Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Santa Fe, Espanola, Taos, and Los Alamos, New Mexico

Thomas Schawel

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

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

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

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

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

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

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,...

Rick Bastine

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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