Obituaries

Modene Frances Weick

Modene Frances Weick

November 30, 2009

Modene Frances Weick, 94, passed away on Monday, November 30, 2009 from complications following a fall in her home on November 19, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband, Art, daughter Sue, her parents Jim and Effie Pearl, and her three brothers A.J., Gene, and Tack. She is survived by her sister Flossie, her four children, Dene Ann,...

Doyle Dean Benortham

Doyle Dean Benortham

November 30, 2009

Doyle Dean Benortham was born May 12, 1961 in El Paso, TX and passed away November 30, 2009. He served 6 years in the United States Army. He worked with the Civil Service for the German Air Force. He had many friends with the German Air Force where they became more than coworkers, they were like extended family. He loved...

Walter Edward Joseph Hunter

Walter Edward Joseph Hunter

November 29, 2009

Walter E. Hunter, 66, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend passed away on November 29, 2009, Walter was born and raised in New York, New York. He enlisted in the U.S. Army at age 17. A Veteran of the Viet Nam war, he served his country proudly for over 30 years, retiring as Chief Warrant Officer III. Upon retirement, he...

Francisca Santillan

Francisca Santillan

November 29, 2009

Francisca Santillan, 88, Visitation: 5:00-9:00 pm, Friday, December 4, 2009 at Sunset Funeral Home-Northeast with a Vigil/Rosary at 7:00 pm. Funeral Mass: 10:00 am, Saturday, December 5, 2009 at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Interment: Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Survived by son, Jose Valentin Santillan; daughters, Maria Luz Canalda, Blanca Rodriguez, Rosa Sanchez, and Carmen Marquez; brother, Valentin Bejarano; and...

Primitivo Reynoso

Primitivo Reynoso

November 28, 2009

Primitivo Reynoso 75: Visitation will be held Tuesday, December 1, 2009 from 4 to 9 pm with a Prayer Service at 7:00 pm at Sunset Funeral Homes-West. Funeral Service 10:00 am at Primera Iglesia Bautista in Canutillo, Texas. Interment to follow at Memory Gardens of the Valley. Survived by wife: Angela A. Reynoso; sons: Sergio A. Reynoso, Primitivo A. Reynoso...

Luis Antonio Rosales

Luis Antonio Rosales

November 28, 2009

Luis Antonio Rosales “Louie,” loving husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and the family Patriarch was born on May 10, 1927 in El Paso, TX. Louie, 82 passed away Saturday, November 28 at his home with his loved ones by his side. He is survived by his wife, Margarethe, and sons James (Lupe) of Vermont, Steve (Kim) of Washington and Louis (Sonja)...

Francisco Pablo Florentino

Francisco Pablo Florentino

November 28, 2009

Francisco Pablo Florentino, 75, passed away on Saturday, November 28, 2009. Survived by his wife; Jesusita Florentino,sons, Vicente, Mateo, Victor, Manuel, and Juan Pablo Florentino; daughters, Luz Elena Chavira, and Olga Proventino; sisters, Josefa Barco, and Nieves Florentino; 25 gandchildren; several great grandchildren. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with a Vigil at 7:00 p.m. on Monday,...

Judy B. Dunwody

Judy B. Dunwody

November 28, 2009

Judy B. Dunwody passed away Saturday, November 28, 2009. She was born on September 20, 1938 in Bryan, Texas. She was preceded in death by her father, H. J. Matejowsky; her mother Marietta Louise Dominy, her step-father James Dominy and her only sister Patricia Foster. She is survived by her loving husband of 48 years, Larry; her daughter Diane; her...

Francisco Pablo Florentino

Francisco Pablo Florentino

November 28, 2009

Francisco Pablo Florentino, 75, passed away on Saturday, November 28, 2009. Survived by his sons, Vicente, Mateo, Victor, Manuel, and Juan Pablo Florentino; daughters, Luz Elena Chavira, and Olga Proventino; sisters, Josefa Barco, and Nieves Florentino; 25 gandchildren; several great grandchildren. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with a Vigil at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, November 30,...

Julia Grajeda

Julia Grajeda

November 28, 2009

Julia Grajeda, age 82, passed away November 28, 2009. Julia will be remembered as being an exceptional and selfless person, and a wonderful mother grandmother and great grandmother. “A light from our household is gone, a voice we love is stilled. A place is vacant in our hearts that never can be filled”. Mrs. Grajeda was preceded in death by...

Israel F. Mireles

Israel F. Mireles

November 28, 2009

Our beloved husband, father, son, brother and friend Israel F. Mireles “Chino” 40, was unexpectedly called home on November 28, 2009. Born in Cd. Juarez, Mexico on November 30, 1968 and raised in El Paso, Texas. Israel dedicated part of his life to missionary work and helping others. While he was a missionary he was mentor to troubled youths. One...

James W. Wallace

James W. Wallace

November 27, 2009

James W. Wallace, 80. Funeral Mass: 10:00 am, Thursday, January 7, 2010 at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. Survived by son, James Wallace; and daughter, Julia Pedersen. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Homes-Northeast.

Javier Ronquillo

Javier Ronquillo

November 27, 2009

Javier Ronquillo, 49, passed away on Friday, November 27, 2009. Survived by his son; Javier Ronquillo Jr., brother; Mario Ronquillo, sisters; Lorena Soto, Sylvia Ibanez, and Eva Cruz. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with a Vigil at 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 29, 2009 at Sunset Funeral Home-Americas. Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 a.m. Monday,...

Rusty Williams

Rusty Williams

November 26, 2009

Sidney Lee Williams, Jr., who everyone knew as Rusty, made his journey to Heaven on November 26, 2009. Rusty grew up in Conroe, Texas with the most loving parents imaginable. He played football and was well liked by everyone. He would always stop to help if he saw someone in need, asking that person to continue the circle and help...

Fred R. Gorham

Fred R. Gorham

November 25, 2009

Fred R. Gorham, 82, Graveside Service: 1:30 pm, Tuesday, December 1, 2009 at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Survived by wife, Rosa Gorham; son, Fred Garry Gorham; daughters, Karen Sue Gorham and Sandra Haley; brother, Bob Gorham; and sister Kay Martin. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Homes-Northeast.

Frank John Ruchlewicz

Frank John Ruchlewicz

November 25, 2009

Frank John Ruchlewicz, 85, born on April 17, 1924 in Rend City, Illinois to Justyn and Mary Ruchlewicz passed away on November 25, 2009. Mr. Ruchlewicz enjoyed softball, fishing, hunting, and camping. He was a Boy Scout leader for the American Legion. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, 4th Degree Council No. 638 (Mother Council of Texas)...

Lloyd Wade

Lloyd Wade

November 25, 2009

Lloyd Wade, 70, born on March 16, 1939 in Plaquemine, Louisiana passed away on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 in El Paso, TX. He retired from the US Army and a longtime resident of El Paso. Survived by his loving wife, Anniliese Wade, son, Derrick W. Wade and 2 grandchildren, Derrick Wade, Jr. and Brandon Wade. Nieces and nephews, Jennifer, Darrell,...

Henry Stokes

Henry Stokes

November 25, 2009

Henry Stokes was born on June 20, 1942 to Bessie Stokes and Oliver Wiggins in New Orleans, Louisiana. He went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 25, 2009, at the age of 67. A long time resident of El Paso, he proudly served his country for 26 years, he was also a Veteran of the Vietnam War....

Imelda A. Garcia

Imelda A. Garcia

November 25, 2009

Imelda A. Garcia, 89, Visitation will be held from 2:00-9:00 pm, Friday, November 27, 2009 at Sunset Funeral Home-West with a Vigil at 7:00 pm. Burial will be held in Mexico. Survived by her sons, Arturo and Rafael Garcia; daughters, Eladia Herrera, Hermila Galindo, Conchita Melero, Gloria Montenegro, Hilda Galindo and Roselia Alvarez; sisters, Leonor Montenegro and Escolastica Herrera. Services...

Manuel G Torres

Manuel G Torres

November 24, 2009

Manuel G. Torres, 84, went home to Heaven on November 24, 2009. He was a loving son, brother, husband, awesome father, and devoted grandfather. He was a devout Catholic and served the church his entire life. He set the example to his family and friends of always putting God FIRST. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II...