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...
Kristie Pearson
September 10, 2026
We are saddened by the passing of Kristie Pearson. Kristie passed away on September 10, 2026, at the age of 74. A full obituary will be provided once arrangements are finalized.
Ella Louise Boggess
September 9, 2026
We are saddened to share that Ella Boggess has passed away on September 9, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Samuel R. Williams
September 9, 2026
Samuel R. Williams, 96, of Albuquerque, passed away on Wednesday, September 9, 2026. A full obituary will be added once arrangements are finalized
Albert Florence
September 7, 2026
Albert Florence, age 82, passed away on September 7, 2026. He was born August 28, 1944 in Las Vegas, NM to Rita and Manuel Florence. He is preceded in death by his son, David; parents Manuel and Rita Florence; sister Louise Harris; brother John Florence; and sister Viola Espinosa. He is survived by his wife Susan; son Brian; brother Edward...
Ronald Paul Tybor
September 6, 2026
RONALD PAUL TYBOR
BORN AUGUST 8th, 1937 in Houston, Texas
DIED SEPTEMBER 6th, 2026 in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Married Sandra K. Firestone on AUGUST 17th, 1963. 63 years happily together.
Ron is survived by his beautiful wife, Sandra (Firestone), despite that she attended Ohio State for a while. He is thankful to this lady. A precious GIFT- He believes she received sainthood within a...
George David (Dave) Wertz, Jr.
September 5, 2026
Dave passed away on Saturday September 5, 2026. He was 74 years old. He was born May 26, 1952, to George D. Wertz Sr. and Nanette Hood Wertz in Larkspur California. He attended St. Albert the Great and graduated from Palo Alto High School in 1970 where he was captain of the basketball and baseball teams. He received a basketball...
Tausha Yvette Constancia
September 3, 2026
Tausha Constancia, 54, of Albuquerque NM, raised in Chilili NM, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2026, After a courageous two and a half year journey with cancer, surrounded by her loving Family. Tausha refused to let cancer define who she was. She faced every treatment with remarkable bravery and her signature sense of humor.Tausha dedicated her life to her family...
Colleen Ann Lopez
September 3, 2026
Our aunt, Colleen Ann Lopez, was born in Stockton, IL on August 31, 1934. She spent 20 years as a Dominican nun serving in California and New Mexico. Her life changed course when she met Father Patrick Lopez - the love of her life. Theirs was a true love story blessed by God. They were together for almost 20 years...
Patricia "Pat" Joy House
September 3, 2026
On September 3, 2026, Patricia Joy Snyder House entered into her eternal reward with her daughter-in-law, Elena House and her caregivers of LaVida Llena by her side. Pat was born on July 31,1927 in Elkland, PA to Clark W. and Ruby Snyder. Pat was the mother of three children, Mark House, Douglas House, and Barbara Lawless, all three having predeceased...
Irma Esther Winn
September 2, 2026
In Loving Memory of Irma Winn (Kimmerle)
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear matriarch, Irma Winn (Kimmerle), whom we affectionately called "Sug."
We were blessed to celebrate Sug's 100th birthday on June 8, 2026, surrounded by many out-of-state relatives and dear friends who traveled to honor this momentous occasion. It was a beautiful celebration of...
Alicia Mae DeHerrera
September 2, 2026
Alicia DeHerrera, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, peacefully departed this world on September 2, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and cherished memories.
Alicia was born on August 21, 1958, in the town of Woodstock, Virginia, where she began a journey that would touch countless lives with her genuine warmth and compassion.
In October 1977, Alicia married the love...
Charlotte Ruth Moritomo
September 2, 2026
Charlotte, a cherished matriarch and beloved member of her community, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2026, surrounded by her six children. Born on May 12, 1934, in Fremont, Nebraska, Charlotte was the daughter of Delbert E. Jones and Opal
L. (Crowe) Jones. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband James Moritomo, sister Dorothy Hansen, brother Clinton Jones, and...
George Ira McLellan Jr.
September 2, 2026
George Ira McLellan Jr., born on August 7, 1940, in Chicago, Illinois, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, at the age of 86. He will be lovingly remembered as a devoted father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.George earned a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering and finished his professional career at Sandia National Laboratories. His passion for life...
Fred Lopez
September 2, 2026
Federico "Fred" Lopez, 84, of Socorro, New Mexico, passed away peacefully in his home in Albuquerque, surrounded by his family on September 2, 2026.
Fred was born in Socorro, New Mexico, on September 29, 1941 to Damacio Lopez and Adelina Apodaca. After graduating from Socorro High School, he moved to Albuquerque to attend Draughon's Business College and worked at ACF Industries.
On...
Guadalupe "Lupe" G. Salazar
September 2, 2026
Guadalupe (Lupe) Salazar, age 93, was called home to be with the Lord on Wednesday morning. September 2, 2026.
Lupe was born on January 26, 1933 to Andres Garcia and Anita (Griego) Garcia. She was the eldest of 6 sisters.
Lupe was a lifelong resident of Carnuel, New Mexico.
Lupe was proceeded in death by her husband of 56 years, Antonio J. Salazar,...
Alan F. Shultz
September 1, 2026
Alan F. Shultz, CPNP, BS, BSN, MSEd, dedicated Children's advocate passed away Tuesday, Sep 1, 2026, at the age of 82. Known for his kindness, care, and sense of humor, he enjoyed fishing, classical music-both as a listener and a player of the French horn - loved animals, and donated many of his retirement hours to an animal shelter. His working career...
Toni Kaye McWatters
August 31, 2026
Toni Kaye McWatters, age 55, passed away on August 31, 2026, at Lovelace Medical Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Toni grew up near Canton, Ohio, and was a proud graduate of Perry High School in Massillon, Ohio. Blessed with an adventurous spirit, she lived in several locations throughout the country and spent a number of memorable years living in Puerto Rico....
Kathleen Ann Awe
August 31, 2026
Kathleen (McRoberts) Awe, age 76, our family's rock, passed away peacefully August 31, 2026, at Presbyterian Kaseman Hospice in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Kathy was known for her love of life, family & friends, and her passion for animals. As the oldest of 5 children, she was born February 11, 1950, in Baltimore, Maryland to James and Ernestine McRoberts. The family...
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