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

Mar 5, 2025

Pete Albert Martinez of Espanola NM was born on March 3rd, 1969, in Espanola New Mexico to Horace and Juanita Martinez, and was called to his eternal rest on March 5th, 2025.

Pete was a man of many talents and was always there to lend a helping hand to anyone who needed it. In his free time, he enjoyed numerous things,...

Mar 3, 2025

Ernesto T. Garcia, age 84, of El Prado, was born on February 28, 1941, and passed away on March 3, 2025, surrounded by the love and care of his family and hospice caregivers.

He is preceded in death by his father, Timoteo Garcia; mother, Adelaida Garcia; and siblings Leo Garcia, Eddie Garcia, Pauline Romero, Margaret Ornales, and Rose Duran.

Ernest is survived...

Mar 2, 2025

Delfido Pablo Gallegos, 38, a resident of Ranchitos, NM, passed away on March 2, 2025. Delfido was born on March 5, 1986, to parents Rudy and Rafaelita Gallegos.

He was preceded in death by his father, Rudy Gallegos, grandparents, Miguel and Idalia Gallegos, grandparents, Antonio and Eloisa Garcia, and nephew, Tony Gallegos.

He is survived by his mother, Rafaelita Gallegos, brother, Anthony...

Mar 1, 2025

Eufracia Montoya passed away Saturday, March 1, 2025. She was a person led by her faith. She touched many lives through her grace, kindness and generosity. She is preceded in death by her parents JD & Canuta Montoya, son Dennis Montoya, infant daughter Loraine, and siblings Crucita Vigil (Ruben), Eloy Montoya (Margie), Ray Montoya (Donna), Ellia LeDoux (Paul), Joe Montoya...

Feb 28, 2025

With heavy hearts, we want to announce the passing of our beloved child Isaiah Marcos Esquibel, who was tragically taken from us too soon on Feb 28, 2025, at the age of 21. 

Isaiah was born on September 13, 2003 in Santa Fe NM. Mother Anjolee Esquibel, Father Michael Berry, Sister Jasmine Berry and Brother Michael Jr. Isaiah had a passion...

Feb 27, 2025

Bertha tenia un corazón hecho de oro, y un espíritu que alegraba el día. 

Era madre, abuela, esposa, suegra y mas importante alguien a quien admirar.

Bertha tenía un don especial para cuidar de los demás, especialmente de los niños. Trabajó durante más de 23 años como niñera. 

Ayudó a criar a innumerables niños hasta la adolescencia, convirtiéndose en una segunda madre y...

Feb 26, 2025

Susan DeFreitas Timmons, born May 19, 1977, crossed to the other shore on Wednesday, February 26, 2025. After a year-long illness, her final transition was peaceful at home, surrounded by loving family and held in love and light. 

Susan’s 47 years of this life were immense and full of laughter, joy, and deep conversation and connection with friends, family, strangers, and...

Feb 26, 2025

 

Don R. Gonzales, age 79 and a resident of Santa Fe, NM passed away peacefully on February 26, 2025 surrounded in the embrace of his immediate family.

Don was preceded in death by his parents Redolfino & Stella Gonzales, brother Henry Gonzales, parents-in-law Martin & Lupita Vigil and sister-in-law Alice Gordon. He is survived by Florence, his wife of 41 years,...

Feb 25, 2025

Richard Dominguez, born January 14, 1962, to Ramon B. and Criselda Dominguez, passed to eternal life on February 25, 2025, at the family home in Abiquiu. Richard was the middle brother of seven brothers and five sisters, and was a son, Tio, and friend to many others. He was truly a servant of God and was involved in the St....

Feb 25, 2025

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Janet Marie Harris, 83, of Los Alamos, NM on February 25, 2025, at Beehive Assisted Living. She was born on January 24, 1942, to the late John and Magdalen Germain (Krause) in Bay City, Michigan. 

She graduated from St. James High School (All Saints) in 1960 and worked as an office professional at...

Feb 25, 2025

Adonais “Marro” Montano was born in Arroyo Seco, New Mexico on July 4, 1937. He passed away unexpectedly on February 24, 2025. He graduated from Taos High School and subsequently enlisted in the United States Army where he served his country for four years. Upon returning to Taos, he commenced work as a welder at the Moly Mines in Questa,...

Feb 25, 2025

The family of Mary R. Romero of La Villita, NM is saddened to announce her passing on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at the age of 76 years due to a lengthy illness. Mary was a caregiver and retired with Santa Maria El Mirador, also working for the Espanola Public Schools for many years. Mary loved attending church and fellowshipping with...

Feb 24, 2025

Ruben Vigil

2/11/1945-2/24/2025

Ruben Vigil passed away peacefully at his home on February 24, 2025, at age 80, surrounded by his loving family. Ruben was born February 11, 1945, in Logan, New Mexico, a small ranching town near Tucumcari. He attended Logan School and after graduating from Logan High School he moved to Santa Fe to be close to his sister Tillie...

Feb 24, 2025

John "Nepe" Vigil

Santa Fe - With deep sadness, we announce the passing of John "Nepe" Vigil, who was born on February 3, 1940, in Santa Fe, N.M. and was called home to our Lord on February 24, 2025, at the age of 85, surrounded by his loving family.

John is preceded in death by his parents, Gilbert and Eloisa Vigil, his...

Feb 24, 2025

“Tina” Justin Michael Dalton (Daulton) “Peanut”

March 20, 2001 – February 24, 2025

Tina/Justin left this earth and gained her angel wings the evening of Monday, February 24, 2025. She left this earth to be with our Heavenly Father, joining her Grandpa James C. Dalton (Daulton), Grandpa Robert Q. Blossom, Papa Leroy Payne, Nana Becky Payne, Grandpa Daniel Dalton, and many other...

Feb 23, 2025

Daniel Raymond Rael

 It is with a heavy heart and profound sadness that we share the sudden passing of our beloved son, brother, and uncle Daniel Rael who was called to be with Our Lord Sunday February 23, 2025. He was born and raised in Santa Fe, New Mexico and graduated from Santa Fe High/Vo-Tech. During high school he worked at...

Feb 22, 2025

 

Manuelita “Grandma Mela” Vigil 

Manuelita Vigil, affectively known as “Grandma Mela,” passed away peacefully February 22, 2025, at her home in East Pecos – less than a month after her 88th birthday on January 28. Grandma Mela dedicated her life to family.

At the tender age of 16, Mela became a mom to her four younger sisters. She adopted them and cared...

Feb 20, 2025

Feb 20, 2025

On February 20, 2025, the Lord called upon His son Antonio Abad Martinez Jr. “ABIE” to continue his service according to His plan, with a greater purpose away from this world.

Antonio, 82, was born and raised in Taos, NM, on March 26, 1942, to Josephina and Abad Martinez. After graduating from Taos Central Catholic High School, he continued his education...

Feb 18, 2025

Michael A Granito- Our beloved son, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, companion and friend was born April 8,1942 in Santa Fe, NM and was called home to our Lord on February 18, 2025. He is preceded in death by his loving parents Tony S. Granito and Annie W. Granito. He is survived by his daughters Michaela Granito-Tibbetts (Mark), Melanie Granito,...