Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico
Thomas "Tommy" Christopher Tapia
Jan 24, 2025
Thomas (Tommy) Christopher Tapia
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our loved one, Tommy. He was born on September 20, 1970 in Santa Fe, New Mexico and peacefully left this world on January 24, 2025.
Tommy was the beloved son of Benjamin & Georgia Tapia. is survived by his three children: Paul and William Tapia and daughter Viviana Alonso...
Paul Crumbacher
Jan 23, 2025
Paul Crumbacher March 18, 1942 – January 23, 2025
Paul Crumbacher passed away peacefully on January 23, 2025, at the age of 82. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Peggy, and is survived by his brother Tom, his seven children, nine grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.
Born in 1942 to Edith and Paul Crumbacher, Paul was raised in Tucson, Arizona....
Marilyn Beuler
Jan 23, 2025
Marilyn Beuler Our beloved Mom, Marilyn Beuler was one of 3 siblings and was born on January 13, 1937, in Mesa, AZ. She married our dad, Fred Beuler at the age of 16 in Las Vegas, NV. After our dad came back from the Korean War, they had 2 Children, Sheila and Christopher. Our Parent's raised us in Garden Grove,...
John Quintana
Jan 23, 2025
John Anthony Quintana
John Anthony Quintana, of Santa Fe, NM, passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on December 20, 1950, in Albuquerque, NM, John grew up with a strong sense of community and a deep commitment to making a difference. He earned his undergraduate degree from New Mexico Highlands University, where he cultivated his...
Steven R. Smail
Jan 22, 2025
Steven R. Smail
Steven Smail of Santa Fe passed away unexpectedly on January 22, 2025. He was born on July 18,1979, at Williams Air Force Base in Arizona. Steven was a jack of all trades. He worked for a short time with his dad’s plumbing business. He worked for Discount Glass and was the Maintenance Coordinator at his apartment building, Tres...
Gloria Frances Martinez
Jan 21, 2025
Gloria Frances Martinez passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Jan 21 at 8:33 p.m. at her home with immediate family members at her bedside after a brief but painful struggle with cancer. Gloria is survived by her devoted, caring and loving husband Larry whom doted on her and spoiled her with anything she desired. She is also survived by her two...
Tamatha Roybal
Jan 20, 2025
Tamatha R Roybal a loving mother, sister, and grandmother has passed away unexpectedly on January 20th at the age of 47.
Tamatha resided in Espanola, NM and was born to Diane Mares and Tommy Vigil on September 16, 1977.
She was preceded in death by her Father Tommy Vigil, Mother Diane Mares, Stepfather Benjie Lovato, brother Benny J Lovato, Companion Jerry Trujillo...
Terrance James Haanen Jr.
Jan 20, 2025
Terrance James Haanen, Jr. was born in South St. Paul, Minnesota to Terrance Haanen, Sr. and Sandra Haanen (Rieger). He lived in various parts of the Twin Cities area in his childhood and graduated from South St. Paul High School. Shortly after graduation he spent many hours of his free time playing in a band with high school friends. He...
Christopher Hastings Smith
Jan 20, 2025
CHRISTOPHER HASTINGS SMITH June 11, 1969 – Jan. 20, 2025
Christopher Hastings Smith, born June 11, 1969, in West Lafayette, Indiana, passed away at home in Los Alamos, New Mexico Jan. 20, 2025. He was a devoted husband, father and community member whose life was marked by dedication and love.
Chris dedicated his career to working as a Computer Systems Professional for...
Ruth Archuleta
Jan 20, 2025
Ruth Archuleta, 89 of Cerro, NM and a resident of Meadows Home, Las Vegas, NM, passed away peacefully surrounded by her children at Alta Vista Regional Hospital, Las Vegas, NM on Monday, January 20, 2025. Ruth was one of thirteen children born to the late Gil Blas and Clorinda Gallegos. She was born in 1935 in Antonito, CO. Ruth is...
Stephen Joseph Babcock
Jan 19, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Stephen Joseph Babcock (Joe), a beloved son, brother, father, uncle and friend, on January 19, 2025, at the age of 40. Joe was born on February 16, 1984, in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Joe spent many years working alongside his father, grandfather, uncles, and brother-in-law at Babcock Construction before answering...
Lourdes Martinez
Jan 19, 2025
Lourdes Martinez, 95, of Santa Fe, New Mexico, passed away on January 19th, 2025 at home surrounded by beloved family and friends. Lourdes was born on August 23, 1929, to Climaco Roybal and Apolonia Romero in Santa Fe. She is preceded in death by her husband, Sgt. Benjamin Martinez, siblings Lorenza, Tony, Benjamin, and Salomon, sons “Little Abel,” Gilbert, David,...
Margarito "Gerald" Montoya
Jan 19, 2025
Margarito "Gerald" Montoya, born on April 20, 1954, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2025, in his hometown of Santa Fe.
Gerald was preceded in death by his parents, Estevan Montoya and Angelina (Angie) Montoya; his brother Steve Montoya; his sister Anna Gonzales; and his stepson Chris. He is survived by his devoted wife, Eleanor Montoya;...
Theresa A. Quintana
Jan 18, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Theresa A. Quintana, age 65, on January 18, 2025. Born on July 1, 1959, in Pecos, NM, Theresa was a devoted member of St. Anthony’s Parish. Known for her unwavering faith, determination, and selfless love, she embraced the role of "chosen mom" to many nieces and nephews, offering guidance...
Larry G. Salazar
Jan 17, 2025
Larry G. Salazar, aged 62, a lifelong resident of El Guache, NM, passed away on January 17, 2025, in Albuquerque, NM. Larry was born on August 2, 1962, to Frances Salazar (Sanchez) and Jose G. Salazar. Larry graduated from Espanola Valley High School (1981) and completed the apprenticeship program with UA Local 412 Union. From a young age, Larry worked...
Richard "Rich" Polich
Jan 16, 2025
Richard Lawerence Polich -“Rich” was born on November 9th, 1948 in Philadelphia, PA and died on January 16th, 2025 in Santa Fe, NM. Rich was preceded in death by his parents, John and Jessie (Rafa) Polich and survived by his brother John (Deborah), sister Patricia Scieszinski (Robert), and sister Carolyn Watson (Steve). Rich was an uncle to Dan (Kim) Scieszinski,...
James "Jim" Burleigh
Jan 15, 2025
James Reynolds Burleigh September 6, 1936 - January 15, 2025
James “Jim” Burleigh was born to Elmer and Inez Burleigh in Fresno, California on September 6, 1936. Jim spent his early years in Fresno, graduating from Central Union High School in 1954 and Fresno State College in 1958.
Jim married Grace Williams in January 1959. They added four children to this union:...
Priscilla "Polly" Rose
Jan 14, 2025
Polly Rose, born August 25, 1942, in Lynn Massachusetts to Freeman & Mildred Towers, died early dawn on January 14, 2025. She was at home and at peace.
A woman of deep passion, engagement, and vivacity, Polly will be remembered as a “long time” Santa Fean (1966-2025). A fixture in our community as a supporter of education, independent expression, artistry and...
Ashley Samantha Martinez
Jan 11, 2025
Ashley Samantha Martinez, 32, a resident of Chamisal was called to our Lord on January 11, 2025. She is preceded in death by her maternal grandma Clara Bolderrama, maternal great grandparents Sabiniano and Angelina Lovato, and Armando and Estella Vargas. Aunt Renee Vargas. Uncles Patrick and Rick Vargas, and Hugo Ramirez. Cousins Delfina Vargas and Aubrey Chavez.Ashley was survived by...
Nicolas Caballero Mata
Jan 11, 2025
Nicolas Caballero Mata, edad 81, de Valle de Zaragoza, Chihuahua. Falleció en paz en su casa en Española Nuevo México el día 11 de Enero de 2025. Nicolas fue sobrevivido por sus hijos Julio, Sandra, Daniel,y Selene Caballero, y sus nietos Cassandra, Julian, Yair, Yailyn, Marco, Diego, Emilio, Dante, y Luci. Nicolás era fanático de la política, el noticiero,y el...
