca, niece Gina Trujillo, father-in-law Roberto Ortiz; brothers-in-law Clarence Valerio, Andrew Ortiz, and Herman Manzanares and sister-in-law Diane...
Richard Bruce Holcomb
Apr 11, 2025
Richard Bruce Holcomb passed peacefully into eternal life on Friday, April 11, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Richard was born to Gayle and Miriam (Ridgeway) Holcomb on December 28, 1937, in Little Rock, Arkansas. He grew up in Oklahoma City, and he was in the first graduating class of Northwest Classen High School in 1956. He received his bachelor’s degree in...
Elaine Trujillo
Apr 11, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we announce the unexpected passing of Elaine Trujillo, who departed this life on April 11, 2025, the day she turned 78. Elaine tragically lost her life as the result of a senseless vehicular incident. She was taken from us far too soon, and her absence leaves a deep void in the...
George Martinez
Apr 11, 2025
George Martinez, age 71, passed away April 11, 2025. George was born June 2, 1953, in Santa Fe, New Mexico to the late Sixto and Catalina Sandoval Martinez. George worked as an estate caretaker, specializing in house painting and home beautifying. He attended New Mexico Highlands University. He was a member of the College Church of Christ. George was not...
Christina "Tina" Salazar Ertmer
2025
Christina “Tina” Salazar Ertmer
Christina “Tina” Salazar Ertmer, devoted art teacher and lifelong dog lover, passed away on April 9, 2025. She was preceded in death by her father, Joe Salazar; mother, Stella Garcia Salazar; sister, Frances Senna; and nephew, Joey Senna.
She is survived by her aunt, Connie Griego, and husband, Gil Griego; her cousins, who were very dear and special...
Reverend Philip Strom
2025
Reverend Philip Strom
(Rev. Phil)
1949 - 2025
Rev. Phil passed away at St. Vincent Hospital on April 9th with his wife at his side. He is preceded in death by his parents, Abe and Lydia Strom, and his sister Annette Strom. He is survived by his wife and extended family. Rev. Phil was born in the Bronx, NY but he considered Santa...
Betty Rivera
2025
Betty Ortiz Rivera, January 1,1928-April 9, 2025.
Our beloved Betty “Honey”, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on April 9, 2025. She was a lifelong resident of Santa Fe, growing up on Canyon Road and was completely devoted to her family and faith. She was a very loving and giving person and she will be missed dearly by all who...
Diane R Guzman (Baca)
Apr 8, 2025
Diane R. Guzman (Baca)
Diane R. Guzman (Baca), age 70, born to Andrea Baca-Aragon on December 2, 1954, in Santa Fe, NM, entered eternal rest on April 8, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family and friends. Diane lived a life defined by faith, family, and a radiant spirit that warmed everyone she met.
Diane was preceded in death by her...
Ted Martinez
Apr 7, 2025
Ted F. Martinez
December 18, 1934 - April 7, 2025
Pecos, NM
The best place to start is at the beginning. Our dad and mom shared a special love for 68 plus years. He was a US Marine Sargent and she was a young lady living in Pecos. The 1st time he met her he told her, he was going to marry her,...
Christopher Garcia
2025
Christopher Gene Garcia Born October 11, 1982 suddenly went to be with our Lord April 7, 2025 in Santa Fe, New Mexico He is proceeded in death by his father James Garcia , stepfather Pedro Ortega, maternal grandparents Reyes and Corrine Barela, paternal grandfather Lino Garcia, special Cousin Alex Romero Jr, uncle David Lucero
He is survived by his wife, Melissa...
Jesse Bellamy
Apr 7, 2025
Jesse Bellamy of White Rock, New Mexico passed away on April 7, 2025, at the age of 67.
Born in Quanah, Texas on January 23, 1958, Jesse developed his reputation as a hardworking man at a young age, working in the farmlands of Texas as a boy. He joined the U.S. Marine Corp in 1975, serving as a Rifleman until 1981....
Jane Gierhart
Apr 6, 2025
Jane Gierhart, a decorated military officer, devoted educator, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully in Denver, Colorado, in 2025 at the age of 92. Her life was a testament to service, scholarship, faith and love.
Born in 1932, Jane graduated from Illinois State University with a degree in teaching and soon after answered a higher calling. In 1955, she joined the...
Debbie Sanchez
Apr 6, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our Beloved, Debbie Tammy Sanchez. A Mother, a Grandmother, a Daughter, a Sister and a Friend. Debbie passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her family on April 6, 2025.
She is preceeded in death by Grandparents, Anita Martinez Sanchez & Leonel Sanchez, Eleanor Trujillo Lopez & Larry Lopez...
Richard Ramsey
2025
Richard Lawrence Ramsey
1951 - 2025
Richard Ramsey, age 73, passed away on April 5th, 2025 at his home in Santa Fe, NM.
Richard lived a full and busy life. He was a contractor with his own construction business as well as ran a flower shop with his wife Nora. He was a very proud grandparent (known to his grandson Dez as "grandpa...
Guadalupe "Meme" Gonzales
Apr 5, 2025
Guadalupe “Meme” Gonzales, a resident of Moffatt, Colorado was born on December 12 of 1949 to Manuel and Anna Gonzales and was peacefully called to his eternal rest on April 5th, 2025.
Mr. Gonzales is predeceased by his loving wife Loretta, son Michael A. Gonzales, grandson Michael Gonzales whom he loved and raised like a son, his father Manuel E. Gonzales,...
