Obituaries

Sandra Schwartz Hoover

Sandra Schwartz Hoover

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,...

Maria Elena Olivas De Perez

Maria Elena Olivas De Perez

March 24, 2026

Con profundo pesar anunciamos el fallecimiento de Maria Elena Olivas De Perez, quien nació el 10 de agosto de 1960 en México y partió de este mundo el 24 de marzo de 2026 en El Paso, Texas. Su partida deja un vacío inmenso en el corazón de quienes la conocieron y amaron.

Los servicios para honrar y recordar a Maria Elena...

Victor Manuel Garcia

Victor Manuel Garcia

March 23, 2026

Our beloved son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend, Victor Manuel Garcia Jr., went home to be with our Lord on March 23, 2026.Jr., as he was called at home grew up in a ranch and loved riding horses, donkeys and playing in the cotton fields with his sister and cousins. He loved dogs and had many adorable ones throughout...

Kevin James Pierce

Kevin James Pierce

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...

Joseph "Joey" Lilly

Joseph "Joey" Lilly

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...

Avelina O. Valverde

Avelina O. Valverde

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...

Terry H.R. Vazquez

Terry H.R. Vazquez

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...

Richard Fass

Richard Fass

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...

Judith C. Welch

Judith C. Welch

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...

Marcela Saenz

Marcela Saenz

March 21, 2026

Marcela Saenz, 88, Visitation will be from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM with a Prayer Service at 6:00 PM, Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at Sunset Funeral Homes - East, 750 N. Carolina Dr. Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, April 2, 2026 at Sunset Funeral Home - East. Interment will follow at 11:15 AM at Mount Carmel...

LeeRoy Montalbo

LeeRoy Montalbo

March 21, 2026

LeeRoy Montalbo, 74, Visitation will be from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM with a Vigil/Rosary at 6:00 PM, Thursday, March 26, 2026, at Sunset Funeral Homes - East, 750 N. Carolina Dr. A Funeral Mass will be at 1:00 PM, Friday, March 27, 2026, at St. Stephen Catholic Church, 1700 George Dieter. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-East.

Francisco Antonio Chavarria

Francisco Antonio Chavarria

March 19, 2026

Francisco Antonio Chavarria,78, entered into eternal rest on March 19,2026 in El Paso, Texas. He is survived by his beloved wife Juana Rangel De Hernandez. Francisco is also survived by many friends and family to cherish and honor his memory. He will be dearly missed and forever loved. 

A Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. followed by...

Dr. Ronald Major Pruett

Dr. Ronald Major Pruett

March 19, 2026

In lieu of flowers please make donations to the El Paso Maida Shriners 6331 Alabama St, El Paso, TX 79904

https://www.elmaida.com/

Juanita Marie Maese

Juanita Marie Maese

March 19, 2026

In Loving Memory of Juanita Marie Maese

November 17, 1944

March 19, 2026

Juanita Marie Maese, 82, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2026, in El Paso, Texas. Born in Fresno, California, on November 17, 1944, Juanita grew up in Corpus Christi, Texas, before following her brother to El Paso. There, she met and later married Manuel A. Maese Sr. in 1969. Throughout...

SSgt Edward A. Anchondo Jr.

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...

Hedwig Emma Beaver

Hedwig Emma Beaver

March 18, 2026

It is with heavy hearts and profound respect that we announce the passing of Hedwig Beaver, a cherished mother, grandmother (Oma), and friend, who left this world peacefully of natural causes on March 18, 2026, at the remarkable age of 100. Born on New Year's Eve in 1925 in the charming town of Ansbach, Germany, Hedwig's life was a testament...

Luis Calderon Carrillo

Luis Calderon Carrillo

March 18, 2026

Luis Calderon Carrillo, 71, Visitation will be from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM with a Vigil/Rosary at 6:00 PM, Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at Sunset Funeral Homes - East, 750 N. Carolina Dr. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at San Antonio Catholic Church, 503 Hunter. Interment will follow at 11:30 AM at Mount...

Gail F. Kirkpatrick

Gail F. Kirkpatrick

March 16, 2026

In Loving Memory

Gail Florence Kirkpatrick

May 19, 1939 – March 16, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Gail, a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, aunt, grandmother, great grandmother and friend, who peacefully departed this world on March 16, 2026, at the age of 86.

Gail was born on May 19th 1939, in the town of Gridley to...

Maximina Mireles

Maximina Mireles

March 16, 2026

Maximina “Maxi” Mireles, de 89 años, falleció el lunes 16 de marzo de 2026. A Maximina le precedieron en la muerte sus padres: Jesus Morales y Soledad Torres, su esposo: Jose I. Mireles, y sus hermanas: Manuela Mendoza, Tomasa Medina, y Jesusita Gonzalez. Le sobreviven sus hijos: Jose I. Mireles (Irene), Gerardo Mireles (Norma), Ruben Mireles, Lorenzo Mireles, Gloria Grajeda,...