RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
Frederick White
Mar 18, 2026
We are saddened to share that Frederick White has passed away on March 18, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
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.
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,...
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...
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.
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...
Dora Wyler Torrez
Mar 12, 2026
Dora Wyler Torrez, 88, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was born and raised in the Martinez Town neighborhood of Albuquerque, a place she proudly called home throughout her life.
Dora was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose love for her family was the center of her life. She was the beloved mother of...
Paul Thomas Donaldson
Mar 12, 2026
Paul Donaldson, 67, a resident of Rio Rancho, died March 12th after a recent illness. Paul was born October 5th, 1958 in Mobile, Alabama and was preceded in death by his parents, James Melvin Sr. and Jean Marie Donaldson, his infant sister, Denise, and his first partner, Kevin Mills. Paul is survived by his husband, Keith Coffee, sisters Jamie McClure...
Clayton Mitchell Simmons
Mar 12, 2026
Cdr. (Retired) Clayton Mitchell Simmons, 97, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully in his sleep on March 12, 2026. Born on February 14, 1929, in Orleans, Nebraska, he was the beloved son of Harold and Grace Simmons (both deceased). He was also preceded in death by his brother, Richard, and his stepmother, Gladys, both of whom he remembered with...
Joseph Demijohn
Mar 12, 2026
We are saddened to share that Joseph Demijohn has passed away on March 12, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Donna Lee Fuller
Mar 11, 2026
In Loving memory of Donna L. Fuller, 87, who passed away peacefully on March 11, 2026. Donna was born March 23, 1938, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where she married and raised her family.
Donna was a strong Christian woman, warm hearted and home loving.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Clyde and Mary Miller; her husband, Don V. Fuller; sisters,...
Yolanda Jane Griego
Mar 11, 2026
Yolanda Jane Griego was born in Belen, New Mexico in 1952. She received her BS in Early Childhood Education from the University of New Mexico while putting herself through school, working in administration at the UNM Medical School. She would go on to work for many years as a kindergarten teacher and substitute teacher throughout the Albuquerque area. She was...
Ernest Olivas Chavez
Mar 11, 2026
Ernest Olivas Chavez, born on April 25, 1925, in Santa Rosa, NM, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2026, at the age of 100. Ernest was a beloved husband, father, grandfather of five, great-grandfather of seven and a great-great grandfather of nine, and a friend to many.
We were blessed to have him around through five generations. He is survived...
Joseph Francis "Joe" Neas
Mar 11, 2026
Joseph Francis "Joe" Neas, 71, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Joe was born in Columbus, Ohio, to Miriam and Frank Neas. He spent much of his life working in construction and owned his own business for many years. Joe was known for helping those in need, often stepping in to lend his skills and support...
Flavius Chircu
Mar 10, 2026
We are saddened to share that Flavius Chircu has passed away on March 10, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A private service will be held on Thursday morning, March 19, 2026.
A full obituary will be posted once available.
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