D'Aaron Le Blanc
Jun 9, 2023
D’Aaron Brecheen LeBlanc, 59, resident of Taos, New Mexico, died June 8, 2023, surrounded by her family at Holy Cross Hospital in Taos.
She was a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Born May 2, 1964 and was a graduate of Broadmoor High School, Class of 82. She was retired from the family business, Brecheen Pipe & Steel Co., where...
Mario Rael, Jr.
Jun 7, 2023
Mario Z. Rael, 40, of Taos, NM, passed away on June 7, 2023, in Questa, NM. Mario was born on March 12, 1983, in Taos, NM, to Mario Rael Sr. and Nancy Crochet. He attended Questa High School.
Mario had a passion for helping others, and he expressed his artistic side through his beautiful artwork. He was an avid drawer...
Lillian M. Vigil
Jun 5, 2023
On June 5, 2023, Lillian M. Vigil from Peñasco/Llano de San Juan, was called home to her eternal resting place. On this day, we lost a beautiful soul, Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Aunt, Cousin and Friend.
Lillian is predeceased by her loving parents Eli and Martha Gonzales.
Lillian is survived by her children whom she loved beyond measure; Raymond Duran, Jr.,...
Tina V. Martinez
Jun 1, 2023
Tina V. Martinez, 97, passed away peacefully at home on June 1, 2023 surrounded by her loving family.
She was born to Juan Jose & Teodorita Vigil on Canyon Road in Santa Fe, NM, on October 31, 1925. Tina was eldest of 6 siblings. Tina is preceded in death by her Father & Mother; loving husband Polito E. Martinez, of...
William T. Gonzales
May 31, 2023
William Thomas Gonzales (40) of Taos NM, passed away unexpectedly on May 31, 2023. He was born on February 13, 1983, to Leroy and Carmen Gonzales. William wore many titles: son, brother, uncle, friend, husband, and the title he was most proud of, DAD.
William worked at Centinel Bank of Taos where he met his best friend and love of...
Stella Gutierrez
May 29, 2023
Stella Gutierrez, 92, of La Cordillera passed away on May 29, 2023. Stella was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend. She led her life with faith, kindness and love in her heart. Stella loved spending time with her family, listening to music especially the Bad Boys and of course Lawrence Welk.
She is preceded in...
Mary Beth Brennan
May 23, 2023
Mary Beth Brennan, age 64, a resident of Angel Fire, passed away unexpectedly on May 23, 2023. A full obituary is pending at this time and will be posted as soon as it becomes available. Mary Beth's cremains will be laid to rest back home in Columbus Ohio at St. Joseph Cemetery, per her wishes. The family of Mary Beth...
Luis F. Martinez
May 22, 2023
Luis F. Martinez, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away on May 22, 2023, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, at the age of 84, with his family at his side. He was born on September 13, 1938, in Taos, New Mexico.
A proud U.S. Marine Corps veteran, Luis married the love of his life, Romaine, in 1968 and together...
Tillie Duran
May 22, 2023
Tillie Duran, 94, passed away May 22, 2023 surrounded by her loving family.
She was preceded in death by her parents Hipolito and Margarita Herrera; her husband Telesfor (Tito) Duran; daughter Mary Ida Maestas and infant son Eddie Duran; brothers Paz, Rudy and Adelmo Herrera; sister Angie Arellano and granddaughter Tanya Folkmire.
Tillie is survived by her children Sixto Duran...
Ronald Marinelli
May 21, 2023
Age 73 of Questa and originally of Amarillo Tx. Born on 2/22/50. Passed away unexpectedly on 05/21/23 during a short stay at a rehabilitation facility in Taos, NM Following surgery. He is preceded in death by his parents Calvin & Bettina Honea, brother Donald Honea & grandson Christopher. All originally from Amarillo, TX. He is survived by his wife of...
Terrence Mahooty
May 20, 2023
Terrence Mahooty, age 75, a resident of Albuquerque, formerly of Taos Pueblo, passed away unexpectedly on May 20, 2023. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available. Traditional burial services were held at Taos Pueblo on May 26, 2023. The family of Terrence Mahooty has entrusted the care of their loved one to...
Richard Sandoval
May 19, 2023
Richard Sandoval, age 62, a resident of Denver CO formally of Taos Pueblo, passed away unexpectedly on May 19, 2023. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available. Traditional burial services have taken place at Taos Pueblo on May 24, 2023. The family of Richard Sandoval has entrusted the care of their loved...
Maria Tranquilina "Nina" Pacheco
May 19, 2023
Maria Tranquilina “Nina” Pacheco, born on April 9, 1934, went to meet our Heavenly Father on May 19, 2023. Nina is preceded in death by her mother Rosita Duran and father Jose Luis Pacheco; brothers Eduardo, Tomas, and Luisito; husbands Leopoldo Madrid and Nestor Trujillo; and daughters Aida Chavez and Cindy Peppers. She is survived by her brothers Leohildo and...
Raeborn Eric Croft Jr
May 15, 2023
Raeborn Eric Croft, Jr. age 65, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, originally from St. Augustine, Florida, passed away unexpectedly in La Serna Mountain on May 8, 2023. He left home on May 7, 2023 to go turkey hunting and never returned. He was missing for 8 days and located May 15, 2023 and pronounced deceased.
Eric was a song...
Lesley Michaels
May 12, 2023
Lesley Michaels, age 66, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on May 12, 2023. She is preceded in death by her father Jerry Jerome, and her sister Linda Jerome. She leaves behind her spouse Rosalie Grace, her mother Patricia Jerome, her sister Carol Ann Jerome, her brother Robert Jerome and his wife Kathy, nephew Gannon Jerome, and niece Kaitlyn (and husband...
Sharon Kay Gallegos
May 12, 2023
Sharon Kay Gallegos age 66, a resident of Questa, passed away unexpectedly May 12, 2023.
She was preceded in death by her husband Tomas Gallegos; daughters Christa Gallegos and Denise Gallegos; parents Robert & Heloise Hobbs; in-laws Chris & Eva Gallegos; and brother-in-law Lawrence Gallegos.
Sharon was a fun, loving, happy lady, who lived life to it’s fullest. She especially...
Ernestina "Tina" Pacheco
May 10, 2023
Ernestina “Tina” Pacheco, a resident of El Salto, Arroyo Seco, New Mexico went to her heavenly home on May 10, 2023.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Elizardo Pacheco: her parents Toribio and Celina Martinez; brothers Frank, Juan, Epifanio, Crisoforo, Eloy, Nicolas, Ruben and Ernesto Martinez; sister Rosaura Chacon; sisters-in-law Angelina, Teresa, Elivira, Lucinda, Rose, Rosella; and brother-in-law...
Corine Hernandez
May 9, 2023
Corine Hernandez, age 83, a resident of Upper Llano, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2023. Corine lived her life as simple as she could. For many years she worked as a waitress in many food establishments around the area. She is preceded in death by her husband Uvaldo Hernandez, her parents and other family members and friends. She...
Patricia Fountain
May 5, 2023
Patricia Fountain, age 55, a resident of Taos passed away peacefully on May 5, 2023. A full obituary is pending at this time and will be posted as soon as it becomes available. The family of Patricia Fountain has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
Bernie Dominguez
May 3, 2023
Our beloved mother, Bernardita "Bernie" L. Dominguez, entered eternal rest on May 03, 2023, surrounded by her children. Bernie was born on September 08, 1931, to Juan and Leonardita Lovato in Chamisal, NM.
She attended Chamisal and Peñasco Schools. She met Manuel Dominguez Sr., during her childhood; they married in 1948 after he returned from the Army. They moved to Las...
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