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RECENT OBITUARIES

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

Phillip Reeves

Phillip Reeves

Oct 1, 2023

Phillip James Reeves (Phil) passed away on Sunday, October 1, 2023, at the age of 75. He was born in Albuquerque to Art and Noel Reeves in 1948. Phil is survived by Beth Reeves, his wife of over 50 years; their daughters; Michelle Reeves (wife Kim), and Heather Reeves. He also survived by 6 grandchildren: Moe Smith; Xander, Scott, Sebastian,...

Tanisha Lujan

Tanisha Lujan

Oct 1, 2023

Tanisha Rae Lujan, 52, remarkable , loving mother/grandmother , beloved wife, dearest sister, daughter and friend. Passed away Sunday October 1, 2023. Tanisha was well known for being extraordinarily kind, sweet, and beautiful. She was an incredible cook/baker for all her family and friends. Prior to her illnesses she was an extremely hard and dedicated worker. She loved to dance,...

Gloria Jackson

Gloria Jackson

Oct 1, 2023

Gloria Ann Jackson (Lujan), beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away suddenly at her home in Albuquerque on Sunday, October 1, 2023, at the age of 85. She was born October 13, 1937 in Albuquerque, NM to Jose Leandro Lujan and Anita Garcia of Torreon, NM and Manzano, NM. Her life was filled with her devotion and love for her...

Melissa Tracey (Horan) Rensel

Melissa Tracey (Horan) Rensel

Oct 1, 2023

Melissa Tracey (Horan) Rensel, 53, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away from complications of an extended illness on Sunday, Oct 1, 2023, at Presbyterian Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. 

Tracey was born in Augusta, Georgia, the daughter of Dr. Leo G Horan and Dr. Nancy C. Flowers Horan, who preceded her in death.  She was a Richmond High School...

Janette Perez

Janette Perez

Sep 30, 2023

Janette Perez, 69, passed away on September 30, 2023, of complications from Rheumatoid Arthritis.

Janette led a happy life with family, friends, and her pets. Her favorite pastimes were camping and spending time with her grandchildren. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were her everything. She always made time for their games and activities. She loved being a "Nana".

Janette is preceded...

Timothy E. "Tim" Boettler

Timothy E. "Tim" Boettler

Sep 30, 2023

Timothy E. "Tim" Boettler, passed away suddenly on September 30th. He was born on December 24th, 1946 in Saint Charles Missouri. He is survived by his wife of 25 years Christine Boettler, his sister Mary Clare, and his brothers Steven and Richard. Tim was a U.S. Army Veteran and served in Germany. After his service in the military, Tim began...

Brenda Louise Pentecost

Brenda Louise Pentecost

Sep 30, 2023

Brenda Louise Pentecost of Albuquerque passed away suddenly on September 30, 2023.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Eugene and Louise Wedemeyer. She is survived by her sister Connie Crouse, a brother William L. Wedemeyer and his wife Debra, six nieces and nephews, and seven great nieces and nephews.

 Brenda was a graduate of Valley High School. She...

Mary "Scottie" Miller

Mary "Scottie" Miller

Sep 29, 2023

Mary Scott MillerOctober 24, 1940 - September 29, 2023Mary Scott Miller, a remarkable individual with a deep-seated passion for organizing special events, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2023, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Born on October 24, 1940, in Fargo, North Dakota, Mary left an indelible mark on the lives of those she encountered throughout her journey.Mary's educational pursuits were...

Celia Birner

Celia Birner

Sep 29, 2023

Celia (Sally) Birner passed away peacefully at home on Friday, September 29, 2023, surrounded by loved ones. Celia was born in Belen, NM on Monday, July 13, 1931, to Tomas and Raquel Garcia. Celia was beloved by her many family and friends.

Celia is survived by her son, Robert Gabaldon; her stepdaughter Ellie Birner Macias (Tony Macias); her grandchildren Roberta...

Barbara Stehr

Barbara Stehr

Sep 29, 2023

On Friday, September 29, 2023, longtime Albuquerque resident Barbara Joan “Jo” Stehr died peacefully at home under hospice care after a brief illness. She was 95. 

Jo’s beginnings helped shape her: She was born and grew up in small, Midwestern Illinois towns. But what defined her were her strong personality, very sharp intellect, and a steely inner core that served...

William Parkes

William Parkes

Sep 29, 2023

 

William Parkes, 85, beloved Grandfather, Son, Father, and Great-grandfather, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on September 29, 2023. He was born on February 7, 1938 in Clementon, NJ, to Robert and Margaret Parkes.

William proudly served in the Air Force. He made an impact on every person he met and was a kind and caring person. William...

Norbert Francis Stuart

Norbert Francis Stuart

Sep 28, 2023

 

Norbert Francis Stuart, age 92, beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Great-grandfather, was called to his eternal resting place on September 28, 2023 in Albuquerque, NM. He entered this world on October 15, 1930 in Rochester, NY, born to James F. and Anna (nee Keck) Stuart. He is survived by sons James (Jennifer), Christopher (Valerie), Edward (Carl), and Raymond; granddaughter...

Delia Wilson

Delia Wilson

Sep 27, 2023

Delia Arevalo Wilson, age 69, passed away on September 27, 2023, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Delia was born on March 24, 1954, in Masbate, Philippines. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

Delia is survived by her daughters, Rowena Arevalo, Dora Hampsten and LaWanda Hightower, her son Marcus Wilson, and her grandchildren Daisia Wilson-Hightower, Tajha Hightower, Xavier Hightower, Isaiah...

Enrique Armijo

Enrique Armijo

Sep 27, 2023

Enrique Manuel Armijo, 92, passed away on September 27, 2023. Henry was born in Rainsville, NM, on July 28, 1931. He is preceded in death by his son, Manny; brother, Manuel; and his first wife, Lilie. He is survived by his wife, Marie; adopted daughter, Lorie; stepchildren, David, Everett, Glenn, Claudia, Jeannette and Annie; sister-in-law, Ideline; grandchildren, Miranda, Mario, Thalia,...

Shannon Beard

Shannon Beard

Sep 26, 2023

It is with great sadness and broken hearts that we, the family of Shannon Ortiz- Beard announce her passing on Tuesday, September 26, 2023.

She is survived by her sons, Ryan Feeley and Michael Woods; her parents Art and Sylvia Ortiz; sister Kristine; nieces Shaela Perez and Mikaela Jones; her brother Steve; husband Henry Beard; Godmother Theresa Martinez, and many...

Mary Ray

Mary Ray

Sep 26, 2023

Mary A. Ray, a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, was born in Monero, New Mexico, into a large and loving family.

Mary met the love of her life, James Ray, in Chama, New Mexico when James' parents, who lived next door to Mary, did a bit of matchmaking. From that day forward they were inseparable except for the times when...

Elreena Gallegos

Elreena Gallegos

Sep 26, 2023

Elreena Angela Montoya Gallegos, 77, passed away on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, at her home with her family after a long courageous battle with Alzheimer's Disease.

Elreena was born on September 26,1946 in Albuquerque to Elda and Fred Montoya. She grew up in Albuquerque and attended St. Vincent's Academy and graduated from St. Mary's High School in 1964. She attended...

Walter Spencer

Walter Spencer

Sep 25, 2023

Walter Eugene Spencer, known to his friends as 'Ace' passed away at his home in Los Lunas, New Mexico on September 25, 2023.

He was born June 21, 1937 on a farm near McIntosh, New Mexico in the Estancia Valley to Lewis Vernon Spencer and Dorothy May (Brown) Spencer. When Ace was 15, he moved with his family to Albuquerque, New...

Dane Hannum

Dane Hannum

Sep 25, 2023

Dane Hannum, 91, beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, died on Monday, September 25, 2023. He was born on September 21, 1932, in Summit, NJ, to Dane and Helen Hannum. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Thomasina Hannum; sister, Martha Tait; son, Dane "Eric" Hannum; daughter, Christine Hannum; grandchildren, Dane Shade, Ryland, and Ben Hannum; brother-in-law, Robert...

Regina Martinez

Regina Martinez

Sep 25, 2023

Regina Martinez, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother,passed away peacefully in Albuquerque on September 25, 2023, at theremarkable age of 96. She was born on September 7, 1927, in SantaCruz, New Mexico, to her loving parents, Serafina Quintana Delgado andAlfredo Montoya. Regina's journey through life was marked by love and adeep commitment to her family.

Regina was preceded in death...

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