RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
Grace (Maestas) Giron
Aug 25, 2022
Grace Giron, 70, life long resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away on Thursday, August 25, 2022. In death Grace was reunited with her parents; Elfigo and Lucy Maestas; in-laws, Florian and Stella Giron; sister, Jessica Maestas; brothers-in-law, Rick Garner and Karl Giron; sister-in-law, Jeanette Garcia; and great-niece, Samantha Jewel. Grace is survived in death by her husband, Pat...
Michael Darl Carlson
Aug 25, 2022
Michael (Mike) Darl Carlson, age 74, passed away in Albuquerque, NM, on Thursday, August 25, 2022. He served as a Naval Medical Corpsman during the Vietnam War and went on to retire from the Texas Army National Guard. He is preceded in death by his wife, Heidi Marie Carlson. He is survived by his son, Christopher Carlson,...
Kathleen Frances McKenna
Aug 25, 2022
Kathleen Frances McKenna, 82, an Albuquerque resident, was surrounded by loved ones when she was called home to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 25, 2022. Kathleen is survived by her daughter, Donna Ruiz (Alex) of San Antonio, TX; her son John, McKenna; and her daughter, Karen Asher (Ryan) of Albuquerque, NM. She is also survived by...
Bernie "Pido" Saavedra
Aug 25, 2022
Bernie "Pido" Saavedra Bernie Saavedra, age 79, passed away at his home on Thursday, August 25, 2022, after a short illness. Bernie was a retiree of the Albuquerque Fire Department and was also a homebuilder who built several custom homes for him and his wife, Virginia, including for each of his daughters. Bernie loved boating, fishing, camping, and going...
Dwayne Edward Lucero
Aug 25, 2022
Dwayne Edward Lucero, 37, beloved husband, father, brother, son and uncle, went home to the Lord on Thursday, August 25, 2022. He entered this world on Thursday, February 7, 1985, in Las Cruces, New Mexico. He is survived by his daughter, Alina Lucero; stepchildren, Alyssa, Lorena, and Aj Ramirez; spouse, Stephanie Lucero; father, Edward Fernando Lucero; mother, Evelina Zuni...
Christine (Sienko) Rabi
Aug 25, 2022
Chris Rabi, age 74, a longtime Albuquerque resident died at home on August 25, 2022, after a short illness. She was preceded in death by her husband, Steve Rabi. Chris retired from the Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM), where she worked for many years and made lifelong friends. She and her husband were members of...
Thomas James McTigue
Aug 24, 2022
Thomas James McTigue, 93, a devout Catholic, long-time member of Holy Ghost Catholic Church, Albuquerque businessman, and proud father to 5 sons, passed away Wednesday, August 24, 2022. He entered this world Wednesday, May 8, 1929 in Blue Island, IL, born to Thomas and Mary McTigue. He loved to travel and learn about new places. He visited several countries...
Ira Jay Rimson
Aug 24, 2022
Ira Rimson of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away on Aug 24, 2022. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.
Ira Jay Rimson
Aug 24, 2022
Ira Rimson, age 87, died on Wednesday, August 24, 2022. He is survived by his family Erika Rimson & David Bernstein, Elena & Steve Mullican, Lorraine Rimson & Gwen Mathewson, Eli Bernstein, Max Bernstein, Shelby & Elijah Fleming, and Emily Mullican. Ira was predeceased by his wife Arlene and his parents Goldie & Oscar Rimson.
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Christian Josiah Candelaria
Aug 24, 2022
Christian Josiah Candelaria born December 1, 2004, died tragically on Wednesday, August 24, 2022, at the very young age of 17. Christian is survived by his mother, Sarah Candelaria, and stepfather, David Trujillo; four brothers: Donivin Candelaria-Mendoza, Noah Trujillo, Damien and Marcus Mendoza; maternal grandparents, Vince and Dawn Candelaria; maternal great-grandparents, Wally and Judy Iverson, and Gabriel and Peggy...
Delma Alice Montoya
Aug 24, 2022
Delma A. Montoya passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, August 24, 2022, surrounded by her loving family.
Delma was born in Las Vegas, New Mexico, on Monday, October 21, 1940, to Angelica and Jose Ignacio Montoya. She was preceded in death by her brother, Nash Montoya; and sister-in-law, Kathy Montoya. She is survived by her...
Linda Lee (Kelly) Goff
Aug 23, 2022
Linda L. Goff went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, August 23, 2022, as a result of complications from Rheumatoid Arthritis. She was born at March Field AFB, California on September 25, 1947. She was preceded in death by her parents, Walton, and Addie Kelly; her older sister, Joanne Swearengin; and her brother Steve Kelly. She...
Denzil Reed Rogers
Aug 23, 2022
Denzil Reed Rogers, age 95, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 23, 2022, at his home in Albuquerque, New Mexico. His family and his faith in Jesus Christ were the two things he treasured most in his life. Denzil was born on October 2, 1926, in Morgan, Utah. He was the third child of seven born to...
Albert Norris Ballard
Aug 23, 2022
Albert "Al" Norris Ballard, 93, resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 23, 2022. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 70 years, Joan; son, Mark Ballard; parents, Albert, and Leila Ballard; sister, Ruth Helen Johnson; and brothers, Red and Howard Ballard. Al is survived by his daughter, Marsha Rivera and husband,...
Mary Louise (Lamb) Aragon
Aug 22, 2022
Mary "Lou" Aragon died on Thursday, August 22, 2022, just a few weeks shy of her 95th birthday. She endured many losses in her life, including dementia, but continued to have a positive outlook and a beautiful smile until it became clear to us she was ready to go. She is survived by her daughter, Denise and son-in-law, Michael;...
Patrick Michael Butler
Aug 22, 2022
Patrick (Pat) passed away suddenly on August 22, 2022, in Albuquerque, NM at the age of 68. He was born in Espanola, NM on August 3, 1954, to T.J. Butler Jr. and Lillian B. Butler. He is preceded in death by his parents, his sister Karen Jo Brown and brother R.L. Butler. He is survived by his...
Carol Bowman
Aug 21, 2022
Carol Ann J. Bowman, age 78 of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 21, 2022. She was born on January 3,1944 in Waxahachie, TX to John B and Ann Jenkins and was raised for the majority of her childhood in Corsicana, TX before moving to Dallas, TX at 13 years old with her family and then...
Albert Anderson
Aug 21, 2022
Albert Anderson, 77, beloved father and grandfather, was called to his Eternal resting place on Sunday, August 21, 2022. He was born on Sunday, October 29, 1944, in Albuquerque, NM, to Joe Anderson and Emma Atencio. He is survived by his spouse, Nancy Anderson; son, Eric and wife, Mayra; step-granddaughter, Alina; granddaughter, Emma; brother, Frank; brother-in-law, Mark Ogas; sisters-in-law,...
Judith Mori (Witkoff) Sussman
Aug 21, 2022
Judith Sussman was born in Brooklyn, New York on September 21, 1935, and passed away on August 21, 2022, at the age of 86. Although her uncanny humor and spirit will be deeply missed, we know she is with her devoted husband Arthur Sussman. Judith was a proud resident of Albuquerque for over 50 years building beautiful...
David Lee Baca
Aug 20, 2022
David Lee Baca, 76, a dedicated husband, father and devout Catholic passed away on August 20, 2022. David was known for his quiet demeanor and tireless work ethic. In his free time, he loved to draw, watch his favorite Western shows and movies, and read Catholic theology books. He is survived by his wife, Maria S. Baca...



