Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico
Silviano Arturo Archuleta
Apr 1, 2026
Silviano Archuleta, our beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend passed away peacefully at the VA Hospice facility surrounded by his loving children on April 1, 2026. He was born December 8, 1945 to Celestino and Maria Inez Archuleta in El Rito, NM. He was preceded in death by the love of his life Yolanda, his parents, Celestino and Maria Archuleta,...
Joyce Clarissa McElhinney Cady
Apr 1, 2026
Joyce Clarissa McElhinney Cady died April 1, 2026 in Los Alamos, New Mexico at age 93. She was born to Denis Francis McElhinney and Clarissa Valentine McElhinney on Jan 1, 1933 in Alameda, California. Joyce was the New Years Baby for the San Francisco Bay Area. Joyce is preceded in death by her parents, sister Helen Margaret McElhinney and brother...
William W. "Bill" Heimbach Jr.
Mar 31, 2026
Wiliam W. "Bil" Heimbach, Ir., 81, died of cancer on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at his home in Santa Fe.
Bill is survived by the love his life, wife April Heimbach of Santa Fe.
He also is survived by his grandchildren William E. "Liam" Heimbach of Camus, Wash., and
Willow Heimbach and Walter Heimbach of Helena, Mont.
Also surviving Bill are daughter-in-law Bree Heimbach...
Flavio Martinez
Mar 31, 2026
Flavio Martinez, born on October 5, 1994, left us far too soon on March 31, 2026, passing away unexpectedly at home. In his 31 years, Flavio crafted a life marked by dedication, laughter, and love—a legacy built with a skilled hammer and a warm heart.
Flavio was a master craftsman who helped build and remodel homes in Espanola and the surrounding...
Julian Lujan
Mar 31, 2026
We are saddened to announce the sudden passing of our son, husband, brother, Julian A. Lujan (aka Jules) at the age of 36. Jules passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 due to a sudden illness.
Jules was born on August 7, 1989, to Vernon Lujan and Carmen Reyna Lujan. Since birth, Jules was raised in the teachings of his Pueblo...
Ferminia Martinez
Mar 30, 2026
With heavy hearts, we share the passing of our beloved Ferminia Martinez on March 30, 2026. She peacefully left this world at home, surrounded by the love of her family. Ferminia was born on September 18, 1937, in Canjilón, New Mexico, to Guadalupe Leyba and Nicholas Gonzales, and was later raised by her stepfather, Rubel Leyba. She was a strong,...
Sigi Klein
Mar 30, 2026
Red River ski pioneer Sigi Klein dies at 90
Sigi Klein, a longtime Red River ski instructor, master builder and pioneer of the local ski industry, died peacefully at his home in Red River on Monday morning (March 30), surrounded by family. He was 90.
Klein was a central figure in the development of Red River Ski Area, where he taught skiing...
Pia M. Padilla
Mar 29, 2026
Priscilla Maria Padilla, affectionately known as “Pia,” passed away peacefully on March 29, 2026, in Española, New Mexico, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on November 13, 1941, in Tesuque Village, New Mexico, Priscilla lived a life marked by dedication, kindness, and an unwavering spirit of generosity.
Pia was a woman of remarkable resolve and ambition. In the 1970s,...
James Alfred Meyer
Mar 28, 2026
James Alfred Meyer entered this world on January 19, 1928, and departed this life for the next world of God on March 28, 2026, from his home in Espanola at the age of 98.
Jim was born to Irene and Alfred Meyer in Quincy, Illinois, and spent his early life and youth there. He was a graduate of the class of...
Richard Lynn Rolston
Mar 27, 2026
Richard Rolston, 65, passed away March 27, 2026 after a battle with cancer.
Richard was born September 23, 1960 in La Mesa, California to Frank and Pat Rolston. He was raised in Phoenix, Arizona. He was one of five siblings- Dan (deceased), Tom, Doris (Phil) Logan and Mary. He also leaves behind his nieces Kate, McKenzie and Jazmine, nephews Aaron and...
Jose Salvador Olguin
Mar 25, 2026
Jose “Salvador” Olguin, aged 86, of El Guique, New Mexico, originally from Tierra Amarilla, peacefully passed away on March 25, 2026, at Ohkay Owingeh, New Mexico. He departed this life after a courageous and well-fought battle with congestive heart failure, embraced by the love and presence of his family.
Born on December 27, 1939, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Sal’s life was...
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
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)
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,...
Ronald Anthony Barela
Mar 20, 2026
Ronnie passed away peacefully on March 20, 2026 at UNM Hospital in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Ronnie was preceded by his father, Adolf Barela; his mother, Betty Barela; his brother, John Barela; his sister, Veronica Barela; and his daughter, Lindsey Janelle Marie Barela.
Ronnie was born in Santa Fe, New Mexico and grew up in Casa Solana. He later became an electrician and...
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
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
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...
