Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico
Annetta Grace Darmitzel
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...
Mary Tapia
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...
Patricia Patsy Gonzales Morrow
Aug 22, 2026
Patricia “Patsy” Gonzales Morrow, born February 14, 1953, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2026, after courageously battling a lengthy illness for three years. Surrounded by her beloved family, she remained strong-willed and determined until her final breath.
Patsy’s life will be remembered lovingly by all who shared in it. To be surrounded by family in...
Larry Cisneros Jr.
Aug 22, 2026
CW4 Larry Cisneros, Jr. passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on Saturday, August 22, 2026 after a long, happy, fulfilled life. He was born in Ranchos de Taos, NM on June 15, 1929 and raised and schooled in Questa, New Mexico, son of Laureano (JL) and Sovieda (Sobie) Cisneros.
After school Larry enlisted in the New Mexico National Guard out of...
Loretta Gonzales
Aug 19, 2026
It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of our sister Loretta Gonzales. She was our mom’s youngest child out of Fifteen children. She was born September 8, 1966 and passed away suddenly on August 19, 2026.
Loretta picked up a brush and just started creating paintings of all kinds. She was also was great with teaching children. Children...
Diane Arenberg
Aug 18, 2026
Diane Louise Arenberg passed away on August 18, 2026, surrounded by her family.
Diane was preceded in death by her parents, William Kramer Jr. and Joanne Kramer, and her parents-in-law, Jean and Julius Theodore Arenberg, Jr. “Ted”. She is survived by her husband, Thomas Arenberg, with whom she shared 57 years; her daughters, Elizabeth Arenberg (Nick Metcalf), Molly Dunn (Katie), and...
Joe P. Baca
Aug 18, 2026
Jose Guillermo Pablo Baca, affectionately known as “Joe,” passed away peacefully at his home in Chimayo, New Mexico, on August 18, 2026. Born on June 30, 1944, in Chimayo, Joe’s life was deeply rooted in the community and traditions of Northern New Mexico.
Joe was a man who expressed his passion through his work and family. A talented mechanic, Joe dedicated...
Daniel Levario Solis
Aug 18, 2026
In Loving Memory of Daniel Levario Solis
Daniel Levario Solis, 82, of Sonora, Arizona, passed away on August 18, 2026.
Daniel spent many meaningful years in Santa Fe and Española, New Mexico, where he built a life rooted in family, community, faith, and service. He dedicated much of his career to helping others as a Programs Coordinator at the Penitentiary of New...
Billy Joe Terry
Aug 16, 2026
Billy Joe Terry, born in 1948, in Alabama, passed away on August 16, 2026, in Albuquerque, NM. His life was marked by compassion for others, an irrepressible curiosity, and a steadfast dedication to making the world a kinder, more understanding place.
Billy devoted much of his career to helping others as a Special Education teacher in New Orleans, Louisiana, where he...
Catherine (Kate) Cordova Garduno
Aug 14, 2026
Surrounded by her loving children in the home she loved, Catherine (Kate) Garduno passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 14, 2026. Born on December 6, 1929 in Colorado, she was a lifelong resident of Penasco, NM. She lived a remarkable life and leaves an enduring testament of resilience, faith, service, and love of family. Born the youngest of twelve children...
Celine Sanchez
Aug 13, 2026
Celine Sanchez, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and cherished member of the Santa Fe community, passed away peacefully on August 13, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born on June 26, 1941, in Pecos, New Mexico, Celine lived a life defined by dedication to her faith, her family, and her roots. In her final moments, she was comforted by her loved...
Joan Gibbons
Aug 12, 2026
Joan Gibbons passed away peacefully and surrounded by love and care in her home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, on August 12, 2026. Born April 11, 1929, in Leonia, New Jersey, Joan’s long and vibrant life was filled with beauty, creativity, and boundless devotion to her family and passions.
Joan was a third-generation artist. Growing up amidst the fine art of...
Gary Anthony DeFrancesco
Aug 11, 2026
In grief and with deep gratitude for a life richly lived we are so sad to announce that Gary DeFrancesco died on August 11, 2026. He passed peacefully at home with his family after living with cancer for nearly three years.
Gary was born in New York City, in Manhattan, on October 9, 1954. Throughout his 71 years, he radiated enthusiasm...
Frances Garcia
Aug 10, 2026
With heavy hearts and profound sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved Frances Garcia, who passed away at the age of 91.
Frances was truly the rock of our family a strong, loving, and beautiful soul whose presence brought comfort, laughter, and love to generations of family. She will forever be remembered for her kind heart, her strength, her humor,...
Ildefonso Cordova
Aug 9, 2026
On Sunday, August 9th, the angels came for our beloved father, grandfather and greatgrandfather. We were left with tears in our eyes but joy in our hearts because we know he is no longer in any pain. We ask that you join us in the mass of Christian Burial on Thursday, September 3rd at The Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis...
Deborah Louise Blanche
Aug 9, 2026
Deborah Louise Blanche, a beloved beacon of creativity and compassion, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2026, after a valiant struggle with lung cancer. Born on August 24, 1944, in Guthrie, Oklahoma, Deb was the cherished daughter of Marchie Bright and Robert Blanche.
She is predeceased by her parents and her stepmother, Lois Anderson Racklyett Blanche and her dear friend Shama.
Deb's...
Jean Roybal
Aug 9, 2026
JEAN ROYBAL Born December 10, 1948, Died August 9, 2026. Born in Santa Fe New Mexico Jean was preceded in death by her husband, Michael Roybal, Parents, Joe Ventura and Aurelia Valdez Twin sister Joann, and Sister, Lita Baca (Horacio) Brothers Waldo and Morris Garcia Father and Mother-in-law, Reynaldo, and Leonardita “Nora” Roybal. Brother-in-law, Horacio, Eddie, Dan, David, Phil, Peter,...
Grace Angela Roybal
Aug 9, 2026
Grace Angela Roybal passed away peacefully on August 9, 2026, surrounded by her loving family after a courageous year and a half journey with cancer. Grace was born on March 14, 1983, and throughout her 43 years of life, she brought an incredible amount of love, happiness, and sunshine to everyone fortunate enough to know her.
Grace lived with developmental disabilities,...
Consuelo Jaramillo
Aug 9, 2026
It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Consuelo (Grandma Connie) Jaramillo. She was born on September 23, 1939, to Maria and Vincent Romero. She passed away on August 9, 2026, peacefully surrounded by her loving family.
Consuelo absolutely loved celebrating the holidays. Always making sure her home was filled with her beloved...
Maria Bernardita (Bea) Martinez
Aug 9, 2026
Maria Bernardita (Bea) Martinez
May 12, 1932 – August 9, 2026
Maria Bernardita Martinez, affectionately known to so many as “Bea,” “Grandma Bea,” and “Aunt Bea,” peacefully passed into the arms of Our Lord at the age of 94, leaving behind a beautiful legacy of faith, family, generosity, and love.
Bea was born on May 12, 1932, in San Ildefonso, New Mexico, to...
