Obituaries

Belia Cueto Kondow

Belia Cueto Kondow

October 5, 2025

Belia Kondow, age 91, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, October 5, 2025. She was a devoted daughter, loving wife, cherished mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, and loyal friend.

Belia's gentle spirit, warmth, and kindness touched everyone who had the blessing of knowing her.

She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Jose and Elvira Cueto, her husband, Raymundo Kondow, her son,...

Mary Lu McClain

Mary Lu McClain

October 3, 2025

Mary Lu McClain of El Paso, TX, age 79, entered into eternal rest on Friday, October 3, 2025. She was a wonderful wife, mother, daughter, grandmother, and will be greatly missed. Mary Lu is preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Lucille Andrew and her husband, Dave McClain. She is survived by her son Kevin (Ingrid), daughter Melinda (Val)...

Carlos A. Alderete

Carlos A. Alderete

October 3, 2025

Carlos A. Alderete, a beloved member of the community, passed away on October 3, 2025, in El Paso, Texas, at the age of 84. Born on March 17, 1941, in Mexico, Carlos's journey through life was marked by his devotion to his family and friends, and his commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of those around him.

Carlos...

Cecilia Magdalena Gonzales

Cecilia Magdalena Gonzales

October 3, 2025

Cecilia “Ceci” Olivas Gonzales, 86, peacefully passed on October 3, 2025, after watching one more Cowboys game that ended in a tie--because of course it did. Even in her final days, she proved that grace and humor can coexist, though the Cowboys’ defense cannot.

Born in Las Cruces, New Mexico, on October 26, 1938, Ceci grew up surrounded by love, humor,...

Ivonne Aguirre

Ivonne Aguirre

October 3, 2025

In Loving Memory of :

Ivonne L. Aguirre, 69 passed away on Friday, October 3rd, 2025.

Ivonne was born in El Paso, Texas on March 22, 1956.She graduated from Irvin High School in 1974. She attended El Paso Community College.

She loved to dance and was an active member of a folklorico group at a young age. She loved and enjoyed engaging in...

Ivan Puente

Ivan Puente

October 3, 2025

Ivan Puente, age 49, entered into eternal rest on October 3, 2025 in El Paso, TX. He is survived by his dearest parents; Pedro Puente and Guadalupe Bautista; his loving wife; Margarita Puente; his daughter; Mia Puente, and his siblings; Pedro Puente, Marisol Puente Moore, and Verenice Puente. Ivan was dearly loved and will be forever remembered by his family...

Malcolm T. Best

Malcolm T. Best

October 3, 2025

Malcolm Theophilas Best, aka “Sonny,” was born in Ancon, Canal Zone, at Gorgas Hospital on June 15, 1929, to James Best and Louise Barrow. The firstborn of fraternal twins preceding Aguina, and the fourth of seven siblings, Dorothy, Mose, Claris, Theopolis (Blue), and Sylvia.

He graduated from La Boca High School, Canal Zone in 1952 and joined the US. Army in...

Velton Blake

Velton Blake

October 3, 2025

Velton Blake, 80, entered into eternal rest on Friday, October 3, 2025. He was a wonderful son, father, brother, grandfather, and great-grandfather, and will be greatly missed. He is preceded in death by his parents, George and Bernice Blake. He is survived by his children: Stella Faye Phelps (Robert), David Blake (Becky), and Deborah Blake, his siblings: Larry Blake, Dorothy...

Benjamin Herrera

Benjamin Herrera

October 3, 2025

Benjamin Herrera, 42, entered into eternal rest on October 3, 2025 in El Paso, TX. He is preceded in death by his sister, Alina Herrera. Benjamin is survived by his loving parents, Facundo Herrera Jr. and Yolanda Valadez Herrera. Also survived by his brothers, Gabriel Herrera and David Herrera (Viviana Herrera). Benjamin was very loved and will always be missed.

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Oscar Becerra

Oscar Becerra

October 2, 2025

Oscar Becerra, age 36, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, October 2, 2025, in El Paso, Texas. Juan was a wonderful son, brother and husband and will be greatly missed. He is survived by his mother; Rocio Zuniga; his wife; Silsa Kir Valdez; and his siblings; Esteban A. Becerra and Veronica Becerra. He is also survived by many extended friends...

Helga Ruth De la Rosa

Helga Ruth De la Rosa

October 1, 2025

Helga Ruth De La Rosa, 89, 

passed away on Wednesday, October 1, 2025 in El Paso, Texas. She was born on April 30, 1936 in Ludwigshafen am Rhein, Germany. There she met her soulmate Margarito, a member of the United States Army Corps, whom she married in 1958. Helga was fiery, stubborn, and full of life. Together with her husband she...

Carlota Josefina Peart

Carlota Josefina Peart

October 1, 2025

Carlota Josefina Peart was born on September 18,1943, in Panama City, Republic of Panama to the late Clifford Morgan and Alice Notice. Having several sisters in the household, Carlota acquired many talents that would prove beneficial throughout her life. Her parents found her to be a humble, loving, responsible and trustworthy child.

Carlota was equipped with a public school education and...

Guadalupe Torres

Guadalupe Torres

October 1, 2025

Guadalupe Torres 47,

Our Beloved Daughter and Sister passed on October 01, 2025. A Visitation will be from 5:00 - 8:00 pm Monday, 06, 2025, with a Prayer Service at 6:00 pm at Sunset Funeral Homes-Northeast, 4631 Hondo Pass Dr, El Paso, Tx 79904. Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 am Tuesday, October 07, 2025 at Sunset Funeral Homes-Northeast, 4631 Hondo...

Norma Sanchez

Norma Sanchez

October 1, 2025

Norma A. Sanchez, 69, passed away on October 1, 2025. She was born on February 2, 1956, in El Paso, Texas, to Juan and Alicia Arreola.

Norma graduated from Irvin High School in 1974 and went on to build a long career with JC Penney, where she proudly retired after 33 years of service. She found joy in baking, crafting, and...

Araceli Lopez Bejarano

Araceli Lopez Bejarano

October 1, 2025

With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Araceli "Ara" Lopez, who left us peacefully on October 1, 2025. Born on May 9, 1962, Ara was a beacon of light, displaying generosity, kindness, and unity in her daily life. She touched the hearts of many with her happy, warm, loving, funny, and caring personality.

Araceli is survived by her loving husband,...

Rosa Hortencia Spencer

Rosa Hortencia Spencer

September 30, 2025

Rose H. Spencer, 96, passed away peacefully in her home on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. Rosa Hortencia was born August 30, 1929. Mrs. Spencer is best known for creating her own business as a therapeutic masseuse aptly named Grecian Health Studio. This is how Rose raised three boys, David Michael, Herberto Jr., and Charles Martin. Rose has four grandchildren. Also,...

Adam H. Kalt

Adam H. Kalt

September 30, 2025

Our beloved son, husband, father, brother, and veteran passed away on September 30, 2025.

He was preceded in death by his son, Ronald Kalt. He is survived by his loving wife and children: William, Robert, Gregory, Reyli, Diane, Valeria, and Viviana. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

A Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to...

Raymond Celaya

Raymond Celaya

September 30, 2025

Raymond Celaya, 58, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 30, 2025.

Born on January 12, 1967, in El Paso, Texas, Raymond graduated from Riverside High School before proudly serving his country in the United States Army. After his military service, he built a successful career as a carpenter.

Raymond later married the love of his life, Maria, with whom he shared a...

Angela Moreno

Angela Moreno

September 30, 2025

Angela Moreno, 59, Visitation will be from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM with a Rosary at 6:00 PM, Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at Sunset Funeral Homes - East, 750 N. Carolina Dr. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, October 9, 2025 at Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church, 8600 Winchester. Interment will follow at Mount Carmel...

Andres Burciaga Jr.

Andres Burciaga Jr.

September 29, 2025

Andres “Andy” Burciaga Jr., 72, was called home to our Lord on Monday, September 29, 2025, in El Paso, Texas. Andy was a loving and caring son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and uncle, a cousin and friend to many and a lifelong resident of the Anthony area, who will be dearly missed.

He was anchored strongly in his faith in...