RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
Dale Allyn Mochko
Feb 17, 2026
Dale Allyn Mochko peacefully departed on February 17, 2026. A beloved husband, father and grandfather, he was 77 years old. Born on October 2, 1948 in Cleveland Ohio, he graduated from the University of Toledo in 1970 and entered the Air Force in 1971. A position with the NM Air National Guard brought him to Albuquerque where he continued his...
Bill Zoucha
Feb 17, 2026
We are saddened to share that Billie Zoucha has passed away on February 17, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Eleanor Boecker
Feb 17, 2026
We are saddened to share that Eleanor Boecker has passed away on February 17, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Analee Nelson
Feb 16, 2026
Analee Nelson, 101, beloved Mother and Daughter, was called to her eternal resting place on February 16, 2026. She entered this world on August 5, 1924 in Pekin, IL, born to Joseph and Antionette Nelson. She is survived by her daughter Kim Archuleta. A memorial service will be held on Friday, February 27th at 10:00 AM at FRENCH- Wyoming Chapel....
Betty Smith
Feb 16, 2026
We are saddened to share that Betty Smith has passed away on February 16, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Krissy Dawnn Johnson
Feb 15, 2026
Krissy Dawnn Johnson, 45, of Albuquerque, passed on February 15, 2026. She was born on May 16, 1980, in Shiprock, NM.
Krissy was a devoted stay-at-home mom whose world revolved around her children. She loved basketball, volleyball, concerts, and above all else - her KIDS. Her life was a beautiful reflection of selflessness and love. She was giving, courageous, funny,...
George Franklin Butts
Feb 15, 2026
Frank Butts, age 76, of Corrales, NM, beloved husband, horseshoer, musician, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, mentor and friend to many, passed away in his own bed in the early hours of February 15th, 2026. Just two weeks after his wife Lynette, he was in hospice, but her death was too much for him to bear.
Frank never met a stranger, he loved...
Rita Medina
Feb 15, 2026
We are saddened to share that Rita Medina has passed away on February 16, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Belen De La O-Sanchez
Feb 14, 2026
Our momma, Belen De La O-Sanchez, died on February 14, 2026, at the age of 85. She was born in Greeley, Colorado, entering this world with an identical twin named Sofia. Both were inseparable for 83 years when Sofia passed away in March of 2024. Mom was with Sofia at her last breath.
Mom was employed with ARCA, a facility for...
Sally Lynne Cleland
Feb 13, 2026
Sally Lynne Cleland, beloved matriarch, mother, grandmother (great, great) and friend, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2026, surrounded by her family. Born on January 19, 1938, in Des Moines, Iowa, Sally lived a full and meaningful life defined by her deep love for her family, her sharp wit, and her generous heart.
While attending Highlands University, she met the love...
Michael T. Chaney
Feb 12, 2026
Michael Taylor Chaney, a devoted husband, loving father, and dear friend, passed away on February 12, 2026. He leaves behind a legacy of kindness and warmth, cherished by his beloved wife, Lynn Chaney, and their children, Theresa Matinas and Jonathon Chaney. Michael's life will be celebrated and remembered by his sisters, Kathy Chaney, LeeAnn Bruce, Karen Nothdurft, and Linda Epperson,...
Ervin Louis Ulibarri
Feb 12, 2026
Ervin Ulibarri, born October 16, 1938, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2026, at the age of 87, leaving behind a legacy of family, integrity, and kindness.Ervin was born and raised in Raton, New Mexico, where he built the foundation of the values that guided him throughout his life. The son of a hardworking coal miner and a local grocery...
Rebecca Leah McKernan
Feb 12, 2026
Rebecca passed away on February 12, 2026, after a 12-year fight with Parkinsons. She was able to pass surrounded by her family at home.
Rebecca was born in Los Alamos in 1955 to Frank and Emilia Guevara and was the third of six children. Rebecca always loved children and started working at the pediatric clinic in Los Alamos in 1970. She...
Janette Kay Murphy
Feb 11, 2026
We are saddened to share that Janette Murphy has passed away on February 11, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time.
Jesse Paul Haines
Feb 11, 2026
Jesse Paul Haines, age 83, passed on to his Heavenly home on February 11, 2026.
Jesse was born in Hershey, Pennsylvania, and as a young boy moved with his family to West Milton, Ohio. Growing up along the Stillwater River behind the family home, he enjoyed playing basketball, running track, spending time with friends and family, and water skiing. He...
Romana Gonzales
Feb 10, 2026
In loving memory. It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing our beloved mother, grandmother and great- grandmother who departed this world in February 10, 2026. She peacefully departed surrounded by her family.She was cherished, admired, and loved by all who knew her. Born February 12, 1930. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Joaquin, and...
Bob Borbely
Feb 9, 2026
Robert (Bob) Borbely, age 76, passed away February 9th, 2026. A devoted husband, proud father, loving grandfather, decorated veteran, and steadfast mentor, he lived boldly, loved fiercely, and left an indelible mark on everyone fortunate enough to know him.
Above all else, he was a family man. A devoted husband, he built a life grounded in loyalty, strength, and unwavering love....
Malcolm Robert Benjamin
Feb 9, 2026
We are saddened to share that Malcolm Benjamin has passed away on February 9, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Virginia Riddle
Feb 8, 2026
Virginia (Martin) Riddle, age 92, passed away peacefully with her children by her side on February 8, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was born on October 25, 1933, in Caldwell, Kansas, to Ivan Wayne Martin and Vera Lois Fauchier (Martin). Virginia was raised in Wellington, Kansas, where she graduated from Wellington High School in 1951.
Virginia joined the U.S. Navy...
Joseph "Joe" Rippin Jr.
Feb 8, 2026
Joseph "Joe" Rippin, Jr., age 92 of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, February 8, 2026. He was born in Illinois, served in the US Army, got married to Dolores, started a family and later was transferred by GTE Lenkurt (Siemens) to Albuquerque where he moved his family to enjoy a long and...
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