Obituaries

RECENT OBITUARIES

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

Bhavna Vaidya

Bhavna Vaidya

Jan 24, 2026

Bhavna Vaidya, 57. Our beloved Wife, and Mother passed away on January 24, 2026. Memorial Service and Visitation will be held at 1:30 pm on Saturday, January 31, 2026 at French Funerals 10500 Lomas Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM.

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Linda Ruth Brooks

Linda Ruth Brooks

Jan 24, 2026

Linda R. (Wolfe) Brooks passed away January 24, 2026 at the age of 82 in her home in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Born May 26, 1943, in Perry, Kansas to Leland and Eunice (Cowan) Wolfe. Linda was the mother of four sons, Frank (Dale) Hubbell, Bill Hubbell, Chris (LeAnn) Hubbell, and Rob (Shannon) Hubbell; and one stepdaughter, Cari Brooks-Allen. She is...

Michael Andrew Haley

Michael Andrew Haley

Jan 23, 2026

Michael Andrew Haley, son of Don and Frances DeWolfe Haley, was born March 22, 1951, in Los Angeles, California. He peacefully passed away surrounded by family in Albuquerque, New Mexico on January 23, 2026. He was 74 years old.

Michael grew up in Manhattan Beach, California and enjoyed a family and friend-filled childhood. He attended local elementary and junior high schools...

Gary Del Nelson

Gary Del Nelson

Jan 23, 2026

Gary D. Nelson, 82, passed away January 23, 2026 surrounded by family. He was born May 7, 1943 to Analee and Delmar Robert Nelson in Pekin, Illinois.

Gary is survived by his son, Mark and wife, Carol; cherished family Steve Karman and wife Diana; grandchildren, Miles and Lauren Hilton, and Joseph Karman; mom, Analee Nelson; sister, Kim Archuleta; numerous nieces and nephews and...

Karl Alan Nelson

Karl Alan Nelson

Jan 23, 2026

Karl Alan Nelson passed away peacefully at his home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, on Thursday, January 23. He was born on July 15, 1962, in Los Angeles, California, to Betty and Richard Nelson, and was the oldest of five boys-a role he carried with strength, humor, and a big heart.

His family later moved to Las Cruces, where he...

Jack Joseph Swift

Jack Joseph Swift

Jan 23, 2026

Jack Joseph Swift was 85 years old when he went to be with Jesus on January 23, 2026. He resided in Rio Rancho, NM for the last 23 years, and was born on April 21, 1940, to parents, Benjamin and Lillian, in Chicago, Illinois.

He is survived by his loving wife, Linda, her four children, and four granddaughters; his daughter, Susan...

Elizabeth Ann Duran

Elizabeth Ann Duran

Jan 23, 2026

Elizabeth (Liz) Duran, born on March 30, 1947, in Albuquerque, peacefully began her eternal journey on January 23, 2026 after a long illness of heart disease and pulmonary hypertension. Liz was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, niece, aunt, and sister-in-law. She lived a simple and quiet life with her husband, Joe and family. Liz enjoyed gardening and attending to...

Patricia Mary Smith

Patricia Mary Smith

Jan 22, 2026

Patricia Mary Smith, age 78, went home to her Lord and Savior on Thursday January 22, 2026.

A devoted and loving mother, she gave her whole heart to her family, always filling her home with warmth and kindness. Born June 1, 1947, in New Rochelle, NY.

She would go on to enjoy a career working as a secretary at Bristol Myers before...

Diane Elizabeth Martin

Diane Elizabeth Martin

Jan 21, 2026

Diane Elizabeth Martin, born on April 8, 1943, in Seattle, Washington, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Diane dedicated over 43 years of her life as a Registered Nurse, serving countless patients and earning the respect and admiration of her colleagues in the hospital industry.

A devoted mother, Diane is survived by her son, Chris Martin,...

Kenneth Robert Ashby

Kenneth Robert Ashby

Jan 21, 2026

Ken Ashby passed away quietly on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, after a sudden accident. He was surrounded by his life partner Judy Bentley, sister Arlinda Hansen and brother John Ashby.

Ken was an avid music lover and had several music rooms at his house and at his partner Judy's house. He attended many audio shows and made friends around...

Wilbur Dean Walters

Wilbur Dean Walters

Jan 21, 2026

Wilbur Dean Walters, a beloved husband, loving father, grandfather, great grandfather, great-great grandfather, uncle and friend to many, passed away peacefully surrounded by his 4 children and 2 granddaughters on January 21, 2026 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, at the age of 92.

Born in Albion, Illinois, on August 25, 1933 to Harry E. and Blanche Walters. Dean lived a life...

Ana Luz Rizzieri

Ana Luz Rizzieri

Jan 20, 2026

Ana Luz Rizzieri, age 97, born in Taos, NM, on June 4, 1928, passed away on January 20, 2026. She married Patrick Rizzieri of Seneca Falls, NY in December 1950, and is survived by her children: Bruce and wife Sally, Brian, and Barbara Lansdowne and husband, Greg; 8 grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren.

Ana was a graduate of New Mexico Highlands University....

Gerald E. (Gerry) Trumper

Gerald E. (Gerry) Trumper

Jan 20, 2026

The world became less bright on January 20th, 2026, with the passing of Gerald E. Trumper (Gerry) at the age of 49. He was born in Las Vegas, Nevada on June 25th, 1976, beloved son of Teresa Trumper and Donald Trumper, Jr.

Gerry was a devoted loving father, a warm and supportive brother, an extraordinary uncle, and a loyal friend to...

Glenda Faye Newman

Glenda Faye Newman

Jan 20, 2026

Glenda Faye Newman, 74 of Albuquerque passed away Tuesday January 20, 2026 surrounded by family holding her hand. Glenda loved dancing, especially in the rain. She adored her grandchildren dearly.

She was preceded in death by her daughter Lesley in 2006. She is survived by her son Kevin Nix and his wife Laura. Grandchildren Paige Nix(Armando), Cameron Nix and Christopher...

Ed White

Ed White

Jan 20, 2026

Just shy of his 80th birthday, Ed passed. My NorthStar, my rock, my home, my soul mate is gone and I know he is in a better place with no pain and suffering. Ed was born on February 23, 1946 in Farmington, NM. His given name was Ralph Eddie White. He was the son of Earl White and Doris Bullock...

Anne Crockett

Anne Crockett

Jan 20, 2026

Anne Harlan Crockett, a beloved mother and grandmother passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 20, 2026, shortly after her 94th birthday.Born on January 17, 1932, in Crowley, Louisiana, Anne was the daughter of Joseph McHugh and Ruth McHugh. She grew up in Jennings, Louisiana with her sister Patty, and two brothers Joe, and Jim, and graduated with her...

diana frederick

diana frederick

Jan 19, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of diana j. o. frederick, beloved wife, sister, and friend, on January 19, 2026, at the age of 66.

diana was born on June 12, 1959, and lived most of her life in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She graduated from Highland High School and proudly served in the U.S. Navy. diana's professional...

Vera Leona Pulley

Vera Leona Pulley

Jan 19, 2026

Vera Leona Pulley, born on July 4th, 1949, of Adrian Michigan passed away on January 19th ,2026. She graduated from Henry Ford Hospital School of Nursing in Detroit Michigan. She moved to New Mexico and was a successful nurse for over 25 years. While taking on many roles as a nurse in the hospital including ICU and CCU, she eventually did kidney dialysis...

Anthony Joseph Lujan

Anthony Joseph Lujan

Jan 19, 2026

Anthony J. Lujan,

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Anthony J. Lujan, on January 19, 2026, at the age of 70. Anthony was born on August 23,1955, in Las Vegas, New Mexico, to the loving union of Herman Jose and Emily Adelicia Lujan (Duran).

He spent his formative years in Pueblo, Colorado, where he was a member of...

James Whitson

James Whitson

Jan 19, 2026

James (Jim) Robert Whitson, born on December 4, 1954, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2026, in Albuquerque. He is survived by his beloved wife of 43 years, Stephanie Whitson; his son, Jay Bloom; his daughter, Jenny Ferguson; and his daughter, Whitney Seabrease. Jim cherished the time spent with his eight grandchildren, who brought immense joy to his...