Obituaries

RECENT OBITUARIES

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

Edith Maria Abrego

Edith Maria Abrego

Feb 11, 2026

Edith Abrego

June 13, 1928 - February 11, 2026

Edith Abrego passed away peacefully on February 11, 2026, at the age of 97. She was a remarkable woman whose strength, courage, and unwavering positivity left a lasting mark on everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.

Although she did not have children of her own, Tía Edita opened her...

Janette Kay Murphy

Janette Kay Murphy

Feb 11, 2026

Janette Kay Murphy of Albuquerque entered Heaven on Feb. 11 at the age of 81. Beloved wife, sister, mother, grandmother and friend, Janette was a woman of strong faith, unwavering love of family and a champion for children. She dedicated her adult life to teaching and nurturing children and mentoring other teachers, touching countless lives through her kindness, sincerity and...

Jesse Paul Haines

Jesse Paul Haines

Feb 11, 2026

Jesse Paul Haines, age 83, passed on to his Heavenly home on February 11, 2026.

Jesse was born in Hershey, Pennsylvania, and as a young boy moved with his family to West Milton, Ohio. Growing up along the Stillwater River behind the family home, he enjoyed playing basketball, running track, spending time with friends and family, and water skiing. He...

Stella Marquez

Stella Marquez

Feb 10, 2026

Stella Marquez passed away peacefully on February 10, 2026, with family by her side, just days before her 93rd birthday. A devoted mother, wife, grandmother, and friend, Stella will be lovingly remembered for her poise, elegance, and gracious spirit.

She was born as Stella Alvarez on February 21, 1933, in Las Cruces, New Mexico and was raised by Juanita Soto Sanchez...

Romana Gonzales

Romana Gonzales

Feb 10, 2026

In loving memory. It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing our beloved mother, grandmother and great- grandmother who departed this world in February 10, 2026. She peacefully departed surrounded by her family.She was cherished, admired, and loved by all who knew her. Born February 12, 1930. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Joaquin, and...

Robert Lewis Hatcher

Robert Lewis Hatcher

Feb 9, 2026

Robert Lewis Hatcher, 87, of Albuquerque NM, passed away Monday, February 9th, 2026 at his home. Robert was born on November 26, 1938, to John and Gertrude Hatcher in Detroit, Michigan.

He served in the US Army and afterwards graduated from the University of New Mexico with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in education. Robert retired from Sandia National Labs after 34...

Bob Borbely

Bob Borbely

Feb 9, 2026

Robert (Bob) Borbely, age 76, passed away February 9th, 2026. A devoted husband, proud father, loving grandfather, decorated veteran, and steadfast mentor, he lived boldly, loved fiercely, and left an indelible mark on everyone fortunate enough to know him.

Above all else, he was a family man. A devoted husband, he built a life grounded in loyalty, strength, and unwavering love....

Malcolm Robert Benjamin

Malcolm Robert Benjamin

Feb 9, 2026

We are saddened to share that Malcolm Benjamin has passed away on February 9, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time.

Andrew Henry Garmise

Andrew Henry Garmise

Feb 8, 2026

Andrew Henry Garmise, age 81 of Albuquerque, New Mexico and formerly Hartford, Connecticut died Sunday, February 8, with his life partner Roberta by his side. Andy was born December 15, 1944 in NY, NY, son of Felicia Goldberg Garmise and Morton Garmise and sister of Marge Hoglin. He served in the United States Army and received his college degree in Connecticut....

Virginia Riddle

Virginia Riddle

Feb 8, 2026

Virginia (Martin) Riddle, age 92, passed away peacefully with her children by her side on February 8, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was born on October 25, 1933, in Caldwell, Kansas, to Ivan Wayne Martin and Vera Lois Fauchier (Martin). Virginia was raised in Wellington, Kansas, where she graduated from Wellington High School in 1951.

Virginia joined the U.S. Navy...

Joseph "Joe" Rippin Jr.

Joseph "Joe" Rippin Jr.

Feb 8, 2026

Joseph "Joe" Rippin, Jr., age 92 of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, February 8, 2026. He was born in Illinois, served in the US Army, got married to Dolores, started a family and later was transferred by GTE Lenkurt (Siemens) to Albuquerque where he moved his family to enjoy a long and...

Alicia Jill Westbrook

Alicia Jill Westbrook

Feb 8, 2026

Alicia Jill Westbrook, age 46, passed away on February 8, 2026 after a 27 month fight against cancer. Alicia was born June 25, 1979, in Clovis, NM to her parents Curtis (Jeep) and Anita Westbrook. With her parents she moved to ft. Sumner in 1990 and then to Albuquerque in the fall of 1993.

Alicia spent her career working in healthcare....

Joseph Charles Quirici

Joseph Charles Quirici

Feb 8, 2026

Joseph Charles Quirici, 84, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2026, surrounded by family after unexpected events.

Born on March 8, 1941, in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Solferino Quirici and Viola “Tartaglia” Quirici, Joe was known for his charm and humor. Joe graduated from the University of Albuquerque (College of Saint Joseph on the Rio Grande) and...

Ida M. Chavez

Ida M. Chavez

Feb 8, 2026

Ida M. Chavez passed away courageously on February 8, 2026, at the age of 89. She was born prematurely to Juan and Elvira Pena in a small town near Abiqui, NM on January 13, 1937. Ida was given the name "Patitas de Raton" by her grandfather due to her being so tiny when she was born. Ida was raised in...

MaryAnn Pulu

MaryAnn Pulu

Feb 7, 2026

In Loving Memory

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Mary Ann Pulu, who left us on February 7, 2026, at the age of 78.

Mary Ann was a cherished Mother, Sister, Grandmother, Aunt and Friend whose kindness, warmth, and loving spirit touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. She brought light into every room and offered...

Adrianna Zisley Cruz Mares

Adrianna Zisley Cruz Mares

Feb 7, 2026

Adrianna Zisley Cruz Mares was born silent into this world on February 7, 2026, but her

life spoke volumes. Despite her short time on earth, she was deeply loved and brought

immense joy to those around her. Adrianna only spent a moment in her parent's arms but

she is forever in their heart.

She is survived by her mother, Jasmine...

Gene Michael Hagel

Gene Michael Hagel

Feb 7, 2026

Gene Michael Hagel, 81, a native of Center, North Dakota, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, February 7, 2026.

He is survived by his wife Evangeline Casaus Hagel; his stepchildren Roberta Casaus, Cassandra Casaus Currie (husband Brandon Currie), and Shawn Casaus; grandchildren Sterling Currie, Sophia Currie, Scott Currie and Ava Casaus; sisters Loretta Roth, Kathy Lipp, Julie...

Gracy C. Schramm

Gracy C. Schramm

Feb 7, 2026

Gracy C. Schramm, 92, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, entered eternal rest on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from natural causes.

Gracy moved through the world with quiet kindness and insurmountable love. Her generosity showed up in small, faithful ways. With open arms, she welcomed family, friends, and many stray dogs throughout the years and fed the neighborhood cats. She was genuinely loving,...

Ninfa Odelia Sanchez

Ninfa Odelia Sanchez

Feb 7, 2026

Our beloved mother, Ninfa Sanchez, was called home by our Lord Jesus Christ, on February 7, 2026. She passed peacefully with her daughter Theresa by her side. Ninfa was born to Elifgo and Demecia Trujillo in Belen, NM, on November 10, 1936. She had 8 siblings. Ninfa was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished friend. Ninfa lived...

Lane Seitter Sego

Lane Seitter Sego

Feb 7, 2026

Lane Seitter Sego, 73, passed away peacefully at home with his family on February 7, 2026, from melanoma. He was born in Alamosa, Colorado, to Raymond Starlin Sego and Frances Lois (Seitter) Sego on November 7, 1952, the fifth of six children. He was the loving husband of Rhonda Lynn (Leath) Sego for 52 years and the affectionate father of...