Obituaries

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

Donald Swain Weber Jr

Donald Swain Weber Jr

March 31, 2026

Donald Swain Weber Jr, 54, of Rio Rancho, NM passed away peacefully on March 31, 2026. He was known for his kind heart, unwavering support for others, and a laugh that could fill any room. Donnie had a lifelong passion for cars, whether building, racing or simply talking about them. He was a man that could fix anything, if it...

Robert Floyd Gardner

Robert Floyd Gardner

March 30, 2026

Robert F. Gardner, beloved father, brother, and uncle, passed away March 30, 2026, at the age of 86, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories that will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

Bob was born on February 3, 1940, in Erie, Pennsylvania to Evelyn and William Gardner. He was the youngest of 8...

Patricia Ann Robertson

Patricia Ann Robertson

March 30, 2026

May 15, 1929 - March 30, 2026

Patricia (Patty) Ann McCracken Robertson went to Heaven at Beehive Assisted Living in Rio Rancho, NM, on Monday, March 30, 2026, at the age of 96. She was born on the McCurdy Mission School campus on May 15, 1929, to Violet (Munns) and Dr Glen F. McCracken in Santa Cruz, NM.

Patty was baptized at...

Julian Graham Bartlett

Julian Graham Bartlett

March 30, 2026

After a brief illness, Julian Bartlett passed away on March 30, 2026. Loved ones were with him at his passing. He lived a long and full life defined by quiet strength, kindness, generosity, and devotion to his family. 

Julian was born on November 5, 1938 in Atlanta, Georgia to Katie Woodward and Julian Graham Bartlett and he spent his early childhood...

Glen Roger Postenrieder

Glen Roger Postenrieder

March 30, 2026

August 29, 1958 – March 30, 2026

Glen Roger Postenrieder, 67, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on March 30, 2026. Glen lived a life marked by kindness, humility, and a deep love for his family, faith, and community.

He dedicated many years working at the University of New Mexico South and North Golf Courses, where he took pride in maintaining the...

Melba F. Medina

Melba F. Medina

March 29, 2026

Melba Roybal Medina, age 87, passed away on March 29, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Born and raised in Peñasco, New Mexico, Melba was the heart of her family-a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and aunt whose life was defined by unconditional love, warmth, and steady faith in the people she cared for most.

Melba shared 65 beautiful years of...

Carol Eileen Garrett

Carol Eileen Garrett

March 29, 2026

Carol Eileen (Randall) Garrett entered the loving arms of the Lord, March 29, 2026, after a long illness. Carol was born in Albuquerque to Perry Leonard and Mabel Blanche Randall on May 25, 1950. She was a life-long resident of Albuquerque.

Carol attended Rio Grande High School and was part of the first graduating class at West Mesa High School. She...

Marie J. Hren

Marie J. Hren

March 29, 2026

Marie Joanna Hren, 89, of Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2026, peacefully in her sleep. She was a loving wife, a teacher, and a loved mother and grandmother.

Marie was born October 28th, 1936, in Manning, Iowa, the daughter of Clifford "Bud" Johnson and Letha Boysen.

Marie graduated from Manning High School in 1954, then went on to...

Maria Elena "Helen" Romero

Maria Elena "Helen" Romero

March 29, 2026

Maria Elena ("Helen") Romero, aged 82, from Cuyamungue, New Mexico, passed away on Palm Sunday, March 29, 2026 in Albuquerque, New Mexico after a lengthy illness.

On January 27, 1944, she was born to Bernardino Romero and Adelina Romero (Trujillo). Helen was a graduate of Loretto Academy, in Santa Fe, New Mexico for High School. She attended New Mexico Highland's University...

Eugene William Kenderdine

Eugene William Kenderdine

March 28, 2026

Eugene William Kenderdine passed away on March 28, 2026, at the age of 95. He was born in Houston, Texas, but spent most of his life in New Mexico. He is survived by his beloved wife, Phyllis Short Kenderdine; children, Shawn (George) Kenderdine, Melanie (Steve) Kenderdine, Paul (Brenda) Kenderdine, Charles DeWitt, and Elizabeth DeWitt; and sister, Lily Ann McLane. He...

Leatrice "Letty" Weiner

Leatrice "Letty" Weiner

March 28, 2026

Leatrice "Letty" Weiner passed away peacefully on March 28, 2026, at the age of 98.

Letty was preceded in death by her parents, Emil and Rose Levene, her sister, Rita Moses, her first husband, Louis Alexander, and her second husband, Irving Weiner.

Born in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania, Letty was the daughter of Emil and Rose Levene and a proud graduate of Temple University....

Joan Cole

Joan Cole

March 28, 2026

COLE, Joan Meadow Cole passed away at home surrounded by her family on March 28, 2026. Joan was born in Wilmington, Delaware to Jacob Robert and Margaret Cobb Meadow on August 10, 1934.

Growing up, Joan lived in Delaware, Tennessee, and New Jersey before finally settling in Lexington, Kentucky at the age of ten. She pursued a topical major in clothing...

Timoteo (Tim) P. L’Esperance

Timoteo (Tim) P. L’Esperance

March 27, 2026

Timoteo ("Tim") P. L'Esperance, 58, passed away on March 27, 2026 following a long and admirable fight against cancer.

Tim was a remarkable father, husband, brother, and friend. Remaining to remember him are his loving wife of 31 years, Denise L'Esperance; his children, Timoteo J. L'Esperance and Julia L'Esperance; his daughter-in-law, Sierra L'Esperance; his mother, Velma L'Esperance; his siblings, Celina Trujillo,...

Hazel Lavenia Taute

Hazel Lavenia Taute

March 27, 2026

Hazel Taute, 93, a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026. Hazel was born in Clovis, New Mexico on October 8, 1932. She grew up in Farwell, Texas and graduated from Farwell High School. She was one of 3 top ranking seniors of the class of 1950. She worked for First National Bank of Albuquerque,...

C. Mario Alba

C. Mario Alba

March 26, 2026

With heavy hearts and deep sorrow, we announce the sudden passing of our son Mario who left this world too soon. Leaving behind his precious daughters Emilia and Sofia Alba, whom he adored and were his life.He was preceded in death by his Maternal Grandparents: Frances and Jose Ramon Romero; Paternal Grandparents: Rosalio and Maria Alba, and cousins Vidal Romero...

Virginia Lee Battle

Virginia Lee Battle

March 26, 2026

"I lost the love of my life last week. Jenny and I were married for 52 years. We were a part of each other. She was my first and only love. There will never be another Jenny. She is my heart and soul."- Berly BattleVirginia "Jenny" Battle passed away on March 26, 2026. God gained another angel that day. She was...

Cynthia A. Skasik

Cynthia A. Skasik

March 25, 2026

Cynthia A. Skasik

January 20, 1948 - March 25, 2026

Cynthia A. Skasik was born on January 20, 1948, in New Home, Texas, to Jay and Aubrey Faye Gossett.

She passed peacefully, preceded in death by both parents; her husband, Gregory Skasik, and her son, Jimmy Adams.

A strong, outspoken, and spirited woman, Ann lived life on her own terms for over 50 years...

Joseph F. Lucero

Joseph F. Lucero

March 25, 2026

Joseph F. Lucero ("Joe") age 85, passed away on March 25, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was preceded in death by his parents, F.C. Lucero and Dolores (Lola) Martinez Lucero. He is survived by his devoted wife, Joy Herren Lucero; his children, Kurt Lucero and Kristi Segal; and his beloved grandchildren: Sarah (28) and her husband, Cody Dye; Emma (21), daughters of Kurt;...

Zachary David Campos

Zachary David Campos

March 25, 2026

Zachary David Campos age 25 of Albuquerque New Mexico passed away on March 25, 2026, due to a motorcycle accident on his way home. On May 5 of 2000 he was born to Michael and Melissa Campos in San Antonio, Texas. Zachary was a graduate of Volcano Vista high school and graduated in 2018.

After graduating, Zach went into the computer...

Rosalena "Rosie" Nance

Rosalena "Rosie" Nance

March 25, 2026

Rosalena (Rosie) Nance, born August 18, 1941, passed away on March 25, 2026. 

She is survived by her son, Richard Nance and wife Amy; grandson, Scott Benson; her sister, Christina Gale; nieces Bernadette Cardarelli and husband Richard; Rhonda Romero and son Kurt Ross; nephews, David Nance and wife Reva, Gino (Ronald) Romero, Michael Nance and wife Mayela, Duane Terry and wife...