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...
Joyce Epperson
Jul 22, 2026
We are saddened to share that Joyce Epperson has passed away on July 22, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Frances Perotti
Jul 22, 2026
We are saddened to share that Frances Perotti has passed away on July 22, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Robert David Romero
Jul 21, 2026
Robert David Romero, age 77, of Taos, New Mexico, and living in Albuquerque for several years, passed away on July 21st, 2026, surrounded by family. Born on May 2nd, 1949, he lived a life rooted in faith, generosity, and a deep love for the outdoors.
A devoted Catholic, Robert carried his faith quietly but firmly, finding strength and purpose in God,...
Donald Edward Pichler
Jul 20, 2026
We are saddened to share that Donald Edward Pichler has passed away on July 20, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
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...
Norma Lucero
Jul 19, 2026
Norma Lucero, 78. Our beloved Mother, Sister, Daughter, and Grandmother passed away on July 19, 2026. A Memorial Service will be held on Sunday July 26, 2026 at 10:00 am at French Funerals Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd NE.
The service will be followed by a Reception.
In lieu of flowers the family requests potted plants for continued enjoyment.
James Isaac Gonzales
Jul 19, 2026
James Isaac Gonzales, 45, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on July 19, 2026. He was born November 2, 1980, in Farmington, New Mexico.
James had a big heart, a great smile, and was always the first to step up and help. Fiercely loyal to the people he loved, he cherished his family above all - and nothing in this world...
Gary Pat Manford
Jul 18, 2026
Gary Pat Manford, 78, fiercely independent rancher, wickedly funny lifelong learner, devoted dog lover, and dedicated student of the land, history, and art of the American West, passed away on July 18, 2026, after a long struggle with Parkinson's disease.
Born May 16, 1948, Gary grew up in Smiley, Texas. He attended Southwestern University in Georgetown, where he was an enthusiastic...
Theresa Angela Domenici Menicucci
Jul 18, 2026
Theresa Angela Domenici Menicucci, 102 years, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, July 18, 2026, surrounded by her family.
Theresa is the last remaining of the 8 children of Antonio (Tony) and Emma (Giomi) Domenici, having been born in Albuquerque on October 15, 1923.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Mario J. Menicucci, and her son-in-law, Russell Morris,...
Sarah Faris
Jul 17, 2026
Sarah Bullock Faris, born July 4th, 1933, Oxford, North Carolina, died July 17th, 2026, Albuquerque, NM. She was preceded by her husband of 66 years, the Rev. Kent Faris. Sarah was a retired Southern Baptist Home and Foreign Missionary serving in New Mexico and Brazil for over 35 years.
Sarah is survived by her three children, their spouses, six grandchildren, and...
Cleo Junior Powell
Jul 16, 2026
Cleo J. Powell was born on December 12, 1923 in Norman, Arkansas to Gilford Elijah Powell and
Mary Susie Norman. He peacefully passed away at 102 years old on July 16, 2026 at the
Veterans Hospital in Albuquerque. He is preceded in death by his parents Gilford and Susie
Powell and siblings
Cleo is survived by his wife of 46 years Patricia Milton Powell...
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,...
Carla Clifford-Hunter
Jul 14, 2026
With profound sadness, the family of Carla Clifford-Hunter announces her peaceful passing on July 14, 2026, at the age of 79.
Born on January 2, 1947, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Carla lived a life defined by compassion, strength, and unwavering love for her family and friends. She devoted many years of her career to serving as a school nurse, where...
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 Carol Parker
Jul 14, 2026
Nancy Carol Parker
February 7, 1932 - July 14, 2026
Nancy (Dotson) Parker was born and raised in Cuyahoga Falls, OH, and moved to Phoenix, AZ, where she met her love, Robert (Bob) Parker. They married and moved to Albuquerque where they raised their 3 children, Paul Parker, Keith Parker and Lisa (Parker-Trainor) Skocypec. Bob and Nancy eventually retired and enjoyed tennis,...
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...
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