Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico
Rose Gonzales
Jul 3, 2023
Rose Ada Gonzales, age 94, of Taos, NM a loving mother, sister, grandmother, and great grandmother went to be with the Lord on the evening of Monday, July 3, 2023. Rose was born on October 1928, in Chamisal, New Mexico to Jose Paz Lopez and Leonarda Lopez. Rose was one of twelve children. On June 25, 1949, she married the...
Pauline Castillo
Jul 3, 2023
Pauline F, (Brown) Castilo, 83 of Pojoaque, NM passed away on July 3rd, 2023, surrounded by her loving family and her beloved chihuahua, Mama's Baby on the 20th anniversary of her mom's passing. She was born in Ranchos de Taos, NM on July 25, 1939, to Rumalda (Sanchez) Brown and Eugene Brown. Pauline married her loving and devoted husband, Armando...
Nancy Hernandez
Jul 2, 2023
Nancy M. Hernandez was born on March 23, 1951 in Springer, NM and made her journey home to heaven on July 2, 2023.
Her parents Henry and Eliza Monnet preceded her in death. Also preceding her in death are brother George, sister Susie Rigoni, and brother Arthur.
She is survived by her loving husband Vicente, whom she married...
Oclides Tenorio
Jul 2, 2023
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved Oclides Maria Soleded Tenorio, 85. Oclides went suddenly to be with our Lord on July 2, 2023. She was a lifelong resident of Arroyo Seco. Oclides dedicated her life to her family. The impact of her love and faith-filled life had on her extended family and...
Abram Paul
Jul 2, 2023
Abram Paul, 49, passed away July 2, 2023. He was born November 1973 to Edward and Karen Paul. He proceeded in death by his parents. Abram is survived by his brother, Alexander Paul, cousin, Ian Paul, aunt, Barbara Paul and second cousins, Anson and Licia Paul.
Abe was a second-generation master craftsman, his natural talent of working wood will live...
Elsie Hays
Jul 1, 2023
ELSIE M. FERRAN HAYS (92)
April 24, 1931 – July 1, 2023
Born the fifth child of Isidore Hipolito Ferran and Marianita Flossie Cortez at the ranch in Coyote, NM on April 24, 1931. She grew up with a love and appreciation for her family, ranch life, culture and animals of all kinds. After graduating from Santa Fe High...
Clara Gonzales
Jul 1, 2023
CLARA STANEK GONZALES Feb. 4, 1938 – July 1, 2023
Clara Stanek Gonzales, longtime resident of Santa Fe and Los Alamos, passed away July 1, 2023, from breast cancer.
She was born Feb. 4, 1938, the first daughter of Joseph B. Stanek and Angeline Laurence in Bolivar, MO, on a farm located in the southwestern farm belt of Missouri. The...
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...
