Obituaries

Robert Serna

Robert Serna

Nov 7, 2009

Robert Serna beloved husband and father went to be with The Lord, November 7, 2009 at 77 years of age. He is survived by his wife of 49 years; Bercy Serna, daughter; RubyBercy Serna, sons; Richard Carrasco and Robert Serna Jr., sister; Aurora Ramirez, brothers; Carlos and Rudy (Lupita) Serna, many nieces and nephews and was preceded in death by...

Brett John Burkhart

Brett John Burkhart

Nov 6, 2009

Brett John Burkhart - Loving Family Man, Friend and Prankster Brett John Burkhart, 44, died November 6, 2009. Brett was born on August 15, 1965 in Aurora, Illinois. He was the youngest of three children. Brett graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business & Marketing from Texas Tech University. He was a long-time resident of El Paso, Texas and...

Brett John Burkhart

Brett John Burkhart

Nov 6, 2009

Brett John Burkhart, 44, Memorial Service to be held from 5 pm to 6 pm, Thursday, November 12, 2009, at Sunset Funeral Home-West, Chapel of Peace. He is survived by his companion, Tammy Voorheis, father, John Burkhart. He is also survived by his sisters, Myth Srsic and Blythe Burkhart. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-West.

James Wilson,

James Wilson,

Nov 5, 2009

James Wilson Jr., 41, Visitation: 10:00 am-12:00 pm, Monday, November 16, 2009 at Northeast Bible Fellowship Church. Funeral Service: 12:00 pm, Monday, November 16, 2009 at Northeast Bible Fellowship Church. Interment: Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Survived by wife, Crystal Wilson; son, Devin George Wilson; parents, James Sr. and Angela Wilson; brothers, Mark, Reginald, Demond, and Daniel Wilson; and sister, Rebecca...

Feliciano Valtierra

Feliciano Valtierra

Nov 4, 2009

Feliciano Valtierra was born in Smeltertown, TX on September 16, 1917 and went to be with our Lord November 4, 2009. He lived his life with honor, humility, respect, and love and taught his children to do the same. His beautiful soul will never be forgotten. We love and thank you Dad from all of your grandchildren, sons and daughters...

CPL Tony Carrasco,

CPL Tony Carrasco,

Nov 4, 2009

Army CPL Tony Carrasco, Jr., 25 born February 11, 1984 in Las Cruces, NM to Antonio and Juana Carrasco. Tony’s life was cut short while on deployment in Iraq, he was killed on Wednesday, November 4, 2009 by a sniper. Tony enlisted with the U.S. Army in January 2008 to serve his country, and he was currently stationed in Ft....

Samuel Apodaca

Samuel Apodaca

Nov 4, 2009

Samuel Apodaca, 75, passed away on Wednesday, November 4, 2009. He is survived by his wife; Lucy Apodaca, sons; Sam Apodaca, Paul Edward Apodaca, daughters; Laura Diane Apodaca, Rose Ann Ortega, Dawn B. Apodaca, brother; Felix Apodaca, sister; Alicia Aguirre, 5 grandchildren and 2 great gradchildren. Visitation will be from 4-9 pm on Sunday, November 8, 2009 with a Vigil...

Asencion Diaz de Stoddard

Asencion Diaz de Stoddard

Nov 4, 2009

Asencion Diaz de Stoddard was born in Durango, Mexico on May 4th, 1948 to Manuel Guerra Ortega and Dionisia Diaz Zuniga. While still very young she came to El Paso in search of a better life. Known to all as “Martha,” she was a hard worker, a dedicated wife and mother and a very successful caterer. She is survived by...

Arraby Kelly

Arraby Kelly

Nov 3, 2009

Arraby Provine Kelly, age 104, died peacefully on Tuesday, November 3, 2009, in the presence of family member and caregivers. She was born in Quanah, Texas, on August 9, 1905, to William Claiborne Provine and Nannie Kennedy Provine. By age 9 both parents had died and she was taken to Forth Worth, Texas, where she was raised by aunt and...

Elizabeth Escandon-Gonzalez

Elizabeth Escandon-Gonzalez

Nov 3, 2009

Elizabeth Escandón-Gonzalez 11-18-54 to 11-3-09 Elizabeth Escandón-Gonzalez passed away Tuesday November 3rd after a lengthy illness. She is preceded in death by her parents Raul and Carmen Escandon and her brother Leonardo. She is survived by her husband Salvador Peter Gonzalez, stepdaughters Edith Gonzalez, Risa Ryti, 6 grandchildren, her brothers Raul Luis, Emilio Gabriel, Ralph Gerard and many nieces and...

Antonia O. Lopez

Antonia O. Lopez

Nov 2, 2009

Antonia Lopez, Our Loving Mother and Grandmother was born in El Paso,Texas, on November 23rd, 1928. Our Lord took his gift to us, back home on November 2nd, 2009. She is preceded on her journey by her husband Arturo Lopez, and her son Danny Lopez. She prayed daily for her children, David Lopez, Patricia Ellithorp, Linda Armendariz, and Art Lopez....

William C. Nicholson

William C. Nicholson

Oct 31, 2009

William C. (Nick) Nicholson passed away peacefully with his family at his side on October 31, 2009. Nick proudly served his country in the U.S. Army for 24 years and a veteran of the Vietnam and Korean wars. Nick is preceded in death by his son, William C. (Chuck) Nicholson. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years,...

Jeanne Marie Herbig

Jeanne Marie Herbig

Oct 31, 2009

Jeanne Marie Herbig, 66. Committal Services: 1:00 pm, Friday, November 6, 2009 at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Interment: Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Survived by husband: Joachim Herbig; sons: Michael Hildreth & Jim Hildreth; daughters: Donna Chaffins and Kathy Stanfield; brother: Michael Greneir and Robert Grenier; sisters: Dora Henry, Arlene Grenier, Rita Andrews, Claire Andrews, and May Grenier. Services entrusted to...

Joseph Flavius Lorkowski

Joseph Flavius Lorkowski

Oct 30, 2009

Joseph Flavius Lorkowski passed away Friday, October 30, 2009, at the age of 93. His eventful and productive life can best be described as one of service; he always tried to serve his God, his country, his family and fellow man to the best of his ability. Born Joseph Anthony Lorkowski in Detroit, Michigan, on June 11, 1916, to Joseph...

David Recovo

David Recovo

Oct 30, 2009

David Jose Recovo Jr., 40- On October 30, 2009 lifetime El Paso resident David Jose Recovo Jr. was called back home by Our Holy Father. David was blessed with a beautiful sense of humor and enjoyed making his family and friends laugh. He is survived by his loving family; his wife of 20 years Alyson Recovo and their children David...

Arzie L. Lewis

Arzie L. Lewis

Oct 29, 2009

Arzie L. Lewis, SSG retired was born February 22, 1948 and after a long battle with cancer went home with the Lord on October 29, 2009. He served in the US Army, and upon completion of service began working at the US Postal service in Las Cruces and retired after 19 years. He is survived by his wife, Tal; his...

Brandon Gonzales

Brandon Gonzales

Oct 29, 2009

Brandon Charles Gonzales was born May 29, 2000, he passed away on October 29, 2009. Brandon attended Dr. Nixon Elementary School where he was in the 4th grade gifted and talented class. Brandon was full of life and kind hearted. He had compassion for his friends and family. We will miss his smile, his warm friendliness, his positive attitude and...

Elvira Jacobo Flores

Elvira Jacobo Flores

Oct 29, 2009

Elvira Jacobo Flores, 93, Visitation will be held from 6:00-9:00 pm, Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at Sunset Funeral Home-West, Chapel of Peace with a Vigil at 7:00 pm. Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 am Wednesday, November 4, 2009 at Sunset Funeral Home-West, Chapel of Peace. Interment to follow at Memory Gardens of the Valley Cemetery. Survived by son:...

Ezequiel Arriola

Ezequiel Arriola

Oct 28, 2009

Ezequiel Arriola, 72, Visitation: 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm with a Vigil/Rosary at 7:00 pm Sunday, November 1, 2009 at Sunset Funeral Homes-Americas. Funeral Mass: 10:00 am, Monday, November 2, 2009 at St. Peter & Paul Catholic Church. Interment: Private. Survived by wife, Carmen Arriola; daughter: Maribel Alfaro; sons: Ezequiel Arriola, Jr. and Juan Carlos Arriola; brothers: Andres, Salvador and...

Maria Luisa Lara

Maria Luisa Lara

Oct 28, 2009

Maria Luisa Lara, 72, Visitation: 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm, Monday, November 2, 2009 at Sunset Funeral Homes-Northeast with a Vigil/Rosary at 7:00 pm. Funeral Mass: 11:30 am, Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Interment: Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Survived by sons, Rafael Jr., Daniel, and David Lara; daughters, Patricia Quick, Sylvia Lara and Rosemarie Randle; mother, Belen...

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