Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico
Jimmy "Indio" Wayne Teel
May 25, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jimmy “Indio” Wayne Teel, who entered into eternal rest due to injuries from an atv accident. He was a loving husband, father, brother, and cherished friend. Born on June 30, 1977, in Ohkay Owingeh, New Mexico, Jimmy departed this life on May 25, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Jimmy...
Zachary Ray Frausto
May 25, 2025
Zachary Ray Frausto, born on June 20, 2001, in the vibrant city of San Antonio, Texas, left this world far too soon on May 25, 2025, in the picturesque town of Carson, New Mexico. As we gather to celebrate his life, we remember an extraordinary soul whose presence was a source of joy, love, and laughter for all who were...
Preciliano "Percy" T. Espinoza
May 25, 2025
Preciliano T. Espinoza, affectionately known as "Percy," passed away peacefully on May 25, 2025, at his residence in Hernandez, New Mexico. Born on February 17, 1944, in Chimayo, New Mexico, he became a beloved figure in the community, renowned for his work as a General Contractor and expert in block and brick laying and flagstone. His notable accomplishments include laying...
Edwin L. Dean
May 24, 2025
With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Edwin L. Dean, who departed this life on May 24, 2025, at the age of 65. Born on September 10, 1959, to Luis and Grace Dean, Edwin was a beloved son, brother, husband, father, and grandfather.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers, Amos and Martin Dean.
Edwin is lovingly...
Charlene Johnson
May 24, 2025
Charlene Johnson, 70, a resident of Cordova passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 24th, 2025, following a lengthy illness.
Charlene was a beloved nurse for 38 years at Presbyterian Espanola Hospital. She touched many lives throughout her career with her caring and compassionate care. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother who loved her family dearly. She will be greatly missed...
Arlet Alejandra Aboytes Villanueva
May 23, 2025
Arlet Alejandra Aboytes Villanueva, a treasured light in the lives of her family, was born on May 23, 2025. Even though her time with us was heartbreakingly brief, her arrival was nothing short of miraculous. As the first daughter, Arlet was deeply loved, cherished, and adored by those around her.
From the moment she entered the world, she brought a new...
Dorothy Baldonado
May 22, 2025
In Loving Memory of Dorothy Baldonado, a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and beloved friend. She passed away peacefully at her home in Santa Fe, New Mexico on May 22, 2025, at the age of 82. Born in Glorieta, New Mexico, Dorothy spent her life rooted in faith, family, and quiet strength.
A devoted homemaker, Dorothy poured her heart into creating a...
Beatrice Abeyta
May 22, 2025
Beatrice Abeyta, 81, a beloved wife, mother, and cherished matriarch, left us too soon on May 22, 2025. Born on November 3, 1943, in Alcalde, NM, Beatrice embodied the spirit of family and home, serving as the glue that held her loved ones together. Throughout her life, Beatrice dedicated herself wholeheartedly to her family, embracing the role of homemaker with...
Josephine "Josie" Lopez
May 20, 2025
Josephine “Josie” Lopez
December 22, 1940- May 20, 2025
With open arms Josie Lopez was called home by our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on May 20, 2025. She was born in Pintada, NM to Luciano & Victoria Sena on December 22, 1940.
Services will be June 27, 2025, at St. Annes Parish. Rosary at 10:00 am. Funeral Mass at 11:00am, and burial...
Santiago (James) Antonio Roybal
May 20, 2025
In Loving Memory of Santiago (James) Antonio Roybal
June 12, 1950 – May 20, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James A. Roybal, who left us on May 20, 2025, at the age of 74. Known for his fairness, patience, and kind and caring demeanor, Jim was a beloved brother, uncle, and friend.
Jim was born on...
Donnie "Grumpy" Garduno
May 20, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and profound reverence that we announce the passing of Donnie Loren Garduno, known to those closest to him as "Grumpy". A beloved father, devoted husband, and cherished friend, who departed this world on May 20, 2025, in Hernandez, New Mexico. Born on September 8th, 1977, in Los Alamos, New Mexico, Donnie's life was a tapestry...
Esquipula "Javier" Trujillo
May 19, 2025
Esquipula Javier Trujillo, beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother passed away peacefully on May 19th 2025, at the age of 51, after battling a lengthy illness.
Throughout his life Javier was a friend to all he encountered. He was the type of man to always reach out a hand to anyone in need.
He believed in being kind to his neighbors and...
Marilyn Minshall
May 18, 2025
Marilyn Minshall passed away on May 18, 2025 at the age of 92. She was born in September of 1932 in Klamath Falls, OR, to John Sidney Johnson and Agnes Bateman Johnson. Together with her siblings, Ardis and Earl, the family moved to Fortuna, California and again to Santa Rosa, CA.
Following graduation from high school, she attended Santa Rosa Junior...
Albert James Klemmer Jr.
May 18, 2025
Albert James Klemmer, Jim, Jimbo. Firstborn of Al and Ruth Klemmer’s 5 children. Jim has 3 living siblings and a predeceased brother, Tom. Jim was born in S. Laguna California on May 8, 1945 and raised in Rochester, New York. Jim, along with his brother Tom, contracted polio in 1952. Spending much of his youth in and out of hospitals,...
Tony D. Martinez
May 18, 2025
Tony D. Martinez – Born October 23rd, 1937, and Departed this life on May 18, 2025.
Tony was born & raised in the Community of Guachupanque. Tony was born to Josephine Garcia Martinez & Tony Martinez Sr. He was preceded in death by his wife Glenda Dodson Martinez, mother Josephine Garcia Martinez, Father Tony Martinez Sr., Brothers Joe Martinez, Orlando Martinz...
Terry Michael Scott
May 18, 2025
Terry Michael Scott, 70, began his journey into the light on May 18, 2025, at his home in Taos, New Mexico.
A beloved member of the Taos community for over 30 years, Terry brought music, laughter and joy to those around him. Originally from Los Angeles, California, Terry was a gifted musician, a passionate radio host, and a creative force who...
Thomas M. Garcia
May 18, 2025
In Loving Memory of Thomas M. Garcia
8/29/53 – 5/18/25
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Thomas Garcia, who left us peacefully on May 18, 2025, at the age of 71.
Thomas was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle and a treasured member of our community. Born on August 29, 1953, in Loma Linda, CA, he...
Corrine M Gutierrez
2025
It is with heavy hearts and great sadness – We announce the passing of our beloved Mother, Grandmother and Great grandmother Corrine M. Gutierrez, who entered the gates of heaven and into the loving arms of Jesus on May 16, 2025, in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Corrine was born in Mora County - the small village of Monte Aplanado, New Mexico...
