RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
David James McCloskey
February 19, 2026
Dave McCloskey, 89, passed away on February 19, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was born on May 21, 1936, in Stockton, California to Downs and Helen McCloskey. His older brother, Downs, was born in 1930. Dave spent much of his childhood in Pasadena after his father was transferred to the Los Angeles office of Amerada Petroleum Company. He attended San Rafael Elementary...
Mollie Constancia
February 19, 2026
Our loving mother, Mollie Constancia passed peacefully on February 19, 2026. She was 91 years old, she devoted herself to her 3 children who were her pride and joy. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mollie retired from APS as Teaching Assistant for special needs children at Bel Air, Los Ranchos, La Luz, and Alameda Elementary schools for...
Thomas Andrew Parkhill III
February 19, 2026
Thomas Andrew Parkhill III
Thomas Andrew Parkhill III, age 80, passed away on February 19, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Tom was born in Newburgh, New York, at St. Luke's Hospital on September 8, 1945, to Thomas Andrew Parkhill II and Margaret Parkhill, nee Margaret Formes, now both deceased.
Tom graduated from Newburgh Free Academy in 1964. Tom's college career included earning...
Adeline Elisa Vega
February 18, 2026
Adeline Vega (nee Lopez) age 98, a beautiful, devoted and above all, loving Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother was escorted to heaven by Angels of God on Ash Wednesday morning, February 18, 2026.Our Dear one was known by everyone as sweet, kind and adoring, with a strong belief in God, praying the rosary and finding peace reciting special prayers. In...
Bill J. Zoucha
2026
Bill passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his girls on February 17th after a long struggle with multiple health issues. The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at the Heart Hospital for their loving care during his long stay there. Bill was born in Concordia, Kansas, on September 19, 1950 to Fred E. Zoucha and Geneva Ratcliff...
Kathryn Louise Malone
February 17, 2026
Kathryn Louise Henderson Malone, age 82, was called home to be with God on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. Born on November 4, 1943, in San Antonio, Texas, Kathryn spent her early years there before her family moved to Waco. From a young age, her life was filled with music, friendship, and joy. She loved running around with her friends, singing...
Dale Allyn Mochko
February 17, 2026
Dale Allyn Mochko peacefully departed on February 17, 2026. A beloved husband, father and grandfather, he was 77 years old. Born on October 2, 1948 in Cleveland Ohio, he graduated from the University of Toledo in 1970 and entered the Air Force in 1971. A position with the NM Air National Guard brought him to Albuquerque where he continued his...
Eleanor Simson Boecker
February 17, 2026
Eleanor Simson Boecker of Albuquerque, 94, passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. She dedicated her life to her Savior, Jesus Christ, and peacefully went home to Heaven.
She was a loving and devoted wife to her husband of 60 years, Bruce Boecker. Together they traveled to many places, enjoying the beauty and uniqueness of the world. They also built a...
Gregory Baker Newgard
February 16, 2026
Gregory "Skip" Baker Newgard, born on December 17, 1945, in The Dalles, Oregon, passed away on February 16, 2026, in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. He is survived by his beloved wife, Judy Newgard; his son, Gregory Allan Newgard and stepdaughter Mandy Newgard, and his grandsons, Cameron and Austin Newgard; and his sister and brother-in-law, Karen and Gary Mayne.
Skip served his...
Rachelle Amber Garcia
February 16, 2026
Rachelle Garcia, age 36, a resident of Albuquerque since 1989, died February 16, 2026. She is survived by her spouse, Major Branyan Garcia of Hargill; children, Jameson Garcia and Amelia Garcia; Brother Troy; her father Donald Craig Suggs and her mother Deanna Suggs; nieces, nephews, and friends.
Rachelle was a mother of deep emotion and fierce love. She loved wholeheartedly and...
Michael E Goldmann
February 16, 2026
Michael E Goldmann, 73, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away early Monday, February 16, 2026 with his family at his side.
Mike was the oldest son of Elmer and Bernice (Kirst) Goldmann, born in Fairbanks, Alaska. He spent his childhood years living in Virginia and Germany, as his father was in the United States Army. After his father...
Albert Lee Hurt, Jr.
February 16, 2026
Albert Lee Hurt Jr., 86, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2026.
Born into humble beginnings on a rural farm in Colorado, Albert learned early the value of hard work, discipline, and perseverance. Those early years shaped the toughness, self-reliance, and determination that defined his life. Through grit and steady resolve, he rose from modest circumstances to become a successful executive...
Analee Nelson
February 16, 2026
Analee Nelson (Drago) passed away peacefully at the age of 101 years old on the morning of February 16, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones.
Analee was born on August 5, 1924 to Joseph and Lena Drago. She was one of nine children. Her parents taught Analee to work hard, love all people, and to always do whatever you could do...
Betty Smith
February 16, 2026
We are saddened to share that Betty Smith has passed away on February 16, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Karen Lee Sitero
February 15, 2026
Karen Lee Sitero (Ransom) (nee McCartin) passed away on February 15, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Karen passed away due to complications from ongoing cancer treatments. She fought a courageous battle against the devastating cancer diagnosis with her usual strength of character, and stubborn determination. She underwent many rounds of successful cancer treatments making amazing progress in diminishing the cancer, but...
Richard A. Sessa
February 15, 2026
Richard A. Sessa, 92, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 15, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Born on Friday, September 8, 1933, in Chicago, Illinois, Richard lived a full and vibrant life dedicated to his family, faith, and community.
A devout Catholic, Richard's faith was a cornerstone of his life. He was deeply family-oriented and took immense pride in ensuring the...
Sandra Marie Fairchild
February 15, 2026
Sandra Marie Fairchild passed from this life to her eternal home on February 15, 2026. She leaves behind her husband of 25 years, Jeff Fairchild. Also her sister Peggy Anderson, brother Ron Smith; as well as her step daughter Pamela Robledo, husband Abraham, and their two sons, Elijah and Lucas.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Wilson C. Smith...
Hugo "Jay" Hernandez
February 15, 2026
Hugo "Jay" Hernandez, born on October 25, 1948, in El Paso, Texas, passed away on February 15, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was a dedicated transport specialist for the New Mexico Commission for the Blind, where he served with distinction and commitment.
Jay was survived by: Wife, LouElla Hernandez, his daughter Jacqueline Evans (Brian), and his son Joban Smith. Grandchildren:...
Krissy Dawnn Johnson
February 15, 2026
Krissy Dawnn Johnson, 45, of Albuquerque, passed on February 15, 2026. She was born on May 16, 1980, in Shiprock, NM.
Krissy was a devoted stay-at-home mom whose world revolved around her children. She loved basketball, volleyball, concerts, and above all else - her KIDS. Her life was a beautiful reflection of selflessness and love. She was giving, courageous, funny, empathetic,...
George Franklin Butts
February 15, 2026
Frank Butts, age 76, of Corrales, NM, beloved husband, horseshoer, musician, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, mentor and friend to many, passed away in his own bed in the early hours of February 15th, 2026. Just two weeks after his wife Lynette, he was in hospice, but her death was too much for him to bear.
Frank never met a stranger, he loved...
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