RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
George Landon Dingman
Jan 4, 2026
We are saddened to share that George Landon Dingman has passed away on January 4, 2026. French Funerals and Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Ruth Schulte Needham
Jan 3, 2026
Ruth Schulte Needham died on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at the age of 82. She was born in Kansas City, Missouri, on February 8, 1943. Survivors include her husband of more than 61 years of marriage, Charles Needham, and nephew Guy Herbert.
Ruth lived in New Mexico most of her life, growing up in Los Alamos and receiving her BA from...
Horace Look
Jan 2, 2026
H. Hunter Look passed away peacefully on January 2, 2026, surrounded by his family.
"Hunt" was born in Dallas, Texas and graduated from Eastern High School in Middletown, Kentucky. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Southern Illinois University in 1963 and a Master's degree in education from Pepperdine University in 1974. He completed Squadron Officer School in...
Marcia Rosenstein
Jan 2, 2026
Marcia Rosenstein, aged 85, passed away on Friday, January 2, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 11:00 am at Fairview Memorial Park.
Those who wish to make a donation can do so in Marcia's name to Congregation Albert Sisterhood at https://checkout.square.site/merchant/6XB9FK963T9HV/checkout/K762RK4NHFT735YPOKBNOOOQ
Sharon Gorman
Jan 1, 2026
On Thursday, January 1, 2026, Sharon Louise Gorman, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, godmother and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 83 after a courageous battle with a dementia-related illness. Sharon's warmth, wit, and wisdom touched the lives of many people throughout her life.
Sharon was born on September 3, 1942, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Marvin and Eleanor...
Seth Rochefort
Dec 29, 2025
Born in Atlanta, Georgia on December 3, 1989, Seth was a bright-eyed child who never met a stranger. He loved to dance, had a natural way with elderly people, and carried a spirit that made others feel instantly at ease. Seth was always the life of the party -and when there was no party, he had a way of turning...
Kate Padilla
Dec 29, 2025
Kate (Catalina) Padilla went on to be with the Lord on Dec. 29 2025, she joined family that preceded her in heaven, husband Benny, son Paul and daughter Gloria as well as 11 brothers and 1 half sister and half brother. She was born on June 13, 1928 and grew up in New Mexico, moved to California and returned to...
Richard Ralicki
Dec 29, 2025
Richard Ralicki
January 24, 1946 - December 29, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Richard Ralicki, age 79. Rich passed away peacefully at home on Monday, December 29th in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.
Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to William P. Ralicki and Helen L. (Szambelan) Ralicki on January 24, 1946. Predeceased by his parents, sister Patricia (Ralicki) McGowan and...
Emilia Brudos
Dec 29, 2025
Emily Mariana Aguilar Brudos
Emilia (Emily) Mariana Brudos, born on October 3, 1938, in Vaughn, NM, passed away suddenly on December 29, 2025, in Albuquerque, NM, surrounded by loving family and friends. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who touched the lives of all those who knew her with her warmth and kindness.
Emily is survived by her devoted...
Evangeline Lopez
Dec 28, 2025
Evangeline Mary Lopez, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully among family at home on December 28, 2025. Preceded in death by her husband of sixty-seven years, Bonifacio Lopez, she lived a life defined by devotion to family, quiet generosity, and a love of music.
She is survived by her loving daughters, Belinda Spangle and Yvonne Garcia, and by her...
Rayoma Martin
Dec 28, 2025
Rayoma Sue Martin, 85, peacefully passed away on December 28, 2025 surrounded by her family. She was born in Gorman, Texas on November 4, 1940 to Ray and Lona Smith.Later on as a young child, she moved to Lubbock, Texas. In 1960, she met the love of her life, Sam Martin, while attending Texas Tech and Southside Church of Christ....
Jonathan David Sher
Dec 28, 2025
Jonathan David Sher, known to friends and loved ones as “Jon” and to many as “Dr. Sher,” passed away on the morning of Sunday, December 28, 2025. Jon was born on May 10, 1964 to Verna Nystrom-Sher and Larry Sher. Jon grew up with his loving parents in Albuquerque, NM along with siblings Debbie and Robert. As an adult, Jon...
Myrna Finke
Dec 28, 2025
Myrna Jean (Claggett) Finke, 89 years of age, passed away in Albuquerque, NM on December 28, 2025. She is survived by three of her four children, Aaron Bauman, Denise Baechtel, and Ginger Iglesias in addition to her two granddaughters, Vanessa Baechtel and Una Leonard.
Myrna was a talented artist and her work as a Cartographer was appreciated by countless people in her...
Sarah Donelan Soldini Murphy
Dec 27, 2025
Sarah (Sally) Murphy passed from this world on December 27, 2025 after living a life of compassion, strength, grace and love. She was born during the Roaring 20's in Massachusetts as one of eleven siblings. She graduated from St. Bernard's High School. She loved singing and was active in her church.
Sarah was married to Bob Soldini until his death. She...
Lucille Rodriguez
Dec 26, 2025
Cordelia Lucille Rodriguez (Lucy) was born on December 30, 1945, in San Luis, Colorado to Fermin and Beatrice Vigil.
She was called to heaven to rest in God's embrace in Albuquerque, New Mexico on December 26, 2025.
She is preceded in death by her husband George, son Robert, sisters and brother: Bertha (Levi) Roybal, Sister Helen, M.S., Inez (John) Serrano, and Alfonso...
Andy Wilson
Dec 26, 2025
We are saddened to share that Andy Wilson has passed away on December 26, 2025. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Donovan Wilkins
Dec 26, 2025
Donovan Wilkins, 18, The rock of our family, passed away December 26, 2025. He was born in Alexandria,VA but raised in Albuquerque,NM. Donovan was known for his ability to light up a room that he walked in. He was an angel. He is survived by his mother Dolores Willis and his stepfather Karlon Willis, Sisters Kymani, Zeriah, Aminah, Stepmom Alicia...
Norman C. Troy Jr (Tiny)
Dec 24, 2025
Norman C. Troy Jr., age 69, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2025. He was a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, caring brother, and loyal friend. His presence filled our lives in ways words can never fully capture, and his absence leaves a space that can never be replaced.
Norman was a man who showed his love through his actions....
Vivian Dyer
Dec 24, 2025
Vivian Dyer, 77, beloved wife of David and mother to Allison Stevens and James Dyer, passed away on December 24, 2025. Vivian dedicated over 42 years of her life to educating youth in El Paso, Tulsa and most recently Albuquerque where she taught at both Eisenhower MS and La Cueva HS. Services are pending with French Funerals. Please visit our...
Carol Logan
Dec 24, 2025
Carol Eileen Triplett Logan was born February 28, 1946 in Waco, TX. She was the daughter of Jessie Eileen Carpenter Triplett and Max Triplett.Carol graduated from Wink High School. She graduated from Texas Western College, now known as University of Texas-El Paso. Carol was an educator, having spent more than 30 years teaching in El Paso. Her career included teaching...
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