Obituaries

Feliciano Valtierra

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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,...