RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
Zenaida Navarrette
Dec 2, 2018
Zenaida Rey Navarrette, 86, sister and aunt, passed away Sunday December 2, 2018. Zenaida was born to David and Maria Rey Navarrette on April 4,1932 in Alpine, Texas. Zenaida was a deeply religious person and loved her job as a nurse's aide.
She is survived by her brother Alvaro Navarrette; sister-in-law Inez Navarrette; and sister Anita Pena....
Agustine Ernesto Montoya
Dec 2, 2018
Agustine Ernesto “Ernie” Montoya, age 78, was called to his eternal resting place on December 2, 2018. He passed away after an extended battle with Parkinson's Disease. Ernie entered this world on May 28, 1940 in Torreón, NM, born to Frank and Ocariz Montoya. He was raised in the Barelas neighborhood and attended Albuquerque Public Schools. He later worked...
Mark Ellis Andrews
Dec 1, 2018
Mark Ellis Andrews, 63, of Rio Rancho, New Mexico succumbed to cancer and was called to his eternal resting place on December 1, 2018. He entered this world on April 12, 1955 in Albuquerque, NM, born to Henry and Bernice Andrews of Prewitt, New Mexico. He is survived by his daughter Morgan Andrews; son Garrett Andrews; from his second...
Marcella Marie Martinez
Dec 1, 2018
Marcella Martinez, Born February 23, 1922 passed away peacefully on December 1, 2018. She was born and raised in Santa Rosa, NM and graduated from Santa Rosa High School. In 1940 Marcella married Salome “Sam” Martinez. They lived in Santa Rosa and worked the ranch in Pintada, NM. Then later, they moved to Albuquerque where they owned Central Paint...
Josefina (Josie) Preston
Dec 1, 2018
Josefina (Josie) Preston, 76, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, was called to her eternal resting place on December 1, 2018. She entered this world on December 25, 1941 in San German, Puerto Rico, born to Romona Sanchez. She is survived by her daughters, Rose Adkins, Lena Lockard, Julia (Bryon) Apodaca; son, Danny Lockard and husband, Timothy Preston; grandchildren Amber...
Mary E. (Gentry) Bauder
Nov 30, 2018
Mary Etcheverry Gentry Bauder, passed into eternal life to her Savior, The Lord Jesus, on November 30, 2018, at the age of 86, at her home in Cedar Crest, NM, surrounded by her family.
She was born March 19, 1932 to parents, Jim Etcheverry and Florence Etcheverry of Carlsbad, NM. She is survived by her husband, Marvin...
Clara Ethel (Hinojos) Henson
Nov 30, 2018
Clara (Peggy) Hinojos Henson was born on July 11, 1923 in Willard, NM. She was married to Otis Henson for 64 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Otis Henson; parents, Jose Beltran and Clara Dow Hinojos; her brothers, Joe Hinojos from San Diego, California, and Bertram Hinojos from Pueblo, Colorado. She is survived by her daughters,...
Richard Nichols
Nov 29, 2018
Richard Nichols was welcomed into the kingdom of heaven on November 29, 2018. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. In Richard’s final days he did not complain but spoke of his thankfulness to God for the blessing and adventure filled life he was given. Richard was born May 2, 1935 in Madison, Wisconsin. He graduated from...
William A. Short II
Nov 29, 2018
Judge William A. Short II, passed away on November 29, 2018. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Ethel Bryan Short and daughter, Kelly D. Short. He is survived by his wife, Lynn M. Short; daughters, Cynthia June Short and Karen Lynn Short; grandchildren, Celena (Aaron), Christina (Robert), and Brett (Zach), and grandson, Dillon;...
Patricia Anne Fascitelli
Nov 29, 2018
Patricia Anne Fascitelli, born October 7, 1942 in Chicago, IL, passed away peacefully at home on November 29, 2018 at age 76. After a valiant battle with Parkinson’s disease, her body simply quit on her. Her brain had not, however, and she maintained her wittiness until she could speak no more.
She is survived by her loving...
Jennie J. Tafoya
Nov 29, 2018
Jennie J. Tafoya, age 92, passed away on November 29, 2018. A Rosary will be recited on Friday, December 14, 10:00 a.m., at FRENCH – Wyoming with a reception to follow. Interment will take place at 3:00 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery.
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Robin L. White
Nov 29, 2018
Robin passed away Thursday, November 29, 2018. Friends may visit Wednesday, December 5, 2018 from 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. at FRENCH – Lomas, immediately followed by a Funeral Service at 3:00 p.m. Robin will be interred at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Robin at www.FrenchFunerals.com
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David Earl McCormick
Nov 29, 2018
Col. David Earl McCormick, 81, US Air Force Ret., our family’s rock, went to be with his Lord November 29, 2018 with his three devoted daughters and sister by his side. He was preceded in death by his wife of 51 years, Luora Jean; son, David James; grandson, Ryan; and parents, David Earl and mother, Izora Pease....
John Phillip Dorsett
Nov 28, 2018
John Phillip Dorsett was born on December 20, 1938, in Arrey, New Mexico, and died suddenly after a long battle with Alzheimer’s Dementia in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with his loving partner and companion at his side on November 28, 2018, at their home. He died in the garden with the sun on his face. He was the son of...
Elaine C. Brooks
Nov 28, 2018
Elaine Brooks, 72, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully at home on November 28, 2018, with her husband by her side.
Elaine Cheryl Heaslet was born on June 19, 1946, in Long Beach, CA, to Clinton and Ella (Korander) Heaslet.
She was in the church choir and a straight-A student throughout her school...
William Ivan Zagar
Nov 28, 2018
Bill Zagar, beloved father and grandfather passed away on Wednesday, November 28, 2018. Bill was preceded in death by his wife Peggy. He is survived by his sons, Rick Zagar and wife, Donna, John Zagar and wife, Gale and Ken Zagar and wife, Karla; four grandchildren, Kristin Jackson and husband Ryan, David Zagar, Dan Zagar and wife,...
Lawrence Bennett
Nov 27, 2018
Lawrence "Moe" Edward Bennett, 39, a resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, 27 November, 2018. He is survived by his children, Serena, Drake, Thayne, and Livia; father, John Bennett and wife, Kay; mother, Teresa Bennett; brother, Steven Bennett and wife, Anna and their children, Brian and Julia; grandmother, Marilyn Strauss; grandfather, Myron Knapschafer. He started work for the...
Karen McKee Glaser
Nov 26, 2018
Karen believed that advancing years merely changed the number of birthdays one could claim and that should in no way limit one’s activities. After retirement she maintained her old habits, such as skiing, hiking, gym workouts and traveling as long as she was able. Advancing years eventually slow us down and catch up with all of us in some...
Carlos Castaneda
Nov 26, 2018
Carlos Castaneda of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away on Nov 26, 2018. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.
Barbara Ann Loveless
Nov 26, 2018
Barbara Ann Loveless, age 85, passed away on Monday, November 26, 2018. A long-time resident of Albuquerque, Barbara worked for the Children Youth and Families Department and served as State Coordinator for New Mexico Head Start. She was involved in preschool education and worked with families as the founding director for the Santo Domingo Pueblo Head Start Program, currently...



