Obituaries

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

Wilburn Henry Griffin

Wilburn Henry Griffin

Jun 9, 2022

Wilburn Henry Griffin, AKA "POP" went to be with His Lord on Thursday, June 9th, 2022. He is preceded in death by his lovely wife, Bethel, with whom he shared over 70 years of marriage. God blessed their close relationship with three delightful children; John, Kathie, and Marty. In addition, four grandchildren; John (bo), Matt, James, and Amanda. He...

Donald Anthony Perkins

Donald Anthony Perkins

Jun 9, 2022

Donald Anthony Perkins, Great-Grandfather, Grandfather, Father, Brother, and Son born March 4, 1938, in Waterloo, IA to Claude and Jo Willie Perkins, passed away on June 9, 2022. He is survived by his children, Donald Anthony Perkins II (Kristin), Karen G. Walter (Robert), Randall Perkins (Laurel), and Judy Wykoff; grandchildren, Anthony Perkins (Janessa), Leah Parker (Ken),...

Evan Alexander Strickland

Evan Alexander Strickland

Jun 8, 2022

Evan passed away Wednesday, June 8, 2022, when the MV-22 he was in crashed in the California dessert during a training flight. He was born Wednesday, August 7, 2002, in Santa Maria, CA. Evan was a kind soul who knew when humor would be the best remedy for tense situations as well as having a kind word for friends...

Horace Romero

Horace Romero

Jun 8, 2022

Horace Romero, 98, of Peralta, NM, passed away on June 8, 2022. He was predeceased by his wife, Lydia of 75 years. He will be greeted by many family members who passed before him, including his grandson, Steve Sandlin. He leaves behind his daughters, Eileen Martin and Mildred Cook; four grandchildren and their spouses; eight great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and...

Edward Royal Clark III

Edward Royal Clark III

Jun 8, 2022

Edward Royal Clark III, beloved husband, father, grandfather of five and great-grandfather of fifteen, passed away after a long battle of cancer on Wednesday, June 8, 2022 with his loving family at his side.

He was born on Tuesday, July 6, 1937 in Louisville, Kentucky to Nadine and Milton Clark.  He is survived by his two children,...

Sandra Kay White

Sandra Kay White

Jun 8, 2022

Sandra Kay White

On the evening of June 8, 2022, Sandra Kay White, age 69, a long-time resident of Albuquerque was returned into loving arms of her creator. She is survived by her spouse James J. White of Albuquerque. Her son Eli McHugh of Okanogan, Washington, daughter Samantha McHugh - Borrayo of Apache Junction, Arizona; grandchildren, Abraham...

Robert "Bob" M. Winn

Robert "Bob" M. Winn

Jun 8, 2022

Robert "Bob" M. Winn, age 67 passed away in his home in Rio Rancho on Wednesday, June 8, 2022. Bob was born on January 2, 1955 in Salt Lake City, UT, to parents Alma and Gerry Winn. He was the 2nd of 5 children. Bob grew up in Salt Lake City, UT and in Raton, NM. He graduated from...

Betty Lou (Bridges)  Shaum

Betty Lou (Bridges) Shaum

Jun 8, 2022

Betty Lou Shaum, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, went to be with her Lord and Savior on June 8, 2022, at the age of 89. She lived a full life and will be missed by her family and her friends. Betty was born on July 23, 1932, in Van Nuys, CA. Her early years were spent in...

Lawrence James O’Connell

Lawrence James O’Connell

Jun 8, 2022

Lawrence (Larry) James O'Connell, 87, passed away on June 8, 2022. He was born on January 17, 1935 in Chicago, IL, to Herbert and Ruth O'Connell. He is survived by wife of 59 years, Elizabeth (Pettit) O'Connell, seven children and their spouses: Tim (Missy), Andrew (Michelle), Patrick (Beverly), Eileen, Dennis (Jennifer Miller), Brian (Christina), Sharon Campbell (Joseph). Larry is...

Patricia Anne Arvickson

Patricia Anne Arvickson

Jun 7, 2022

Patricia Arvickson, 68, beloved Mother, Grandmother and Sister, was called to her eternal resting place on June 7, 2022. She entered this world on November 8, 1953 in Erie, PA, born to Frederick and Lorraine Arvickson. She grew up in Pomona, CA and graduated from Pomona High School in 1972. She eventually moved to Albuquerque, NM. She loved humming...

Felipe Alfaro Jr.

Felipe Alfaro Jr.

Jun 7, 2022

Felipe Alfaro, Jr., 17, beloved son, grandson and brother, was called to his eternal resting place on Tuesday, June 7, 2022. He entered this world on September 30, 2004 in Albuquerque, NM, born to Felipe and Angela Alfaro. He is survived by his mother, Angela Drace and step-father, Andrew Drace; sisters, Valeria and Julia Alfaro; father, Felipe Alfaro Ortega;...

Ray L. Hendrickson

Ray L. Hendrickson

Jun 7, 2022

Ray L. Hendrickson, age 85, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, June 7, 2022. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Mabel; son, Roy; grandson, Robin; his sisters-in-law, Angie, and Jimmie Gonzales; brothers-in-law, Sam Soto, and Max Baca; nieces, Benita M. Alexandre, Joanna DeBrine, Christina Distad, Robin Ybarra, Karen Eichler, Amanda Skarsgad and Stacie Ortiz; nephews,...

LaRoy Knott

LaRoy Knott

Jun 7, 2022

LaRoy Knott was born September 15, 1930, to Roy and Dollie Knott. He passed away on Tuesday, June 7, 2022. After graduating from Eunice High School, LaRoy attended the University of New Mexico (UNM) and received his bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. At UNM, he met the love of his life, Edith. They married in 1954 and would have...

James Kenneth Cole

James Kenneth Cole

Jun 7, 2022

James Kenneth "Ken" Cole passed away at home on June 7, 2022, surrounded by family. Ken was born in Lexington, Kentucky on July 1, 1932, where he developed a love for the out-of-doors and achieved the rank of Silver Palm Eagle in the Boy Scouts. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the...

Kylie Grace Wilson

Kylie Grace Wilson

Jun 7, 2022

Kylie Grace Wilson, born on September 30, 2003, in Farmington, New Mexico was welcomed into the arms of her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, June 7, 2022 while surrounded by her family. Kylie was a precious 18 year old filled with kindness, compassion and care, greeted each person she met with a beautiful smile. This smile earned her the...

Margaret E. Marler

Margaret E. Marler

Jun 6, 2022

Margaret E. Marler March 10, 1930 - June 6, 2022 Margaret Marler, age 92, of Fairmont City, IL, born on March 10, 1930, in Fairmont City, IL, passed away on Monday, June 6, 2022, while visiting New Mexico. She was preceded in death by her husband, Norman Marler; sons, Russell Marler and Richard Marler; as well as...

Eileen Georgette (Jacoby)  Olwell

Eileen Georgette (Jacoby) Olwell

Jun 6, 2022

Eileen Georgette Jacoby-Olwell entered the world on July 21, 1932, the third child to Charles and Marion Jacoby, in Pittsburgh, PA. She would be one of five children from this loving union and would go on to fearlessly conquer her future and defy expectations from the world around her. Eileen was born with a curiosity that fueled...

Lisa Stephenson

Lisa Stephenson

Jun 6, 2022

Lisa Stephenson, age 53, October 11, 1968 - June 6, 2022 Lisa was ushered into the presence of our Lord on Monday, June 6, 2022. Lisa was born in Albuquerque, NM to Thomas and Pauline Trujillo on October 10, 1968. Lisa was happily married to Brian Stephenson, the love of her life, and her love and devotion to him...

Amy Robinson de Rijk

Amy Robinson de Rijk

Jun 6, 2022

Amy de Rijk, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, teacher, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on June 6, 2022, at the age of 79. A memorial service will take place Monday, June 20, at 10:30 a.m. at FRENCH-Wyoming.

Warren C. Bronson, Sr.

Warren C. Bronson, Sr.

Jun 6, 2022

Warren C. Bronson Sr., a resident of New Mexico since 1959, passed away on June 6, 2022 at the age of 93. Warren was predeceased by his brother, Jack Bronson; his sister, Edith Bronson; and his eldest daughter, Judith Scheueman. He is survived by his children, Nancy Jo Bronson-Gabaldon (Premetivo), June Knight, Christy McCarthy (Richard), Warren C. Bronson Jr....