Albuquerque Memorial Honors Al Hurricane Jr.
Supporters dedicated a commemorative bench at Los Altos Golf Course to honor the late musician.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Golf
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Supporters and local officials gathered at Los Altos Golf Course to dedicate a memorial bench to Al Hurricane Jr. The ceremony took place on what would have been the musician's 67th birthday.
Why it matters
The bench serves as a permanent tribute to the legacy of Al Hurricane Jr. within the Albuquerque community. It complements recent efforts to support local youth through golfing initiatives.
The memorial bench honors the musician who would have turned 67 years old on the day of the dedication. Proceeds from a recent memorial tournament, which preceded this event, were donated to the Los Altos Junior Golf Program.
The players
Al Hurricane Jr.
He was a well-known musician who passed away in May 2026.
Tim Keller
He is the Mayor of Albuquerque who attended the memorial ribbon-cutting ceremony.
The details
Mayor Tim Keller participated in the ribbon-cutting ceremony held Friday morning at the course. Organizers also highlighted the successful fundraising efforts from a memorial golf tournament held earlier this month that now support local junior golfers.
Timeline
May 2026: Al Hurricane Jr. passed away.
October 2026: A memorial golf tournament was held.
October 30, 2026: A memorial bench dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony took place.
Season Trajectory
The memorial golf tournament contributes to the long-term sustainability of the Los Altos Junior Golf Program. These events bolster community engagement at the course beyond standard competitive play.
The memorial bench provides a permanent point of interest for visitors to Los Altos Golf Course. Players and guests may now encounter this site while navigating the local course grounds.
The takeaway
Honoring public figures through permanent installations helps preserve local history and community identity. Residents can continue to support youth athletic programs by participating in future charity tournaments at local courses.
What happens next
Organizers are currently planning a future tribute concert to honor the life of Al Hurricane Jr.
Further reading
Learn more about local course initiatives in the Golf section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KRQE 13.
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