RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
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,...
Dorothy Jensen Blanchard
Jun 20, 2024
Ode to Dorothy Jensen Blanchard (1923-2024)
In Milltown, nestled by New Jersey's streams
A small-town girl was born with mighty dreams
Dorothy Jensen, in the days of yore
Grew through trials the Great Depression bore
The Great Depression's somber grip, she faced with courage bright
In a patriotic home where valor was a guiding light
Her father, a hero of the first World War's fray
Instilled in her...
Barbara Ann Myers
Jun 19, 2024
Barbara Ann Myers, 86 years of age, beloved wife, mother, sister and daughter, passed away peacefully Wednesday, June 19th, 2024. She was surrounded by her loving family at the moment of her passing.
Barbara was born July 10th, 1937 in Sulphur, Oklahoma to Thomas and Dorothy Jack. She was the oldest of 4 children, two of which preceded her in death....
Walter Kleweno, Jr
Jun 19, 2024
Walter Kleweno, Jr. passed away Wednesday, June 19, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Allene. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Carrie Mae Kleweno.
Walter felt privileged to have grown up in Alaska where he developed his love for the natural sciences. He received a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Geology from Washington State University. He...
Josefina Lucero
Jun 19, 2024
Josefina Saiz Lucero, age 93, was born in Duran, New Mexico on January 27, 1931, and passed away on June 19, 2024. She moved to Albuquerque and married Billy Lucero on January 23, 1950. She was an employee for Mountain Bell as a Network Supervisor and retired after 36 years of service.
Josefina is survived by her son, Billy Joe.
She loved...
Barbara Lee Fall
Jun 19, 2024
Barbara Fall, beloved wife of Dennis Addington and daughter of Wordon and Peg Warring, was born on Friday, February 23, 1951, and peacefully passed away on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Today, we gather to fondly remember Barbara Fall, a cherished member of our congregation. Barbara embraced her faith in Jesus Christ and was baptized on...
Cynthia Sain
Jun 18, 2024
Cynthia Ann Sain passed away June 18, 2024, after complications from leg / hip surgery and diabetes. Family and friends surrounded her, listening to her favorite music when she left peacefully for her heavenly home.
She was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico on December 8, 1963.
She went to Manzano High School and enjoyed playing flute in band, something she had in...
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