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...
Delois Bailey
October 19, 2026
We are saddened to share that Delois Bailey passed away on October 19, 2026. French Funerals and Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Michael Canant
October 19, 2026
We are saddened to share that Michael Canant passed away on October 19, 2026. French Funerals and Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Donna Mae Muenster
October 18, 2026
Donna Mae Muenster, was called home to heaven on Sunday, October 18, 2026 with her beloved husband by her side. Donna was born on Friday, June 24, 1938, in Sidney, Nebraska and died at the age of 88 in her Albuquerque home.
Donna grew up on the family farm in Sindey, Nebraska graduating high school in Sindey and retaining her Register...
Barbara Dorothy McClain
October 18, 2026
Barbara Dorothy McClain
October 17, 1948 - October 18, 2026
Barbara Dorothy McClain, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on October 18, 2026, at the age of 78.
Born on October 17, 1948, in Roswell, New Mexico, she was the daughter of the late Pedro and Elsie Amancio.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother Paul....
Elmer Ray Hackworth, Jr.
October 16, 2026
Elmer Ray ("Ray") Hackworth, Jr., age 87, went to be with the Lord on Friday, October 16, 2026. He was born on October 28, 1938, in Dillon, Arkansas to Elmer Ray, Sr. and Oma Anna Hull Hackworth.
In his professional life, he was a banker, primarily in Arkansas. He was an avid supporter of the Jaycee organization for over 50 years...
Ramon Velarde
October 16, 2026
We are saddened to share that Ramon Velarde passed away on October 16, 2026. French Funerals and Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Steven Michael Nuanez
October 15, 2026
With heavy hearts the family of Steven (Stevie) Michael Nuanez announce his passing on Thursday, October 16, at the age of 66.He was preceded in death by his parents, ernest and Eva Nuanez. He is survived by his siblings, Elaine Armijo (Manuel), Sandra Maes, Liz Mulligan, and Anthony Nuanez (Lee Ann). He is also survived by one niece and six...
Ruth Louise Brito
October 15, 2026
Our Mother, Ruth Louise Brito took her last breath on October 15, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was blessed with a long life that she devoted to the care of others through nursing, parenting, and her devotion to her family and friends.
She enjoyed a successful career as a Registered Nurse, beginning at Hotel Dieu Hospital in El Paso, Texas,...
Josephine "Josey" Ann Espinoza
October 15, 2026
Josephine Ann Espinoza, known as Josey to close friends and family, was born in Albuquerque, NM on January 21, 1999. She grew up in Placitas, then moved with her mom to Florida for a few years before returning to New Mexico. Josey put herself through college at ASU while working at Starbucks, receiving a bachelor's degree in Environmental Biology. She returned...
Tincy Joy Day
October 13, 2026
Tincy Joy Day
November 21, 1936 – October 13, 2026
Some lives are extraordinary from the very beginning, and Tincy Joy Day’s was nothing short of a miracle.
Born on November 21, 1936, in Clovis, New Mexico, to Waldon and Silla McCall, Tincy entered the world weighing just 1 pound, 12 ounces and measuring only 12 inches long, despite being born full-term. Against...
Robert Hayes Scott
October 13, 2026
Robert Hayes Scott passed away on October 13, 2026. Born April 21, 1947, he was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque and graduated from Highland High School in 1965. He received a bachelor’s degree and a law degree from the University of New Mexico, where he was in Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity. He had a distinguished legal career, including time in...
Bernard "Al" Jones
October 13, 2026
Al was born on June 4, 1950, in Cleveland, Ohio to Bernard and Rita Jones, nee Walsh, now both deceased. He has 2 brothers and 5 sisters that he shared his childhood with. He graduated from Bay High in 1968, immediately joined the Navy and served until 1974. He was married to Charlotte in 1972 and was married for 54...
Charlotte Louise Stinebaugh
October 13, 2026
We are saddened to share that Charlotte Louise Steinebaugh passed away on October 13, 2026. French Funerals and Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Maureen Greer Wright
October 13, 2026
Maureen's spirit took flight while she slept peacefully. She was known for her sunny disposition, bright smile, and deep curiosity. A beloved friend to many, she is survived by her son, Adam, and daughter-in-law, Anne; grandson, Jeremy, his wife, Elysa, and granddaughter, Carrie; as well as two great-grandchildren, Avery and Benjamin (children of Jeremy). She is survived by her great-niece,...
Forrest Ray LaVail
October 12, 2026
Forrest Ray LaVail, 71, passed away on Monday, October 12, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of cherished memories and a family who loved him dearly.
Born on August 19, 1955, in Bossier City, Louisiana, Forrest was the youngest son of the late Melvin "Buddy" LaVail and Betty Ray LaVail.
Forrest proudly served his community as a police officer before retiring from law...
Jesse Sanchez
October 12, 2026
Jesse Sanchez, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2026, at the age of 94. He was born in Cimarron, New Mexico, to Jose Sanchez and Cenovia Valencia Sanchez. He was raised in Taos NM and Espanola NM before moving to Albuquerque where he attended the University of NM. He was married to Josephine...
Arthur Ray Windham
October 11, 2026
We are saddened to announce the passing of Arthur Ray Windham. Arthur was born July 29, 1974, to Don and Jeanne Windham in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He passed away October 11, 2026. He had two siblings, Donald Ray Windham II and Stormy Windham (significant other, Brent Thompson). He loved his nieces and nephew, Illiazha Durfee, Akausha Stuart (husband, Sean Stewart),...
Timothy John Connelly
October 11, 2026
Timothy was born on Tuesday, April 9, 1946, in Brooklyn, New York, the only child of John Joseph Connelly and Margaret MacQuaid. He died on Sunday, October 11, 2026, in Albuquerque after a brief illness.
His young life was spent in Miami, Florida, where he attended High School.
Right after high school graduation in 1966, in the midst of the Vietnam conflict,...
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