RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
James "Dale" Brannon
Apr 26, 2019
James “Dale” Brannon, 84, of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away on Friday, April 26th, 2019 surrounded by family.
He was born to parents, Dimmitt and Bessie Brannon on March 28, 1935 in Mountainair, New Mexico. He graduated from Carlsbad High School in 1954 and joined the Navy immediately following graduation, serving 4 ½ years. He...
James E. Brevig Sr.
Apr 26, 2019
James Edward Brevig Sr., 73, a resident of Rio Rancho passed on to be with his Holy Father on Friday, April 26, 2019. James was born on Wednesday, February 27, 1946, the son of Rachel Rounsville and Edwin Brevig in Minneapolis, MN. He is survived by his two daughters, Leslie McGuire and her husband, Tom of Redwood City, CA...
Manuel Lujan Jr.
Apr 25, 2019
Manuel Lujan, Jr., age 90, passed away at his home on Thursday, April 25, 2019.
Born Saturday, May 12, 1928, on the San Ildefonso Pueblo, NM, the eighth child of Manuel and Lorenzita (Romero) Lujan. The family moved to Santa Fe in around 1930 where he graduated from St. Michael's High School in 1946. He...
Frances B. Springer
Apr 24, 2019
Frances Barton Springer, born in El Paso, Texas, to Eugene and Zora Barton, passed away quietly in the loving care of family.
She was preceded in death by her dear husband of 60 years, Franz A. Springer, and her two brothers, John R. Barton, and William G. “Buddy” Barton. Frances is survived by her son,...
Antonia Marie Archibeque
Apr 24, 2019
Antonia Marie Archibeque, age 84, peacefully left us to return to Our Heavenly Father on Wednesday, April 24, 2019. Antonia, a lifelong resident of Bernalillo, NM, was born on Tuesday, January 1, 1935, in Sile, NM, to Delfido and Perfecta Gonzales, who preceded her in death. Antonia was a devoted wife, loving mother, beloved grandmother, and great-grandmother to 16...
William L. Johnson
Apr 24, 2019
William L. Johnson passed from this life Wednesday, April 24, 2019. He was born April 14, 1934 in Topeka Kansas to Raymond and Inez Johnson.
After a long and fierce battle with an autoimmune disorder and a fight against cancer his struggle ended early morning April 24.
Bill as everyone called him was a graduate...
Lola Mae Bailey
Apr 24, 2019
Lola Mae Bailey died Wednesday, April 24, 2019 in Albuquerque, New Mexico at the Beehive Home where she had lived for the last 4 ½ years. She was born June 14, 1920 in Riverdale, Idaho to Lorenzo and Sylvia Wright. She would have celebrated her 99th birthday in June. She grew up on a farm up Cub River Canyon...
Louis Theodore Ducharme
Apr 24, 2019
Louis Theodore Ducharme, 17, born on October 7, 2001, went to be at peace with the Lord on Wednesday, April 24, 2019. Louis was a junior at Eldorado High School. His hobbies and loves included skiing, mountain biking, dirt biking and cars. He filled any room with laughter with his fun-loving wittiness and confidence! His kindness and accepting spirit...
Hester Marie Tidwell Di Bruno
Apr 23, 2019
Here is a brief glimpse of the life of our beloved mother who lived for 91 years, and suddenly left this earth on Tuesday, April 23, 2019, while staying at her daughters’ home in Albuquerque, NM.
She was the oldest of 9 children who lived at the family home in Bon Aqua, TN, and was surround by...
Oren Ray Cordrey
Apr 23, 2019
Oren Cordrey was born Friday, January 9, 1942 in Terre Haute, Indiana the first son of five children to Oren Ray Cordrey Sr. and Marie Taylor Cordrey.
Oren graduated from Albuquerque High in 1959 and promptly joined the United States Navy and served his country as a Radioman (1959-63). Upon leaving the service, he met...
Pauline Fratrick
Apr 23, 2019
Pauline Fratrick, born March 1, 1929, age 90, of Albuquerque, NM, passed away peacefully on the morning of April 23, 2019. She was a loving, dedicated and loyal wife and mother. She was widowed May 30, 2005 with the passing of George T. Fratrick, her loving husband. She is survived by her three children, Michelle, Michael and wife, Marge,...
William "Bill" Fogleman
Apr 23, 2019
William (Bill) Fogleman, 54, a loving and embracing father, source of pride to his family, successful business owner, as well as a loyal and fun-loving friend, passed away Tuesday, April 23, 2019.
Bill was internationally known for his work in the Geographic Information Systems business. The recipient of numerous professional awards and accolades, his work...
Vernon Dee Crabtree
Apr 22, 2019
Vernon Dee Crabtree, age 72, passed away unexpectedly Monday, April 22, 2019 due to complications related to Parkinson’s Disease.
Born Friday, March 28, 1947 in Bremerton, Washington, Dee is preceded in death by his parents, Vernon and Edith Crabtree; as well as his older sister, Ivis Crabtree. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Donna;...
Jason Lee Brown
Apr 22, 2019
Jason Lee Brown, age 38, was called to be with our heavenly father on Monday, April 22, 2019. Jason was a dedicated father, beloved husband, our family's rock, and a mentor to many. He was a well-known businessman and a lifelong resident of Albuquerque. Jason was known for his great dedication to his family, friends, business, and...
Dorothy Lois Kollman
Apr 22, 2019
Dorothy Lois Kollman of Albuquerque, New Mexico, age 92, passed away on April 22, 2019.
A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, May 1, 2019, 2:00 p.m., at La Vida Llena, 10501 Lagrima De Oro Rd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111.
A Graveside Service will take place on Thursday, May 2, 2019, 10:30 a.m., at...
Arthur V. Gallegos
Apr 22, 2019
Arthur Vidal Gallegos, 81, was born to Arthur and Laura (Montoya) Gallegos in Las Vegas, NM, Tuesday, November 2, 1937. Arthur passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 22, 2019 at 10:57 pm at Lovelace Heart Hospital in Albuquerque NM.
Arthur was the oldest brother to Joan (Archuleta), Donald, Loretta (Sturam), Leo, Bobby, and Phillip Gallegos. ...
Sandra E. Wilks
Apr 22, 2019
Sandra Wilks, age 85, our mother passed away on Monday, April 22, 2019. Sandra grew up in Brooklyn, NY, she attended Antioch College in Yellow Springs, OH, she raised her family in Phoenix, AZ, and retired in Corrales, NM. She was preceded by her husband, Richard B. Wilks; and her parents, Meyer and Lee Wexler. She is survived by...
Helen V. Edwards
Apr 21, 2019
Helen Edwards, 94, beloved Mother, was called to rest Sunday, April 21, 2019. She was born in Altus, OK, to Robert and Minnie Van Burkleo . She graduated from Oklahoma State University and received a music educator's degree. Her stellar piano playing helped her teach children of all ages to love music. She was preceeded in death by her...
Jonathan Jesse Gray
Apr 21, 2019
Jonathan Jesse Gray passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2019 at the age of 27. He is survived by his parents, Michael and Denise; his brothers, Matt and Eli; Grandma Lou; Aunt Gilly from BC; and his cousins, Michael, Mark, Inness and Jessica. He graduated in Math and Philosophy from NM Tech and was currently a 3L student at ...
Alberta "Babs" Nash
Apr 21, 2019
Alberta “Babs” Nash, age 93, died peacefully at home on Sunday, April 21, 2019 in Albuquerque, NM. Babs is survived by daughter, Kathryn Nash-Williams of Albuquerque; son, Dan Nash of Albuquerque; daughter, Kelly Wilner (Dr. Joel Wilner) of Santa Fe, NM. She is also survived by a brother, Bob Metcalfe of Saint John, NB Canada; sisters-in-law, Peg Abad of...



