Obituaries

Jan 1, 1970

Lady Jay was born in January of 1969. She was an amazing daughter, sister, and auntie. Lady Jay was an amazing person with a wonderful attitude.  She had passion for, and loved many things including the Miami dolphins, the color purple, her family, and her friends. When Lady Jay entered a room, she instantly filled it with joy and...

Jan 1, 1970

Anna Mae Lafferty, age 83, passed away and went on to be with the lord on Tuesday, August 2, 2022. She is survived by her loving sons, Edward Lafferty of Tucumcari, NM, Bobby Lafferty of Albuquerque, NM, and her grandchildren, Jason and Jennifer Lafferty. She is predeceased by her husband, Charles "Buddy" Lafferty who was she was married to...

Jan 1, 1970

La señora Maria Elena Quintana residente en Albuquerque NM desde el año 1973, falleció el día 31 de Julio 2022 acompañada de todos sus seres queridos, le sobreviven sus 3 hijos @ Socorro Grajeda y esposo Rafael, Dolores Duran y esposo Cruz, Sergio Garcia y esposa Lora, una hermana Susana Quintana, 10 sobrinos @ le preceden en muerte,   su...

Jan 1, 1970

Gale Marie Gladfelter passed away on Thursday, July 28, 2022. Gale was born Thursday, June 26,1941 and is survived by her two sons; Troy Gladfelter and Chris Gladfelter; 4 grandchildren and; 2 great-grandchildren. Cremation has taken place and it was Gale's wish that no services are held. Please visit our online guestbook for Gale at www.FrenchFunerals.com.

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Jan 1, 1970

Geneva Chiado, 33, was born October 1988 in Albuquerque and passed away Sunday, July 24, 2022. She was a beautiful person with a creative and loving personality. Geneva was the beloved daughter of Angela and John Chiado; beloved sister of Tony Chiado; and loved by many aunts, uncles, and cousins. She will also live through her two loving cats...

Jan 1, 1970

Carol Dimeff, 73, beloved sister, was called to her eternal resting place on Tuesday, July 19, 2022. She entered this world on March 30, 1949 in National City, CA, born to Frederick and Gladys Twogood. She is survived by her brother, Richard Twogood; and seven loving nephews and nieces. Born and raised in California, Carol moved to New Mexico...

Jan 1, 1970

Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office Undersheriff Larry Koren, 55, died in the line of duty Saturday, July 16, 2022. Larry was born June 19, 1967, to Mildred and Lawrence Koren in Fort Belvoir, Virginia. Larry has lived in New Mexico since 1970. He graduated from Highland High School in 1985. He attended a local community college where he met his...

Jan 1, 1970

Jesus “Jesse” Maria Sanchez, 88, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and be reunited with his loving wife, whom he greatly missed, on  Friday, July 15, 2022. He was a determined and sharp-witted man, even up to his very last days. He loved his family and loved his Lord Jesus Christ.

He...

Jan 1, 1970

Jose Felix Romero, Jr. "El Gato", Our beloved father, husband, brother, grandfather, uncle, and friend passed away on Monday, July 11, 2022. He is survived by his wife, Maria Romero; sons, Arnold Romero, and Michael Romero; granddaughters, Arianna, Mischa, Jocelyn; brother, Alberto (Olivia) Romero; sister, Merlinda (Roger) Archuleta, and numerous nieces and nephews. There will be no services at...

Jan 1, 1970

Eleanor Buchan, age 88 years old, who was a dedicated mother and friend to many, passed away on Thursday June 9th, 2022. Eleanor was known for being a loving, generous mother and for her ever-present sense of humor and contagious laughter. She was very social, loved spending time and playing games with friends and family. Her glass was always...

Jan 1, 1970

Allen Wilshusen died of unexpected heart failure at age 73. He was with his two sons when he passed.

Allen was born on Friday, August 20, 1948, to parents Fred and Lucille Wilshusen. He was raised in Boulder, CO with one sister, Kay Book. Allen married Eileen Pierson on Saturday, May 31, 1969. They moved...

Jan 1, 1970

Patricia Silva, 70, fun-loving mother, sister, Bona (grandma), and friend, passed away on Monday, June 6, 2022. Trisha was known for her humor, energy, and creativity. She loved traveling, crafting of all sorts, music - especially listening to the Beatles and New Mexican music, and most of all, spending time with her family. She is survived by her three...

Jan 1, 1970

On Wednesday, May 4, 2022, in Albuquerque, NM, Diane K. Yanney, lost her courageous battle with cancer at the age of 73. She is survived by her sister, Gloria Mattacola; nieces, Marjorie Yauk (Darren), Alice Mattacola; and great-nephews, Tucker and Connor Yauk. Preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Marjorie Yanney; and step-mother, Dorothy Yanney. As a graduate...

Jan 1, 1970

Claire E. Hensley, 90, a permanent resident of Albuquerque since 1974, passed away Wednesday, April 27, 2022, surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her children, Doyle W. Hensley II (Georgia), Pamela H. Spriet (Clay), and Richard M. Hensley; grandchildren, Jill Culver (Chance), Erica Via (Craig), Clayton Spriet (Sarah), and Katrina Abrahams (Will); great-grandchildren, Shelby, Brooke, Penny,...

Jan 1, 1970

Phyllis Finlayson got her wings and went to walk with the angels on Monday, April 18, 2022, at the age of 88. Born in 1934 in Oklahoma, Phyllis moved to Albuquerque with her parents and siblings as a child. She was a devoted wife and mother and a faithful member of the Covenant Presbyterian Church. She was preceded in...

Jan 1, 1970

Cynthia Leyba, 65, beloved daughter, sister, and aunt, passed away on Tuesday, April 12, 2022, with close family by her side. A lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM, Cynthia was born to Antonio and Helen Leyba. She was preceded by her mother; and niece, Beckie Stuckwisch. Cynthia is survived by her father, Antonio Leyba (Mary); sister, Frances Stuckwisch (Stephen); sisters,...

Jan 1, 1970

Zachary "Zach" Blanchard passed away on Mon day, April 11, 2022 at the age of 21. He is survived by his parents, Carey and Susan; and his brothers,Josh and Adam. Zach graduated from Albuquerque Academy in 2020, and attended Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo, CA as an engineering major. At the young age of seven, Zach joined the...

Jan 1, 1970

Loretta "Lori" Flores lost her battle with COVID-19 and left her loved ones behind on Thursday, April 7, 2022. Lori was a long-time resident of Albuquerque, moving here from Tucson after marrying her husband of 46 years, Manny Flores. Before that she lived in Cañon City Colorado, as well as San Carlos Mexico, where she was a scuba diving...

Jan 1, 1970

After 82 years of love, family, music, and hard work, Jim Lyon, 82, of Albuquerque New Mexico, passed away Monday, April 11, 2022 after battling a lengthy illness. Jim is survived by his wife, Louise; daughters and spouses, Patricia and Clovis Salcido, Angela and Chris Sadler, and Monica and Douglas Kastman; grandchildren, Jamie Edwards, Brian Sadler, Emma Sadler, Isabel...

Jan 1, 1970

Kelli Ingle, 22, our precious daughter, went into the loving arms of her Savior, Jesus Christ on Tuesday, April 5, 2022. Kelli was a graduate of La Cueva high school and Grand Canyon University, earning degrees in Molecular Biology/Biochemistry and Film. She was a member of the Alpha Chi honor society and the Clinical Skills Club. Kelli enjoyed participating...