RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
Kathleen Mary Benson
June 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 Lee Clark
August 3, 2026
We are saddened to share that Robert Lee Clark has passed away on August 3, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Almeta Sterling Harris
July 30, 2026
Honoring the Life of Almeta
Almeta Sterling Harris was born on Thursday, October 3, 1929, in Bryan, Texas, to the union of Oscar and Elizabeth Sterling. Almeta was the middle child of nine children. She spent her teenage years in Northern California, attending Berkley High School. Having a strong drive and desire for education, she worked her way through college...
David Charles Caccamise
July 30, 2026
David was born in Batavia, NY to Donald and Mary Caccamise on November 28, 1951. After graduation from Highland High School in 1969, David's made his career working at PNM and retired after 40 years.
David is survived by two sons: Richard Caccamise and wife Jennifer, Andrew Johnston and wife, Lisa, as well as a sister, Ginny Lucero. He is...
Lillian Croghan
July 30, 2026
We are saddened to share that Lillian Croghan has passed away on July 30, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted with information for a Celebration of Life, once available.
Masako Burpee
July 30, 2026
We are saddened to share that Masako Burpee has passed away on July 30, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted with information for a Celebration of Life, once available.
Letica Piro
July 29, 2026
Leticia Rinaldi Piro passed away on July 27, 2026, at the age of 82, in Phoenix, AZ. She was born in Santa Fe, NM on Sept. 17, 1943 to Philip and Mary Lou Rinaldi.
Leticia was known for loving her family (especially her grandchildren!) all things Elvis, as well as being a devoted fan of the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Leticia proudly served as...
Stephen "Tony" Palladino
July 29, 2026
Tony is survived by his son, Anthony Palladino; father, Jerome and wife, Nancy Palladino; sister, Juli Palladino and husband, Anthony Fischer; and brother, Nicholas and wife, Audra Palladino.
Tony was a long time NAPA employee. He enjoyed fishing and time with family in his free time.
Dorothy H. Doyle
July 29, 2026
Daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother.
Born one of eleven children in Kansas City, Kansas, Dorothy enjoyed participating in sports like basketball and softball while growing up. She even met her husband Marvin at the roller-skating rink.
She worked several jobs in her life, including switchboard operator, ticket girl and concession stand attendant at the movie theater, and as a secretary.
Dorothy...
Carl Foster Howton Jr.
July 28, 2026
Born January 30,1947 and passed on July 28, 2026.
Carl went to be with his Mom, Dad and Sisters early Tuesday morning and we really miss him.
My wonderful husband Carl was such a kind and gentle man. He was very talented as a woodworker and carpenter and could build and fix anything. He finished the inside of our cabin in the...
Tasia Young
July 27, 2026
Tasia Young 1934-2026: A Wonderful Life
Tasia Young passed away peacefully on July 27, 2026, surrounded by her family.
Tasia grew up in Thorp, Wisconsin. She met first husband Richard Young at the University of Iowa. They raised five children and lived in several Western cities. Tasia was active in the League of Women Voters, and the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)....
Bari Lane Krueger
July 27, 2026
Bari Krueger, 83, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, was called to her eternal resting place on Monday, July 27, 2026.
She entered this world on December 24, 1942 in Ogden, UT, born to Golden and Dorothy Lane. She was proceeded in death by her loving parents, Golden and Dorothy; her brother, Goldie Lane; her beloved husband of 58 years,...
Laura Marie Hahn
July 27, 2026
We are saddened to share that Laura Hahn has passed away on July 27, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted with information for a Celebration of Life, once available.
Christopher Michael Gurule
July 26, 2026
Our beloved Son, Father, Grandfather, Brother, Uncle, Cousin, and Friend passed away on July 26, 2026. Christopher is proceeded in death by his father Michael "Caco" Gurule. He is survived by his children Krista Gurule (Gaby) and Erik Gurule (Marlene) Grandchildren Jaydin & Jordan Alvidrez, His mother JoAnn Vargas (Ruben), sister Lissa Gurule and niece Brianna Diaz (Brian) and many...
Wayne R. Maes
July 26, 2026
In Loving Memory of Wayne R. Maes
There are people who make an impact by what they accomplish, and there are those who make an even greater impact by how they make others feel. Wayne Maes did both.
Wayne passed away peacefully on July 26, 2026, leaving behind a family who loved him deeply and countless friends, students, colleagues, and neighbors whose...
Linda Sheryl Adams
July 26, 2026
Linda Sheryl Adams, born on September 8, 1947, in Auburn, Illinois, passed away on July 26, 2026, in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. She was a dedicated electronics technician with a significant tenure at the Dickey-john Corporation, contributing her skills to the agricultural industry. Linda was known for her keen eye for detail, both in her work and in her personal...
Shannon Darrel Roberts
July 26, 2026
Shannon Darrel Roberts, of Los Lunas, New Mexico, was welcomed into the arms of Our Lord on Sunday, July 26, 2026. Shannon was born on March 8, 1938 to Richard Shannon Roberts and Etta Mae (Clairy) Roberts in Stoutsville, Missouri. He is survived by his wife, Carole Sue (Kirkland) Roberts, of the home, daughter, Maile Butler and husband Rhett, of...
Paula Kaye Thurman
July 26, 2026
Paula Kaye Thurman passed away on July 26, 2026, at the age of 78.Born on August 21, 1947, in Salt Lake City, Utah, Paula lived life with a contagious laugh, a mischievous sense of humor, and a heart that made a lasting impression on everyone who knew her.Paula married her first love James Abernathy on July 29th 1965. They had...
Amy Nicole Roberts
July 25, 2026
Amy N. Roberts, age 50, passed away peacefully surrounded by laughter, love, and family on July 25, 2026.
Amy was born on September 10, 1975, in Fort Collins, Colorado. She grew up in Albuquerque, graduating from El Dorado High School in 1994. She graduated from UNLV in 1999 with a degree in Kinesiology.
She was a competitive gymnast until starting high school,...
Robert Marez
July 24, 2026
It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of our beloved Husband, Dad, and Pop, Robert Marez. He passed away peacefully in the early morning of Friday, July 24, 2026, in the comfort of his home surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on January 25, 1938, in Yeso, New Mexico and served his country proudly from January...



