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

Mar 19, 2026

Jose Bernardo Rodriguez Obituary

Jose Bernardo Rodriguez, affectionately known as Bernie, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 93 on March 19, 2026, at his cherished home on Cerro Gordo in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Born on November 21, 1932, in Santa Fe, Bernie’s life was a testament to dedication, faith, and the profound love he held for his family and...

Mar 18, 2026

Eliazar Arreola, a cherished member of the Taos community and a loving husband, brother, and friend, passed away on March 18, 2026. Born in 1957, in Chihuahua, Mexico, Eliazar made Taos his home for over 40 years after moving there in 1980. His life was a vivid testament to generosity, kindness, and a genuine love for those around him.

Eliazar was...

Mar 18, 2026

Nancy Glaxon Harris passed away peacefully on March 18, 2026, surrounded by her family. The family requests privacy as they grieve.

Mar 17, 2026

On Tuesday, March 17, 2026, Brian Easton, beloved brother, esteemed teacher and long-time resident of Los Alamos, New Mexico, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 68.

Brian was born on July 17, 1957, in Saint Joseph, Michigan; his parents were John and Marilyn Easton. He spent his early childhood in Michigan, moving to Oxford, Maryland at the age of 11.

Brian...

Mar 17, 2026

Mar 16, 2026

Lois Coffin, born Lois Hamilton on July 10, 1929, in Jamison, Nebraska, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2026, in Los Alamos, NM. She was surrounded by loving family and caring staff at Los Alamos Assisted Living, where she lived with her devoted husband, Don Coffin. Lois and Don had recently celebrated 76 years of marriage, an inspiring testament of...

Mar 15, 2026

Frank J. Schmitt, 79, of Santa Fe, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 15, 2026, following a stroke. Known and cherished by all who loved him as “Frankie,” he was a kind-hearted man with a quick smile and a soul full of music.

Born on Monday, July 22, 1946, in Santa Fe, NM, Frank was the son of the...

Mar 15, 2026

Dolores (Granny) Grobe August 18th, 1947,

With profound sadness and deep love, we announce the passing of our loving Mother Dolores Grobe on March 15th, 2026. She is preceded in death by her Parents, Father: Crecensio Escudero, Mother: Flora Escudero

Sisters: Elizabeth Rael, Anita Escudero & Sandy Escudero and Greg Chavez

She was called home alongside her loving and caring daughter Monica C....

Mar 15, 2026

Bruce Lionel Ross died on March 15th in his beloved Taos with his two children by his side. He was born on October 27, 1947, in Evanston, Illinois, to pharmacists Louis J. Ross and Shirlee M. (Thikoll) Ross. He grew up with his sister, Bonnie Schoenberg, six years his elder, and their childhood was profoundly shaped by the loss of...

Mar 14, 2026

“Keep your face to the sunshine and you cannot see the shadow.” – Helen Keller.

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Sandra Lee Gallegos Payne. Sandra was born on May 17, 1955, in Santa Fe, NM, a daughter to the late David and Helen Gallegos, and went home to be with the Lord on March 14,...

Mar 14, 2026

 Orlando Henry Chacon, a devoted family man, skilled craftsman, and ardent outdoorsman, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2026, in Espanola, New Mexico. Born on December 6, 1956, in Fairview, New Mexico, Orlando lived a life marked by dedication, hard work, and a generous spirit that endeared him to his family and community.

A graduate of Espanola High School, Orlando's thirst...

Mar 13, 2026

Mark Peter Rodriguez Obituary

Mark Rodriguez, 56, was lovingly called home to Jesus from St Joseph’s Hospital & Medical Center in Phoenix, AZ after a 4 month fight to overcome a medical anomaly related to his cervical spine. Preceding him in death were his parents, Imelda & Robert Rodriguez and his brother, Ronald Rodriguez. He is survived by his wife Sandra...

Mar 13, 2026

Donald Robert MacFarlane

July 10, 1930-March 13, 2026

Don passed away peacefully in his home at The Montecito, Santa Fe, NM on March 13, 2026. He is survived by his daughter Ginger, son Eric and his wife Sharon, sister Athene Main and nephews Dale and Louis Main. He is also survived by 3 grand dogs and 2 grand turtles.

Donald R. MacFarlane was...

Mar 13, 2026

James "Jay" Rose

Passed away on March 13th at the age of 85. Jay was born April 11, 1940 in Monterey Park, CA. He attended Fallbrook High School, San Marcos Junior College, and UC Davis Veterinary School where he met his wife, Ethel, who was also attending Veterinary School there. They established, owned and operated the San Luis Rey Equine Clinic...

Mar 12, 2026

Dolores M Montoya, 86 of El Prado, passed away on March 12, 2026.

Our dear beloved Dolores has gone to be with the Lord and the love of her life, Ernesto.

She is preceded in death by her high school sweetheart and love of her life Ernesto M Montoya of El Prado; her two sons Julian E Montoya & Julian A Montoya;...

Mar 11, 2026

Betty Michael Cordova lived 93 wonderful years filled with family, friends, travel, and food. She passed away on March 11th,2026 to be rejoined with her husband Ted and family who preceded her. Betty was born in San Mateo, NM. 

After graduating from high school, she attended NMSU for a brief time before returning to San Mateo to help her parents and...

Mar 11, 2026

Tres Orejas lost one of its more notable long time residents this week, Mike Mabry. He passed away last Wednesday after a long and interesting life. He left behind his wife Peg, a daughter, four sons and many grandchildren. He and his family first moved to Tres Orejas in 1981 where they built a house in the then sparsely inhabited...

Mar 11, 2026

A rosary will be recited on Friday March 27th at 2:00 followed by a prayer service at 2:30 in the Kiva Chapel at Rivera Funeral Home 417 East Rodeo Road Santa Fe, New Mexico.  

Mar 10, 2026

Andreé Colette Balot Mena, 82, of Santa Fe, NM passed away on March 10th, 2026.

She will be remembered as a woman of warmth, resilience, and gentle strength—a lover of animals who never turned away a stray, a gifted cook whose kitchen was always open to family and friends, and a creative spirit who expressed herself through her art. Above all,...

Mar 10, 2026

Lifelong Chef, Sommelier, and restaurant owner Marco Barbitta passed away peacefully on Tuesday March 10, 2026 joining his brother Godi, parents Marianne and Gaudenzio Barbitta, sister-in-law Maya Barbitta-Albertini, and many other loved ones both family and friends that passed before him. He was a loving brother to René (Lisa, sister-in-law) and Ferdinand Barbitta (Theres, sister-in-law) and proud uncle to his...