Obituaries

RECENT OBITUARIES

LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.

Judith W. Mead

Judith W. Mead

Mar 2, 2026

Judith died peacefully in her sleep after a prolonged illness at age 93. She was preceded in death by her husband, Keith Mead; daughter, Catherine Miners and husband Sam; and stepdaughter, Marge Mead. She is survived by her daughter, Julia Garratt and husband Michael; grandson Steven White and husband, Jonathan Lees; brother Hugh Scilley and wife Janis; stepdaughter Roberta Michaud...

Carol L. Fox

Carol L. Fox

Mar 2, 2026

We are saddened to share that Carol Fox has passed away on March 2, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.

David Ora Smallwood

David Ora Smallwood

Mar 1, 2026

We are saddened to share that David Smallwood has passed away on March 1, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.

Steven Eric Carlson

Steven Eric Carlson

Feb 27, 2026

In Loving Memory of Steven E. CarlsonOctober 9, 1956 - February 27, 2026Steven E. Carlson, age 69, of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, and formerly of Chicago, Omaha, Crystal Lake, and Ridgewood, passed away peacefully. A devoted husband, father, and the ultimate Chicago sports fan, Steve leaves behind a legacy of loyalty and laughter. As all who knew him are aware,...

Kaye "Don" Weaks

Kaye "Don" Weaks

Feb 27, 2026

We are saddened to share that Kaye "Don" Weaks has passed away on February 27, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.

Katharina Naase

Katharina Naase

Feb 26, 2026

We are saddened to share that Katharina Naase has passed away on February 26, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.

Fernando "Nelson" Rodrigues

Fernando "Nelson" Rodrigues

Feb 25, 2026

Fernando Nelson Rodrigues, 83, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2026, due to health complications from Alzheimer's Disease.

Nelson was born on September 4, 1942, in Machico, Madeira Island, Portugal. His family moved to the United States in April 1949, where he became a U.S. Naturalized Citizen.

Nelson grew up in Provincetown, MA, and graduated with honors from...

Vern Charles Hagen

Vern Charles Hagen

Feb 25, 2026

We are saddened to share that Vern Hagen has passed away on February 25, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.

Sally Ann Davis

Sally Ann Davis

Feb 24, 2026

Sally Ann Davis, born on July 13, 1942, in Canton, Ohio, passed away on February 24, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where she resided. Sally was a beloved mother, sister, and friend, known for her warmth, humor and kindness. She is survived by her two sons, Charles Brysson Davis and Zachary Granville Davis, as well as her brothers, Don, Bob,...

Amar Bharadwaj

Amar Bharadwaj

Feb 23, 2026

In Loving Memory of Amar Bharadwaj

June 17, 1949 - February 23, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Amar Bharadwaj, who left this world peacefully on February 23, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, surrounded by his loving family. He was 76 years old. He was born and raised in Jamshedpur, Amar carried with him a lifelong...

Janet Bunny Sanchez

Janet Bunny Sanchez

Feb 21, 2026

Janet Bunny Sanchez, age 78, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at home in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was born on July 4, 1947, to Earl and Betty Lou Boule.

Bunny graduated in the class of 1965 from Highland High School and attended the University of New Mexico. Bunny married the love of her life,...

Lillian Bernice Tagliaferri

Lillian Bernice Tagliaferri

Feb 21, 2026

Lillian Bernice Tagliaferri 91, passed away peacefully at home on February 21, 2026, in Albuquerque, NM. Lillian was born in Santa Fe, NM on October 13, 1934, to Gilbert and Clorinda Pacheco as the fourth of four children. She was a graduate of Albuquerque High School in 1952 and three years later met her future husband Pete Tagliaferri. Lillian and...

Mildred "Millie" Irby Weeks

Mildred "Millie" Irby Weeks

Feb 21, 2026

Mrs. Mildred Irby Weeks of Albuquerque, NM passed away on February 21, 2026, the day after her 99th birthday. She was born on February 20, 1927 in Raton, NM to Arthur Blaine Irby and Ora Belle Victor.

After high school Millie moved to Albuquerque to attend the University of New Mexico. She was a member of Chi Omega Sorority. She got...

Mollie Constancia

Mollie Constancia

Feb 19, 2026

Mollie Constancia, 91, beloved Wife, Mother, and Daughter, was called to her eternal resting place on February 19, 2026. She entered this world on July 18, 1934 in Trujillo, NM, born to Demecio and Conferina Constancia. She is preceded in death by her husband Fred Constancia. She is survived by daughter Elizabeth Schwartz; son Ralph Constancia; daughter Deanne Constancia and their beloved...

Thomas Andrew Parkhill III

Thomas Andrew Parkhill III

Feb 19, 2026

Thomas Andrew Parkhill III



Thomas Andrew Parkhill III, age 80, passed away on February 19, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Tom was born in Newburgh, New York, at St. Luke's Hospital on September 8, 1945, to Thomas Andrew Parkhill II and Margaret Parkhill, nee Margaret Formes, now both deceased.

Tom graduated from Newburgh Free Academy in 1964. Tom's college career included earning...

Adeline Elisa Vega

Adeline Elisa Vega

Feb 18, 2026

Adeline Vega (nee Lopez) age 98, a beautiful, devoted and above all, loving Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother was escorted to heaven by Angels of God on Ash Wednesday morning, February 18, 2026.Our Dear one was known by everyone as sweet, kind and adoring, with a strong belief in God, praying the rosary and finding peace reciting special prayers. In...

Bill J. Zoucha

Bill J. Zoucha

2026

Bill passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his girls on February 17th after a long struggle with multiple health issues. The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at the Heart Hospital for their loving care during his long stay there. Bill was born in Concordia, Kansas, on September 19, 1950 to Fred E. Zoucha and Geneva Ratcliff...

Kathryn Louise Malone

Kathryn Louise Malone

Feb 17, 2026

Kathryn Louise Henderson Malone, age 82, was called home to be with God on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. Born on November 4, 1943, in San Antonio, Texas, Kathryn spent her early years there before her family moved to Waco. From a young age, her life was filled with music, friendship, and joy. She loved running around with her friends, singing...

Dale Allyn Mochko

Dale Allyn Mochko

Feb 17, 2026

Dale Allyn Mochko peacefully departed on February 17, 2026. A beloved husband, father and grandfather, he was 77 years old. Born on October 2, 1948 in Cleveland Ohio, he graduated from the University of Toledo in 1970 and entered the Air Force in 1971. A position with the NM Air National Guard brought him to Albuquerque where he continued his...

Eleanor Boecker

Eleanor Boecker

Feb 17, 2026

We are saddened to share that Eleanor Boecker has passed away on February 17, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.