RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
Margaret Anne Monte
Mar 21, 2026
Margaret C. Monte passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 21st, surrounded by the love of the family she cherished so deeply. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend whose kindness and warmth touched all who knew her.
Margaret was the loving mother of five children: Eileen Monte, Ann Banek, Jeff Monte, Dan Monte, and Katy Slota. Her greatest...
Pete J. Romero
Mar 20, 2026
Pete J. Romero, 85, passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Friday March 20, 2026. Pete was born on October 25, 1940, to Cipriano and Eutimia Romero in Jaconita, NM.
Pete was preceded in death by his parents; sisters Ramoncita and Loyola Romero, Dianna Gonzales, Belinda Lopez, and brother Horacio Romero; his in-laws Ersilia Romero and Billy James...
Judy Lynn Duran
Mar 20, 2026
Judy L. Duran, born on November 25, 1951, in Kansas, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 20, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She will be deeply missed by her family and all who knew her. Judy was a devoted mother to her daughter, Jennifer Padilla, and son, Shaun Duran. Her love shone brightly for her grandchildren, Aaron and Zachary Padilla,...
Frederick Alexander White
Mar 18, 2026
Frederick Alexander White passed away on March 18, 2026 at 66 years old.
Born on August 10, 1959, Fred lived a life defined by hard work, resilience, and a deep commitment to the people he loved. He was a businessman and entrepreneur, building his own path through ventures in jewelry and furniture rentals.
Fred was known for his toughness, his sharp sense...
Maria Del Pilar Gallegos
Mar 17, 2026
Maria "Mary" Del Pilar Gallegos, the daughter of Jacobo and Ascencion Velarde, she was born and raised in Velarde, New Mexico. She grew up picking apples, cherries, apricots, and pears with her three sisters and three brothers on her father's orchard. She remembers, as a young girl, shining apples and bringing them up to the highway to sell. In her...
Howard McCreary III
Mar 17, 2026
We are saddened to share that Howard McCreary III has passed away on March 17, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Karl Kirby Rosazza
Mar 16, 2026
Karl Kirby Rosazza was born September 22, 1940, in Hopewell, Virginia to Gratto (Jack) Rosazza and Dorothy Kirby. Karl passed away on March 16, 2026. He graduated from Staunton Military Academy in 1959 and enlisted in the US Army in 1960. After his military service had been completed, he moved from Hopewell, Virginia to Albuquerque, New Mexico to begin a...
Joseph Aaron Salazar
Mar 16, 2026
The family of Joseph Aaron Salazar, age 26, regretfully announced that he passed away on March 16, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unforgettable kindness. Born on July 18, 1999, Joseph lived life fully and fearlessly, embracing every moment with a contagious joy that touched everyone around him. From the very beginning, Joseph was a blessing beyond...
Angie Ines Mendez
Mar 16, 2026
Angie Ines Mendez, 102, of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away peacefully on March 16, 2026.
She was born to Federico and Epimenia (nee Montoya) Martinez in Chimayo, New Mexico on January 17, 1924.
She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband Alfredo Mendez; son Paul Mendez; three sisters and two brothers.
She is survived by her daughters Lucy (Don) Martinez, and...
Manuel Ernie Gonzales
Mar 16, 2026
Manuel Gonzales, 79, loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather, nephew, uncle, and friend, passed away Monday, March 16, 2026. Manuel was truly the rock of his family, and while he was known for being an avid Harley enthusiast and a devoted Raider fan, he was perhaps best known for his love of cold cuts. As a passionate car guy and...
William Bruce Franks
Mar 16, 2026
William "Bruce" Franks, age 73, of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away on March 16, 2026 surrounded by loved ones. He fought a long courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Ft. Sumner, New Mexico to William and Charlene Franks. He had a wonderful childhood filled with riding bikes, playing sports, building forts, and playing with his cousins and friends....
Marilyn Giannini Lovato
Mar 16, 2026
We are saddened to share that Marilyn Lovato has passed away on March 16, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Barbara Ann Wade
Mar 15, 2026
Barbara Ann Wade, 84, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Barbara was born on September 25, 1941, in Tucson, Arizona, to Robert and Mary Jones. From an early age, she lived a life rooted in faith, kindness, and devotion to others. She was known for her gentle spirit, warm...
Lloyd Spotted Wolf Sr
Mar 15, 2026
Obituary for Lloyd Spotted Wolf, Sr.
Lloyd Spotted Wolf, Sr. (Maaro'gash: Elk) passed away peacefully on March 15, 2026 in Albuquerque, NM. Lloyd was a beloved Father, Brother, Uncle, Grampa, Great-Grandfather, and Husband. He was 84.
Born in Elbowoods, ND in 1941, Lloyd lived a full and honorable life. A loyal Hidatsa tribal member (Prairie Chicken Clan), he always loved his people...
Mathew Joseph Roach
Mar 14, 2026
Mathew J. Roach, age 88, passed away on March 14, 2026, in Bayfield, Colorado. He was born on August 9, 1937, in McCamey, Texas, the youngest of five children. Mathew and Peggy Rhoden were married on October 13, 1956, in Amarillo, Texas. Shortly thereafter, they moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico, where Matt began a nearly 50-year career at Sandia National...
Patricia Schuessler
Mar 14, 2026
Patricia Schuessler, 93, passed away on March 14, 2026. She was born on February 17, 1933 in Boston Massachusetts. She is survived by her two loving children. Patricia will be greatly missed by those who knew her.
Ronald Crater Jones
Mar 13, 2026
Dr. Ron Jones
May 13, 1937 - March 13, 2026
It is with great sorrow we mourn the passing of Dr. Ronald "Ron" Crater Jones, 88, following complications of a fall. He was surrounded by family in his final moments.
Born in Albuquerque, New Mexico in 1937 to Thomas and Maureen (née Crater), Jones was a 1955 graduate of Highland High School. It...
Judith Casey Mares
Mar 13, 2026
Judith "Judy" Ann Casey Mares
Judith "Judy" Ann Casey Mares passed away peacefully on Friday, March 13, leaving behind a life filled with love, family, and lasting friendships. She will be remembered for her kind heart, her honesty, and the many relationships she nurtured throughout her life.
Judy was born in Russell, Kansas. She spent her early years in Hoisington and Chase,...
Ron
Mar 13, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved friend and family member, Ron Keyworth, Jr., Age 75.
Ron passed away peacefully on March 13, 2026 in Albuquerque, New Mexico at the age of 75. Born on December 23, 1950 in Portales, New Mexico, Ron lived a life marked by service, dedication, and love for his family...
Richard Henry Dickhaut
Mar 12, 2026
Richard H. Dickhaut, 91, passed away March 12, 2026, in Albuquerque, NM after a brief illness. He was born November 30,1934 in Boston, MA to Viola M Morgan Dickhaut and Paul G Dickhaut and grew up in Waltham, MA. He was very involved as a youth from boy scouts to summer lifeguard, chess clubs, and library page.
Dickhaut graduated in...



