RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
John Sanchez
Jun 28, 2024
John Anthony Sanchez was born on June 2, 1952, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was the first-born son of John S. and Elsie Sanchez. As a child John loved to play outside. Around twelve years old, John found a passion for chemistry and experiments. His mother, Elsie saw this growing passion for chemistry and bought John a white lab coat...
Josie Buenabenta
Jun 28, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother and grandmother, Josie Buenabenta, on Friday, June 28, 2024, at the age of 88. Born on November 6, 1935, in Encino, New Mexico, to Miguel and Beatrice Tenorio, Josie lived a full and vibrant life.
Josie was the loving wife of Louis Buenabenta Sr., who predeceased her...
Michael Williamson
Jun 28, 2024
Michael A. Williamson, born 3/5/1942, passed away 6/28/2024
Michael is survived by wife, Mabel; daughters Veronica and partner, Scott; Carmen and partner, Matthew; sisters, Mary Edgar, and Ann Buck and husband, Patrick; along with numerous cousins, nephews, nieces, great nephews, and great nieces. Michael is preceded in death by his parents, John Paul and Mary Frances; brothers, David and Bruce.
Michael was...
Eloy Ramirez
Jun 27, 2024
Eloy M. Ramirez, 76, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, June 27, 2024. He was born in Roswell, N.M. on April 21, 1948, and is preceded in death by his parents, Amelia Mendoza and Manuel Ramirez, and sister Diana Sanchez. He was raised by his late grandparents George and Dominga Mendoza in Dexter and Hagerman, N.M.
He graduated from...
Lloyd Carter Wholey
Jun 27, 2024
Lloyd Carter Wholey, Captain U.S. Navy (retired), age 98, died peacefully on June 27 at his daughter's home in Albuquerque. He is survived by his daughter, Debra Phillips and husband, Eric; son, John C. Wholey; two grandchildren, Ian Phillips and Lauren Sanchez, husband, Stephen; and two great-grandchildren, Cecilia Mae and Luisa Carter; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He...
Catherine Miles
Jun 27, 2024
Catherine Elizabeth Miles (née Foery), affectionately known as Cathy, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2024, at the age of 78 in Albuquerque, NM. Born on November 10, 1945, in Brooklyn, NY, Cathy dedicated her life to nurturing and caring for others both in her personal life and professional career.
Cathy married her next-door sweetheart in 1968 and was a devoted...
Lamar Edward Duckworth
Jun 26, 2024
Lamar Duckworth, age 64, an Albuquerque businessman, passed away on June 6, 2024. He was a loving father and enjoyed going to family gatherings and events. He is survived by his two children, Jordan and Jaida Duckworth. He is also survived by his only sister, Kyra Nanco, and her husband, Alan Nanco. Lamar was preceded in death by his parents,...
Gladine Joy Mannel
Jun 26, 2024
Gladine Joy Mannel was born in Saint Louis, Missouri Thursday, December 24, 1936, to Gladine Gamble and Glenn Finch, adopted by Nathan Forsburg, they moved to Albuquerque, NM while young. Filled with adventure and creativity, Joy lived life to the full. Joy courageously raised three sons as a single mom in the 60’s & 70’s and did a great job....
Margaret Jean "Peg" Tool
Jun 26, 2024
Margaret Jean “Peg” Tool, 84, of Rio Rancho, NM died Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at her home surrounded by her family.
A celebration of life will be held at Community of Joy Lutheran Church on Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 11:00 am with Pastor Paul Schick as the Celebrant. A luncheon will be held in the Fellowship Hall at the church...
Dan T. Creel
Jun 25, 2024
Dan Talmadge Creel, 89, passed away on June 25, 2024, at home in Albuquerque, New Mexico, surrounded by loved ones. Known as "Dad," "Grandpa," and "Uncle Dan," he was an amazing man and there will never be another like him. Born August 15, 1934, in Meridian, Mississippi to Annie Mae (Smith) and Henry Harmon Creel, Dan enlisted in the U.S....
Ping Wong
Jun 25, 2024
Yew Ping Wong, 87, beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather was called to his eternal resting place on June 25, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He entered this world on March 23, 1937 in Toisan, China, born to Chew Yim Wong and Choy Gee Chin Wong. He is survived by his, wife Regina Wong; son Charles Wong and...
Raymond Bland
Jun 23, 2024
Raymond "Ray" Delno Bland, age 88, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2024. Ray's love and dedication to his family will forever be cherished by his wife of 49 years, Louise Bland; four children, Kathryn Shull, Jim Shull and his wife Christen, Paula Renton and her husband Tim, and Curt Bland; and eight grandchildren, Olivia Moore and her husband Ladan,...
Dr. William Dwight Hooton, DVM
Jun 22, 2024
Dr. William Dwight Hooton, DVM, age 75, passed away unexpectedly after a short hospitalization on Saturday, June 22, 2024.
Dwight was born in Jonesboro, Arkansas to Herbert Hillman Hooton and Jacque Marie Hooton on April 19, 1949. He spent most of his childhood in Albuquerque, New Mexico helping his parents raise, show and race quarter horses and thoroughbreds. This is the...
Manuel Carrillo Escobedo
Jun 22, 2024
Manuel Carrillo Escobedo, de 90 años, falleció pacíficamente el 22 de junio de 2024 en su casa de Albuquerque, Nuevo México. Le sobreviven su esposa de 70 años, Carmen (Aguilar), y sus hijos: Antonio, Juan, Filiberto, Héctor, José Alfredo, Octavio y sus hijas Rosario, Guadalupe, Carmen, Clara, Petra, María Elena y Maritza. ; También le sobreviven cuarenta y cuatro nietos...
Albert Joseph Miera
Jun 22, 2024
Albert Miera, 75, beloved spouse, son, and father, was called to his eternal resting place on June 22, 2024. He entered this world on December 25, 1948, in Albuquerque, NM, born to Albert and Josefita Miera.
Preceded in death by his beloved Wife of 55 years Mary Lou Miera. He is survived by his Daughters Angela Miera and Stephanie Miera; Brother...
Lisa Marie Merinar
Jun 22, 2024
Lisa Marie Merinar
Age 53, of Rio Rancho passed away Saturday, June 22, 2024.
Lisa is survived by her loving husband, Mark Merinar, her cat Billy, her brothers David (Marisa Gomez) Tess, James (Dori) Tess, her sister Jennifer (Michael) Doorhy, her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Calvin Merinar and Carol Merinar, her sister-in-law and brother-in-law Gene Merinar and Claire Merinar and many nieces and...
Marilyn Karen Field Porter
Jun 21, 2024
Marilyn Karen Field Porter, age 94, passed away peacefully June 21, 2024, surrounded by her beloved family in Albuquerque, NM. Marilyn was born March 10, 1930, to Eddie and Clara Field in Pelican Rapids, MN. Her family moved to Selah, WA when she was a young girl. Marilyn graduated from Seattle Pacific College with a degree in Home Economics and...
Muriel Travis Gatling
Jun 21, 2024
Muriel Travis Gatling, known by family and friends as Merle, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 21, 2024, at his home in Rio Rancho, NM.
Merle is survived by his wife, Joan; his children, Connie Brooks, Donnie Gatling and wife Stacy, Travis Gatling and wife Kim; stepdaughter, Maryann Meyers; nine grandchildren, Sheila Ortiz, David Brooks Jr, Kelly Armstrong, Meridith Venhaus, Megan...
Ernest Jaramillo
Jun 21, 2024
Ernest M. Jaramillo, age 90, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family on June 21, 2024. A lifelong resident of Albuquerque, Ernest was born on January 5, 1934, to Demetrio and Lucia Jaramillo. He was one of nine children.
He was preceded in death by his parents; stepmother Lucy Jaramillo; brothers Walter, Junior, Herman, and Sam; and sisters, Adeline...
Darlene Mary Ella Parra
Jun 20, 2024
Darlene Parra, beloved Mother, Daughter, Spouse, Mother-in-law, Grandmother, Sister, and Niece, was called to her eternal resting place on June 20, 2024. She entered this world on September 30, 1961 in Santa Fe, NM, born to James and Betty Parra. She is survived by her daughter Sonia Vasquez, daughter Ray Ponce, son Saul Martinez, spouse Hector Martinez, son-in-law Saul Vasquez,...
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