RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
Earl Darwyn Morris
January 25, 2026
Earl was, in every sense, a man ahead of his time. He lived with a spirit that refused to be diminished by circumstance, even after becoming paralyzed, he met each day with a smile and an unmistakable joy simply to be alive. Where others might have seen limitation, he saw possibility. Where life threw curveballs, he threw them right back...
Nancy Lou Hoff
January 25, 2026
Nancy, beloved wife and mother, was a devout Christian and a Charter Member of the Northeast Church of Christ. She was baptized at the Warner Robins Church of Christ. Nancy is survived by her devoted husband and best friend James E. Hoff, Sr., their two children, whom she adored as they adored her, James (Jay) E. Hoff, Jr. (Carolyn) Kelly...
Billie Jo Crouse
January 24, 2026
Billie Jo Crouse (born Willa Joanne Moe) was born on July 31,1939, in Minneapolis, MN, and peacefully passed at home on January 24, 2026, joining her Lord; her husband H. Dean Crouse; and parents, Doris (Anderson) and Stanley Allen Moe of ND.
She was a daughter, sister, aunt, friend, surrogate grandmother, psychotherapist, teacher, and someone who truly enjoyed life.
During her youth,...
Gwendolyn Kaye Wynn
January 24, 2026
Gwen Wynn, of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully on Saturday morning, January 24, 2026, at Presbyterian Hospital, surrounded by her beloved husband and sons.
A devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, Gwen lived a life defined by love, creativity, generosity, and warmth. She was born on October 6, 1958, in Albuquerque, the cherished daughter of Albert "Mitch" and Jackie Mitchusson.
In 1986, Gwen married...
Andrew D. Laumbach
January 24, 2026
Andrew was born on March 9, 1941, in Springer, New Mexico, to Andreas (Red) and Zulema (Tixier) Laumbach. Andrew passed away peacefully on January 24, 2026. He is preceded in death by his wife, Judy, his parents, and a sister, Mary Anne Hess. Andrew is survived by his daughter, Kara, son, Paul, his daughter-in-law, Angelica, and his five cherished grandchildren:...
Bhavna Vaidya
January 24, 2026
Bhavna Vaidya, 57. Our beloved Wife, and Mother passed away on January 24, 2026. Memorial Service and Visitation will be held at 1:30 pm on Saturday, January 31, 2026 at French Funerals 10500 Lomas Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM.
You may view the livestream in the window below.
Linda Ruth Brooks
January 24, 2026
Linda R. (Wolfe) Brooks passed away January 24, 2026 at the age of 82 in her home in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Born May 26, 1943, in Perry, Kansas to Leland and Eunice (Cowan) Wolfe. Linda was the mother of four sons, Frank (Dale) Hubbell, Bill Hubbell, Chris (LeAnn) Hubbell, and Rob (Shannon) Hubbell; and one stepdaughter, Cari Brooks-Allen. She is...
Michael Andrew Haley
January 23, 2026
Michael Andrew Haley, son of Don and Frances DeWolfe Haley, was born March 22, 1951, in Los Angeles, California. He peacefully passed away surrounded by family in Albuquerque, New Mexico on January 23, 2026. He was 74 years old.
Michael grew up in Manhattan Beach, California and enjoyed a family and friend-filled childhood. He attended local elementary and junior high schools...
Gary Del Nelson
January 23, 2026
Gary D. Nelson, 82, passed away January 23, 2026 surrounded by family. He was born May 7, 1943 to Analee and Delmar Robert Nelson in Pekin, Illinois.
Gary is survived by his son, Mark and wife, Carol; cherished family Steve Karman and wife Diana; grandchildren, Miles and Lauren Hilton, and Joseph Karman; mom, Analee Nelson; sister, Kim Archuleta; numerous nieces and nephews and...
Karl Alan Nelson
January 23, 2026
Karl Alan Nelson passed away peacefully at his home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, on Thursday, January 23. He was born on July 15, 1962, in Los Angeles, California, to Betty and Richard Nelson, and was the oldest of five boys-a role he carried with strength, humor, and a big heart.
His family later moved to Las Cruces, where he...
Jack Joseph Swift
January 23, 2026
Jack Joseph Swift was 85 years old when he went to be with Jesus on January 23, 2026. He resided in Rio Rancho, NM for the last 23 years, and was born on April 21, 1940, to parents, Benjamin and Lillian, in Chicago, Illinois.
He is survived by his loving wife, Linda, her four children, and four granddaughters; his daughter, Susan...
Elizabeth Ann Duran
January 23, 2026
Elizabeth (Liz) Duran, born on March 30, 1947, in Albuquerque, peacefully began her eternal journey on January 23, 2026 after a long illness of heart disease and pulmonary hypertension. Liz was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, niece, aunt, and sister-in-law. She lived a simple and quiet life with her husband, Joe and family. Liz enjoyed gardening and attending to...
Patricia Mary Smith
January 22, 2026
Patricia Mary Smith, age 78, went home to her Lord and Savior on Thursday January 22, 2026.
A devoted and loving mother, she gave her whole heart to her family, always filling her home with warmth and kindness. Born June 1, 1947, in New Rochelle, NY.
She would go on to enjoy a career working as a secretary at Bristol Myers before...
Diane Elizabeth Martin
January 21, 2026
Diane Elizabeth Martin, born on April 8, 1943, in Seattle, Washington, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Diane dedicated over 43 years of her life as a Registered Nurse, serving countless patients and earning the respect and admiration of her colleagues in the hospital industry.
A devoted mother, Diane is survived by her son, Chris Martin,...
Kenneth Robert Ashby
January 21, 2026
Ken Ashby passed away quietly on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, after a sudden accident. He was surrounded by his life partner Judy Bentley, sister Arlinda Hansen and brother John Ashby.
Ken was an avid music lover and had several music rooms at his house and at his partner Judy's house. He attended many audio shows and made friends around...
Wilbur Dean Walters
January 21, 2026
Wilbur Dean Walters, a beloved husband, loving father, grandfather, great grandfather, great-great grandfather, uncle and friend to many, passed away peacefully surrounded by his 4 children and 2 granddaughters on January 21, 2026 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, at the age of 92.
Born in Albion, Illinois, on August 25, 1933 to Harry E. and Blanche Walters. Dean lived a life...
Ana Luz Rizzieri
January 20, 2026
Ana Luz Rizzieri, age 97, born in Taos, NM, on June 4, 1928, passed away on January 20, 2026. She married Patrick Rizzieri of Seneca Falls, NY in December 1950, and is survived by her children: Bruce and wife Sally, Brian, and Barbara Lansdowne and husband, Greg; 8 grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren.
Ana was a graduate of New Mexico Highlands University....
Gerald E. (Gerry) Trumper
January 20, 2026
The world became less bright on January 20th, 2026, with the passing of Gerald E. Trumper (Gerry) at the age of 49. He was born in Las Vegas, Nevada on June 25th, 1976, beloved son of Teresa Trumper and Donald Trumper, Jr.
Gerry was a devoted loving father, a warm and supportive brother, an extraordinary uncle, and a loyal friend to...
Glenda Faye Newman
January 20, 2026
Glenda Faye Newman, 74 of Albuquerque passed away Tuesday January 20, 2026 surrounded by family holding her hand. Glenda loved dancing, especially in the rain. She adored her grandchildren dearly.
She was preceded in death by her daughter Lesley in 2006. She is survived by her son Kevin Nix and his wife Laura. Grandchildren Paige Nix(Armando), Cameron Nix and Christopher...
Ed White
January 20, 2026
Just shy of his 80th birthday, Ed passed. My NorthStar, my rock, my home, my soul mate is gone and I know he is in a better place with no pain and suffering. Ed was born on February 23, 1946 in Farmington, NM. His given name was Ralph Eddie White. He was the son of Earl White and Doris Bullock...
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