RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
Rita Medina
Feb 15, 2026
We are saddened to share that our beloved Rita Medina, 84, passed away on February 15th, 2026. She was at peace in her home, surrounded by loved ones.
Rita was born on October 9th, 1941, in Las Vegas, NM, to Juanita and Ignacio Gutierrez. She spent most of her childhood there and graduated from Las Vegas Robertson HS. Eventually, she...
Karen Jane Knight
Feb 14, 2026
Karen Jane (O'Connor) Knight, 85, passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus on February 14, 2026, after an extended illness. She was born September 27, 1940, in South Bend, Indiana, to Russell and Gladys O'Connor.
Karen graduated from North Liberty High School and earned her Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education from Western Michigan University. After graduation, she moved to Ashland,...
Belen De La O-Sanchez
Feb 14, 2026
Our momma, Belen De La O-Sanchez, died on February 14, 2026, at the age of 85. She was born in Greeley, Colorado, entering this world with an identical twin named Sofia. Both were inseparable for 83 years when Sofia passed away in March of 2024. Mom was with Sofia at her last breath.
Mom was employed with ARCA, a facility for...
Sally Lynne Cleland
Feb 13, 2026
Sally Lynne Cleland, beloved matriarch, mother, grandmother (great, great) and friend, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2026, surrounded by her family. Born on January 19, 1938, in Des Moines, Iowa,
Sally lived a full and meaningful life defined by her deep love for her family, her sharp wit, and her generous heart.
While attending Highlands University, she met the love of...
Michael T. Chaney
Feb 12, 2026
Michael Taylor Chaney, a devoted husband, loving father, and dear friend, passed away on February 12, 2026. He leaves behind a legacy of kindness and warmth, cherished by his beloved wife, Lynn Chaney, and their children, Theresa Matinas and Jonathon Chaney. Michael's life will be celebrated and remembered by his sisters, Kathy Chaney, LeeAnn Bruce, Karen Nothdurft, and Linda Epperson,...
Ervin Louis Ulibarri
Feb 12, 2026
Ervin Ulibarri, born October 16, 1938, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2026, at the age of 87, leaving behind a legacy of family, integrity, and kindness.Ervin was born and raised in Raton, New Mexico, where he built the foundation of the values that guided him throughout his life. The son of a hardworking coal miner and a local grocery...
Rebecca Leah McKernan
Feb 12, 2026
Rebecca passed away on February 12, 2026, after a 12-year fight with Parkinsons. She was able to pass surrounded by her family at home.
Rebecca was born in Los Alamos in 1955 to Frank and Emilia Guevara and was the third of six children. Rebecca always loved children and started working at the pediatric clinic in Los Alamos in 1970. She...
Edith Maria Abrego
Feb 11, 2026
Edith Abrego
June 13, 1928 - February 11, 2026
Edith Abrego passed away peacefully on February 11, 2026, at the age of 97. She was a remarkable woman whose strength, courage, and unwavering positivity left a lasting mark on everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.
Although she did not have children of her own, TÃa Edita opened her...
Janette Kay Murphy
Feb 11, 2026
Janette Kay Murphy of Albuquerque entered Heaven on Feb. 11 at the age of 81. Beloved wife, sister, mother, grandmother and friend, Janette was a woman of strong faith, unwavering love of family and a champion for children. She dedicated her adult life to teaching and nurturing children and mentoring other teachers, touching countless lives through her kindness, sincerity and...
Jesse Paul Haines
Feb 11, 2026
Jesse Paul Haines, age 83, passed on to his Heavenly home on February 11, 2026.
Jesse was born in Hershey, Pennsylvania, and as a young boy moved with his family to West Milton, Ohio. Growing up along the Stillwater River behind the family home, he enjoyed playing basketball, running track, spending time with friends and family, and water skiing. He...
Stella Marquez
Feb 10, 2026
Stella Marquez passed away peacefully on February 10, 2026, with family by her side, just days before her 93rd birthday. A devoted mother, wife, grandmother, and friend, Stella will be lovingly remembered for her poise, elegance, and gracious spirit.
She was born as Stella Alvarez on February 21, 1933, in Las Cruces, New Mexico and was raised by Juanita Soto Sanchez...
Romana Gonzales
Feb 10, 2026
In loving memory. It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing our beloved mother, grandmother and great- grandmother who departed this world in February 10, 2026. She peacefully departed surrounded by her family.She was cherished, admired, and loved by all who knew her. Born February 12, 1930. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Joaquin, and...
Robert Lewis Hatcher
Feb 9, 2026
Robert Lewis Hatcher, 87, of Albuquerque NM, passed away Monday, February 9th, 2026 at his home. Robert was born on November 26, 1938, to John and Gertrude Hatcher in Detroit, Michigan.
He served in the US Army and afterwards graduated from the University of New Mexico with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in education. Robert retired from Sandia National Labs after 34...
Bob Borbely
Feb 9, 2026
Robert (Bob) Borbely, age 76, passed away February 9th, 2026. A devoted husband, proud father, loving grandfather, decorated veteran, and steadfast mentor, he lived boldly, loved fiercely, and left an indelible mark on everyone fortunate enough to know him.
Above all else, he was a family man. A devoted husband, he built a life grounded in loyalty, strength, and unwavering love....
Malcolm Robert Benjamin
Feb 9, 2026
We are saddened to share that Malcolm Benjamin has passed away on February 9, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time.
Virginia Riddle
Feb 8, 2026
Virginia (Martin) Riddle, age 92, passed away peacefully with her children by her side on February 8, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was born on October 25, 1933, in Caldwell, Kansas, to Ivan Wayne Martin and Vera Lois Fauchier (Martin). Virginia was raised in Wellington, Kansas, where she graduated from Wellington High School in 1951.
Virginia joined the U.S. Navy...
Joseph "Joe" Rippin Jr.
Feb 8, 2026
Joseph "Joe" Rippin, Jr., age 92 of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, February 8, 2026. He was born in Illinois, served in the US Army, got married to Dolores, started a family and later was transferred by GTE Lenkurt (Siemens) to Albuquerque where he moved his family to enjoy a long and...
Alicia Jill Westbrook
Feb 8, 2026
Alicia Jill Westbrook, age 46, passed away on February 8, 2026 after a 27 month fight against cancer. Alicia was born June 25, 1979, in Clovis, NM to her parents Curtis (Jeep) and Anita Westbrook. With her parents she moved to ft. Sumner in 1990 and then to Albuquerque in the fall of 1993.
Alicia spent her career working in healthcare....
Joseph Charles Quirici
Feb 8, 2026
Joseph Charles Quirici, 84, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2026, surrounded by family after unexpected events.
Born on March 8, 1941, in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Solferino Quirici and Viola “Tartaglia” Quirici, Joe was known for his charm and humor. Joe graduated from the University of Albuquerque (College of Saint Joseph on the Rio Grande) and...
Ida M. Chavez
Feb 8, 2026
Ida M. Chavez passed away courageously on February 8, 2026, at the age of 89. She was born prematurely to Juan and Elvira Pena in a small town near Abiqui, NM on January 13, 1937. Ida was given the name "Patitas de Raton" by her grandfather due to her being so tiny when she was born. Ida was raised in...
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