RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
Michael Hatch
May 25, 2024
Michael Dean Hatch
Michael Dean Hatch, 73, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2024. Mr. Hatch was an accomplished fisheries biologist who received a Ph. D in Water Science and Management from New Mexico State University in January of 2022. He worked for the State of New Mexico and for SWCA over a career that spanned four decades. A...
Kathleen ("Kathy") Rae Nelson Gustin
May 25, 2024
"Who can turn the world on with her smile? Who can take a nothing day, and suddenly make it all seem worthwhile?"
Though these iconic lyrics were written as the theme song for the Mary Tyler Moore show, they very much could have been composed by anyone who knew our dear wife, mother, sister and friend, Kathy Rae.
Born December 21, 1941,...
Dorothy Posey
May 25, 2024
Dorothy Posey, 83, beloved Wife, Mother, Mother-in-law, Grandmother, Great-grandmother, Friend, and Nurse was called to her eternal resting place on May 24th, 2024. Dorothy was born to John and Flora Kindred on July 20th, 1940, in Birmingham, AL. She is survived by her daughter Adrienne Renee Posey, son Art Posey Jr., daughter-in love Marie Posey, grandchildren: Ashley Salazar, Katrina Weaver,...
Leon Bostick
May 24, 2024
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the peaceful passing of Leon Bostick on Friday, May 24, 2024. He leaves behind his devoted wife or 56 years, Shirley and their cherished children: Susan Bostick-McGovern, Tammy Jackson, Randy Jackson, and Steven Bostick.Leon originally hails from Lubbock, TX, but relocated to Albuquerque during his formative high school years. Throughout his...
Maria Evangeline (Jean) Hunter
May 24, 2024
Maria Evangeline (Jean), 86, passed away at home surrounded by family on May 24, 2024. Maria was born to Erminio and Tomasita Quirina C. DeBaca on February 28, 1938, in Albuquerque, NM. She is survived by her daughter Victoria J. Martinez and husband Mardoqueo of Edgewood, daughter Julienne R. Leathers and husband Larry of Albuquerque, daughter Therese Marie Cole and...
Susan Lee Baca
May 24, 2024
Susan Lee Baca, a kind and lovely soul, passed away May 24th, 2024. Susy was preceded in death by her daughter, Melissa Ann, and son, Jude Jr., sister Linda Topmiller, and parents Curtis and Lucille Hayden. She is survived by her husband Jude of 48 years, daughter Michelle and husband Eddie Lucero, grandchildren Jesse, Melissa, A.J., and Juno, and great...
Joseph (Jerry) Gerald López
May 23, 2024
Joseph (Jerry) Gerald López, born on May 6, 1948, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on May 23, 2024, in his hometown of Albuquerque. He was 76 years old.
Jerry is survived by his sister, Agnes Lorraine Grummer-Lopez; his children: Monique Brown and Brian Lopez; his son-in-law: Travis Brown; and his grandchildren: Anthony Lopez, Jasiah Lopez, Jada Brown, Patricia Lopez, Pablo...
Betty Sweeney
May 23, 2024
Betty (Aranda) Sweeney, 89, passed away peacefully Thursday, May 23, 2024. Betty was the youngest of 6 children born Thursday, November 1, 1934 to Roman and Elosia (Romero) Aranda in Las Vegas, New Mexico.
She was married 69 years and is survived by her husband, Ambassador James Sweeney. She is also survived by a daughter, Rhonda (Wayne) Davis; and a son,...
Andy Harris
May 23, 2024
Andy was born in Bluewater Village, New Mexico in 1931. He grew up on Mount Taylor during the Great Depression. He was running his father's pool hall at the age of twelve. Andy learned how to be a man at a very young age.He married the love of his life Barbara Brandley on September 15, 1951. They were married for...
Roz Denette
May 23, 2024
Roz Denette, 64, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 23, 2024, surrounded by her family.
Roz was born in Plainview, NY, then resided in Ludlow, MA until 2018 when she moved to Rio Rancho, NM. She graduated from John F Kennedy High School in Plainview, NY (class of 1978) and SUNY Cortland (class of 1982).
She is survived by her husband; David...
Jack Harold Darling
May 22, 2024
Jack H. Darling, age 84, passed away at home on May 22, 2024, in Albuquerque. He was born in Cushing, Oklahoma, on September 19, 1939, to John H. Darling and Ann (Sherlock) Darling.Jack is survived by his wife Norma; twin sons, Brian and James; his grandchildren, Alexandra, Gabriella, Kaleb, and Joshua; and twin great-grandsons, Angelo and Frankie. He is also...
Elizabeth "Lil" Ann Campbell
May 22, 2024
Campbell, Elizabeth "Lil" Ann
Elizabeth "Lil" Campbell, age 53, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and daughter passed away Wednesday, May 22, 2024, surrounded by her family. Lil was known for her love for her family and friends, love for animals, and passion for her students and colleagues. Lil enjoyed doing crafts, thrifting, craft shows, house plants, baseball, spending time with her...
Miguel Avila
May 22, 2024
Miguel Avila, 37 beloved husband, father, son, and brother was called to his eternal resting place on Wednesday, May 22, 2024. He entered this world on July 18, 1986 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Born to Raul Avila, Sr. and Marquita Avila Martinez. He is survived by his wife, Jeanette Avila; daughters, Isabelle Avila and Alyssa Avila; brother, Raul Avila, Jr.;...
Ruben Urenda
May 22, 2024
Ruben Simeon Urenda, beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend was called to heaven on May 22, 2024.
He was born January 11, 1934, in Oklahoma City, OK, a first-generation American son of immigrants Simeon and Sofia Urenda. He valued education enough to transfer schools on his own while still in grade school. This was a lesson he'd later apply for the...
Cecil Paul Tafoya
May 22, 2024
Cecil, an Albuquerque, NM Native, was an avid outdoorsman, fisherman, and chef, even if it was in just the eyes of his grandchildren. A beloved coach, friend, and, most importantly, a family man. Cecil was married to his high school sweetheart & travel partner, Frances, for nearly 63 years and was the father of two incredible sons, grandfather to three...
Gordon Jorgensen
May 21, 2024
In loving memory of Gordon Jorgensen, 81, who died on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. He passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his wife, children and dogs after a long battle with Lewy body dementia.
Gordon was born on Monday, April 19, 1943 in Chicago, IL to Ted Jorgensen and Dolores (Pollock) Jorgensen. His brother Ted was born in 1944.
Gordon moved...
William Lindquist
May 20, 2024
William "Bill" Bailey Lindquist, 82, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away quietly on May 20, 2024. He was born on March 4, 1942, in Waterloo, Iowa.
Out of high school, Bill joined the Air Force and achieved a 20-year career, receiving his Master's Degree in Industrial Engineering from Auburn University. After retiring from Kirtland Air Force Base, he worked in software...
Gabe "John" Juric
May 20, 2024
On Monday, May 20, 2024, John Juric passed away peacefully. John was born in Ely, Nevada, on March 25, 1939, to Gabe and Katie Juric. Katie had immigrated from Slovenia and Gabe from Croatia. John was always very proud of his Slavic heritage.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Emma; and his brother, Karl. John is survived...
Patricia Moon
May 20, 2024
Patricia Ann Moon, 84, beloved daughter, wife, mother, and grandmother was peacefully called to be with God May 20, 2024 in Albuquerque, New Mexico at her home. She was born into this world, March 17, 1940 in Mosquero, NM to Santos and Simona Quintana.Patricia is survived by her three beloved children, Maria Lopez of Rio Rancho, David Lopez of Albuquerque,...
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