Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico

Delfinia Roybal

Delfinia Roybal

Feb 15, 2025

Delfinia Roybal (Grandma Bunny) passed away on February 15, 2025. She was born on May 20, 1948, in Pecos, NM to Consuelo (Varela) Quintana and Ruben Quintana Sr. She attended Pecos Independent Schools from elementary school to high school, graduating in 1967. After high school, she attended Vogue Cosmetology School in Santa Fe, NM. In 1971, she married her honey,...

Vioma Ann Trujillo

Vioma Ann Trujillo

Feb 15, 2025

In Loving Memory of Vioma Trujillo

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Vioma Trujillo, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and lifelong resident of Santa Fe. She passed away peacefully on February 15, 2025, surrounded by her family. Born on January 20, 1950, Vioma lived a life filled with faith, love, and unwavering devotion to her family and community for...

Adonio Pacheco Sr.

Adonio Pacheco Sr.

Feb 14, 2025

Adonio Pacheco Sr. was born in Chamisal, NM on September 25, 1934. He was a resident of Taos, NM, passed away peacefully February 14, 2025, at the age of 90 surrounded by his loving family.

He is preceded in death by his parents Fermin and Virginia Pacheco, in-laws Fermin and Irene Lucero, infant daughter Monica Pacheco, grandsons Joseph Martinez and Adonis...

Benny (Benito) Carlos Romero

Benny (Benito) Carlos Romero

Feb 13, 2025

Benny (Benito) Carlos Romero of Santa Fe, N.M. passed away at the age of 76, on February 13, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Benny was born on October 1, 1948, in Leyba, N.M. and is preceded in death by his beloved parents, Faustin and Florentina (Flora) Romero. Beloved Father and Mother-in-law, Delfinio and Lucy Tapia. Brothers Faustin Jr. and...

Shirley Ortega

Shirley Ortega

Feb 12, 2025

Shirley Ortega

1935 - 2025

Survived by her husband Ed and her daughters Colette & Michele

Greatest nana ever to Bianca, Chantel, Mateo and Davina

British born but New Mexican in her heart

Founder of the Southside library

Avid reader of mysteries

Dedicated to the Santa Fe Symphony and Chorus

→ Knitter and seamstress extraordinaire

Kind, Compassionate, intelligent, creative and oh so stylish!

Steve (Gregory) Conley

Steve (Gregory) Conley

Feb 12, 2025

Steve Conley, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on February 12, 2025, at the age of 71. Born on March 31, 1953, in Rock Rapids, Iowa, Steve moved with his family to Los Alamos, New Mexico when he was a young child. He was a proud graduate of Los Alamos High School, class of 1971. Steve married...

Vicente Javier Mendoza

Vicente Javier Mendoza

Feb 11, 2025

In Loving Memory of Vicente  

It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Vicente Javier Mendoza , born on October 29, 2012, to parents Alex Mendoza and Estrella Urquidi. Vicente peacefully left us on February 11th,2025 surrounded by the love and comfort of his family.  

A kind and joyful soul, Vicente was known for...

Henry Rodarte

Henry Rodarte

Feb 10, 2025

Henry Rodarte, beloved son, father, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on February 10, 2025, at the age of 56. His friendly and fun personality was known to many, bringing smiles and laughter everywhere he went.

Henry was born in Grants, New Mexico on May 11, 1968, to James and Harrylou Rodarte. In his youth, he enjoyed many sports, but...

David Brown

David Brown

Feb 10, 2025

David Brown was born to Gladys and David Brown on February 2, 1938 in Austin, Texas. Seven years later, Dave found his forever home in the picturesque mountains of Los Alamos, New Mexico. Growing up, Dave enjoyed riding in the rodeo and boxing, beating the Air Force Champion on his way to becoming the State and Golden Glove Champion. Professionally,...

David James Klaus

David James Klaus

Feb 9, 2025

David James Klaus 

March 18,1952 - February 9, 2025 

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David Klaus, a long-time resident of Albuquerque. 

David was born in Denver, graduated from Westminster High School, Bethany College and later the University of New Mexico for graduate school. His career was varied, having worked in trades, social services, teaching, horse wrangling, and...

Gary Gossen

Gary Gossen

Feb 7, 2025

Gary Gossen

1942-2025

Gary Gossen passed away peacefully in his home in Eldorado on February 7, 2025. He was born in Kansas City, Missouri, on August 4, 1942 to Dorris and Benny Gossen. He grew up in Wichita, but the happiest days of his childhood were spent on his grandparents' farms in Hillsboro and Howard, Kansas, where he developed a fondness for...

William "Billy" E. Gallegos

William "Billy" E. Gallegos

Feb 7, 2025

WILLIAM E. GALLEGOS (Billy) October 9, 1942 - February 7, 2025 of Santa Fe, NM passed away on February 7, 2025 at his home in Santa Fe, NM at the age of 82 surrounded by his loving family. He went to his heavenly home to be with our Lord and Savior. He was born on October 9, 1942 in Santa...

Larry Anthony Martinez

Larry Anthony Martinez

Feb 7, 2025

Larry Anthony Martinez of La Loma passed unexpectedly on February 7, 2025, at the age of 54.

Larry was born in July of 1970 to Larry Martinez Sr. and Gloria Trujillo in Los Angeles, California. Larry eventually moved to New Mexico with his parents. He attended elementary, middle and High School in Taos, New Mexico. He graduated from Taos High School...

Guenther Nachtrab

Guenther Nachtrab

Feb 7, 2025

Guenther Nachtrab, aged 84 passed away on February 7, 2025 at Taos Enchanted Village assisted living after a five-year journey with dementia. His wife of 25 years, Kandace Laass Nachtrab, was at his side. Guenther was born October 24, 1940 in Nuremberg, Germany to Else and Richard Nachtrab. Siblings Inge and Rudolph are both deceased. His first marriage to Gertrud...

Melissa Jeanne Garcia

Melissa Jeanne Garcia

Feb 6, 2025

Melissa Jeanne Garcia was born April 22, 1980, in Santa Fe NM, and sadly for us, left this world to join some of her favorite people on February 6, 2025.

Melissa’s 44 years of life were filled and celebrated with an abundance of love for and from her family, friends, and puppies. She lent an ear, gave the best advice and...

Jerilou Kathrin Hammett

Jerilou Kathrin Hammett

Feb 6, 2025

Jerilou Kathrin Hammett 

September 25, 1943 – February 6, 2025

Jerilou Kathrin Hammett, née Kearns, passed away unexpectedly, but with peace and dignity, in her home on February 6, 2025. She leaves behind a lasting legacy of civic engagement and social justice advocacy. Born on September 25, 1943 in New York, Jerilou grew up in Brooklyn and later moved to Roslyn, Long...

Gary Rotramel

Gary Rotramel

Feb 5, 2025

Gary John Rotramel of Taos, New Mexico entered eternal rest on February 5, 2025, at the age of 69. 

Gary was born to Robert and Mary Rotramel in Fresno, California in 1955. He was one of five Children, the youngest and had only one sister. 

Very early on, Gary became interested in the military and joined the Air Force. He excelled in...

Johnny Frank White

Johnny Frank White

Feb 5, 2025

Johnny Frank White, a resident of Los Cerrillos, NM, and beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at the age of 89. 

Johnny was a very hard worker. He was a miner, a welder, a carpentonto, yes, carpentonto. There weren't too many things he couldn’t do. He enjoyed spending time with his family....

Felix James Coca

Felix James Coca

Feb 5, 2025

Felix James Coca

Feb 5, 2025

Felix Coca, resident of Santa Fe, New Mexico passed away on February 5, 2025. 

Felix was born in Fruita, Colorado in 1924. His family moved to Aguilar, Colorado and later to Trinidad, Colorado. During his childhood, he spent many summers in Wagon Mound, NM with his grandmother and aunts. He enlisted in the Navy in 1942 and...

Mary Ann Garcia

Mary Ann Garcia

Feb 4, 2025

Mary Ann Garcia passed away February 4, 2025 with her son, Aaron and daughter in law, Valerie at her side.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Rufus "Sonny" Garcia; her grandparents, Carlos and Ana Gonzales; parents Joe and Marie Lopez; brothers Joe, Arthur, Michael and Patrick Lopez and wife Monica.

Mary Ann is survived by her son, Aaron and...

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