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

Jo Ephraim

Jo Ephraim

Sep 19, 2024

Josephine Ephraim (Vasquez) , age 81, passed away September 19, 2024. Jo was known for her feisty spirit and love of fashion. She also enjoyed sports and games of all sorts. She is preceded in death by her husband Richard Ephraim and multiple siblings. She is survived by her daughters Kelly Smith (Dennis), Kim Ephraim (Jon Schlittler); 4 grandchildren Eric...

Catherine Fincher

Catherine Fincher

Sep 18, 2024

Our only 3 times Great Grandmother the oldest Matriarch of the Fincher Family became know as Granny when her great granddaughter Shanna was born. Her birth name is Catherine Clara Fincher born on September 12, 1927, who was known to everyone as "Cat" or "Kate". The sunset on her on September 18, 2024, in her passing. Catherine was preceded in...

Graciela Rivera

Graciela Rivera

Sep 17, 2024

 Graciela Rivera nacida el 11 de mayo de 1959, en la ciudad de San Salvador , el Salvador ! ella tenia 2 hijos llamados Wendy Rivera y Jimmy Rivera y su esposo de toda la vida Edwin Rivera Aguilar donde compartieron 49 años y medio ! 

Graciela fue con una mujer con muchos valores morales y espirituales , respetuosa con todas...

William Dennis

William Dennis

Sep 17, 2024

William R Dennis, born on July 17, 1943, in Urbana, IL, and raised in Albuquerque, NM, peacefully passed away on September 17, 2024, at the age of 81. William was a proud Navy veteran, having served his country. He graduated from Albuquerque High School and later pursued a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering. William found his passion in the industry...

Bill Atencio

Bill Atencio

Sep 17, 2024

On September 17, 2024 Bill Atencio passed away peacefully. He was born in Villanueva, NM and enjoyed many treasured and memorable times with his grandparents during his pre-school years and on his frequent visits. 

 He was preceded in death by his parents, Grace and Andrew Atencio, sisters Rosemarie Rodriguez and Patsy Cizan. Bill is survived by his beloved wife, Lupe, his...

Robin MacRorie

Robin MacRorie

Sep 16, 2024

Robin Christopher MacRorie

After a long battle with Hodgkins and then most recently with colon cancer, Rob MacRorie passed away Monday, September 16, 2024.

Rob is survived by his sister, Jennifer and her husband, Alejandro; their children, Miguel and Agustin; as well as his mother, Sharon; his aunt, Sandra and her two sons, Matt and Chris and Sandra's husband, Rex.

An avid vintage...

Norbert Siska

Norbert Siska

Sep 16, 2024

Norbert Siska (Norb, "Nubs") 92, passed away peacefully in his home on September 16, 2024. Born in Cincinnati, Ohio on January 13, 1932.

Norb was an avid and lifelong fan of the Cincinnati Reds and Bengals. (Who Dey)! 

Norb was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 50 years, Pat. Norb is survived by two sons Scott (Gunda) and Steve (Ann)...

Paul Brannon

Paul Brannon

Sep 16, 2024

Brannon -- Paul Jerry, age 88 a resident of Albuquerque, died on Monday, September 16, 2024. He is survived by daughters, April Anne Brannon and Charlaine Brannon. Should family desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Humane Society of NM www.ahanm.org . Private services have been held.

Pattie Jean Skousen

Pattie Jean Skousen

Sep 16, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Pattie Jean Skousen at the age of 71 on Monday, September 16, 2024. Pattie was born in Phoenix, AZ and lived a life of service and charity while following the gospel of Jesus Christ. Pattie was raised in Mesa, Arizona with her parents, (Erna May and Forrest Craghead) and...

Paul McDonough

Paul McDonough

Sep 15, 2024

Paul was born in Hartford, CT Monday, August 1, 1949 but moved to New Mexico in 1973. He went to work for GTE Lenkurt / Siemens. He also worked for Intel. He was a long-time member of the Irish/ American Society of New Mexico and the St Andrew Scottish of New Mexico, and the Celtic Community Center of New Mexico....

Virgena "Virginia" Garcia Costilla

Virgena "Virginia" Garcia Costilla

Sep 15, 2024

Virgena "Virginia" Garcia Costilla born in Plainview, Texas on April 2, 1941 passed away on September 15,2024 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

She raised seven children on her own, sacrificing so much to ensure all children were fed, clothed and sheltered. With a firm hand and endless love, she was both our mother and father. She was the backbone of the family....

Eliseo "Cass" Casillas

Eliseo "Cass" Casillas

Sep 15, 2024

With sadness we announce that Eliseo "Cass" Casillas passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 15, 2024, surrounded by family at his home in Albuquerque, NM. He was preceded in death by his father, Rev. Narciso Casillas Pinero and Paulina Galarza Olivera, both of Puerto Rico.

He is survived by his wife of 73 years, Mary E. Casillas and 3 children, Maryeli...

Robert Bye

Robert Bye

Sep 15, 2024

Robert Henry Bye It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Robert Henry Bye, affectionately called “Sunny” by his mother, who left us peacefully at his home in Corrales, NM, on September 15, 2024, at the age of 91. Born on May 15th, 1933, in Dixonville, Alberta, Canada, Robert dedicated his life to service, family, and community....

Glenn Riggins

Glenn Riggins

Sep 15, 2024

Glenn Riggins was born Friday, April 3rd, 1931, in Dougherty, Iowa to Clarence and Esther Riggins. His growing up years were spent in Dougherty, Sheffield and Hampton, Iowa. Along with his parents he had two brothers Keith and Stuart and one sister Jean all of whom preceded him.

Following high school and his first year of college he enlisted in the...

Christopher Peter Bush

Christopher Peter Bush

Sep 15, 2024

Christopher Peter Bush, at 68, a lifelong Albuquerque resident died on September 15, 2024, surrounded by loved ones.

He is survived by his daughter Rachel Maydew and husband Mark Maydew of Albuquerque, daughter Samantha Bush of Albuquerque, grandson Roger Maydew, brother, Chuck wife Sylvia, brother Cary Bush, sister Paula Brannon, and partner Vickie Otto.

Chris was preceded in death by his wife...

Thomas F. Herman, Jr.

Thomas F. Herman, Jr.

Sep 14, 2024

Thomas F. Herman, Jr., age 93, passed away Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 2:48am at Presbyterian in Albuquerque, NM. He was born March 20, 1931 in Herrick, SD. Tom has been a resident of Albuquerque since 1974.

Tom was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He is preceded in death by his wife, Guadalupe Perusquia Herman and infant daughter Olivia...

Pauline A. Jones

Pauline A. Jones

Sep 14, 2024

Pauline A. Jones passed away peacefully on September 14, 2024, sitting in her backyard, in the beautiful New Mexico sunshine with her dog, Max. She is survived by her children: Carol Adkins and her husband, Doug; Sharon Jones; and Larry Jones and his wife, Anne. Pauline has six grandchildren, of whom she was so proud: Emily and Jeremy Adkins, Sarah...

Alexander Hughes

Alexander Hughes

Sep 14, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Alex Hughes, beloved son of Sylvia M. Giomi and Scott D. Hughes, who departed this life on September 14, 2024. Born with an unyielding spirit and boundless dreams, Alex yearned from his earliest days to make his mark on the world, inspiring everyone who crossed his path with his...

Manuel Salazar

Manuel Salazar

Sep 14, 2024

At 2:52 a.m. on September 14, 2024, Uncle Manny joined his girl, Gloria.

Uncle Manny leaves behind "Junior," Pablo Velarde and Lynn, their children, Haile, Paul Jr., and Thomas; his brother-in-law Robert and his children Cassandra, Andrew and David; and his niece, Victoria and Lawrence. Manuel also leaves his sister-in-law, Judy and husband, Abenicio; sisters-in-law, Alicia and husband, Roland, Annie and...

Grace Ellen Brooks

Grace Ellen Brooks

Sep 13, 2024

Grace Ellen Brooks was called to her eternal resting place at the age of 89 on September 13, 2024. Her final moments were spent peacefully surrounded by loved ones in the comfort of her home. She entered this world on January 26, 1935, in Easton, PA, born to Franklin and Clara Martin along with one brother, Richard Martin. 

She graduated from...

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