Arturo "Chude" Garcia
Jan 14, 2025
Arturo “Chude” Garcia, a lifelong resident of Questa passed away unexpectedly on January 14, 2025, at the age of 71. He was a graduate of Questa High School. He was a dedicated friend and was known for his kindness, sense of humor, and love of the outdoors. He loved to hunt and fish with his brothers and friends. He is...
Severiana Archuleta
Jan 9, 2025
Severiana Archuleta, 87, a resident of Vadito NM, passed away on January 9, 2025 after a brief illness.
She was preceded in death by her daughter Josephita Archuleta; father Demecio Romero and mother Amadita Romero; siblings Maria Manzanares, Victoriano Romero, Donecimo Romero, Alcarita Valdez, Felonis Montoya, Rufina Martinez and Satornino Romero.
Severiana is survived by her husband Johnny Archuleta; children Debbie Wade...
Julio Guevara
Jan 8, 2025
Julio Guevara, 36, a resident of Ranchos De Taos, passed away unexpectedly on January 8, 2025. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available.
The family of Julio Guevara 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
Mark Montoya
Jan 8, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Mark Montoya. He left his earthly home on November 1,2024 to walk with Jesus and his angels.
He was born in Dalhart, TX on July 5, 1969 to Mariano and Grace Montoya.
He was preceded in death by the mother of his children Laurie Sanchez; beloved parents Mariano and Grace Montoya;...
Linda Lee Frisbie
Jan 6, 2025
Linda Lee Frisbie was born on September 17, 1947 and fell asleep in death on January 6, 2025. Her husband Richard, of 51 years is in the home in Taos.
The family of Linda Lee Frisbie 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
Larry M. Johnson
Jan 5, 2025
Larry Johnson, 84, a resident of El Prado, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.
Larry was born in Seagraves, Texas, 26 October 1940 and then his father was drafted into the Army in WW-II at which time he and his mother moved to the Breckenridge, Texas area and lived with his paternal grandparents until his dad...
Paul Otero
Jan 5, 2025
Paul Otero, 64, a resident of Tres Piedras, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on January 5, 2025.
Paul was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico October 5th, 1960. He was the first child of 5 children to Gloria and Porfirio Otero.
Raised in the neighborhood of San Jose, he went to East San Jose Elementary school, McKinley Middle...
Mary Lashley
Jan 4, 2025
1.There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens:
2. A time to be born (Mena, Arkansas October 18, 1924 at the base of Rich Mountain) and a time to die (January 4th, 2025 Taos, NM), a time to plant {she moved to Dallas at the age of 21, married at 23 and started a...
Mike Lucero
Dec 31, 2024
Mike Lucero 71, a resident of Amalia passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on December 31, 2024.
He was preceded in death by his parents Malaquias and Natividad Lucero; and sister Barbara Lucero Molina.
Mike loved to spend time with his family, as well as spending time outdoors fishing and hunting.
He is survived by his children Michelle Martinez (Stephen), Victoria Lucero...
Alfonso A. Vigil, II
Dec 30, 2024
Alfonso Andres Vigil II, age 50, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away December 15, 2024.
He was preceded in death by his father Alfonso Andres Vigil; and the love of his life Loretta (Lorie Trujillo).
Alfonso is survived by his son Alfonso A. Vigil, IV (Elaina); his mother Pauline Vigil; granddaughter Scarlet Vigil; aunts Faustina M. Vigil and Ruby Mondragon;...
Lawrence Ortega
Dec 29, 2024
Lawrence A. Ortega, 76, a resident of Questa, New Mexico, passed away unexpectedly surrounded by his loving family on December 29, 2024.
He is preceded in death by his grandson, Isaiah Ortega; his parents, Bernie and Dolores (Lola) Ortega; brothers, Joseph and George Ortega; in-laws, Tom, Esperanza, and Tommy Kittredge; brother-in-law Manuel Sanchez; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Lawrence was born...
Nathaniel Joseph Isaiah Trujillo
Dec 28, 2024
Nathaniel Joseph Isaiah Trujillo, born on September 30, 1996 to Anna Maria Trujillo in San Jose, California, was unexpectedly called home to the stars on December 28, 2024. Nathaniel was a strong, kind, talented, gentle young man with many hopes and dreams. Nathaniel attended culinary school and loved cooking and feeding people. He was also a truly gifted writer and...
Peter Jeantette
Dec 26, 2024
Beloved by his family and devoted in service to community, lifelong parishioner of San Francisco de Asís Church, always ready to greet you with a kind smile and a helping hand, Peter Jeantette of Taos, New Mexico, surrendered his life to God at his home on December 26, 2024, surrounded by loved ones.
Born on June 27, 1945, Peter grew up...
Henrietta Visarriagas
Dec 25, 2024
On a beautiful Christmas morning, December 25, 2024, Henrietta Visarriagas joined her family in Heaven. Surrounded by her loving family, she departed this world for eternal rest. Henrietta was born in Taos, NM on April 22, 1950.
She is predeceased by her mother Placida Cardenas; her brothers Presciliaño, Gilbert and Lorenzo Cardenas; her sister Eulogia “Jugi” Cardenas; her niece Veronica Cardenas;...
Rebecca Lynne Trujillo
Dec 20, 2024
It is with a heavy heart, we announce the passing of our beloved mother and cherished grandmother, Rebecca “Becky” Lynne Trujillo. Becky passed away on December 20, 2024, at the age of 68 due to complications from a brief illness.
Becky was born in Ely, NV. On June 5th ,1956. As a young lady she met, fell in love and married...
Clarence Grant
Dec 19, 2024
Clarence Teodoro Grant, 82, of Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico, passed away on December 19, 2024, at Holy Cross in Taos.
Clarence was born on November 11, 1942, in Taos, New Mexico, to Elva Morgas and Eduardo Grant. He was a lifelong resident of Taos, and his roots in the community ran deep.
Clarence attended Taos High School and later became...
Timothy Medina
Dec 18, 2024
Timothy Medina, resident of Taos, born on January 22, 1977, passed away on December 18, 2024, at the age of 47. Timothy fought the cancer battle with all he had. He continued to keep his faith, stay positive and strong until the very end.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Connie Medina; maternal grandparents, Elsie R. and Nacario Gonzales;...
James Keegan
Dec 17, 2024
James Keegan, 77, a resident of Des Montes, passed away on December 17, 2024. A full obituary is pending at this time and will be posted as soon as it becomes available. Burial will be held on January 9, 2024 at 1:30pm at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. The family of James Keegan has entrusted the care of their loved...
Monte McCaulley
Dec 12, 2024
Monte McCaulley, He passed away peacefully in Albuquerque on December 12, 2024. He was 71 years old. Monte was born in Embudo, New Mexico on 6/12/1953. He was raised in Taos. He also lived in Albuquerque, Pilar, and Questa, New Mexico for ten years. He is survived by his younger brother Terry Lee McCaulley, older brother William McCaulley and sister-in-law...
Paul Jaramillo
Dec 10, 2024
Paul Jaramillo, avid fisherman and gardener, passed on December 10, 2024.
Paul is survived by his wife Alice; son Edward Jaramillo and wife Amy, daughter Barbara Guzman and husband Jose; grandchildren, Thor Jaramillo, Laird Jaramillo, Alberto Guzman and wife Laurie, and Pablo Guzman.
Memorial service will be held in the Evergreen Chapel of DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos, 1524 Paseo del Pueblo...
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