RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
Cora Jaramillo
Mar 10, 2026
We are saddened to share that Cora Jaramillo has passed away on March 10, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Elfriede Anna Blakeslee
Mar 10, 2026
We are saddened to share that Elfriede Blakeslee has passed away on March 10, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Carolyn Sue Ferguson
Mar 7, 2026
Carolyn "Sue" Crenshaw Ferguson, born on January 10, 1946, in Artesia, New Mexico, passed away on March 7, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who cherished her family above all else. Sue is survived by her daughters Vonda England and Paula Gonzales, along with their spouses, and a loving pack of grandchildren: Joshua...
Jim Johnson
Mar 6, 2026
James Thomas Johnson passed away on March 6, 2026 - the day after his 99th birthday.
Jim was born James Thomas Ashburn on March 5, 1927, in Akron, OH, to Lena (Pedigo) Ashburn and Leo Ashburn. Lena died when Jim was only 6 years old and he was adopted and reared by his mother's sister, Nell Pedigo Johnson, and his uncle,...
Mark Francis Mahoney
Mar 6, 2026
We are saddened to share that Mark Mahoney has passed away on March 6, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Colonel Bert Joseph Terrazas, U.S. Army (Retired)
Mar 6, 2026
Bert Joseph Terrazas, age 91, father of three daughters, and grandfather of three, passed away peacefully on March 6th, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. Bert was known for his devotion to family, to community, and to public service. He deeply appreciated Native American art and pottery, and was a lifetime collector. Bert was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico. In high...
Robert Everett Corkran
Mar 6, 2026
Robert Everett Corkran, born on March 23, 1931, in Holden, Missouri to John William and Katie Lou (Courtney) Corkran, passed away on March 6, 2026, in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, surrounded by his family. A dedicated father, husband, and professional, Robert leaves behind his beloved wife, Margaret (Harrison) Corkran, and their four children: son James Corkran, daughter Julie Ann Marcey,...
Alfonso Benjamin Martinez
Mar 5, 2026
We are saddened to share that Alfonso Martinez has passed away on March 5, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Stephen Michael Dobbins
Mar 5, 2026
Stephen M. Dobbins passed March 5, 2026 at age 78 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Steve was born in Louisville, Kentucky. He worked for the Bank of America in many locations in Asia, including Japan, Jakarta, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and Thailand. He raised ostriches in China and South Africa. He enjoyed Costa Rica and deep-sea fishing. He began playing golf when he was tasked with...
Sharen Seu Hart
Mar 4, 2026
Sharen Seu Hart, a beloved mother and cherished member of her community, passed away on March 4, 2026, at the age of 84. Born on January 10, 1942, in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, Sharen's life was a vibrant tapestry of love, creativity, and service. Residing in Louisiana for many years, she exemplified the spirit of the South—warm, generous, and full of life.
A...
Carole Widmaier Jones
Mar 4, 2026
Carole W. Jones, 84, a physician, veteran, and animal lover, died peacefully and painlessly in her Albuquerque home on Wednesday, March 4th, 2026.
A graduate of Ursinus College and Temple Medical School, certified in Psychiatry, Carole treated thousands of patients at Lovelace Clinic, in private practice, and with Presbyterian Medical Group.
Since moving to Albuquerque 50 years ago, Carole, along with her...
Shirley Mae Fowler
Mar 4, 2026
Shirley Mae Fowler left this life to be with her Lord and Savior on March 4, 2026 (the 34th anniversary of her son Ricky Stephen Willis' death).Also preceding her in death was her husband Jack Fowler who went to his eternal glory on October 8,1996.Her life will live on in her children: son, Fred M. Willis, and daughters, Cindy E. Brueggemann...
Grace Mansfield
Mar 2, 2026
Grace Willeto Mansfield passed away on March 2, 2026. She was 89 years old.
Her Clans were:
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Grace was preceded in death by her husband, Francis Mansfield; parents, Mary and Frank Willeto, Sr.; sisters, Rose Cowboy and Julie Badonie; brothers, Frank Jr., Johnny Sr., and Bobby Willeto.
A Funeral Service...
John Francis Heck IV
Mar 2, 2026
We are saddened to share that John Heck has passed away on March 2, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Judith W. Mead
Mar 2, 2026
Judith died peacefully in her sleep after a prolonged illness at age 93. She was preceded in death by her husband, Keith Mead; daughter, Catherine Miners and husband Sam; and stepdaughter, Marge Mead. She is survived by her daughter, Julia Garratt and husband Michael; grandson Steven White and husband, Jonathan Lees; brother Hugh Scilley and wife Janis; stepdaughter Roberta Michaud...
Carol Lee Fox
Mar 2, 2026
Carol L. Fox, age 78, of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on March 2, 2026, surrounded by family. Her passing followed a lengthy battle with dementia. Carol was born on July 26, 1947, in Kerrville, TX, to her parents, Robert S. Hays, Sr. and Barbara E. (Roop) Hays. During her early childhood, her family moved frequently due to her father's government...
Delmar John Klinetobe
Mar 1, 2026
Delmar John Klinetobe, known to his friends as Del, passed away on March 1, 2026, at the age of 83.
Del was born on June 18, 1942. He made his home in Albuquerque, New Mexico, in 1962, and it remained his home for the rest of his life. He spent 38 years at Sandia National Laboratories, where he built a career...
David Ora Smallwood
Mar 1, 2026
David Ora Smallwood, born on January 20, 1939, in Newcastle, Wyoming, passed away on March 1, 2026. A devoted mechanical engineer, David dedicated much of his career to Sandia Labs, where his innovative spirit and tireless work ethic left a lasting impact.
He was a cherished father to his four children: Robin Seaman, Joel Smallwood, Kellie Bischoff, and Heather Smallwood, who...
Dr. Karl William Hattler
Feb 28, 2026
Dr. Karl W. Hattler, PhD, 83, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, peacefully passed away in the comfort of his home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, February 28, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. Born in Johnson City, New York on November 5, 1942, to Betty and Clarence Hattler, Karl grew up playing baseball in the streets, working as...
Marie Ann Cain
Feb 28, 2026
Marie Ann Cain was born on April 27, 1935, in Cloquet Minnesota.
She left her earthly body at the age of ninety to be in the presence of her lord and savior Jesus Christ. She knew that to be absent from the body is to be present with the lord. I Corinthians 5:6-8 and to be with Christ is better by...
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