RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
William Chambers
Dec 28, 2025
William Bell Chambers, known to family and friends as Bill, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2025, following a long illness. Bill grew up in Los Alamos, New Mexico where he was active in the Boy Scouts, learned to ski at Pajarito Mountain Ski Area, and played guitar in a high school rock-and-roll band. Music was a lifelong passion-he continued...
Evangeline Lopez
Dec 28, 2025
Evangeline Mary Lopez, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully among family at home on December 28, 2025. Preceded in death by her husband of sixty-seven years, Bonifacio Lopez, she lived a life defined by devotion to family, quiet generosity, and a love of music.
She is survived by her loving daughters, Belinda Spangle and Yvonne Garcia, and by her...
Rayoma Martin
Dec 28, 2025
Rayoma Sue Martin, 85, peacefully passed away on December 28, 2025 surrounded by her family. She was born in Gorman, Texas on November 4, 1940 to Ray and Lona Smith.Later on as a young child, she moved to Lubbock, Texas. In 1960, she met the love of her life, Sam Martin, while attending Texas Tech and Southside Church of Christ....
Jonathan David Sher
Dec 28, 2025
Jonathan David Sher, known to friends and loved ones as “Jon” and to many as “Dr. Sher,” passed away on the morning of Sunday, December 28, 2025. Jon was born on May 10, 1964 to Verna Nystrom-Sher and Larry Sher. Jon grew up with his loving parents in Albuquerque, NM along with siblings Debbie and Robert. As an adult, Jon...
Myrna Finke
Dec 28, 2025
Myrna Jean (Claggett) Finke, 89 years of age, passed away in Albuquerque, NM on December 28, 2025. She is survived by three of her four children, Aaron Bauman, Denise Baechtel, and Ginger Iglesias in addition to her two granddaughters, Vanessa Baechtel and Una Leonard.
Myrna was a talented artist and her work as a Cartographer was appreciated by countless people in her...
Brandon Keane
Dec 27, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brandon Nathaniel Keane, born on June 25, 1988, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Brandon left us on December 27, 2025, at the age of 37, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and a deep love for animals.Brandon was a devoted son to Gregory and Teresa Keane, beloved brother to Matthew...
Sarah Donelan Soldini Murphy
Dec 27, 2025
Sarah (Sally) Murphy passed from this world on December 27, 2025 after living a life of compassion, strength, grace and love. She was born during the Roaring 20's in Massachusetts as one of eleven siblings. She graduated from St. Bernard's High School. She loved singing and was active in her church.
Sarah was married to Bob Soldini until his death. She...
Shannon Baldwin
Dec 26, 2025
Shannon K Baldwin (66) passed away on December 26, 2025. She was born February 3, 1959 to parents Irl and Carolyn Baldwin in Albuquerque New Mexico. She is survived by brother Lance Baldwin, Ruthie Baldwin (wife), Jerrod and Jesse Baldwin (nephews) and lifelong partner Rhea McDevitt.
Shannon graduated from Sandia High School in 1977. As an accomplished rider, she pursued Jockey...
Lucille Rodriguez
Dec 26, 2025
Cordelia Lucille Rodriguez (Lucy) was born on December 30, 1945, in San Luis, Colorado to Fermin and Beatrice Vigil.
She was called to heaven to rest in God's embrace in Albuquerque, New Mexico on December 26, 2025.
She is preceded in death by her husband George, son Robert, sisters and brother: Bertha (Levi) Roybal, Sister Helen, M.S., Inez (John) Serrano, and Alfonso...
Andy Wilson
Dec 26, 2025
Andy R. Wilson (1928-2025) Andy R. Wilson, 97, passed away on December 26, 2025, leaving behind a legacy defined by his devotion to his family, his country, and his lifelong passion for creation. Raised by a single mother in El Paso, Texas, Andy learned the value of resilience early on. Upon turning 18, he enlisted in the U.S. Army, serving...
Donovan Wilkins
Dec 26, 2025
Donovan Wilkins, 18, The rock of our family, passed away December 26, 2025. He was born in Alexandria,VA but raised in Albuquerque,NM. Donovan was known for his ability to light up a room that he walked in. He was an angel. He is survived by his mother Dolores Willis and his stepfather Karlon Willis, Sisters Kymani, Zeriah, Aminah, Stepmom Alicia...
Mary Theresa Santa Maria
Dec 25, 2025
Mary Theresa Santa Maria, age 94, of Rio Rancho, NM, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, December 25, 2025.
Mary was born on March 4, 1931, to Don and Josephine Torres in Bernalillo, New Mexico. She was the eldest of four sisters, including Jane, Agnes, and Diane. At a young age, her family moved from Bernalillo to Los Angeles....
Patricia Gibson
Dec 25, 2025
Patricia Allison Odell (Pat), 80, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on Christmas morning of 2025. Pat was born November 9, 1945, in New Haven, Connecticut, and was the beloved daughter of Larry and Betty Odell. She was a devoted wife to William J. Gibson Sr. for 58 years, and a guiding light for their only child, William J....
Stephen Gilbert Wiley
Dec 24, 2025
Stephen Gilbert Wiley, 87, of Albuquerque, NM passed away peacefully at his residence December 24, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born August 29, 1938, in Albuquerque, lived in Texas and Oklahoma with his parents, returning to Albuquerque in 1950.
Steve was a devoted family man and served as an Elder of Foothill Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses. He...
Norman C. Troy Jr (Tiny)
Dec 24, 2025
Norman C. Troy Jr., age 69, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2025. He was a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, caring brother, and loyal friend. His presence filled our lives in ways words can never fully capture, and his absence leaves a space that can never be replaced.
Norman was a man who showed his love through his actions....
Vivian Dyer
Dec 24, 2025
Vivian Dyer, 77, beloved wife of David and mother to Allison Stevens and James Dyer, passed away on December 24, 2025. Vivian dedicated over 42 years of her life to educating youth in El Paso, Tulsa and most recently Albuquerque where she taught at both Eisenhower MS and La Cueva HS. Services are pending with French Funerals. Please visit our...
Carol Logan
Dec 24, 2025
Carol Eileen Triplett Logan was born February 28, 1946 in Waco, TX. She was the daughter of Jessie Eileen Carpenter Triplett and Max Triplett.Carol graduated from Wink High School. She graduated from Texas Western College, now known as University of Texas-El Paso. Carol was an educator, having spent more than 30 years teaching in El Paso. Her career included teaching...
Edna Carmichael
Dec 23, 2025
In Loving Memory of Edna Gusdorf Carmichael
Edna Gusdorf Carmichael, age 83, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 23, 2025. She leaves behind a loving family, including her husband, Jim Carmichael; her son, David Martinez; her stepchildren, Carlton, Kevin, and Kathy Carmichael; her sister, Corrine Mondragon; her brother, Ted Gusdorf; her sister-in-law, Dorothy Gusdorf and numerous nieces...
Elke Krell
Dec 23, 2025
Elke A.M. Krell, 85, peacefully passed away on December 23, 2025. She was born July 21, 1940, in Berlin, Germany, and immigrated to the United States in 1958, where she lived out the rest of her life. She was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She worked as a bartender most of her life, allowing her to meet a variety of...
Michelle Erika Cusack-Pallottino
Dec 22, 2025
Our family is deeply saddened by the unexpected loss of our precious Michelle on December 22, 2025. Michelle was known for being a bright, caring & lovable soul who was always thoughtful of others. She lived life to the fullest, took care of her family and always had a smile on her face. She loved to bake and cook for...
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