Obituaries

Bertha Labrado

Bertha Labrado

August 4, 2026

Mrs. Bertha Labrado was born on August 10, 1929, in El Paso, Texas, and entered eternal rest on August 4, 2026, just days before her 97th birthday.

Bertha lived a beautiful life filled with love, strength, and devotion to her family. She was a hardworking and determined woman.

Above all, Bertha was a loving and devoted mother. Her family was her greatest...

Mario S. Martinez

Mario S. Martinez

August 10, 2026

Mario S. Martinez passed away peacefully on August 10, 2026, in El Paso, TX. He was born on July 16, 1942, in Zacatecas, Mexico, to Miguel Martinez Telles and Maria Santos Martinez

Mario was a hard worker throughout his whole life; he worked multiple jobs throughout the span of his life, from shining soldiers' shoes to working as a server and...

Esther Jean Reynolds

Esther Jean Reynolds

July 21, 2026

Esther Torbert Reynolds, 98, left this earth to be with her husband and son on July 21, 2026. Esther Jean was born March 19, 1928, in Malta, Ohio, the beloved daughter of Arthur Torbert and Gladys Williams Torbert. Esther grew up in McConnelsville, Ohio, where her father was a respected probate judge. In college, Esther met and later married Eugene...

Isidro "Chirro" G. Carrillo

Isidro "Chirro" G. Carrillo

August 18, 2026

An obituary is currently being composed.

Additional service information is being confirmed.

Saeko M. Jimenez

Saeko M. Jimenez

August 18, 2026

Saeko M. Jimenez age 84, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, August 18, 2026.

She is preceded in death by her father Taro Miyagi and mother Ushi.

She is survived by her husband: Manuel Jimenez: her dearest children: James Louis Jimenez and Maria Lisa Apodaca: and her four grandchildren. 

Visitation will be held at 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Monday August 24,...

Jorge Paz

Jorge Paz

August 17, 2026

Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 pm, Thursday, August 27, 2026 with Scripture Service at 7:00 pm at Sunset Funeral Home-East.

Interment will be held at 1:00 pm, Friday, August 28, 2026 at Fort Bliss National Cemetery.

Services are entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-East, 750 N Carolina Dr. El Paso, Texas 79915.

Sgt. Carlos O. Torres

Sgt. Carlos O. Torres

August 16, 2026

Sgt. Carlos O. Torres, our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away Sunday, August 16, 2026 at the age of 71. He is survived by his loving family: daughters Patricia Magallanez (Mando) and Pamela Hall (Abraham); grandchildren: Patrick Arenivar, Jr., Mercedes A. Magallanez, Priscilla Arenivar, Destiny Sanchez, Joshua Magallanez, Miranda Magallanez, and Jaxen A. Hall; great-granddaughters Alaïa Mae Magallanez...

Gerald Dominguez

Gerald Dominguez

August 16, 2026

Gerald Dominguez 64, 

Visitation will be held at 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm followed by a Rosary at 6:00 pm Thursday August 27, 2026 at Sunset Funeral Home- East

Scripture Service will be held at 10:00 am at Sunset Funeral Home- East followed by a Graveside Memorial Service at 11:30 am at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery on Friday August 28, 2026.

Samuel Monrreal

Samuel Monrreal

August 16, 2026

Samuel Monrreal, 64, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, August 16, 2026. He was a wonderful husband, son, father, grandfather, friend and community member. He will be greatly missed. He is preceded in death by his parents: Julio Monrreal and Andrea Cisneros, and his siblings: Andres Monrreal, Raquel Flores, Isabel Monrreal Luna, Julio Monrreal, and Josue Monrreal. He is survived...

Cruz E. Ramirez

Cruz E. Ramirez

August 15, 2026

Cruz E. Ramirez, age 77, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, August 15, 2026, in El Paso, Texas. He was a wonderful husband, father, son, brother, grandfather, and friend. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. 

Cruz was preceded in death by his parents, Elias Ramirez and Manuela Tarin, and his sister, Mary Ramirez.

He is survived...

Juan Antonio Ogaz

Juan Antonio Ogaz

August 15, 2026

Juan Antonio Ogaz passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 15, 2026. He was a devoted son, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. He is preceded in death by his parents, Ignacio Ogaz and Josefina Guerrero; his daughters, Laura Bridler and her husband William, Wendy Ogaz, and Miriam Ogaz. He is survived by...

Mary Shamy

Mary Shamy

August 15, 2026

Mary C. Shamy, 85, was called home to the Lord on Saturday, August 15, 2026.

She was born in El Paso, TX on July 20, 1941. On May 5, 1962, she married the love of her life, Robert G. Shamy. She is survived by her husband, Robert, children, Evelyn Ortega, Patricia Bolton, Robert A. (Maria) and Christopher. She also has 8...

Miguel Arturo Lopez

Miguel Arturo Lopez

August 15, 2026

Visitation will be held at 12:00 to 4:00 pm, Saturday, August 22, 2026 with a prayer service at 2:00 pm at Sunset Funeral Home-East, 750 N Carolina Dr.

Services are entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-East, 750 N Carolina., El Paso, Texas 79915

Julieta S. Aguilar

Julieta S. Aguilar

August 13, 2026

Julieta S. Aguilar, de 68 años, partió a su descanso eterno el 13 de agosto de 2026, rodeada del amor de su familia. Su partida deja un vacío profundo en nuestros corazones, pero también una vida llena de amor, fe, servicio y hermosos recuerdos que permanecerán para siempre.

Julieta fue una maravillosa hija, hermana, esposa, madre, abuela, maestra y amiga. Fue...

Stephanie Michelle Ginithan

Stephanie Michelle Ginithan

August 12, 2026

Stephanie Michelle Ginithan, 44, entered into eternal rest on August 12, 2026 in Las Cruces, NM. Stephanie is survived by her loving parents, Ralph M. Ginithan and Teresa Ginithan. Brothers, Mark Ginithan, Sean Ginithan, Brandon Ginithan and Jermaine Ginithan. Sisters, Crystal Ginithan, Samantha Ginithan, DeAndrea Jones and Dana Morales. Stephanie was very loved and will always be missed. 

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Jesus Hernandez

Jesus Hernandez

August 12, 2026

Jesus Hernandez, 74, entered into eternal rest on August 12, 2026 in El Paso, TX. Jesus is preceded in death by his parents, Bernabe Hernandez and Jovita Guerra. Brothers, Rene Hernandez, Oniel Hernandez and Bernabe Hernandez Jr.. Sisters, Ada Duran and Viola Hernandez. Jesus is survived by his wife, Rose Candelaria; his beloved son, Ricardo Candelaria and beloved daughter, Bernadette...

Marilyn Rowena Braithwaite

Marilyn Rowena Braithwaite

August 12, 2026

Our sweet, devoted, enthusiastic, and talented Marilyn Rowena Braithwaite (née Lutener), beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, will be fondly remembered for her beautiful singing voice, signature red hair, impeccable sense of style, and wonderful sense of humor. Incredibly thoughtful, she never missed an opportunity to send a birthday or anniversary card to someone she loved and always...

John Van Nortwick III

John Van Nortwick III

August 12, 2026

Lt. Col. John Van Nortwick III, a retired Marine Corps officer and decorated helicopter pilot with two Purple Hearts, passed away on Wednesday, August 12, 2026.

A beloved father, grandfather, uncle, husband, and friend, he left behind the love of his life of 65 years, Sonja Van Nortwick. He is survived by his brother Tom and his wife Mary, and is...