Jane Bynum
Jul 12, 2025
On July 12, 2025, Jane Marie Bynum, daughter of Charles Brierton and Clara McCleavey, beloved mother and grandmother, went to be with the Lord after 99 well-lived years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Bynum and her oldest son, Charles "Maxam" Adoberovoski. Jane is survived by her three children, Fred D. Smith, Roxanne Tyler and Jeteek Terry, and her...
Thomas White
Jul 11, 2025
Thomas J. White, 49, passed away on July 11, 2025. A lifelong resident of Albuquerque, Tom was a proud graduate of Eldorado High School and the University of New Mexico, earning his master's in special education in 2008. Tom cherished his time as a member of the Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity, in later years serving as chapter advisor, mentor and...
Danney Brown
Jul 10, 2025
Danney Zane Brown, a devoted father, loving brother, and talented developer, passed away on July 10, 2025, at the age of 78. Born on August 15, 1946, in Harrison, Arkansas, Danney lived a vibrant life marked by many passions, including his love for golf and an unwavering loyalty to the Dallas Cowboys. Known for his jovial spirit, he cherished breakfast at...
Connie Eldeane Hopper
Jul 10, 2025
Connie Eldeane Hopper passed away on July 10, 2025, two days before what would have been his 84th birthday. He was born in Boley, Oklahoma on July 12, 1941 to Bill and Daisy Hopper. Raised in Hobbs, NM, he met and married his high school sweetheart, Janet Kaye (Cox) in December 1961. The couple moved to Las Cruces NM in...
John Gilstrap
Jul 9, 2025
John Warren Gilstrap, 76, beloved father, brother, and husband, passed away on Wednesday, July 9, 2025. He was born on January 22, 1949, in Elmhurst, Illinois, to Elmer and Eleanor Gilstrap. John is survived by his daughter, Jonahlyn Gilstrap-Oskay, and her husband, Scott; his granddaughter, Raquel Lucero; his wife, Debbie Gilstrap, and stepson, Dalton Webert; his sisters, Ethel Pascal and...
Margaret Hidalgo
Jul 8, 2025
Just last December, about six short months ago, we were vacationing in Vegas, doing what you most enjoyed: playing the nickel keno. Then shocking news in January - cancer had started in your kidneys, spread to your lungs, and was now on the superhighway to the rest of your body via the lymph nodes. The docs predicted six months. You...
Jacqueline Slay
Jul 7, 2025
Jacqueline Hope Slay passed away peacefully on July 7, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Surrounded by love, she entered her heavenly home and was joyfully reunited with the many loved ones who went before her, surely welcoming her with open arms.
Born on May 3, 1939, in Abilene, Texas, to Truett and Lavelle Stovall, Jackie was the eldest of three children....
Lloyd W. Hoover
Jul 7, 2025
With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Lloyd William Hoover, a devoted husband, father, and esteemed minister, who left this world on July 7, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on May 27, 1938, in Fremont, Nebraska, Lloyd led a life characterized by service, faith, and love, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew him.A graduate of...
Lisandro Rivera Jr.
Jul 7, 2025
Lisandro Rivera Jr., 83, passed away on July 7, 2025 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, surrounded by his loving family. Lisandro was born in Sile, New Mexico to his parents, the late Lisandro Rivera Sr, and Rita on July 18, 1941.
He is survived by his wife Josephine; married 56 years, and daughters Denise and Donna. His brother Bernie (Melba) and two...
Herman Joseph Halper
Jul 6, 2025
Beloved Father • Korean War Veteran • Dedicated Air Traffic Controller, It is with profound love and sadness that we announce the passing of Herman Joseph Halper, who departed this life peacefully on July 6, 2025, at the age of 93.
Born in Chicago on January 12, 1932, Herman was a man of deep conviction, unwavering honesty, and tireless dedication. A...
Ammone Xaynhachack
Jul 6, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Ammone Xayachack, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and the cherished matriarch of our family. Ammone passed away peacefully on July 6, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, surrounded by the love of those she held most dear.
Born on March 3, 1940, in Champasak, Laos-a land rich in culture and tradition-she met and...
Boney Lopez
Jul 6, 2025
Born on November 28, 1934, in Sabinal, New Mexico, Bonifacio Lopez-affectionately known as "Boney"-entered this world with the quiet dignity that would define his life. On July 6, 2025, surrounded by the comforts of home in Albuquerque, he answered the final call, his spirit carried gently into eternal rest.
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A Life of Service and Faith
For decades, Boney dedicated himself to public...
Traci L Chavez
Jul 6, 2025
Traci L. Chavez, 63, of Albuquerque, NM, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2025. Born on May 23, 1962, in New Castle, PA, she was the beloved daughter of George and Mary Jo Dudash, both of whom preceded her in death. Traci’s life was one of compassion, generosity, and unwavering kindness. Her selfless spirit led her to dedicate many years...
Arthur Hille
Jul 5, 2025
Arthur Hille, 91, beloved Friend and Partner was called to his eternal resting place on July 5, 2025. He entered this world on November 4, 1933, in Venus, NE, born to Arthur and Bertha Hille. He grew up farming in Nebraska but took an interest in electronics and studied electrical engineering at the University of Colorado.
Arthur served his country for...
Patricia Ruth Webb
Jul 4, 2025
Patricia Ruth Webb
Patricia Webb, age 80, was a nurturing, diligent businesswoman who went home to be with God her Heavenly Father on July 4th, 2025. Patricia, a beloved mom, grandma, and great-grandma, was a devoted believer who loved attending Legacy Church, and always had her Bible open to a different page. Patty was happily married for 53 years to her...
Donald James Taylor
Jul 4, 2025
Donald James Taylor was born August 13, 1930, in Spencer, IA and passed away July 4, 2025 in Albuquerque, NM. Donald was the loving husband of Gail; and a loving father to daughter, Debra Salvador and husband, John. He was the beloved grandfather of Matthew and wife, Laura, Eric and wife, Andrea, and Adam and wife, Megan; and loving great-grandfather...
Patricia Petty
Jul 3, 2025
Patricia Gayle Petty
Gayle was born on November 19, 1940, in Amarillo, Texas. After enduring more than 9 years on kidney dialysis, she died peacefully at home on Thursday, July 3, 2025, surrounded by family.
Growing up on a farm outside of Vega, Texas, she graduated from Vega High School in 1958. After high school, Gayle pursued nursing and graduated from Texas...
Richard L. Allen
Jul 2, 2025
Richard L. Allen, age 89, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, died peacefully on July 2, 2025, following a long illness. He is survived by his wife Sandra of 67 years; daughters Kimberly Gabaldon, Nancy DaCosta, and Krista Allen; grandchildren Damien Gabaldon, Brandon Gabaldon, and Thomas Allen and wife Anya; his sister Darlene Gier; nephew Rick Gier and wife Kay; and several...
Abigail Gavaldon
Jul 2, 2025
We are saddened to share that Abigail Gavaldon has passed away on July 2, 2025. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
John McGuire
Jul 1, 2025
John McGuire, 67, beloved Spouse and Son, was called to his eternal resting place on July 1, 2025. He entered this world on July 11, 1957, in Albuquerque, NM, born to Nihl and Margie McGuire.
Retired from the YMCA then worked at Quartermaster Sales, Ron Peterson's, and his favorite job in his later years was working at JTC.
John liked spending time...