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...
Arthur "Art" A. Schreiber
November 7, 2026
It is surprising to everyone who knows him, and perhaps to even God Himself, that on November 7, 2026, Arthur A. Schreiber passed away at the age of 98, just five days away from his 99th birthday. Considering his unmatched zeal for life and fierce determination to overcome any and every obstacle, only the passing of the great Arturo can...
Ramona Moleres
November 3, 2026
Ramona (Rae) Amalia Moleres passed away peacefully on November 3, 2026, joining her long-waiting husband, Bobby, in heaven (we hope).
Rae was born on June 19, 1938, in Apache Creek, New Mexico, and grew up in Aragon. After graduating from high school, she moved to Grants where she met and married her first husband, Robert Pierre Moleres.
She leaves behind...
Marvine Anne Moreno
November 2, 2026
Marvine Anne Moreno, age 48, passed away on November 2, 2026. She was born on June 30, 1978, in Albuquerque, NM. Marvine was a beacon of light, kindness, and unconditional love. An extraordinary woman in every sense, she moved through life with a heart centered entirely on others. Her selflessness knew no bounds; she was a truly unselfish soul who...
Thomas Hettich Jr.
November 2, 2026
Thomas Hettich Jr. was a proud member of the Comanche Tribe, a U.S. military veteran, a dedicated government worker, and a devoted family man who loved nothing more than being called "Papa" by his grandkids and cheering on his favorite baseball and BYU sports teams. Thomas Hettich Jr was born March 1, 1949 in Lawton, Oklahoma to Thomas & Ada...
Clayton Earl Smith
October 31, 2026
A Life Well Lived
Clayton Earl Smith, 83, of Edgewood, New Mexico, passed away on Saturday, October 31, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of accomplishments, cherished memories, and a family whose lives were shaped by his love, determination, and ingenuity.
Clayton is survived by his wife of sixty years, Margaret (Maggie) Wilkes; his son, Eric Smith, and daughter-in-law, Donna Smith; his granddaughters...
Selma Kay Rogers
October 30, 2026
Minister Selma (Nichols) Rogers, 84, transitioned from this life to her eternal home on October 30, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Born February 18, 1942, in Paxico, Kansas, to James Samuel and Florence Ethel (Welch) Nichols, she was one of six children. Selma had a true heart for serving others and being a blessing from God. This was reflected in...
Patrick Amador
October 30, 2026
Patrick "Pat" Amador, 87, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on October 30, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of love, laughter, and cherished memories. Pat was a hardworking, resourceful man who took great pride in owning and operating his business, PATSCO, which distributed CBU Mailboxes throughout New Mexico. A true jack of all trades, there wasn't much Pat couldn't do,...
Treon Jamar Lynch
October 30, 2026
In Loving Memory of Tre'on Lynch 🤍
Tre'on Lynch, 22, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 30, 2026. Though his time with us was tragically cut short, Tre'on lived a vibrant life filled with adventure, creativity, laughter, and deep devotion to the people he loved.
From an early age, Tre'on found joy in computer and console gaming. What began as a favorite...
Ellen June Murphy
October 29, 2026
Ellen June Murphy, 93, of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away on October 29, 2026. Born in Independence, Missouri on April 16th, 1933, Ellen was the daughter of Theron Louis Atkins and Addie Lorretta Atkins.
She received her nurse's diploma from Research Hospital School of Nursing in Kansas City, MO in 1953, shortly after which she married her lifelong partner, Daniel...
Robert Pelzl
October 29, 2026
We are saddened to share that Robert Pelzl has passed away on October 29, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Jason Allan Moorhead
October 28, 2026
Jason Allan Moorhead, dedicated and beloved father, devoted son and brother, cherished friend, and accomplished CEO, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2026 at the age of 58. Born on March 29, 1968, in Denver, Colorado, he moved to Albuquerque at 3 years old where he made New Mexico home.
Jason was a proud graduate of New Mexico State University where...
Eduardo Tijerino
October 28, 2026
We are saddened to share that Eduardo Tijerino has passed away on October 28, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Gertrude Evelyn Handleman
October 27, 2026
Gertrude (Trudy) Evelyn Handleman passed into eternity on October 27, 2026. She was 104 years old. A memorial service will be held in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on November 5, 2026, and burial will follow at Fairveiw Cemetery in Albuquerque.Gertrude was born in Corwith, Iowa, on March 5, 1922, to Glenn Harold Dunlap and Mary Minerva (Riggle) Dunlap. She was the...
Evelyn Louise Hernandez
October 27, 2026
Evelyn Louise Hernandez (née Aragon), 91 years old, died on October 27, 2026 in the peace of Christ after having received the sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick and the Apostolic Blessing. She suffered courageously and united her suffering with Our Lord Crucified for souls.
Evelyn was born on January 8, 1935 in the Village of Encinal on the Laguna...
Femke Young van Galen
October 26, 2026
Femke Young van Galen (and, briefly, Schoellkopf) was born on April 6, 1935, to Lennert and Johanna van Galen in Bandung, Indonesia, then a Dutch colony. She was a third-generation colonist; her mother and grandmother had been born there as well.
Femke and her older brother, Erik, enjoyed what seemed a colonial Garden of Eden until the Japanese invaded in 1942...
John Michael Martinez
October 24, 2026
In Loving Memory of John Michael Martinez
July 20, 1950 - October 24, 2026
"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith."
- 2 Timothy 4:7
John Michael Martinez was born on July 20, 1950, to John B. Martinez and Vita Avila. He was a beloved son, brother, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend whose life touched...
Luvina Joy McGuire
October 23, 2026
Luvina Joy McGuire, aged 90, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully from natural causes on October 23, 2026. Born on June 25, 1936, on a ranch in southern New Mexico, Luvina dedicated her life to serving others, leaving a lasting impact on all who knew her.Luvina will be remembered for her deep love of the Lord and her unwavering...
Glenn Beard
October 22, 2026
Glenn Allen Beard, 57, died October 22, 2026. He is survived by his children, Garrett and Carly Beard and Clayton Carey; his life partner, Ferris Simmons; his parents, Sam and Edwina Beard; his sister, Meredith Calhoun and her husband Trevor; his nieces, Ellie and LeeLee Calhoun; and a host of friends and colleagues.
Born and raised in Albuquerque, Glenn graduated near...
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