RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
Ronald Patrick McCreary
Jun 16, 2026
We are saddened to share that Ronald Patrick McCreary has passed away on June 16, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Linda Gail Dakin
Jun 16, 2026
We are saddened to share that Linda Dakin has passed away on June 16, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time.A Reception to honor Linda Dakin will take place on Monday, 29 June 2026 from 6:00PM to 8:00 PM at the Wyoming Reception Room located at 7121 Wyoming Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109.
Joshua Louis Kann
Jun 16, 2026
Joshua Louis Kann passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on June 16, 2026, at the age of 60. Josh was born on April 26, 1966, in New York, New York, and was raised in Tucson, Arizona. He earned his Ph.D. in Optical Sciences from the University of Arizona in 1995. Following the completion of his doctorate, he moved...
Lowell Pearson
Jun 15, 2026
We are saddened to share that Lowell Pearson passed away on June 16, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Martin Gonzales
Jun 14, 2026
We are saddened to share that Martin (Marty) H Gonzales, 81, of Los Chavez, NM passed on June 14, 2026. He joins is beloved father (Jake C. Gonzales) and Mother (Mary Ong Gonzales) along with his loved pets at the Rainbow Bridge.
He was born in August, 1944 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Albuquerque, NM and was the youngest of four boys; his brothers being:...
Donnamarie Boyer
Jun 13, 2026
Donnamarie Boyer, a vibrant soul born on October 17, 1951, in Chicago, Illinois, passed away on June 13, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was surrounded by family in her home and left us peacefully. A loyal daughter, protective sister, devoted wife, fun aunty, nurturing mother and grandmother, and lifelong friend - Donnamarie's legacy will forever live in the hearts...
David Lee Hale
Jun 13, 2026
David Lee Hale, 82, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, died on June 13, 2026. He was born on February 27, 1944, in Iowa City, Iowa, and spent his life woodworking, cracking jokes, and wearing boots.David served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War, a period which left him with a lasting love of boats and lighthouses. He rejoined his parents...
Ruby Elaine Wormington
Jun 13, 2026
Ruby Wormington, 94, a dedicated mother and grandmother passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2026.
Ruby's story began on a farm in Missouri where she was born on Wednesday, June 17, 1931. Growing up on a dairy farm taught her lessons that stayed with her throughout her entire life. She learned the value of hard work, responsibility, perseverance, and making do...
Virginia Fitzgerald
Jun 12, 2026
Virginia Fitzpatrick Fitzgerald passed away Friday, June 12, 2026. Virginia was born and raised in Hartford Connecticut. After getting married, she moved to Portland, Ct., and raised her 5 children. She later moved to New Mexico in 2002.Virginia was proud of her Irish, Catholic heritage. She was an active member of St. Mary's in Portland, and St. Bernadette's in Albuquerque....
Drake Pascale Shelton
Jun 11, 2026
It is with immense sadness and disbelief that we announce the passing of Drake Pascale Shelton.
To many, Drake was larger than life.
From the moment he could walk, he was dancing, singing, laughing, performing, and finding ways to bring joy to the people around him. Drake danced on the Cibola High School dance team and, following graduation, coached and...
Julia Hill-Burgess
Jun 10, 2026
Julia was born on October 16, 1956, in Mandan, North Dakota, and passed away on June 10, 2026. Julia attended St. Joseph Grade School in Mandan and graduated from Mandan High School. She later attended Boise State University in Boise, Idaho, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude. Following college, she began her career as an auditor for the state. She...
Lorraine Bernice Martinez
Jun 10, 2026
Lorraine found joy in the simple beauty of country life, surrounded by her beloved dogs, chickens, and ducks. She had a gentle and loving spirit that touched everyone around her with kindness, warmth, and sweetness. Lorraine was humble and truly special and will be gratefully remembered by all who had the privilege of experiencing her soulful light.
She is preceded in...
Salina Geraldine McBee
Jun 9, 2026
Salina Geraldine "Jerry" McBee, 93, passed away peacefully at her Albuquerque home on the afternoon of June 9, 2026. She was born on January 8, 1933, to Wesley Green Brown and Iva Fay Coleman Brown in the ranching community of Roswell, New Mexico. As the sixth of nine children, Jerry developed a keen sense of resilience early in life, becoming...
Felima Lovato Dominguez
Jun 8, 2026
Felima Lovato Dominguez August 31, 1924 - June 8, 2026
Teodorita Felima Margarita Lovato Dominguez, age 101, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family.
A proud and faithful native New Mexican, Felima was born in Clayton, New Mexico, and spent her younger years between Mountainair, Bernalillo, and Santa Fe. She lived her final decades in Albuquerque, where she remained...
Elizabeth Mary Malone
Jun 7, 2026
Elizabeth M. Malone, 72, of Albuquerque, passed away on June 7, 2026, in Rio Rancho, NM. On September 10, 1953, she was born to Ernest P. Malone, Jr., and Virginia Strike Malone in Roswell, New Mexico.
Elizabeth was a graduate of Artesia High School. She attended University of New Mexico where she received a Bachelor of Sciences in Nursing, and over...
Keegan Beckett Thomas
Jun 7, 2026
With deepest sorrow, we announce Keegan Beckett Thomas, age 24, our treasured and beloved son, brother, family member and friend passed away on Saturday, June 7, 2026.
Beckett is survived by his mother, Lisa Thomas and his father, Greg Thomas; his twin sister, Tierney Piper Thomas; his older brother, Liam Thomas, Liam's fiancée, Jenny McCarthy; and his older sister, Zoe Markus...
Dora Margot Mikles Cox
Jun 7, 2026
Dora Cox passed away peacefully at age 82, surrounded by the love of her family. She lived a full life rooted in caring for her loved ones, hard work, good cooking, treasured collections, and the steady attention she brought to the people and things she loved.
Dora was born in Oklahoma near the family farm in Oakwood. She was the daughter...
Donald Clark Conti
Jun 6, 2026
Donald Clark Conti, 90, was born on August 18, 1935 and called home on June 6, 2026. He is survived by his beloved wife Sandra, his daughter Tess Branch and her husband Doug, Danielle Branch and her son Jaden Branch, Tyler Branch and his wife Michelle, their children Jacob Branch and Madison Branch. Kristen Cook, Kelly Sierra and her husband...
Paul Henry Merritt
Jun 6, 2026
Paul Henry Merritt, born on December 31, 1937, in Rochester, New York, gracefully concluded his earthly journey on June 6, 2026, after a courageous battle with dementia, kidney failure, and heart failure. Though his physical presence has departed, his spirit continues to illuminate the lives of all who knew him.
Paul was the cherished son of Russell Seaton Merritt and Irma...
William Eugene Pettit
Jun 6, 2026
William "Gene" Pettit, 63, loving Spouse, Father, Son, Brother, Father-in-law, and Grandfather, was called to his eternal resting place on June 6, 2026. He entered this world on September 25, 1962 in Albuquerque, NM, born to William and Nancy Pettit, both who preceded him in death. He is survived by his spouse Cynthia Pettit; son Brandon Pettit and his wife...



