RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
Kathleen Mary Benson
Jun 24, 2026
Kathleen Benson, 97. Our beloved Mother, Spouse, and Daughter passed away on June 24, 2026.As a pioneer employee of Comcast Corp., she contributed greatly to the development of Comcast and the Cable TV industry. Kit lived in Philadelphia when she worked for Comcast.After she retired, she and her husband moved to Albuquerque. She said she wanted to move here because...
Robert Romero
Jul 21, 2026
We are saddened to share that Robert Romero has passed away on July 21, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, July 28, 2026 - FRENCH Funerals Lomas Chapel at 2:00pm with a reception to follow.
Karen Hammer
Jul 20, 2026
Karen Hammer, 72. Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother and daughter passed away on July 20, 2026. Memorial donations may be made in Karen's name to Congregation Albert general fund. A Graveside service will be held on Wednesday, July 21, 2026 at 1:30pm at Fairveiw Memorial Cemetery. with Rabbi Celia Surget from Congregation Albert. Shiva will be held from July 22...
Sarah Faris
Jul 17, 2026
We are saddened to share that Sarah Faris has passed away on July 17, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Gloria Louise Chavez
Jul 16, 2026
We are saddened to share that Gloria L. Chavez has passed away on July 16, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Edward Richard Fisher
Jul 15, 2026
Edward R. Fisher, 96, of Albuquerque, NM, died July 15, 2026. Edward was born on July 12, 1930, in Gary, Indiana.He was proceeded in death by parents Walter and Helen Fisher of Gary Indiana, wife Helen Fisher of Albuquerque, three brothers, and one sister. He is survived by wife, Hazel Fisher of Albuquerque, five children, Larry (Julie) Fisher of Roselle,...
Tamarah Bernadette Martinez
Jul 14, 2026
Tamarah Bernadette Martinez, 37, was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on June 9, 1989. She was a former resident of Tierra Amarilla and was living in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, at the time of her passing on July 14, 2026. She was a graduate of Escalante High School and Adams State University.
Tamarah was preceded in death by her grandparents, Bernie J. (Bernardo) and Odelia V. Garcia,...
Lorenzo Gilberto Espinosa
Jul 14, 2026
Lorenzo G. Espinosa, born May 24, 1944, passed away on July 14, 2026, in
Albuquerque. He was preceded in death by his parents, Antonio Gilberto Espinosa and
Catherine Delgado Espinosa.
He is survived by his son, Lo-Sun Espinosa, and daughter-in-law, Amanda; his siblings,
Tony Espinosa and wife Debbie, Maggie McDonald and husband Norm, and Cathy
Rugen; and his former wife, Dorothy Barela. He is also...
Nancy Parker
Jul 14, 2026
-----------------We are saddened to share that Nancy Parker has passed away on July 14, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
William L. Holder III
Jul 13, 2026
William L. Holder III, age 41, also known as Will or Bill to friends and family, was born in El Paso, TX, on March 18, 1985, to William (Bill) and Carmen Holder and was tragically taken from us on July 13, 2026.
In his younger years, Will traveled and lived in Germany, Seattle, Virginia, North Carolina and eventually settled in New...
John De Dios Chavez, Jr.
Jul 13, 2026
John De Dios Chavez, Jr. died July 13, 2026; born in Albuquerque on September 10, 1949. He was a devoted son, husband and father. Beloved by family and friends. John enjoyed fishing and other outdoor activities. He joined the Naval Reserve his senior year in high school and served active duty in Vietnam from 1968 through 1970. Returned home and...
Harvey Mac Donald Love Jr
Jul 13, 2026
Harvey Mac Donald Love, Jr., known to all as "Don" passed away on July 13, 2026 in Albuquerque at the age of 91. He was born on March 23, 1935 in El Paso, TX. He grew up in Anton, TX and worked on his family farm throughout his youth. After high school he served in the U.S. Army and attended...
Jon Richard Peterson
Jul 12, 2026
Jon Richard Peterson was born in 1931 in Jamestown, New York, to Doris M. and Harold C. Peterson. He graduated from Jamestown High School in 1948 and went on to study at Jamestown Community College for two years, laying the foundation for a life filled with curiosity and achievement.
In 1951, Jon enlisted in the United States Army, where he completed...
Linda Elaine Warner
Jul 11, 2026
Linda Elaine (Samples) Warner, 86, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Linda was preceded in death by her husband, William R. Warner; her parents, Robert Samples and Mary Gordon; and her brother, Gary Samples.
She leaves behind a family who loved her: her daughters, Michelle Kellogg, Lisa Amick, and Terri Hebdon; her cherished sons-in-law,...
Claudia Melendrez-Rel
Jul 11, 2026
Claudia Melendrez-Rel of Albuquerque, New Mexico, peacefully entered eternal life on July 11, 2026 with her family by her side.
Claudia was born on January 6, 1954, in Las Cruces, New Mexico, to Beatriz and Sam Melendrez. The third oldest of eight children, Claudia's courageous spirit and generous heart made her a constant source of comfort, guidance, and encouragement to her...
Fred Mark Ader
Jul 11, 2026
Fred Mark Ader, born on June 10, 1963, in Honolulu, Hawaii, passed away on July 11, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He is survived by his devoted mother, Melchora Ader; his loving wife, Patricia Ader; his cherished daughter, Nohelani Ader; his beloved son, Keith Ader; and his siblings, Bong Ader, Mely Gazelle, and Philip Ader. Fred was a proud grandfather...
Frank E. Gurule
Jul 11, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Frank Everett Gurule, husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend. His body went on July 11th, but his spirit began to slowly deteriorate after a stroke and dementia diagnosis. A lifelong resident of Albuquerque, he lived most of his life in the same house he grew up in with his...
Rosemary Elizabeth Schmitt
Jul 11, 2026
Rosemary Schmitt was born July 13, 1935 in Tilden Nebraska, the daughter of Kathryn Morin and Edward Morin. She received her education in the Tilden Public Schools and attended the Lincoln School of Commerce, earning her Private Secretarial Degree in 1954. She worked in Lincoln before marrying Peter Schmitt on February 12, 1956.
Pete took a job with Phillips Petroleum...
Jim Ed Tillerson
Jul 11, 2026
Jim Ed Tillerson, our beloved son and a true friend to many, passed away on July 11. He valiantly fought the ravages of Multiple Sclerosis for over 25 years. His spirit was always positive and his smile warmed your heart.
He was educated at Sunset Mesa, Albuquerque Academy, Tulane University, and the University of Phoenix. As a HR specialist, Jim made...
Kyonia Teresa Tecumseh
Jul 11, 2026
Kyonia Teresa Tecumseh was born on December 1, 1947 in Wenatchee, WA to Chief Kiutus Tecumseh and Marie Jefferson Tecumseh. She grew up in White Swan, WA. She completed high school at the Institute of American Indian Arts in Santa Fe, NM.
Kyonia was an enrolled member of the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska and a member of the LDS church. She...
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