Obituaries

RECENT OBITUARIES

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

Mark Francis Mahoney

Mark Francis Mahoney

March 6, 2026

Mark Francis Mahoney, a man whose life was defined by service, faith, and unwavering devotion to others, passed away on March 6, 2026, at the age of 70. He died surrounded by his family after years of courageously facing two rare neurodegenerative diseases.

Mark's faith in God was the foundation of his life. He lived with humility, purpose, and a steadfast...

Colonel Bert Joseph Terrazas, U.S. Army (Retired)

Colonel Bert Joseph Terrazas, U.S. Army (Retired)

March 6, 2026

Bert Joseph Terrazas, age 91, father of three daughters, and grandfather of three, passed away peacefully on March 6th, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. Bert was known for his devotion to family, to community, and to public service. He deeply appreciated Native American art and pottery, and was a lifetime collector. Bert was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico. In high...

Robert Everett Corkran

Robert Everett Corkran

March 6, 2026

Robert Everett Corkran, born on March 23, 1931, in Holden, Missouri to John William and Katie Lou (Courtney) Corkran, passed away on March 6, 2026, in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, surrounded by his family. A dedicated father, husband, and professional, Robert leaves behind his beloved wife, Margaret (Harrison) Corkran, and their four children: son James Corkran, daughter Julie Ann Marcey,...

Alfonso Benjamin Martinez

Alfonso Benjamin Martinez

March 5, 2026

Alfonso "Ponch" B. Martinez, 76, of Las Vegas, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2026, surrounded by family, after fighting cancer bravely until he heard his Heavenly Father call him home.

Born on October 13, 1949, Ponch grew up with a quick wit that could light up any room and a heart ready to help anyone in need. He...

Stephen Michael Dobbins

Stephen Michael Dobbins

March 5, 2026

Stephen M. Dobbins passed March 5, 2026 at age 78 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Steve was born in Louisville, Kentucky. He worked for the Bank of America in many locations in Asia, including Japan, Jakarta, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and Thailand. He raised ostriches in China and South Africa. He enjoyed Costa Rica and deep-sea fishing. He began playing golf when he was tasked with...

Ryan Joseph Stahulak

Ryan Joseph Stahulak

March 4, 2026

Ryan Joseph Stahulak, age 26, passed away on March 4, 2026. He was born on August 22, 1999, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Ryan is survived by his father, Robert; his stepmother, Racheal; his brother, David; and his stepbrothers, Josh and Jon. He is also survived by his grandparents, aunts, uncles, and numerous cousins who will continue to cherish his memory.

...

Sharen Seu Hart

Sharen Seu Hart

March 4, 2026

Sharen Seu Hart, a beloved mother and cherished member of her music and gardening community, passed away on March 4, 2026, at the age of 84. Born on January 10, 1942, in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, Sharen's life was a vibrant tapestry of love, creativity, and service. Residing in Louisiana for many years, she exemplified the spirit of the South-warm, generous, and...

Carole Widmaier Jones

Carole Widmaier Jones

March 4, 2026

Carole W. Jones, 84, a physician, veteran, and animal lover, died peacefully and painlessly in her Albuquerque home on Wednesday, March 4th, 2026.

A graduate of Ursinus College and Temple Medical School, certified in Psychiatry, Carole treated thousands of patients at Lovelace Clinic, in private practice, and with Presbyterian Medical Group.

Since moving to Albuquerque 50 years ago, Carole, along with her...

Shirley Mae Fowler

Shirley Mae Fowler

March 4, 2026

Shirley Mae Fowler left this life to be with her Lord and Savior on March 4, 2026 (the 34th anniversary of her son Ricky Stephen Willis' death).Also preceding her in death was her husband Jack Fowler who went to his eternal glory on October 8,1996.Her life will live on in her children: son, Fred M. Willis, and daughters, Cindy E. Brueggemann...

John Garrett Stam

John Garrett Stam

March 3, 2026

John Garrett Stam, M.D., 58, passed away unexpectedly on March 3, 2026, in Tacoma, Washington. He was born on April 14, 1967, in Columbus, Ohio, to Richard P. Stam, M.D., and Elaine Schoonhagen Stam. The family moved in 1969 to Rehoboth, New Mexico, where John spent his childhood and youth. He attended Rehoboth Christian School through ninth grade and graduated...

Huey Edgar Poe "Bud"

Huey Edgar Poe "Bud"

March 3, 2026

Huey Edgar Poe, known as "Bud" was born on March 3, 1944, to Hugh Hudson Poe and Katie Belle Rives Poe in Houston, Texas.

He passed peacefully on his 82nd birthday, March 3, 2026. Bud's parents were deaf, his mother by birth but his father was "late deafened" by a fever that is now prevented by vaccinations. His first language was...

William Slaton Hays

William Slaton Hays

March 3, 2026

William Slaton Hays, age 86, passed away March 3, 2026. Born January 2, 1940, to John and Ruby Jones Hays in Harrisburg PA, where he spent his early childhood before moving at age 9 to Clovis, New Mexico, where his mother was born and his maternal grandparents lived. He graduated from Clovis High School in 1957 and attended the University...

Merrill Arter Palmer

Merrill Arter Palmer

March 3, 2026

Merrill Arter Palmer, known to his friends as Pete, 99, passed away at home on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. He was born on July 25, 1926, in Rochester, New York. He enlisted in the Navy at the age of 17, during World War II. After the war, he attended Washington and Lee University and graduated with a bachelor's degree in...

Mark C. Willis

Mark C. Willis

March 3, 2026

Mark C. Willis, age 85, passed away at home of heart failure on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. He was born January 20, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois to Dorothy Elizabeth Ryan and Henry Frank Willis. Shortly after graduation from Highland High School he enlisted in the United States Air Force. He earned his BS in Mathematics from the University of New...

David Ray Alexander

David Ray Alexander

March 3, 2026

                                                                               Celebrating the Life of David Alexander 

David Ray Alexander, a loving husband, devoted father, proud grandfather, and esteemed engineer, passed away peacefully on...

John Francis Heck IV

John Francis Heck IV

March 2, 2026

John Francis Heck IV passed away at his home in Albuquerque on Monday, March 2, 2026. He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Kathy Heck, daughter Kendra Heck, his pride and joy, his parents, John Francis Heck III and Janet Heck, his mother-in-law Veronica Bustamante, sister Jenise and brother-in-law Mike, sister-in-law Kelley and brother-in-law Ralph, and numerous nieces...

Grace Mansfield

Grace Mansfield

March 2, 2026

Grace Willeto Mansfield passed away on March 2, 2026. She was 89 years old.

Her Clans were:

She was Kiiyá'áánii

Born for Tódich'ííníí

Her Chei is Nánéésht'éézhí

Her Nali is Táchííníí Nakáí Diné'é Tóáhéédlííníí

Grace was preceded in death by her husband, Francis Mansfield; parents, Mary and Frank Willeto, Sr.; sisters, Rose Cowboy and Julie Badonie; brothers, Frank Jr., Johnny Sr., and Bobby Willeto.

A Funeral Service...

Judith W. Mead

Judith W. Mead

March 2, 2026

Judith died peacefully in her sleep after a prolonged illness at age 93. She was preceded in death by her husband, Keith Mead; daughter, Catherine Miners and husband Sam; and stepdaughter, Marge Mead. She is survived by her daughter, Julia Garratt and husband Michael; grandson Steven White and husband, Jonathan Lees; brother Hugh Scilley and wife Janis; stepdaughter Roberta Michaud...

Carol Lee Fox

Carol Lee Fox

March 2, 2026

Carol L. Fox, age 78, of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on March 2, 2026, surrounded by family. Her passing followed a lengthy battle with dementia. Carol was born on July 26, 1947, in Kerrville, TX, to her parents, Robert S. Hays, Sr. and Barbara E. (Roop) Hays. During her early childhood, her family moved frequently due to her father's government...

Patricia "Pat" Kinney

Patricia "Pat" Kinney

March 1, 2026

Patricia "Pat" Kinney, 94, a longtime resident of Albuquerque and Rio Rancho, went to be with the Lord and Savior on March 1, 2026. Pat was born on December 20, 1931, in Lansing, MI. She was preceded in death by her parents Herold and Flossie Imhoff, husband Forest "Tom" Kinney, daughter Pamela Reed, and brother Richard Imhoff, Gerold Imhoff. Pat...