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

Jean C. Lujan

Jean C. Lujan

June 17, 2021

Jean C. Lujan, age 91, of Albuquerque, passed away Thursday, June 17, 2021, with family by her side.

She was born to the late Thomas and Frae Couchman, May 4, 1930, in Niles, Ohio.

Jean graduated from Santa Fe High School in 1948. She married the late Jose Manuel Lujan Jr in 1948, and they...

Samuel Bensonhaver

Samuel Bensonhaver

June 16, 2021

Samuel Bensonhaver, 70, devoted husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and brother passed away peacefully Wednesday, June 16, 2021 at his home, surrounded by family. Sam was an avid explorer and conservationist in New Mexico's wild cave systems, as well as an ardent hiker and climber. He had an insatiable love for the outdoors and adventure, from hiking the Grand Canyon...

Anna Rosetta (Leonard)  Bray

Anna Rosetta (Leonard) Bray

June 16, 2021

Anna Bray, 96, beloved Mother, was called to her eternal resting place on June 16, 2021. She entered this world on March 1, 1925, in Crocker, Missouri. She is one of ten children born to Harry and Mabel Leonard. She had five brothers, four sisters and one half brother. She grew up in Iowa and married Eugene H. Bray...

John Thomas Oglesby

John Thomas Oglesby

June 16, 2021

It is with Deep Sadness we announce the passing of John Thomas Oglesby on Wednesday, June 16, 2021. He was born in Vandalia, Illinois and raised in Springfield /Decatur, Illinois.

He is survived by his loving wife, Alice Oglesby of the family home; son, Darren J. Oglesby and wife, Ali of Albuquerque; daughter, Kimberly J. Dominguez and...

Victoria Jaramillo-Baca

Victoria Jaramillo-Baca

June 16, 2021

Victoria Jaramillo-Baca, 80, born Monday, December 23, 1940 in Albuquerque (Barelas), NM and passed peacefully on Wednesday, June 16, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, Epifanio and Alcaria Lovato; stepmother, Mary Lou Lovato; son, Gilbert S. Jaramillo; and brothers, Epifanio, Nick, and Jose Luis Lovato; and stepchildren, Louie Baca and Gloria Chavez. She is survived by...

Ernest Frederick Schoenfeld

Ernest Frederick Schoenfeld

June 16, 2021

Ernest Frederick Schoenfeld Jr, age 84, passed away Wednesday, June 16, 2021.

He is survived by his children, Lee Schoenfeld and wife Wendy of Texas, Stephanie McJunkin and husband Joe of Oregon; and many other family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest Frederick Schoenfeld Sr. and Virginia King Snyder.

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Anna Agnes Gonzales

Anna Agnes Gonzales

June 16, 2021

Anna Agnes Gonzales of Albuquerque passed away peacefully on June 16, 2021, at the age of 94.

She was preceded in death by her husband Meliton Gonzales; her sister, Frances Garcia; her brothers, Joseph Chavez, John Chavez, and Raymond Chavez; niece Sara Hammond; and nephew Evans Albert Garcia. She is survived by nieces and...

Ben Feerer Jr.

Ben Feerer Jr.

June 15, 2021

On Tuesday, June 15, 2021, Ben Feerer Jr. Loving husband, father, and grandfather passed away peacefully at the age of 92. Ben was born May 23, 1929, in Homestead, Oklahoma to Benjamin and Elsie Feerer. They later moved to Logan, NM where Ben met the love of his life, Louise (Brand) Feerer. They raised two sons, Don and Glenn...

Manuel Garza Rios

Manuel Garza Rios

June 15, 2021

Manuel G. Rios, 85, passed away peacefully at his home on June 15, 2021.

He was born in Victoria, TX to Donato and Lenor Rios. Manual served in the U.S. Army, retiring in Albuquerque. He then worked Furr's grocery store as a produce manager. He was an active member of Casa Del Rey Church, serving in many...

George Bruce DeBlanc

George Bruce DeBlanc

June 15, 2021

George Bruce DeBlanc, of Albuquerque, NM passed away on June 15, 2021. He was born on January 4, 1935, in Chicago, IL. Bruce is survived by his wife of 58 years, E. Bernice DeBlanc; sons, Steven Bruce (Veronica) of Albuquerque, NM, and Brian George (Julie) of Spring Lake, MI; daughter, Diana Lynne of Albuquerque, NM; sister, Sharon...

Florentina Anaya

Florentina Anaya

June 15, 2021

Florentina Anaya, 88. Our beloved Mother passed away on June 15, 2021.

Janice Susan Petrova

Janice Susan Petrova

June 14, 2021

Janice Petrova passed away unexpectedly on June 14, 2021.  She is survived by her mother, Helaine Petrova; sister, Sandra Park (Greg); brother, Al Petrova (Yvonne).  Private family services to be held at a later date.

Paula Denise Robinson

Paula Denise Robinson

June 14, 2021

Paula Denise Robinson, age 72, loving and dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother went to her eternal home on Monday, June 14, 2021. Paula was full of grace and humility and loved her Savior, Jesus Christ. Weeks before her passing, Paula was filled with thoughts of God's wonderful Grace: 2 Corinthians 12:9 "But he said to me, 'My grace is...

Maria  "Terri" Quesada

Maria "Terri" Quesada

June 14, 2021

Terri Quesada passed away Monday, June 14th, 2021.

Terri was born in Silver City but spent most of her life in the city she loved Albuquerque. Terri was an amazing mother, aunt, sister and cousin. She was known for her smile, laugh kindness and compassion for others. Terri was a devoted cafeteria manager with APS...

Mary Salazar-Sutton

Mary Salazar-Sutton

June 14, 2021

Mary Salazar-Sutton—a resident of Albuquerque, with prior residences in Alcalde and Santa Fe, New Mexico, and in Las Vegas, Nevada; went home to be with her personal Savior and Lord Christ Jesus on June 14, 2021.

Mary was born and reared in Alcalde, New Mexico, and was preceded in death by both parents, Antonio J....

Parke Ernest Davis

Parke Ernest Davis

June 13, 2021

Parke E. Davis, age 72, passed away suddenly on June 13, 2021 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Parke was known for his strong work ethic as well as his amazing sense of humor, and most of all, his dedication to family and friends. Parke was in the midst of enjoying his retirement with daily five-mile walks and recent travels throughout...

Parke Ernest Davis

Parke Ernest Davis

June 13, 2021

Parke E. Davis, age 72, passed away suddenly on June 13, 2021 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Parke was known for his strong work ethic as well as his amazing sense of humor, and most of all, his dedication to family and friends. Parke was in the midst of enjoying his retirement with daily five-mile walks and recent travels throughout the...

Luz G. Vigil

Luz G. Vigil

June 13, 2021

Luz G. Vigil, 92, a longtime resident of Chama, NM and recently of Albuquerque, NM passed away on Sunday, June 13, 2021. She was born on March 4, 1929, in Peralta, NM to Abenicio and Maria Gallegos. She attended elementary school from first through seventh grade in Estancia, NM. She attended eighth grade through high school in Los Lunas,...

Beverly (Reid)  Croff Combs

Beverly (Reid) Croff Combs

June 13, 2021

Beverly (Reid) Croff Combs, 90, born October 27, 1930 in Buffalo, Wyoming, passed away on June 13, 2021 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Her parents were C.T. and Hazel Reid. Throughout her life, Beverly spent much of her time in the Buffalo area where she made lifelong friends. In her youth she loved to dance and undoubtedly won a few...

Aaron Albert William Carrillo

Aaron Albert William Carrillo

June 13, 2021

Aaron Albert William Carrillo, 35, beloved son, brother, father, partner, and friend passed away suddenly on Sunday, June 13, 2021.

Aaron was born on November 10, 1985, in Las Cruces, New Mexico to parents Lee and Coreen Carrillo of Albuquerque.  Aaron graduated from Sandia High School and subsequently from the...