RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
Olivia (Gabaldon) Baca
Jul 30, 2021
Olivia Baca, 92, beloved Mother, was called to her eternal resting place on July 30, 2021. She entered this world on October 17, 1928 in Mangas, NM, born to Juan and Perfecta Gabaldon. She is survived by her son Steve Baca; daughter Lorrain; daughter Teri Daly; two sisters and one brother; six grandchildren and one great grandchild. A rosary...
Andrea Mae Gilbert
Jul 30, 2021
Andrea Mae Gilbert, age 85, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Friday, July 30, 2021. A Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 10, 2021, 10:00 a.m. at FRENCH-University, with a Graveside Service to follow, 11:00 a.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd NE.
Clare Anne (Knoll) Francis
Jul 30, 2021
On Friday, July 30, 2021, Clare Anne Francis, PhD, (previously Deborah Anne Knoll) a loving friend, mother, and sister, passed away at the age of 72. Clare was born on Tuesday, January 4, 1949, in Mandan, North Dakota to Tony and Martha (Stamaris) Knoll. Clare accomplished much in her life. She earned degrees from Moorhead State University (BA), Pennsylvania...
Carol Ann Klein
Jul 29, 2021
Carol Ann Lossing Klein took her last quiet breath early July 29, 2021, singing off on a life that was generally well-lived, loved by her family and with few regrets. She fought valiantly against ever increasing odds to rid her body of the medical maladies that gradually increased in recent months. God finaly eased her pain. Born Carol...
Elizabeth (B.J.) Miller
Jul 29, 2021
Elizabeth (B.J.) Miller, age 88, left this world for her heavenly home, Thursday, July 29, 2021. This vivacious, loving friend will be deeply missed by her twin brother Robert Cheshire, sister-in-law Marie and husband Peter Whelan, daughter Nicole and husband Richard Castellese, granddaughter Candace and husband Colt Stout and their daughter Cedar, granddaughter Christen and husband Phillip Wise...
Danisha Lynn Peterson
Jul 28, 2021
Danisha L. Peterson, a resident of Rio Rancho passed, away on July 28, 2021.
She is survived by her campion Larry Dyer; children, Devin Robinson and husband Rollin, Diana Chance and boyfriend Bobby Hamilton, Brian Peterson and wife Sheri. Sister Janine Jones. Grandchildren Cody Chance, Nathen, and Savannah Peterson.
Should...
Herta Vizcarra
Jul 28, 2021
On Wednesday, July 28, 2021, Herta Vizcarra passed away at the age of 88. Herta was born on June 10, 1933, in the city of Ulm, Germany.
She was the daughter of Gisela and Wilhelm Gluck. Â Herta was the wife of Carlos Vizcarra, and the mother of Mario and Susan. Herta took care of the family as...
Patrick Albert Benavides
Jul 28, 2021
Patrick Benavides, 71, beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle and dear friend of many was called to his eternal resting place on Wednesday, July 28, 2021. He entered this world on May 17, 1950 in Las Cruces, NM. He is survived by his daughter, Mercedes Benavides; grandson, Jayden Benavides; his sister, Sylvia Gurule. He was preceded in death by his...
Russell Alan Church
Jul 28, 2021
Russell Alan Church, age 61, of Red River, New Mexico passed peacefully on July 28, 2021 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was comforted and surrounded by his immediate family. Russell was recently diagnosed with a rare form of lymphoma of the brain that was compounded by Stage 5 renal failure from Polycystic Kidney Disease.
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George Joseph Koury
Jul 27, 2021
George J. Koury, 90, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Peter and Mary Koury; first wife, Betty Turrietta Koury; brothers Nasseeb Koury and Joe Koury; and sisters, Linda Hakeem, Lillian Deeb and Lorraine Mogab. George was born in Boston, MA on June 3, 1931. He...
Leon Hurwitz
Jul 27, 2021
Dr. Leon Hurwitz passed away on July 27, 2021. He passed peacefully with his family nearby. Leon was born in Rochester, New York on August 29, 1921. He passed one month shy of his 100th birthday. He served in World War II as a medic/stretcher bearer in the European theater. He was wounded in combat and received...
Richard James Arias
Jul 26, 2021
Richard James Arias, 72, father, brother, uncle and friend, was called to his eternal resting place on July 26, 2021. He entered this world on January 27, 1949 in New York City, born to Joseph and Rose Arias. He is survived by his son Brian Arias; grandsons Jacob Arias and Aaron Arias, his nieces Alison Arias Givens...
Steven Cebada Duran
Jul 26, 2021
Steven Cebada Duran, age 31 Born November 27, 1989, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Survived by his mother Regina Dutchover, father Raymond Duran, spouse Celeste Gallegos, siblings Felicia Duran, Edward Cebada, Andrea Duran, Brian Duran, children Cieana Cebada, Xavier Cebada, Noah Cebada, Tristan Cebada, nephew Diego Martinez, niece Neenah Martinez, nephew Ravi Duran, nephew Niko Hernandez, Grandmother Louisa...
Jennifer Marie (Leisle) Flynn
Jul 26, 2021
Jennifer Marie Flynn, a loving mother, sister, daughter, auntie, and friend, passed away unexpectedly July 26th, 2021, one month after her 44th birthday. She is survived by her son, Ryan Flynn; her mother, Cheryl Leisle; her stepfather, Mark Howard;Â her father, Frank Leisle; and her brother, Jason Leisle. She has two nieces and four nephews. She was preceded in...
Ronald Kirk Cooper
Jul 26, 2021
Dr. Ronald K. Cooper, MD, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2021. Ronald K. Cooper was born on October 11, 1933, in Melrose, New Mexico. He was the younger son of Earnest and Joyce Cooper. Ronald grew up on a small farm west of Melrose during the Great Depression and the Dust Bowl years. As a child,...
Rachel Carmen Almaraz
Jul 26, 2021
Rachel Carmen Almaraz, a resident of Albuquerque, NM, our beloved mother and grandmother, entered into eternal life on the Feast Day of St.’s Joachim and Anne, parents of the Virgin Mary, July 26, 2021.
She was a member of Sangre De Christo Catholic Church in Albuquerque, NM.
Rachel was preceded...
Carmen Manriquez
Jul 26, 2021
Carmen Manriquez, de 56 años, amada esposa y madre paso a estar a la presencia del Señor el 26 de Julio del 2021. Ella paso en la comodidad de su casa, rodeada de su familia valientemente peleando una batalla contra el cancer pancreatico. Carmen Manriquez nacio en Torreon, Coahuila el 7 de Octubre del 1964, hija de Ramon...
Ruth Mondlick
Jul 26, 2021
Ruth Shore Mondlick was born in Providence, Rhode Island on March 6,1931 and died on July 26, 2021. Ruth's life blossomed in 1949 when she married Martin. They had a wonderful life together. She always prioritized quality time with her two sons, daughters in law, grandchildren, great granddaughters, great-great granddaughter, brothers, sisters in law and many nieces and...
John Giovino
Jul 25, 2021
John Giovino, age 81, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 25, 2021, at his home in Albuquerque, NM. He is survived by his by his 3 children, Joe Giovino of Texas: Leah Harris of Missouri, and Jeff Govino of California; 8 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. He taught math at La Cueva High School for many years, he was...
Joyce Kaser
Jul 25, 2021
Joyce Kaser was a mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, art collector, leader in many arenas; well-respected educator, author, and program evaluation expert especially for STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) programs; supreme professional, and devoted, loyal friend to many. She passed away on Sunday, July 25, 2021, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, her home state for more than 25 years. Dr....



