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

Jan 11, 2025

Nicolas Caballero Mata, edad 81, de Valle de Zaragoza, Chihuahua. Falleció en paz en su casa en Española Nuevo México el día 11 de Enero de 2025. Nicolas fue sobrevivido por sus hijos Julio, Sandra, Daniel,y Selene Caballero, y sus nietos Cassandra, Julian, Yair, Yailyn, Marco, Diego, Emilio, Dante, y Luci. Nicolás era fanático de la política, el noticiero,y el...

Jan 10, 2025

Alvin Omar Converse passed away on January 10, 2025 at the age of 92. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Merry (Rhys) Converse. Al met Merry while both were in college. They personified a great marriage full of adventure.

Alvin was an exceptional educator and beloved uncle, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He was an avid hiker and...

Jan 6, 2025

"It is more blessed to give than to receive." Acts 20:35

Jan Helen Mahalik passed away January 6, 2025, at the age of 82. She was a native of McKeesport, Pennsylvania, and a resident of New Mexico for the past 15 years. Prior to moving to New Mexico, Jan taught for 35 years in the Illinois school system at the primary...

Jan 3, 2025

Jose Andres Vigil, 38, resident of El Valle De Arroyo Seco passed away peacefully January 3, 2025. Jose was born to Marcia Valdez and Tommy Vigil on July 23rd, 1986 in Española, New Mexico. 

Jose was preceded in death by his father Tommy Vigil, maternal grandparents David and Rosalie Valdez, paternal grandparents Martin and Teresa Vigil, and uncles Joey Vigil, and...

Jan 3, 2025

Horacio O. Herrera

August 4, 1933 – January 3, 2025

In the early morning of January 3rd, Horacio reached out his hands and touched the face of God and ended his journey here on Earth. He was born in Espanola, New Mexico to Herculano and Maclovia Herrera. He was predeceased by his parents, brothers; John, Ramon, Dennis and Maclovio. His sister, Adela...

Jan 2, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dennis Chad Denney, a beloved outdoorsman, adventurer, and friend to many. Chad, whose laughter, and spirit brightened every room, gained his skis in the sky on January 2, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, joy, and memories. 

Chad’s passion for the outdoors knew no bounds. Whether hitting the slopes,...

Jan 2, 2025

Our beloved Travis passed away on January 2, 2025. He was born in Ogden Utah. He graduated from University of Utah with a BS in mathematics and a PHD in theoretical physics 2008. He did what he loved and enjoyed a rich career in physics. He happily married in 2017 to Miriam Wingate. He had a beautiful son in 2018....

Dec 31, 2024

Sara Gallegos Garcia of Cuarteles passed away on December 31, 2024, at the age of 71. Sara was born on January 23rd, 1953, in Alcalde to Narciso and Alcarita Valdez.

Sara was a loving mother, wife, grandma, and great grandma. She is preceded in death by her mother, her father, her son Edward Gallegos, her son-in-law Benjamin Lopez, and her sister...

Dec 31, 2024

Evan Thomas Wilson, 32, of Santa Fe. NM passed on December 31, 2024. 

 He was born to Tom and Charlotte “Denise” Wilson, Evan Wilson is preceded in death by his father Tom Wilson, Grandparent Ernest and Rita Garcia. John And Sandy Wilson, Cousin Nick Sanchez and Nick Wilson.

 He found love in working hard, spending time with his son Eli, Niece Jayla...

Dec 31, 2024

 Ezequiela “Quequi” Sierra

 January 25, 1938 –  December 31, 2024

Ezequiela “Quequi” Sierra, 86, of White Rock, NM, formerly of Jacksonville, FL, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2024. Born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, she was preceded in death by her parents, Candida Rosa Rosario and Carlos Encarnacion, and her beloved husband of 52 years, Pedro A. Sierra. She was the...

Dec 31, 2024

Lucas Eloy Martinez born May 6, 2001, lifelong resident of Santa Fe, joined some of his favorite loved ones in Heaven on December 31, 2024. Known lovingly as “Luke”, he was a sports enthusiast and knew every sports team, players statistic, and was a fan of the Broncos, Yankees, Avalanches, and Bulls. He was an outdoorsman who loved fishing with...

Dec 31, 2024

Carol H. Estes completed her life journey after a lengthy illness on December 31, 2024, with her beloved husband, Guy P. Estes, and her comfort cat Charolotte at her side.

Carol, the second of four children, was born in Pittsburgh, PA to Edward John and Eleanor Marie Herron. Her sisters and brother included Kathleen, Diane and Thomas. Family was extremely important...

Dec 30, 2024

Linda Kathleen Lunsford (Lynch), 76 passed away peacefully on December 30 th, 2024. Taken too soon as she had so many things still planned with her family and friends. The world unexpectedly lost one of the most beautiful, kindest and loving souls to ever grace this world. 

Linda was born on June 16, 1948, in Washington D.C. to parents Walter and...

Dec 30, 2024

Dec 29, 2024

Henn (Hank) Oona

April 1939 – December 29, 2024

Hank Oona passed away on December 29 after a prolonged stay at Sombrillo and Aspen Ridge Lodge care facilities. Hank led a long and full life. He was born in Estonia within weeks of the short-lived secret accord between Hitler and Stalin, which gave Estonia (free since WWI) to the Soviet Union. During...

Dec 28, 2024

Ricardo “Rico” Rael, musician, guitar virtuoso, composer, dreamer, performer, artist of rare talent, age 37 of Valdez, NM transcended on December 28, 2024.

Rico, el Ministro de  Musica, is an unreplaceable member of La Hermandad de los Brown Berets. His title remains with him forever and has been retired upon his passing. He was a land grant protector and was fully...

Dec 28, 2024

Maria Crestina Apodaca (Sandoval) went home with Jesus, after a long illness, on December 28, 2024. She is preceded in death by her husband, Tony Apodaca, her parents, Manuel and Josephita Sandoval, her sisters Dolores Vigil and Virginia Serna, her nieces, TC and Jean, and her baby daughter Charrlotte. She is survived by her sister Mary Lou Lane, children/grandchildren, Ann...

Dec 27, 2024

Fabian Pedro Gilberto Montoya 7/21/43-12/27/2024

 Fabian, formerly known (Before the real ID thing) as Gilbert Montoya graduated from this life on 12/27/2024. We rejoice that he is safely in the arms of our Lord (Jesus) and no longer suffering. 

 Gilbert was born to Julio Montoya and Lucy Sandoval Montoya on July 21, 1943 in Santa Fe NM. One of 9 children.

 He graduated...

Dec 27, 2024

Jeffery "Jefe" A. Herrera, 61, of Red River, NM, passed away on December 27, 2024. Born and raised in Denver, CO, Jeff moved to Red River in 2001, where he quickly became a beloved part of the community, known for his larger-than-life personality. A devoted Denver Broncos fan, champion soccer player, and darts enthusiast, Jeff could strike up a lively...

Dec 26, 2024

Arthur (Art) U. Martinez, 84, beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away peacefully on December 26, 2024, in Medanales, NM. Art was born on September 14, 1940 to Pete and Delia Martinez in Questa, NM.

Art owned his own upholstery business called Espanola Upholstery for many years. He started his business in Espanola and eventually moved it to Medanales. Although upholstery...