Theresa Kellywood
Mar 29, 2025
Theresa Kellywood, 78, a resident of Picuris Pueblo, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family of March 29, 2025. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available.
Traditional funeral services will be held on Tuesday April 1, 2025 in Picuris Pueblo.
The family of Theresa Kellywood has entrusted the care of their loved...
Simon Phyllo Tate
Mar 26, 2025
Simon Phyllo Tate left this world on March 26th, 2025 while doing what he loved. He was a sweet man. From the very beginning, he had unusual ideas, opinions, and deep feelings. As he grew into a man, his spirit grew in kindness and wisdom. His powerful connection to the natural world grew too. He loved the creatures that inhabit...
Simon Phyllo Tate (Blevins)
Mar 26, 2025
Simon Phyllo Tate (Blevins) June 16, 1997 – March 26, 2025
Simon Phyllo Tate (Blevins), 27, left this world too soon on the afternoon of March 26, 2025, while doing what he loved most skiing the slopes of Taos Ski Valley, New Mexico, where he worked as a dedicated ski instructor.
Skiing was more than a passion for Simon—it was his element....
Manuel Romero
Mar 26, 2025
Manuel Antonio Romero, 68 of Questa, was called back home into the Lords loving arms on March 26, 2025 surrounded by his loving wife of 49 years, his two remaining sons Gilbert and Marcos and his family. Born on August 17, 1956 in Taos, NM to Octaviano and Nepumosena Romero. Manuel lived a life defined by hard work, generosity, kindness,...
Linda Darlene Rosati
Mar 25, 2025
Linda Darlene Rosati, 73, of Taos, New Mexico, passed away on March 25, 2025. Lynn was a beloved mother to Josh, grandmother to Jordan and Jillian, mother-in-law to Dawn, sister to Gene and Vicki, aunt to Chris, and friend to many. Lynn lived life to the fullest, was generous, kind and compassionate. She was always willing to do whatever she...
Anthony Tony Benson
Mar 23, 2025
Anthony "Tony" Benson, 85, a resident of Taos (Wolf Springs Ranch) passed away on March 23, 2025. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available.
The family of Anthony "Tony" Benson has entrusted the care of their loved one to the caring staff of DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
Armando Ortega
Mar 23, 2025
Armando Ortega, 83, a lifelong resident of Cerro, NM, fought a valiant fight against cancer but in the end his body and spirit were exhausted. He was called home on March 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Armando was born on February 3, 1942, to Alberto and Josephine Ortega. In his younger years he enjoyed fishing, hunting, and planted a...
Derrick Michael Archuleta
Mar 21, 2025
Derrick Michael Archuleta, a resident of Albuquerque, born in Taos October 1, 1965, went to be with the Lord, March 21, 2025.
Derrick is preceded in death by his grandparents Damian & Eliza Archuleta.
Derrick is survived by his mother Loyola Rael (Silviano); sisters Francine Ortega (Max) and Suzanne Martinez (Derrick); nieces Marissa Romero and Alina Martinez; nephew Derrick Martinez; great-nephews Raymond...
Denise Blanco
Mar 21, 2025
Denise Lynn Blanco a resident of Taos and Questa, born June 23, 1973, went to be with the Lord on Marcy 21, 2025 peacefully, with her son by her side.
She was preceded in death by her mother Judith Rose Cater.
Denise is survived by her father Roger Blanco, Sr; son Joey Mares; sole and life partner Manuel Archuleta; brothers Roger Blanco...
Jose Abran Lucero
Mar 20, 2025
Jose “Abran” Lucero born November 1, 1953, passed away on March 20, 2025 at the age of 71.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Mardoqueo & Estrellita Lucero; brother Bernie Martinez, sisters Estella Padilla (†Melisandro), Elsie Medina (†Tito) and Esmeralda Romero.
Jose is survived by his son Leon Lucero; granddaughters, Miranda and Naticia Lucero, grandson, Devin Lucero; brothers Ernesto Montoya...
Donald "Tono" Gallegos
Mar 16, 2025
Donald “Tono” Gallegos, 65, a resident of Questa, NM passed away unexpectedly on March 16, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his parents Crisiforo and Eva R. Gallegos; brothers, Lawrence Gallegos and Thomas “Mote” Gallegos; sister-in-law Sharon Gallegos; nieces Denise Gallegos and Christa Gallegos; and nephew Eddie Gallegos.
Tono was a skilled machinist who worked in many different settings. His favorite...
Johnny Vigil
Mar 12, 2025
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our brother, Johnny Vigil, also known as Dirt. A lifelong resident of Cerro, NM. Dirt passed away on March 12th, 2025. He was the first-born sibling, born on September 8th, 1966 in San Manuel, AZ. He graduated from Questa High School class of 1984 and enlisted in the United States...
Veltran Trujillo
Mar 12, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Veltran V. Trujillo. He was welcomed by our Heavenly Father in heaven on March 12, 2025.
Veltran was born on January 5, 1949 in Green River, Wyoming. He was a proud Army Veteran, loving husband, father and the best Pampo. He loved fishing, going for wood, fast cars and...
Joseph De Patta
Mar 10, 2025
Joseph “Joe” De Patta fiercely faced death surrounded by the love of his family and friends, near and far, on the morning of February 26, 2025. Joe was the oldest of four siblings: Pauly, Chrissy, and Richie. His mother Agnes was a nurse who worked the night shift to provide a loving home for her family. His father Joseph was...
Leroy Rodriguez
Mar 8, 2025
Leroy D. Rodriguez, AKA Ghost or Nicko, born on October 20th to Rodolfo and Gladys Rodriguez, lifelong resident of Rio Lucio, formerly living in Taos, passed away on March 8, 2025 unexpectedly.
Nicko was preceded in death by his father Rodolfo Rodriguez; infant brother Rodolfo Jr; son Matthew Lopez; nieces Rosella Rodriguez, Danelle Garcia; and brother-in-law David L. Gurule.
He is survived...
Fabiola Laura Cortez
Mar 7, 2025
Fabiola Laura Cortez, 86 years old of Ranchos de Taos, NM, went to be with the Lord on Friday, March 7, 2025, she was born on October 25, 1938 in El Prado NM.
Faby as she was lovingly called, is preceded in death by her husband Leroy Cortez; her parents Placida Visarriagas and Cristobal Cardenas; her son Lawrence “Tiny” Cortez; granddaughter...
Milton Lee Pease
Mar 7, 2025
Milton Lee Pease passed away on March 7, 2025 peacefully, with his beloved wife Adelaida "Dide" Pease at his side, in his home in Arroyo Hondo at the age of 84. Lee was born on June 28, 1940 in Arma, Kansas. The Pease family relocated to Yakima, Washington in 1942, where Lee spent his childhood and teenage years.
Lee enlisted in...
Peter Kunkel
Mar 6, 2025
Peter Kunkel, 77, a resident of Taos passed away unexpectedly on March 6, 2025. A full obituary and service arrangements are pending and will be posted as soon as they become available.
The family of Peter Kunkel has entrusted the care of their loved one to the caring staff of DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
Alicia Vargas
Mar 6, 2025
Our loving mother Alicia Anna Maria was called to her eternal home in heaven on March 6, 2025 at the beautiful age of 93. Mom was born on June 30, 1931, and was the youngest of nine children born to Juan Manuel and Higinia Martinez of Taos. She is now rejoicing in heaven with her parents, her siblings Roberto, Elias,...
Nicky Baca
Mar 4, 2025
Nicky Baca age 19, a resident of Cerro, passed away unexpectedly March 4, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his uncle Johnny Gomez and uncle Ruben Salazar.
Nicky was a student at Questa High School, he had a big heart, was always willing to help people in their time of need. Nicky loved spending time in the mountains, camping and hanging...
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