Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico
Richard Lopez
Oct 29, 2019
Richard Lopez was born in Wootton, Colorado. Richard passed away on October 29th, 2019 at Brookdale Assisted Living. He was 97 years old.
He is preceded in death by his wife; Minnie & his daughter; Sharon Jacoby, also by his grandsons; Phillip Jiron & Mario Jacoby.
He is survived by his daughter; Joyce Jimenez & son; Richard Lopez, son-in-law John...
Joseph H. Rosenbaum
Oct 29, 2019
Joseph Hirsch Rosenbaum Jr. known as Jay, and art dealer and gallery owner, died at his home in Sana Fe on October 29 after a long illness. He was 76.
Before settling in Santa Fe, he lived in Spain and Miami, often moving where his first cousin and closest friend Barbara L. Brown lived.
Mr. Rosenbaum was the owner of...
Freddie E. Herrera
Oct 27, 2019
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our father and mother, one right after the other. Freddie Herrera, born September 20, 1935, died October 27, 2019, and Erlinda Herrera, born October 5, 1935, died November 23, 2019.
Freddie and Erlinda are preceded in death by their son Peter and both of their parents. Our father is...
Donald Ortiz
Oct 25, 2019
Donald R Ortiz a lifelong resident of Nambe passed away peacefully on Friday, October 25, 2019 at his home surrounded by his family and friends. Donald was preceded in death by his father Ramon A Ortiz. He was employed by the Pojoaque Pueblo Supermarket for 31 years. Donald was an extraordinary soul who touched many lives. His contagious laugh...
Grace Marie Olivas
Oct 24, 2019
Our dear “aunt,” “sister,” cousin and friend passed away suddenly but peacefully on Thursday, October 24th. Although Gracie will be greatly missed, we are comforted knowing that Gracie is now in the loving arms of Our Lord ….happy, healthy and with those she loved who have gone before her.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Louis and Guadalupita...
Shantel Smith
Oct 24, 2019
Shantel Smith, 39 passed away on October 24, 2019, she was born on May 10, 1980 in Santa Fe, NM to Donna Montoya and Garry Smith.
She is preceded in death by her great grandma; Dulcinea Martinez great uncle; Florian Martinez, and Lawrence Carrillo.
She survived by her Grandma Gloria Montoya, parents; Donna Montoya & Gary Smith, sons; Estevan Smith,...
Dolores Tapia
Oct 24, 2019
Dolores Tapia, age 80 a previous resident of Hernandez, NM passed away in Santa Fe on Thursday, October 24, 2019. Dolores was born in Hernandez to Benita Archuleta on November 21, 1939. She lived at the Santa Fe Care Center for 34 years, where, she loved to watch the birds at the bird feeders directly outside her window. She was...
Abe Cardenas
Oct 22, 2019
Abe E. Cardenas, 88, of Questa passed away on October 22, 2019.
Abe proudly served in the US Army from 1950-1953 in the Korean Conflict. He enjoyed his job for the Questa Headstart and was the biggest fan of the Colorado Rockies.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Louisa Cardenas, parents, Willie and Celina Cardenas, twin...
Carlos A. Crespin
Oct 21, 2019
CARLOS AUGUSTINE CRESPIN
Carlos Augustine Crespin, 55, of Las Vegas, NM, passed away Monday, October 21, 2019 at his Las Vegas home. He was born June 15, 1964 in Las Vegas, the son of Pricilla and Arthur Crespin. On October 1, 1988 he and Elizabeth Apodaca were married in Las Vegas, NM. Carlos was preceded in death by...
Corine Montoya
Oct 21, 2019
Welcoming Corine (Cora) Ortiz Montoya, 84, Santa Fe Native, to Heavens on October 21, 2019, left a legacy of her love for God, husband, and family. Cora inspired many to God just by her smile and faith.
Preceded in death by daughter; Georgia Lynn, brother; George Ortiz, parents, Max and Rufina Ortiz, mother and father-in-law; Marcos Montoya and Maria Luz...
Eleanor Valencia
Oct 19, 2019
Eleanor (Lulu) Valencia, age 53, of Pecos, NM, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October 19, 2019. She was born on September 28, 1966 to Bartolo and Julia Valencia, who precede her in death, as does her sister Betty Valencia and brothers Floyd and Raymond Valencia of Pecos. She is survived by her only son Catalino Valencia and spouse Melinda; her...
Sophia E. Hurtado
Oct 19, 2019
Sophie Emma Hurtado age 85 was called to be with the Lord while surrounded with her family on Saturday October 19, 2019. Sophie was born and raised in Rio Chiquito NM. She is preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Tony V. Hurtado. Parents Felipe and Felomena Trujillo; siblings Stella (Herman) Lucero, Dora (Nelson) Vigil, Bennie Trujillo and...
Jean Michael Fuselier
Oct 18, 2019
Jean Michael Fuselier began a new journey, unexpectedly on October 18, 2019.
Michael, as he was known to just about all, came running impatiently into this world in Asheville, NC on June 11, 1987. He must have been in a rush to meet his parent’s Robert (Bob) and Susie Fuselier and his big sister Jennifer.
Michael started his life of...
Janet Sander
Oct 18, 2019
Jan Sander, a long-time resident of White Rock, passed away on October 18, 2019, of cancer.
She was born Janet Lee Blohm in Chicago in 1942, but soon thereafter resided in Des Plaines, Illinois. Jan met her future husband, Oscar Sander, there playing “Kick the Can” in the street that separated their childhood homes. They dated in high school, enjoyed...
Robin Fe Samelson
Oct 17, 2019
Robin Fe Samelson, 65 resident of Santa Fe, passed away on October 17, 2019 due to heart failure. She was born on December 7, 1953 in Cincinnati, Ohio to Marilyn and Abe Samelson.
She is preceded in death by her parents; Marilyn & Abe Samelson and brother; Chuck Samelson.
She is survived by her sisters; Michele Samelson and Lori Neumann.
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Samuel Martinez
Oct 17, 2019
Samuel was preceded in death by his parents, Juan and Fernanda Martinez, six brothers, Felix, Valdemar, Johnnie, Manny, Everado Ulibarri and Eugene Bustos. He leaves behind two sons, Samuel Jr. and Joseph. Two sisters Virginia and Julie, six brothers, Hernando, Moses, Danny, Larry, Harry, and Mario. Many nepews, neices, friends and relatives. Special friend Esther whom was there for him...
Salomon F. Lara
Oct 17, 2019
Salomon Lara, 69, of Albuquerque, NM passed away on October 17, 2019 in Albuquerque NM, at Presbyterian hospital at 3:37p of health complications.
He is proceeded in death by his mother Guadalupe Lara Franco and his father Ignacio Lara and other siblings. He is survived by his wife of 44years, Guadalupe Lara and his sons: Luis and wife Cecil Lara...
Sarah Martinez
Oct 16, 2019
Sarah L. Martinez
Sarah L. Martinez, 59, a lifelong resident of Velarde was called home to Heaven on October 16, 2019. Sarah was born December 1, 1959 to George and Cleotilde (Cleo) Martinez. She was preceded in death by her father, George, her sisters Patricia, Jean and Mary Ann, and a brother Earl. It brings us peace knowing that they...
Enrique Garcia
Oct 15, 2019
A Rosary will be held on Thursday, October 24, 2019 at 7:00pm at Rivera Family Funeral Home Kiva Chapel of Light located at 417 Rodeo Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87505.
The Mass will be on Friday, October 25, 2019 at 11:00am at San Isidro Catholic Church (Small Church) located at 3552 Agua Fria St, Santa Fe, NM 87507.
Mary Helen Klare
Oct 15, 2019
Mary Helen Fierro Klare passed away with her family by her side on October 15, 2019 in Los Alamos, NM. Mary Helen was a gentle soul, beautiful wife and mother, amazing musician, and friend. Born in El Paso, Mary Helen was raised by her loving parents, Jose and Aurora Fierro. Among her many achievements, Mary Helen was valedictorian of her...
