Rita J. Rael
Dec 10, 2022
We are sad to announce the sudden passing of our mother, Rita J. Rael on December 10, 2022. She was a lifelong resident of Questa and in her later years lived in Las Vegas, NV and recently in Ranchos De Taos, NM. She is preceded in death by her mother and father Alejandro and Felicita (Feliz) Gonzales, her brothers, Alex...
Mary Alice Winter
Dec 9, 2022
Mary Alice Avila-Winter age 87, a resident of Taos passed away on December 9, 2022.
Mary Alice was a pillar in the community of Taos supporting numerous ministries at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, blessing the Taos Municipal School system, serving the students and staff, initiating many enduring programs, and serving the broader community on multiple boards. Her love for...
Valerie Bailon
Dec 9, 2022
Valerie Bailon, age 59, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2022. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jimmy and Loretta Bailon, grandparents Amarante and Jessie Cortez, and Bernabe Bailon and Bertha Ortiz, as well as uncle and aunt Cipriano and Betty Herrera, plus many other loving relatives. Valerie loved her entire family dearly, she...
Jessica Marie Martinez
Dec 4, 2022
Jessica Marie Martinez 39, a resident of Arroyo Hondo, passed away unexpectedly December 4, 2022.
She was preceded in death by her sister Nichole Martinez; grandparents Bernabel & Sophia Martinez; Jose Vicente Sanchez; uncle Joseph Sanchez; cousins Vicente Vigil, Andres Vigil, Dedra Sanchez, Rhonda Vigil and Joey Martinez.
Jessica is survived by her parents Juan Martinez (Donna) and Marcia Sanchez;...
Ben Flores
Dec 4, 2022
Ben Flores 45, a resident of Taos passed away on December 4, 2022,
He was preceded in death by his father Reynaldo Martinez; grandparents Jose Serafin & Teordora Flores, and Jose Macedonio & Lucia Martinez; uncles Manual, Jesse and Frutoso Flores; nephews Joshua Flores and Stevy Ray Flores.
Ben is survived by his children Benno, Andrew, David, Asia and Natasha; granddaughters...
Lyle E. Beers
Dec 3, 2022
Lyle Edgar Beers, age 76, of Taos, New Mexico, passed away on December 3, 2022, at his home after a brief illness.
Lyle was born in Lawrence, Kansas, on September 20, 1946, to Henry and Eunice. After graduating from Lawrence High School in 1964, Lyle married his high school sweetheart, Susan Elizabeth Allen. They enjoyed a long, happy marriage of...
Henry Rodriguez
Nov 29, 2022
Henry Rodriguez, age 68, a resident of Rio Lucio, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents Manuel and Leonarda Rodriguez; grandparents Abelino and Genera Gurule; uncle's Mejirio and Abelino Jr Gurule, Teodoro Roybal; aunt Edna Gurule; and cousin Paul Roybal. Henry is survived by his aunt's Tina (Mike), Eneda Roybal and Lillian Gurule...
Charles Cantrell
Nov 28, 2022
Charles Cantrell age 72, a resident of Angel Fire passed away on November 28, 2022. No public services will be held. In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to the Taos Stray Hearts. The family of Charles Cantrell has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
Darrin Kasper
Nov 27, 2022
Darrin Gene Kasper passed away on Thanksgiving, after a loving day with family and friends, at his home under the shelter of the mountains he loved. He was 56. Darrin is survived by his beloved son Connor Kasper, a student at Northern Arizona University, and his former partner, Sharon Leach.
He is predeceased by his father Jack Kasper and his...
Rene Robles
Nov 22, 2022
Our much beloved, René Robles Cosio, aka Rene Cosio Robles, passed away unexpectedly on November 22, 2022, at his home on Turtle Ranch in Taos, New Mexico. He was 51 years young. René was born June 28, 1971, in Los Angeles, California. On this sunny afternoon he made his earthly debut accompanied by his identical twin Adrian. They were born...
Frank Edmundo Coca Gusdorf
Nov 22, 2022
Frank Edmundo Coca Gusdorf , 86, a lifelong resident of Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico passed away surrounded by his family on Veteran's day November 11, 2022 a fitting day for a man of proud service to the Navy.
He is preceded in death by his parents Francisco and Maria Gusdorf, his siblings Eduardo "Lalo" (Luisa) Duran, Luis (Emma) Duran...
Joseph Aguilar
Nov 21, 2022
On November 9, 2022 Joseph Michael Aguilar, III a resident of El Segundo, CA, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family and six of his lifelong loving friends.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Joseph Michael Aguilar & Elba P. Coca Romero Aguilar; maternal great-grandparents Hipolito M. and Lila C. Romero, of Llano Quemado, Ranchos de Taos;...
Derek Ian Fenwick
Nov 18, 2022
Derek I. Fenwick of Taos, NM passed away suddenly at his home. He is survived by his mother Phyllis (Bridgewater) Bagdonas, his stepfather Rick Bagdonas and his biological father Dean Fenwick and his wife Cathy, his daughter, a brother Edward Fenwick, many aunts/uncles, cousins and friends.
Derek enjoyed the outdoors and hiking. He was a craftsman by trade and at...
Maria Lugarda Sandoval
Nov 17, 2022
Maria Lugarda Sandoval age 90, a resident of Rio Lucio, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family, on November 17, 2022.
She was preceded in death by her husband Teodoro Sandoval; son Rocky Sandoval; 3 infant children, Tony, Ramoncita and Debbie Sandoval; parents Jose de Gracia and Maria Casados; brothers Jose, Nelson and Casimiro Casados; sisters Ercilia...
David E. Leon
Nov 17, 2022
David “Tiger” Leon age 63, a resident of Cerro, passed away peacefully November 17, 2022.
He was preceded in death by his mother Rebecca Leon; two infant brothers; and mother-in-law Juanita Martinez.
David proudly served his country in the United States Army, later he retired from the National Guard. He also worked as a security guard for many years at...
Michael Santistevan
Nov 10, 2022
Michael C. Santistevan was born in Taos NM, he lived in Taos and Santa Fe NM. He was called to be with our Lord suddenly on November 10, 2022 and will be greatly missed by many.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents Alphonso and Marcelina Santistevan, and older brother David W. Santistevan.
Michael is survived by his daughters (they...
Cynthia Ortega
Nov 8, 2022
Cynthia Ortega age 58, of Questa, NM was called home unexpectedly on October 28, 2022, along with her loving mother Albina (Sweetie) Gallegos.
She was well known in her community as well as in Taos and surrounding areas. She was known for her kindness and welcoming, sweet words. She had a heart of gold and would always give the...
Albina C. Gallegos
Nov 8, 2022
Albina C. Gallegos (Sweetie), 86, of Questa, New Mexico, has continued on her journey to heaven to be with the Lord on October 28th, 2022 alongside her loving daughter, Cynthia Ortega.
Albina was loved by many and always gave a helping hand to anyone in need. Many may know Albina from her many years working at the schools in...
Lorrel Marcella Hickman-Simpson
Nov 6, 2022
Precious baby Lorrel Marcella Hickman Simpson entered this world and gained her Angel Wings on November 6, 2022. She is preceded in death by her grandmother Kelli Hickman and uncles Brian and Jake Hickman. Lorrel is survived by her parents, Keegan Simpson and Frankie Hickman, grandparents, Ande Moore-Guinn, Roman Simpson, and Brian Hickman, aunts and uncles, Kamren Moore, York Simpson,...
Eloy Jeantete
Nov 6, 2022
Eloy Antonio Jeantete, lovingly known as Dad, Grandpa, Tio and Primo by his family and Eloy, Mr. Jeantete and Mayor by so many residents in the Taos area, passed peacefully in his home in Taos, New Mexico, Sunday, November 6, 2022. Eloy was deeply devoted to his wife, Mary, who preceded him in death and so passionately proud of his...
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