RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
Theodore Frank Hamby
Apr 26, 2026
Theodore "Ted" Frank Hamby passed away on April 26, 2026, after a life marked by service, hard work, generosity, and a deep love for his family and friends.
Born on December 7, 1939, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Ted was the son of Evelyn Estelle Reynolds and Raymond Patterson Hamby. He remained deeply connected to New Mexico throughout his life and graduated...
Paciano Antonio Jose Trujillo
Apr 26, 2026
Paciano Antonio Trujillo, 92, of Cleveland, NM went home to be with our Lord on Sunday, April 26, 2026. Paciano passed away at the same home where he was born on March 9, 1934, by the grace of our Lord.
Paciano was known to many as "Chano" and was loved for his gentle spirit, generosity, and love of his family,...
Delia Casas Galvan
Apr 25, 2026
In loving memory of Delia C. Galvan.
Delia C. Galvan was born in 1933 and was called home on April 25, 2026, in Rio Rancho. Delia lived a life defined by intelligence, dedication, kindness, and quiet strength. She leaves behind a legacy that will continue through her family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Delia spent...
Vern Louis Raburn
Apr 25, 2026
Photo: James Stolzenbach / Living Legends of AviationRemembering Eclipse Aviation founder Vern Raburn
Very Light Jet visionary and pioneer Vern Raburn passed at 75 years old on Saturday evening April 25th, 2026 in Albuquerque, NM. Family, friends and former colleagues remember him as an innovator who embraced entrepreneurial risk in his business ventures, rather than running from it.
Raburn founded Eclipse Aviation in...
Colin Bernard Castello
Apr 25, 2026
Colin Bernard Castello entered this world on March 6, 1987, three minutes before his twin brother, Max, and the day before Nathan's ninth birthday, his older brother. Tom and Brenda Castello are in awe of their three sons and the blessings that flowed from their sons' lives. Despite the newfound space and passage of time, the unique twin bond between...
Paityn Sophia Sustaita
Apr 24, 2026
Paityn Sophia Sustaita, age 12. A beloved daughter and sister.
Paityn was born on March 14, 2014, in Albuquerque, NM to Adriana Aragon and Sammy Sustaita. Paityn is survived by her mother, Adriana, and brother, Sammy Sustaita Jr.Our baby girl was called to Heaven on April 24, 2026, leaving behind cherished grandparents, step-father, step-brother, aunts, uncles, cousins, and a wide circle...
Ernest Lopez Martinez Jr
Apr 22, 2026
Ernest Lopez Martinez Jr.
April 2, 1943 - April 22, 2026
Lubbock, Texas • Dublin, Ohio • Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Ernest Lopez Martinez Jr., known to those who loved him as "Ernest" - and to many simply as "Neto" - passed away peacefully on April 22, 2026, surrounded by family. He was 83 years old - and every one of those years was...
Herbert Gerald Webb
Apr 22, 2026
Herbert Gerald Webb, a distinguished professional engineer, Captain in the army corps of engineers, and devoted family man, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2026, at the age of 92.
Born in 1934, Herb's life was marked by a relentless pursuit of excellence and service. He was a proud alumnus of Kansas State University, where he earned his bachelor's degree in...
Charles Thomas Culbreth
Apr 21, 2026
Charles Thomas Culbreth passed away leaving behind a profound legacy of family, adventure, and love. A proud veteran, he served eight years in the U.S. Army before beginning a distinguished career with the Santa Fe Railroad, where he retired after 34 and 1/2 years of loyal service. He loved recounting his days with countless stories of the camaraderie, challenges,and history...
Betty (Cordova) Castillo
Apr 21, 2026
Betty (Cordova) Castillo, a devoted wife, mother, friend, educator, and longtime resident of Albuquerque died on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at the age of 92.Betty grew up in Jarales, New Mexico and graduated from Albuquerque High School. She attended The University of New Mexico where she earned her Bachelors and Masters degrees in Education.
Betty is preceded in death by her...
Leroy W. Romero
Apr 21, 2026
Leroy W. Romero
Leroy W. Romero of Chimayo, New Mexico, born on December 13, 1947, passed away on April 21, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Leroy was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Anita Romero; baby sisters, Corrina and Trini and baby brother, Jim. He was also preceded in death by several beloved family members, including his sister-in-law, Mary...
Luz Adia Romero
Apr 21, 2026
Luz Adia Romero, 95, of Albuquerque, passed away on April 21, 2026. On December 9, 1930, she was born to Jacobo and Amelia Barela in Palo Blanco. Luz Adia married Ferdinando Romero in 1950.
She received her high school diploma from TVI in 1988 and retired as an accountant from APS after 50 years of service. Luz Adia was an avid...
Julia Rita "Liz" Webb
Apr 21, 2026
Julia Rita "Liz" Webb age 87, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. She was born in Swastika, NM (name later changed to Brilliant, NM) to Amada (Emma) and Secundino Moreno, Sr (Cunie) on May 22, 1938. She was the second oldest of ten children. She was married to Jerry B. Webb for 60 years before he...
Donald Dee Harville
Apr 20, 2026
Donald Harville was born in Morgan Texas, a small town in Bosque County halfway been Fort Worth and Waco. His mother passed when he was 16. Her life was taken by melanoma. His grief at her loss was overwhelming. But he had a loving father, Austin, and two loving siblings, Gene and Gail. They all saw in Don a brightness...
John Frank Baca
Apr 20, 2026
John F. Baca, 86 of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2026 in his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was one of 12 siblings, born in Albuquerque and raised in the five points area on his family's farm.
John attended Ernie Pyle and graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1959, where he played football. He worked as a...
Willie A. LaCour
Apr 20, 2026
Willie Anthony LaCour, a man of extraordinary elegance, faith, and service, passed away peacefully in his home in Albuquerque, NM, on April 20, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He was 85 years old. Willie's final years were marked by a courageous battle with dementia, which he faced with the same quiet strength that defined his life. He...
Rebecca Anne C'de Baca
Apr 20, 2026
Rebecca “Anne” Otero C’deBaca of Albuquerque, age 90, formerly of San Rafel, NM, passed away on Monday, April 20, 2026, in her home with her daughters by her side.
A nurse of over 50 years, Anne dedicated her life to caring for others. A Regina School of Nursing graduate, she worked in surgery at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Presbyterian Hospital. She...
Barbara Rose McDonough
Apr 19, 2026
Barbara Rose McDonough (Hettinger), born October 12, 1930, died peacefully at her residence the afternoon of April 19, 2026, with her daughter Lynn Chalfoun at her side. She was 95.
Born at Hackensack Hospital in New Jersey, she grew up in nearby Teaneck and Hasbrouck Heights. In 1948, after graduating from Teaneck High School, she attended Bethany College in West Virginia...
Anthony Joseph Russo
Apr 19, 2026
Anthony J. Russo died on Sunday, April 19, 2026. He was born in Brooklyn, NY to Maria Coviello and Anthony Russo. He graduated from Brooklyn Tech and enlisted in the US Air Force. After serving four years, he went to the University of Notre Dame. He graduated in 1960 with a degree in Electrical Engineering . He married Anne Pazera,...
Donna Lynette Mascarenas
Apr 18, 2026
Donna Lynette Mascarenas, 76, of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2026, in her home, surrounded by her loving family. Born May 29, 1949, in Lamesa, Texas to James Cecil “JC” and Nell Scott and raised in Hobbs, NM with her sister, Sharon (& Tony) Telles. Where she worked with her father in his Dr. Pepper bottling company. After...
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