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...
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
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...
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...
Shirley Karen Tanzola
August 31, 2026
Shirley Karen Tanzola Resident of Albuquerque , NM Passed away Peacefully on August 31, 2026 from her battle with Frontal Temporal Dementia and her Physical Disabilities.
Shirley was Born in Rockwell, Iowa February 27, 1940 and Raised in Mason City, Iowa. Then came to Albuquerque in 1959 with her Sister Mary Lou.
She was Preceded in Death by Husband James Roger Tanzola,...
Janet Diane Webb
August 31, 2026
Janet Diane Webb passed away peacefully on Aug 31, 2026. She was born and raised in Arthur, IL with her 2 brothers & 1 sister. Her father was a welder and her mother was a nurse's aide. Janet married Emery Edward Prather & had 5 children, moving to New Mexico in 1981 when Emery was stationed at Kirtland AFB. After...
Esther Montoya Ward
August 30, 2026
We are saddened by the passing of Esther Montoya Ward. Esther passed away on August 30, 2026. A full obituary will be provided at a later date.
A funeral service will be held on September 24, 2026 - Montgomery Church of Christ at 10:00am with a graveside to follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery.
David Byron Rico
August 29, 2026
David B. Rico, 88 was born in Torreón, Sandoval County, New Mexico. Wolfstand Area of Naneelzhiin Community which is in the far Eastern Region of the Navajo Nation. David prefered to be called DAVE by family and friends.
His parents are Mr. Luciano Rico of Ojo Encino, NM and Ida Mae Toledo Jack of Torreón, NM. His maternal grandparents are Mr...
Robert William Satriana
August 29, 2026
Robert Satriana of Bernalillo, New Mexico, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 29, 2026.
Robert was preceded in death by his parents, William and Dorothy Satriana; his parents-in-law, Clarence and Bertha Lucero; and his brother, Jack Satriana.
He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Clara, with whom he shared a beautiful life and...
Constance "Connie" Sotel Ryan
August 29, 2026
Constance S. "Connie" Ryan, a longtime resident of New Mexico, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, August 29, 2026, just a few weeks shy of her 94th birthday.
Though born in California, Connie was raised in New Mexico and spent most of her life in Albuquerque. New Mexico was always home. Her grandparents immigrated from Lebanon in the late 1800s...
Mercedes Lleras Lorenzen
August 29, 2026
Mercedes Lleras Lorenzen, 89, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, died peacefully on August 29, 2026. She was born in Colombia, South America, and lived a life marked by devotion to family and friends, a love of learning, creativity, and an abiding desire to encourage others.
Mercedes married Bernhardt Lorenzen in Bogotá, Colombia, on March 28, 1953. Together they moved to the United...
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