Michael L. Casados, 55, of Taos passed away unexpectedly on September 8, 2013. He was currently employed by the Questa Ranger District and worked for the US Forestry Service for 35 years. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jose and Elizabeth Casados and brother, Gilbert Casados. He is survived by his wife, Manuela de Ponte, sisters, Eloida Torres (Jimmy) and Angie Casados (Tim Kelly), many special nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Rosary was recited on September 12, 2013. Funeral mass was held on September 13, 2013. Both were held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Taos.