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

Mar 30, 2024

Audrey Kathleen Nes Kuykendall, 68 of Taos, New Mexico, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family, on March 30. Born In Tripoli, Libya, she was the daughter of David G. Nes and Elizabeth Houghton Nes. She is survived by her beloved husband of 41 years Ben Kuykendall and their two dogs, Skyler and Brenna. She is also survived by...

Mar 30, 2024

The Lord came to call Roberto Trujillo 75 home on March 30, 2024.

Roberto was born in Truchas NM and worked in all aspects of the construction field, but was most known as a stucco and diamond finish plasterer.  He is proceeded in death by his parents Edumenio and Amela Trujillo his son Robert Domenio Trujillo and brother Paul Trujillo.

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Mar 28, 2024

October 11, 1936- March 28, 2024

Maria (Mary)Luisa Leyba, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and pillar of the Santa Fe community, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2024, at the age of 87, surrounded by her loving family. Born on October 11, 1936, to Enrique and Juanita Trujillo in Casa Colorada, NM, Mary’s life was defined by her devotion to her...

Mar 28, 2024

Public Viewing  Friday, April 12, 2024 10am - 11am

Rosary             Friday, April 12, 2024 11am

Funeral Service Friday, April 12, 2024 11:30am

Mar 26, 2024

Jonathan Porter, Professor Emeritus of Chinese History and Asian Studies at the University of New Mexico, died peacefully at home on 26 March 2024 in Chupadero, a rural community in Santa Fe, after surviving more than two decades with metastatic prostate cancer. He was 86.

Jonathan was born on 25 March 1938 in Boston to Eliot Furness Porter, a photographer,...

Mar 26, 2024

On Tuesday March 26, 2024 the sun set for Rudolfo “Rudy” David Sanchez, loving son, brother, husband, father and grandfather, at age 69.

The sun rose for Rudy on November 14, 1954. Born to Pasqual and Bertha Sanchez and raised in Gallina, New Mexico, Rudy played basketball for Coronado High School, afterwards he worked in engineering and surveying. Rudy had...

Mar 26, 2024

Debra Ann Borrego (aka Debbie), 63, passed away peacefully on March 26, 2024, in Alcalde, NM. She was born on March 12, 1961, in Los Alamos, NM. Mother M. Rosabell Gallegos of Alcalde and Father Elias Garcia of Ohkay Owingeh, NM. Debbie was called upon by the lord in her family home in Alcalde. Debbie was a McCurdy Graduate class...

Mar 25, 2024

Margaret Gail Little was born on June 14, 1938, to Zetha and Aubrey Warren, the 4th of 6 children. She was raised in the small town of Sutherland, Nebraska, where she and her sisters sang as a trio. She graduated from high school in Wray, Colorado, and then headed to Colorado State University at the age of 17. She met...

Mar 24, 2024

Mary A Montano, 88, passed March 24, 2024 after a valiant battle with cancer. She was born in 1935 in Roy, NM.   She was predeceased by her son Michael Montano, parents Manuel and Carolina Archuleta, brothers Frances Archuleta and Manuel Archuleta, Jr.   Mary is survived by her husband of 69 years, Jose Inez Montano, her son Jose Inez Montano III,...

Mar 24, 2024

Viewing: Thursday, Aptil 04, 2024 from 4-7pm at Rivera Family Kiva Chapel of Liight, (417 Rodeo rd., SFNM)

Rosary: Friday, April 05, 2024 starting 10:00am at San Isidro Catholic Church, (3552 Agua Fria, SFNM)

Mass: Friday, April 05, 2024 starting 11:00am at San Isidro Catholic Church, (3552 Agua Fria, SFNM)

Burial: to follow at Santa Fe Memorial Gardens

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Mar 23, 2024

Mar 23, 2024

Carmela Alicia Montoya (Roybal) received her wings on March 23, 2024. Carmela was born on March 17, 1946, the daughter of the late Celestino and Velerie Roybal. She is also preceded in death by her brothers David, Carlos, and Rudy Roybal.Carmela is survived by her four children, Son Anthony Montoya (wife Sandra), Daughter Sandra Montoya, Son, Jeff Montoya (wife Marlene),...

Mar 23, 2024

John Versace passed away peacefully on March 23 at his home, two months shy of his 99th birthday. He is survived by his four children and their families, including four beloved grandchildren, several nieces and nephews, and a wide network of colleagues, friends, and neighbors.Even as he aged and his health declined, his defining characteristics — his brilliant mind, effusive...

Mar 22, 2024

James (Jim/Jimbo) T. Smith, 62, of Española, passed away peacefully surrounded by his wife and daughter on March 22nd, 2024 after a brief illness.

Jim was born on March 3, 1962 in Amarillo, TX. He was a fanatic Dallas Cowboys and sports fan, and loved listening to music, cooking, fishing, camping and hanging out with friends and family. Jim was...

Mar 22, 2024

Joe Ruiz Sr

June 26, 1935 - March 22, 2024

It is with heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Joe, our beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, godfather, uncle and friend at the age of 88 years. He's survived by, his loving wife Elsie Ruiz of 60 years; daughters Maria, Dorinda, Liz(Aaron) and Cathy; grandchildren Phillip, Jose, Lizzette(Greg),...

Mar 22, 2024

Ruth Ortiz was born on November 26,1945 she grew up and graduated high school in Penasco, NM and lived most of her life in Santa Fe. She passed away on March 22,2024. 

In her younger years she worked for Brewer Oil and Furrs Cafeteria. She loved to dance, crochet, read books and she loved her family dearly.

She is...

Mar 21, 2024

Mar 21, 2024

Orlin Roybal Sanchez a.k.a.”Nana", 88, of Pilar, NM went to be with the Lord onMarch 21, 2024. Orlin was born on August 4, 1935 to Wilfredo and AdelindaRoybal of El Rancho, NM. She attended school in Pojoaque and was the FFAPrincess and Snowball Queen. She was a Breast Cancer Survivor. Orlin lovedto embroider, read, laugh, and have fun. She was...

Mar 20, 2024

Karen Kasarjian Barnes, 74, adored Armenian “queen” died Wednesday at home in Santa Fe. Loving and loved fiercely by her husband of 54 years, family, friends, & community. Nurse, devoted mom and grandma & joyful radically generous appreciator of songs, sunsets, meals & hugs. Karen lived from her heart – welcoming & honoring us all as family. Calling hrs 4-5pm...

Mar 20, 2024

John Barnard, a father, a cherished brother, and a proud veteran, passed away on March 20, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of honor and service. Born on May 14, 1968, John's journey began with a spirit of patriotism, leading him to serve his nation with distinction in the army.

Beyond his military career, John was a father to his daughter,...