Obituaries

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

Juan Dominguez

Juan Dominguez

Sep 15, 2021

Juan Jose  (known as J.J.) of Chamisal, passed away peacefully on 09/15/2021. He was a kindhearted Christian man, devoted husband, loving father, grandfather and great grandfather. He was preceded in death by his son, Jeffrey and his parents, Juan Jose and Josefa. 

He attended two Presbyterian schools, Allison-James Middle School and Menaul High School. A few years after his...

Jose Salazar

Jose Salazar

Sep 14, 2021

Jose Bernie Salazar, 90, of Ranchos de Taos passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on September 14, 2021. Jose was a rancher and a miner in his younger years. He retired from Kachina Lodge in 1995. He went on to driving tow trucks till 2008. He loved to be outdoors and working around the house. He...

Frank Crews

Frank Crews

Sep 13, 2021

Frank Tribble Crews, Jr., a kind and gentle soul, passed away September 12, 2021 in Santa Fe, New Mexico. He was born in Amarillo, Texas and graduated from Amarillo High School. Following high school, Frank attended Princeton University, where he graduated with the Class of 1955. One of his earliest experiences at Princeton and a favorite memory, was his sighting...

Patricia Moses

Patricia Moses

Sep 13, 2021

Patricia Lynn Moses (also known as Mom/Bob/PLM/Sis/Tia) died at home September 13, 2021, surrounded by beloved family and dogs.

After thirty years of remission from breast cancer, in August 2021 she was diagnosed with metastatic cancer in her bones and meninges. Thanks to her characteristic energy and optimism, as well as the support of AmberCare hospice, friends, and family, she...

Manuel Mendoza

Manuel Mendoza

Sep 12, 2021

Manuel Carlos Mendoza aka: Charlie or Biker nickname “Madman” passed away peacefully at 75 years in his home in Pecos, New Mexico on September 12, 2021.  Manuel was born January 9, 1946, in Santa Fe New Mexico to Salomon Mendoza and Katherine (Gomez) Mendoza, he was the fourth of six children, surviving siblings, Ricarda “Ricky” Montoya, Betty Vinzant, Jackie Mendoza,...

David Trujillo

David Trujillo

Sep 12, 2021

David P. Trujillo, 65 of Canon, passed away peacefully on September 12, 2021. He is preceded in death by his father, Demetrio Eloy Trujillo, sisters, Emily Valdez and Gloria Trujillo, and grandson, Marcos Trujillo.  He is survived by his mother, Lorraine Rosa Trujillo, sister, Stella Romero (James), wife, Roberta Martinez-Trujillo, son, Joshua Trujillo (Vanessa), daughters, April Trujillo, Patricia Trujillo (Steve),...

Fred Kline

Fred Kline

Sep 11, 2021

Fred R. Kline, “Art Explorer,” Who Placed Lost Works in Museums, Dies at 81

 

SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO -- Fred R. Kline, an art dealer and art historian who dedicated his career to identifying the creators of paintings and drawings that had lost their place in the world, died Saturday, September 11, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, after a...

Carolyn Kellerman

Carolyn Kellerman

Sep 10, 2021

Carolyn L. Kellerman

September 7, 1941 – September 10, 2021

Carolyn passed away peacefully at home on September 10, 2021 caused by complications associated from her 20 year battle with Parkinson’s Decease.

She was preceded in death by her parents Virginia and joseph, sister Mary (Robert), brother Joseph (Debbie, Wanda), niece Karin, and first husband John (who died during brain...

Joaquin Martin

Joaquin Martin

Sep 10, 2021

Joaquin Carlos Martin, 32, Resident of Santa Fe, NM, Passed away on September 10, 2021. He was born on December 3, 1988 in Santa Fe, NM to Monika Romero and Tyrone Martin.

He is preceded in death by his maternal grandfather; Richard Romero (Gramps).

He is survived by his mother; Monika Romero (Raymond), father; Tyrone Martin (Janelle), maternal grandmother; Ida...

Richard Sisneros

Richard Sisneros

Sep 10, 2021

Richard Sisneros

Jose R. Sisneros was better known by his family and friends as Richard. Richard was born December 27, 1948 and returned home on September 10, 2021- eight days after his mother’s anniversary. 

Richard will be remembered for his love for family and friends. He was always ready to lend a helping hand. He will also be remembered...

Emilia L. Gallegos

Emilia L. Gallegos

Sep 10, 2021

Emilia L. Gallegos, 83, of Santa Fe, passed away peacefully September 10, 2021.  She was born October 7, 1937, in Ojo Caliente, NM to Fulgencia and Celestino Lucero.  Her parents have preceded her in death along with her husband Isidoro Gallegos.  She retired from St. Vincent Hospital Pediatrics Unit and Kid Care.

She is survived by her three children: Margaret...

Linda Jo Martinez

Linda Jo Martinez

Sep 10, 2021

Linda Jo Martinez, 71, of Talpa passed away peacefully at home to be with our Lord Jesus Christ on September 10, 2021.   She was a strong woman battling cancer for many years.  She is preceded in death by her father, Ernest Martinez, three brothers, grandparents and great grandson, Josiah.  She is survived by her children, Debbie Lucero, Steve and Jerry...

Arthur Lucero

Arthur Lucero

Sep 9, 2021

Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Arthur J. Lucero, Jr. (“El Junior”) was called by our Lord on September 9th, 2021.  He was born on September 13th, 1933 to Arturo Lucero, Sr. and Lena Varela Lucero.  He is preceded in death by his parents and sister Pauline Otero. 

Arthur is survived by his beloved wife, Carolyn, of...

John Silver

John Silver

Sep 9, 2021

John Kenneth Silver passed away in his Santa Fe home on the morning of September 9th.Born on July 30, 1952 to Abe Silver Jr. and Marian Petchesky Silver, John was a fourth generation Santa Fean who proudly shared his family’s commitment to community service.After attending Wood Gormley Elementary and Santa Fe High School, John graduated from Colorado College in 1974...

Geraldine Arebalos

Geraldine Arebalos

Sep 7, 2021

Geraldine Arebalos 87, a resident of Espanola passed away peacefully. She entered eternal life to be with our Lord on September 7, 2021. She will truly be missed by all. Geraldine was born May 9, 1934 in La Puebla N.M. She is preceded in death by her parents Manuel & Marcelina Maestas, brothers, Cornelio, Israel & Richard Maestas. Sister, Felicita...

Dana Czoski

Dana Czoski

Sep 6, 2021

Dana Patton Czoski Obituary

Dana Patton Czoski, age 69, passed away at home on September 6th surrounded by her family after a brief battle with cancer. Dana was proceeded in death by her father Francis Patton, mother Marian Hayden, brother Timothy Patton and sister Gail Patton Powell. Dana is survived by her husband Richard Czoski, daughters Paige Czoski and Brooke...

Anthony Garcia

Anthony Garcia

Sep 6, 2021

Gerald Anthony “Doyce” Garcia, a retired Chief Engineer for the New Mexico Public Service Commission, passed away peacefully in Santa Fe with his son by his side on September 6th, 2021 from cancer.

Anthony was born on April 17th, 1946. He had deep New Mexico family roots that trace to the 1700s when an ancestor owned land which is now...

Edward Vigil

Edward Vigil

Sep 6, 2021

Edward Isidro Vigil, 97, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 6, surrounded by his children.  Edward was born on May 15, 1924, raised in Santa Fe where he spent most of his life.  In 1942, he joined the    military to serve his country during World War II.  Edward’s passion was his music.  In the early 50’s he formed a musical...

Joey Payne

Joey Payne

Sep 4, 2021

Joey Payne fought a courageous battle with cancer and entered the loving arms of our savior Jesus on September 4, 2021 for his ultimate healing. He was a devoted husband and father, a joyful grandfather, a loving brother, a good son, and uncle and a friend to many. He left us filled with memories with his laughter, his silliness, his...

Anna Ulibarri

Anna Ulibarri

Sep 3, 2021

Anna Ulibarri (Annie) – was a lifelong resident of Santa Fe.  She passed away on September 3, 2021 at the age of 64.  Her battle is over and she is home and free with her loving Savior Jesus Christ.  Anna had a heart full of compassion. She was a wonderful cook, especially when it came to her salsa.  Anna drove...

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