RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
Josephine "Josey" Ann Espinoza
October 15, 2026
Josephine Ann Espinoza, known as Josey to close friends and family, was born in Albuquerque, NM on January 21, 1999. She grew up in Placitas, then moved with her mom to Florida for a few years before returning to New Mexico. Josey put herself through college at ASU while working at Starbucks, receiving a bachelor's degree in Environmental Biology. She returned...
Masae "Masako" (Shinzato) Tobolski
October 14, 2026
Masae “Masako” (Shinzato) Tobolski was born on February 5, 1949, in Okinawa, Japan, to Matsu & Yoshio Shinzato. On May 25, 1978, she married Donald Michael Tobolski at White Beach Naval Base in Okinawa. They were the love of each other’s lives!
Masae had a lively sense of humor and the brightest smile. She enjoyed visiting with friends, sewing, aerobics, bowling,...
Michael Dudley Seely
October 13, 2026
Michael was a patriotic Vietnam Veteran who was very proud of his country. receiving three bronze stars and will receive his purple heart posthumously.Michael is preceded in death by his beloved wife Dawn, his parents Robert and Ruth Seely. He is survived by his daughter Jeanette Seely-Manual and her husband David Manual, his son Jeremy Seely, his grandchildren Jazzmine, Justice,...
Carol "Scott" Carlson Alley
October 13, 2026
Carol Scott Carlson Alley, known affectionately as Scott to her many friends, lived a remarkable life filled with professional accomplishments, lasting friendships, generosity, and love for her family. Born on April 12, 1932, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, she was raised in East McKeesport by her parents, Frank and Ruth Carlson. While her professional life was distinguished by achievement and dedication, those...
Tincy Joy Day
October 13, 2026
Tincy Joy Day
November 21, 1936 – October 13, 2026
Some lives are extraordinary from the very beginning, and Tincy Joy Day’s was nothing short of a miracle.
Born on November 21, 1936, in Clovis, New Mexico, to Waldon and Silla McCall, Tincy entered the world weighing just 1 pound, 12 ounces and measuring only 12 inches long, despite being born full-term. Against...
Robert Hayes Scott
October 13, 2026
Robert Hayes Scott passed away on October 13, 2026. Born April 21, 1947, he was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque and graduated from Highland High School in 1965. He received a bachelor’s degree and a law degree from the University of New Mexico, where he was in Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity. He had a distinguished legal career, including time in...
Bernard "Al" Jones
October 13, 2026
Al was born on June 4, 1950, in Cleveland, Ohio to Bernard and Rita Jones, nee Walsh, now both deceased. He has 2 brothers and 5 sisters that he shared his childhood with. He graduated from Bay High in 1968, immediately joined the Navy and served until 1974. He was married to Charlotte in 1972 and was married for 54...
Charlotte Louise Stinebaugh
October 13, 2026
We are saddened to share that Charlotte Louise Steinebaugh passed away on October 13, 2026. French Funerals and Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Maureen Greer Wright
October 13, 2026
Maureen's spirit took flight while she slept peacefully. She was known for her sunny disposition, bright smile, and deep curiosity. A beloved friend to many, she is survived by her son, Adam, and daughter-in-law, Anne; grandson, Jeremy, his wife, Elysa, and granddaughter, Carrie; as well as two great-grandchildren, Avery and Benjamin (children of Jeremy). She is survived by her great-niece,...
Betty Louise Gold
October 12, 2026
Betty Louise Gold, aged 88, joyfully surrendered to the embrace of eternity on October 12, 2026, after a life well lived. Born on June 21, 1938, in Albuquerque, NM, she was a cherished daughter of Pete and Rose Gold. Betty dedicated her life to caring for others as a devoted caretaker at the Maria Amadeas Shelter, where her compassion and...
Forrest Ray LaVail
October 12, 2026
Forrest Ray LaVail, 71, passed away on Monday, October 12, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of cherished memories and a family who loved him dearly.
Born on August 19, 1955, in Bossier City, Louisiana, Forrest was the youngest son of the late Melvin "Buddy" LaVail and Betty Ray LaVail.
Forrest proudly served his community as a police officer before retiring from law...
Jesse Sanchez
October 12, 2026
Jesse Sanchez, a long time resident of Bosque Farms, New Mexico was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, has passed away peacefully on October 12, 2026, at the age of 94. He was born in Cimarron, New Mexico, to Jose Sanchez and Cenovia Valencia Sanchez. He was raised in Taos NM and Espanola NM before moving to Albuquerque where...
Marcela Gutierrez
October 11, 2026
Marcela Gutierrez passed peacefully into God's eternal care on Sunday, October 11, 2026. She was born on Tuesday, January 31, 1933 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.She was preceded in death by her parents, Del Gutierrez Sr, and Lola Gutierrez. She is survived by her sister, Ursula Valles; her brother, Del Gutierrez Jr., spouse Eloisa, her godchildren, Valerie Gutierrez, Vanessa Valles, and...
James Edward Morgans
October 11, 2026
Jim was born March 1, 1949, in Nebraska City, NE, on the banks of the storied Missouri River. He passed away at his beloved home in the mountains east of Albuquerque, NM, on October 11, 2026. His parents were Dr. Otis J. Morgans and Mrs. Marjorie (Moore) Morgans; Jim was the youngest of three Morgans children, including his beloved sisters,...
Curtis Troy Madrid
October 11, 2026
Curtis Troy Madrid, 55, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on Sunday, October 11, 2026.
Curtis graduated from the New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology (New Mexico Tech), where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Technical Communication. He was exceptionally intelligent, quick-witted, and possessed a wonderfully sarcastic and quirky sense of humor.
Curtis had a remarkable ability to make people...
Arthur Ray Windham
October 11, 2026
We are saddened to announce the passing of Arthur Ray Windham. Arthur was born July 29, 1974, to Don and Jeanne Windham in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He passed away October 11, 2026. He had two siblings, Donald Ray Windham II and Stormy Windham (significant other, Brent Thompson). He loved his nieces and nephew, Illiazha Durfee, Akausha Stuart (husband, Sean Stewart),...
Timothy John Connelly
October 11, 2026
Timothy was born on Tuesday, April 9, 1946, in Brooklyn, New York, the only child of John Joseph Connelly and Margaret MacQuaid. He died on Sunday, October 11, 2026, in Albuquerque after a brief illness.
His young life was spent in Miami, Florida, where he attended High School.
Right after high school graduation in 1966, in the midst of the Vietnam conflict,...
Pamela Evans
October 11, 2026
We are saddened to share that Pamela Evans has passed away on October 11, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Marques Anthony Bush
October 10, 2026
In Loving Memory of Marques Bush
November 19, 2006 - October 10, 2026
With unimaginable heartbreak, we announce the passing of our beloved Marques Bush, who was taken from us far too soon on October 10, 2026, at just 19 years old.
Born on November 19, 2006, Marques was so much more than the years he was given. He was a beloved son,...
Eleanor Gladys Hawthorn
October 9, 2026
Eleanor Gladys Hawthorn Born August 25th 1947. Passed peacefully on October 9th 2026.
Eleanor will be remembered and cherished by her loving family and all those whose lives she touched over her 79 year journey. Eleanor was known for her loving and caring heart as she was always willing to do what she could to help others and her loved...
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