RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
Mary Frances Carlo
Jun 30, 2024
The world became brighter on April 24, 1952, the day that our mother, Mary Frances Marin was born. It's with a heavy heart we announce her last breath was taken on June 30, 2024, after a long battle with pulmonary fibrosis.
Our mom lived her rambunctious young life in Clovis, NM with her five sisters and one brother, along with our...
Verla Jean Paulsen
Jun 29, 2024
Verla passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 29, 2024 at the age of 95, in Albuquerque, NM. She was born on Friday, November 9, 1928, in Madrid, NE. She married John Paulsen in 1946 in Hillsboro, OR. They were married 2 weeks short of 60 yrs.
She was a dedicated military wife, homemaker and a nurturing, loving mom to Eugene and...
George Lee Carver II
Jun 29, 2024
George Lee Carver II, age 79, beloved father, loving grandfather, great friend to many passed away peacefully in his home on June 29, 2024. George was preceded by his wife of 55 years, Lana Sue (Johnson), his parents, Flight Officer George L. Carver of Yukon, West Virginia and Martha E. (Sandoval) Phillips of Taos, New Mexico.
He is survived by his...
Ciriña A. Grady
Jun 29, 2024
Ciriña was born in her family home in Lincoln, New Mexico to Ysabel T Aldaz and Ramonsita Gallegos Aldaz. She was the youngest of her siblings, and is preceded in death by her sisters Lola, Lila, and Jane, and her brothers Sostenes and Tommy and her son and youngest child, Thomas.
She is survived by her husband Sherman, her daughter Germaine,...
Phillip Joseph Vicente
Jun 28, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Phillip Joseph Vicente, born on October 28, 1985, who peacefully departed on June 28, 2024. Phillip was a dedicated soldier serving in the ARMY for 20 years, showcasing courage and commitment throughout his service.
He leaves behind a legacy of bravery, selflessness, and honor. Phillip's unwavering dedication to his country...
Daniel J. Torres
Jun 28, 2024
Dan Torres, beloved Husband, Father, and Grandfather was called to his eternal resting place on June 28, 2024. He was born in Las Vegas, NM, to Luciano and Manuelita Torres. He is survived by his wife Shirley Torres, daughters Gretchen Torres-Baumgartner and Danielle Torres; son-in-law Bern Baumgartner; grandsons Mason and Matthew Baumgartner and brother Robert Torres. He was preceded in...
Vincent Meyer
Jun 28, 2024
Vincent Andrew Meyer
Vince was born March 13th, 1952 in Santa Monica, California. He passed away June 28th, 2024 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was the child of an aeronautical engineer and a homemaker/real estate agent, with ancestral roots in the Rhine valley on the border between what is now Germany and France. Vince grew up in Glendale, California and attended...
John Sanchez
Jun 28, 2024
John Anthony Sanchez was born on June 2, 1952, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was the first-born son of John S. and Elsie Sanchez. As a child John loved to play outside. Around twelve years old, John found a passion for chemistry and experiments. His mother, Elsie saw this growing passion for chemistry and bought John a white lab coat...
Josie Buenabenta
Jun 28, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother and grandmother, Josie Buenabenta, on Friday, June 28, 2024, at the age of 88. Born on November 6, 1935, in Encino, New Mexico, to Miguel and Beatrice Tenorio, Josie lived a full and vibrant life.
Josie was the loving wife of Louis Buenabenta Sr., who predeceased her...
Michael Williamson
Jun 28, 2024
Michael A. Williamson, born 3/5/1942, passed away 6/28/2024
Michael is survived by wife, Mabel; daughters Veronica and partner, Scott; Carmen and partner, Matthew; sisters, Mary Edgar, and Ann Buck and husband, Patrick; along with numerous cousins, nephews, nieces, great nephews, and great nieces. Michael is preceded in death by his parents, John Paul and Mary Frances; brothers, David and Bruce.
Michael was...
Eloy Ramirez
Jun 27, 2024
Eloy M. Ramirez, 76, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, June 27, 2024. He was born in Roswell, N.M. on April 21, 1948, and is preceded in death by his parents, Amelia Mendoza and Manuel Ramirez, and sister Diana Sanchez. He was raised by his late grandparents George and Dominga Mendoza in Dexter and Hagerman, N.M.
He graduated from...
Lloyd Carter Wholey
Jun 27, 2024
Lloyd Carter Wholey, Captain U.S. Navy (retired), age 98, died peacefully on June 27 at his daughter's home in Albuquerque. He is survived by his daughter, Debra Phillips and husband, Eric; son, John C. Wholey; two grandchildren, Ian Phillips and Lauren Sanchez, husband, Stephen; and two great-grandchildren, Cecilia Mae and Luisa Carter; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He...
Catherine Miles
Jun 27, 2024
Catherine Elizabeth Miles (née Foery), affectionately known as Cathy, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2024, at the age of 78 in Albuquerque, NM. Born on November 10, 1945, in Brooklyn, NY, Cathy dedicated her life to nurturing and caring for others both in her personal life and professional career.
Cathy married her next-door sweetheart in 1968 and was a devoted...
Lamar Edward Duckworth
Jun 26, 2024
Lamar Duckworth, age 64, an Albuquerque businessman, passed away on June 6, 2024. He was a loving father and enjoyed going to family gatherings and events. He is survived by his two children, Jordan and Jaida Duckworth. He is also survived by his only sister, Kyra Nanco, and her husband, Alan Nanco. Lamar was preceded in death by his parents,...
Gladine Joy Mannel
Jun 26, 2024
Gladine Joy Mannel was born in Saint Louis, Missouri Thursday, December 24, 1936, to Gladine Gamble and Glenn Finch, adopted by Nathan Forsburg, they moved to Albuquerque, NM while young. Filled with adventure and creativity, Joy lived life to the full. Joy courageously raised three sons as a single mom in the 60’s & 70’s and did a great job....
Margaret Jean "Peg" Tool
Jun 26, 2024
Margaret Jean “Peg” Tool, 84, of Rio Rancho, NM died Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at her home surrounded by her family.
A celebration of life will be held at Community of Joy Lutheran Church on Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 11:00 am with Pastor Paul Schick as the Celebrant. A luncheon will be held in the Fellowship Hall at the church...
Dan T. Creel
Jun 25, 2024
Dan Talmadge Creel, 89, passed away on June 25, 2024, at home in Albuquerque, New Mexico, surrounded by loved ones. Known as "Dad," "Grandpa," and "Uncle Dan," he was an amazing man and there will never be another like him. Born August 15, 1934, in Meridian, Mississippi to Annie Mae (Smith) and Henry Harmon Creel, Dan enlisted in the U.S....
Ping Wong
Jun 25, 2024
Yew Ping Wong, 87, beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather was called to his eternal resting place on June 25, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He entered this world on March 23, 1937 in Toisan, China, born to Chew Yim Wong and Choy Gee Chin Wong. He is survived by his, wife Regina Wong; son Charles Wong and...
Raymond Bland
Jun 23, 2024
Raymond "Ray" Delno Bland, age 88, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2024. Ray's love and dedication to his family will forever be cherished by his wife of 49 years, Louise Bland; four children, Kathryn Shull, Jim Shull and his wife Christen, Paula Renton and her husband Tim, and Curt Bland; and eight grandchildren, Olivia Moore and her husband Ladan,...
Dr. William Dwight Hooton, DVM
Jun 22, 2024
Dr. William Dwight Hooton, DVM, age 75, passed away unexpectedly after a short hospitalization on Saturday, June 22, 2024.
Dwight was born in Jonesboro, Arkansas to Herbert Hillman Hooton and Jacque Marie Hooton on April 19, 1949. He spent most of his childhood in Albuquerque, New Mexico helping his parents raise, show and race quarter horses and thoroughbreds. This is the...
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