Ernesto R. Ruiz

Ernesto R Ruiz, 94 born 2/26/23, a native of El Paso TX, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family. He was a devoted and loving husband to Aurora, wife of 62 years. Survived by his 4 sons, Jose, Ernesto, Victor, and Ricardo; 2 daughters, Dora Maria and Luz Elena. He was adored by his 12 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren who will miss him tremendously. He was looked up to in life for his devotion to his family, building his own home and being the gentleman farmer providing fresh produce and pecans for his family and neighbors. Ernesto served his country honorably during WWII and retired after 33 years from the El Paso Water Utility. VISITATION: 5 pm to 9 pm, Thursday, September 7, 2017 at Sunset Funeral Home, 9521 North Loop Dr. ROSARY/VIGIL: 7 pm, Thursday, September 7, 2017 at Sunset Funeral Home, 9521 North Loop Dr. FUNERAL MASS: 9:15am, Friday, September 8, 2017 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church. INTERMENT: Ft. Bliss National Cemetery (ETA, 11am) VISITATION: 5 pm to 9 pm, Thursday, September 7, 2017 at Sunset Funeral Home, 9521 North Loop Dr. ROSARY/VIGIL: 7 pm, Thursday, September 7, 2017 at Sunset Funeral Home, 9521 North Loop Dr. FUNERAL MASS: 9:15am, Friday, September 8, 2017 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church. INTERMENT: Ft. Bliss National Cemetery (ETA, 11am)