OBITUARIES
Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Santa Fe, NM, Santa Fe County & Surrounding Areas
Jose Luis Zapien Molina
Jun 24, 2026
Con profundo dolor, pero con la esperanza puesta en Cristo y en la promesa de la vida eterna, la familia de José Luis Zapien Molina comunica su sensible fallecimiento el 24 de junio de 2026 en Santa Fe, Nuevo México.
José Luis nació el 19 de agosto de 1965 en Hidalgo del Parral, Chihuahua, México. Fue un hombre trabajador, noble, ingenioso...
Shawn Ensey Martinez
Jun 21, 2026
In Loving Memory of Shawn Ensey Martinez
July 28, 2011 – June 21, 2026
With profound sadness and immeasurable love, we announce the passing of our beloved son,
Shawn Ensey Martinez, who left this world on June 21, 2026, at the age of 14.
Though his time with us was far too short, Shawn filled every day with laughter, love, and a spirit
that touched...
Gloria Marina Alvarado Ramos
Jun 18, 2026
Con mucho amor, cariño y fe en nuestro Señor Jesucristo recordamos a nuestra hna. Gloria Marina Alvarado de Contreras, una maravillosa mujer, esposa y madre, que siempre luchó por amar a su familia y vivir para el bienestar de ellos, nos quedamos con muy buenos recuerdos y con su esposo David Contreras y sus hijos Estrella y Rey David quienes...
Carlos Ernesto Soto
Jun 16, 2026
In Loving Memory of Carlos Soto
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Carlos Soto. Carlos was a loving son, brother, uncle, family member, and friend whose kindness, strength, and generous spirit touched the lives of everyone who knew him.
Carlos had a heart full of love and was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in...
Eloy Chavez
Jun 6, 2026
Eloy Chavez, age 68, went home to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on Saturday, June 6th, 2026. He was born on July 29th, 1957 in Estancia, New Mexico to Enrique and Anita Chavez. He was the ninth of ten children, and the baby boy of the family. The family moved to Albuquerque in 1961, when Eloy was...
Eloy Eugene Martinez
Jun 5, 2026
Eloy E. Martinez, beloved husband, father, grandfather, educator, deacon, author, and community leader, passed away peacefully at his home in El Duende, New Mexico, on June 5, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Taos, New Mexico, Eloy was the cherished son of Eloy V. Martinez and Onofre M. Martinez. Throughout his life, he embodied the values of faith, service, education, and...
Laura Geraldine Franco
Jun 4, 2026
In Loving Memory of our sister, Laura G. Lopez-Franco. Laura was born on October 21, 1961, Laura passed, unexpectedly on June 4, 2026, at her home in Santa Fe.
Laura was the fourth of six children born to Elena and Porfirio Lopez who preceded her in death. As well as her husband of 39 years, Manuel Franco, her nephew Randall Lopez...
Xavier Lucas Romero
Jun 4, 2026
XAVIER LUCAS ROMERO
March 6, 1995 – June 4, 2026
Xavier Lucas Romero passed away unexpectedly on June 4, 2026, at the age of 31 years old. He resided in Santa Fe, New Mexico, and graduated from St. Michael’s High School in 2013. Xavier served six years with the New Mexico Army National Guard, earning an Honorable Discharge, and was later employed...
Victoria Isabel Romero
Jun 4, 2026
Victoria “Tori” Isabella Romero, 28 years old, passed away unexpectedly on June 4, 2026 at her home in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Victoria was born on January 2, 1998 in Santa Fe and graduated from Pecos High School in 2016. Since her graduation Tori worked in different careers in her short life time. From working at the local Dairy Queen during...
Victoria Elaine Johnson Beardsley
May 30, 2026
Victoria Beardsley, 81 years old, passed away peacefully the evening of May 30th, 2026, at her home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, in the loving presence of family.
Victoria was born in the summer of 1944, in Spokane, Washington, and grew up immersed in the lush natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest before spending many years living and working along the...
Alicia Seferina Garcia
May 27, 2026
In Loving Memory of Alicia (Alice) Seferina Garcia
January 6, 1940 – May 27, 2026
With profound love and deep sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Alicia, who left this world peacefully on May 27, 2026, surrounded by family.
Born in Nambe, NM, Alicia lived a life defined by kindness, resilience, and an unwavering devotion to those she loved. She...
John Anthony Titone
May 22, 2026
John Anthony Titone was born in Washington, D.C., on November 29,1948, to Charles Titone and Helen Perry Titone. Soon after, the family moved to Floral Park, New York, where John grew up as the oldest of seven children.
From an early age, records and what they were played on interested him. He spent many hours building the collection he enjoyed throughout his life. John served...
Angelo Ortiz
May 13, 2026
Angelo Augustine Ortiz
It is with profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of our beloved Angelo
Augustine Ortiz, age 51, on May 13, 2026. Angelo was born on April 10, 1975, at Edwards Air
Force Base California to Orlando and Irene Ortiz.
Angelo was preceded in death by his son, Damyan Baca; his brother Steven Ambrosio Ortiz,
maternal grandparents, Enrique and Esther De...
Ruth E. Smith
May 13, 2026
Ruth E. Smith, 71 years old, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2026 in Rio, Rancho, New Mexico. Born on March 22, in Albany, New York, Ruth lived a life, filled with dedication to her work, cherished relationships, with family and friends, and simple joys that brought her happiness. Ruth devoted 37 years of her career to the New York...
Schell Hickel
May 8, 2026
Schell Ames Hickel passed away on May 8th, 2026.
He resided in Santa Fe, NM with his wife Tamela (TJ) Hickel and dog Elliot since moving from St. Paul, MN in 2023.
Schell was retired from a career as a scenic artist for Rush River Scenic in Baldwin, WI and beloved animation faculty at MCAD in Minneapolis.
He began his artistic career as...
Charlotte Sandelin
May 4, 2026
Charlotte Ann Sandelin passed from natural causes in the early morning on May 4, 2026. She was born on February 18, 1956, to Charlotte Hanlon. Charlotte and her sister Andrea spent their childhoods on the move, often living on farms – hence their lifelong love of horses. They eventually settled in Vermont, near most of the extended family. Charlotte's mother...
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