Obituaries

RECENT OBITUARIES

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

Muriel Drexel James

Muriel Drexel James

Dec 6, 2024

JAMES – Muriel Drexel , 96, passed away on Friday, December 6, 2024. She is survived by her children, Joseph James, Vertiley Stephens, Marguerita Perkins, Cookie Neptune, Alfred James, Allyson James-Vigil, and Norma JamesMcKibbin. 15 Grandchildren, 19 Great Grandchildren, and 1 Great Great Grandchild. Also 2 sisters, Claudine Brown and Kay Taylor, as well as many nieces and nephews. She...

Cassandra Boyer

Cassandra Boyer

Dec 6, 2024

Cassandra (Cassie) Lee Boyer, 41, our Special Angel, was called to her eternal resting place on December 6, 2024. She entered this world on November 12, 1983 in Albuquerque, NM, born to Robert and Rebecca Boyer.

She is survived by her mother Rebecca Boyer; father Robert Boyer; sister Caitlin Boyer. She was preceded in death by brother Andrew Boyer, grandparents Don...

Ron Wiser

Ron Wiser

Dec 6, 2024

Ron Gordon Wiser, 68, passed away peacefully in his Albuquerque, NM home surrounded by his family on December 6, 2024 after a struggle with pancreatic cancer. He was born on September 14, 1956 in Glendale, CA to James Gordon and Eva Lou (Blair) Wiser. Ron was the first of three children, and moved around the country in his childhood. As...

Sandra Zufelt

Sandra Zufelt

Dec 5, 2024

Sandra Lee Zufelt, 74, our beloved mother, daughter, mother-in-law, and grandmother passed away on Thursday, December 5, 2024. She received great joy working at the LDS Temple and participating in church activities. And when she was not at church, she was at home, crocheting, working in her garden, competing puzzles, and trying her hand at genealogy. She will be missed...

Barbara Lasater

Barbara Lasater

Dec 5, 2024

Barbara Lasater went home to be with the Lord, her husband, Slim Lasater; and daughters, Ivy Coates, and Margie Salaz on Thursday, December 5, 2024. Barbara was born May 23, 1932, she was the youngest daughter of CL (Red) and Alice Evans.

She is survived by her sister, Ruth Fish; son, Houston Lasater; daughter, Rhonda Pratt and husband, Clesson Pratt; 15...

Alice Gonzales

Alice Gonzales

Dec 5, 2024

Alice Caroline Gonzales, 98, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother peacefully passed away on December 5, 2024, following a long illness. Alice was born in Madrid, NM to Damian and Fidela Sandoval, one of eleven children, eight of which preceded her in death and is survived by sister, Ramona Baca and brother, Damian Sandoval. Alice was married to Filemon Gonzales who...

Ricardo Sotelo

Ricardo Sotelo

Dec 4, 2024

In Loving Memory of Ricardo Sotelo

Ricardo Sotelo lived a life rich with love, service, creativity, sense of adventure and most importantly to him, family. He is survived by his children David (Joan); Leticia (Robert); Alex (Cindy); Dan (Ann); and Susanna (Rob); twelve grandchildren and great-grandchildren as well as his brother, Reynaldo (Gloria) and cousins Leo (Elo); and Felipe (Mary).

Ricardo was...

Priscilla Ramirez

Priscilla Ramirez

Dec 4, 2024

Priscilla Ramirez, 76, beloved Mother, Spouse, Daughter, Grandmother, Mother-in-law, Great-grandmother, and Sister was called to her eternal resting place on December 4, 2024. She entered this world on February 28, 1948, in Albuquerque, NM, born to Manuel and Mary Serna.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Julian Ramirez; parents, Manuel and Mary Serna; brothers, Mateo Mora, Sonny Serna, and...

Billie Jordan

Billie Jordan

Dec 4, 2024

Billie Nadine Jordan

March 21, 1927 - December 4, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Billie Nadine Jordan, 97, who peacefully left this world on December 4, 2024, at Ravenna Assisted Living Home in Albuquerque, NM. Billie was born on March 21, 1927, in Corbet, Texas, near Corsicana, in a country home where she began her...

Nessim Ohayon

Nessim Ohayon

Dec 3, 2024

In Loving Memory of Nessim Ohayon

03/10/1937 - 12/03/2024

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Nessim Ohayon, Bob. Boyba a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and musician, who left this world on December 3rd, 2024 in his home surrounded by family. His life was a symphony of passion, resilience, and love-a melody that will forever echo in the hearts of those...

Algie Gray

Algie Gray

Dec 2, 2024

Algie Jerry Gray passed away on December 2, 2024.

A funeral service will be held on Thursday, December, 12, 2024 at 12 pm at French Funerals - Wyoming, located on 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109. A graveside service will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery at 1:30 pm, located on 7999 Wyoming Blvd. NE.

Eulogy forAlgie ‘Jerry’ Gray(by his daughter...

Hellen Mae Lucero

Hellen Mae Lucero

Dec 2, 2024

Hellen Mae Lucero, beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Sister, Daughter and Friend, was called to heaven the morning of December 2, 2024. She was born July 8, 1946 in Cripple Creek, Colorado. Born to Herbert and Hannah Zimmerman. She is preceded in death by her eldest daughter Diana Ritter. Hellen is survived by her daughter Kathaleen Marcum, her husband Gary...

Mary Lou Keating

Mary Lou Keating

Dec 1, 2024

Mary Lou (nee Richardson) Keating, 89, transitioned Sunday, December 1, 2024, in Edgewood, NM. She was born Friday, December 7, 1934, in the Darcy Hospital in Miles City, MT. Her parents Clarence and Kathleen Richardson took her home to Sonnette, MT. She attended Mitchell School, Sonnett, MT, Lincoln School, Miles City, MT, Custer County High School, Miles City MT, graduating...

Robert Maes

Robert Maes

Dec 1, 2024

Maes, Robert W.

Robert Maes, 81, A dedicated family man and a pillar of strength, perseverance and kindness passed away on December 1, 2024. Robert was known for his helpful and giving nature. He was compassionate and genuine to everyone who came into his life. He lived with a Can-do, get it done right the first-time type of attitude.

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Nadine Milford

Nadine Milford

Dec 1, 2024

Vera Nadine Milford, age 86, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, friend, and fierce DWI crusader went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 1, 2024.

Nadine loved her family immensely and was a life-long friend to many. She spent years ministering and helping others. She was a champion for DWI reform in New Mexico and her...

James Charles Richards

James Charles Richards

Dec 1, 2024

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of James Charles Richards of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, a beloved brother, son and friend. James departed this world peacefully on December 1, 2024.

James was born on March 20, 1949, in Fort Knox, Kentucky. He was the cherished son of Charles Roy and Edith Louisa Richards of Huntsville, AL. He...

Etta Dorcas

Etta Dorcas

Dec 1, 2024

Etta Jo Dorcas, 86 passed away peacefully, on December 1, 2024 at her home. She was a dedicated and loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother.

She loved her family, camping, and was an avid bowler and loved her beloved dog Pepa.

She is survived by her sons, Russell and wife Melissa, Eric and wife Luella, David and wife Terri, Michael and...

DonaVee Clarice Butler

DonaVee Clarice Butler

Dec 1, 2024

DonaVee Clarice Butler (Danley), Loving Wife, Mother and Grandmother, unexpectedly went home to be with our Lord and Savior on Sunday, December 1, 2024. She was born on August 26, 1950, in Albuquerque, New Mexico and remained a lifelong resident. DonaVee graduated from Highland High School in 1968 after attending Montezuma Elementary and Jefferson Middle School. She went on to...

LaVonne Brasher

LaVonne Brasher

Dec 1, 2024

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of LaVonne Louise Brasher on December 1, 2024, after reaching a truly prodigious 90 years of age.

LaVonne Louise Brasher was born October 20, 1934, to loving parents Melvin and Dorothy Lahr. In 1952, LaVonne graduated from Albuquerque High School. Not long after, she met her husband and love of her life,...

Chong Suk Kim

Chong Suk Kim

Dec 1, 2024

Chong Suk Kim (aka Suki Meskimen), passed away peacefully on December 1st, 2024 in Albuquerque, NM at the young age of 71.

Suki was born in Seoul, Korea on December 25, 1952 and came to the United States in the 70's, living most of her life in New Mexico. Suki was known for her brilliant love-language: Food. Her signature devotion shined...