Unclaimed/Indigent Memorial Ceremony - 6-3-15

The county, in conjunction with Riverside Funeral Home, honored Bernalillo County unclaimed and indigent residents with a memorial burial ceremony on June 3. The Bernalillo County Procurement & Business Services Department administers the Unclaimed/Indigent Cremation Program for deceased persons who have passed away within the geographical boundaries of Bernalillo County.

It is the mission of the Bernalillo County to provide a deserved, lawful, proper and dignified manner of disposition for those decedent residents who are indigent or go unclaimed upon death, and to handle every case accurately and lawfully with the utmost attention. Bernalillo County respects each individual in the community and will treat all with maximum regard and dignity.

For more information about the program, please contact Rachel Maestas at (505) 468-7253.