Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico
Fidel Fabian Lopez
Jul 25, 2025
Fidel Lopez, 80, passed away on July 24, 2025. He was born in Ojo Sarco, NM. He resided in Chamisal, NM for 45 years.
Fidel is survived by his wife, Josephine Apodaca Lopez of 61 years, children; Kelvin Lopez, Mary Lou and husband Federico Sanchez, Fabian and wife Lori Lopez, Antoinette and husband Adrian Gonzales, grandchildren; Athena, Chantel, Chenoa, Anja, Mary,...
Carlos "CJ" Valdez Jr.
Jul 24, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved son Carlos “CJ” Valdez Jr. from Rowe, NM, who left to his heavenly home on July 24th at the age of 18. CJ’s presence could light up a room and his charm had a way of softening even the hardest of days. Being near him felt like...
Anthony Levi Marquez
Jul 23, 2025
Anthony Levi Marquez, 47, unexpectedly passed away on July 23, 2025. He was born on April 9, 1978 in Santa Fe, NM to Tony and Kathleen Marquez.
He is preceded in death by his mother; Kathleen Marquez, his grandparents; Levi and Laura Madrid, grandfather; Eusebio Marquez and Aunt; Petrita Alcon.
He is survived by his Father; Tony Marquez, children; daughters Laura, Annie...
Maria Graves
Jul 23, 2025
Maria Graves, a beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully at her home on July 23, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on November 3, 1945, in the picturesque town of Taos, New Mexico, Maria was the only child of her parents, who nurtured in her a deep love for family and a bountiful spirit that touched...
Linda Doolen
Jul 22, 2025
Linda Carol Doolen
March 22, 1947-July 22, 2025
Linda Carol Doolen, 78, of Los Alamos, beloved sister, aunt and friend, died the early evening of July 22, 2025, at BeeHive Homes of White Rock, N.M., where she had been since having a severe stroke in March.
Linda was born March 22, 1947, at the hospital in Salem, Illinois. She grew up in Kinmundy,...
Michael J Valdez
2025
Michael J. Valdez, born on October 2, 1963, in the heart of New Mexico, was a cherished member of his family and community. He unexpectedly departed this life on July 22, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and generosity that will be remembered by all who knew him.
Michael had a distinguished career, retiring from various positions with the State of...
Magdalena "Lena" Sikes
Jul 21, 2025
Magdalena "Lena" Sikes, born on July 2, 1959, in Espanola, New Mexico, passed away on July 21, 2025. She dedicated her career to working for the State of New Mexico in Child Support Enforcement, where she was known for her kindness and sense of humor. Lena was a well-rounded individual who had a serious side as well.
She pursued her education...
Damon Charles Scott
Jul 20, 2025
Damon Charles Scott was born on September 7th, 1962, and passed away peacefully at his home on July 20th, 2025. Damon was a lifelong resident of Espanola and will be deeply missed by those who knew him. The family of Mr. Scott has entrusted the caring professionals of Rivera Family Funeral Home of Espanola to handle his arrangements. We offer...
Esther M. Martinez
Jul 20, 2025
Esther Mares Martinez, 96 joined our Heavenly Father on July 20, 2025. She was born on May 28, 1929 in Santa Fe, NM to Manuel and Teresa Mares. She is preceded in death by her husband Frank L. Martinez, her son Leonard Martinez, her daughter Carmen Martinez. She was also preceded in death by her parents Manuel & Teresa Mares,...
Orlando E. Martinez
Jul 20, 2025
Orlando E. Martinez, 88, of Chimayó, New Mexico, was born on June 18, 1937, and passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 20, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of many years, Marquita Martinez; his parents, Teresita and Esquipula Martinez; his in-laws, Plajeres and Onofre; his sons, Leroy, Escolastico, Jerry, and Ricky Martinez;...
Irma Gonzalez
Jul 19, 2025
Irma Gonzalez, a longtime resident of Santa Fe, New Mexico, passed away on July 19, 2025, at the age of 59.
Irma was a God-fearing woman who raised her children in faith and love. A devoted stay-at-home mother, she made sure her kids never came home from school without a warm, home-cooked meal waiting for them. She shared a strong and...
Harold (Hal) Davis
Jul 18, 2025
Harold (Hal) Davis, 84, of Los Alamos, NM passed away on July 18, 2025 with his wife, son, and daughter at his side. Hal will be remembered as a loving husband, father and grandfather, and an active member of his community.
Born on June 30, 1941 in Chicago, Illinois, Hal had a humble upbringing. He loved playing baseball with his friends...
Robert Howard Sherman
Jul 18, 2025
Robert (Bob) Howard Sherman passed away peacefully on July 18th, 2025, following a brief illness. Bob lived a very full life and remained active and vigorous throughout his life. Born on November 18th, 1929, Bob always had a keen interest in science and loved conducting chemistry experiments in the basement of his childhood home in Chicago. He spoke fondly of...
Janet Hall Mendonca
Jul 16, 2025
Janet Hall Mendonca (AKA Janet Cooledge) of Santa Fe died July 16, 2025. She was born January 24th, 1949 in Bartlesville, Oklahoma.
Janet is preceded in death by her parents, Dick S. and Jean K. Hall and sister, Nancy Hall.
She is survived by her husband Tony Mendonca; daughter Amber (Jeffrey Isham); siblings David Hall (Lori Robertson) and Carol (Tom Whitacre).
Janet always...
Dale Reinhold Hahn
Jul 15, 2025
Dale Reinhold Hahn passed away on July 15, 2025. Born June 8,1929, in Twin Falls, Idaho to Reinhold Hahn and Elsa (Platt) Hahn, Dale had a long and beautiful life of 96 years. In 1932, Dale’s parents moved Dale and his younger brother, Wayne, to the family farm in Madison, Nebraska where Dale grew up and graduated from Madison High...
Severiana Varela
Jul 15, 2025
Severiana Varela
November 5, 1927 – July 15, 2025
Born in Moca, Puerto Rico
Severiana Varela passed away peacefully on July 15, 2025 surrounded by family. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Nestor Varela Jr., and her son, Johnny Varela.
She is lovingly remembered by her eight daughters: Agapita, Sophie, Martha, Evelyn, Rose, Elvira, Cecilia, and Eliza. She is also survived...
Virginia Christie
Jul 14, 2025
Born November 25th1948, in Austin TX, Christiana graduated from UT with a bachelors in Archaeology. After a life-threatening illness her life changed completely, and she got an MA in counseling at Southwestern College. She started her own non gender based domestic violence rehab agency and set up a healing curriculum based on The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz.
The four...
Rosita "Rose" Montoya
Jul 14, 2025
Rosita Montoya, born on April 23, 1937, in Cerrillos, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2025, in Santa Fe, surrounded by her loving family. She will be lovingly remembered as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, whose life revolved around nurturing her family and creating lasting memories.
As a housewife, Rosita dedicated herself to raising her children, grandchildren,...
Maria Ercilia Montoya
Jul 13, 2025
Maria Ercilia Montoya, lovingly known as Ercilia, passed away peacefully at the age of 90 at her home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, surrounded by her devoted family. A cherished mother, grandmother, and friend, Ercilia’s warmth and kindness left a lasting impact on all who knew her.
She dedicated over three decades of service as head cashier at Furr’s Cafeteria, where...
Frank Mirabal
Jul 12, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved father, husband, and grandfather, Frank Mirabal, on July 12, 2025. Frank was born on May 19, 1948, to Ralph and Emily Mirabal of Taos Pueblo, where he spent his childhood exploring the mountains and pastures.
In 1967, Frank graduated from Albuquerque Indian School, where he played football and...
