Leroy Branchal
Oct 21, 2024
The passing of Leroy Branchal, 78, on October 21, 2024, celebrates a life well-lived, filled with love, laughter, and purpose.
Born on September 2, 1946, to Reynaldo Sr. and Aurora Branchal, Leroy embodied the values of family, hard work, and compassion.
His professional journey, from the family logging business to the Carson National Forest Service, showcased his resilience. Due to a work-related...
Robert Mason Williams
Oct 20, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Robert Mason Williams, a beloved husband, father, brother, and pioneer in the field of personal development. Rob transitioned on October 3, 2024 at the age of 77, with his loving wife, Raes, at his side.
Rob was born on October 15, 1946 In Tampa, FL to his parents, the late...
Garrick "Christo" Garcia
Oct 19, 2024
Garrick Christopher “Christo” Garcia Jr. 35, of Ranchos De Taos, was called home, October 19, 2024. He is preceded in death by his infant daughter Mikay “Angel Baby” Garcia; Great-Grandmother’s Corina Miera, Maria S. Ortiz, Grandfather’s Jake A. Martinez and Lorenzo “Califa” Garcia; Godbrother Joshua “JT” Trujillo; Tio’s Levi Trujillo Sr., Higinio “Tom” Montoya, David Trujillo, Gilbert Valerio, Robert “Midget”...
Elsie Rael
Oct 19, 2024
Elsie Rael, 64, a resident of Questa, passed away Saturday, October 19, 2024 at Presbyterian hospital in Albuquerque surrounded by loving family. Born in Questa, New Mexico on October 29,1959. She is preceded in death by her parents Agustin and Precilla Rael; and son-in-law Agapito Martinez.
Elsie is survived by the love of her life for 30 years Felix Quintana, her...
Ricky Nicanor Trujillo
Oct 18, 2024
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Ricky Nicanor Trujillo, age 77, born in Taos, New Mexico, and a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on October 18, 2024.
He was preceded in death by his son, Derrick Trujillo and wife, JoAnn Trujillo. Mr. Trujillo served his country proudly in the United States Army where he was honorably discharged. He will be remembered for being...
Jose Richard Romero
Oct 15, 2024
Jose “Richard” Romero, 73, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on October 15, 2024. Richard graduated from Taos High School in 1969, served in the United Sates Army 1969 – 1972, retired from the United States Postal Service and the New Mexico Army National Guard. He was an avid woodworker and enjoyed hunting, fishing...
Lucy Casias
Oct 14, 2024
In the early hours of October 14th, our beloved Lucy Casias passed away, peacefully joining her husband Paul who passed nine years before. She is survived by their four children Yvette, Reine, Marc and Tim. Lucy was also blessed with ten grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Although Lucy grew up on a small ranch in El Prado, she very much...
David McCullough
Oct 9, 2024
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of a wonderful father, husband, son, brother, uncle and friend. David McCullough left our earthly presence on October 9, 2024.
David was born in 1967 in Arlington, TX a graduate of Sam Houston High and earned a Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology from UNM. Upon graduating from UNM he moved to Taos, NM...
Maria T. Romero
Oct 9, 2024
Maria was born in Embudo, grew up and went to school in Pilar.
She was preceded in death by her husband George Romero; parents Bernabe & Elvira Archuleta; in-laws Daniel & Clorinda Romero; children Vangie, Juan, Alejandro and Clorinda; son-in-law Pacomio Mondragon; grandson Daniel Bonifacio; five infant brothers plus Felix and Harold, sister Adelia Romero (Alberto); brothers-in-law Cirilio Saavedra, Antonio Martinez...
Cecilia M. Lucero
Oct 8, 2024
Cecilia M. Lucero age 79, resident of Taos, passed away October 8, 2024.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Pablo & May Maestas; son Leland Philip Graybull; and brother Paul Maestas.
Cecilia is survived by her husband of 45 years, Margarito Jose Lucero; daughter Maya Graybull; grandsons Nicholas P. Fresquez and Justin Philip Perea; siblings, Bob Maestas (Berna), Teresa Montoya...
Marina F. Tafoya
Oct 8, 2024
Marina F. Tafoya passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on October 8, 2024.
She was preceded in death by her parents Alfonso & Sinforosa Tafoya; her siblings Arcelia, Trine, Flora, Palemon, Loretta and Loraine.
Marina is survived by her sons Felix (Cindy) and Freddie (Mariah); grandkids Anthony, Marie, Jerome, Iesha (and her children); her siblings Lucia, Isabel, Polly, Tommy Tafoya,...
Jerry Santistevan
Oct 6, 2024
Jerry Santistevan, 93, a resident of both Pueblo CO and Taos, passed away on October 6, 2024. A full obituary and service arrangements are pending and will be posted as soon as they become available. The family of Jerry Santistevan has entrusted the care of their loved one to the caring staff of DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
Robert Stirling
Oct 5, 2024
Robert Stirling, 72, a resident of Angel Fire, passed away on October 5, 2024. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available. The family of Robert Stirling has entrusted the care of their loved one to the caring staff of DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
Frank Medina
Oct 4, 2024
Frank O. Medina 77, resident of Taos, passed away Friday, October 4, 2024 at Presbyterian Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.
He was preceded in death by his father Eloy Medina, mother Clara Medina and brother Eloy Medina, Jr.
Frank was a custodian for the Taos Municipal Schools for 21 years where he retired from. Frank enjoyed working outdoors, going to the...
Tina Marie Romero
Sep 28, 2024
Tina Marie Romero passed away peacefully at home on September 28, 2024, with her parents by her side.
Tina was born on December 4, 1966, in Santa Fe, New Mexico. She was a graduate of Taos High School and Goucher College in Baltimore, and ran The Feed Bin in Santa Fe for seven years. A lover of languages, Tina spoke Spanish...
Isabel Trujillo
Sep 27, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Isabel E. Trujillo. Isabel lived her life her way to the fullest.
Isabel owned and operated the Don Carlos Lounge along side the love of her life George, till he left us in 2021, and she continued to run it till the end.
Isabel is preceded in death by her husband...
Roger Archuleta Jr.
Sep 24, 2024
Roger “PO” Archuleta,77, passed away Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at St. Vincent’s Hospital surrounded by loving family. Born in Cerro, New Mexico. He is preceded in death by his parents Rogerio and Felonize Archuleta.
Roger fought in the Vietnam war where he received numerous medals. He was the owner of the I Love Taos T-Shirt Shop Co. in the plaza. He...
Francisco "Savage" Thomas Martinez
Sep 22, 2024
Francisco “Savage” Thomas Martinez, 65, passed away on September 22, 2024. He is preceded in death by his grandparents’ Adolpho and Frances Martinez, and Tranquillino and Juanita Vigil; parents Adolpho Jr. and Virginia Martinez; brothers Michael, Joseph, and Mark “Med.” He is survived by his brothers Kenneth (Rosella), Philip and David; sisters Rose Marie and Mary Grace; his aunts Carrie...
Maria M. "Mercy" Trujillo
Sep 22, 2024
Maria M. “Mercy” Trujillo age 89, a resident of Taos, NM passed away September 22, 2024 surrounded by her loving family.
She was preceded in death by her parents Francisco and Eliza Quintana; stepfather Jose Maria Salazar; siblings Samuel Quintana (Emma), Eloy Quintana (Evelyn), and Angie Gonzales; mother & father-in-law Felipe & Maria “Lea” Trujillo; sister-in-law Flora Tafoya (Pete), brothers-in-law Rolando...
Arthur A. Valdez
Sep 20, 2024
Arthur A. Valdez age 72, a resident of Valdez, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2024.
He was preceded in death by his wife Emily Valdez; parents Alejandro & Maclovia Valdez; siblings Neoma Martinez (Palemon), Antonio Valdez; brothers-in-law Luis Lucero and Jose G. Martinez; nephews Paul Lucero and Roy Lucero.
Arthur is survived by his daughters Louraline Chavez (Steve) and Alexandria Valdez...
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