Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico

Apr 30, 2025

Gilbert Felix Garcia, 83, a longtime resident of Española, born in Santa Fe, NM and raised in Coyote, went to be with the Lord on April 30, 2025, following a lengthy illness. Gilbert was best known for his successful business that he owned, operated and worked at for over 40 years, Gilbert's Auto Repair.

Gilbert was preceded in death by his...

Apr 26, 2025

Serena Prather, a luminous spirit who graced the world with her warmth and vibrancy, passed away on April 26, 2025, in the land of her birth, Reno, Nevada. She was born on June 10, 1980, in Reno, Nevada. She spent 44 years weaving a tapestry of love, kindness, and creativity that will resonate through the lives she touched.

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Apr 25, 2025

Colleen Elizabeth Olinger, born on December 6, 1940, in Pioche, Nevada, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2025.

She will be remembered fondly by her family, friends, and all who were fortunate enough to share in the light that she brought into the world. Her memory is a treasure that will remain cherished, inspiring those who knew her to carry forward...

Apr 21, 2025

Anthony “Tonio” Segura, age 60, passed away on April 21, 2025.

Tonio was born on December 17, 1964, in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Juanita and Liberato Segura. He was raised in the close-knit town of Cerrillos, NM, surrounded by family, friends, and the strong roots of community.

Though he proudly graduated from the school of hard knocks, Tonio lived with heart and...

Apr 21, 2025

Lawrence G. Quintana

Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Community Leader

Lawrence G. Quintana, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, U.S. Army veteran, mentor, and pillar of the Santa Fe community, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. He was 72.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Secundino and Susie Quintana; his daughters, Michelle and Jacqueline “Jackie” Quintana;...

Apr 20, 2025

Soña Antionette Romero, 32 years of age from Llano Quemado passed away on April 20, 2025. Soña was welcomed home on the resurrection day of our Lord.

Soña loved everyone. She would give the shirt off her back to whom ever needed it. She loved riding horses and being in the mountains. Soña was such a happy person. She loved her...

Apr 19, 2025

It is with both sorrow and deep gratitude that we share the passing of Barbara Furr, our beloved Grandma Barb, on the morning of April 29, 2025. She left with a heart full of love and reverence for the cherished moments that she shared with all she knew.

Barbara is lovingly survived by her two daughters, Wendy and Felicia Ponca; six...

Apr 19, 2025

Raymond Severn “Woody” Witkowski, of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away on April 19, 2025, at the age of 83, surrounded by his loved one’s. Woody was born on May 11, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois to Severn and Cecilia (nee Mroczkowski) Witkowski. Woody was a United States Navy Veteran, serving two tours in Vietnam. During his deployment's he was assigned to...

Apr 18, 2025

Pricilla Margret Durr (Mama D)

Margaret was born on February 8, 1946, to Phil and Didia Gonzales. Was Married to Edwin Ernest Durr for 47 long and wonderful years. She was born and raised in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Margret passed away April 18, 2025 tranquilly in her sleep at home. However, in Margret’s life she was a devoted aunt, wife,...

Apr 18, 2025

Maria Enedina (Edna) Schutz Age: 92 Resident: White Rock, NM. She went to be with our Lord on April 18, 2025 at her home, surrounded by her children Bill, Leroy, Karen and Maria.

Edna was born on August 6, 1932, in La Jara, CO, to Pedro and Isabel Padilla. She married William Joshua Schutz, Sr. on August 16, 1956, in Los...

Apr 17, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Michelle Janice Armijo Wright, who left this world on April 17, 2025, after struggling with a long-term illness. She passed peacefully in Albuquerque, New Mexico, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on October 24, 1983, Michelle brought light, laughter, and love into the lives of everyone she met. She was a devoted mother,...

Apr 17, 2025

Our beloved Isaac Michael Madrid from La Mesilla, born on October 11, 2005, went home to be with the Lord early in the morning on April 17, 2025, as the result of a car accident.

Isaac was preceded in death by his father, Michael Montoya, paternal grandparents, Isauro Sr. and Mary Madrid, Uncle Harry Madrid, Aunt Molly Martinez, Cousin David Madrid,...

Apr 16, 2025

Jose Raul Ocampo-Baldizon departed to his eternal home with our Lord Jesus on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. He was born on April 11, 1936, in Rivas, Nicaragua. Overcoming great odds, he earned a degree in agronomy and worked in banking. He moved his family to the United States in 1978 seeking safety and a better life. Raul, as he was...

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Ysabel Marie Rey Velarde

Ysabel Marie Rey Velarde, 27, left this world to be with our Lord and Savior on April 11, 2025. Born in Santa Fe, New Mexico, on July 1, 1997, Ysabel was the beloved daughter of Diego and Yvette (Rey) Velarde, and cherished sister to Victoria and Diego Estevan.

As a child, Ysabel was bright, spirited, and curious. From...

Apr 12, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Earl Valerio, who left us peacefully surrounded by family on April 12, 2025.

Earl is preceded in death by his parents Cruz and Rosabel Valerio, brother Alex Valerio, nephew Fernando Coca, niece Gina Trujillo, father-in-law Roberto Ortiz; brothers-in-law Clarence Valerio, Andrew Ortiz, and Herman Manzanares and sister-in-law Diane...

Apr 11, 2025

Richard Bruce Holcomb passed peacefully into eternal life on Friday, April 11, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Richard was born to Gayle and Miriam (Ridgeway) Holcomb on December 28, 1937, in Little Rock, Arkansas. He grew up in Oklahoma City, and he was in the first graduating class of Northwest Classen High School in 1956. He received his bachelor’s degree in...

Apr 11, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we announce the unexpected passing of Elaine Trujillo, who departed this life on April 11, 2025, the day she turned 78. Elaine tragically lost her life as the result of a senseless vehicular incident. She was taken from us far too soon, and her absence leaves a deep void in the...

Apr 11, 2025

George Martinez, age 71, passed away April 11, 2025. George was born June 2, 1953, in Santa Fe, New Mexico to the late Sixto and Catalina Sandoval Martinez. George worked as an estate caretaker, specializing in house painting and home beautifying. He attended New Mexico Highlands University. He was a member of the College Church of Christ. George was not...

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Reverend Philip Strom

(Rev. Phil)

1949 - 2025

Rev. Phil passed away at St. Vincent Hospital on April 9th with his wife at his side. He is preceded in death by his parents, Abe and Lydia Strom, and his sister Annette Strom. He is survived by his wife and extended family. Rev. Phil was born in the Bronx, NY but he considered Santa...