Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico
Anthony "Dawg" Avila
Jun 30, 2023
Anthony Paul Avila, age 47, born December 11,1976 and raised in Santa Fe, NM, went home to our lord on Friday June 30, 2023. Anthony A.K.A “Dawg” lit up a room with his smile and always made it known that he loved you. He was a passionate teammate, friend, colleague, and most importantly a loving father. Anthony is survived by...
Brian Varela
Jun 30, 2023
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Brian James Varela, age 43, a resident of Pecos, NM. He was born in Grants, NM to Eluterio and Sixta Varela.
Brian is survived by his parents, grandmother, Polly, son, Shawn, brother David (Stephanie) and sister Sheryl (Jeremy). Nephews, DJ (Mariah), Steven (Danicia), Isaac (Natasha) and Dominik. Niece, Danae (Josh)....
Geronimo Gonzales
Jun 29, 2023
Geronimo “Jerry” Benito Gonzales
The Family of Jerry Gonzales announces his passing on June 29, 2023. He was born on March 21, 1936, In Santa Fe.
Jerry worked for the United States Postal Service for 29 years and the First Judicial District Court Of New Mexico for 13 years. He also enjoyed fishing, singing, and playing guitar. ...
Marcia Sanchez
Jun 29, 2023
Marcia R. Sanchez, 88, of Talpa passed away on June 29, 2023. She retired from Taos Municipal School. She was also a foster grandma thru the Senior Program. She is preceded in death by her husband, Richard “Sarge” Sanchez, son, Feliciano Sanchez, parents, Carlos and Mariana Romero, siblings, Alonzo and Benito Romero, Agatha Gomez, daughter in law, Pauline Sanchez. She...
Andrew King
Jun 29, 2023
Andrew Patterson King was born in Austin, Texas on March 11, 1996. From the beginning, he was filled with joy and enthusiasm for the world around him, proclaiming with delight at three years old, “I’m so happy I was born!”
Growing up in Austin, he attended Parkside Community School with dear friends and neighbors. Every summer, Andrew experienced Texas adventures...
Clinton Crenshaw
Jun 28, 2023
Clinton (Clint) Crenshaw - Born 1/9/1937 - Died 6/28/2023 at the age of 87.
Clint was honorably discharged from the Marines. He was an avid sports fan, loved the mountains, camping, fishing, ATV riding, and was always up for a nice cold beer! He loved bowling, he would arrive to the bowling alley and proclaim, "It's packed tonight!".
Clint...
Lenley "Nick" Salazar
Jun 28, 2023
It is with torn hearts that we announce the passing of Lenley Christopher Salazar (Nick Salazar), who departed us on June 28, 2023. Nick’s absence has left a profound void in our lives, but his memory will be cherished forever by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Nick was born on May 12, 1984, in Idaho Falls, Idaho...
Eliza Fernandez
Jun 28, 2023
Eliza Maria Fernandez
January 5, 1937 – June 28, 2023
On Wednesday, June 28, 2023, Eliza Maria Fernandez, 86, of Santa Fe, NM went peacefully by God’s will while surrounded by her husband, sons, daughters, son-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Eliza was born on January 5, 1937, in Costilla, New Mexico to Jose E. and Sinforosa...
Daniel Tinch
Jun 27, 2023
Daniel David Tinch, 55, of Santa Fe passed away unexpectly on June 27, 2023. He is preceded in death by his father, Daniel George Tinch and sister, Amanda Sioux Tinch. He is survived by his mother, Paulette Harper, sisters, Jessie Tinch and Tammy Tinch, nieces and nephews, Jade Moore, Phoenix Irlbeck, Brayden Tinch and Jazmyn Wright and many other relatives...
Tyler Ahrens
Jun 26, 2023
Tyler Ahrens, beloved son, grandson, brother, boyfriend, and friend, passed away on June 26, 2023. He was born in New Mexico and was raised in Los Alamos, NM where he attended Los Alamos Public Schools and, recently, the University of New Mexico. His family and friends are deeply saddened by his passing.
Tyler was an artist at heart and appreciated...
Andy Perea
Jun 25, 2023
Andy Perea, 54, beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away suddenly on Sunday, June 25, 2023. His parents Edward and Anita Perea Jr. preceded him in death. Also preceding him in death are a sister Debra Ann Perea and a Sister in law Roberta Perea.
He is survived by his brother and sisters Janet Armijo (Robert), Kathy Webb (David),...
Bernard Wolf
Jun 23, 2023
Bernard Allen Wolfe
February 7, 1939 – June 23, 2023
Bernie Wolfe, 84, passed away with loved ones by his side on June 23, 2023 at his home in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
He was born on February 7, 1939 to Benjamin Wolfe and Ida Ruttenberg Wolfe in Chicago, IL. He is survived by his “one and only” daughter...
Thomas Schawel
Jun 23, 2023
Thomas Brent Schawel passed away peacefully on June 23, 2023 at his home in Santa Fe, NM. Tommy was a bright and energetic spirit who faced life head on with an uncannily ability to make everyone feel special and appreciated. His affable personality always made people laugh at just the right time. Most importantly, he loved and cared deeply for...
Florence Barnes
Jun 23, 2023
Florence Virginia Barnes, 72, passed away June 23, 2023, from complications of lupus, COPD, and the last, most lethal burden, leukemia. She was born in St Augustine, Florida, to Roy and Ellie Barnes on October 26, 1950, 13 months after her sister Nancy. Due to the closeness in age, at first they were raised as twins (matching haircuts, outfits, combined...
Rosina "Rose" Ervin
Jun 22, 2023
Rosina M. Ervin or “Rose,” 69, of Pojoaque, NM, died peacefully on Thursday, June 22, 2023. She was preceded in death by her son, Tobias D. Ervin, parents Belarmino and Frances Giron, in-laws Michael and Mardella Ervin, as well as siblings Roberto Steven, Anna Marie, and Juanita Giron and brother-in-law Rick Ervin. She is survived by her husband, Russell R....
Robert Salas
Jun 21, 2023
On June 21, 2023, Robert passed away peacefully at his residence in Santa Fe, New Mexico. He was preceded in death by this wife Genny and survived by his children, Marsha, Mark, Melissa, and their families.
Robert was born and raised in Raton, New Mexico. In 1948 he showed his adventurous side and joined the Navy. He served for...
Mabel Flores
Jun 20, 2023
The family of Mabel (Donelia) Flores, (78), July 12, 1944--June 20, 2023, announce the passing of our beautiful Mabel from this world to eternal paradise.
She was born to Genaro and Margarita Benavidez and was a lifelong resident of San Juan, NM and a lifelong member of San Miguel del Vado Parish. Mabel married Julian Flores on August 7,...
Nicki Marx
Jun 20, 2023
Nicki Marx Obituary
Surrounded by loving friends, Nicki Marx peacefully passed away June 20, 2023. She presented herself on Oct. 3, 1943 and in a sense never stopped presenting.
She was preceded in death by her parents Donald and Ruth (Ungar) Marx. She had her dad’s chutzpa and her mom’s entrepreneurial drive and social consciousness. Bob Kriebel, her partner of...
Doreen Barela
Jun 19, 2023
Doreen Michelle King Barela, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter and friend. Passed away on June 19, 2023 in La Cienga at age 56.
Proceeded in death by grandparents Antonio and Eufemia Martinez, John and Teresina King, and father Jimmy King.
Survived by mother Lorraine King, husband Steven Ramirez. Sons Anthony, Chris, Joseph, and Justin. Daughters Krissy, Gabby,...
