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RECENT OBITUARIES

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

David Padrino

David Padrino

May 20, 2024

David Robert Padrino, MD, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 20, 2024. Born in Havana, Cuba, on March 17, 1946, Dr. Padrino was the eldest child of David Padrino Calzadilla, MD, and Señora Ilda Arbelo Santiago.

He is lovingly remembered by his wife of more than 53 years, Susan Aileen Padrino; his children, Susan L. Padrino Iler, MD, of Ohio; Patricia...

Tracy D. Hall

Tracy D. Hall

May 20, 2024

Tracy D. Hall, age 82, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Monday, May 20, 2024 . Tracy was born on June 12, 1941 in Anderson, Indiana and moved to Albuquerque with his parents in 1948. He has lived in Albuquerque since that time.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Wilbert and Grace Hall; his youngest son, Darryl Hall, who...

Joyce Willis King

Joyce Willis King

May 20, 2024

Joyce Willis King, age 90, of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away on Monday, May 20, 2024. She was the second child born to Ansley and Joyce Herring Willis. She was blessed with one sister and three brothers. Joyce was born at home in Jena, Louisiana, on September 29, 1933. Upon graduation from Jena High School in 1951, Joyce made her...

Suzanne Phelan

Suzanne Phelan

May 19, 2024

Suzanne Phelan, loving wife and mother, and lifelong educator and learner, passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2024 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Suzanne was born in Evansville, Indiana, on September 13, 1938 to William D. and Dorothy Gleason Murray.

Suzanne is survived by her daughter Margaret Armijo and her husband John, son Kevin Phelan and his wife Debbie Rochford, daughter Kathleen Phelan,...

Edwina Miller

Edwina Miller

May 19, 2024

Edwina Miller, age 73, of Rio Rancho, NM passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2024.

Edwina was born in Clovis, NM on Monday, January 1, 1951, to the parents; Victoriano Fajardo and Casianita “Annie” Fajardo.

She married Scott Miller on December 23, 1969, they settled in Clovis, NM and had two daughters: Michelle L. Miller Grimes and Leslie D. San Juan. She...

Zelda Jiron

Zelda Jiron

May 19, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Zelda Stella Jiron of Santa Fe, beloved wife, mother, and friend. Zelda, 55, transitioned peacefully on May 19, 2024, at Lovelace Hospital. Born in Santa Fe in 1969, to Elena Lucero, she was the cherished daughter of Catalina and Sixto Martinez. Zelda's passion and love for family was evident to all who...

Belinda Rosie Koenig

Belinda Rosie Koenig

May 18, 2024

Belinda Rosie Koenig peacefully left this world to be with our Lord on May 18, 2024, in Albuquerque, NM at the age of 77.  She was proceeded in death by her parents, Joe and Amelia Maestas, sister, Lillian Maestas, and brother, Raymond Maestas.  Belinda is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Henry Koenig, daughter, Elizabeth Dominick, son-in-law, Michael Dominick Jr.,...

Marcus Byrne

Marcus Byrne

May 18, 2024

Marcus P Byrne, age 88, a resident of the Juan Tomas NM area since the early 1950s passed away Saturday, May 18, 2024. His is survived by his sons Paul and His wife Marti of Edgewood, NM, Joe and his wife Tammy of Nesmith Alabama, Mathew and his wife Leslie of Plainfield, Illinois, 11 grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

He...

Mary Lou Miera

Mary Lou Miera

May 18, 2024

Mary Lou Miera, 76, beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, and Sister was called to her eternal resting place on May 18, 2024. She entered this world on May 14, 1948 in Carlsbad, NM, born to Robert Trujillo and Julia Ramirez, raised by Amador Alvarado. She is survived by her Husband Albert Miera; daughters, Angela Miera and Stephanie Miera; grandchildren; Angelique Miera-Ulibarri,...

Alice Rita Gibson

Alice Rita Gibson

May 18, 2024

Alice Rita Gibson, age 74, passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at her home in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She is survived by Michael R. Gibson, her husband of 50 years.

Michael said, “Alice was easy to get to know because she was friendly. I fell in love with her when I first saw her. She became my soulmate in 1973....

Victor DeAnda

Victor DeAnda

May 17, 2024

On May 17, 2024, Victor DeAnda accepted the outstretched hand of God and crossed over to his next beautiful adventure. Joyously awaiting his arrival on the other side was his beloved son Kevin, and his sister Helen. 

He leaves behind his loving wife of 46 years, Lori, daughters Lynelle Garcia (Rick), Jeanette DeAnda (Cole Raison), and Debbie Thompson (Todd), sons Victor...

Patricia Charlene Gutierrez

Patricia Charlene Gutierrez

May 17, 2024

Patricia Gutierrez, a long time resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, died May 17th, 2024. She is survived by her husband, Alan Arsenault of Albuquerque NM, children Daisy Gonzales and husband Valente Gonzales of Albuqueruqe NM, Valerie Romero of Algodones NM, Adrian Gutierrez of Los Lunas NM, Elroy Gutierrez of Los Lunas NM, 10 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, 4 sisters, and 3...

Cherie Eno Sokolski

Cherie Eno Sokolski

May 17, 2024

In Loving Memory of Cherie Eno Sokolski. A loving wife and companion. Grandmother of five and a great grandmother to many. Her beautiful smile and witty humor brought happiness to all that had met her. She will be truly missed by all. May his perpetual light shine upon her.

Rex Throckmorton

Rex Throckmorton

May 17, 2024

Rex Denton Throckmorton, age 82, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Friday, May 17, 2024, in Albuquerque, NM. Born in rural Ohio in June 1941 to Jane Corwin Throckmorton and Francis Asbury Throckmorton, Rex spent his formative years in the close-knit community of St. Paris, Ohio, population 1,400.

In high school, Rex excelled both academically and athletically, serving...

Charles McKinnis

Charles McKinnis

May 16, 2024

Charles McKinnis, 87, beloved son, husband, father, step-father, grandfather (Opa), and father-in-law, was called to heaven on May 16, 2024. He entered this world on January 23, 1937, in Lamar, Colorado, born to Harvey and Grace McKinnis.

He is survived by his spouse, Gloria Clift of Albuquerque, New Mexico; son David McKinnis of Littleton, Colorado; daughter Laura (Robert) Duerr of Arvada,...

Joseph Ofelio Lente

Joseph Ofelio Lente

May 16, 2024

Joseph Lente, 59, beloved husband, father, grandfather, was called to his eternal resting place on May 16, 2024. He entered this world on April 1, 1965, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, born to Joe Ofelio and Nellie Lente. He is survived by his wife, Isabel Lente; sons, Joseph O. Lente, and Bobby Lente; daughters, Bernadette Servantez, Nellie Vigil, and Yvette Servantez;...

Benny James Ruiz, Sr.

Benny James Ruiz, Sr.

May 16, 2024

With heavy hearts the Ruiz Family would like to announce the passing of our beloved Benny James Ruiz, Sr.

Benny James Ruiz, Sr., known to most at BJ, passed away on May 16, 2024 at the age of 60. 

BJ was born on May 16, 1964, to Ben and Margaret Ruiz in Albuquerque, NM. He was a graduate of West Mesa High...

Laura Brunt

Laura Brunt

May 16, 2024

Services for Laura A. (Pulice) Brunt, 91, of Albuquerque, NM, will at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 8, 2024, at French Funerals, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. She passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 16, 2024, at her home after a brief illness.

Laura was born Oct. 8, 1932, in Morenci, AZ, to Placido John Pulice and Laura A. (Aguirre)...

Barbara Bridge

Barbara Bridge

May 16, 2024

 Barbara Bridge, 87, beloved Mother, Spouse, and Daughter, was called home on May 16, 2024 to meet her Savior Jesus Christ, whom she dearly loves. She entered this world on August 23, 1936 in Belmont, NC, born to Levis and Mary Sanders. She is survived by her son Lamar House; daughter Vanessa McDaniel; son Fred Bridge Jr.; daughter Linda Miller;...

Boyd H. Corfield

Boyd H. Corfield

May 15, 2024

Boyd H. Corfield, 87, a proud Marine, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at the VA Hospice in Albuquerque. He was born October 6,1936 to BH and Hazel Corfield and lived his entire life in the South Valley of Albuquerque attending SV schools, graduating from Albuquerque High in 1955. He joined the Marine Corps right out of school and...

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