Obituaries

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

William Craig Van Note

William Craig Van Note

Mar 22, 2026

Services are pending. 

Armando A. Armijo

Armando A. Armijo

Mar 22, 2026

Armando A. Armijo, age 76, of Española, New Mexico, passed away peacefully. He was born in Santa Fe, New Mexico, and spent his life rooted in the traditions, family, and culture of Northern New Mexico.Armando proudly served his country in the United States Army and later dedicated many years of service to the State of New Mexico, from which he...

Amber Lynn Maestas

Amber Lynn Maestas

Mar 22, 2026

Amber Lynn Maestas, a remarkable woman whose radiant spirit touched the lives of all who knew her, passed away on March 22, 2026. Born in 1994, in Taos, New Mexico, Amber embodied a rare blend of joy, generosity, and heartfelt warmth throughout her life’s journey.

Amber’s early years were filled with vibrant memories that shaped the person she became. From performing...

JoAnn G. Lucero (Archuleta)

JoAnn G. Lucero (Archuleta)

Mar 21, 2026

JoAnn G. Lucero, beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend, passed away peacefully after an 18- month battle with cancer on March 21, 2026. She was born on November 15, 1946, in Taos, New Mexico, to Jose Manuel Archuleta and Marina Torres Archuleta. She entered the world just 15 minutes after her twin brother, Joe.

At the age of two,...

Lynn Anne Dodge

Lynn Anne Dodge

Mar 20, 2026

Lynn Anne Galvin Smith Dodge, 78, was born in Los Alamos.  She is survived by daughter Deborah Dodge; sister Gail Takeshita; nephew Ryan Takeshita (Amy Bertken) of Boulder, CO; sister-in-law Judy Dodge, niece Erica Breneman (Mila, Jeroen) of Berkeley CA, nephew Carleton Breneman of Arizona; and niece Pat Colbourne of Canada.

She is predeceased by husbands 1st Lt. Jol N. Smith...

Jose Abel Garcia

Jose Abel Garcia

Mar 20, 2026

Jose Abel Garcia is preceded in death by his daughter Olympia Garcia (Lucio Duran) and his infant daughter Francis Garcia, and his parents, Luciano and Lugarda Garcia.

Jose has been known to generations by many names such as “Bo,” “Grandpa,” and “Tata”; however, most knew him as “Abe,” a cherished centenarian, patriarch, and cornerstone of the Arroyo Seco community. He passed...

Nathanael Aiden Chavez

Nathanael Aiden Chavez

Mar 19, 2026

With deep love and sorrow, we share the passing of our precious baby boy, Nathanael Aiden Chavez, who entered this world and was called to Heaven shortly after. Though his time here was only an hour, he was surrounded by endless love and will forever remain in our hearts.

Nathanael is the beloved son of Kenneth and Nicole Chavez and a...

Jose Bernardo Rodriguez

Jose Bernardo Rodriguez

Mar 19, 2026

Jose Bernardo Rodriguez Obituary

Jose Bernardo Rodriguez, affectionately known as Bernie, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 93 on March 19, 2026, at his cherished home on Cerro Gordo in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Born on November 21, 1932, in Santa Fe, Bernie’s life was a testament to dedication, faith, and the profound love he held for his family and...

Eliazar Arreola

Eliazar Arreola

Mar 18, 2026

Eliazar Arreola, a cherished member of the Taos community and a loving husband, brother, and friend, passed away on March 18, 2026. Born in 1957, in Chihuahua, Mexico, Eliazar made Taos his home for over 40 years after moving there in 1980. His life was a vivid testament to generosity, kindness, and a genuine love for those around him.

Eliazar was...

Nancy Glaxon Harris

Nancy Glaxon Harris

Mar 18, 2026

Nancy Glaxon Harris passed away peacefully on March 18, 2026, surrounded by her family. The family requests privacy as they grieve.

Dolores Grobe

Dolores Grobe

Mar 15, 2026

Dolores (Granny) Grobe August 18th, 1947,

With profound sadness and deep love, we announce the passing of our loving Mother Dolores Grobe on March 15th, 2026. She is preceded in death by her Parents, Father: Crecensio Escudero, Mother: Flora Escudero

Sisters: Elizabeth Rael, Anita Escudero & Sandy Escudero and Greg Chavez

She was called home alongside her loving and caring daughter Monica C....

Bruce Lionel Ross

Bruce Lionel Ross

Mar 15, 2026

Bruce Lionel Ross died on March 15th in his beloved Taos with his two children by his side. He was born on October 27, 1947, in Evanston, Illinois, to pharmacists Louis J. Ross and Shirlee M. (Thikoll) Ross. He grew up with his sister, Bonnie Schoenberg, six years his elder, and their childhood was profoundly shaped by the loss of...

Sandra Lee Gallegos Payne

Sandra Lee Gallegos Payne

Mar 14, 2026

“Keep your face to the sunshine and you cannot see the shadow.” – Helen Keller.

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Sandra Lee Gallegos Payne. Sandra was born on May 17, 1955, in Santa Fe, NM, a daughter to the late David and Helen Gallegos, and went home to be with the Lord on March 14,...

Orlando H. Chacon

Orlando H. Chacon

Mar 14, 2026

 Orlando Henry Chacon, a devoted family man, skilled craftsman, and ardent outdoorsman, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2026, in Espanola, New Mexico. Born on December 6, 1956, in Fairview, New Mexico, Orlando lived a life marked by dedication, hard work, and a generous spirit that endeared him to his family and community.

A graduate of Espanola High School, Orlando's thirst...

Mark Peter Rodriguez

Mark Peter Rodriguez

Mar 13, 2026

Mark Peter Rodriguez Obituary

Mark Rodriguez, 56, was lovingly called home to Jesus from St Joseph’s Hospital & Medical Center in Phoenix, AZ after a 4 month fight to overcome a medical anomaly related to his cervical spine. Preceding him in death were his parents, Imelda & Robert Rodriguez and his brother, Ronald Rodriguez. He is survived by his wife Sandra...

Donald Robert MacFarlane

Donald Robert MacFarlane

Mar 13, 2026

Donald Robert MacFarlane

July 10, 1930-March 13, 2026

Don passed away peacefully in his home at The Montecito, Santa Fe, NM on March 13, 2026. He is survived by his daughter Ginger, son Eric and his wife Sharon, sister Athene Main and nephews Dale and Louis Main. He is also survived by 3 grand dogs and 2 grand turtles.

Donald R. MacFarlane was...

James "Jay" Rose

James "Jay" Rose

Mar 13, 2026

James "Jay" Rose

Passed away on March 13th at the age of 85. Jay was born April 11, 1940 in Monterey Park, CA. He attended Fallbrook High School, San Marcos Junior College, and UC Davis Veterinary School where he met his wife, Ethel, who was also attending Veterinary School there. They established, owned and operated the San Luis Rey Equine Clinic...

Dolores M. Montoya

Dolores M. Montoya

Mar 12, 2026

Dolores M Montoya, 86 of El Prado, passed away on March 12, 2026.

Our dear beloved Dolores has gone to be with the Lord and the love of her life, Ernesto.

She is preceded in death by her high school sweetheart and love of her life Ernesto M Montoya of El Prado; her two sons Julian E Montoya & Julian A Montoya;...

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