Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico
Leonila Duran Serna
Sep 1, 2025
Leonila Durán Serna, 85 died peacefully in her sleep on September 1, 2025. Leonila was born in El Salto, Arroyo Seco, New Mexico in 1940 to Román and Maria Eufemia Durán. She was the youngest of five children and did not speak English when she entered Arroyo Seco Elementary. She attended St. Joseph’s Catholic School and then transferred to Taos...
Edward S Lujan
Aug 31, 2025
Edward S. Lujan, affectionately known as Ed, passed away peacefully at his home on August 31, 2025, leaving behind a legacy defined by his commitment to service and a passion for music. Born on April 12, 1948, in El Rancho, New Mexico, Ed's life was marked by resilience and dedication.
Ed served his country honorably in the United States Army, demonstrating...
Gloria Herrera
Aug 30, 2025
Gloria Herrera- A beautiful sun arose on November 10, 1934 with an even more beautiful sunset occurring on August 30, 2025. Our beloved mother has been reunited with her parents, Lupe and Abrahan, her husband Joe, her son's Steve and Anthony, all her siblings, and her three grandsons, John Najar, Little Ronnie and Ricky T.
She is survived by her children...
Leroy Donald Garcia
Aug 28, 2025
Leroy Garcia, age 77, a resident of Tierra Amarilla, NM passed away unexpectedly on August 28, 2025.
Born on July 1, 1948, in Tierra Amarilla, NM, to Mabel and Raymundo Garcia, Leroy spent his life deeply rooted in Northern New Mexico. The mountains in Las Nutrias became his sanctuary—a place where he felt most at home. He spent countless hours outdoors...
Jessica Lynn Ellvinger
Aug 28, 2025
Jessica Lynn Ellvinger, born on October 23, 1976, departed this world surrounded by the loving embrace of her family on August 28, 2025, in Santa Fe. A vibrant spirit, Jessica was a beacon of joy and laughter, known for her wit, gentle demeanor, and an uncanny ability to make everyone around her smile.
Throughout her life, Jessica made a lasting impact...
Eloisa A. Ortiz
Aug 28, 2025
Eloisa A. Ortiz, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, was born on February 21, 1942 and passed peacefully on August 28, 2025 with her family by her side.
Eloisa was born in Chamisal, NM to Sofiria (Arguello) and Jose Leopoldo Garcia. She was one of twelve children. Her deceased siblings: Bob, Dulcinia, Pres, Elfido, Celia, Edith, Alfonso, Jose I., and...
Ralph Prather
Aug 27, 2025
Ralph E. Prather passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his endearing wife of 58 years, his loving son, his cat, and close friends on August 27, 2025. Ralph was a decorated combat veteran who later served the state of New Mexico for over 30 years in economic development. He enjoyed fountain pens as a unique hobby and received international...
Patrick McClellan
Aug 27, 2025
Pat, as many that knew him, passed peacefully on August 27, 2025.
Pat was born on March 17, 1940, in Alamosa, Colorado to Orson McClellan and Olive Scott McClellan.
Pat was the youngest of the family with two older sisters and one older brother.
Pat spent his youth in Alamosa, working with his dad at the gas station selling candy, pumping gas, and...
Gretchen Anna Brockfeld
Aug 27, 2025
Gretchen Anna Brockfeld of Angel Fire, New Mexico passed away on Wednesday, August 27, surrounded by loved ones, family and friends and her beloved dog, Lucy. She was preceded in death by her parents, David Brockfeld and Sally Brockfeld nee Boeger, both of Warrenton, Missouri. She is survived by her brother Paul (Teresa) Brockfeld, her brother Karl (Helen) Brockfeld, brother...
Celestino Jose Chavez
Aug 27, 2025
Celestino Jose Chavez, affectionately known as Tino, was born on November 4, 1947, in Santa Fe, New Mexico. He passed away peacefully in his hometown on August 27, 2025, leaving behind a legacy rich in love, service, and camaraderie.
Tino dedicated a significant part of his life to his country, serving in the United States Army during the Vietnam War from...
Fidel "The Rooster" Armijo
Aug 26, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Fidel Armijo, known affectionately as "The Rooster," who departed this world peacefully and painlessly on August 26, 2025, in Santa Fe. Born on July 23, 1937, in Glorieta, Fidel lived a life rich in love and humanity, leaving behind cherished memories and a legacy of warmth that touched all...
Katherine McDonald
Aug 26, 2025
Katherine McDonald, a cherished matriarch and devoted nurturer of both plants and people, passed away on August 26, 2025, in Espanola, New Mexico. Born on February 14, 1954, in the lush embrace of Oregon, Katherine blossomed into a remarkable woman whose love for the earth and its bounty manifested in a life resplendent with purpose and kindness.
An avid gardener, landscaper,...
Connie Varela
2025
Connie Varela, a vibrant spirit and beloved matriarch, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2025, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, surrounded by her loving family. Born on September 20, 1938, in the small town of Rowe, New Mexico, Connie embraced life with a vivacity that left an indelible mark on all who knew her.
As an amazing mother, Connie dedicated herself...
Kenneth Jeffrey Jacquez
Aug 23, 2025
Kenneth “Ken” Jacquez, 47, passed away in the late morning of August 23, 2025. Ken was born on October 3, 1977, in La Jara, Colorado, to parents Jeffrey Jacquez and Maria (Quintana) Jacquez.
Ken graduated from Centennial High School in San Luis, Colorado, in 1996. Ken lived most of his life in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where he dedicated 25 years of...
Charles "Chuck" Bernard Klein
Aug 23, 2025
Chuck as he was known by many who knew him passed peacefully from this life on August 23, 2025. Chuck was born December 21, 1941, in Oak Park Illinois to Bernard Nicholas Klein and Henrietta Frances (Darrah) Klein. He spent his youth in the Oak Park, after graduation he set out to explore the US traveling in his ragtop convertible...
Arthur R Garcia
2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of my father on Saturday August 23, 2025, at the age of 80. He was born to his parents Ben Garcia and Delfina V. Garcia of Santa Fe, NM.
Art is survived by his loving daughter Victoria (Tory) Garcia. Sisters, Josephine Taylor (Johnny), June Roybal (Gus), Evangeline Bransford (Anthony), brother Fred...
Jay Rusty Crutcher
Aug 22, 2025
Jay Rusty Crutcher, born June 13, 1951, passed away on August 22,2025 after a courageous battle with metastatic prostate cancer. He was the grateful son of Hallie Fern and LeRoy Crutcher, and grandson of Lottie and Jay Hunt. He is survived by his loving partner Ellen Marshall, his sister Sharon Petty, his brother-in-law David Petty and his sweet Beagle, Darwin.
He...
Duane Martinez
2025
Duane "Fuzzy Bear" Martinez, a beloved figure known for his warmth and humor, passed peacefully in his sleep on August 22, 2025, in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Born on July 15, 1970, in Leadville, Colorado, Duane's vibrant personality and willingness to extend a helping hand to anyone in need left an indelible mark on all who knew him.
Duane was a...
Evelyn Dawn Ward
Aug 21, 2025
On August 21, Evelyn Ward passed peacefully in her sleep. As she was at the very end of her 80s, we knew her time was coming, but we still experience grief at her passing. A person with as much presence as Evelyn leaves a profound space behind.
If one were to call Evelyn Ward a renaissance woman, one would have been...
Lionel C. Serna
Aug 21, 2025
Lionel Serna, a cherished soul and devoted partner, left this world on August 21, 2025. Born on December 29, 1934, in Rincon, New Mexico, Lionel brought joy to those around him through his remarkable talents and warm spirit. Throughout his life, he embraced every opportunity to share his love for music, effortlessly playing the guitar and piano, singing and dancing...
