Obituaries

RECENT OBITUARIES

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

Mary Gonzales

Mary Gonzales

Jul 25, 2025

Mary was born in Trementina, New Mexico and passed away of July 25, 2025, at the age of 101 at home. She was preceded in death by her parents, Rafael and Guadalupe Sanchez; sister, Frances Martin; husband, Bob P.; brother, Carlos Sanchez, wife, Serbana; husband, Eloy Gonzales; and son, Ralph Gonzales. She is survived by daughter, Erlinda Saavedra; son, Michael...

Connie Gutierrez

Connie Gutierrez

Jul 25, 2025

Connie Gutierrez, 75, of Albuquerque, NM, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2025.

Born in Oklahoma City, Connie was a beloved wife, stepmother, grandmother, sister, and friend - a woman whose warmth, grace, and creativity left a lasting impression on all who knew her.

Connie was a devout Christian whose deep faith shaped every part of her life. She lived with humility,...

Richard Hawkes

Richard Hawkes

Jul 24, 2025

Richard Palmer Hawkes born January 22, 1934, in Wappingers Falls, NY, to parents Lewis Palmer Hawkes and Helen Harriet Cuslee, passed away peacefully at his longtime home in Albuquerque, NM, on July 24, 2025. Richard was 91 years young.

Richard lived a rich and meaningful life, serving in and retiring from both the U.S.A.F. and the Albuquerque Police Department.

His most important...

Frank Slowen

Frank Slowen

Jul 24, 2025

Frank Slowen, devoted husband of 67 years to Rita Slowen, who preceded him in death, passed away peacefully the early afternoon of July 24, 2025 at his home with his three children at his side. Frank was loved by many and will be missed by his family and friends. Please visit our online guestbook for Frank at www.FrenchFunerals.com

In Loving Memory of Jonathan Lee Denslow

In Loving Memory of Jonathan Lee Denslow

Jul 24, 2025

September 18, 1942 - July 24, 2025

Jonathan "John" Denslow lived a life of quiet strength, deep compassion, and unwavering integrity. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, pharmacist, and friend, John passed away peacefully on July 24, 2025. His legacy is one of service, humility, and dedication-values he carried with grace throughout his life.

Born in Denver, Colorado, John later moved with his...

Rogelio J. Trujillo

Rogelio J. Trujillo

Jul 24, 2025

Rogelio J Trujillo, age 91, a resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away peacefully in his home on July 24, 2025. Services will be held at St. Therese of the Infant Jesus Catholic Church on Wednesday, July 30th, with a Rosary starting at 5:00 p.m. and a funeral mass on July 31st beginning at 9:00 a.m.

Pallbearers will be Dominic Trujillo, Eugene...

Julia Juarez

Julia Juarez

Jul 23, 2025

Rosary Details

Wednesday, August 20th, 2025, 9:00am - 10:00am, FRENCH - Westside

Reception Details

Wednesday, August 20th, 2025, 10:00am - 12pm, FRENCH - Westside

Interment Details

Santa Fe National Cemetery

Joseph Nekoranec

Joseph Nekoranec

Jul 23, 2025

Joseph Nekoranec 101 years old of Rio Rancho, NM and a former resident of Waterville, Ohio passed on July 23rd of natural causes at home with his daughter Jeanne at his side. He was Born in Morgantown, West Virginia on June 25th,1924 to Catherine Myers and Peter Nekoranec.

Joe volunteered in the Army and was a WWII Combat Veteran Hero that...

Mary Rose "Rosie" Gutierrez

Mary Rose "Rosie" Gutierrez

Jul 23, 2025

Mary Rose "Rosie" Gutierrez, age 94, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully on July 23rd. She was born to Victorino and Felipita Sanchez of Tome, New Mexico. Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Manuel Dario Gutierrez. She is survived by her 4 children, Annette O'Connell, Jenette Kolster, Al Gutierrez and David Gutierrez; Her 2 granddaughters, Renae...

Dodie Denistran

Dodie Denistran

Jul 23, 2025

Dodie Denistran, age 83, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. She was born May 17, 1942 in Gallup, NM., to the late Virginia and Manuel DeLara. She was a resident of Albuquerque, NM for many years. 

Dodie is survived by her devoted and loving husband John Denistran, her loving daughters Kathy DeLara, Elizabeth Garcia, her loving sons Patrick Baca,...

James Page

James Page

Jul 21, 2025

James "Jim" Winfield Page, born November 16, 1944, in Ashland, Ohio, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2025, at the age of 80. He was a devoted husband, loving father, and loyal friend.

Jim grew up in Albuquerque, where he graduated from Sandia High School and later earned a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of New Mexico....

Irene Dora Bishop

Irene Dora Bishop

Jul 20, 2025

Irene Dora Bishop, 87, beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, passed away Sunday July 20th, 2025, surrounded by family.

Irene was born on her grandparents' farm in Elizabethtown PA. She was the eldest of 5 children, and 17 when her youngest sister was born.

Irene believed in divine intervention, and was led to her husband, Dorsey "Ed" Edward Bishop, of 62 years...

John Bentley Corn

John Bentley Corn

Jul 19, 2025

John Bentley Corn, age 74, of Marietta, GA passed away suddenly in Albuquerque, NM along with his long-time significant other, Margaret Walls Hamilton, age 82, of Buffalo, NY. John was preceded in death by his parents, Marvin Denver Corn and Anne Carmical Corn. He is survived by his sister, Lynn Corn Seay; sister, Mary Corn Durrett; brother, Robert Corn; sons,...

Virginia Stephens

Virginia Stephens

Jul 19, 2025

VIRGINIA ANN (BERRY) STEPHENS

FEBRUARY 20, 1943 - JULY 19, 2025

The world lost a wonderful and caring person with the passing of Virginia on July 19, 2025. She was born in Putnam County, Indiana to Mary Margaret and Harold Martin Berry on February 20, 1943, and grew up, along with two sisters and three brothers, on the family farm, taking many...

David Hacker

David Hacker

Jul 19, 2025

David Charles Hacker, son of the late Philip and Hazel Hacker, passed away in Albuquerque, NM, July 19, 2025. He was father to Chase, brother to Phil (Shannon), Nancy (Mark), Susan (Joe), Carol (Rick), and uncle to Erica and Philip.

He was an avid sports fan. He could rattle off stats like a broadcaster, no matter the sport. Dave loved playing...

Richard Grant

Richard Grant

Jul 19, 2025

Richard Oscar Grant

Born August 6, 1954 - Died July 19, 2025

Richard was preceded in death by his mother Juanita Grant and Father Oscar Grant.

Richard is survived by his sister Peggy Grant Brock; cousin Robert Chamberlain and wife Connie, cousin Ken Milward and wife Sandy; nephews, Matthew Brock, Brody Brock, Andrew Brock, and Jordan Brock. Nieces, Jennifer-Plummer Lane, Tammy Frick, and...

Sharon Stewart

Sharon Stewart

Jul 19, 2025

Sharon R. Stewart

4/15/1945 - 7/19/2025

On July 19, 2025, Sharon passed away surrounded by her three daughters.

Born in Hatch, NM, Sharon lived all over New Mexico until meeting and marrying Del in Belen. Settling down in Los Alamos, Sharon, along with raising her daughters, volunteered at the church library, sang in the choir, and let loose with some...

Adolfina Herrera

Adolfina Herrera

Jul 18, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Adolfina "Fina" Herrera, who departed this life on July 18, 2025, at the age of 89. A longtime resident of Los Lunas, New Mexico, Fina was born in Panama on September 27, 1935, and lived a life rooted in love, faith, and resilience.

She will be remembered for her gentle...

William "Don" Miller

William "Don" Miller

Jul 18, 2025

William "Don" Miller, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on his 90th birthday, July 18, 2025.

Born on July 18, 1935, Don was a devoted follower of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and an active member of Sagebrush church.

Don's career spanned several decades. Beginning as a ranch hand in his younger years, he eventually founded...

Jerry Nishida

Jerry Nishida

Jul 17, 2025

Beloved father, uncle, and friend, Jerry Nishida, passed away on July 17th, 2025. He was a kind and gentle soul, loved by many, who were lucky to be loved by him. During the Korean War, he served in the Marines and was stationed in Hawaii. Jerry was an engineer who spent his entire career working for Varian Associates in Palo Alto,...