Obituary Listing

Jan 15, 2022

William Paschall, age 71, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on January 15, 2021.   No public services will be held in Taos.  The family of William Paschall has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019.

Jan 13, 2022

FLAIG, Charles F. "Chuck" age 54 of Somerville, Ohio passed away Thursday, January 13, 2022, in Taos, New Mexico. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio on April 21, 1967 the son of Harry J. and Bonnie (Hutzelman) Flaig Jr. Chuck was a veteran serving in the Marine Corp. Survivors include five brothers, Steve, Robert, George (Opal), Frank (Tina), and...

Jan 11, 2022

Franklin Dalton Davis, II was born in Amarillo, Texas and left peacefully on January 11, 2022 after suffering from pancreatic cancer.

Frank graduated from the University of North Texas in Denton, Texas with a Ph.D. in Psychology. He had a private practice, worked with inmates in prison, and retired as the 504 Coordinator from the Plano Independent...

Jan 10, 2022

Rudy Alex Romero, 57, of Vadito, current resident of Cloudcroft, New Mexico, passed away at his home on January 10, 2022.  Rudy was a Tender and Doting Father and Grandfather, Kind and Loving Husband, Affectionate Son, Jokester Uncle, Caring and helpful Brother, Warm-hearted Nephew, Generous Appreciative and Devoted Friend.

Amberlee, heartbroken, called family members on Monday January...

Jan 10, 2022

On Monday, January 10th, 2022, Urban R. Romero Jr; loving husband, father, grandfather, and proud Vietnam veteran passed away at the age of 80.

Urban was born on July 14th, 1941 in Talpa. He served his country with great pride (2 years in Vietnam for the US Army and 4 years with the US National Guard).

Jan 7, 2022

Arthur E. Vargas 77 years passed away unexpectedly on January 7, 2022.  He was born to Robert and Martha Vargas on April 2, 1944 in San Francisco, Calif.  He was also known as Arturo and Art to family and friends.

Arthur served his country in the United States Air Force from 1963-1967 and in the Army National...

Jan 5, 2022

Fernando Angelo Tafoya passed away on January 5, 2022 at home in Taos, New Mexico, he was 86 years old.

Angelo, as he was known, was a kind and loving man who enjoyed listening to jazz and watching game shows with his wife. He was much admired for his quiet strength by his family.  He was a...

Jan 4, 2022

Richard Lawrence Trujillo (59) a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on January 4, 2022. He is survived by his mother Ruby; son Diego (Miriam) and grandchildren; Nicholous and Shaolin. He was preceded in death by his father Elias, sister Pamela and mother of his son Louise Martinez. Born and raised in Taos, he had deep family roots, many...

Jan 3, 2022

David Boles, aged 84, born May 2nd, 1937, passed away peacefully the evening of January 3rd, 2022.   He had been a visitor with his family to Taos Canyon since the early 40’s, eventually becoming a permanent resident with his family in the 70’s. A lifelong attorney, David always had a deep love of Taos, its people, traditions, and beauty. He is survived...

Jan 3, 2022

Dr. Margaret Hansen, age 74, a resident of Taos, passed away on January 3, 2022.  A full obituary is pending at this time and will be posted as soon as it becomes available.  The family of Margaret Hansen has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019

Jan 1, 2022

Guillermo (Willie) Maestas, 91, of Talpa went home to our Lord peacefully on the evening of January 1, 2022.

Guillermo was born in Talpa, New Mexico on 6 July 1930. He proudly served in the Army attaining the rank of Private First Class during the Korean War. After the war he returned to Talpa for 14 years...

Jan 1, 2022

Lawrence “Lolo” Martinez age 35, a resident of El Prado, passed way unexpectedly January 1, 2022.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Eleanor Visarriagas; Edwardo & Rafelita Visarriagas; uncle Juan Visarriagas; and great-grandmother Emma Duran.

Lawrence was a fun, loving, outgoing man, with many talents, especially art.  He would always make friends...

Dec 31, 2021

Joseph Taylor Kern passed away on December 31, 2021, in Taos, New Mexico. He was born July 12, 1965, to the late Joseph Chester Kern, III and Helen Bickerstaff Kern Jones.  Joe is survived by his mother, Helen Bickerstaff Kern Jones (Earl Jones), sister, Susan, and her husband Stuart.  He was a very proud Uncle Joe to Susan and...

Dec 31, 2021

Martin F. Baca a resident of Taos, NM passed unexpectedly and was taken to our Lord on December 31st, 2021.  He was preceded in death by his son Edward Baca; parents Viola and Fidencio Baca; infant sister Christina; brothers Alex and Luis Baca.  He is also preceded in death by in-laws Felonis and Max Mondragon; brothers-in-law Danny, Bonnie and...

Dec 30, 2021

Clorinda Georgina Mondragon, age 62, a resident of Llano Quemado, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2021.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Pacomio Mondragon Sr, father, George Romero, and infant son, Jose Maria Mondragon.  Clorinda was a fun-loving woman who loved to help others in need, she was very outgoings and loved telling jokes. She enjoyed...

Dec 29, 2021

Meredith Jane Fernandes, a resident of Taos, NM, died on December 29, 2021 after succumbing to a long illness.  She was born in Weymouth, Massachusetts on Thursday, June 8, 1978.  She is survived by her son Aspen Dow,  her friend Clay Dow, her parents Richard and Anne Fernandes of Rochester, MA, her sister Kathryn Fernandes,  her brother Peter Fernandes, her...

Dec 27, 2021

Antonio M. Cintas age 74, a resident of Questa, NM passed away unexpectedly December 27, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his parents Jose & Rose Cintas; brothers Larry and Orlando Cintas; and his parents-in-law Alberto & Josephine Ortega.

Antonio was an avid hunter and loved fishing with his grandkids. He served his country...

Dec 27, 2021

Frederico A. Voigt age 69, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on December 27, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his son Gabriel Claudio Voigt; parents William & Elizaria Voigt; siblings Julian Coca, Hilario Voigt, Rosalita Duran and Guillermo Voigt.

Federico is survived by his daughter Elizaria Loya...

Dec 26, 2021

Johnnie Ortiz age 70, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly December 26, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his parents Salvador & Margaret R. Ortiz; siblings Paul Ortiz, Helen Aragon, and Phillis Johnson.

Johnnie was a very outgoing, fun, energetic guy, who loved to spend time at the Taos Mountain Casino. He also...

Dec 24, 2021

Christopher (Chris) Robert Valdez, 42, a lifelong resident of El Llano, New Mexico was called Home to the Lord on December 24, 2021.

Chris is survived by his daughter, the love of his life, Alexis Valdez, parents Archie and Annabelle Valdez from El Llano, Brother Vincent and Cristal Valdez from Chimayo, Twin sister Crystal and Nicolas Peña from Rio Rancho, Godsons Lucas and Leandro Peña, special nieces Faith...