Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico
Ruperta Lacome
Jun 2, 2024
Maria “Ruperta” LaCome, 91, of Arroyo Hondo, NM passed away peacefully with her family by her side on June 2, 2024, in Thornton, CO.
Ruperta was a devoted family woman and her heart overflowed with love for her family. From her time spent living in Colorado to New Mexico, her kindness touched everyone she met. She traveled to Canada, Mexico,...
Loretta Romero
Jun 1, 2024
LORETTA ROMERO January 10, 1935 – June 1, 2024 Loretta is preceded in death by her husband, Atanacio “Tane” Romero, grandson Kodi Wheeler, parents Herman and Domitilda Chavez, brother Albert Lermusiaux and sister Audrey Lietzow. She is survived by her children Jim Romero (Luz), Hazel Romero (Ramon), Randy Romero (Trini) and Renee Romero; grandchildren Melissa Romero Smith (Smitty), Iris Romero,...
James Breslin
Jun 1, 2024
February 21, 1958–June 1, 2024
James (Jim) Campbell Breslin passed away on Saturday, June 1, at his home in El Prado, NM. He died peacefully surrounded by his close family after a brief but fierce battle with cancer.
Jim’s family was the most important thing in his life, along with an enthusiasm for the outdoors, good food, and spending...
Cora Romero Maestas
May 31, 2024
Cora Romero Maestas, age 93, a resident of Espanola, NM, was welcomed into the arms of her loving savior on Friday, May 31, 2024. She was the daughter of Emelecio Romero and Anita Montoya Romero of La Mesilla, NM.
Cora was a wonderful wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, and great grandmother. She worked the majority of her life in childcare, a job...
Joseph Baldonado
May 31, 2024
Joseph Badonado age 67 was welcomed into heaven on May 31, 2024. Joseph passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family at his side. Joseph was raised in Canjilon NM, and had moved to Rio Rancho, NM. Joseph loved the outdoors, hunting and fishing and was a Raiders Fan. Joseph served in the New Mexico Army National Guard from February...
Carlos Quintana
May 31, 2024
It is with deepest sorrow that we announce the death of our dad Carlos Quintana (Pino) 87 who passed away on May 31, 2024, at home with his family by his side. He was an amazing man who loved life and his family. He leaves to cherish his memory son Phillip, daughters Christine (Leroy), Susan (Danny), sisters Julia, Erlinda, Lilly,...
Maria (Mary) Rael
May 30, 2024
Maria (Mary) D. Rael
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Mary Rael, beloved by family and friends for her warmth, admired for her gifts as a gardener and cook, and sought out for her wise advice. Born on March 8, 1937, in Chimayo, New Mexico, to Antonia and Cirilo Martinez, Mary went to her eternal rest on Thursday,...
Jose Archuleta
May 30, 2024
Jose Serbando Archuleta, 88, a resident of Chamita, NM, passed away on May 30, 2024, due to a short illness. He was born on August 11, 1936, to parents Federico and Bernadita Archuleta in Espanola, NM.
He was preceded in death by his father Federico Archuleta, mother Bernadita Salazar (Archuleta), sister Frances Gonzales, sister Idia Noqa, and brother Fredie Archuleta.
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Robert "Bobby" Romero
May 29, 2024
Robert “Bobby” J Romero
Born on May 14, 1941 passed away peacefully at home on May 29, 2024.
He is a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle and friend. Robert was born in Santa Fe, NM and raised in Agua Fria Village. He served his Country in the United States Army, stationed in Germany for the majority of his...
Antonio Gomez
May 29, 2024
Jose Antonio “Tony” Gomez, passed away at age 96, on May 29, 2024, surrounded by his family, at his home. Antonio was born on September 23, 1927, in Alamosa, Colorado to Jose Gomez and Natividad Martinez-Gomez.
Antonio was proceeded in death by his spouses, Maria Abelina Griego-Gomez and Carmen Rodriguez-Gomez. He was also preceded in death by his son Eloy...
Manuel Lucero
May 27, 2024
Manuel C. Lucero IV - On May 27, 2024, at 3:23 PM, Manuel C. Lucero IV, affectionately known as Manny, passed away at the University of New Mexico Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. Manny was born in Albuquerque, NM, and lived a vibrant and adventurous life. He was 70 years old.Manny is survived by his loving mother, Fela...
Katherine Attrep
May 26, 2024
Katherine Ann Attrep Obituary
Katherine Ann Attrep, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, died in Santa Fe on May 26, 2024, of natural causes.
Born the middle child to Alfred and Esther Gerloff on February 1, 1938, in Bland, Missouri, Katherine grew up on a farm near Owensville. She was known to drive the tractor at a young age and stories...
Tony Espinoza
May 26, 2024
Tony “Espy” Espinoza, 91, of Cerro passed away unexpectedly on May 26, 2024. He had his Masters of Science Degree and was a Science Teacher at Questa High School. He was also a school Principal and a proud Army Veteran. He loved hunting, fishing, kids and cats. He is preceded in death by his wife, Eurcinia Segura, parents, Emilio and...
Johnny Martinez
May 26, 2024
Johnny Marvin Martinez, 60, passed away May 26, 2024. He was born in 1963 in Grants, NM.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Silviano and Aurora Martinez, wife, Molly Martinez, sister, Ernestine Duran, brothers, Elmer, Gilbert, Ray, and Mike Martinez, and sister-in-law, Maria Martinez.
He is survived by his daughter, Shyenne Martinez, siblings, Joe Martinez, Ernest (Josie) Martinez,...
Patricia Phyfe
May 26, 2024
Patricia (Pat) Ann Phyfe, 86 passed away peacefully at home on May 26, 2024. She was born November 23, 1937 in Clovis, New Mexico. She was the daughter of Sylvester and Jeannette Tinker.
She grew up in Clovis and attended Clovis Public Schools. She married the love of her life, Lawson Phyfe on January 7, 1972.
She had a...
Rebecca Catanach
May 25, 2024
Maria Rebecca Catanach, 90, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, cousin, and friend was called to her eternal resting home in Heaven, May 25, 2024. She was born to Malaquias “Mac” Manzanares and Felipita Garcia Manzanares on February 6, 1934, in Rio Chama New Mexico.
Rebecca was preceded in death by her loving husband of 66 years John Catanach, her father...
Arthur Lovato
May 25, 2024
Arthur "Arty" Dean Lovato
3/8/67-5/25/24
It is with great sadness and broken hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Arthur Dean Lovato. Arty was born in San Francisco, CA to Anthony "Artie" Baca and Martha Lovato Okler on March 8th, 1967. He is preceded in death by his father Artie Baca, and many other beloved relatives. He was...
Mario Enriquez
May 25, 2024
Mario Enriquez died peacefully in his home on May 25, 2024 after a long health battle. Mario was born on October 9, 1956 in Chihuahua Mexico, the son of Maria Beltran and Laro Enriquez. In 1974 at the age of 18, he immigrated to the United States in search of a better life. After residing some time in California, he...
Phillip Valdez
May 25, 2024
Phillip M. Valdez
Born: 9/26/1969 Date of Death: 05/25/2024
Phillip passed away peacefully in his sleep on Friday May 25, 2024, at the age of 54.
He was preceded in death by his beloved brother Martin Valdez and his mother Patsy Balizan.
He's survived by his wife Blanca, his father Isaac Valdez, Jr. and (Dolores), his sister Melissa...
Camilo Martinez
May 25, 2024
BIOGRAPHY
CAMILO “MILLS” MARTINEZ
March 9, 1995 – May 25, 2024
It is with great sadness the family of Camilo “Mills” Martinez, Born March 1995, announces his passing at his family home in Santa Fe on Saturday May 25, 2024. At the time of Camilo’s birth, he had a total of 13 living grandparents to include...
