Obituaries
Hector Grajeda
April 9, 2009
Hector, Grajeda, 65, passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2009. He is survived by his son; Hector Grajeda Jr., daughters; Elizabeth Soto, Rosalba Grajeda, and Carolina Caldera, brothers Javier and Juan F. Grajeda, sisters; Bertha Grajeda, Juaquina Padilla, Concepcion Guerrero, Olga Grajeda, Rosa Maria Grajeda, Blanca Vargas and Graciela. Visitation will be from 4-9 pm on Friday, April 10, 2009...
Eileen M. Ballard
April 9, 2009
Eileen Ballard, born February 11, 1918, in London, England, passed away peacefully in her sleep April 9, 2009. Eileen was preceded in death by her husband of fifty years, Lacy, and son Michael. Eileen is survived by her daughter Susan McBain (Louis), daughter-in-law, Peggy Ballard, eight grandchildren, Steven, Julie, Lori, Kelly, Lacy, Katy, Christopher and Jaimee, and seven great grandchildren....
Elisa A. Flores
April 9, 2009
Elisa A. Flores “Licha” 81, passed away peacefully on Thursday April 9th, 2009 at her home and was surrounded by all her loving family as she gently surrendered her soul to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She was born on November 28, 1927 in Torreon, Mexico to Maria & Ladislado Alvarez. She was preceded in death by her husband...
Lilia Irma Gandara De Chavez
April 9, 2009
Lilia Irma Gandara de Chavez, 60, visitation will be held from 4 pm to 8 pm, Monday, April 13, 2009 at Sunset Funeral Home-West, Chapel of Remembrance with a vigil at 7 pm. Mass of Remembrance to be held at 10 am, Tuesday, April 14, 2009 at St. Matthew Catholic Church. Survived by her husband, Mario Chavez, son, Mario Chavez,...
Keith Allen Jackson
April 9, 2009
Keith Jackson was born in Portland, Maine on September 27, 1955. His family moved to southern California where he spent most of his childhood. After graduating from Webb School of California, in 1973, a prep school, Keith didn’t settle on a college. While visiting a friend in Boston, he met Martina Thoma under the Citgo sign, in Kenmore Square. He...
Amadina Salazar
April 8, 2009
Amadina Salazar, 84, passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2009. She is survived by her sons; Pedro Pereda, Lucio Castaneda and Jesus Agustin Pereda, daughters; Olivia Figeroa and Diane S. Hernandez and sisters; Angelina Marquez and Consuelo Alvarado. Visitation will be at 4-9 pm on Sunday, April 12, 2009 at Sunset Funeral Home-East, 750 N. Carolina, with a Prayer Service...
Manuel Valtier
April 8, 2009
Manuel Valtier, 74, Visitation: 5:00-9:00 pm, Thursday, April 9, 2009 at Sunset Funeral Homes -Northeast with a Funeral Service at 7:00 pm. Committal Service: 9:30 am, Friday, April 10, 2009 at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Survived by wife, Ines Valtier; sons, Jonathan, Antonio and Mario; daughters, Pamela Janczak, Leslie Valtier Santillan, and Nancy Swopes; brothers, Patricio, Arturo, and Roberto; and...
Consuelo Hughes
April 7, 2009
Consuelo Hughes, 61 has gone on to join God after a painful 3 ½-month battle with stomach cancer. During that time, God blessed her by showing her the love and support of her enormous family that came together and coordinated their time to help take care of her in her time of need. She was also blessed with the abundance...
Leland M. Swegheimer
April 6, 2009
Retired Sergeant First Class Leland M. Swegheimer Jr., 68, passed away April 6, 2009 at William Beaumont Medical Center. He was born on April 24, 1940 in Massillon, Ohio to Leland M. Swegheimer Sr. and Helen V. Lowe. He was married to Elaine C. Dahlgard on April 13, 1967. The shared 41 blissful years together. He is preceded in death...
Lorenzo "Mr. R." Ramirez
April 6, 2009
Lorenzo S. Ramirez, affectionately known as Grandpa Lencho or Mr. R to his family and friends, age 84, of El Paso, Texas passed away on April 6, 2009. Preceded in death by his beloved son, Ruben Ramirez, left to cherish his memories are his wife of 62 years, Cruz F. Ramirez, sons, Ricardo (Janie) Ramirez and Rodolfo Ramirez, daughters Ruth...
Leonor A. DeJesus
April 5, 2009
Leonor A. DeJesus, 81, Committal Service: 10:00 am, Wednesday, April 8, 2009 at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Survived by daughters, Miriam Prohaska and Leonor Johnson. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Homes-Northeast.
Joseph S. Monticone
April 5, 2009
Joseph S. Monticone, beloved husband, father, Tata, and World War II veteran passed away peacefully on April 5, 2009, at home. He is survived by his wife, Evelina, and his three children, Joseph R., Martha C. and Dr. David Monticone. In addition to his children, he was affectionately known as “Tata” by his grandchildren: J.C. & Heather, Billy & Kelly,...
Raul Tellez
April 4, 2009
Raul Tellez, 66, passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2009. He is survived by his brother; Robert Tellez. Funeral Mass will be at 9:30 am on Thursday, April 23, 2009 at Cristo Rey Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-East.
Jesse B. Tyler
April 3, 2009
Jesse B. Tyler, 85, passed away, Friday, April 3, 2009. Mr. Tyler will have a Graveside Service on Friday, April 17, 2009 at Fort Bliss National Cemetery at 2 pm with Military Honors. SERVICES ENTRUSTED TO SUNSET FUNERAL HOME-EAST
Josefina Z. Hernandez
April 1, 2009
In loving memory of Josefina Z. Hernandez, 73, went to be with the Lord on April 1, 2009.She was a loving and caring mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She is survived by daughters; Guadalupe Vasquez, Socorro Chavez (Francisco), Rosa Rodriguez (Louie), and son; Manuel Hernandez Jr., 10 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren, sisters; Carmen Najera (Pedro) and Rosario Ramos (Rafael), also many...
June H Davidson
April 1, 2009
June H. Davidson, beloved wife, mother and grandmother entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, April 1, 2009. Mrs. Davidson was a member of The American Legion Ladies Auxiliary-Post 36, Jolly Corks of the B.P.O.E Lodge 187and she was active in community theatre. Left to cherish in her memory is her loving husband of 59 years; Mr. Charles W. Davidson, daughters;...
Russell Byrd
March 31, 2009
Russell Byrd, MSG (Retired), 79, of El Paso, TX, passed away on March 31, 2009. He was born November 2, 1929 in Hartford, CT, and raised in West Virginia. He retired from the U.S. Army after serving 27 years and also retired from the U.S. Postal Service. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jessie and Grace Byrd, his...
Hector T. Castillo
March 31, 2009
Hector Tobias Castillo, 70, was born December 16, 1938 in the Dominican Republic. He then ventured to the U.S. and was able to successfully run Metex Discount Corporation for over 40 years. Visitation: 5:00-9:00 pm, Friday, April 3, 2009 at Sunset Funeral Home-Northeast with a Eulogy at 6:30 pm. Interment: Private. Survived by wife, Maria Dolores Castillo; sons, Tobias Omar...
Steve Borjon
March 30, 2009
Steve Borjon, 33, a resident of El Paso, Tx for his whole life passed away on Monday, March 30, 2009. Steve was born in Yuma, AZ on December 19, 1975. He enjoyed playing tennis, bartending, baking cookies and spending time with his family and close friends. He is survived by his Mother; Margarita Simental of El Paso, TX., brother; Joe...
John Paul Scarbrough
March 30, 2009
Dr. John Paul Scarbrough, 90, passed away quietly in his home after a brief illness on March 30. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Sylvanus Scarbrough, his mother, Roxie Lena Drake Scarbrough, and his brother Eugene Scarbrough. He honorably served his country as a Weather Squadron Commander in the Army Air Corps Eighth Air Force during World...