RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
Jim Dean Bell
Aug 16, 2021
Jim Bell, 87, passed away in Albuquerque, NM after a short illness. He was born April 13, 1934, to Ralph and Irene Bell in Doland, SD. After graduation from Doland High School, Jim attended the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology (SDSM&T) in Rapid City, SD, where he earned a BS in Civil Engineering. He was...
Robert Dennis Lunt
Aug 16, 2021
Robert D. Lunt, born on August 21, 1956, passed away in Albuquerque, New Mexico on Monday, August 16, 2021. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio to parents Robert (Deceased) and Ruth Lunt. In 1974, he graduated from West Tech High School, and a few years later relocated to the southwest and spent his career as a...
Lila Jean (Segrest) Hatcher
Aug 16, 2021
Lila "Billie" Hatcher, 92, was called to her eternal resting place on August 16, 2021. On January 2, 1929, she entered this world in Coleman, TX, born to Ainsley and Robbie Segrest. She was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, John "Bill" Hatcher; her parents; and three sons, Gary, Johnny, and Timothy. She is...
Celia Miramontes
Aug 16, 2021
Celia Miramontes age 82, passed away Monday, August 16, 2021.
She was born in Chihuahua, Mexico on November 12, 1938.
Celia left a budding career in Chihuahua to marry her husband, Andres Miramontes, moving first to Colorado then finally to New Mexico in 1962....
Trinidad "Trini" Guerrero
Aug 15, 2021
Trinidad Guerrero (Trini), age 43, loving son, brother and uncle passed away on Sunday, August 15th, 2021.
Trini had one of the most beautiful smiles, he could light up any room with just his presence. He was a huge sports fan. He loved his San Francisco 49ers and The Los Angeles Lakers. If you had a question...
Ronald Eugene Ertz
Aug 15, 2021
Ron Ertz, a business owner of a plumbing and heating company, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 15, 2021 at the age of 65 in his home in Albuquerque, NM. Ron is survived by his wife, Lori; his children, Suzanna and Cisco; his son-in-law, Marcus; and his grandson, Ezra Rhys. Ron was born in San Diego, CA to Eugene...
Andy Pena
Aug 15, 2021
Andy Peña, 83, passed away peacefully at the family home in Albuquerque, NM on August 15, 2021 surrounded by family after a lengthy illness. A lifelong Catholic, it was no surprise that he was taken to the gates of paradise by our Mother Mary on her Assumption Day. Born on March 9, 1938 in Encino, NM to Andres...
William Chase Burlingame
Aug 15, 2021
William “Bill” Burlingame passed away Sunday, August 15, 2021, at the age of 96. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.
Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara (Irolla) Burlingame. He is survived by his four sons, Mark Burlingame, wife Lynn, Jeff Burlingame, John Burlingame, wife Robin and Robert Burlingame, wife Lisa. He had 7...
Michael Paul Griego
Aug 15, 2021
On August 15, 2021, Michael Paul Anthony Griego loving son, friend and loved one passed away at the age of 30. Michael Paul was born on June 8th, 1991, in Las Vegas, NM to Nadine Lovato and Michael Griego.
He spent most of his younger years growing up in Ribera, NM where he liked to play in...
Donald David McNaughton
Aug 15, 2021
Donald D. McNaughton “Dondie” our precious and beloved brother left this world to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ late evening on Sunday, August 15, 2021.
Don was known for his enormous personality, a very quick wit filled intelligence beyond measure.
Dons’ favorite thing to do was to...
Leonard James Jackson
Aug 15, 2021
On July 10, 1961, in Phoenix, AZ, Leonard James Jackson was born to Lenten and Darcus Jackson. He passed away on Sunday, August 15, 2021. Leonard served in the Air Force from 1979 - 2000, he began contracting shortly after his retirement from the Air Force, and officially retired for a second time on April 16th, 2021. Leonard began...
Charles Lee Gutierrez
Aug 14, 2021
Charles L. Gutierrez, 77, passed away on August 14th, 2021, in Albuquerque, NM. Funeral services will be held at French – Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 87112. On August 28th, 2021, 2:00p.m. Burial will take place in Pueblo, CO and will be determined at a later date.
Charles “Chuck” was born in Oakland, Ca...
Ricardo Omar Carrillo
Aug 14, 2021
Ricardo (Bebe) O. Carrillo, 25, passed away August 14, 2021. Ricardo was a beloved husband and father. He was amazing, loving & caring to his wife & children. He is survived by his wife Sabrina; his children, Ricardo Carrillo Jr., Victoria Carrillo, and Nevaeh Reynolds. He is also survived by his parents, Ricardo Carrillo and Rosa Romero; brothers, Omar...
Robert Oscar Daily
Aug 14, 2021
Robert O. Daily, 84, passed away at his Albuquerque home Saturday morning, August 14th. Born April 28, 1937, in Muskogee, he was a long-time resident of Tulsa before retiring to New Mexico. In Tulsa, Daily led Advertising Incorporated from 1981 to 1993, helped raise three children, and was involved in the Tulsa business community. He was a past president...
Melvin Gerald Chalem
Aug 14, 2021
Melvin Gerald Chalem, age 97, passed away on August 14, 2021. He was born on December 2, 1923 to Max and Clara Chalem in Chicago, Illinois. He attended the University of Illinois where he was a member of Phi Epsilon Pi Fraternity and DePaul University. Mel spent his business career in Advertising Sales and was a member of the...
Gary Lee Watson
Aug 14, 2021
Gary L. Watson was reunited with his parents, Oliver and Frances, on August 14, 2021. His happy childhood made for a happy adulthood. He graduated from Tularosa High School in 1967 after playing football, running track, playing in the band and with his buddies in a rock and roll group. He attended NMSU majoring in business and went on...
Donald F. Wagstaff
Aug 13, 2021
Donald F. Wagstaff, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, August 13, 2021, at his home. He was born in Sacramento, California to Leon and Mary Lou Wagstaff. Don served in the U.S. Air Force for 20 years, attaining the rank of Major and retired in Albuquerque, NM in 1993. He graduated from Texas Christian University (TCU) in 1971, where he...
Henry Estrada Jr
Aug 13, 2021
Henry Phillip Estrada Jr. was born on July 27, 1963, in Gallup New Mexico.
He sadly passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on Friday, August 13, 2021, at the age of 58.
Henry was a beloved husband, father, grandpa, brother, and friend.
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Charlene Ann Eichel
Aug 13, 2021
Charlene Ann Eichel, 80, beloved Mother and Grandmother, was called to her eternal resting place on August 13, 2021. She entered this world on July 31, 1941, in Laurens, IA, born to Leroy and Louise Spiehs.
Charlene lived in Albuquerque since 1965 and retired from Saint Joseph's Hospital as a Unit Secretary.
...Jean Campbell Peet
Aug 13, 2021
A loving mother, wife, and friend, (Edna) Jean Campbell Peet has joined our Lord on August 13, 2021. Jean peacefully passed, with loved ones by her side, at her residence in La Vida Llena Community Life Plan in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Jean was born on November 17, 1927, in Abilene, TX. Jean was preceded in death...



