Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico
Barbara Ann Martinez
May 31, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Barbara Ann Martinez, a radiant soul whose vibrant spirit touched the hearts of all who knew her. Born on April 19, 1958, in Cheyenne, Wyoming, Barbara graced this world with her joyful presence for 48 years before peacefully passing away at her home on May 31, 2006.
Barbara’s life was...
Salvador Chavez
May 27, 2026
Salvador Chavez, known affectionately as "Macho Man Sal," passed away unexpectedly on May 27, 2026, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, surrounded by his loving family. Born on July 5, 1943, in Leyba, NM, Salvador’s life was a vibrant tapestry woven with unwavering dedication, boundless talent, and deep-rooted love for those closest to his heart.
A man of many trades and manifold...
Gary Michael Higgins
May 26, 2026
Gary Michael Higgins, 66, died very unexpectedly on May 26, 2026 at UNM Medical Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Originally of Kennett, Missouri, Gary spent most of his life proving that where you start and where you belong are often two very different places. Born in Northern California, Gary’s family eventually moved back to Arkansas and later to Kennett, Missouri,...
Jonathan Blake Concha
May 25, 2026
Jonathan Blake Concha, 60, of Taos and Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Jonathan was born on February 24, 1966, to Dennis and Winnie Mae Concha in Taos, New Mexico, where he was raised. He attended Taos Municipal Schools and graduated from Taos High School in 1984. Following graduation, Jonathan...
Lee Charles Elder
May 23, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Lee Charles Elder, who departed peacefully on May 23, 2026, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, following a brief illness. Born on November 27, 1935, in Selma, California, Lee lived a life rich in experience, warmth, and an enduring spirit of connection.
Lee was a man whose presence was marked by...
Kathleen "Kathy" Dillon
May 20, 2026
Kathleen “Kathy” Dillon, born Kathleen Henderson, passed away on May 20, 2026. She was born on October 30, 1938, in San Angelo, Texas, to Thelma Lee Grubbs and Travis Henderson.
Kathy lived a rich and creative life, shaped by art, independence, and a deep appreciation for the beauty of the Southwest. A gifted painter, she found joy and meaning in expressing...
Kris Lopez
2026
Kris Lopez, age 49 passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. He was born on July 14, 1976.
Kris is proceeded in death by his wife Denise Viscarra- Lopez, his beloved grandfather Antonio Lopez and Grandmother Priscilla Lopez. His maternal grandparents Paul Urban and Rose Urban and Uncle Walter Lopez.
He is survived by his mother Christine Urban, Stepdaughters Lexus and Maria...
H. Benton Bond
May 20, 2026
H. Benton Bond, beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend passed away peacefully at home on May 20, 2026. Benton will be remembered for his strong faith, love for his family, kind and generous spirit, keen wisdom, wonderful sense of humor, and incredible story telling.
H. Benton Bond was born to the late Dow G. and Pearl Burch Bond on September 15,...
Lillian Libby Baumbach
May 20, 2026
Lillian Baumbach was born on July 19, 1920 in Chicago to Jewish immigrants Luis Lieberman from Lithuania and Goldie Konblett from the Soviet Union, and died peacefully on May 20, 2026 at home in Santa Fe New Mexico surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her two children, daughter Joan Baumbach and husband George Marsden, and son James...
Diana P Duran
May 20, 2026
Diana P. Duran, a beloved daughter of Taos and a cherished pillar of her community, passed away peacefully at home on May 20, 2026, just days before her 68th birthday. Born on May 27, 1958, in Taos, Diana’s life was deeply woven into the fabric of Northern New Mexico, where her laughter and love echoed through the hills and valleys...
Steve M Taratula
May 19, 2026
Services for Steve are Pending at this time. The family would like to thank everyone that has shown love and support at this trying time.
Samuel G. Roybal Jr.
May 18, 2026
Samuel G. Roybal Jr., a true family man and pillar of strength, passed away on May 18, 2026, in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Born on Christmas Day in 1944 in El Rancho, NM, Sam lived a life rich with love, dedication, humor, and craftsmanship, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished by all who knew him.
Sam was a man...
Barbara Vanetia Mason
May 18, 2026
Barbara Vanetia (Eukel) Mason, a resident of Santa Fe for over 75 years, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2026 at the age of 97. Born on March 5, 1929, in Red Lake Falls, Minnesota, she was the daughter of William and Wilna (Bullis) Eukel. Barbara spent her early childhood living on a farm until the age of eleven, at...
Toby Anderson
May 17, 2026
Toby Malcolm Anderson, 74, beloved husband, father, grandfather, builder, and friend, passed away on May 17, 2026, surrounded by family.
Born on January 12, 1952, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Toby was the son of George and Margaret (Ayres) Anderson. When he was nine years old, the family moved from Cimarron to Santa Fe, where Toby would spend the rest of his...
Samuel David Botsios
May 17, 2026
Passed away peacefully Sunday May 17, 2026 in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Samuel is survived by his father Ted A. Botsios, his mother Laurene Rucinski, Grandma Pat Botsios, uncles, aunts an cousins.
He will be greatly missed by all that knew him. Private burial services have take place.
Ronald Reynolds
May 16, 2026
Ronald Reynolds passed away on May 16, 2026. A full obituary is pending.
Betty Jaramillo
May 13, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Betty Jaramillo, a long time resident of Chimayo. She died Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at the Santa Fe Care Center. Betty, beloved wife and mother, peacefully left us at the age of 86. Born June 12,1939. Betty dedicated her life to her family. She worked cleaning houses, always ensuring...
Marilyn Kay Meyer
May 13, 2026
Obituary for Marilyn Meyer
Marilyn Kay Meyer passed very quickly but peacefully on May 13th, just 45 days after her husband of 76 years, James Meyer, passed. She was always a procrastinator, but apparently not in death.
Marilyn was born on June 29th, 1931, to Kenneth and Kay Leach in Quincy, Illinois. She attended Quincy High School. A little-known fact is that...
