Obituaries

Hildegardis C. Van Kirk

Hildegardis C. Van Kirk

May 23, 2026

Hildegardis C. Van Kirk passed away on Saturday, May 23, 2026, three days prior to her 88th birthday.

Hilda, as she was known, was an amazing woman who early in life lived through war, poverty, death and the unknown all in her younger years, yet she always managed to smile and look for the positive in life.

She was born in Neuss,...

Linda Carrol Taylor

Linda Carrol Taylor

May 18, 2026

Born on December 30, 1957 in Glendale, CA to Judith and Derrick Drenten, Linda was the oldest of 3 girls. She moved around as a child, with her father in the military, before the family finally settled in El Paso, TX where she graduated from Parkland High School.

Linda married Michael Taylor in 1985 and was an amazing and loving mother...

Octavio Solis

Octavio Solis

May 28, 2026

Octavio Solis, age 89, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, May 28, 2026 in El Paso, Texas. He was a wonderful husband, father, son, grandfather, great-grandfather, friend and will be dearly missed. Octavio is preceded in death by his parents: Jose and Rosa Solis as well as his son: Ernesto Solis. He is survived by his wife: Socorro H. Solis,...

Frances Thurman

Frances Thurman

April 9, 2026

Frances Berry Thurman

September 5, 1937 – April 9, 2026

“This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.” – Psalm 118:24

Frances “Miney” Thurman fulfilled her life as a faithful servant of the Lord on April 9, 2026, at the age of 88 – a life well done. As a dear friend once said, “she...

Bertha Alicia Hernandez

Bertha Alicia Hernandez

June 5, 2026

Visitation will be held 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Thursday, June 11, 2026 at Sunset Funeral Home - East, 750 N Carolina Dr with a Rosary at  6:00 pm.

Funeral Mass & Interment are currently pending.

Ventura Garcia Jimenez

Ventura Garcia Jimenez

June 5, 2026

Ventura Garcia Jimenez, 76, entered into eternal rest on June 05, 2026 in El Paso, TX. Ventura is preceded in death by his parents, Arnulfo Jimenez and Santiaga Jimenez. Brothers, Manuel Garcia and Gregorio Jimenez. Ventura is survived by his beloved wife, Margarita Jimenez; his sons, Juan, Jorge and Carlos Jimenez. Brother, Tiburcio Garcia; sisters, Jesusita Jimenez and Cruz Murgia....

Margarita Meraz

Margarita Meraz

June 5, 2026

Obituary being composed

The family kindly requests guests to wear bright colors to celebrate Margarita’s life.

Please refrain from wearing black. We appreciate it. Thank you!



A Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM with a Rosary starting at 7 PM on Tuesday, June 09, 2026 at Sunset Funeral Home- Americas, 9521 North Loop Dr., El Paso, TX 79907. A...

Martha Josefina Solorza

Martha Josefina Solorza

June 3, 2026

Martha Josefina Solorza Nevarez was born on July 29, 1929 in the El Pino Ranch, in Chihuahua, Mexico to Bernardo and Guadalupe Nevarez Mejía.

She grew up on the ranch with her brothers and sister: Andrés, Simón, Bernardo, Pedro, Ramón and Guadalupe. Her love for singing began in those early days with her siblings as her fellow musicians. Her devotion to...

Raul Jurado

Raul Jurado

June 2, 2026

Raul Jurado, 92, passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Raul was born in Parral, Chihuahua on February 13,1934. 

He worked in construction for many years until his retirement in 1993. He married Irma Jurado, his wife of 55 years. Raul loved to dance. He and Irma would enter dancing competitions as a hobby.

Raul was very creative and hands-on and enjoyed...

Rosa B. Soto

Rosa B. Soto

June 1, 2026

Rosa B. Soto, 94, Visitation will be from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, Saturday, June 20, 2026. Graveside Service time is currently pending.

Nancy D. Lynch

Nancy D. Lynch

May 31, 2026

An obituary is being composed.

Barbara Ann Spear

Barbara Ann Spear

May 31, 2026

Barbara Ann Spear, 76, passed away surrounded by loved ones on Sunday, May 31, 2026. She was a wonderful daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and will be greatly missed. Barbara is preceded in death by her parents, Glen and Margaret (Steinbach) Brown, and her loving husband, Robert D. Spear. 

She is survived by her children: Derek (Yvonne) Spear, Dustin (Joy) Spear,...

Bibiana Anaya Dominguez

Bibiana Anaya Dominguez

May 31, 2026

Bibiana Anaya Dominguez, 94, entered into eternal rest on May 31, 2026 in El Paso, TX. Bibiana is preceded in death by her parents, Jose Anaya and Anselma Cano. Her beloved husband, Amador Dominguez. Son, Samuel Dominguez. Brothers, Favio Anaya, Erasmo Anaya and Teodoro Anaya. Sisters, Socorro Anaya, Leonor Anaya, Enedina Anaya and Josefina Anaya. Bibiana is survived by his...

Lavonne Griffin

Lavonne Griffin

May 30, 2026

Services are being held Private

Andres Alexis Montanez

Andres Alexis Montanez

May 30, 2026

Andres Alexis Montañez, 19, passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2026.

Andres was born in El Paso, TX, on November 21st, 2006.

He graduated from Parkland High School, which was one of his biggest accomplishments. Making his parents proud of him, being their only son. Bibi, as he was known to family, was a sweet, kind, caring, and loving person. Bibi’s world...

Robert F. Breton

Robert F. Breton

May 30, 2026

A Visitation will be held from 8:30 am to 10:30 am, Thursday, July 16, 2026 at Sunset Funeral Home-East. Followed by a committal service at 11:00 am at Fort Bliss National Cemetery.

Armando Alejo

Armando Alejo

May 30, 2026

Armando Alejo, 78, entered into eternal rest on May 30, 2026 in El Paso, TX. He is preceded in death by his parents, Juan and Ernestina Alejo. Brothers, Rodolfo Alejo, Ernesto Alejo and Ramon Alejo. Sister, Christina Alejo. Armando is survived by his loving daughters, Victoria B. Alejo and Viviana Alejo. His brothers, Arturo Alejo and Jose Alejo. Sisters, Cruz...

Frederic Francis Deeke Jr.

Frederic Francis Deeke Jr.

May 29, 2026

Frederic Francis Deeke Jr., age 87, entered into eternal rest on Friday, May 29, 2026, in El Paso, Texas. Frederic was a wonderful son, brother, husband and uncle and will be greatly missed. He is preceded in death by his parents; Frederic Deeke Sr. and Mary Doyle; and his loving wife; Dora Deeke. He is survived by his brother; Lawrence...

Robert W. Simmerman

Robert W. Simmerman

May 29, 2026

Robert W. Simmerman, age 69, passed away on May 29, 2026, in El Paso, Texas surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his father, William. He is survived by his loving wife, Anita; his mother, Ruth; his son, Anthony and daughter-in-law Angie; his daughter Pamela and daughter-in-law Gabby. He also leaves behind his cherished grandchildren, Alex and...