Obituaries

February 26, 2026

After a beautiful life filled with deep love, laughter, and devotion, our favorite person, and the heart of our family, Christian Chase Canalda, earned his golden wings. He was welcomed into heaven on Thursday, February 26, 2026. Christian was a devoted husband, father, son, brother, and uncle whose strength, loyalty, and presence shaped the lives of everyone around him. Though...

March 22, 2026

Terry H.R. Vazquez, who was born Hortencia Amanda Rivera, passed away on March 22, 2026, at 95.5 years of age. She was a first-generation U.S. Citizen born to parents who each came to El Paso from Mexico in 1926. Her father, Ernesto Rivera, from Durango, and her mother, Isabel Jasso, from Mexico City.

Terry’s mother gave birth to her at home...

March 26, 2026

Salvador Martinez

December 28,1940-March 26, 2026

Our father, Salvador Martinez, 85, beloved husband, father, brother and grandfather passed away on Thursday, March 26, 2026, to be with our Lord in heaven.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother and three of his sisters. He leaves behind his loving wife of 64 years, Maria Teresa, his children, Susan Martinez, Salvador Jude (Michelle)...

March 25, 2026

William (Bill) Spier, age 88, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2026, in Houston, Texas. He was born in April 19, 1937 to Kurt and Gertrude Spier and lived a life defined by quiet strength, kindness, and deep devotion to those he loved.

Bill was a native of El Paso and went on to proudly served his country in the United...

March 25, 2026

March 24, 2026

March 24, 2026

In Loving Memory of Oralia “Yaya” P. Marquez

Oralia “Yaya” Marquez was called home on March 24, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and unwavering devotion to her family.

She was born on October 10, 1936, in Cd. Juarez, Chihuahua, to Jose and Juana Perez. From an early age, Oralia carried a deep sense of family, faith, and resilience, values...

March 24, 2026

Sandra Schwartz Hoover peacefully departed this life on March 24, 2026, at the age of 92. She left a legacy filled with love for her two families - the Schwartzes and the Hoovers. Sandra was an avid reader, intrepid traveler, classical music aficionado, stargazer, and dog lover. Her family and friends will miss her greatly, as will her beloved Chihuahua,...

March 24, 2026

March 23, 2026

Victor Manuel Garcia Jr., 69, Visitation will be from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM with a Vigil/Rosary at 6:00 PM, Friday, April 10, 2026 at Sunset Funeral Homes -East, 750 N. Carolina Dr. Funeral Mass time is currently pending.

March 23, 2026

Kevin James Pierce, 67, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2026.

He was born in Wyandotte, MI. on September 10, 1958. He graduated from Andress High School and left to serve his country proudly in the United States Army for 16 years.

He would later marry his wife of 40 years, Irene. He worked at Harding Orr & McDaniel for several years...

March 23, 2026

March 23, 2026

Joseph Lynn Lilly, age 52 known lovingly as Joey, passed away on March 23rd at his residence surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on July 12,1973 in Fayetteville, North Carolina, Joey lived a life defined by dedication, determination, and deep love for his family and friends.

Joey began his career with BAE Systems in 2004 at...

March 23, 2026

Avelina O. Valverde, age 87, entered into eternal rest on Monday, March 23, 2026. She was a wonderful daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother; and will be greatly missed. Avelina is preceded in death by her parents; Manuel and Maria Orozco; her dearest son; Guillermo Valverde Jr.; her brother; Manuel Orozco Jr.; and her sister; Belen Torres. She...

March 21, 2026

Richard Lawrence Fass, 88, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2026,surrounded by his loving family. He was a devoted husband, father, uncle and grandfather and will be greatly missed. Richard worked for many years as a sales distributor. A true lover of golf, many of his favorite days were on the fairway with friends. He was preceded in death by...

March 21, 2026

Judith C. Welch, 83, of Chaparral, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2026, in El Paso, Texas.

Born in 1943 in Wheeling, West Virginia, Judith was a beloved daughter and sister. After leaving Wheeling, she eventually made her home in New Mexico, where she devoted her life to her work as a professional and celebrated artist. She was especially...