Obituaries

RECENT OBITUARIES

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

Margaret Anne Monte

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...