OBITUARIES
Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Santa Fe, NM, Santa Fe County & Surrounding Areas
Daniel "Danny" Martinez
Jan 26, 2026
Daniel “Danny” Martinez
2/20/1950-1/26/2026
Danny Martinez 75 passed away surrounded by his “girls” on January 26, 2026 in Albuquerque, NM. Danny was born on February 20, 1950 to Sixto and Catalina Martinez in Santa Fe, NM.
Danny is preceeded in death by his wife Elizabeth, daughter Deanne, his mother and father, siblings; Ernest, Jennie, Zelda, George and beloved niece Teresa, as well as...
Aurelia Moya
Jan 17, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our cherished mother, Aurelia Teresa Moya, July 8, 1942 - January 17, 2026. She is deeply mourned by her five daughters and their families: Annette Stewart, Donna (Russell) Ward, Loretta (Richard) Martinez, Carol Sandoval, and Jennifer Sandoval.
Mom is survived by her beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Sara Stewart and Sam Stewart; Karlen (Arden)...
Maria Rosario Gutierrez
Jan 12, 2026
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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
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
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...
James Bayard Carey
Jan 1, 2026
James Bayard Carey embarked on his final space journey on January 1, 2026. He passed away peacefully at his home in Santa Fe, NM. He is survived by his son, Colin Carey and Colin’s mother, Kelley, who remained an important and close presence in his life.
Best known as Bayard Carey, he was an accomplished motion picture sound mixer, filmmaker, designer,...
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
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
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...
Nicholas Lash
Dec 20, 2025
Nicholas Lash
January 20, 2004 – December 20, 2025
Nicholas Lash passed away on December 20, 2025, at the age of 21.
Nicholas was all love. Quiet and deeply thoughtful, he was never one for small talk—but when he spoke,
his words were profound and meaningful. He carried a depth that drew people in and left a lasting
impression on those who truly listened.
At his...
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
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.
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),...
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