Obituaries
Gerald Benny Brown
April 5, 2026
A LIFE REMEMBERED
Gerald Benny Brown was taken into the waiting arms of our Lord and Savior on Sunday, April 5, 2026.
Gerald was born on December 18, 1938, in Kissimmee, Florida, to Sallie Mae Brown and Herman Adolph Fitz Sr. He was educated in the Leon County school system and later earned a Bachelor of Arts in Education. On January 17,...
Ineko Suzuki Spates
March 24, 2026
Ineko Suzuki Spates, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2026 at home. Ineko was born to Masugoro and Waka Yoshiyama Suzuki on February 1, 1928, in Chiba Japan.
She is survived by her children: Joseph & Elizabeth Spates, Howard Spates, Robert Spates, Susan & Michael Polson and Maria & Bruce Bennett; 23 grandchildren: Michelle & Eric Gray, Eric & Jennifer Spates,...
Cathleen Burgess
March 12, 2026
LTC(Ret) Cathleen Burgess
Cathleen Burgess was born in Washington, D.C. and passed away peacefully in El Paso, Texas on March 12, 2026, after a long illness. Her life was defined by quiet strength, deep compassion, and unwavering grace.
She was raised in Bethesda and Sherwood Forest, Maryland. A true patriot, she served first in the Air Force and later in the Army...
Sylvia Gutierrez
April 5, 2026
Sylvia Gutierrez, age 66, entered eternal rest on Sunday, April 5, 2026. She was a wonderful daughter, sister, mother, and friend who will be deeply missed. Sylvia was preceded in death by her maternal grandmother, María de los Angeles Hernandez; her paternal grandparents, Mariano and Jovita Gutierrez; and her father, Alberto Jose Gutierrez.
Sylvia spent more than 34 years as an...
SSgt Edward A. Anchondo Jr.
March 18, 2026
SSgt Edward A. Anchondo Jr., 31, entered into eternal rest on March 18, 2026 in Palm Springs, CA. SSgt Anchondo is survived by his beloved parents, Edward Anchondo and Patricia Vasquez (Carlos Trujillo Jr.). His two beautiful children, Adam Anchondo and Maddison Anchondo. SSgt Anchondo also leaves behind his brother, Ryan Trujillo who will honor and cherish his memory. SSgt...
Richard Clint Sullivan
April 12, 2026
Richard Clint Sullivan, age 84, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, April 12, 2026, in El Paso, Texas. Richard was a wonderful son, brother, husband, father, and grandfather, and will be greatly missed. He is preceded in death by his wife, Ana Sullivan, and his parents, Walter and Concepcion Sullivan. He is survived by his dearest children: Roy Juarez, Fernie...
Josette O.E. Sivak
April 12, 2026
Josette O.E.Sivak, 98, entered into eternal rest on May 8, 2026 in El Paso, Texas. Josette is preceded in death by her beloved husband John Sivak. Her dear parents Edmund Bussiere and Simone Seugnot. Brother, Guy Bussiere. Josette is survived by her daughters, Nancy Segapeli, Diana Knight and Francine Sivak. Also, leaving behind 6 Grandchildren and 8 Great-grandchildren to love,cherish...
Halfon Wayne Marcus
April 12, 2026
El Paso icon passed away on April 12, 2026. Hal Marcus (74) died as he lived, artfully and peacefully, in his unique home, surrounded by loving family, friends, and his art collection. Hal leaves a legendary legacy of creativity as a painter, art collector and dealer, book publisher and mentor to countless artists.
Hal is preceded in death by his grandparents,...
Mario Mendoza
April 10, 2026
Mario Mendoza, 16, entered into eternal rest on April 10, 2026 in El Paso, TX. Mario is survived by his beloved parents, Mario Mendoza and Miriam Edith Martinez. Also leaving behind his brother, Raul Alfredo Mendoza to honor and cherish his memory. Mario was very loved and will always be missed.
A Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 9:00...
Modesto Arturo Duran
April 9, 2026
Modesto Arturo Duran, 91, passed away April 9, 2026 in El Paso, TX. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his wife; Maria Elena Duran, son; Art Duran, daughters; Linda Blankerd-Harris, Diana Kirk, Rosemary Gonzalez, 13 grandchildren, and six great grandchildren. A visitation will be from 4:00 to 8:00 PM., Thursday, April 30, 2026 at Sunset Funeral Home-East, 750 N....
Carlos Ornelas Jr.
April 9, 2026
Carlos Ornelas Jr., 76, entered into eternal rest on April 9, 2026 in El Paso, TX. Carlos is preceded in death by parents, Carlos Ornelas Sr. and Graciela Pedregon. His beloved wife, Martha F. Ornelas; brother, Norberto Ornelas and sister, Ida Ornelas. Carlos is survived by his loving daughters, Jenny Ornelas and Jessica Ornelas. Brothers, Orlando Ornelas and Johnnie Ornelas....
Frances Thurman
April 9, 2026
An obituary is currently being composed.
Services are pending times & dates.
Maria Isabel Morales
April 7, 2026
Maria Isabel Morales, 76, passed away April 7, 2026 in El Paso, TX. A Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 PM., Saturday, April 18, 2026 at Sunset Funeral Home-East, 750 N. Carolina Dr. with a Rosary will be at 6:00 PM. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-East.
Carlos Guillermo Reza
April 7, 2026
Carlos Guillermo Reza Sr passed away Tuesday April 7,2026.
He was born on June 25,1942, in Chihuahua, MX.
He began his first job at the age of 16 with Phelps Dodge. In 1958 he married his first love, Irene. Then in 1992 he married his second love, Gloria.
Mr. Reza is preceded in death by his parents; Jose G and Petra Reza. He...


