RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
Robert George Smith, Jr.
Aug 26, 2020
Robert George Smith, Jr. was born in Ely, MN on Sunday, April 5, 1942 to Eunice Jane Coombe and Robert George Smith Sr. He was preceded in death by brother, James Alfred Smith, and daughter Lori Frances SmithLucero. He is survived by his beloved wife, Frances of 58 years; daughter, Debra and husband Claude of Waldorf, MD; son-in-law, Gene...
Pauline (Rowley) Dolezal
Aug 26, 2020
Pauline Rowley Blevins Dolezal departed this earthly life on Wednesday, August 26, 2020, at her home in Grants. With regrets of the temporary separation from her loved ones left behind, she looks forward to being reunited with her daughter, sister and parents who preceded her on this part of the journey. Pauline was born on Thursday, August 4, 1932,...
Max Allen Evans
Aug 26, 2020
Max Allen Evans, 95, has gone to meet the Great Mystery in the Sky Wednesday, August 26, 2020.
He passed peacefully at the VA hospital. Max is survived by his wife of 71 years, Pat; his daughters, Charlotte and Sheryl Evans; and many other family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents;...
Lillian Romero Lopez
Aug 26, 2020
Lillian R. Lopez, age 88, from Rodarte, NM, was welcomed into the loving arms of Jesus on Wednesday, August 26, 2020, surrounded by her family. Her precious smile and gentle nod said goodbye as she slipped into a deep sleep and peacefully departed. Her granddaughters, Nicole Lopez and Destiny Valdez, must have been waiting happily to greet their grandma...
Diane G. Gillen
Aug 25, 2020
Diane G. Gillen, age 77, died suddenly on Tuesday, August 25, 2020 after a long and courageous battle with leukemia, with her beloved husband of 56 years by her side. She was born in Detroit in September 1942.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Selma Chait. She is survived by her husband, Ken;...
Geraldine Sara (Allen) Freyermuth
Aug 25, 2020
Geraldine “Gerry” Sara Freyermuth, age 104, died Tuesday, August 25, 2020. She was born in Meadville, Pennsylvania, to Trace John Allen and Sarah Dain. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Edward Barr of Meadville and her second husband, Russell Freyermuth of Albuquerque. Gerry worked in banking in Meadville but retired in 1975 when she moved to...
Juandiego Corral
Aug 25, 2020
Juandiego “Jd” Corral, age 29, precious son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend passed away on Tuesday, August 25, 2020. Jd was born September 16, 1990 in Las Cruces, NM. As a child, Jd was full of energy, often keeping his mom, aunts, and teachers on their toes. A profoundly intelligent individual, Jd had earned a 186 IQ score and...
Jerraldine Neufeld
Aug 25, 2020
Jerraldine Neufeld, age 77, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and a dear friend to all, was called to her eternal resting place on Tuesday, August 25, 2020. She entered this world on Tuesday, July 6, 1943 in Clovis, NM. She is survived by her spouse and best friend, Gordon Neufeld; daughters, Pamela Jacobs and Valorie Baum; her son,...
Mason Matthew Hinton
Aug 25, 2020
Loving son and brother, Mason Matthew Hinton was an inspiration to so many. His legacy will continue through everyone who knew him, through everyone that has learned from him and loved him. He defied all the odds stacked against him. And will always be remembered by his friends and family as “our little feisty fighter”.
In consideration...
Nora Padilla
Aug 25, 2020
Nora Padilla, age 99, passed away Tuesday, August 25, 2020 at her home surrounded by her family. Dearest mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother. She led a busy and interesting life and will be greatly missed.
She is survived by her son, Arnold Padilla and wife, Stephanie; grandchildren, Emily Wiersma and partner, Mike Evans, Caitlin Padilla and husband,...
Frank Richard Munos III
Aug 25, 2020
Frank Richard Munos III - Born November 31, 1951 - Died August 25, 2020. A Memorial Service will be held Thursday, September 3, 2020, 2:00 p.m. MST at FRENCH – Lomas. Webcast available due to COVID-19.
Frank Richard Munos III, passed away on August 25, 2020 at the age of 68. After several months of declining health,...
Byron Martin Day
Aug 25, 2020
Dad made the journey to his final destination on August 25, 2020, joining his beloved wife in heaven.
His life began on a farm in Maine in 1931. He was one of five children born to Norman and Delia Day. He spent his formative years hunting, fishing, harvesting blueberries, picking apples, and helping cut and sell Christmas...
Thomas Jefferson McGinnis IV
Aug 24, 2020
It is with profound sadness that the family of Tom McGinnis announces his sudden passing following a brief illness on August 24, 2020. Tom was born on February 21, 1995. He is a 2013 graduate of Eldorado High School. After graduation he joined the Marine Corps. He was devoted to serving his country and after serving his 5 years...
Paul Gerald Meyer
Aug 24, 2020
Paul passed away on Monday, August 24, 2020 he was born in Conway, Arkansas to Joseph and Ida Meyer. He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, James, Joseph, Clarence, Dolores, Mary Anne; his wife, Donna; and his son, Kevin. He is survived by his sister, Ida Rose Morgan; his son, Donald; and numerous nephews and nieces. Paul...
Benjamin Joseph Martinez
Aug 24, 2020
Benjamin Joseph Martinez passed away on Monday, August 24, 2020 at the age of 56 years old. He was born on Thursday, March 5, 1964 in Albuquerque and attended Valley High School. Ben is preceded in death by his mother, Nettie Martinez and his father, Ben Martinez. Ben was known as Oso (a big teddy bear) with a heart...
Loretta Annie (Griego) Dayringer
Aug 23, 2020
Loretta ‘Lora Anne’ (Griego) Dayringer, age 92, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away Sunday, August 23, 2020, at the Rio at Las Estancias. Loretta was born in 1927 in Gallup, New Mexico to Harlow and Betty Griego. Shortly after graduating from Sacred Heart High School, Loretta was employed as a telephone switchboard operator in Gallup. Loretta married Andrew Nechesnoff...
Henry Wendland
Aug 23, 2020
Henry (Hank) C. Wendland, age 92, passed away peacefully in the arms of loved ones on Sunday, August 23, 2020, in Granbury, TX. Hank is survived by his children, son, Kenny (Dee) of Aztec, NM; daughters, Sandra Davis, of Prescott, AZ, Kathy (Burk) Ellison of Magnolia, TX, Stephanie (Jim) Jensen of Ruidoso, NM, and Kris (Rick) Brittain of Eagle...
Theresa Martha Saiz
Aug 23, 2020
Theresa Martha Saiz, age 91, passed away surrounded by loved ones on Sunday, August 23, 2020. She is survived by her husband of 71 years, Emiliano Saiz; and all her children, Jude Lorraine Rudder, Dr. Michael Saiz, Dr. Martin Raymond Saiz, Daniel Saiz, Mark Saiz, John Saiz, and Joseph Saiz. She is also survived by all 16 grandchildren and...
Angela O. (Padilla) Jacquez
Aug 23, 2020
Angela O. Jacquez, age 78, died and went to heaven on Sunday, August 23, 2020 after a long battle with Alzheimer's and Cancer. She was surrounded by her family, and lots of love. She was born on Thursday, September 29, 1941, in Belen, NM.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Abelicio and Margaret Padilla; daughters,...
Annie Lee Fuller
Aug 23, 2020
Annie Fuller, 94, our beloved, “Granny the Great”, was called to her eternal resting place Sunday, August 23, 2020.
She entered this world on November 14, 1925 in the bayous of Louisiana to Santone and Virginia Moreau. She has never met a chocolate chip cookie or circus peanut that she didn't absolutely love. She was...



