RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
Margaret Anne Monte
Mar 21, 2026
Margaret C. Monte passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 21st, surrounded by the love of the family she cherished so deeply. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend whose kindness and warmth touched all who knew her.
Margaret was the loving mother of five children: Eileen Monte, Ann Banek, Jeff Monte, Dan Monte, and Katy Slota. Her greatest...
Shirley Jane Brown
Mar 20, 2026
Shirley Jane Brown (Kingery) of North Oak, Minnesota, passed away at 104 on March 20, 2026. Shirley was born May 18, 1921 in Worthington, Minnesota. She was preceded in death by her husband, of 70 years, Erwin W. Brown (2013). She is survived by her daughter, Barbara (Daniel Engen); her son, William Brown; six grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.Shirley...
Lucille Curley Herrera
Mar 20, 2026
Lucille Curley Herrera
February 20, 1940 - March 20, 2026
Lucille Herrera was born February 20, 1940, in Two Grey Hills, NM. She passed away peacefully at home on March 20, 2026.
She is survived by her sons, Lorne (Sharon) Ahkee, and Jared Ahkee; daughters, Leah Ahkee, and Latisha (Leo) Padilla; her sisters, Mary (Art) Davis, Emma Albert, and Elsie Albert; and brothers,...
Pete J. Romero
Mar 20, 2026
Pete J. Romero, 85, passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Friday March 20, 2026. Pete was born on October 25, 1940, to Cipriano and Eutimia Romero in Jaconita, NM.
Pete was preceded in death by his parents; sisters Ramoncita and Loyola Romero, Dianna Gonzales, Belinda Lopez, and brother Horacio Romero; his in-laws Ersilia Romero and Billy...
Judy Lynn Duran
Mar 20, 2026
Judy L. Duran, born on November 25, 1951, in Kansas, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 20, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She will be deeply missed by her family and all who knew her. Judy was a devoted mother to her daughter, Jennifer Padilla, and son, Shaun Duran. Her love shone brightly for her grandchildren, Aaron and Zachary Padilla,...
Valerie Louise Trujillo
Mar 19, 2026
Valerie Louise Trujillo, born on February 22, 1943, in Hampshire, Illinois, passed away on March 19, 2026. Valerie was a dedicated educator whose teaching career began on the Laguna Reservation in New Mexico. It is there where she met and soon married the love of her life Joe "Isi Trujillo. Her and Joe moved to Fort Collins, Colorado, where she...
Emery Lee Sauve
Mar 19, 2026
Emery L. SauveDecember 22, 1946 - March 19, 2026
Emery L. Sauve, age 79, received his Heavenly Promotion and permanent change of address on March 19, 2026. Emery lived a life defined by unwavering faith, quiet strength, and a deep love for his family.
A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, and great grandfather, Emery found his greatest joy in the moments spent with...
Harry Donald "Pete" Ettinger
Mar 19, 2026
Harry Donald "Pete" Ettinger made his final flight to heaven on March 19, 2026.
He is survived by his loving wife, Sue; and his cherished son, Peter Karl. Survivors also include his dear sister, Kaye Howell Rassam; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Carl D. and Lois Faye Ettinger.
Pete made his first full-stop landing at St....
Michael Bruce Popescu Mr
Mar 19, 2026
It is with deep sadness we share the passing of a remarkable man, Michael Bruce Popescu, 74, of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Michael passed away on March 19 after a brief illness. He was born on August 28, 1951, in Ellwood City, Pennsylvania.
He graduated from Clovis High School, and he went on to Eastern New Mexico University where he received a...
Malachi Edward Gabriel Patel
Mar 19, 2026
Malachi Edward Gabriel Patel was born at 28 weeks gestation, on Friday March 13, 2026 and returned to our Lord on Thursday March 19, 2026 at 7:27pm.
Malachi passed away peacefully in the arms of his adoptive parents Ronald A. Patel and Isabelle R. Patel. Malachi will always be a treasured gift from God who brought our family great joy during...
René López
Mar 18, 2026
We are saddened to announce that René López died peacefully on March 18, 2026, in Edgewood, NM. René was born on April 27th, 1933, in Vilcún, Chile and was raised and went to high school in Temuco, Chile. Later, he attended the University of Chile in Santiago.He immigrated to the United States in the early 1960s, and settled in Albuquerque,...
Edgar H. Turner
Mar 18, 2026
Edgar H. Turner will be remembered for his dedication, kindness, and the lasting impact he made on those around him. His memory lives in the hearts of family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Edgar H. Turner, born on June 16, 1927, passed away peacefully at the age of 98 on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, in Los...
Frederick Alexander White
Mar 18, 2026
Frederick Alexander White passed away on March 18, 2026 at 66 years old.
Born on August 10, 1959, Fred lived a life defined by hard work, resilience, and a deep commitment to the people he loved. He was a businessman and entrepreneur, building his own path through ventures in jewelry and furniture rentals.
Fred was known for his toughness, his sharp sense...
Frederick McKee Mossman
2026
Frederick McKee Mossman, 1934 - 2026
Departed this life to his Eternal Rest, trusting in his Savior Jesus Christ.Born in Valentine, Nebraska February 4, 1934, to Frederick Andrew and Edna McKee Mossman, he spent his first years on the family homestead nestled along the Niobrara River near Valentine. Here he learned the value of hard work growing up around his father...
Maria Del Pilar Gallegos
Mar 17, 2026
Maria "Mary" Del Pilar Gallegos, the daughter of Jacobo and Ascencion Velarde, she was born and raised in Velarde, New Mexico. She grew up picking apples, cherries, apricots, and pears with her three sisters and three brothers on her father's orchard. She remembers, as a young girl, shining apples and bringing them up to the highway to sell. In her...
Howard McCreary III
Mar 17, 2026
We are saddened to share that Howard McCreary III has passed away on March 17, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Karl Kirby Rosazza
Mar 16, 2026
Karl Kirby Rosazza was born September 22, 1940, in Hopewell, Virginia to Gratto (Jack) Rosazza and Dorothy Kirby. Karl passed away on March 16, 2026. He graduated from Staunton Military Academy in 1959 and enlisted in the US Army in 1960. After his military service had been completed, he moved from Hopewell, Virginia to Albuquerque, New Mexico to begin a...
Joseph Aaron Salazar
Mar 16, 2026
The family of Joseph Aaron Salazar, age 26, regretfully announced that he passed away on March 16, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unforgettable kindness. Born on July 18, 1999, Joseph lived life fully and fearlessly, embracing every moment with a contagious joy that touched everyone around him. From the very beginning, Joseph was a blessing beyond...
Angie Ines Mendez
Mar 16, 2026
Angie Ines Mendez, 102, of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away peacefully on March 16, 2026.
She was born to Federico and Epimenia (nee Montoya) Martinez in Chimayo, New Mexico on January 17, 1924.
She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband Alfredo Mendez; son Paul Mendez; three sisters and two brothers.
She is survived by her daughters Lucy (Don) Martinez, and...
Manuel Ernie Gonzales
Mar 16, 2026
Manuel Gonzales, 79, loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather, nephew, uncle, and friend, passed away Monday, March 16, 2026. Manuel was truly the rock of his family, and while he was known for being an avid Harley enthusiast and a devoted Raider fan, he was perhaps best known for his love of cold cuts. As a passionate car guy and...
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