Dr. Michael Harkey
Oct 12, 2023
Michael was born in Oklahoma City on July 24, 1945. He played football through elementary and high school. He became a lifelong University of Oklahoma fan, and all who knew him knew not to call him during an Oklahoma football game.
He was accepted to medical school after only two years of undergraduate school and went on to do his...
Lydia E. Martinez
Oct 9, 2023
Lydia Evan Martinez resident of Arroyo Seco, entered into her eternal rest on October 9, 2023. Lydia was born on May 11, 1932.
She is preceded in death by her parents Juan Pedro Martinez and Nicomedes Fresquez; her husband Manuel R. Martinez; son Rudy Martinez; grandson Joaquin Martinez; and son-in-law Andy Miera; brothers Benjamin, Bernabel (Pablita) and Jake Martinez; sister...
Alise Belle Anima
Oct 9, 2023
Alise Belle Anima, age 92, passed away Monday, October 9, 2023. Alise was born in Cleveland, Ohio on June 14, 1931.
Alise’s life passions were her art weaving, silk painting, traveling in her motorhome and serving as a spiritual advisor to anyone who needed guidance. Alise’s most cherished art achievement was working with Judy Chicago on her “A Stitch in...
Ralph Johnson
Oct 7, 2023
Ralph (Johnny) Johnson passed away Saturday, 10/7/2023 of cancer. He was born 05/28/1942 in Illinois. He served in the US Navy from 1960-1964 where he was an Aviation Mechanic. He met the love of his life while stationed in Iceland. He married Elin Reynisdottir on 06/02/1962 in Reykjavik, Iceland.
He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He...
Celso R. Varos
Oct 5, 2023
Celso R. Varos age 75, a resident of Valdez, passed away unexpectedly October 5, 2023 due to a cardiac event.
He was preceded in death by his parents Filemon and Sobeida Varos; brothers Orlando Varos, Benito Varos and sisters Adelaida Varos Vigil and Annabelle Varos Montoya.
Celso is survived by his wife Priscilla Sisneros Varos; daughter Linda Varos Alford (Rick);...
Sammy Hammer
Oct 4, 2023
Sammy Hammer age 71, a resident of Cordillera, passed away unexpectedly October 4, 2023.
He was preceded in death by his wife Diana Hammer; son Julian Maestas; parents Samuel & Margie (Grant) Hammer; sisters Betty Trujillo (†Pacomio) and Ida Chavez (†Eugenio); brothers-in-law Julian, Johnny and Moises Maestas; sisters-in-law Porfie Montoya and Alice Valdez.
Sammy was employed by the Taos Municipal...
George Owens
Oct 3, 2023
George Owens, 78, a resident of Eagle Nest, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2023. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available. The family of George Owens has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
Wilfred Roybal
Oct 3, 2023
Wilfred “Fluff” Roybal age 71, a resident of Albuquerque and formerly of Costilla, passed away unexpectedly October 3, 2023.
He was preceded in death by his grandchildren Nicolas Macias, Katrina Fernandez, Armando Fernandez, Jr. and Donovan Vigil; parents Luis & Mary Ann Roybal; nephew Donovan Vallejos; paternal grandparents Ruperto & Emelia Roybal; and maternal grandparents Modesto & Francisquita Garcia.
Wilfred...
Matthew Sandoval
Sep 30, 2023
Matthew Jay Sandoval age 53, a resident of Taos, passed away September 30, 2023.
He is preceded in death by his mother Alice Sandoval; grandparents and several aunts and uncles.
Matthew is survived by his wife Marci; daughter Alicen; his father Henry Sandoval; siblings Stephanie Sandoval and Ken Sandoval (Becky); nephews Michael, Mario, Kenny, David and Joshua; nieces Alecia, Ashley...
Gus Beckwith
Sep 29, 2023
August “Gus” Beckwith, age 23, entered his eternal rest unexpectedly on September 29, 2023 in Taos, NM. Gus was born on December 2, 1999, in Taos, NM to Gene Beckwith and Karen Todd.
He is preceded in death by his grandfather Richard Todd and Uncle Emmett Barton.
Many will remember Gus as a child growing up in his Mother’s café,...
Benjamin "Bennie" Martinez
Sep 27, 2023
It is with great sadness that we, the family of Benjamin “Bennie” Roland Martinez, a resident of Taos, New Mexico, announce his passing on the early evening of September 10, 2023, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, at the age of 71. Bennie was born in Taos, New Mexico on January 12, 1952. Bennie is preceded in death by his Mother Irene...
Lawrence S. Jaramillo
Sep 26, 2023
Lawrence Jaramillo resident of Questa (El Rito), age 75 passed away at his home on September 26th. He is preceded in death by son Brad Jaramillo; his father Hernando Jaramillo; in-laws Rufino and Cordelia Garcia; three nieces Bernadine Smith, Naomi Garcia Beall and Brenda Garcia; nephews Cruz Chavez II, Tony Montgomery, and great-nephew Andres Chavez. Also, in-laws Juan Garcia, Isaac...
James R. Martinez
Sep 24, 2023
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James R. Martinez, (Hawk), age 67, a resident of El Prado, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2023.Everyone knew James aka Jimmy "Hawk" for his big personality, happy heart, and unique silliness that could make everyone laugh. The way he would light up a room and bring so much joy to those he loved is irreplaceable and...
Esther Morgas
Sep 19, 2023
It is with great sadness that the family of Esther Morgas, a resident of Taos (Ranchitos), NM announces her passing on early morning of Tuesday, September 19, 2023 in Taos, New Mexico at the age of 86. Esther was born on January 18, 1937 in No Agua, New Mexico.
Esther is preceded in death by her Beloved Husband, Mariano Morgas;...
Stuart Jones
Sep 18, 2023
Stuart Cornwell Jones was born to Herbert N. Jones and Barbara Cornwell Jones on January 5, 1947 in New York. He attended and graduated from the Princeton HUN school. He went on to study Economics and Broadcast Journalism at Emerson University in Boston where he received his degrees in 1969. He then hopped in his VW Bug and headed to...
Martin Joseph "Marty" Gonzales
Sep 15, 2023
Martin Joseph Gonzales (Marty), 53, of Taos passed away from complications due to Multiple Myeloma cancer on September 15, 2023.
He is preceded in death by his father Alfonso E. Gonzales (Choncho) and brother-in-law Uvaldo V. Lopez, Jr.
He was always a friendly and happy person with everyone.
He enjoyed fishing and hunting with his best friends and spending...
Richard Kobakoff
Sep 13, 2023
Rich Kobakoff, 87, resident of El Prado, NM, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of September 13th, 2023 at Holy Cross Medical Center. He is preceded in death by his mother, Rosabelle Henchel, and father, Joseph Kobakoff. He is survived by his sister, Myra Kobakoff DeVito, of Port Jefferson, NY, his stepson, Geoff Wilson, of Boston, MA, and...
Johnny Gonzales
Sep 10, 2023
Johnny Gonzales age 43, a resident of Questa, passed away peacefully after a long battle with cancer on September 10, 2023.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Frank & Ruth Gonzales; maternal grandparents Manuel and Idela Romero.
Johnny owned and operated Double Eagle Electric for many years and was the Pastor at Freedom Center Church in Questa,...
Lucille M. Tenorio
Sep 10, 2023
Lucille M. Tenorio, 81 of Taos passed away peacefully, September 10, 2023. She was born February 2, 1942, and lived in Taos nearly all her life. Lucille was best known as the “Bookstore Lady” having owned the Paperback Book Exchange near Taos Plaza. She was a strong advocate for literacy and STEM education. Lucille always welcomed her daughters’ friends and...
Enrico Velasquez
Sep 7, 2023
Lt. Colonel Enrico M. Velasquez age 71, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, originally from Santa Fe, New Mexico, died peacefully at home on September 7, 2023.
He was preceded in death by his father Albert Velasquez, his mother Violetta Salazar-Velasquez; his brothers, Armando and Mario Velasquez and his sister Monica Lucero.
Enrico is survived by his wife Roberta (Bobby)...
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