Christopher Patrick

Berkheimer

Christopher Patrick Berkheimer, 58 years old, formerly of Haverstraw, New York, passed away peacefully at his home in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on October 16, 2026.

Christopher graduated with honors from North Rockland High School and went on to earn a Ph.D. in law from the University of New Mexico. He proudly served in the United States Army and was a Veteran of Operation Desert Storm.

Christopher continued his commitment to public service as a foreign service aide to Bill Richardson and as New Mexico's Director of Homeland Security. His family takes great pride in his years of service to his country and to the people of New Mexico.

Christopher is survived by his only child, Hannah Berkheimer of California, and by his mother, Mariellen Berkheimer, and his sisters, Sheila Merrell and Cynthia Berkheimer, all of Arizona. He was preceded in death by his father, Donald Joseph Berkheimer of New York.

Christopher loved learning-especially history and politics. He loved his dog and his family, he mostly loved his only child, Hannah.

Christopher will be deeply missed and remembered with love by his family.