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

Sally Berger

Sally Berger

Oct 8, 2023

Sally Berger, 82, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, and aunt died peacefully on Sunday, October 8, 2023. Sally was born on August 3, 1941, in Miami Beach, FL, to Philip and Irene Biblo, and her older brother Martin (Marty) Biblo.

Sally is survived by her daughters, Amy Berger-Martinez and Faith Phillips (Ron); granddaughters, Maddie and Ivy Martinez; her lovely nieces;...

Clint James Jeffries

Clint James Jeffries

Oct 7, 2023

 

 

Clint Jeffries (C.J.)

Born February 5th, 1978, Clint Jeffries, lovingly known as C.J. by family and friends, left to be with the Lord on Saturday, October 7th, 2023, leaving behind his mother Mary and two children Michael and Alannah (Zach). CJ also leaves behind his sister Anna (Dominic); his grandson, Liam; nephews D, Gio and Landon; numerous cousins,...

Elizabeth Sanchez

Elizabeth Sanchez

Oct 7, 2023

Elizabeth (Beth) Guadalupe Ortiz Sanchez, born Sunday, September 11, 1932, passed peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, October 7, 2023, at the age of 91 at Morningstar Northridge Memory Unit in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Elizabeth was born in Santa Fe New Mexico and grew up with a close knitted and compassionate family. In her youth, Elizabeth could be found helping...

Lora Lloyd

Lora Lloyd

Oct 7, 2023

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Lora Lloyd on Saturday, October 7, 2023 at the age of 89. Lora was born on Saturday, September 15, 1934 in Topeka, Kansas. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, John Lloyd; parents, Dorothy Pearl and Arthur Stansbrough; and brother, Raymond. Survived by sons, David Lloyd,...

Katherine Brogan

Katherine Brogan

Oct 6, 2023

 

Katherine Mary Doherty Brogan died peacefully in Albuquerque on Friday, October 6, 2023 with her loving family by her side. She was 83.

Kathy was born on May 2, 1940 in Medford, MA to John Jeremiah Doherty and Gertrude Cecelia (Hickey) Doherty. She attended parochial school in her beloved Charlestown and in 1954 received a scholarship to Rosary Academy...

Geta Gatterman

Geta Gatterman

Oct 6, 2023

Geta Gatterman, 90, beloved mother, daughter, spouse, grandmother, mother-in-law, and sister, passed away on Friday, October 6, 2023. She entered this world on Sunday, June 4, 1933 in Strang, Oklahoma, born to James and Sue Smith. She is survived by her children David Gatterman, Kate Chapman and Michael Gatterman; her grandchildren Lucas Gatterman and Amelia Gatterman; her sister Gayle Vanatta;...

Theodore Sahd

Theodore Sahd

Oct 5, 2023

 

 

Ted Sahd, age 81, dedicated husband, father, and grandfather, passed away October 5, 2023.  Ted was known for his generosity; he was the helper of everyone in his extended family. He was a retired Air Force pilot, a consummate chef, and he loved hunting, fishing, and hiking. Most of all he loved spending time in the kitchen with...

Thelma Martinez

Thelma Martinez

Oct 5, 2023

Thelma Martinez, a loving mother, grandmother, friend, and neighbor, passed away suddenly on Thursday, October 5, 2023 on the Feast of St. Faustina. She was preceded in death by her angel of a husband, Faustin Martinez; her precious son, Mark Martinez; her amazing parents, Isaac and Margaret Alvarado; and all her siblings and in-laws.

She is survived by daughter, Shirley...

Carol M. Harrell

Carol M. Harrell

Oct 4, 2023

 

Beloved by family and friends, Carol Harrell joined her husband Charlie in Heaven on Wednesday, October 4th, 2023 at the age of 83. 

Carol was born on December 24, 1939 in the small town of Wailuku on Maui, located in the then Territory of Hawaii.  She grew up with a passion for music.  A natural at operatic vocals in...

Mark Macaron

Mark Macaron

Oct 4, 2023

In the early morning on Wednesday, October 4, 2023, Mark A. Macaron entered heaven. He passed away quietly in his home in Albuquerque, New Mexico, after courageously battling with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a neurodegenerative disease he fought with immeasurable faith and resilience. He is missed tremendously, and his love and example will never be forgotten.

Mark was born in...

Jimmy Chavez

Jimmy Chavez

Oct 4, 2023

Jimmy N. Chavez died peacefully Wednesday, October 4, 2023, at his home in Albuquerque surrounded by his children and grandchildren. Jimmy was born on January 20, 1936. He is Náneesht'ézhί and born for Tł 'ááshchí'í.

Jimmy was a welder by trade. Some of the companies he worked for were Southern Union Gas Co., P & A Welding, and Ralph Miller...

George Garcia

George Garcia

Oct 4, 2023

In Loving Memory of George Garcia

 

George Garcia, beloved husband, father, brother, uncle and friend, passed away on October 04, 2023 at the age of 66 years old. He entered this world on July 25, 1957 in Tierra Amarilla, NM.

 

George is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Tammy Garcia, who stood by his side through...

Arlene Rita Ward

Arlene Rita Ward

Oct 3, 2023

Arlene Rita Ward, 82, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2023 in Albuquerque, NM. She was born in Providence, RI to Alphonse T. Davis and Leona F. (Riel) Davis. Arlene was their only child, born rather late in their lives, and they and several aunts and uncles doted on her. She was educated in Providence at St. Thomas School and...

Andrew Trace

Andrew Trace

Oct 3, 2023

Andrew Vincent Trace passed away unexpectedly at home after a brief illness on Tuesday, October 3, 2023 with his wife Mary, by his side. He was a loving husband, son, brother, brother-in-law, friend and Funny Guy to his niece and 3 nephews. Andrew was born on Thursday, May 2, 1974 in Albuquerque, NM to Margaret (McNamara) and Raymond Trace.

 

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Adelaida Gallegos

Adelaida Gallegos

Oct 3, 2023

We regretfully announce the passing of Ida Gallegos (born April 9, 1932) of Bosque Farms, NM, who passed away surrounded by her loved ones on October 3, 2023. Ida had a difficult battle with Alzheimer's disease and is finally at rest. She will be forever loved and forever remembered. No services will take place, as Ida requested, but we do...

Cheryl Hicks

Cheryl Hicks

Oct 2, 2023

Cheryl Lynn Hicks, 76, loving mother, wife, and friend, passed away Monday October 2, 2023. Cheryl relocated from Michigan by way of Texas) to NM in the mid 70s and was known for her artistic talent, her dedication to her church, and for her unending love for her family and friends. Cheryl had a strong faith and was committed to...

Jack Blair

Jack Blair

Oct 2, 2023

Jack Daniel Blair of Albuquerque, New Mexico, born May 31, 1942, in Carlsbad, New Mexico, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his wife Marlene and daughters Kristin Blair Dugger and Leslie Johnson on Monday October 2, 2023. Jack was a proud alumnus of New Mexico State University and was retired from the Office of Inspector General at the US...

Geneva M. Matthews

Geneva M. Matthews

Oct 2, 2023

Geneva M. Matthews, devoted daughter, wife, mother, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend passed away peacefully on Monday, October 2, 2023, in Grand Junction, Colorado.  

Geneva was born on October 19, 1930 in Comanche, OK to parents Jesse Sage and Era Cleffie Landers.  She spent her childhood in that area and graduated from Duncan High School.  A strong believer in...

Floyd Jefferson Frost

Floyd Jefferson Frost

Oct 1, 2023

Our beloved Husband, Father and Friend, Floyd Jefferson Frost, 77, passed away at the University of New Mexico Hospital in Albuquerque, New Mexico on October 1, 2023, after a brief illness.

Floyd was born on September 12, 1946 in Tacoma, Washington to Floyd Frost Sr. and Gladys Wachter. He is survived by his wife (Kristine Tollestrup), son and daughter-in-law (Christopher...

Patricia Green

Patricia Green

Oct 1, 2023

Patricia, Pat, Patty, Mom, Grandma, Aunt Patty, to name a few names she was known by, passed peacefully on Sunday, October 1, 2023, in Edgewood, New Mexico with her youngest son, Ted, by her side taking her final sweet breath. She was 94 years young. She lived at Beehive Homes Assisted Living and was under Beehive and hospice care. Mom...

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