Obituaries

RECENT OBITUARIES

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

Timothy Guy (Tim) Trucano

Timothy Guy (Tim) Trucano

September 20, 2026

Timothy Guy Trucano (Tim), a wise mentor, cherished friend, dedicated former husband, brilliant mathematician and computational physicist at Sandia National Laboratories, passed away after a brief illness on September 20, 2026. He was 75 years old.

Tim spent a decorated 38-year career at Sandia, gaining widespread recognition for his expertise in computational physics and, later, for articulating the Verification and Validation...

Alan Scott Hutchins

Alan Scott Hutchins

September 20, 2026

Alan Scott Hutchins, age 55, our beloved brother passed away September 20, 2026. Alan was known for his love of doing bodywork, as well as mechanical work on cars and trucks. He also enjoyed music, fishing, and art. In his early years, he worked as an independent contractor painting the interior and exterior of homes. He was a CDL licensed...

Robert Arthur Trudo

Robert Arthur Trudo

September 20, 2026

Robert Arthur Trudo, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2026, in Edgewood, New Mexico. Born on June 6, 1940, in Chicago, Illinois, Robert led a remarkable life filled with passion for engineering, aviation, and family. He proudly served in the United States Air Force, enlisting on July 22, 1958, and achieving the rank of...

Frank "Pancho" Niner

Frank "Pancho" Niner

September 19, 2026

Frank “Pancho” Niner, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away September 19, 2026, at his home peacefully.

Frank was born in Bernalillo, New Mexico, raised on the Sandia Pueblo until the age of 15, then the family moved to Taos, where he graduated high school.

Frank worked on the Philmont Boy Scout Ranch as a wrangler and then as a cowhand...

Samuel Ersie Dillow Jr.

Samuel Ersie Dillow Jr.

September 18, 2026

Samuel E. Dillow, Jr.

February 28, 1931 - September 18, 2026

Samuel E. Dillow, Jr., "Sam or S.E. to family", a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many passed away peacefully on September 18, 2026 at the age of 95.

Sam was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Joan Dillow, and sons, Steven Dillow and Larry Dillow. Sam...

Ronald John (Ron) Fuss

Ronald John (Ron) Fuss

September 18, 2026

Ronald John (Ron) Fuss, 78, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2026.

Ron was born in Sommers Point, New Jersey, on June 8, 1948, to Sheridan W. Fuss and Amelia A. Shennan-Fuss. Ron grew up in the Albuquerque's South Valley with his family; stepfather "Pop" Scivier; mother, Amelia; brother, Sheridan; and sister, Joyce.

Ron was a proud UNM...

Arsenio Garcia

Arsenio Garcia

September 18, 2026

It is with great sorrow to announce that Arsenio Garcia, aged 92, much beloved father, husband, brother passed on September 18, 2026. Born on June 19, 1934 in Puerto De Luna, New Mexico to Ezequiel and Victoria Garcia. Arsenio is preceded in death by his parents Ezequiel and Victoria Garcia, siblings Luis, Nestor, Josefina, Isidro, Mike, Ezequiel, Isabelle and Vidal,...

Martin Nathaniel Thieme, Jr.

Martin Nathaniel Thieme, Jr.

September 18, 2026

Martin N Thieme Jr. went home to be with Jesus on September 18, 2026. He is survived by his wife, Ruth Thieme, his son, Martin Thieme, and his favorite oldest and youngest granddaughters, Hannah and Kristen Thieme. Martin was a devoted Christian and would always talk about the Lord to anyone that he met. A memorial service will be held...

Consuelo Banos

Consuelo Banos

September 18, 2026

Consuelo "Connie" Banos passed away on September 18, 2026. Born on November 9, 1929, Connie lived a life deeply rooted in her Catholic faith and was a dedicated member of Annunciation Church. Known for her gentle spirit and kindness, she enjoyed playing bridge and gardening. She served professionally as a school secretary for the Albuquerque Public Schools. She is survived...

Rosalie Ann Harvey

Rosalie Ann Harvey

2026

"SON OF A BISCUIT!"

If those words came flying out of the kitchen, there was a good chance Rosalie Harvey had just burned her hand on something hot.

Again.

Whatever happened, dinner was still going to make it to the table.

That was Rosalie.

Rosalie Harvey, 71, was a devoted mother, loyal friend, incredible cook, animal lover, and caring wife to Grant Harvey Sr., her...

Mikele Rene Grant

Mikele Rene Grant

September 17, 2026

Mikele Grant, age 61, left us on the evening of Thursday, September 17, 2026 after a brief battle with an aggressive cancer.

Mikele was born on Tuesday, January 5, 1965 in Dallas, Texas. She called a number of places her home including; Ruidoso, New Mexico; Siesta Keys, Florida; Escondido, California; and her home of 35 years and final resting place, Albuquerque,...

Johnna Wattier

Johnna Wattier

September 17, 2026

We are saddened to share that Johnna Wattier has passed away on September 17, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.

Yvonne Tallent

Yvonne Tallent

September 16, 2026

Yvonne Wilbanks Tallent passed away on September 17, 2026, at her home in the mountains of Carson NaBonal Forest. She was born on November 12, 1949, in Roswell, New Mexico, to Kenneth and BeMy Ruth Wilbanks. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Yvonne was the heart of her family, a source of strength, and a beacon of...

Yang Mi Harner

Yang Mi Harner

September 16, 2026

 With Heavy hearts, our family are saddened by the passing of Yang Mi Choi Harner in Korean she was OMA AND Halmone and was known to have a strong Christian Faith . Yang Mi Has left this world on September 16 , 2026 at the age of 90. Yang mi was born on March 7, 1936 in a town called Sangju in...

Jose Antonio Loya

Jose Antonio Loya

September 16, 2026

Jose Antonio Loya, lovingly known as Antonio or Toño, went home to be with the Lord on September 16, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, at the age of 72.

Antonio was born on January 23, 1954, in Chihuahua, Chihuahua, Mexico, to José Antonio Loya Olivas and Luisa Vázquez Caballero. He grew up in Chihuahua before coming to Albuquerque, New Mexico, as...

Roy Quintana

Roy Quintana

September 16, 2026

In Loving Memory of Roy QuintanaOur beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend, Roy Quintana, passed away on September 16, 2026, after a life filled with hard work, love, family, and many cherished memories.

Roy was born on December 23, 1943, and grew up in Ledoux, New Mexico located in Mora County, surrounded by his nine brothers and sisters....

Eloy E. Candelaria

Eloy E. Candelaria

September 16, 2026

We are saddened to share that Eloy E. Candelaria has passed away on September 16, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.

A celebration of life will be held on Monday, October 5, 2026 - French Funerals & Cremations Lomas Chapel at 6:00pm. We want to...

Craig McClelland

Craig McClelland

September 16, 2026

We are saddened to share that Craig McClelland passed away on September 16, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.

William Anthony DePalo Jr.

William Anthony DePalo Jr.

September 15, 2026

William A. DePalo Jr., "Biff" a devoted husband, father, esteemed educator, and soldier, passed away on September 15, 2026, at the age of 85. An extraordinarily forward-looking individual, William always had a plan. After earning his bachelor's degree from NMSU, he was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the US Army. His distinguished 28-year military career included various Infantry and...

Ted Michael Davies

Ted Michael Davies

September 15, 2026

We are saddened to share that Ted Davies has passed away on September 15, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.