Obituaries

RECENT OBITUARIES

LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.

Kathleen Mary Benson

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

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

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

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

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

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...

James Isaac Gonzales

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...

Theresa Angela Domenici Menicucci

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

Sarah Faris

Jul 17, 2026

We are saddened to share that Sarah Faris has passed away on July 17, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.

Cleo Junior Powell

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...

Gloria Louise Chavez

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

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,...

Tamarah Bernadette Martinez

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

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

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

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.

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...

Harvey Mac Donald Love Jr

Harvey Mac Donald Love Jr

Jul 13, 2026

Harvey Mac Donald Love, Jr., known to all as "Don" passed away on July 13, 2026 in Albuquerque at the age of 91. He was born on March 23, 1935 in El Paso, TX. He grew up in Anton, TX and worked on his family farm throughout his youth. After high school he served in the U.S. Army and attended...

Jon Richard Peterson

Jon Richard Peterson

Jul 12, 2026

Jon Richard Peterson was born in 1931 in Jamestown, New York, to Doris M. and Harold C. Peterson. He graduated from Jamestown High School in 1948 and went on to study at Jamestown Community College for two years, laying the foundation for a life filled with curiosity and achievement.

In 1951, Jon enlisted in the United States Army, where he completed...

Linda Elaine Warner

Linda Elaine Warner

Jul 11, 2026

Linda Elaine (Samples) Warner, 86, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Linda was preceded in death by her husband, William R. Warner; her parents, Robert Samples and Mary Gordon; and her brother, Gary Samples.

She leaves behind a family who loved her: her daughters, Michelle Kellogg, Lisa Amick, and Terri Hebdon; her cherished sons-in-law,...