Obituaries
Feliciano Valtierra
November 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...
Asencion Diaz de Stoddard
November 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
November 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
November 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
November 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....
Jeanne Marie Herbig
October 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...
William C. Nicholson
October 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,...
Joseph Flavius Lorkowski
October 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
October 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
October 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...
Elvira Jacobo Flores
October 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:...
Brandon Gonzales
October 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...
Maria Luisa Lara
October 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...
Ezequiel Arriola
October 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...
Ausena Duron
October 27, 2009
Ausena Segura Duron was born in Valentine, Texas on November 16, 1916 and went to be with the Lord on October 27, 2009 surrounded by her loved ones. She is preceded in death by the love of her life of 64 years, Gregory Duron, and parents Basilio and Maria Segura, sisters Dora Barriga, Clara Carillo and brothers Issac Segura, Rosendo...
Francisca Contreras
October 27, 2009
Francisca Contreras, 83, passed away on Tuesday, October 27, 2009. She was a long time resident of El Paso, Texas. She is survived by her sons; Mario and Angel Contreras, daughter; Rosemary Contreras, brother; Rafael Corona, sisters; Manuela and Carmen Corona, 8 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Contreras will have Visitation from 4-9 pm with a Vigil at 7 pm...
Manuel Galindo
October 26, 2009
Manuel Galindo Sr., 82, passed away on Monday, October 26, 2009. Survived by his wife; Esperanza Galindo, sons; Manuel Jr., Richard and Robert Galindo, daughter; Irma Brijalba, sisters; Matilde, Rosa, and Gloria. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with a Vigil at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 28, 2009 at Santa Teresa Catholic Church located at 1042...
Reynaldo M. Sanchez
October 26, 2009
Reynaldo M. Sanchez, 68, passed away on Monday, October 26, 2009. He is preceded in death by his daughter; Lupe Sanchez. Mr. Sanchez is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Irene Sanchez; daughters, Rose (Davaden) Crittenden, and Patricia (Doug) Knutson, grandchildren; Ashley Prato Gutierrez ( Raul), Tony Prato, Amber Prato, Stephanie Gaddis, Heather Crittenden and Melanie Crittenden, great...
Miguel Torres
October 24, 2009
Miguel “Mickey” Torres of El Paso, Texas born on May 21, 1970 went to be with the Lord on October 24, 2009. He is preceded in death by his Parents; Jesus and Maria Elena Torres. He is survived by his brothers; Isidro and Jaime Torres; sisters, Frances Torres Gibson, and Nancy Torres Soltero. Mike touched many lives through his creativity...
Dewayne Williams
October 22, 2009
Dewayne Williams was born on July 12, 1952 in Chicago, Illinois to Iola Williams and Earnest Taylor, Sr. but Ernest preceded him in death. He departed this life on Thursday, October 22, 2009 in the Intensive Care Unit of William Beaumont Army Medical Center in El Paso, Texas. He attended Walter Scott School and Hyde Park High School in Chicago,...