RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
Chester French
September 27, 1966
In 1904, Chester T. French moved to Albuquerque from East Tennessee. He brought his brother to the dry climate because he had tuberculosis. His brother died shortly after his move, but Chester French fell in love with Albuquerque and decided to make it his home. In 1907, he founded French Mortuary because he had a strong desire to be in...
Excelso Aragon
March 21, 2009
Excelso Aragon, 86, a resident of Albuquerque, formerly of Valencia, NM, passed away Saturday, March 21, 2009.
Mr. Aragon was preceded in death by his parents, Jose Esac and Raquel Aragon; brother, Isidro Aragon; sister, Mary Castillo brother-in-law, Jimmie Castillo.
He is survived by his children, Vicky Reyes and son-in-law Martin, Gilbert Jose Aragon and daughter-in-law, Denise, John Anthony Aragon, Mauricia Susan...
Johnna Wattier
September 17, 2026
We are saddened to share that Johnna Wattier has passed away on September 17, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Craig McClelland
September 16, 2026
We are saddened to share that Craig McClelland passed away on September 16, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Ted Michael Davies
September 15, 2026
We are saddened to share that Ted Davies has passed away on September 15, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Christina Maldonado
September 15, 2026
We are saddened to share that Christina Maldonado passed away on September 15, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
William DePalo Jr.
September 15, 2026
We are saddened to share that William DePalo Jr. passed away on September 15, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Richard Anthony Bianchi
September 14, 2026
We are saddened to share that Richard Bianchi has passed away on September 14, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Donald Gene (Don) Johnson
September 13, 2026
Donald Gene (Don) Johnson completed his journey, at the age of 82 years old, on the 13th of September, 2026. He joined our Lord, at home, surrounded by his family, his dog JoJo, and the music he loved. He was a member of the Seminole Nation of Oklahoma, Ocese band of the Ecovlke (Deer) clan. He was born in Wewoka, OK and he lived his final years with...
John Thomas Keliiaa
September 13, 2026
John Thomas Keliiaa has gone to our creator on Sunday, September 13, 2026. John is lovingly remembered for his kindness, creativity, quick wit, and sense of humor.
John is survived by his loving wife, Verna Solomon and family; his brother Curtis Keliiaa; his sister Cassie Keliiaa; his nephews, David Kupsick, Cody Keliiaa, John Keliiaa, and Patrick Gustafson; his niece Sara Duquette;...
Alexander Jordan Smith
September 12, 2026
Alexander Jordan Smith, born on March 24, 1994, in Albuquerque, NM, passed away on September 12, 2026.
Alex had a heart of gold, always looking for ways to help and support the people around him. He had a special love for animals and always felt for those in need, which led him to work at a dog rescue in Ruidoso,...
Clarence Scarton
September 11, 2026
We are saddened to share that Clarence Scarton has passed away on September 11, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Andres Fabian Juarez
September 11, 2026
Andres "Buddy" Juarez, 96, dedicated family man, Korean War veteran, and avid collector passed away September 11, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Andres was born February 5, 1930, in Artesia, New Mexico to Henry and Luz Samora Juarez. He graduated from Artesia High School and four weeks later joined the United States Air Force. Andres shipped out to Japan, earning the...
Anna Pearl Amlong
September 10, 2026
Anna Pearl "Ann" (Nouwen) Amlong was born on September 25,1932 in Mobile, Alabama. She entered the kingdom of heaven on September 10, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Pearl Nouwen, her husband of 52 years, James N (Jim) Amlong, her daughter, Patricia (Trish) Amlong and her two brothers: Johnny and Bob Nouwen.
Ann was a devout Catholic...
Kristie Pearson
September 10, 2026
We are saddened by the passing of Kristie Pearson. Kristie passed away on September 10, 2026, at the age of 74. A full obituary will be provided once arrangements are finalized.
Brayden Harold Rasmussen
September 9, 2026
Brayden Rasmussen, 21, of Albuquerque, lived a life defined by adventure, loyalty, and an untamed spark. He died on September 9, 2026, after a car crash, ending a day spent doing what he loved, visiting family, checking on friends, and watching the sunset at Abiquiu Lake.
Born and raised in Albuquerque, Brayden carried forward the legacy of his great‑grandfather and...
Ella Louise Boggess
September 9, 2026
We are saddened to share that Ella Boggess has passed away on September 9, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Samuel Robert Williams
September 9, 2026
Samuel Robert "Bob" Williams, passed away on September 9, 2026 at the age of 96. He was a resident of Albuquerque for 44 years. He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Peggy (Skubitz) Williams. He is also survived by daughter Margot Teel, her husband John Teel, and their daughters Ally Teel and Catherine Teel, her husband Alex...
Mary Ann Ouellette
September 8, 2026
Mary Ann (Gonzales) Ouellette
Mary Ann (Gonzales) Ouellette, 81, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully of natural causes on September 8, 2026, in Albuquerque.
Mary Ann was born on February 24, 1945, in Sedillo, New Mexico, to Reynaldo and Clarita Gonzales. She married the love of her life, Robert (Bob) Herve Ouellette, on September 3, 1966, in Albuquerque. Together,...
Ryan Andy Tafoya
September 8, 2026
Ryan Andy Tafoya
Ryan Andy Tafoya was born on July 27, 1975, in Los Alamos, New Mexico, to Benjamin and Yvette Tafoya. Ryan entered his eternal slumber on September 8, 2026.
Ryan spent his younger years in Taos, New Mexico, where he enjoyed playing baseball alongside his best friend and twin brother, Bryan. After graduating from Cibola High School, Ryan proudly served...
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