Obituaries

RECENT OBITUARIES

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

Jon David Lindahl

Jon David Lindahl

May 27, 2026

Jon Lindahl, a wild and crazy, free spirited, adventurous character, with a kind and compassionate heart, passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2026. Jon was a well-known mechanic, painter, and professional mad-man. He loved his children, cars, fishing, and taking things apart. Jon was born Thursday, May 30, 1968 in Crosby, Minnesota. He spent his childhood in Emily, Minnesota alongside his...

Gerald William Landgraf

Gerald William Landgraf

May 27, 2026

Gerald (Jerry) William Landgraf was born in Storm Lake, Iowa to Raymond and Dorothy on September 14, 1944 and passed away in Albuquerque, New Mexico on May 27, 2026.  Jerry gave everything to his work, his community, and his family. When trouble came, he was the person you called. No matter your background, he'd be there for you and stood...

Jose Manuel Armas

Jose Manuel Armas

May 27, 2026

Jose Manuel Armas, affectionately known by his family as 'Tata', age 23, passed away tragically on May 26, 2026. Jose was born on July 17th in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Jose was a kind and loving soul who loved his family and wanted to help those around him. He enjoyed listening to music and working out, and could often be found...

Patty Ogden

Patty Ogden

May 26, 2026

Patty Ogden

Patty Ogden, age 89, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away peacefully in her home on May 26, 2026. She was born on February 28, 1937, in Bluewater, New Mexico, Patty's life was a vibrant tapestry woven with devotion to her family and a passion for nurturing beauty in her surroundings.

Patty was known for her stunning flower displays,...

Peggy Elaine Kanche

Peggy Elaine Kanche

May 26, 2026

Peggy Elaine Goodwyn Kanche, beloved wife, sister, aunt and friend passed away on Friday, May 26, 2026 at home. She was born on Tuesday, November 10, 1942 in Birmingham AL. She was known for her warm hospitality and counseling young people.

Peggy enjoyed traveling especially to Cabo San Lucas every spring. As an avid golfer she made lifelong friends everywhere she...

Roberta Marie Evans

Roberta Marie Evans

May 26, 2026

Roberta (Bobbie) Marie Evans, born on April 2, 1937, in Denver, Colorado, passed away peacefully from natural causes, on May 22, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. A devoted mother and grandmother, Bobbie found her true calling in nurturing and supporting her family. She dedicated her life to her loved ones, particularly her sons Chuck Evans, Ronnie Evans (deceased), and daughter...

Kevin Michael Hallacy

Kevin Michael Hallacy

May 26, 2026

Passed away after a short one year battle with colon cancer with his mother and step father at his side on May 26th, 2026.

He was born in Pittsburg, Kansas on September 5th, 1986, to Michael Hallacy and Christie Simmons-Hallacy.

He was preceded in death by his father Michael Hallacy of Pittsburg KS, his Great paternal Grandmother Maurine Lundberg of Pittsburg KS,...

Brennan Thomas

Brennan Thomas

May 25, 2026

Brennan Thomas was born on February 26, 2009, and brought energy, excitement, and joy to his family from an early age. Whether it was the thrill of discovering a bicycle waiting for him when his family moved to Germany or surprising everyone by climbing a rope at just eight years old, Brennan approached life with enthusiasm and confidence. Naturally athletic,...

Carl Eugene "Genie" Londene

Carl Eugene "Genie" Londene

May 24, 2026

Carl Eugene Londene was born October 13, 1932, in Navarre Dickinson County, Kansas. He graduated from Chapman High School in Dickinson County, Kansas and went on to graduate from Kansas State University with a degree in Business/Accounting.

He served in the Army during the Korean War and met Donna McCoy while pursuing his C.P.A. They married June 3, 1956, and moved...

John Howard Hanson

John Howard Hanson

May 24, 2026

John "Jack" Hanson was born in Dubuque in 1938. After a full 88 years of life, he died peacefully between one breath and the next on Sunday, May 24, 2026, knowing his children were surrounding him with love and gratitude. No accounting of Jack's life would be complete without first mentioning the love of his life, Shirley, who died in...

Rosalee Heffron

Rosalee Heffron

May 24, 2026

Rosalee was a cherished great-grandma, grandma, mother, and wife. She was best known for her kind and welcoming spirit and always embodied warm hospitality. She hosted and served numerous international guests, kids slumber parties, Friday night homemade pizza nights, and epic pool parties. Her mothering extended to more than just her own children.

Rosalee was proud to have been an Iowa...

Alfred Martinez

Alfred Martinez

May 23, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Alfred 'Al' Martinez on May 23, 2026. Al was a proud U.S. Navy veteran, father, and grandfather. He was a man known for his ingenuity and creativity, green thumb, and love of nature and wildlife. Over the past three and a half years, Al battled esophageal cancer and other...

Judith Koogle

Judith Koogle

May 22, 2026

Our beautiful flower has faded from our sight. We are at peace knowing that she will grow, thrive, and bloom eternally in the kingdom of heaven. You will forever be missed and loved so very much!In Memory of OurBeloved MotherJudith A. KooogleAugust 6, 1939 - May 22 2026

David Jacob Metzgar, Jr.

David Jacob Metzgar, Jr.

May 22, 2026

David "JD" Metzgar Jr.

With faith in God's eternal promises, we announce the passing of David Jacob Metzgar Jr. age 88 of Albuquerque, New Mexico who entered into the presence of the Lord on May 22, 2026 at his home in Paradise Hills surrounded by his family.

JD Metzgar was born on July 5th, 1937 in Albuquerque, New Mexico to David Sr....

Adrian Martin Trujillo

Adrian Martin Trujillo

May 22, 2026

With heavy hearts and a hope for his eternal peace with our Lord, we remember Adrian Martin Trujillo, who passed away on May 22, 2026, at the age of 50. Adrian was born on July 10, 1975, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, to loving parents Joann Martinez and Martin Trujillo. He was a cherished son, a beloved brother, an adored...

Cecilia G. Trujillo

Cecilia G. Trujillo

May 21, 2026

Cecilia "Nana" Trujillo, 87, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

She was born in Santa Fe, New Mexico, to her Mother Lucy (Sena) Gabaldon and Father James "Santiago" Gabaldon, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her brother Arturo M. Gabaldon and twin sister Celine M. Gabaldon.

Nana was a proud graduate...

Frederic James Blake

Frederic James Blake

May 21, 2026

Fritz Blake passed away May 21, 2026. He was born in Mankato, Minnesota on May 19,1950 to Art and Zola Blake and was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Linda and recently her son, James. Fritz is survived by his wife and closest friend and partner of over 40 years, Melissa Behrens-Blake; and his nephew, James' family including a...

Mary Kay Layson

Mary Kay Layson

May 21, 2026

Mary Kay Layson, 53, beloved spouse, mother, daughter, and sister, was called to her eternal resting place on May 21, 2026. She entered this world on September 4,1972, in Albuquerque, NM, born to Richard and Jean Meyerhein. She is survived by her spouse, Steve Layson; sons, Connor Layson and Brendan Layson; daughter, Aerin Layson; father, Richard Meyerhein; brother, Eric Meyerhein;...

Johnny Ray Salazar

Johnny Ray Salazar

May 21, 2026

Johnny Ray Salazar a lifetime resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family May 21, 2026. He is survived by his wife Josephine, daughter Loralee, son Johnny Ray (Veronica), eight grandchildren, and fourteen great grandchildren. He was a proud U.S. Army Veteran who served during the Vietnam era.

A man of many talents and...

Margie J. Garcia

Margie J. Garcia

May 21, 2026

 Margarita Josefita Garcia was born on October 1, 1933 in Alameda,NM to Joe M. Garcia and Manuelita Martinez. When she was 6 months old the family moved to San Ysidro,NM where Margie and her siblings grew up on a subsistence farm raising most of their own food during the depression and World War II. Margie attended high school at the...