RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
Elizabeth Rose Yager
Mar 6, 2022
Elizabeth (Betsy) R Yager passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 6th, 2022 surrounded by her loving family and friends.
Born on September 30th, 1959 in Malden MA, Elizabeth was preceded in death by her parents Eugene T. and Frances A Leary; her sister Joanne Marie Leary; nephew J.J.; and her two beloved pets - McLean (dog), and...
Noreen Psillas
Mar 6, 2022
Noreen D. Psillas, 87, of Albuquerque passed away on Sunday, March 6, 2022, due to short-term health complications. She was born on August 26, 1934, in South Africa to Edward and Anne Solomons. She was married to Air Force Veteran, Oliver Overton (1928-1970) in 1959 in Southend-On-Sea, Essex, United Kingdom. She came to the United States shortly after and...
Diane Sedillo
Mar 5, 2022
Diane E. Sedillo, 75, slipped quietly into the arms of our Heavenly Father on Saturday, March 5, 2022.
Born in Grand Forks, North Dakota to Lyle and Doris Nelson. She was an extraordinary wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She was an exceptional woman, and she will be forever missed. Survived by sons, Robert (Angelina) and Kirk;...
Joseph Stanley Sanchez
Mar 5, 2022
Joseph Stanley Sanchez, 82, a lifetime resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on March 5, 2022, with family by his side. He is survived by his spouse of 53 years, Lupe, his son Christian and his wife Monica and their children Noah (6), Mykah (3) and Naya (18 months), His daughter Stacie and her husband Tim...
Ramon Ruben Garcia
Mar 5, 2022
Ramon Garcia, 62, beloved Brother and Father, was called to his eternal resting place on March 5, 2022. He entered this world on January 9, 1960 in Delicias, CHH, born to Ruben and Socorro Garcia. He is survived by his brother Edgar Garcia; daughter Yudith Perez, and longtime partner Blanca.
A memorial service will be held on...
Bobby Lewis Beall
Mar 4, 2022
Bobby Lewis Beall died peacefully in his home in Albuquerque, NM on March 4, 2022. Bobby was born in Sweetwater, TX on May 10, 1937 to Jackson Davis Beall and Pearl Ophelia Smith-Beall. Bobby's family moved to his beloved Albuquerque where he lived for the rest of his life. Bobby graduated from Albuquerque High School on May 29,...
Gary Ziehe
Mar 4, 2022
Gary Karl Ziehe passed from this life on Friday, March 4, 2022.
At the time of his passing he was employed by the U.S. Forest Service as Rangeland Program Manager for the NM and AZ Region. Born in Dallas, Texas on June 11, 1960 to Robert Carl and Elaine Anderson Ziehe, Gary graduated from Kimball High School...
Michael John Rye
Mar 4, 2022
Michael John Rye 3/22/1969 - 3/4/2022
Born in Dickson TN to Solomon John Rye Jr. and Michelle Haynie on March 22, 1969, Michael John Rye would be the first-born grandson to both the Rye and Haynie families, resulting in lots of doting and spoiling. Michael was the oldest of 6 and is survived by his brothers Danny,...
Laurie Anne Kenjar
Mar 4, 2022
Laurie Anne Kenjar, 66, beloved wife and mother passed away on March 4th, 2022 after a brief illness. Laurie leaves behind her husband of 44 years, Jeff, two sons Jason and Kevin and a brother Ken in addition to many other loving relatives. Laurie was born in Chicago Illinois on August 27, 1955. She attended the University...
Linden Edward Griffee
Mar 4, 2022
Linden Edward Griffee, 74, passed away peacefully in his home on Friday, March 4, 2022. He was born November 17, 1947, in Texas City, TX to Gus and Edith Griffee. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Katie; their children Melissa, Scott (Andrea), and Karie; his grandchildren Micaiah, Sora, Sage, Cali, and Neeko; great-grandchildren Noah...
Oscar Wilfred Wehlander
Mar 3, 2022
Oscar Wehlander, our beloved grandfather, father, brother-in-law, uncle, and friend passed away on March 3, 2022, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was born on April 20, 1930, in De Lamere, North Dakota. As he grew up, he created many wonderful memories with his five brothers. Oscar married Marlene Olson in Reno, Nevada, on July 15, 1955. They...
Raul Portillo Jr.
Mar 3, 2022
Raul (Ruly) Portillo was a Navy veteran, devout Catholic, and friend. But most importantly, he was a devoted husband and family man. Born in El Paso, Texas to Raul and Guadalupe Portillo, he was the eldest of 7 siblings. He attended Catholic schools Guardian Angel elementary and Cathedral High School, then majored in electrical engineering at Texas...
Robert Bernard Bolton
Mar 3, 2022
Robert (Bob) Bernard Bolton, age 74, fought the good fight, kept the faith, said his goodbyes, and went home to be with his Lord and Savior on March 3, 2022, after a courageous battle with aggressive metastatic prostate cancer. He died peacefully surrounded by his family. Bob was born in Graham, Texas. A graduate of the University...
John Anthony O'Brien
Mar 3, 2022
John A. O'Brien was called to his eternal home on March 3, 2022. He was born on May 4, 1937, in Pittsfield, Mass. He is survived by his wife Nancy O'Brien who he was married to for 63 years. His daughters Rooney O'Brien, Maureen O'Brien, her husband Abe Rodolph; his two sons, Chris O'Brien, his wife Rachelle,...
Francisco "Frank" Alton
Mar 3, 2022
Francisco "Frank" Alton, age 75, a devoted husband, loving father, doting grandfather, and genuine friend to many, passed away Thursday, March 3, 2022. Frank was known for his ability to impart wisdom without lecture, succeed without airs, and love without boundaries. Frank valued time with his family, barbecues, and going to the movies. He was the most genuine man...
Richard James Davies
Mar 2, 2022
On Wednesday, March 2, 2022, Richard J. Davies, loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed quietly at his home in the East Mountains of New Mexico at the age of 83. Dr. Davies was born on Saturday, October 15, 1938, to the late Albert and Catherine Davies in Youngstown, Ohio. Richard was the youngest of three children; two older siblings, Al...
Richard James Davies
Mar 2, 2022
Richard Davies
On Wednesday, March 2, 2022, Richard J. Davies, loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed quietly at his home in the East Mountains, New Mexico at the age of 83.
Dr. Davies was born on October 15, 1938, to the late Albert and Catherine Davies in Youngstown, Ohio. Richard was the youngest of three...
Marjorie Grace (Taylor) Palsce
Mar 2, 2022
Marjorie Grace Palsce born Marjorie Grace Taylor beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and art educator, died peacefully Wednesday, March 2, 2022, at her home in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She lived a full and colorful life. She was 99 years old. Marge was born December 8, 1922, to her pioneer parents in Bonanza, Wyoming. Marge grew up with her three siblings...
Constance "Connie" Anne Brown
Mar 2, 2022
Constance (Connie) Brown (88) of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on Wednesday, March 2, 2022.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 65 years, David "Neal" Brown. She is survived by her sister, Harriet Ross (husband Stanley) of Grass Valley, CA; daughter Kathryn Brown Perea of Albuquerque; granddaughter Jennifer Losasso (husband Andy) of Springfield, IL;...
Jesse Ballou
Mar 1, 2022
Jesse, 92, a resident of Albuquerque since 1966, died Tuesday, March 1, 2022. He is survived by his children, Hiloa Y Mosley of Phoenix AZ, and Gregory P Ballou of Albuquerque NM; one grandson, Evan F Mosley USAF; sisters; brothers; nieces; nephews; and friends. Jesse was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth R Ballou. Jesse was owner of...



