Obituaries

RECENT OBITUARIES

LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.

Rosalie Droemer

Rosalie Droemer

Feb 1, 2026

We are saddened to share that Rosalie Droemer has passed away on February 1, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.

Linda Kinane

Linda Kinane

Jan 29, 2026

We are saddened to share that Linda Kinane has passed away on January 29, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.

Robert Clevenger

Robert Clevenger

Jan 29, 2026

We are saddened to share that Robert Clevenger has passed away on January 29, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.

Gloria Jean Thurman

Gloria Jean Thurman

Jan 28, 2026

We are saddened to share that Gloria Thurman has passed away on January 28, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.

Nora Gutierrez

Nora Gutierrez

Jan 28, 2026

We are saddened to share that Nora Gutierrez has passed away on January 28, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.

Amalia "Molly" Martinez

Amalia "Molly" Martinez

Jan 27, 2026

Amalia "Molly" Martinez was born on October 13, 1929, in Ojo Caliente, New Mexico and was called home to be with the Lord on January 27, 2026.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Ambrosio and Maria Donilia Archuleta, loving husband, Lino Martinez, and her beloved grandson, Jerry "JJ" Trejo.

Molly is survived by her children: Lena Martinez; Leora Perez her...

Betty Louise Timmerman

Betty Louise Timmerman

Jan 25, 2026

Elizabeth Louise (Betty) Timmerman, age 92, passed away peacefully on January 25, 2026 in Albuquerque, NM. She was born on February 10, 1933 in Emporia, KS, and moved to Albuquerque, NM with her young family where she built a life centered on family, faith, and giving back. Betty was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and daughter whose life was...

Anna Holcomb Mulkey

Anna Holcomb Mulkey

Jan 25, 2026

We are saddened to share that Anna Mulkey has passed away on January 25, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.

Earl Darwyn Morris

Earl Darwyn Morris

Jan 25, 2026

We are saddened to share that Earl Morris has passed away on January 25, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.

Nancy Hoff

Nancy Hoff

Jan 25, 2026

We are saddened to share that Nancy Hoff has passed away on January 25, 2026. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.

Bhavna Vaidya

Bhavna Vaidya

Jan 24, 2026

Bhavna Vaidya, 57. Our beloved Wife, and Mother passed away on January 24, 2026. Memorial Service and Visitation will be held at 1:30 pm on Saturday, January 31, 2026 at French Funerals 10500 Lomas Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM.

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Linda Ruth Brooks

Linda Ruth Brooks

Jan 24, 2026

Linda R. (Wolfe) Brooks passed away January 24, 2026 at the age of 82 in her home in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Born May 26, 1943, in Perry, Kansas to Leland and Eunice (Cowan) Wolfe. Linda was the mother of four sons, Frank (Dale) Hubbell, Bill Hubbell, Chris (LeAnn) Hubbell, and Rob (Shannon) Hubbell; and one stepdaughter, Cari Brooks-Allen. She is...

Jack Joseph Swift

Jack Joseph Swift

Jan 23, 2026

Jack Joseph Swift was 85 years old when he went to be with Jesus on January 23, 2026. He resided in Rio Rancho, NM for the last 23 years, and was born on April 21, 1940, to parents, Benjamin and Lillian, in Chicago, Illinois.

He is survived by his loving wife, Linda, her four children, and four granddaughters; his daughter, Susan...

Elizabeth Ann Duran

Elizabeth Ann Duran

Jan 23, 2026

Elizabeth (Liz) Duran, born on March 30, 1947, in Albuquerque, peacefully began her eternal journey on January 23, 2026 after a long illness of heart disease and pulmonary hypertension. Liz was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, niece, aunt, and sister-in-law. She lived a simple and quiet life with her husband, Joe and family. Liz enjoyed gardening and attending to...

Karl Alan Nelson

Karl Alan Nelson

Jan 22, 2026

Karl Alan Nelson passed away peacefully at his home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, on Thursday, January 22. He was born on July 15, 1962, in Los Angeles, California, to Betty and Richard Nelson, and was the oldest of five boys-a role he carried with strength, humor, and a big heart.

His family later moved to Las Cruces, where he formed friendships...

Kenneth Robert Ashby

Kenneth Robert Ashby

Jan 21, 2026

Ken Ashby passed away quietly on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, after a sudden accident. He was surrounded by his life partner Judy Bentley, sister Arlinda Hansen and brother John Ashby.

Ken was an avid music lover and had several music rooms at his house and at his partner Judy's house. He attended many audio shows and made friends around...

Wilbur Dean Walters

Wilbur Dean Walters

Jan 21, 2026

Wilbur Dean Walters, Passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, February 20, 2026, 10:00 a.m. at Del Norte Baptist Church, 5800 Montgomery Blvd NE, 87109.

Gerald E. (Gerry) Trumper

Gerald E. (Gerry) Trumper

Jan 20, 2026

The world became less bright on January 20th, 2026, with the passing of Gerald E. Trumper (Gerry) at the age of 49. He was born in Las Vegas, Nevada on June 25th, 1976, beloved son of Teresa Trumper and Donald Trumper, Jr.

Gerry was a devoted loving father, a warm and supportive brother, an extraordinary uncle, and a loyal friend to...

Glenda Faye Newman

Glenda Faye Newman

Jan 20, 2026

Glenda Faye Newman, 74 of Albuquerque passed away Tuesday January 20, 2026 surrounded by family holding her hand. Glenda loved dancing, especially in the rain. She adored her grandchildren dearly.

She was preceded in death by her daughter Lesley in 2006. She is survived by her son Kevin Nix and his wife Laura. Grandchildren Paige Nix(Armando), Cameron Nix and Christopher...

Ed White

Ed White

Jan 20, 2026

Just shy of his 80th birthday, Ed passed. My NorthStar, my rock, my home, my soul mate is gone and I know he is in a better place with no pain and suffering. Ed was born on February 23, 1946 in Farmington, NM. His given name was Ralph Eddie White. He was the son of Earl White and Doris Bullock...