Obituaries

February 17, 2017

Bertha D. Valdez, 81, was born on February 26, 1935 in El Paso, Texas to her parents, who preceded her in death, Francisco Enriquez and Carlotta Resendez. She passed away at her home on February 17, 2017. Bertha leaves behind to cherish her memory, her husband of 55 years, Sabino Valdez; son, Sabino Valdez, Jr.; daughters, Marisa Gamboa, Esther Valdez,...

February 17, 2017

Charlotte Adams, 95, Visitation will be from 11:00am to 12noon with a Vigil/Rosary at 12noon on Monday, February 27, 2017 at Sunset Funeral Home Northeast. Committal Service will be at 10:00am on Friday, March 3, 2017 at Fort Bliss National Cemetery.

February 17, 2017

Jose Pedro Castro Jr., 66, Visitation will be held from 4:00-9:00 PM, with a Vigil/Rosary to begin at 7:00 PM, Friday, February 24, 2017 at Sunset Funeral Home East, 750 N. Carolina Dr. Funeral Mass will be at 9:00 am, Saturday, February 25, 2017 at Little Flower Catholic Church, 171 Polo Inn. Interment will be Private.

February 16, 2017

Mary Ann Sanchez, 73, was born on September 9, 1943 to Marion Widas and Enedina Carrejo in El Paso, Texas. She is survived by her husband, Raymundo Sanchez; son, Raymundo Sanchez, Jr.; and granddaughter, Ysabel Sanchez. Visitation will be held from 4:00 - 9:00 p.m., with a Vigil/Rosary to begin at 7:00 p.m., Sunday, February 19, 2017 at Sunset Funeral...

February 16, 2017

Karl Thomas Partch, 81, passed peacefully, guided by our Lord and Savior on February 16, 2017 after a complicated illness in his home surrounded by his loving family. Karl, a Veteran of Foreign Wars, served in the United States Army stationed predominately on the Russian and German border during the Korean War era. He was a member of Chapter 8919...

February 16, 2017

Carlos Ramirez, 69, Visitation will be from 5:00pm to 9:00pm with a Vigil/Rosary at 7:00pm on Wednesday, February 22, 2017 at Sunset Funeral Home Northeast. Funeral Mass will begin at 12:30pm on Thursday, February 23, 2017 at Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church. Committal Service will follow at 1:30pm at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with Military Honors. Services entrusted to...

February 16, 2017

Enrique Acosta, 88, passed away on Thursday, February 16, 2017. He was a loving father, husband, grandfather, uncle and friend. Enrique was an avid baseball player, who played for various amateur teams at Dudley Field. He also was nominated for El Paso’s baseball hall of fame. He traveled throughout the southwest showcasing his talents on the field as a shortstop....

February 16, 2017

Merlinda Adela Smith, 82, passed away on Thursday, February 16, 2017. Merlinda was born in San Andres Island, Colombia on July 12, 1935. She successfully completed her course of study in South America. Merlinda would later marry the love of her life in 1964, Leamon. She basically valued life in general, also loved to socialize with others, and cook on...

February 15, 2017

Marguerite Caruthers passed away on Wednesday, February 15, 2017 at the age of 65. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, educator, friend, actress and animal lover who will be greatly missed. She was preceded in death by her husband Jud, her dog Izzy and grandcat Pandora. She is survived by her children Katherine Lileck-Moreno, Brendan Caruthers, Quinn Judson Caruthers,...

February 14, 2017

February 13, 2017

Francisco V. Ortiz, 86, Visitation will be from 5:00pm to 9:00pm with a Vigil/Rosary at 7:00pm on Monday, February 20, 2017 at Sunset Funeral Home Northeast, 4631 Hondo Pass. Scripture Service will be from 12:30pm on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at Sunset Funeral Home Northeast. Committal Service will follow at 1:30pm at Fort Bliss National Cemetery.

February 13, 2017

Velia Hernandez Garcia, beloved wife, mother and grandmother left us to be with our Lord Monday, February 13, 2017. Velia born November 3, 1933 in El Paso, was preceded in death by son Lorenzo Garcia Jr. Velia is survived by husband Lorenzo Garcia Sr., 12 children, Maria (Saul), Jesus, Tony (Janet), Armando, Jose (Angela), Danny (Martha), Frank (Frances), Irma (Ramiro),...

February 13, 2017

Jorge Carbajal, 70, Visitation: 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm with a Vigil/Rosary at 7:00 pm Wednesday, February 15, 2017 at Sunset Funeral Home East, 750 N. Carolina.

February 13, 2017

Silvia Hilda Martin,92, entered into rest on February 13, 2017 in El Paso, Texas. She was born on November 3, 1924. Direct Cremation to follow

February 12, 2017

Maria Elena Alvidrez, 90, Visitation: 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm with a Vigil/Rosary at 7:00 pm Thursday, February 16, 2017 at Sunset Funeral Home East, 750 N. Carolina. Funeral Mass: 11:00 am Friday, February 17, 2017 at Our Lady of the Light Catholic Church-Dolan Chapel, 355 Dolan. Committal Service to follow at 12:00 pm at Evergreen Cemetery East. www.sunsetfuneralhomes.net

February 12, 2017

Candelaria Viera, 90, passed away peacefully at home, Sunday, February 12, 2017, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. She was born February 2, 1927, in Naguabo, Puerto Rico. “Candida” was a great cook, loved music, dancing, and caring for her family. She is survived by her husband of 64 years, Martin Viera-Rivera. She also has two surviving sisters, Emilia...

February 12, 2017

Roman G. Benavides, 79, Visitation will be from 5:00pm to 9:00pm with a Vigil/Rosary at 7:00pm on Friday, February 17, 2017 at Sunset Funeral Home Northeast. Funeral Mass will begin at 9:00am on Saturday, February 18, 2017 at St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Committal Service will follow at 10:00am at Desert View Cemetery. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home Northeast.

February 12, 2017

John Perales born December 8, 1970. "I am totally prepared for this in every way, if I need to leave this world then go home by way of the buffalo then so shall it be, I will fight till the end, I have had such a good life one that rock stars envy." This world will miss him. He is...

February 11, 2017

February 11, 2017

Mary L. Gabriel passed away on Saturday, February 11, 2017 at the age of 81. She was a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother and will be deeply missed. Mary was born in Brownwood, Texas on October 3, 1935. She graduated from Brownwood High School and would later wed the love of her life in 1969, Joseph Gabriel. As a military...