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Derrick Santistevan

Derrick Santistevan

Mar 12, 2021

Derrick Santistevan age 56, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on March 12, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his father Toby Santistevan; grandparents Lee and Isabel Romero; and Ruben and Delia Santistevan.

Derrick is survived by his son Richard Espinoza (Alene); his mother Frances Santistevan; grandchildren Elijah,...

Bob Sonday

Bob Sonday

Mar 11, 2021

Bob Sonday, 67, a resident of Carson, passed away due to natural causes on March 11, 2021. Bob was a nationally known woodturner, cabinet, and furniture maker for most of his life. Some of his pieces have been shown in  national museums and are in the hands of collectors of such work. When he and his wife Sarah moved to Taos, he worked...

Daniel "Dannie" Harrison

Daniel "Dannie" Harrison

Mar 11, 2021

Dannie Harrison age 72, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his father Willie Ray Harrison; infant brother Richard Harrison; parents-in-law Virgil and Ellen Terry.

Dannie proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy, in submarine service and worked for the Military Defense...

Baby Killian Serbell

Baby Killian Serbell

Mar 10, 2021

Precious little Baby Angel Killian Hendrix Serbell gained his Angel Wings and entered into paradise. The family of Baby Angel Killian Hendrix Serbell has entrusted the care of their precious Angel to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com

Jose "Brother Hawk" Fernandez

Jose "Brother Hawk" Fernandez

Mar 9, 2021

Jose “Brother Hawk” Fernandez age 70, a resident of Arroyo Seco passed away peacefully on March 9, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his parents Manuel and Sally Fernandez; sister Angelina Cart; nieces Madalena Cart and Kim Fernandez; cousins Manuel Padilla, Pat Padilla, and Anthony Padilla.

Jose is survived by his brother Manuel Fernandez,...

James Lobell

James Lobell

Mar 7, 2021

James Lobell, 69, a resident of El Rito, passed away on March 7, 2021. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available. The family of James Lobell has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos.  www.devargastaos.com

Jose Mondragon

Jose Mondragon

Mar 7, 2021

Jose L. Mondragon age 54, a resident of Cañon, passed away unexpectedly on March 7, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his parents Steve and Lydia Mondragon; sister-in-law April Mondragon.

Jose was born on March 30, 1966, he was the second eldest of six children.  He loved spending time outdoors and enjoyed going for...

Carole Jean Becker

Carole Jean Becker

Mar 3, 2021

Carole Jean Becker, age 72, of Taos, passed away March 3, 2021, in her home.  Carole Jean Becker was born in Fairmont, West Virginia in 1948. She was first of her family to attend college. She was an enthusiastic educator and a constant seeker of knowledge. In her twenties, she moved to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to run a successful clothing...

Sharon Furlow

Sharon Furlow

Mar 3, 2021

Sharon Furlow, 74, a resident of Tres Piedras, passed away on March 3, 2021.  A Celebration of her life will be held at later date.  The family of Sharon Furlow has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com

John Dill McKenney

John Dill McKenney

Mar 2, 2021

John Dill McKenney, 96, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2021.  Per his request no services will be held.  The family of John Dill McKenney has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos.

Alonzo "Rocky" Martinez

Alonzo "Rocky" Martinez

Mar 1, 2021

Alonzo “Rocky” Martinez, 62, a lifelong resident of Taos NM, passed away unexpectedly on March 1, 2021. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Eduardo and Terecina Gutierrez and Luis and Drucilla Martinez. He is survived by his parents, Alonzo Martinez Sr., and Rufina Gutierrez; brothers, David and Vernon Martinez; mother of his children, Cynthia J. Martinez; children,...

James C. Bull

James C. Bull

Feb 26, 2021

On Friday, February 26, 2021, James C. Bull, Colorado Trial Lawyer, husband, father and grandfather transitioned to the Otherworld in his home in Arroyo Seco, New Mexico at the age of 77 years young.  Jim was born in Denver, Colorado.  He spent his early years with his parents and grandmother in Honolulu, Hawai’i where they had lived since immigrating...

Michael Anthony Trujillo

Michael Anthony Trujillo

Feb 25, 2021

Michael Anthony Trujillo, age 58, a lifelong resident of Taos, NM entered the Gates of Paradise and into peace on February 25, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his father Bentura Sabino Trujillo; mother Rose M. Mondragon-Trujillo; grandparents (paternal) Abran and Piedad Trujillo; (maternal) grandmother Francisca Gonzales-Pacheco; father-in-law Jose Frank Hammer; godparents Joe and Carol Maldonado;...

Duey Len Thompson

Duey Len Thompson

Feb 17, 2021

Duey Len Thompson, 68, a resident of Ranchos De Taos, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2021. He was preceded in death by his mother Mary Jo Thompson and his dear friend Evelyn (the artist). Duey fell in love in Taos when he and his friends planned a skiing trip, thus making Taos his home for over 40 years....

Pedro Chavez

Pedro Chavez

Feb 14, 2021

Pedro Elizario Chavez, 77, passed away on February 14, 2021.   A resident of Llano Quemado, he is preceded in death by his parents Blas Sr. and Fedelina Chavez; In-laws Palemon and Ofelia Mondragon; brother Blas Chavez Jr.; brothers-in-law Lawrence Santistevan and Pat Sandoval; and sisters-in-law Ruby Chavez, Francis Chavez, and Christine Vargas.

He is...

Judith Bellemore Spehar

Judith Bellemore Spehar

Feb 14, 2021

Judith Bellemore Spehar of El Prado was called by the Lord on High on February 14, 2021. She died quietly at home. Her survivors include a brother, Walter Bellemore, of Hamden, Connecticut, daughters Katharine Spehar of Albuquerque and Gabrielle Chernis of San Francisco, deeply beloved granddaughters Aurora Chernis and Athina Chernis of San Francisco, and husband, Warren, of El Prado. Judith...

John "Shorty" Martinez

John "Shorty" Martinez

Feb 13, 2021

John (Shorty) Martinez age 70, a resident of Questa, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on February 13, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his parents Fidel and Filomena Martinez; nephew Mario Sanchez; and mother-in-law Rachel Vialpando.

John owned and operated John Martinez Trucking and also worked at the Moly Corp. Mine. ...

Billy Mayes II

Billy Mayes II

Feb 11, 2021

Billy Mayes II, a resident of Red River passed away on February 11, 2021. The family of Billy Mayes II has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com

Jessie Lovato

Jessie Lovato

Feb 10, 2021

Jessie Lovato age 80, a resident of Chamisal, passed away February 10, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his parents Diego and Matilde Lovato; and sister Felicita Romero; along with many other loving relatives.

Jessie is survived by his wife Jean Lovato; children Jaqueline Vargas (John), Ed Evans, and Jay Lovato; grandchildren Brandon Vargas,...

Dora A. Maes

Dora A. Maes

Feb 7, 2021

Dora A. Maes age 88, a resident of Questa, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2021.

She was preceded in death by her husband Jose Ben Maes; parents Seprinio and Annita Romero; grandson Gary Maes, Jr.; siblings Ralph, Seprinio Jr., Jake Romero, and Mary Mondragon.

Dora is survived by her children Loren Maes (Beatrice), Diane...

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