RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
James Edward Cooper
August 21, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James E. Cooper, who departed this life in August 2026 at the age of 45. Born in March 1981 in Virginia, James lived a life full of compassion and adventure, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew him.
A graduate of West Mesa High School in Albuquerque, New Mexico,...
Teresa Anne Weeks
August 21, 2026
Teresa Anne Weeks, age 70, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on August 21, 2026. Terry was born on November 14, 1955, in Albuquerque to the late Charles and Mildred Weeks. She was a graduate of Eldorado High School, New Mexico State University and Northern Arizona University.
She devoted 35 years to education, inspiring generations of children. Her ability to make...
Emiliana "Millie" Pollock
August 21, 2026
Emiliana (Millie) Pollock, age 89 passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Friday, August 21, 2026. She was born on Monday, May 24, 1937 in Lemitar, NM. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 63 years, Raymond Pollock and son Steve Pollock. She is survived by her brothers, Mike, Ruben, Ralph and Lawrence; her...
Rosella Marita Montoya
August 21, 2026
Rosella "Rose" Montoya was born in Salida, Colorado. She married the love of her life, Onecimo "Oney" Montoya, on June 6, 1970, in Minturn, Colorado. Together, they built a beautiful life centered around love, family, and devotion to one another. They first made their home in Paramount, California, later moved to Pomona, California, and eventually settled in Albuquerque, New Mexico,...
Paul Anthony Chavez
August 21, 2026
Paul Anthony Chavez, 78, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on August 21, 2026.
Paul was born on December 28, 1947, in Red Hills, New Mexico, to Justo and Anita Chavez. He grew up in Red Hills with a love for ranch life. He worked on the Larranaga and DePue ranches and developed a lifelong passion for horses. He especially...
Cecilia Louise Genero
August 21, 2026
Cecilia Louise Genero, 88, was born in Albuquerque, NM and passed away August 21, 2026, of natural causes.
Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She is survived by her sons and daughter, Joseph, Celeste, and Harry; 11 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great-grandchildren. Cecilia was preceded in death by her husband, John Edward Genero; and son, John Edward Genero, Jr.
She was...
Lyn Ann Carhart
August 20, 2026
Lyn Ann Carhart, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, passed away peacefully in Albuquerque, New Mexico, leaving behind a legacy of love and artistry that will be treasured by all who knew her. Born in Charlotte, Eaton County, Michigan, Lyn's life was a beautiful tapestry woven with the threads of family, creativity, and deep connection to her faith.Lyn's greatest...
Rosalyn Spingarn Cohen
August 19, 2026
Rosalyn "Roz" Spingarn Cohen, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on August 19, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Roz was born in 1946 to Aaron and Jennie Spingarn and grew up in Maplewood, New Jersey. After earning her teaching degree from Newark State College, she moved to Florida to begin her career in the classroom, and it was...
Lauretha L. McFall
August 19, 2026
We are saddened to share that Lauretha McFall has passed away on August 19, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Ida Padilla O'Guinn
August 19, 2026
Ida Padilla O'Guinn, born on Friday, November 12, 1937, in the town of Las Vegas, New Mexico, peacefully departed this world on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at home, surrounded by her loved ones. She was the cherished daughter of Carlos and Corine Padilla, who instilled in her the values of compassion and kindness which she carried throughout her life. Preceding...
Annette Marie Gutierrez Turk
August 18, 2026
Annette Marie Gutierrez Turk was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM, having spent only two years in New York and Maryland. Annette grew up in Albuquerque attending St. Mary's for grammar and high school years, maintaining close ties with a core group of classmates for well over 50 years. She is a cancer survivor dating from 2005.
She was predeceased by...
Jeanette Monahan
August 18, 2026
Jeanette Monahan, 92, passed away August 18 after a brief illness. She was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque from the Del Frate and Matteucci families of northern Italy who settled in New Mexico at the turn of the 20th century. She is survived by son, Patrick Monahan, daughter Patricia Kalb, son in law Jeff Kalb, granddaughter Marie Kalb, and grandson...
Ann Sibert Cantwell
August 18, 2026
Ann Sibert Cantwell was born on December 13, 1944, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The youngest of four children, Ann grew up in Corpus Christi, Fort Worth, Albuquerque, and El Paso.
She attended St. Charles Borromeo School and St. Pius High School and completed her high school education at Loretto Academy in El Paso, Texas, in 1964.
Ann was known for her loyal...
Beverly J. Nys
August 17, 2026
Beverly J. Nys, age 94, devoted wife and loving mother, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 17, 2026.Beverly ("Bev") made close friends very easily wherever she lived. She was deeply empathetic and often carried the weight of the world on her shoulders. Bev, and her late husband, Bob, were very devoted to their Catholic faith and to their patriotism -...
Enrique Castillo Perez
August 17, 2026
Mr. Enrique Castillo Perez of Albuquerque, New Mexico left this world to be reunited with his Lord and Savior, Jesus, on August 17, 2026.
He is survived by his; children Leticia Castillo Flores, George Henry Castillo, Maria A. Castillo, Estella Castillo Santos; sister Antonieta Castillo Briceno; numerous nieces and nephews; 11 grandchildren 7; numerous cousins, including George Perez, Anna Perez,...
Joy Nadine Bohning
August 16, 2026
Joy Nadine Bohning, 74, of Albuquerque, went home to God on August 16th after two years of fighting the effects of an ovarian malignancy. Miss Joy, a third-generation music educator, was born in 1952 to Nadine and Paul Bohning in the Swedish community of Lindsborg, KS and grew up in Clearwater, KS. After graduatng from Bethany College in Lindsborg, Miss Joy...
Colin Dale Shelby
August 15, 2026
Dale Shelby, age 97, passed away peacefully in his home on August 15, 2026, with family.
Dale was born in Gould, Oklahoma, on December 17, 1928. He was the firstborn of six siblings.
He served in the Army, Army Reserve, and Air National Guard.
He received a Master's degree in Administration from the University of New Mexico, a bachelor's degree in Education, and...
Edward G. Carr
August 15, 2026
Major Edward G. Carr, age 94, a resident of Albuquerque since 1968 passed away early Saturday morning, August 15, 2026, peacefully at home. He was the son of George Carr and Julia Carr from New Brunswick, New Jersey. Edward was a graduate of New Brunswick high school and graduated in 1949. He received his bachelors degree through the University of...
Robert Arthur Fawver
August 15, 2026
Robert (Bob) Arthur Fawver, born on September 7, 1938, in Freeport, Illinois, passed away on August 15, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia, and survived by his eldest son, Matthew, wife Tracy, children Lilliana and Greyson, and his youngest son, Christopher. A longtime resident of Albuquerque, Bob felt most comfortable in a...
John Brooke Langdon
August 14, 2026
With sadness we announce that John Brooke Langdon passed away August 14, 2026. He was born March 5, 1943 in Santa Barbara, California to John and Helen Langdon.He is survived by his wife of 54 years Frances Langdon, Son John Jr (Kam) children Karsen (Ally) and their children Beau and Blair, Jaxon and Fiancee Alyssa, Daughter Shawn Langdon James, Husband...
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