OBITUARIES

Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Santa Fe, NM, Santa Fe County & Surrounding Areas

Michael Levine

Michael Levine

Jan 11, 2026

In Memory of Michael H. Levine

A Life Well-Lived

Michael Levine passed away on January 11, 2026 at the age of 73 in Santa Fe, NM. Born on March 24, 1952 in Pittsburgh, PA, Michael was an accomplished golfer, skier, bridge player and chef. His enthusiasm for life was infectious, and his integrity uncompromising. He is survived by his wife and partner,...

Gabriel Martinez

Gabriel Martinez

Jan 11, 2026

Gabriel Tommy Martinez, lovingly known as little Tommy was called to be with our Lord on January 11,2026. Tommy was born March 5, 1980 in Santa Fe NM to Tommy Sr and Mary Ann Martinez.

Tommy had had a passion for painting and creating art, which brought him great peace and joy. He found comfort in the beauty of the outdoors...

Leroy John Riggs

Leroy John Riggs

Jan 3, 2026

Leroy J. Riggs (74) of Santa Fe, NM passed away peacefully at home on January 3rd, 2026. Leroy was a devoted & beloved Son, Brother, Uncle, Friend & Navy Veteran.

Leroy is preceded in death by his Mother Aurora A. Riggs, Father James Riggs, Biological Father Napoleon Ortiz, Brother & Sister-in-law Eddie & Ruth Ortiz, Niece Heather Ortiz & Nephew Dominic...

Maria Norma Ramirez

Maria Norma Ramirez

Dec 31, 2025

Con profundo dolor, pero con fe en la promesa de la vida eterna, anunciamos el fallecimiento de nuestra querida madre, abuela, hermana y amiga María N. Ramírez, quien partió a la presencia del Señor el 31 de Diciembre de 2025, a la edad de 54 años. Nació el 19 de Marzo de 1971.

María fue una mujer fuerte, amorosa y llena...

David Edward Frazee

David Edward Frazee

Dec 26, 2025

David Edward "Walter" Frazee went to surf with the aliens on December 26, 2025, in Santa Fe, New Mexico. He was 71 years old.

Born on July 15, 1954, in Phoenix, Arizona, David spent his life grounded in the values of hard work and craftsmanship. A lifelong mechanic, he dedicated his career to understanding and repairing the machines that keep the...

Carmen Mary Quintana

Carmen Mary Quintana

Dec 22, 2025

Carmen Mary Quintana, a lifelong resident of Santa Fe, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2025, at the age of 89. Born at St. Vincent’s Hospital in 1936, Carmen’s life was deeply rooted in the culture and history of Santa Fe.

Carmen attended Guadalupe Elementary, Loretto Catholic and Santa Fe High School. Her professional life was as dynamic and multifaceted as...

Manuel "Manny" Anthony Maes

Manuel "Manny" Anthony Maes

Dec 16, 2025

Manuel (Manny) Anthony Maes

02/13/1983-12/16/2025

Manuel (42) born February 13th,1983, of Santa Fe, New Mexico suddenly passed to be in the arms of our Heavenly Father on December 16th,2025. He will always be remembered for his kind and big loving heart. Manuel is survived by his mother Patricia Maes Pedregon and father Jesus Pedregon, brother Patrick Maes (Marissa & girls), sisters Monica...

Michael William Cardell

Michael William Cardell

Dec 10, 2025

Michael William Cardell 

July 19, 1949 – December 10, 2025

Nothing about Michael was rushed, careless, or halfway done. His philosophy was not the cliché “measure twice, cut once.” His was draw, plan, think, measure, (rethink), list, gather, measure again, and only then, finally, cut. His life was a practice of devotion disguised as method. He created an artistry of care behind...

Pablo F. Ortega Jr.

Pablo F. Ortega Jr.

Dec 8, 2025

Our beloved brother, Pablo F. Ortega Jr., was called to his eternal rest on December 8, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents, Pablo and Camen Ortega and his brother Michael Ortega. He is survived by his siblings Dr. Gloria Rendon (Andrew), John Ortega (Dany Ridler), Rose Rael (Antonio), Daniel Ortega (Julie), Loreen Mendiola (Anthony), Charles Ortega (Darlene),...

Steve Jimenez-Griego

Steve Jimenez-Griego

Nov 25, 2025

Steve Jimenez-Griego

60, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on November 25, 2025, and entered into the gates of heaven.

Steve was born on June 5, 1965. He graduated from Albuquerque High School, Class of 1983. From a young age, he discovered his passion for cars, a love that shaped the course of his entire life. He dedicated his career to working...