Obituaries

RECENT OBITUARIES

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

Emilia Lujan

Emilia Lujan

Dec 22, 2025

Emilia Elma Lujan, born on February 14, 1950, in New Mexico, passed away on December 22, 2025. Her departure leaves a void in the hearts of all who knew her, but her spirit will surely live on through the memories she created and the lives she touched.

Emilia was a beloved member of her community and was known for her...

Bethanne Hendrix Lane

Bethanne Hendrix Lane

Dec 22, 2025

Bethanne Hendrix Lane

Born in Mesa, Arizona on March 3, 1990, Bethanne brought light and love into this world. If love at first sight is possible, that's exactly what happened when her parents first laid eyes on her. She was tiny and tough, not only as a baby but throughout her life.

Her curiosity for the world around her began very early....

Margie Gibson

Margie Gibson

Dec 22, 2025

Margie Sue Gibson, age 80, was born on July 10, 1945, in Trinidad, Colorado, and was peacefully called home to be with the Lord on December 22, 2025, surrounded by her loving family in Edgewood, New Mexico.

Margie lived the majority of her life in Los Lunas, New Mexico, a place she dearly loved and proudly called home. In her early...

Robert Geis

Robert Geis

Dec 22, 2025

Robert James Geis, born April 28, 1934, passed away Dec. 22, 2025. 

He is survived by his wife of 67 years AnnaMae; daughters Robin (Bill) and Gayle (Dan); granddaughters Mary (Matt), Amanda (Nate), Miranda (Soren), and Camille (Garrett); great-grandsons Jackson and Grant; and close friend Gerald Bond. Bob was preceded in death by son Stephen, parents Walter and Catherine, and brother...

Larry E. Davis, MD

Larry E. Davis, MD

Dec 21, 2025

Dr. Larry E. Davis, 85, Distinguished Professor of Neurology & Neuroscience at the UNM School of Medicine and Chief of Neurology at the NM VA Healthcare System for 45 years, passed at home on December 21, 2025.

Dr. Davis is survived by Ruth Luckasson, his wife of 30 years; daughter, Meredith Davis (Jason Glenn); son, Colin Davis (Dan Child); stepson, Charles...

Luis Arreola Palma

Luis Arreola Palma

Dec 21, 2025

Luis Carlos Arreola-Palma, beloved father, brother and son blessed this world on August 9th 1993, born in Hidalgo de Parral, Chihuahua. Carlos lived until his 9th year in Mexico before making his journey to Albuquerque, NM to live with his father. Luis Carlos passed from this world on December 21st, 2025.

Luis Carlos was a shining star in the hearts of...

Anet Quigg Jackson

Anet Quigg Jackson

Dec 20, 2025

On December 20, 2025, Anet Quigg Jackson was welcomed into her eternal home at the age of 90. She was surrounded by her loving husband, Jerry Jackson; their four children, Clay, Morgan, Sandy, and Cindy; and their granddaughters, Shannon and Aquila. Grandchildren not present in body were present in spirit. She spent her final days at home, enveloped by love,...

Barbara Molina

Barbara Molina

Dec 20, 2025

Barbara Molina born in Belen, New Mexico was joyfully welcomed into Eternal Life on December 20, 2025, now fully restored and rejoicing in the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

She was the beloved wife and one and only love of Robert Molina, sharing 56½ beautiful years of marriage. Their love story began with their very first date at...

Pauline Gutierrez

Pauline Gutierrez

Dec 20, 2025

Pauline M. Gutierrez, a beloved mother and grandmother, passed away on December 20, 2025. Pauline was born in Belen, New Mexico, on August 21, 1937, to Clovis and Tomasita Castillo.

Pauline is survived by her children, Carla (Jerome), Paul, and Mark; and by her cherished granddaughters, Rachel (Chris), Emily, Ashleigh, and Marissa. She was preceded in death by her loving...

Cesar Uriarte

Cesar Uriarte

Dec 20, 2025

Cesar A Uriarte, 47, beloved husband, father, brother, son, uncle and recent grandfather was unexpectedly called to heaven on December 20, 2025. Cesar entered this world on December 15, 1978, in Los Angeles, California born to Cesar and Elizabeth. He was a loving father and husband and was recently blessed with his first grandchild, Adelina. He is survived by his...

Wilford Barney Vandermolen

Wilford Barney Vandermolen

Dec 20, 2025

We are saddened to share that Wilford Barney Vandermolen has passed away on December 20, 2025. French Funerals and Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.

Patsy Jennings

Patsy Jennings

Dec 19, 2025

Patsy Irene "Pat" Jennings was born on January 4, 1929, and passed away peacefully on December 19, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, at the age of 96.

Born in Macomb, Illinois, Pat was raised by her parents and grandparents. She married the love of her life, Joe Jennings, on April 11, 1948, and they shared 58 happy years of marriage until his...

Richard Charles Hollingshead III

Richard Charles Hollingshead III

Dec 19, 2025

Richard Charles Hollingshead III, aged 21, tragically passed in a fatal motorcycle accident on December 19, 2025 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

He was born on November 17, 2004, at Lovelace Woman's Hospital, to Richard and Monica Hollingshead. Richard attended La Cueva High school as well as Career Enrichment Center. He was on the wrestling and soccer team in high school as...

Irene Ricker

Irene Ricker

Dec 18, 2025

Irene Marie Ricker of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away in her home on December 18, 2025, at the age of 97, just days after her birthday celebration at the Manzano Del Sol independent living apartments. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, artist and friend to many, Irene lived a life marked by faith, caring for her family and others, and...

Frances Jaramillo

Frances Jaramillo

Dec 18, 2025

Frances Maria Jaramillo born November 26, 1931 passed away peacefully on December 18, 2025, at the age of 94. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 74 years, Horacio Jaramillo; her eldest son, Michael Jaramillo Sr.; her parents, Margarita and Narciso Alire of El Rito, NM; and her brothers, Aniceto and Jose Alire of El Rito, NM.

She...

Jesus Jose Juan Rios

Jesus Jose Juan Rios

Dec 18, 2025

Jesus Jose Juan Rios, 80, lovingly known to many as "Hibbie," and/or "Jesse", beloved husband, father, grandfather, great‑grandfather, and friend, was called to his eternal resting place on December 18, 2025.

He entered this world on February 6, 1945, in Rincon, New Mexico; born to Feliciano and Consuelo Rios. He was preceded in death by his sister, Teresa Rios Sandoval, and...

Karen Brown

Karen Brown

Dec 18, 2025

We are saddened to share that Karen May Brown has passed away on December 18, 2025. French Funerals and Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.

Gerri McCallister

Gerri McCallister

Dec 17, 2025

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Gerri McCallister, age 72, on December 17, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Surrounded by her family, Gerri left this world having touched countless lives with her kindness, laughter, and unwavering love.

She is survived by her husband, Lyman Atchley; her daughter Kellie Parker, Kellie's wife, Britany Parker; three adored grandchildren-Cooper, Cannon, and Capri...

Warren King

Warren King

Dec 16, 2025

Warren Vernon King of Albuquerque, New Mexico, a devoted husband and loving father of two, passed away after a short illness on December 16, 2025.

Born in Albuquerque to Roy and Rosina King, Warren was known from an early age for his playful sense of humor. He delighted in harmless pranks, especially on his mother—often hiding her car keys or shoes...

John Birosak

John Birosak

Dec 16, 2025

Col. John J. (Jack) Birosak is the Group Commander for Logistics, 150th FG, New Mexico Air National Guard, Kirtland AFB NM. He is responsible for directing all 150th Logistics actions to insure mission accomplishment. Through subordinate supervisiors he manages Aircraft Maintenance, Supply, Logistics Plans, Contracting, Vehicle Maintenance and Traffic Management actions. Represents and speaks for the Air Commander in the...