Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico
Rick Bastine
Jun 19, 2023
Rick Bastine
July 18th, 1957 - June 19th, 2023
Rick Bastine, 57, resident of Santa Fe, New Mexico; transcended from this earthly realm, and his spirit peacefully transitioned back into the fifth dimension of the quintessence on Juneteenth (June 19th) of 2023; at 4:30 PM at UNM Hospital in Albuquerque, New Mexico. His life, a life which he led and...
Robert Gott
Jun 18, 2023
For a more detailed retrospective on Robert Gott’s very full life you can visit https://www.forevermissed.com/robert-walter-gott/gallery/photos
“Soul is who and what you truly are, and as Soul you are eternal.”
On June 18, 2023, after a protracted period of illness, Robert Walter Gott translated peacefully at home with loved ones nearby. Robert was born in Milwaukee, WI, on January...
Barbara Kleinman
Jun 17, 2023
We would like to honor our mother Barbara L. Kleinman who passed away peacefully, June 17,2023 at Scott’s House in Santa Fe, NM. She was 97. She was a kind and generous wife, mother, aunt, grandparent and friend. After leaving her home of 60+ years in Shawnee Mission, Kansas she moved to Santa Fe to be near her daughter. ...
Theresa Garcia
Jun 17, 2023
Theresa H. Garcia
Theresa (Tere) H. Garcia, 93, beloved mother, grams, tia and prima, a resident of Las Vegas, N.M., went to be with our Lord on June 17th., 2023. She passed away peacefully surrounded by her family.
Theresa was born in Tecolote, N.M. to Margarito and Saturnina Herrera on May 23rd., 1930.
Theresa is preceded in death by her...
Eugene Gray
Jun 16, 2023
Eugene (Gene) Gray ~ January 14, 1926 – June 16, 2023
Eugene (Gene) Gray passed away peacefully and gracefully with his family by his side in Taos, NM on June 16, 2023.
Gene was born in Chicago, IL. He is survived by his loving family including his wife of 67 years, Sara Jean Gray, his son, Daniel (Darlene) Gray of...
Josephine Aguino
Jun 16, 2023
On Friday, June 16, 2023, Josephine Aguino, loving mom, grandma, and great-grandma was called to heaven at age 96. Josephine was born on August 23, 1926 at her home in El Guache to Leondro and Octaviana Gallegos. She lived in California for a few years until she moved back home. She married Juan Aguino and together they raised 3 boys.She...
Lydia Salazar
Jun 16, 2023
Lydia Salazar, 85, of Taos passed away on June 16, 2023. She is preceded in death by her husband, Leo George Salazar, sons, Michael and David Salazar, son in law, Hugo Herrera. She is survived by her children, Leonard Salazar, Loretta Salazar, Ernest Salazar and Ricky Salazar, many grandchildren, great grandchildren, sisters, Odie Martinez, Isabel Trujillo and Molly Mondragon (Pat)...
Betty Mares-Maxwell
Jun 15, 2023
Betty Lynn Mares Maxwell
Betty Lynn Mares Maxwell, 64 A loving Daughter, Aunt, cousin and friend. Born and raised in Santa Fe, NM. Went to Rest in the arms of Our Lord On June 15, 2023. She is preceded in death by her Father Gilbert Mares Nephew Ray Griego. She is survived by her Mother Faye Mares, Brother Frank I...
Jimmy Salazar
Jun 15, 2023
Jimmy R. Salazar, age 90, died in Santa Fe, NM on June 15, 2023. He was born on June 12, 1933 in Taos, NM to the late Tillie and James Salazar.
Jimmy is survived by his son and daugther-in-law, Larry and Laura; daughter and son-in-law, Denise and Eric; daughters-in-law, Wanda and Becky; three grandchildren and one great grandchild.
He is...
Domitilla Clokey
Jun 14, 2023
Domitilla “Tilla” Clokey
September 10, 1929- June 14, 2023
As I wake up in awe of God’s glory, so grateful that you are a part of my story. As you approach Heavenly Fathers throne, the choir of Angels welcomes you home. So unworthy to stand; Jesus our Lord and savior takes your hand. Mom, Grandma as you turn the page,...
Juby Espinoza
Jun 14, 2023
On June 14, 2023 after a brief illness, Juby Espinoza was welcomed to his Heavenly home by our Lord and Saviour, the Saints, and the Angels. His homecoming is being celebrated by his parents, Edumenio and Ursula Abeyta Espinoza and Tio Lalo. Juby is preceded in death by his sibilings, Evaristo Espinoza, Edumenia Espinoza, Juan Tomas Espinoza, Jose Espinoza, Oclides...
Nicholas Capelli
Jun 13, 2023
Nicholas Adam Capelli, passed away on June 13, 2023 at his residence in Los Alamos, NM. Nicholas, born on March 3, 1996, was only 27 years old. His family is deeply saddened by his death.
Nicholas was a beautiful and precious person inside and out. Nicholas had a heart of gold and was a remarkable young man that made impressions...
Steven Christian
Jun 12, 2023
Steven Brent Christian, 55, of Arroyo Seco, passed away unexpectedly on June 12, 2023. No services will be held.
Arrangements by Rivera Family Funeral Home. To share a memory, please visit our website at www.riverafuneralhome.com
Jerry Kittell
Jun 8, 2023
Jerry Morgan Kittell
Jerry Kittell, age 67, passed away on June 8, 2023, at his home in Santa Fe, NM. Born on September 30, 1955, he lived his entire life in Santa Fe. Jerry was a career mechanic for Ford Motor Company and enjoyed racing cars as a hobby. He also enjoyed flying planes, playing guitar, reading and crossword...
Thomas Blondis
Jun 8, 2023
Thomas A. Blondis, MD (retired) was born August 9, 1948 in Joliet, Illinois to Ernest R. Blondis, MD and Mary Claire Blondis (nee Steffen). He was the fifth of eight siblings, the late Mary Stephanie Bower (late Rodney); the late Sara Alice Roignant (Germain); the late Ernest R. Blondis, Jr (the late Linda Jones); Robert Henry Blondis (Rita Richards) of...
Joel Goodkind
Jun 7, 2023
An Artist, Activist, lover of animals and husband to Alanah. Joel Goodkind, age 84, of Taos passed away June 07, 2023.
No services are planned for Joel Goodkind.
Arrangements by Rivera Family Funeral Home. To share a memory, please visit our website at www.riverafuneralhome.com
Cheryl Montoya
Jun 6, 2023
Cheryl Lee Montoya
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved Cheryl Lee Montoya (46) of Taos. Cheryl went suddenly to be with the Lord on June 6, 2023. While Cheryl left far too soon, the impact her love and faith-filled life had on her children, and those who had the privilege of knowing...
Peggy Williams
Jun 6, 2023
Peggy Alice Williams was called to Heaven June 6th, 2023 at the age of 76.
A New Mexican native; born February 12th, 1947 in Taos to Paul and Louise Iko. She had two brothers, William and Robert, and one sister, Laurie.
As a child she flourished in the Taos beauty and arts. She excelled in school and in her twenties...
Noah Watson
Jun 5, 2023
Noah Watson passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, June 5, 2023, surrounded by his family. Noah was 92 and was born in Gallup, New Mexico to Noah Watson Sr. and Juanita Watson. He is preceded in death by his wife of 63 years. Della Watson, his son Leroy Watson and great granddaughter, Destiny Herrera, sister Emma Baca, brothers...
