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...
Charles Dunn Harmon II
September 29, 2026
Charles 'Chuck' Harmon passed away Tuesday, September 29, 2026. Chuck will be greatly missed by all those who were blessed to meet him.A full obituary and service information will be posted at a later time.
William Harrell
September 29, 2026
We are saddened to share that William Harrell, age 78, passed away on September 30, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Ruth Christmen
September 29, 2026
We are saddened to share that Ruth Christmen, age 92, passed away on September 29, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Diane Braden Holdridge
September 28, 2026
Diane Braden Holdridge, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2026, at the age of 91. Diane was preceded in death by her husband, Joe Holdridge. She was born on October 3, 1934, in Dawson, New Mexico. Diane brought warmth and joy to everyone around her throughout her life. She lived in Albuquerque, NM, where...
Diane Holdridge
September 28, 2026
We are saddened to share that Diane Holdridge, age 91, passed away on September 28, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Rita Gurley
September 26, 2026
Surrounded by the family who cherished her, Rita Gurley departed peacefully in the early hours of September 26, 2026. Born to Hoskie and Vernie Nez on March 30, 1950, in Houck, Arizona, Rita embodied a divine tenderness through her boundless generosity and compassion. She served as a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, offering a quiet grace and gentle presence that provided...
Earl Robert Holmsten
September 26, 2026
Earl R. Holmsten passed away peacefully on Saturday September 26, 2026. A celebration of life will be held on Friday October 23, 2026, at 1:00p.m at French Funerals-Wyoming Chapel.
Epifanio Mendoza
September 25, 2026
Epifanio Mendoza, lovingly known as Epi, was born in Morenci, Arizona, and passed away on September 25, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. His life was centered on his faith in Jesus Christ, his family, and a deep commitment to serving others.
Epi devoted 25 years to the City of Albuquerque, including 15 years at the Albuquerque Zoo and 10 years in...
Felix Ofracio Tafoya
September 25, 2026
We are saddened to share that Felix Tafoya has passed away on September 25, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Suzie Jane Beckner
September 24, 2026
Suzie Jane was born June 26, 1938, to Ralph and Ruby Sullivan in Peru, Indiana. She was the big sister to brothers Joe and Dave.
She grew up with many cousins and had wonderful memories of family gatherings throughout her childhood. Suzie married Harmon Beckner in 1960 and later moved to California, bringing her horse, Natasha, along. They were blessed with...
Jesse Carroll Martin Jr.
September 23, 2026
Jesse (Jay) Martin, of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on September 23, 2026, after seven weeks of hospitalization related to heart and respiratory failure after a pulmonary embolism.Jay was born in Newport News, Virginia, the youngest of three raised by their single mother, Pauline Stewart. He grew up in Newport News, and after high school left for college at Virginia Tech....
Mary Teresa Wylie
September 23, 2026
Mary (Maria) Wylie was born August 15, 1935, and raised in Old Town Albuquerque, NM, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2026, she was 91.
She was a devoted Catholic and long-time member of San Felipe de Neri Parish, where she volunteered and helped support her church for many years.
She was a generous caregiver as well as foster grandparent and was...
Marlene Roberta Skeans
September 23, 2026
Marlene Roberta Skeans, 89, daughter of Robert and Ruby Napier, went to be with our Lord and savior, on September 23, 2026 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was born in Dayton, Ohio on January 3, 1937. She had lived in Chateauroux, France, Dayton, Ohio, Tripoli, Libya, Atwater, California, Porterville, California and Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
She Loved Jesus first, her late husband...
Idell Whitaker Huey
September 23, 2026
Idell Whitaker Huey passed away on September 23, 2026, at the age of 91.
Idell was born on July 23, 1935, in Roswell, New Mexico. She graduated from Loretto Academy in El Paso and was a dedicated rancher on Capitan Mountain near Arabella. In January 1965, she married the love of her life, Pat L. Huey, and together they built a...
Jose Barraza
September 23, 2026
Jose Barraza, born on May 5, 1951, in Villa Ocampo, Durango, Mexico, in a vibrant community that celebrated his Hispanic heritage, passed away peacefully from natural causes on September 23, 2026.A devoted family man, Jose is survived by his beloved wife, Helen Barraza, and their 7 children. He also leaves behind 11 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.Jose had a successful career in...
Bonnie Lee Jarvis
September 23, 2026
Bonnie L. JarvisApril 12, 1948 - September 23, 2026Our dear Bonnie passed into the arms of Jesus on Wednesday morning after fighting health issues for many months. A woman who knew God's love and willingly shared it with anyone. She lived her life putting people first. Just like her spirit, she loved all things sparkly. She was beautiful and delicate...
Chris Harry Rhoads
September 23, 2026
We are saddened to share that Chris Harry Rhoads, age 76, passed away on September 23, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Morgan Tumlinson
September 22, 2026
We are saddened to share that Morgan Tumlinson passed away on September 22, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
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