RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
Kenneth Paul Bierwirth
May 8, 2018
Kenneth Paul Bierwirth completed his earthly portion of life on May 8, 2018, in Albuquerque, age 84. He was born August 30, 1933, Saline County, AR. The family was in the dairy business and his father was a Justice of the Peace. Ken attended Bryant, AR High School and was inducted into the hall of honor as a member...
Christine (Steele) Messenger
May 8, 2018
Christine Messenger, 67, beloved mother, was called to her eternal resting place on May 8, 2018. She entered this world on April 7, 1951 in Boxborough, MA, born to Russell and Pauline Steele. She is survived by her sons, Wade Messenger and Keith Messenger; her four treasured grandchildren, Jove (17), Alex (15), Andrew (12), and Mariah (8...
Jan Oglesby
May 8, 2018
Jan Oglesby, age 82, beloved wife and mother passed away peacefully on May 8, 2018.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 46 years, Tom Oglesby; parents, George and Willie Shirley; and brothers, Buddy Shirley and Kim Shirley. Jan is survived by her son, Scott Oglesby; daughter, Jill Oglesby; six nieces;...
Marquez Andrew James Magana
May 8, 2018
Marquez Andrew James Magaña, age 30, was a Godly knight to his daughter; smooth, charming husband; loyal, loving, older brother; special momma’s boy; a compassionate grandson; thoughtful great grandson; committed, loving uncle; inspirational cousin; passionate son-in-law; supportive brother-in-law; and a charismatic friend. Marquez was loving, honest, and knew what loyalty meant. He was a spontaneous young man that never...
Isabel Mascarenas
May 7, 2018
Isabel (Liz) Mascarenas, age 84, lost her battle with pancreatic cancer May 7, 2018. She died peacefully in the hospital, surrounded by loving family.
Isabel was born June 1, 1933 and raised in Santa Fe, NM until she met and married her husband of 50 years, Henry D. Mascarenas. Serving as a military spouse, they lived in...
Kenneth R. Buehler
May 7, 2018
Kenneth Buehler, 82 our beloved husband and father, passed away peacefully at his home in Rio Rancho NM, on May 7, 2018. He is lovingly survived by Dian, his wife of 58 years; his sister, Janice; sons, Michael and spouse, Andrea, Patrick and spouse, Annie; daughter, Keli and spouse, Randy; grandchildren, Amanda, Kathryn, Malia, Stephen, Scotty; and finally great-grandchildren,...
Dale Eugene Bobb
May 7, 2018
Dale Eugene Bobb passed away Monday, May 7th 2018 at his home. He was surrounded by his wife Jean, and sons Kevin, Jubal, and Heath; as well as his grandson Cameron.
Dale was born July 22nd, 1936 in South Bend, Indiana- the second child to Harold and Floy (Bossick) Bobb. Following his sister Betty, the family moved...
James Walter Doggett
May 7, 2018
James Walter Doggett, 92, of Elephant Butte, NM, passed away on May 7, 2018 in Rio Rancho, NM due to a stroke. Jim was born on October 5,1925 in Boone, IA to a farming family and spent the first years of his life following the grain harvest season, share cropping, and managing the family farm. Because of the stock...
Roy B. Billingsley
May 6, 2018
Roy B. Billingsley
July 3, 1932 – May 6, 2018
He was born in Floydada, TX to Jefferson and Lavenia Billingsley, he was the youngest son; his brother, Granville, sisters, Laverne Hampton and Lavelle Starkey. He is survived by Mary (Noel) Billingsley, his wife of 53 years; his children, Kathy Ann (Rick Butts), Jimmy Earle...
Alice Faye Pare
May 6, 2018
Alice Faye Pare a resident of Albuquerque, NM. Has passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 6, 2018.
She was born on October 27, 1943 in Tucumcari, NM. Alice is survived by her daughter, Michelle Pare; her son, Greg Giggey; and her grandson, Matthew Pare. She was a loving and caring mother, grandmother, neighbor and friend....
Roy Paul Lein
May 6, 2018
Roy Paul Lein, 86, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday May 6, 2018. Roy was born in Bowling Green, Ohio to Roy and Ila Semler Lein. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Patricia Williams Lein; three children, Stephen Lein, Mark Lein and wife, (Janice), Pamela Lein Russom and husband, (Richard); six...
Emmett O. Flowers
May 5, 2018
Emmett Flowers Jr. died on May 5, 2018, very unexpectedly. He was born in El Paso, Texas, but moved to New Mexico when he was 2 weeks old. Emmett married Ruth Garcia on December 29, 1979. They had two children, April and Brian. Emmett moved his family to Gallup in the early 1980’s to open up his first paint...
Charles "Chuck" Baker
May 5, 2018
Charles "Chuck" Baker, 82, a long-time resident of the Albuquerque area passed away peacefully on May 5, 2018 after a long illness. Chuck is survived by his wife, Karen Mager Baker; children, Tina Lind (Bob) and Sheila Poole (Tina’s mother), Joe Baker and Mary Marples; brother-in-law, Steven Mager (Lisa); and beloved dog, Tasha. He also leaves behind many grandchildren,...
Richard Charles Wright
May 4, 2018
Memorial Services were held Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at FRENCH - Wyoming.
Felia P. Chavez
May 4, 2018
Felia P. Chavez, age 69, our family’s rock and “Sunshine” passed away Friday, May 4, 2018.
Felia is known for her unconditional love for her family and making the best Red Chile. Felia enjoyed shopping, dabbling with her artwork, and vacationing with her husband Ignacio.
She is survived by her loving...
Bonnie Selva
May 4, 2018
Bonnie Selva, 62, beloved daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece, wife, mother, aunt, cousin, Grammy, and great-grandmother was called to her eternal resting place on May 4, 2018. She entered this world on May 20, 1955 in Albuquerque, NM, born to Samuel and Barbara Blair. She is survived by her mother, Barbara Blair; husband, Lawrence Selva; daughter-in-law, Lindsey Selva; grandchildren, Bryan...
Celine (Casados) Duran
May 4, 2018
Celine Casados Duran, 94, beloved Wife, Mother, and Grandmother, was called to her eternal resting place on May 4, 2018. She entered this world on December 9, 1923 in Santa Fe, NM, born to Paul Casados and Lasha Roibal Casados. She is preceded in death by her father, mother, sisters; Dolores and Lillian, and brother; Edward. She is survived...
Linda F. Zachary
May 3, 2018
Linda Fay Zachary, born on March 11, 1956, loving mother, daughter, sister, niece, aunt, cousin, and friend was called home on Thursday, May 3, 2018. She was preceded in death by her loving father, Donald Zachary. She is survived by her cherished daughter, Leslie Canniff; mother and best friend, Sylvia Zachary; sisters, Donna Houser and Barbara Mellor; brothers-in-law, Michael...
Kathleen Crocker
May 3, 2018
Kathy Crocker, age 69, a lifetime community member of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on May 3, 2018. Kathy will be remembered for her caring spirit, her cherished friendships and commitment to God and family. She is survived by her children, Leon Spillman, Dion Spillman; her grandchildren, Jacob Spillman, Cora Spillman, Noah Spillman, Owen Spillman, Bronson Spillman; and her brother,...
William Wallace Russell
May 3, 2018
William W. "Bill" Russell passed away May 3, 2018, at his home surrounded by family and friends. Bill was born May 31, 1926, in St. Paul, Minnesota to Edmund and Bernice Russell.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, James; and daughter, Rosemary.
Bill is survived by...



