Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico
Francisco Talamante
Dec 25, 2023
Francisco Ramon Talamante, 38, passed away suddenly on December 25, 2023. He was born on August 2, 1985, in Santa Fe, NM to Leroy “Ramon” Talamante and Maria Talamante whom he loved very much.
Francisco is survived by his Mother Maria Talamante, his loving Wife Chelsea Talamante and six beautiful children; Isabella 18, Andres 15, Dominic 13, Luciano 9, Stevon...
Gene Mortensen
Dec 24, 2023
Gene Mortensen passed away peacefully on his 88th birthday, surrounded by his children, on December 24, 2023. He was born in Albuquerque and attended St. Mary’s High School where he was a vital member of the football, basketball and track teams, while also lending his expert speaking skills, with wit and banter, to the high school speech team. He graduated...
Jimmie Martinez
Dec 24, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our father, Jimmie A. Martinez. Jimmie was born June 12, 1942, in Santa Fe, New Mexico to Alfredo and Lorenza Martinez. He was the youngest of ten siblings. He graduated from Santa Fe High and married the love of his life, Florine Martinez, whom he spent a wonderful 63...
Edward Maxwell
Dec 24, 2023
Edward Eugene Donaldson/Maxwell – Eddie Maxwell, 63, died unexpectedly December 24, 2023, in his apartment. He was born November 8,1960, in Ft. Belvoir Alexandria Virginia, The son of Erlinda P Garcia/Maxwell and Roy Donaldson. Adopted by Calvin C Maxwell.
Eddie graduated from Santa Fe High School, Class of 1979. Following graduation, he completed Heavy Equipment Operator School and worked for...
Mercy Torres
Dec 24, 2023
Mercy L. Torres, 75 of Talpa passed away unexpectedly on December 24, 2023. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She worked and retired from Wal-Mart where she worked in Taos and Belen locations. She was a devoted military wife. She is preceded in death by parents, Tito and Mercedes Silva, many siblings, father and mother in law, Anselmo...
Leandro Benavidez
Dec 23, 2023
Leandro Benavidez 89, born September 3,1934, was called home to be with our lord on December 23,2023 at his home in Tesuque. He is proceeded in death by his parents, Lucas and Cleotilde Benavidez, brothers Ernesto, Jacobo, Jose, Frank, David and Eloy Benavidez, sisters Sara Padilla, Lucille Jimenez and Nora Jimenez as well as many other relatives.
Leandro is survived...
Julie Miera
Dec 23, 2023
Julie Ann Miera,46, resident of Albuquerque, NM., passed away on Saturday, December 23, 2023, Julie was born on September 8, 1977, in Espanola, NM., to Julian Miera and Rita McAlister.
She is preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Ubaldo and Esther Miera of Velarde, NM., maternal grandparents, Ismael and Rosa Garcia of Chimayo, NM.
Julie is survived by her...
Corinne Rich
Dec 22, 2023
Corinne Odette Rich passed away on December 22, 2023, at the age of 67. Corinne was a vibrant spirit with such a sweet soul, a smart, quick-witted independent woman who was just beginning to realize her full artistic potential. Born in Casablanca, Morrocco to French parents, André and Odile Ratel. She is survived by her brother Gilles Ratel, his wife...
Joshua Archuleta
Dec 22, 2023
Our beloved Joshua Archuleta, entered into God’s Kingdom on December 22, 2023. He was a beloved father, son, grandson, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend.
Joshua A. Archuleta was born to C. James Archuleta and Loretta Tapia on January 15, 1985, in Los Alamos, NM. He grew up and was raised in Rio Chama and Ohkay Owingeh. Josh was spontaneous...
Emilia Martinez
Dec 21, 2023
Emilia E. Martinez March 12, 1934 – December 21, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our mother Emilia, better known as Emily on December 21, 2023, surrounded by her family. She is proceeded in death by her parents, Jesus and Josefita Sandoval, first born son, Patrick Sisneros of Selma, CA., brother Alfred Sandoval and...
Victoria Rene
Dec 20, 2023
A Funeral Service will take place on Friday, May 10, 2024 at the Rivera Family Kiva Chapel of Light (417 Rodeord, SFNM) at 10:00am.
Adam Rene Talachy
Dec 20, 2023
Talachy, Adam Rene “Baggs”, age 58, of Ohkay Owingeh, New Mexico, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, December 20, 2023, and subsequently laid to rest on December 23, 2023. Adam was born on April 16, 1965, to Faustin Louie and Leona Talachy. He graduated from Espanola Valley High School in 1983 and went on to study at New Mexico State University...
Fabiola Baca
Dec 19, 2023
Public viewing will be held at Rivera Chapel Friday December 29, 2023 at 11AM. Rosary to follow at 1Pm in Chimayo,NM at the Holy Family Catholic Church with Mass at 2Pm. Interment to immediately follow at the Potrero Cemetery in Chimayo,NM.
Esequiel Rodriguez Gomez
Dec 19, 2023
Esequiel Rodriguez Gómez de Santa Fe New Mexico, de 49 años de edad falleció en 19 de diciembre2023. Esequiel nació el 17 de Febrero 1974 en las Jaulas Jesús María, Aguascalientes, MéxicoSus padres Gilberto Rodríguez Chávez y Ma de Rosario Gómez Adame, el siempre estaba feliz ycompartía esa felicidad con todos a su alrededor. La carrera de Esequiel era cuidador...
Earl Romo
Dec 19, 2023
Earl Thomas Romo, of Las Vegas, New Mexico, age 37, his life was tragically cut short on December 19, 2023. Earl was born October 26, 1986 in Taos, New Mexico. He was a skilled Master Barber and Landscaper. In 2019, He obtained his Barbers degree at Luna Community College and his Associates degree in Business Administration at Mesalands Community College....
Carol Wheeler
Dec 18, 2023
Carol Ann Wheeler of Ranchos de Taos passed away peacefully at home on 12/18/2023 with family and friends by her side. Born in 1948 in Chicago, IL., she had a master’s degree in social work from the University of Georgia and had a successful private practice as a psychotherapist in Atlanta, GA. Upon retiring from her private practice, Carol returned...
Clorinda N. Sanchez
Dec 15, 2023
Clorinda N. Sanchez was born in Los Brazos, NM on December 24, 1939. She loved her husband, family, grandchildren, great grandchildren, family and friends.
Clorinda contributed to her communities in many roles: Lifelong member of San Jose Catholic Church; served in the Choir, taught First Communion religion classes, coordinated the refurbishing of the San Jose Rectory, and served in many...
Mary "Dodo" Nava
Dec 14, 2023
Mary Dolores “Dodo” Nava
Dolores “Dodo” Nava, July 18, 1930-December 14, 2023
Dolores Nava, 93, born on July 18, 1930, was called home December 14, 2023. She is preceded in death by her parents, Ubaldo and Mere Gurule, husband of 43 years Andy Nava, brother Ubaldo Gurule, sisters Gertrudes, Marina Gurule, grandchildren Carlos and Maria Romero. She is survived by...
Moises Mascarenas
Dec 14, 2023
“Here we lay to rest our son, father, brother, and uncle Moises Roger Mascareñas. He spent his childhood and teenagers years in Tooele, Utah later moving to and residing in Penasco, New Mexico. He enjoyed working on cars driving them, and then wrecking them. He will not only be missed by family but by his dog Baby girl."
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Edward Ludwig Moench
Dec 14, 2023
Edward K. Moench
04/25/1942 – 12/14/2023
Karl Ludwig Christian Gottfried Eduard (Ed) Mönch, 81, of Munich, Bavaria, Germany and longtime resident of Santa Fe, NM passed away in his sleep on December 14, 2023, after a 3-month battle following complications caused by a severe stroke. He was born to Erika Mittenmaier & Karl Mönch.
Our beloved “Opa” is survived by...
