RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
Kathleen Mary Benson
June 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...
Shannon D. Roberts
July 26, 2026
We are saddened to share that Shannon Roberts has passed away on July 26, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Evangeline (Vangie) Varela Jett
July 22, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Evangeline (Vangie) Varela Jett, who peacefully passed away on July 22, 2026, after a tragic fall. She was 86 years old. She was born and raised in Albuquerque and was educated at St. Mary's Catholic School.
Vangie was a devoted Catholic whose faith guided her throughout her life. She graduated...
Joyce Epperson
July 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
July 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.
Marcia Helene Smith
July 21, 2026
Marcia Helene Smith, born on July 20, 1946, in Rock Rapids, Iowa, and a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2026. A beloved mother, sister, and friend, Marcia's warmth and compassion touched the lives of those around her. She is survived by her devoted daughter, Candice Moreno, and son-in-law, Gabriel Moreno, along with her sisters,...
Robert David Romero
July 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,...
Doris Jean Bofman
July 20, 2026
Doris Jean Bofman, known affectionately as Jean or "Grannie," passed away peacefully in Goodyear, Arizona, on July 20, 2026, at 10:22 PM. She was Eighty-Eight years old.
Born and raised in the scenic town of Del Norte, Colorado, Jean's life was defined by her devout faith and pure devotion to family, and she was known as an outgoing, vibrant woman....
Donald Edward Pichler
July 20, 2026
Dr. Donald Edward Pichler, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and dedicated physician, passed away on July 20, 2026 at the age of 86. His journey, beginning on February 8, 1940 in New York, NY, led him through two separate military branches, multiple graduate degrees, countless achievements, and the opening of a primary care office that still thrives today. He...
Karen Hammer
July 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...
Norma Lucero Bindel
July 19, 2026
In Loving Memory of Norma Lucero BindelIt is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved, Norma Lucero Bindel. She was the eldest child of Herbert and Penny Bindel, part of a large family of 14 siblings. Norma was a steadfast rock for our family, embodying strength and grace throughout her life.A devoted follower of Jesus Christ,...
James Isaac Gonzales
July 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...
Gary Pat Manford
July 18, 2026
Gary Pat Manford, 78, fiercely independent rancher, wickedly funny lifelong learner, devoted dog lover, and dedicated student of the land, history, and art of the American West, passed away on July 18, 2026, after a long struggle with Parkinson's disease.
Born May 16, 1948, Gary grew up in Smiley, Texas. He attended Southwestern University in Georgetown, where he was an enthusiastic...
Theresa Angela Domenici Menicucci
July 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
July 17, 2026
Sarah Bullock Faris, born July 4th, 1933, Oxford, North Carolina, died July 17th, 2026, Albuquerque, NM. She was preceded by her husband of 66 years, the Rev. Kent Faris. Sarah was a retired Southern Baptist Home and Foreign Missionary serving in New Mexico and Brazil for over 35 years.
Sarah is survived by her three children, their spouses, six grandchildren, and...
Joseph Thomas Szczepanski
July 16, 2026
Inseparable for 46 years, Christine "Chris" (née Cawley) Szczepanski and Joseph "Joe" Thomas Szczepanski departed the world just ten days apart: July 6 and July 16, 2026, respectively. They leave their five children and in-laws- Jill Utaga, Stephanie Simpson, Christa Peckham, Noel and Jaci Szczepanski, and Andrew and Lily Szczepanski- with one final admonishment: "Behave!"
Chris was born September 23, 1953,...
Cleo Junior Powell
July 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 wife of 46 years Patricia Milton Powell...
Gloria Louise Chavez
July 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.
Rita Ann Giomi
July 15, 2026
Rita Ann Giomi (12-13-1952 to 7-15-2026) was born and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was a well-recognized Seattle director with 35 years of professional experience in the Northwest theater community.
Rita came to the theater somewhat by accident: as a teenager, her reasoning mind led her to high school debate and interpretive reading, in which she became a New...
Edward Richard Fisher
July 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,...
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