Obituaries
Rachel Pineda
September 10, 2026
Rachel Madrid Pineda, beloved wife, mother, teacher, and advocate for the poor, passed away on September 9th, 2026, surrounded by her family. Rachel was 92 years old and a resident of El Paso, Texas for 57 years. She was married to Gus S. Pineda for more than 63 years.
Rachel is survived by her children: Dr. Nancy Pineda-Madrid (Larry Gordon), Paul...
Nellie Mae Turbeville
September 7, 2026
June 24, 1931 ~ September 7, 2026
It is with hearts full of gratitude to her heavenly Father that we announce that Nellie Mae Feazel Turbeville stepped into eternity, into the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, in the early morning hours of Monday, September 7, 2026, at 2:30 a.m., in El Paso, Texas.
Nellie was born on Wednesday, June...
Manuel H. Villalon
September 2, 2026
Beloved husband, father, Papa, brother, soldier, mentor, and friend, Manuel Horacio Villalon Jr., 77, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. With gratitude in his heart and faith in his soul, Manny's earthly journey came to an end as he went home to be with Jesus.
Born on August 8, 1949, to Felipa...
Elisabeth A. Brinkley
September 2, 2026
Elisabeth Annemarie Brinkley, 86, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2026. Elisabeth was born in Ulm, Germany on May 24, 1940 to Gerhard and Maria Glauch. The eldest of 5 sisters, Elisabeth grew up and attended Catholic schools in Germany’s Baden-Württemberg region. Elisabeth met and married the love of her life, Edwin Brinkley in 1962. She was a committed partner...
Ismael Legarreta
September 5, 2026
In Loving Memory of Ismael Legarreta
March 1, 1955 - September 5, 2026
It is with profound sadness and loving hearts that we announce the passing of Ismael Legarreta, who peacefully left us on September 5, 2026, at the age of 71.
Ismael was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, godfather, mentor, friend, and man of faith. His life was defined by his...
Carlos Mendoza Arenas
September 10, 2026
Carlos Mendoza Arenas, 77, entered into eternal rest on September 10, 2026 in El Paso, Texas. Carlos is preceded n death by his parents, Alejandro Mendoza & Maria Luisa Arenas. His beloved wife Irma Mendoza. Siblings, Antonio Mendoza, Lazaro Mendoza, Maria de la Luz Hernandez, Maria Ines Salas. Carlos is survived by his children, Alejandro Mendoza, Irma Patricia Mendoza, Sarita...
Maria B. Munoz
September 9, 2026
Maria B. Munoz, age 84, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, September 10, 2026. She was a wonderful daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great- grandmother, friend and will be dearly missed. Maria is preceded in death by her parents: Juan Pablo Banuelos and Aniceta Esparza, her husband: Anastacio Munoz Sr., as well as her siblings: Elia Regaldo and Martha Banuelos....
Ernestina Aguilera "Tina"
September 9, 2026
Ernestina “Tina” Aguilera, 89, passed away on Wednesday, September 9, 2026. Tina was a beloved mother, aunt, grandmother, and “Granny” whose love and presence touched generations of her family. She is survived by her children, Isabel Aguilera and Ernesto Aguilera, as well as her nieces and daughters by heart, Olga Strange and Graciela Townsend, along with nine grandchildren, ten great...
Lucia Barraza
September 9, 2026
Lucia Barraza entered into the hands of Our Lord and Savior on a Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at the age of 99. Lucia was a good person with a warm heart and a calm demeanor that made everyone feel accepted and comfortable. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who will be deeply loved and greatly missed by...
Porfirio Moreno Jr.
September 8, 2026
Porfirio Moreno Jr., 80, Visitation will be from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM with a Vigil/Rosary at 6:00 PM, Monday, September 21, 2026 at Sunset Funeral Homes - East, 750 N. Carolina Dr. Funeral Mass will be held at 1:30 PM, Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 131 S. Zaragoza. Graveside Service will follow at...
Santiago Sanchez
September 7, 2026
Santiago Sanchez, 77, passed away on Monday, September 8, 2026.Santiago was born in Madera, Chihuahua on January 27, 1949. Santiago worked for Thunder Basin Coal company as a miner. Santiago met his wife, Cruzita, in the 1970s. Santiago is preceded in death by his parents; Maria and Manuel, daughter; Alice brother; Ramon, and sister; Martha. He leaves behind his wife;...
Jenny Chavez
September 6, 2026
Jenny Chavez, 65, of Canutillo, Texas, passed away on September 6, 2026.
Jenny was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend who lived life with passion, strength, and conviction. She loved to travel and enjoyed creating memories and experiencing new places. Her Catholic faith was an important part of her life and provided her with comfort, strength, and guidance.
Jenny is survived...
Joanne Bradley Wieters
September 6, 2026
Joanne Bradley Wieters, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, social worker, advocate, and friend, returned to her heavenly home on the morning of September 6, 2026, at the age of 82. Her life was marked by faith, compassion, intellectual curiosity, and a deep commitment to helping others through life’s most difficult moments.
Joanne was born on April 17, 1944. A devoted Catholic,...
Maria Del Carmen Avalos
September 5, 2026
Maria Del Carmen Avalos, 66, entered into eternal rest on September 5, 2026 in El Paso, TX. Maria Del Carmen is preceded in death by her parents, Victor Avalos and Maria De Leon. Maria Del Carmen is survived by her loving brothers, Gustavo Avalos and Victor Avalos Jr. Sisters, Aida Avalos, Leticia Avalos and Hilda Avalos. Maria Del Carmen was...
Ricky "Monster" Gomez
September 5, 2026
Ricky "Monster" Gomez, 56, entered into eternal rest on September 5, 2026 in El Paso, Texas. Ricky is preceded in death by his parents Marcelo Gomez Jr. & Engracia Holguin. Siblings, Jose Gomez, Frank Gomez & Mary Silvas. Ricky is survived by his children, Ricardo Gomez Jr.& Rey Fi-Pathu Gomez. Companion, Letty Ruiz. Siblings, Luis Gomez, Tury Gomez, Irma Trejo,...
Javier F. Gardea
September 4, 2026
Gathering will be held from 4:00 to 8:00 pm with a Scripture Service at 6:00 pm Wednesday, October 07, 2026 at Sunset Funeral Home- East, 750 N. Carolina Dr. El Paso, Texas 79915.
Services are entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home- East, 750 N Carolina Dr., El Paso, Texas 79915
Eliborio "Goyo" Figueroa
September 3, 2026
Eliborio Figueroa, 76, entered into eternal rest on September 3, 2026 in Socorro, TX. Eliborio is preceded in death by his parents, Merced and Victoria Figueroa. Eliborio is survived by his beloved wife, Ernestina Morales. Sons, Javier Figueroa, Eliborio Figueroa Jr. and Jesus Morales. Daughters, Teresa Figueroa Andrade and Marisol Figueroa. Brothers, Erasmo Figueroa y Jose Merced Figueroa. Sisters, Emelina...
Reynaldo Badillo
September 2, 2026
Ray Badillo of El Paso, TX, passed away in peace on September 2nd, 2026. “Dad”, as he was lovingly called by his family and friends, was born on June 24th 1933 to Martin and Anita Badillo. After serving in the United States Airforce, Ray went on to complete numerous buildings and warehouse projects as a construction foreman throughout El Paso,...


