Obituaries

RECENT OBITUARIES

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

Chrstopher Jay Lombardi

Chrstopher Jay Lombardi

October 30, 2025

We are saddened to share that Christopher Lombardi has passed away on October 30, 2025. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. There are no services planned at this time.

Sandra Mace

Sandra Mace

October 30, 2025

We are saddened to share that Sandra Mace has passed away on October 30, 2025. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.

Carla Branson

Carla Branson

October 29, 2025

Carla Branson, 69, of Albuquerque, NM passed away Wednesday, October 29, 2025.

She worked at many different locations as a fantastic waitress, and also worked as a driver for automotive machine shop where she met her devoted husband. Her longest career job was as a Pharmacy Technician until her retirement in 2022.

When not working, she loved to bake breads and various...

Genevieve Velasquez

Genevieve Velasquez

October 29, 2025

Genevieve Velasquez, 73, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, was called to her eternal resting place on October 29, 2025. She entered this world on March 2, 1952, in Portales, NM, born to Christopher and Julia Ortega. She is survived by her husband, James Velasquez; son, Chris Velasquez; sister, Irene (Norman) Patterson; and grandson, James Velasquez III. 

A Rosary will be...

Sara Kendall

Sara Kendall

October 29, 2025

Sara Leah Kendall, 89, passed peacefully on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. She was born on January 29, 1936, in Havre DeGrace, Maryland. She married Don Kendall, the love of her life in 1955. They were happily married for 67 years. She is survived by her 4 children, Jesse Kendall, Karen Kendall, Mark Kendall, and Michael Kendall. 9 grandchildren, and 6...

Maria Gonzales

Maria Gonzales

October 29, 2025

Maria Theresa Gonzales 87, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, NM passed away October 29,2025 peacefully at home with loved ones.

Theresa was born April 26, 1938 to Rosendo Gonzales Sr. and Filomena Medina Gonzales in Pecos, NM raised in Sena, NM.

She is proceeded in death by her parents, Rosendo and Filomena her sister's Clarita, Virginia, Martha, Clara and brothers Evaristo, Rosendo...

Virginia Eversgerd

Virginia Eversgerd

October 29, 2025

Virginia Eversgerd (Ginny) passed away on October 28, 2025, in the loving care of her daughter, Kristi. She is survived by her son, Jerome (Kim); daughter, Kristi; grandchildren, Ryne (Monica), Bonnie (Courtney), Rachel, and Cruz. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jerome; son, Marcus; and her parents.

Ginny carried herself with grace, confidence, and quiet strength. Her striking...

Lawrence Thomas Miles

Lawrence Thomas Miles

October 29, 2025

Lawrence Thomas Miles, born June 13, 1934, passed away October 29, 2025. Larry was a retired US Air Force Technical Sergeant after 20 years of service. He also worked as an ABQ transit driver from 1971 to 1996. He was married 71 years to his beautiful bride, Lynelle Irene Martin.

Larry loved to bowl, golf, and fish. He also enjoyed visiting...

Sandra Kay ("Sandy") Brown Harris

Sandra Kay ("Sandy") Brown Harris

October 29, 2025

Sandra Kay “Sandy” Brown Harris, age 79, passed away on Wednesday, October 29, 2025.

Sandra was born in Carlsbad, New Mexico, to Frank and Lois Brown on October 24, 1946. Six years later her brother, Wayne, arrived and the family was complete. They camped and fished often, nurturing Sandra’s lifelong love of the outdoors. Surrounded by grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins,...

Albert T. Pohl

Albert T. Pohl

October 28, 2025

On January 23, 1931, Albert Pohl Sr. was born in the mountains of Chilili, NM and on October 28, 2025, he drew his last breath, at his rancho, as was all he ever wanted. He was born to Gregorita (Torres) and Leon Pohl and had seven siblings. He met the love of his life, Refujio "Rose" Gutierrez, in Martinez Town,...

Tyler Storm

Tyler Storm

October 28, 2025

Tyler Storm, age 57, passed away on October 28th, 2025, in Placitas, NM, while mountain biking. Tyler was born in Scott City, Kansas, to parents Virgil (Buzz) Storm and Sharron Shuler. He was raised in Scott City and attended Scott City Schools. Growing up, Tyler developed a strong work ethic at a very young age, honing his manual and problem-solving...

Constance Souza

Constance Souza

October 28, 2025

Connie Souza, 90, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2025, surrounded by family. Connie lived a life filled with family, friends, hard work and volunteering. She sang in choirs and was singing before she died.

Connie worked for Sandia National Labs in the Technical Library before she retired. She was a two-time ovarian cancer survivor and used that blessing to volunteer...

Kenneth Wegman

Kenneth Wegman

October 28, 2025

Ken Wegman



Ken Wegman passed away peacefully on October 28, 2025, in Albuquerque, NM. He was born on February 14, 1937, to Nick and Ida Wegman in Pine Island, MN.



Ken graduated from Pine Island High School in 1955 and served in the Navy from 1959-63 where he was stationed in the Philippines. Ken married Ann Ganyo on June 13, 1964, in...

Shirley Riley

Shirley Riley

October 27, 2025

Shirley Riley, beloved wife, mother, grandma, and great-grandma and sister, passed away in Laughlin, Nevada on Oct 27th, 2025. She passed away peacefully in her sleep, while on vacation with her husband.

Shirley is survived by her husband of 52 years, Johnny "Darnell" Riley; her son, Johnny Riley II of Albuquerque; her daughter, Shawn Rollins of Roswell; her son, David Terry...

John Steenson

John Steenson

October 27, 2025

John Paul Steenson passed away at home on October 27, 2025, at the age of 77, following a long illness. He was born in Hammond, Indiana, to John and Emma (Benyei) Steenson. John graduated from Hammond Vocational School and attended Purdue Lake County Extension. In 1971, he relocated to Albuquerque.

John was preceded in death by his parents and sister Jacqueline...

Angeline Black

Angeline Black

October 27, 2025

Angeline P. Black, age 97, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2025, in Goodyear, Arizona, just two weeks shy of her 98th birthday.

She is now reunited in Heaven with her beloved husband, Joseph T. Black; her son, Alan Joseph Black; her sister, Henrietta Martinez; and her parents, Anita Springer Perea LeBlond and Gabino Perea, who preceded her in death.

Angeline’s life was...

Deborah Tischler

Deborah Tischler

October 26, 2025

Deborah Ann Poetzl Tischler, a woman whose vibrant faith and gentle spirit touched countless lives, passed away peacefully in Albuquerque, New Mexico on October 26, 2025. She was 85. Deborah was born August 21, 1940, in Chicago, Illinois to Raymond Poeztl and Margery Coffey Poetzl.

She graduated from Highland High School in Albuquerque and furthered her education at the University of...

Maria Pulgarin

Maria Pulgarin

October 26, 2025

Maria del Socorro Pulgarin Born May 7, 1941, in Tuitán, Durango, Mexico - Passed on October 26, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Maria del Socorro Pulgarin was a woman of extraordinary resilience, love, and grace. Born in the heart of Durango, she carried the spirit of her homeland with pride and dignity. Her life was a testament to hard work...

Stanley Keach

Stanley Keach

October 25, 2025

Stanley Kent Keach devoted twenty-one years of distinguished service to the United States Navy marked by service, integrity, and quiet strength, achieving the rank of Master Chief Petty Officer (E9). A man of strength and humility, Stan embodied compassion, integrity, and quiet courage in every aspect of his life.

Following his distinguished naval career, Stan continued his commitment to public service...

Margaret Gay

Margaret Gay

October 25, 2025

Margaret Gay ObituaryMargaret Grammer GayMargaret Grammer Gay, a devoted public servant and beloved member of her community, passed away on October 25, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi, at the age of 68. Born on May 26, 1957, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Margaret was a nurturing presence in the lives of her family and friends, known for her warmth and generosity.Margaret's distinguished...