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

Sep 5, 2026

Sammy O. Varela was born to Frank Varela and Maria Varela on August 28th 1945. He was a lifelong resident of Pecos NM.

Sammy was preceded in death by his parents Frank and Maria, brothers Ralph, Rudy wife Jane and sister in law Connie. Sammy is survived by brother Frank and wife Vangie, Roy and wife Lucy, brother Albert, sister JoAnn...

Sep 5, 2026

In Loving Memory of Mary Clara Vasquez

Mary Clara Vasquez, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, peacefully entered eternal rest on September 5, 2026, in Taos, New Mexico, at the age of 83.

Born on May 20, 1943, Clara devoted her life to public service through her work with the New Mexico Department of Health in Taos. A devoted wife...

Sep 4, 2026

Judy (Yeltema) Hutson, age 90, of Los Alamos, NM, passed away the morning of Friday, September 4 after a brief hospitalization. Judy is survived by Richard Hutson, her husband of nearly 70 years, daughters Jan Holly (Charlie) and Lara Hutson (Michael Tillou), grandchildren Langdon and Bridger Holly and Adam and Cameron Tillou, and cousins Dick Usher (Mary) and Nancy Usher.

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Sep 2, 2026

Helen F. Ortiz, born July 20, 1938, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, passed away unexpectedly on September 2, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Helen lived a life shaped by faith, family, devotion, and a quiet strength that stayed with her through every season. Before marrying her beloved husband, Jose Medardo Ortiz, she was a nun, a chapter of her life that reflected the...

Sep 2, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of MaryAnn Griego, a devoted mother, grandmother, and sister who was called home to our Lord on September 2nd 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born in 1939 to Carmel and Juanita (Rivera) Romero in Nambé, New Mexico, MaryAnn maintained a lifelong connection to her hometown, where she resided throughout...

Sep 2, 2026

Kathy Diane Martinez, 54, passed away peacefully and surrounded by her loving family on September 2, 2026, in Espanola, New Mexico. She was born on September 13, 1971, in Tucumcari, New Mexico.

Kathy will be remembered as a very kind and caring woman whose gentle nature touched both her family and the many people she served throughout her life. She was...

Aug 31, 2026

Aug 31, 2026

Maria Theresa Pacheco passed away peacefully on August 31, 2026, joining her Heavenly Father. She was born on August 12, 1957, and will be remembered with love and tenderness by those whose lives were touched by her presence.

Maria built a life marked by dedication and care. She earned her high school diploma and went on to become the owner of...

Aug 30, 2026

A Pioneer of the Aquarian Age

Darshan Singh Khalsa was a Kundalini Yoga teacher and practitioner for over fifty years and delivered business innovation consulting and stress management services to meet the requirements of many organizations. He provided management leadership in a fast-paced corporate environment for more than twenty years as one of the first employees of MicroAge, a Fortune 500...

Aug 30, 2026

Lucy Chavez, born on February 19, 1927, in Pajarito, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2026, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, to be in the arms of her loving husband, Charlie, and to be with Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She lived a long life marked by devotion, warmth, and a deep and steady faith.

Lucy was an...

Aug 29, 2026

Ray Robert Candelaria was born September 14,1965 in Miami, Arizona and passed away unexpectedly on August 29, 2026 in Santa Fe, New Mexico. He was 60 years old, just shy of his 61st birthday.

 Robert was a graduate of Santa Fe High School. He was a mason by trade, learning from his brother Chris, who was a master mason. 

Robert's family and...

Aug 28, 2026

Raymond Salazar passed peacefully on August 28, 2026, with his family surrounding him. He was born on March 11, 1949 in San Ignacio, NM and will be remembered with deep love by all who knew him.

At the center of Raymond’s life was his family, whose love and presence remained a lasting source of strength and joy. He is survived by...

Aug 27, 2026

Orlinda Romero passed away peacefully on August 27, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Esequiel Romero; daughter, Aileen Romero; grandson, Victor Atencio; parents, Felisandro and Juanita Rodriguez; in-laws, Aduato and Cleofas Romero; sister, Carolina Rodriguez; brothers, Alferino Rodriguez and Daniel Rodriguez.

She is survived by her daughters, Dolores Atencio (Edwin), Rosemary Fernandez (George), and...

Aug 27, 2026

Mary (Tsingou) Menzel, age 97, passed away peacefully in her home on August 27, 2026, following a short illness.

Mary was born to Greek immigrant parents on October 14, 1928. She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin and a Master's degree in Applied Mathematics from the University of Michigan. In 1952, she accepted a position at Los Alamos...

Aug 26, 2026

TOM YOUNG, FITNESS INDUSTRY PIONEER

Tom Young, a pioneer of the modern health and fitness industry in the American West, passed away at age 92, his family announced. One of eleven children, Young grew up in Brooklyn, New York, served proudly in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War, and eventually made New Mexico his home and his heart for...

Aug 25, 2026

Mary Jane Winnegar Barba was born on June 22, 1955, at St. Joseph Hospital in Albuquerque, New Mexico, her father, Andrew Winnegar, 1924-2024 and her mother, Susan McMahan Winnegar 1928-2026. Mary Jane was a very kind, generous, and humorous person. She was quick to smile, quick to laugh, and quick to forgive. She loved her family and loved animals. She...

Aug 25, 2026

Annetta Celeste Grace Darmitzel passed from this world on Tuesday, August 25th to be with her Lord and Father at the age of 75 and 8 days after a 18 month battle with stomach cancer. Annetta will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, a passionate educator and loyal friend to many across Santa Fe and the US.

Annetta was...

Aug 24, 2026

Marc David Martin, born on May 8, 1959 in Montreal, Canada, passed unexpectedly on August 24, 2026, in Santa Fe, New Mexico. His passing brings sorrow to all who knew him. Marc lived a life marked by kindness, warmth, and a spirit that drew people in. Marc was known as a caring man with an ever-present smile and a positive...

Aug 23, 2026

Rita Gonzales, born April 4, 1940, in Los Angeles, California, passed away peacefully at her home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, on August 23, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She leaves behind a legacy rooted in tenderness, devotion, and the steady, generous love she gave so freely to those around her.

Rita was, above all, devoted to her family. She...

Aug 23, 2026

Mary (Maria de los Angeles) Tapia (April 13, 1944) passed away peacefully on August 23, 2026, surrounded by her children and sister.

Life and Career

Born in Las Vegas, New Mexico, Mary worked in many office related fields. She began her professional career working for the Bank of Las Vegas and eventually moving on to the State of New Mexico, Human Services...