Obituary Listing

Dec 18, 2021

Peter Schwartz, age 84, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2021. A full obituary is pending at this time and will be posted as soon as it becomes available. Burial took placed on Sunday December 19, 2021 at 2pm at the Taos Jewish Cemetery.  The family of Peter Schwartz has entrusted the care of their...

Dec 17, 2021

Leo F. Mondragón age 81, a resident of Llano Quemado, peacefully passed away on December 17, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his parents José Levi & Lydia Mondragón; and parents-in-law Abedon & Damiana Maestas.

Leo is survived by his wife Frances Mondragón; daughter Louise Conway (Wayne), son David Mondragón (Jacki); grandsons Paul &...

Dec 16, 2021

Prescilla Esch age 81, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away after a brief illness on December 16, 2021.

She was preceded in death by her parents Alberto & Felicitas Tafoya; siblings baby sister Susanita Tafoya, Leo Tafoya, Max Tafoya and Emma Tafoya.

Prescilla was employed for over 25 years at Holy Cross Hospital...

Dec 16, 2021

Alex Ortiz, age 83, a resident of Talpa, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2021.  He was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Jackie Ortiz, infant daughter baby girl Ortiz, his parents, Jose Rafael and Frances Ortiz, and sister Claudia Rothstein.  Alex worked for over 20 years  as a retail clerk at the local hardware store...

Dec 15, 2021

The small communities of Amalia and Costilla are mourning the loss of a mother, sister, grandmother, friend, and much more.  Barbara Molina Lucero passed away peacefully and unexpectedly on December 15, 2021.

She was preceded in death by her parents Malaquias and Natividad Lucero.

Barbara is survived by her oldest son Dino Maes, middle son...

Dec 14, 2021

Clarence G. LaCome age 72, a resident of Questa, passed away peacefully December 14, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his parents Johnny & Elvira LaCome; brother Gerald LaCome; grandparents Augustine & Marina LaCome; aunt Eloisa Cisneros and uncle Elmer LaCome.

Clarence proudly served his country in the U.S. Army.  He was a talented local Artist, who...

Dec 9, 2021

Betty Lee Platero age 81, a resident of Torreon, NM passed away peacefully December 9, 2021 in Taos NM.

Our beloved Betty is survived by her children, Laverne Begay Sandoval, Marlene Sonny, Arlene Bickmore, and Vanessa Yazzie; 14 grandchildren and many great grandchildren; sisters Sadie Castillo and Annie Rose Cayaditto, plus many other relatives and friends

Dec 7, 2021

Marcelino Ted Lovato age 81, a resident of Lower Las Colonias, passed away peacefully December 7, 2021.

He was preceded in death by son Ted Lovato; mother Florence Lovato; siblings Martha Lovato, Flora Lovato; and cousin Billy Eyman.

Marcelino owned and operated La Bell Cleaners in Taos for many years until his retirement.  He loved...

Dec 6, 2021

Joseph N. Martinez formerly of Valdez, NM passed away peacefully recently. He graduated from Taos High School in 1981. He had great work ethic as a very hard worker and very smart.

Joseph was preceded in death by his father Nick Martinez, as well as his uncle Gene and aunt Patsy Martinez, who always asked for him....

Dec 4, 2021

Arturo Eleuto Romero, age 88, a resident of Llano Quemado, went home to the Lord peacefully on December 4, 2021 surrounded by his loving family.

Arturo was born August 25, 1933 to Jose E. and Clorinda V. Romero and grew up learning farm life but always yearned to do something else.  Arturo enlisted February 9, 1954 and...

Dec 3, 2021

James Jeremy Duran age 48, a resident of El Prado, passed away unexpectedly December 3, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents James & Consuelo Duran; Leroy & Mary Rael; and cousin Joshua Rael.

He is survived by his son Nathaniel Mares; parents James Joseph Duran, and Loretta Rael, plus many more relatives...

Dec 2, 2021

Antonio Joshua “Tone” Martinez, age 24, a resident of Ranchos De Taos, passed away unexpectedly on December 2, 2021. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Noberto Fernandez, maternal grandparents, Federico and Aurora “Weda” Martinez, great aunts and uncles, Delcie Maes, Ricardo Romero, Mike Romero, Eva Gonzales (Joe), and Francis Casanova (Ramon) and his son’s aunt, Tierra...

Dec 2, 2021

December 15, 1946 - December 2, 2021. Bonnie was the first child born to Leo F. and Margaretta (Bettie) B. Bonneau and the first grandchild on both sides of the family. Most of Bonnie’s youth was in Nebraska and Kansas, finally settling in Grand Island, NE, for high school. However, she considered Bancroft, NE, home, where her paternal grandparents...

Nov 30, 2021

Delfina M. Serna age 98, a resident of Llano Largo, NM passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family November 30, 2021.

She was preceded in death by her husband Antonio Serna; children Theresa and LouAnn; parents Benigno and Doloritas Martinez; siblings Max (Andrellita), Bolivar, Ida and Alice Garcia (Louie).

Delfina is survived by her...

Nov 26, 2021

Cloro F. Garcia, age 86 a resident of Des Montes, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on November 26, 2021. He was preceded in death by his wife Eloisa Garcia, parents, Frank and Raquel Garcia, and brother Herman Garcia. Cloro was employed by the U.S. Forest Service for over 25 years, after his retirement he stayed busy...

Nov 25, 2021

Roberta Campbell, age 66, a resident of Questa NM, passed away unexpectedly on November 25, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, Dennis and Betty Taylor.  Roberta loved to spend time outdoors; fishing, camping, and working on her gardening. She was a hands-on woman who liked to take care of things on her own. She worked at...

Nov 24, 2021

David Edward Martinez, Jr. age 28, a resident of Ranchos de Taos and Questa, NM, went to meet with our heavenly Father where he will soar with angels.

He was preceded in death by his father David E. Martinez, Sr.; grandparents Eduardo Martinez and Bridgette Martinez; great-grandparents Fidel and Filomena Martinez; great-great grandfather Eduardo Martinez; uncles John...

Nov 21, 2021

George C. Trujillo went peacefully to meet our heavenly Father on Sunday November 21, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his son Chris P. Trujillo; his parents Carlos J. and Amelia Trujillo; his sister Aurora Vigil; niece Carla Vigil Castle and nephew Jose Benito Vigil.

George owned and operated the Don Carlos Lounge for...

Nov 21, 2021

Harlo Opal Burlin-Greiner born October 6, 1999 in Taos, NM passed away unexpectedly on Sunday November 21, 2021. Harlo was a gifted artist, musician and chef.  She had a great sense of humor and lit up the room wherever she went. She is survived by many loving family, friends, and community members. Harlo will be missed dearly.

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Nov 20, 2021

Charles (Chuck) Fleischner passed away early on the 20th of November 2021 in Taos, NM. Chuck is survived by his two daughters; Maia (Bill Franz) and Samantha (Jonathan Winkle), his four grandchildren; Liberty, Justice, July and Forever and one great grandchild; Odin. Chuck was a charming, charismatic and dynamic man. His energy and storytelling will be profoundly missed by...