Obituaries

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

George Morse

George Morse

Sep 19, 2026

George Fischer Morse

July 30, 1947 – September 19, 2026

A very unique person was the first-born son of William Morse and Thedora Doris Pulone. They named him George Fischer, a name chosen from the paternal side of the family. He learned to love fishing and all sports from his father, who sadly died when George was 10 years old. Graduating from...

Charles Catanach

Charles Catanach

Sep 15, 2026

Charles A. Catanach passed away on September 15, 2026. He was 62 years old. Charles was born on January 30, 1964, in Santa Fe New Mexico and was the 5th of 7 brothers of Jimmy and Gloria Catanach. Charlie worked as a journeyman plumber with Saddleback Plumbing until around 2015. He was a graduate of Santa Fe High School and...

Gabina "Gabinita" Madrid

Gabina "Gabinita" Madrid

Sep 15, 2026

Gabina Madrid, our cherished matriarch, passed away peacefully on September 15, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Canjilon, New Mexico, she carried her hometown in her heart throughout her 101 years of life.

Gabina was known for her warm, generous spirit. She treasured her family above all. Trips to Canjilon, picking piñon, and quiet moments under the oak tree...

Barbara Brandenburg Brenner

Barbara Brandenburg Brenner

Sep 15, 2026

Barbara Brandenburg Brenner, 97, passed from this world to begin a new adventure on September 15, 2026. A lifelong resident of Taos, Barbara was born in Santa Fe on August 3, 1929 to her parents J.P. (Jack) and Dorothy (Berninghaus) Brandenburg. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband John M. Brenner, and her younger sister Marcia.

Barbara filled...

Frank Gabaldon

Frank Gabaldon

Sep 14, 2026

Frank Gabaldon, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and man of deep faith, was born on January 29, 1940. He was born to eternal life on September 14, 2026, the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross.

Frank shared 53 years of marriage with his loving wife, Sonia Gabaldon. Together, they built a life rooted in love, faith, family, and...

Joann Veronica Ortiz

Joann Veronica Ortiz

Sep 14, 2026

Joann was a kind, hardworking, and generous soul who took tremendous pride in her family. She was always willing

and ready to help in any way she could and was loved by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Family was at the center of Joann's life, and her grandchildren held an especially important place in her heart. She

cared for them,...

Zanet Ramos Benavidez

Zanet Ramos Benavidez

Sep 13, 2026

Zanet Elnora Ramos-Benavidez passed away suddenly on Sunday, September 13, 2026. She was 52 years old. Zanet was born on October 5, 1973, in Colorado Springs, CO, and was the oldest daughter of Dwight P. Ramos and Pamelia E. Ramos (nee Bailey). 

She dedicated 32 years to Santa Fe Public Schools, teaching many young people at Ortiz Middle School, Devargas Jr....

Roseanne Lopez

Roseanne Lopez

Sep 12, 2026

In Loving Memory of Roseanne Lopez 

February 9, 1960 - September 12, 2026 

Roseanne Lopez, 66, passed away on September 12, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with her family at her side after a long and courageous battle with cancer. 

Throughout her life, Roseanne faced multiple battles with cancer, and each time she met them with a strength and courage that was truly...

Arturo H. Sisneros

Arturo H. Sisneros

Sep 12, 2026

Arturo H. Sisneros, 81, of El Rito, New Mexico, passed away peacefully at home on September 12, 2026. Born on July 2, 1945, he graduated from Northern New Mexico Normal School in 1964 and proudly served 21 years in the United States Army, including service in the Vietnam War (1968–1971), Korea (1982), and three tours in Germany. His military career...

Jerry Blair Halladay

Jerry Blair Halladay

Sep 12, 2026

Jerry “Doc” Halladay was born June 19, 1950 in Ruidoso, NM to parents Blair and Shirley Halladay (Watson). After high school, Jerry entered the U.S. Air Force and was stationed at Vandenberg Air Force Base in Lompoc, CA. It was in Lompoc that he met, and later married, Patty Anderson. Jerry and Patty had three children. Jerry and Patty moved...

Luis Lares-Caballero

Luis Lares-Caballero

Sep 11, 2026

Luis Lares-Caballero, born on June 21, 1959, passed away on September 11, 2026.

Luis will be remembered as a devoted husband and father, a hardworking businessman, and a man whose presence left a lasting impression on those around him. He was a leader by nature—firm and strict when he needed to be, yet soft-hearted beneath that strong exterior. In his own...

Bernie M. Ulibarri

Bernie M. Ulibarri

Sep 11, 2026

Bernie M. Ulibarri, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on September 11, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was born on November 24, 1935, in Los Ojos, New Mexico. Her life was marked by devotion to her family, steadfast faith, and a deep commitment to serving others in her community.

Bernie was a very dedicated mother and caregiver...

Elizabeth "Liz" Baca

Elizabeth "Liz" Baca

Sep 10, 2026

Elizabeth Liz Baca August 20, 1951 – September 10, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Elizabeth “Liz” Baca, who passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family.

Liz was a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She was a woman whose faith, love and kindness touched the lives of everyone who had...

Raymond W. Gonzales

Raymond W. Gonzales

Sep 10, 2026

Raymond Wilbert Gonzales, of La Mesilla, New Mexico, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on September 10, 2026. He was born on May 20, 1948, in Ojo Caliente, New Mexico.

Raymond will be remembered as a family-oriented, loving, and caring man whose life was shaped by service, education, music, and deep devotion to those he loved. He was...

Tomas Silva

Tomas Silva

Sep 9, 2026

In Loving Memory of Tomas Silva

Tomas Silva, born September 12, 1947, was called home to our Lord on September 9, 2026, at the age of 78. He passed away following complications from liver disease.

Tomas was preceded in death by his parents, Marcelino and Alice Silva, and by his siblings Rudy Silva, Robert Silva, Angie Englisbee, Rosalie, Dorothy Faussett, and Robert...

Maria Elena Garcia Lopez

Maria Elena Garcia Lopez

Sep 8, 2026

Maria Elena Garcia Lopez, born on April 7, 1940, passed away on September 8, 2026.

She will be remembered with deep love and reverence as a woman whose faith remained steadfast throughout her life. Very strong in her faith until her last breath, Maria carried herself with a quiet strength and enduring spirit that leaves a lasting impression on all who...

Thomas "Tom" Jude Garcia

Thomas "Tom" Jude Garcia

Sep 8, 2026

Thomas “Tom” Jude Garcia, of Santa Fe, New Mexico, passed away suddenly on September 8, 2026, at the age of 55. Tom was born in Santa Fe on September 21, 1970.

Tom was a well-known and unforgettable presence to all who knew him. He had a big personality, a bigger heart, and was never short on something to say. Tom was...

Dorothy Antoinette Hulburt

Dorothy Antoinette Hulburt

Sep 6, 2026

Dorothy (Dory) A. Hulburt (nee Zastrow) passed away Sept 6, 2026, after a courageous battle with kidney cancer.

She was born in Chicago, IL, in 1956 to Donald and Anne (nee Connolly) Zastrow.

Her passion for writing started at an early age, after serving as the editor for her high school newspaper, she earned a Journalism degree from University of Wisconsin –...

Pat Aragon

Pat Aragon

Sep 5, 2026

Pat Aragon, age 87, went peacefully to his Lord and Savior on September 5, 2026 surrounded by his family and loved ones.

Pat proudly served in the New Mexico National Guard, where he spend his career before retirement. Throughout his life, he had a a strong commitment to his family and to his wife, Jo Ann, with whom he shared 65...

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