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

Clinton Michael Burch

Clinton Michael Burch

Sep 25, 2023

Clinton "Windy" Michael Burch passed away unexpectedly Monday morning September 25, 2023 at the age of 91. Through God's grace and mercy, He blessed Windy by taking him home the way he would have wanted, while still doing the things he loved. Born on March 1, 1932 to Denny and Cora Burch, Windy graduated from high school in House, New...

Michael Modern

Michael Modern

Sep 25, 2023

Michael Alan Modern was born on November 18, 1946 and died on September 25, 2023. Anyone that knew him will tell you that he was a unique and special person. He travelled the world, wrote poetry, read voraciously, and loved cats. Mike, with his dry humor and wit, will live on in our hearts. Services are private. Donations in Mike's...

Craig Richard Dingman

Craig Richard Dingman

Sep 25, 2023

Craig Richard Dingman, age 59, was born in Durand, Michigan on September 2, 1964 to Gerald Richard Dingman and Janet Ruth Bond. Craig attended Durand High School and graduated with the class of 1982. At the age of 19 he moved to Albuquerque New Mexico where he resided for the remainder of his life. He was immediately employed by Chaparral...

James O. Ray

James O. Ray

Sep 24, 2023

James O. Ray, a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, was born in West Monroe, Louisiana.  He served 4 years in the Navy, and was honorably discharged.  After a short stint in civilian life he enlisted in the Air Force where he retired in 1972.  He then worked in the private sector for the next 40 years before fully retiring in...

Nichola Renee “Nikki” Tripp

Nichola Renee “Nikki” Tripp

Sep 24, 2023

 

Nichola Renee “Nikki” Tripp, our beloved teacher, daughter and sister, passed away suddenly but peacefully in her home in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on Sunday, September 24, 2023. She was 56 years old. Nikki was born on August 14, 1967, in Queens, New York.  Nikki was the eldest of two daughters born to William Lee and Ruby Patricia Tripp.  Nikki is...

Epifanio Beltran-Martinez

Epifanio Beltran-Martinez

Sep 24, 2023

Epifanio Beltrán un hijo, hermano, esposo, papa, abuelo, y amigo ejemplar, un ejemplo a seguir para sus hijos. Nano como muchos lo conocimos murió el 24 de Septiembre del 2023 ala edad de 56 años después de una valiente batalla contra el cáncer. Apesar de que el ya no esta con nosotros sus hijos y todos sus seres queridos seguirán...

Don Harwood Pattison

Don Harwood Pattison

Sep 24, 2023

 

Don H. PattisonNovember 6,1930-September 24,2023Age 92

Graduated from Santa Fe high school in 1948. Don attended the University of New Mexico in business and later in life received his degree in Theology from Denver Baptist Seminary.  Don was married to Jane Pattison from 1950 to 1985 until Jane passed away. Don was married to Gene Wilson 1985 to 2021...

Rena Arrigoni

Rena Arrigoni

Sep 23, 2023

Rena Arrigoni passed away peacefully in her home on Saturday, September 23, 2023, surrounded by her loving daughters, Regina and Annette. She was born in Albuquerque on February 12, 1926 to her parents, Amerigo and Davina Menicucci. She was preceded in death by her, husband, Albert; daughter, Arlene; sister, Louise Stein; and brother, Mario Menicucci.

Rena leaves behind a legacy...

Huisuk Shires

Huisuk Shires

Sep 23, 2023

 

Huisuk Shires

Huisuk was born on 10 September 1955 in Seoul, Republic of Korea, the daughter of Chong, Ku Yon and Kim, Chang Ok.  As a young child her family moved to Songtan-up, near Osan Air Base, South Korea where she grew up, attended primary, middle school, and high school. 

After graduation, Huisuk took a job working as...

Paula Wiltgen

Paula Wiltgen

Sep 23, 2023

It is with a heavy heart we announce Paula Diane Wiltgen passed away Saturday, September 23, 2023.

 

Born Tuesday, January 24, 1967 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Paula began a life rooted in family and friends. Growing up close to her dearly loved grandmother, Doris Kugler, she graduated Valley High School and shortly began raising a family of her own.

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Theresa Aragon

Theresa Aragon

Sep 22, 2023

Theresa Anna Aragon, 80, passed away peacefully at her house in Albuquerque, NM on September 22, 2023 surrounded by her loving daughters, aunt, and cousin. Theresa was born on September 3, 1943 in Las Vegas, NM to Esequiel and Maria Aragon. In 1977, Theresa received her doctorate from the University of Washington, earning her bachelor's degree from Seattle University in...

Howard Anderson

Howard Anderson

Sep 22, 2023

Howard Leroy Anderson, loving husband, dedicated father, grandfather, and great grandfather, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2023, at the age of 86. He is survived by his children, Scott Anderson, Stacy Anderson (Debbie Sanchez), and David Anderson; his siblings Marge Tracy and Dean Anderson; grandchildren Christopher, Mara, Tori, and Ari; and great grandchildren Wesley and Gunnar.

Howard was preceded...

Herman Roberto Sanchez, Sr.

Herman Roberto Sanchez, Sr.

Sep 22, 2023

 



In Loving Memory of Herman Sanchez Sr.

 

Herman Roberto Sanchez Sr., a beloved resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2023, at the age of 91. He was born on December 7, 1931, in Santa Rosa, New Mexico, and his journey through life was marked by unwavering love, service, and an indomitable spirit.

 

Herman's...

Kay Stitelman

Kay Stitelman

Sep 21, 2023

Kay Masters Stitelman, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away on September 21st, 2023. She was born on April 14th, 1940, in Detroit, Michigan to Nathalyea Clara Germain Masters and Alfred Gilbert Masters.

She was predeceased by her parents, aunts, uncles and cousins from Michigan. 

Kay is survived by her son, Andrew Stitelman and granddaughter Vivienne Stitelman, both from Denver,...

Johnny Jenkins

Johnny Jenkins

Sep 21, 2023

Johnny Jenkins, 79, beloved Husband ,Father, Brother, Grandfather and Great Grandfather, was called to his eternal resting place on September 21, 2023. He entered this world on July 25, 1944 in Albuquerque, NM. He had an amazing career as an Electrician, loved riding motorcycles, enjoyed bass fishing and he shared his Mother's passion of pulling the slot machine handles. He...

John Aaron Cheshire

John Aaron Cheshire

Sep 21, 2023

John Cheshire, known by his family and friends as Aaron, 39, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on September 21, 2023. He was born on March 29, 1984, to his parents Richard and Dawn Cheshire.

He graduated from Eldorado High School in 2002, having made many lifelong friendships along the way.  After completing his high school education, Aaron decided to...

Elaine Louise Bawden

Elaine Louise Bawden

Sep 20, 2023

Elaine Louise Bawden PhDDr. Elaine Bawden died on Wednesday 20th September 2023 at the age of 76.  Elaine was born on August 28th 1947 in Winchester, Massachusetts, the daughter of Marjorie and John Comack. She grew up in Massachusetts and Florida where her parents owned a second home, attending public school in both states.  She attended the University of Massachusetts...

Richard Doyon

Richard Doyon

Sep 20, 2023

 

 

With deep sadness, the family of Richard (Rick) Doyon announces his passing on September 20, 2023. He was the youngest child of Ernest (deceased) and Beverly Doyon. He is survived by his mother, Beverly; sisters Shari Doyon (Gerald Schneider), and Rhonda Doyon, brother, Jeffrey Doyon, niece, Lauren Schneider, and nephew, Steven Schneider.

Richard’s father, Ernest, was a...

Barbara Lujan

Barbara Lujan

Sep 20, 2023

Barbara Lujan, age 64, of Albuquerque passed away September 20, 2023. A funeral mass will be said Friday, October 6, 2023, at 1:30 PM at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. The family will receive friends Thursday, October 5, 2023, from 5-7PM at FRENCH-Lomas.

Betty Jane Looney

Betty Jane Looney

Sep 20, 2023

 

Betty Jane Looney

March 12, 1930 - September 20, 2023

Betty Jane Looney, 93, passed away peacefully at home on September 20, 2023, surrounded by her loving family, following a brief illness.

Betty was born in Lexington, MO, on March 12, 1930. She and her family moved to Henderson, NV, in 1943. She was valedictorian of her class when...

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