Obituaries

RECENT OBITUARIES

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

Lowell Pearson

Lowell Pearson

Jun 15, 2026

We are saddened to share that Lowell Pearson passed away on June 16, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.

Virginia Irma Fitzgerald

Virginia Irma Fitzgerald

Jun 12, 2026

Virginia Fitzgerald Fitzgerald passed away Friday, June 12, 2026. Virginia was born and raised in Hartford Connecticut. After getting married, she moved to Portland, Ct., and raised her 5 children. She later moved to New Mexico in 2002.Virginia was proud of her Irish, Catholic heritage. She was an active member of St. Mary's in Portland, and St. Bernadette's in Albuquerque....

Drake Pascale Shelton

Drake Pascale Shelton

Jun 11, 2026

It is with immense sadness and disbelief that we announce the passing of Drake Pascale Shelton.

To many, Drake was larger than life.

From the moment he could walk, he was dancing, singing, laughing, performing, and finding ways to bring joy to the people around him. Drake danced on the Cibola High School dance team and, following graduation, coached and choreographed for...

Lorraine Bernice Martinez

Lorraine Bernice Martinez

Jun 10, 2026

Lorraine found joy in the simple beauty of country life, surrounded by her beloved dogs, chickens, and ducks. She had a gentle and loving spirit that touched everyone around her with kindness, warmth, and sweetness. Lorraine was humble and truly special and will be gratefully remembered by all who had the privilege of experiencing her soulful light.

She is preceded in...

Salina Geraldine McBee

Salina Geraldine McBee

Jun 9, 2026

Salina Geraldine "Jerry" McBee, 93, passed away peacefully at her Albuquerque home on the afternoon of June 9, 2026. She was born on January 8, 1933, to Wesley Green Brown and Iva Fay Coleman Brown in the ranching community of Roswell, New Mexico. As the sixth of nine children, Jerry developed a keen sense of resilience early in life, becoming...

Felima Lovato Dominguez

Felima Lovato Dominguez

Jun 8, 2026

Felima Lovato Dominguez August 31, 1924 - June 8, 2026

Teodorita Felima Margarita Lovato Dominguez, age 101, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family.

A proud and faithful native New Mexican, Felima was born in Clayton, New Mexico, and spent her younger years between Mountainair, Bernalillo, and Santa Fe. She lived her final decades in Albuquerque, where she remained...

Elizabeth Mary Malone

Elizabeth Mary Malone

Jun 7, 2026

Elizabeth M. Malone, 72, of Albuquerque, passed away on June 7, 2026, in Rio Rancho, NM. On September 10, 1953, she was born to Ernest P. Malone, Jr., and Virginia Strike Malone in Roswell, New Mexico.

Elizabeth was a graduate of Artesia High School. She attended University of New Mexico where she received a Bachelor of Sciences in Nursing, and over...

Keegan Beckett Thomas

Keegan Beckett Thomas

Jun 7, 2026

With deepest sorrow, we announce Keegan Beckett Thomas, age 24, our treasured and beloved son, brother, family member and friend passed away on Saturday, June 7, 2026.

Beckett is survived by his mother, Lisa Thomas and his father, Greg Thomas; his twin sister, Tierney Piper Thomas; his older brother, Liam Thomas, Liam's fiancée, Jenny McCarthy; and his older sister, Zoe Markus...

Dora Margot Mikles Cox

Dora Margot Mikles Cox

Jun 7, 2026

Dora Cox passed away peacefully at age 82, surrounded by the love of her family. She lived a full life rooted in caring for her loved ones, hard work, good cooking, treasured collections, and the steady attention she brought to the people and things she loved.

Dora was born in Oklahoma near the family farm in Oakwood. She was the daughter...

Donald Clark Conti

Donald Clark Conti

Jun 6, 2026

Donald Clark Conti, 90, was born on August 18, 1935 and called home on June 6, 2026. He is survived by his beloved wife Sandra, his daughter Tess Branch and her husband Doug, Danielle Branch and her son Jaden Branch, Tyler Branch and his wife Michelle, their children Jacob Branch and Madison Branch. Kristen Cook, Kelly Sierra and her husband...

Paul Henry Merritt

Paul Henry Merritt

Jun 6, 2026

Paul Henry Merritt, born on December 31, 1937, in Rochester, New York, gracefully concluded his earthly journey on June 6, 2026, after a courageous battle with dementia, kidney failure, and heart failure. Though his physical presence has departed, his spirit continues to illuminate the lives of all who knew him.

Paul was the cherished son of Russell Seaton Merritt and Irma...

William Eugene Pettit

William Eugene Pettit

Jun 6, 2026

William "Gene" Pettit, 63, loving Spouse, Father, Son, Brother, Father-in-law, and Grandfather, was called to his eternal resting place on June 6, 2026. He entered this world on September 25, 1962 in Albuquerque, NM, born to William and Nancy Pettit, both who preceded him in death. He is survived by his spouse Cynthia Pettit; son Brandon Pettit and his wife...

Stephen Ernest Amond

Stephen Ernest Amond

Jun 5, 2026

A loved husband, father, brother, uncle and son, Stephen Ernest Amond, age 73, passed away peacefully on June 5th, 2026.

Stephen was born on December 28, 1952 in Norway, Michigan, and raised in Michigan by parents Ernest and Lily Amond. Stephen graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Superior College, earning a Bachelor's of Science degree and then a Master's degree in Therapy...

Anthony Alfonso Duran

Anthony Alfonso Duran

Jun 5, 2026

In Loving Memory of Anthony Alfonso Duran

Anthony Alfonso Duran, 64, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2026, at Rust Medical Center in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, surrounded by the love of his family.

Anthony was born on November 10, 1961, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Eugene and Angie Duran, who preceded him in death. He was also...

Charles Raymond Rudolph

Charles Raymond Rudolph

Jun 5, 2026

Charles "Charlie" Rudolph passed away peacefully on June 5, 2026, at the age of 84. Born on October 4, 1941, in Las Vegas, New Mexico, Charlie was the third of eight children.

He graduated from Immaculate Conception High School in 1959 and earned a bachelor's degree in political science from New Mexico Highlands University in 1963. After graduation, Charlie moved to...

Sunny Romero

Sunny Romero

Jun 5, 2026

Our beloved Sunny Romero, 52, of Albuquerque, passed away on June 6, 2026 at his home. He was born on July 15, 1973 to Ronald and Tillie Romero in Albuquerque.

Sunny was a graduate of Rio Grande High School. He was a bartender/mixologist and later enjoyed making sculpture art and drawing. Sunny was a soulful, kindhearted and loving person who was...

Priscilla MacDonald

Priscilla MacDonald

Jun 4, 2026

We are saddened to share that Priscilla MacDonald passed away on June 4, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.

Tim Fuller

Tim Fuller

Jun 3, 2026

Timothy Fuller, age 68, a kind, devoted husband, father, and son, passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. Tim was known for his love "for my wife, my family, God, and the great outdoors. My long career at Honeywell, and my service to charities and others."He was the Vice President of the Albuquerque Coin Club, a member of Cross of...

Royale Jareno

Royale Jareno

Jun 3, 2026

We are saddened to share that Royale Jareno passed away on June 3, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.

Michael Bentley

Michael Bentley

Jun 3, 2026

We are saddened to share that Michael Bentley passed away on June 3, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.