Obituary Listing

Sep 28, 2021

Joseph Martinez, Jr. age 41, a resident of Questa, passed away unexpectedly on September 28, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his grandmother Juanita Martinez; grandfather Frank Ortega; aunt Sophia Cisneros; uncle Tony Santistevan; and brother-in-law Edward Baca.

Joseph was a loving husband, father, son and brother.  He was a hard worker who devoted...

Sep 25, 2021

Kory Wright age 63, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully September 25, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his father Ted Engstrum and stepfather Glen Wright.

Kory was a crew chief for many years for Eski’s Hot Air Ballooning, which he loved doing.  He loved Taos and the beautiful outdoors.  He will be...

Sep 25, 2021

Angie “Nanny” Gonzales began her journey to her eternal home on September 25, 2021, unexpectedly yet peacefully surrounded by her family.  She is preceded in death by her parents, Jose M. and Eliza Salazar, brothers, Eloy Quintana (Evelyn), Samuel Quintana (Emma); grandson, Brandon Gutierrez; nephews, Jackie Quintana, Norberto E. Vigil, David R. Chavez, and great great nephew Marcelo Enriquez,...

Sep 24, 2021

Jessica Padilla age 38, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly September 24, 2021.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents Refugio Padilla & Efren Padilla; uncle Eloy Trujillo; cousin Christina Maestas; grandparents, Esther Ortega and Luis Camacho; uncles Louie, Carl and Raymond Camacho; aunt Jackie Camacho.

Jessica is survived by her children Lluvia Cortez,...

Sep 24, 2021

Paul Anthony Maestas, Sr. age 53, a resident of El Prado, passed away unexpectedly September 24, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his son Anthony Maestas; maternal grandparents Onofre and Salome Palajo; paternal grandparents Patricio and Genoveva Maestas; uncles Francis Maestas and Frank Palajo; aunt Loyola Parraz.

Paul proudly served his country in the United States...

Sep 24, 2021

Roy Gomez age 76, a resident of Cerro, passed away peacefully September 24, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his parents Fred & Elvira Gomez; siblings Pearl Vigil, Martha Mascarenas, Fred Gomez, Jr., Joe Gomez, Louis Gomez, Johnny Gomez, Sam Gomez, and many nieces and nephews.

Roy was a hard-working farmer and rancher. Family...

Sep 20, 2021

Aurelio Mike Salazar, age 78, a resident of Taos, formerly of Las Vegas NM, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2021. He was preceded in death by his wife, Audrey Jean Salazar; parents, Aurelio and Marcella Salazar; ½ brother and sister, Joe and Helen Salazar; sister Irene Cruz, brother, Robert Salazar; and in-laws, Ted and Alice Martinez. Aurelio proudly...

Sep 18, 2021

Francisca P. Chavez, 56 years, a resident of Ranchos de Taos passed away peacefully on September 18, 2021, surrounded by family, friends and in our hearts.

She was preceded in death by her granddaughter Justice Esperanza Cantu; parents Loretta DeHerrera and John P. Mares, Manuelita and George Chavez; paternal grandparents Beatrice and Paul Mares; her beloved Blas...

Sep 18, 2021

Nancy L. Salazar, age 74, of the Pueblo of Picuris, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2021, surrounded by loving family at her home in the Pueblo of Picuris, NM.

She was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Nothing brought Nancy greater joy than the time she spent with her family and friends. She was a...

Sep 15, 2021

Susan Henderson, age 47 a resident of El Prado, passed away unexpectedly on September 15, 2021.  A Celebration of her life will be held at a later date. The family of Susan Henderson has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos.   www.devargastaos.com

Sep 12, 2021

Adam David, age 78, a resident of Ranchitos, entered into paradise on September 12, 2021.  A Celebration of his life will be held at a later date.  The family of Adam David has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos.  www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019

Sep 11, 2021

Danny McNair, age 71, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on September 11,2021.  A Celebration of his life will be held at a later date. The family of Danny McNair has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019

Sep 7, 2021

Our precious Uvaldo Valentin Lopez Jr. also known as “Juny” to the family and “UV” to friends was born in Taos, NM on February 25, 1975 to Uvaldo Sr. (Frenchy) and Elsie Lopez.  He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Jose Nick Sr. and Mercy Struck, paternal grandparents Marcos and Esther Lopez, and aunt, Christine Struck Gonzales. He...

Sep 5, 2021

Michael (Mike) Charles Walters, 63, died Sunday, September 5, 2021, in Taos, NM.  Mike was born on December 19, 1957, in Shreveport, LA.

Mike was a free-spirited man who loved the outdoors, fishing, golfing and above all else, football.  If given a choice to stay at a five-star hotel, or sleep under the stars, the latter would...

Sep 3, 2021

Robert D. Graham, 84 passed away September 3rd, 2021.  He was born in Taos, New Mexico on March 25, 1937.

He was preceded in death by his loving and beautiful wife Dilia.  His parents Donaciano and Soledad Graham, his in-laws Eduardo and Solidea Mondragon.  Brother Tobias Graham and sister Sally Graham.  Brothers and Sisters-in-law:  Carla Graham, Molly and...

Aug 31, 2021

Annie Montoya McCallum age 66, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on August 31, 2021.

Annie was a loving, caring, woman, who loved her family dearly.  She was employed by Taos Ski Valley for over 32 years.  She will be missed by everyone whose heart she touched.

She was preceded in death by her...

Aug 31, 2021

A creative, colorful, adventurous life came to an end when Dr. Ed Kollar passed at the Taos Living Center August 29, 2021.  What a total force of life he was, so packed full of incredible talent and enthusiasm.

Born November 8, 1936, to immigrants from Czechoslovakia and Italy, Edward Kollar, Sr. and Mary Margaret Portia Lena Cesare,...

Aug 26, 2021

We are saddened to report the passing of Charlotte A. Lopez-Taylor on Thursday, August 26, 2021. Charlotte grew up in Taos with her parents Mariano and Molly Lopez; sisters Pauline and Vangie; brother Eddie. She was a proud member of the Taos High School Class of 1959 and double graduate of New Mexico Highlands University in 1989 and 1991. Late in life,...

Aug 24, 2021

Timothy Mares age 36, a resident of Angel Fire, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family and friends on August 24, 2021.

Timothy loved spending time in the outdoors, especially fishing and hunting, and was a wonderful cook.  He loved his family and friends dearly and had a special place in is heart for his nieces...

Aug 20, 2021

Richard Jacobs age 81, a resident of El Prado, passed away peacefully August 20, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his parents William & Mary Jacobs, brothers William Jacobs and Robert Jacobs.

Richard proudly served his country in the U.S. Army, enlisting at the age of 17.  He was a Professor of Marketing in...