Francisco Maestas
Aug 13, 2024
Francisco Maestas, 92, of Talpa passed away peacefully on August 13, 2024, surrounded by family.
He was preceded in death by his parents Pascual and Eleonor Maestas; wife Rosabel; and brothers Guillermo and Eleuto (Ida) Maestas.
Francisco was born in Talpa on November 6, 1931. He was a proud Army veteran, reaching the rank of Private First Class and served as a...
Gloria Arlean Romero
Aug 13, 2024
Gloria Arlean Romero, 79, from Kingman, AZ, formerly of Taos, passed away at home on August 5, 2024 with her loving daughters by her side.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Hacel and Edna Mae Holmes; sister and brother-in-law, Wilma and Doc Driskell; and her son-in-law, Doug Bryant.
Arlean had an amazing work ethic, which made her thrive at any...
Alma Cortez Grant
Aug 12, 2024
Alma Cortez Grant age 24, a resident of Taos, passed away August 12, 2024.
She was preceded in death by her mother Jessica Padilla; grandpa Michael Camacho and grandpa Michael Romero; uncle Michael Camacho.
Alma enjoyed going fishing, camping, spending time with family and friends. She liked to stitch, and she was a hard worker.
She is survived by her dad Jake R....
Fidel Molina Romero
Aug 9, 2024
Fidel Molina Romero, 88, a resident of Penasco NM, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2024. He is preceded in death by his parents, Epimenio and Odelia Romero and siblings, Rose, Eddie, Adelino, and Eppie.
He was employed by the Albuquerque Public Schools for 20 years. After his retirement, him and his wife ran a game booth at fiestas, which they...
Ana "Mayo" Archuleta
Aug 8, 2024
It is with great sadness but rejoicing in our Lord Jesus Christ that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, sister, and friend Ana “Mayo” Archuleta.
Mayo, to whom she was known by everyone, was born on May 12, 1930 to Amado and Beatriz Quintana in Cerro, NM and departed from this world on July 29, 2024.
She is...
Barbara T. Sisneros
Aug 7, 2024
It is with heavy hearts, we announce that Barbara Theresa Sisneros age 55, a resident of Grants and formerly from Taos, passed away August 7, 2024.
She was preceded in death by her grandfather George Anglada and grandparents Joe and Maria Sisneros; and uncles Tomas and Michael Anglada and Steve Sisneros, aunt Beatrice Rodriguez.
Barbara is survived by her spouse Paul Murrietta;...
Stephen William "Rico" Vigil
Aug 6, 2024
Stephen William Vigil “Rico” 73 years old passed away on August 6th 2024, in Colorado Springs, CO. Rico was born on August 27th 1950 in Questa, NM to Frank (Pancho) Vigil and Presides Vigil. Rico was a father, a brother, uncle and a great friend. Rico always had a big smile to all who knew him or came across him....
Michelle Rascon
Aug 2, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved daughter, granddaughter, sister, and friend, Michelle Rascón. Michelle went home to be with the Lord on Friday, August 2nd, 2024.
She was a loving, compassionate, thoughtful, and big-hearted person who touched the lives of many with her kindness, and warmth. Her unwavering faith, strength and dignity was inspiring...
Barlo Santistevan
Aug 2, 2024
Barlo Santistevan age 68, a resident of Cerro passed away unexpectedly on August 2, 2024. He is preceded in death by his parents Benerito and Mary Santistevan, brothers Ted and Tony Santistevan and nephew Steve ‘Boomer’ Santistevan. He is survived by his partner of 24 years Carolyn Gallegos; son Bryan Lovato; sister Charlene Duran (Anthony); brothers Steve and Ronald Santistevan...
Rose C. Baxter
Jul 27, 2024
Rose C. Baxter age 69, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away July 27, 2024 surrounded by her family.
She was preceded in death by her parents Obed & Aurelia Brito; brothers Orlando, Steve and Chris Brito; and other family and friends.
Rose was a Registered Nurse for 35 years at Holy Cross Hospital. She enjoyed reading, crocheting and baking. Rose...
Jessica Maestas
Jul 25, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jessica Maestas, who departed from this world on July 25, 2024. Born on April 11, 1972, Jessica was a beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend. Jessica Maestas was a beacon of love and devotion in the lives of her two children, Ashley and Jerome Anthony.
Her unwavering dedication to her...
Ashlynn "Lexi" Dominguez
Jul 23, 2024
Ashlynn “Lexi” Dominguez 25, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly July 23, 2024.
She was preceded in death by cousins Francisca Chavez, Antonia Mares and Thomas Ortega.
Lexi is survived by her boyfriend Mike Trujillo; children Aiden Dominguez Trujillo and Mikey Trujillo; father Michael Dominguez (Nikki) and mother Antonia Parraz; siblings Jessica Sandoval (Jacob), Mikey Dominguez, Jr. (Mariah), Ryan Dominguez (Ana),...
Adelmo Valdez
Jul 23, 2024
Adelmo R. Valdez, 79, a resident of El Salto, passed away peacefully surrounded by family members on July 23, 2024 after a long illness at the VA Hospital.
He was preceded in death by his son Richard (Ricky) Valdez; father Francisco Valdez, mother, Adelina Apodaca Valdez; siblings Joe Valdez (Gertrude), Tony Valdez; nephews Steve Valdez, Carlos Valdez; niece Theresa Valdez Rossard;...
Tommy "Tom" J. Welch Sr.
Jul 23, 2024
Tommy “Tom” J. Welch, Sr. age 67, resident of Peñasco, NM passed away July 23, 2024 surrounded by his family, after a long illness.
He was preceded in death by his son Matthew Welch; father Donald Welch, mother Billie Joe Welch; siblings Kenneth (Helen), Alfred, Dean, Randy Heller, Donna Lou, and Ginger Mitchell; nephew Justin Lee Wheeler; grandmothers Etta Pearce, Ruth...
Marie Mirabal
Jul 22, 2024
The family of Marie Elena Mirabal of Albuquerque are saddened to announce her passing on July 13, 2024, at the age of 84 years.
She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 35 years, Randy; children: Terry Gallegos (Ron), Carmela Aguilar, David Aguilar (Corrine), Dolores Sanchez, and step-daughter Cyndi Lopez (Jesse); grandchildren: Amanda Trujillo, Paulette Gallegos, Audra Gallegos-Astorga (Adrian), Rachael...
John F. Lovato
Jul 19, 2024
John Franklin Lovato, 72 of Chamisal, NM went to be with our dear Lord the morning of July 19, 2024 after a courageous battle with heart disease. Beloved husband, father, grandpo “P”, and great-grandpo “P”, who will be missed dearly.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Diego and Matilde Lovato; father and mother-in-law, Juan E. and Lupita Gonzales; siblings,...
Loreta M. Trujillo
Jul 14, 2024
Loretta (Lorie) Trujillo age 63, resident of Ranchos and previously Pueblo, CO, passed away July 14, 2024.
She was preceded in death by her daughter Danika Lori Silva; father Max Trujillo; sister Maryanne Jeantete, brother Paul Trujillo; niece Sebreena Rebetrano, nephew Randy Medina; brother-in-law Anthony Jeantete; and cherished grandparents, aunts and uncles.
Lorie was employed by Cid’s and Cottam’s Ski Shops for...
David L. Tafoya
Jul 8, 2024
Our dad and grandfather, David L Tafoya entered eternal life on Monday, July 8, 2024. He is preceded in death by his parents, Gregorio and Cleotilde Tafoya, his beloved wife, Merly Rodarte Tafoya, his seven siblings, three sisters, Maria, Juanita, Margarita and his four brothers, Pablo, Jose Inez, Cornelio and Jose Orlando Tafoya, 2 sons, Daniel and Michael Tafoya, granddaughters,...
Joanna Kay Mankenberg
Jul 8, 2024
Joanna Kay Mankenberg age 71, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, NM passed away July 8, 2024.
She was preceded in death by her father Donald William Heldorn and mother Mary Alice Tanksley.
Joanna is survived by her sons Paul Thomas Krueger and Forest Sky Mankenberg; siblings Mark W. Heldorn and Beverly Ruth Heldorn; Paul’s father Thomas Ernest Krueger; and Forest’s father...
Abel Vallecillo
Jul 8, 2024
Abel Vallecillo, 52, a resident of Taos passed away on July 1, 2024. A full obituary is pending and will be posted as soon as it becomes available. Funeral mass will be held on Saturday July 13, 2024 at 10am at San Francisco De Assis Catholic Church in Ranchos De Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019
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