Obituaries

Arturo M. Salinas

Arturo M. Salinas

February 21, 2025

Arturo Salinas, 92, was welcomed into the loving arms of our Heavenly Father on Friday, February 21, 2025. Arturo, or Tury as his friends called him, was born on January 3, 1933.

Tury graduated from Bowie High School in 1951. The month after he graduated, he joined the United States Air Force to proudly serve his country. While Tury was on...

Nicholas Damien Pacheco

Nicholas Damien Pacheco

February 20, 2025

They always say there's many fish in the sea, but God hand picked you for heaven. You are now in God's loving arms spreading all the love and joy you shared with us. We are forever grateful that God allowed you to have 41 beautiful years of life as a son, brother, husband, father and friend. Your warm hugs and...

Keiko "Mamasan" Elias

Keiko "Mamasan" Elias

February 20, 2025

 Celebrating the Life of Keiko Matayoshi EliasWith deep sorrow and heartfelt gratitude for her life, we announce the passing of Keiko Matayoshi Elias on February 20, 2025. Born on May 22, 1942, in Okinawa, Japan, she devoted her life to nurturing those around her and enriching her community with her kindness, wisdom, and positive attitude.Throughout her life, Keiko was known...

Jose M. Woods

Jose M. Woods

February 20, 2025

Master Sergeant Jose M. Woods, US Air Force, Retired 

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Master Sergeant Jose M. Woods, United States Air Force (Retired), who was called to Heaven at the age of 82 on February 20, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with Parkinson’s Disease. 

 Jose was born on December 19, 1942, in Three...

Delma B. Valtier

Delma B. Valtier

February 20, 2025

Our Matriarch Delma Baeza Valtier was called home on Thursday February 20, 2025 at the tender age of 91.

She was born on May 23, 1933 in Presidio, Texas. She was a graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School. She proudly served the city of El Paso as a librarian under the Main, Armijo, Westside and Memorial branches, spearheading programs like The...

Daniel Martinez

Daniel Martinez

February 19, 2025

Daniel Martinez, 80, Visitation will be from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM with a Prayer Service at 6:00 PM, Friday, February 28, 2025 at Sunset Funeral Homes - East, 750 N. Carolina Dr. A Funeral Service will be held at 12:00 PM, Saturday, March 01, 2025 at Centro Cristiano Cielo's Abiertos,9700 McCombs St. 

Lee R. Smith

Lee R. Smith

February 19, 2025

Lee Rosebelle Smith (Clarkson, Leoni, Clark), age 104, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday morning, February 19, 2025.

Lee was born on August 15, 1920, in San Pedro, California, and spent her formative years in El Paso, Texas. In 1935, she married Mario Leoni and together they were blessed with two sons: Mario Jr., born in 1936, and Johnn...

Amparo Alvarado

Amparo Alvarado

February 19, 2025



Juana Amparo Alvarado, age 90, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. She was a wonderful daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother; and she will be greatly missed. Amparo is preceded in death by her parents; Augustin Gutierrez and Osbelia Nava; her loving husband; Eduardo Alvarado, and son; Edward “Bibi” Alvarado; daughter; Claudia Canchola; brother; Guillermo Gutierrez...

Consolacion Gomez

Consolacion Gomez

February 19, 2025

Consolacion Gomez, 92, Visitation will be from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM with a Rosary at 6:00 PM, Friday, February 28, 2025 at Sunset Funeral Homes - East, 750 N. Carolina. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 10:00 AM at Little Flower Catholic Church, 171 Polo Inn. Interment will follow at Mt Carmel...

Jesus Jurado

Jesus Jurado

February 18, 2025

Con profundo dolor, anunciamos el fallecimiento de Jesus Jurado quien nació el 6 de Abril 1952 en Clint Texas, y partió de este mundo el 18 de Febrero 2025 a la edad de 72 años.

Durante su vida, Jesus fue un hombre lleno de amor, cariño y dedicación. Crió con orgullo a diez hijos, a quienes siempre enseñó los valores del...

Raul Originales

Raul Originales

February 17, 2025

Raúl Originales , 44, Beloved Brother, Husband, Father and Champion

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Raúl Originales, who left us far too soon at the age of 44. Raúl was a man of passion, dedication, and incredible talent, leaving an unforgettable mark on those who knew him.

A gifted athlete, Raúl proudly represented Mexico as a...

Maria De Jesus Rojas

Maria De Jesus Rojas

February 17, 2025

Maria De Jesus Rojas, 69, entered into eternal rest on February 17, 2025 in El Paso, TX. Maria De Jesus was a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister and grandmother. She is preceded in death by her beloved parents, Zenon and Felicitas Silva. Maria De Jesus is survived by her loving sons, Marcos Antonio Rojas, Rodrigo Rojas, Pedro Rojas Jr. and...

Feliciano Hernandez

Feliciano Hernandez

February 16, 2025

Feliciano Hernandez entered into the hands of his Lord on Sunday, February 16, 2025 at the age of 75.

Visitation will be from 5:00 - 8:00pm with a Prayer Service to begin at 6:00pm on Monday, March 10, 2025 at Sunset Funeral Home - Northeast, 4631 Hondo Pass Dr. Funeral Service will be held at 9:30am on Tuesday, February 11, 2025...

Francisco Burrola Jr.

Francisco Burrola Jr.

February 16, 2025

Francisco Burrola Jr., 90, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 16, 2025. Francisco was born in El Paso, TX. on July 31, 1934. Frank graduated from Austin High where he then attended the University of Texas at El Paso. After UTEP Frank left to proudly serve his country in the United States Army with the 82nd Airborne division. Frank would...

Lori Ann Parker

Lori Ann Parker

February 16, 2025

Our mother, Lori Parker, passed unexpectedly February 16th after suffering a heart attack at the age of 63. She is survived by her son, Donald Wall, daughter, Heather Parker, her four grandchildren Joshua, Ayden, Caleb, and Briana, along with her 3 siblings, Chris, Tina, and Kimberly.

Lori was a very dedicated and hard worker. Through her struggles with health and tiredness,...

Guadalupe Garcia

Guadalupe Garcia

February 16, 2025

Guadalupe Garcia, 92, entered into eternal rest on February 16, 2025 in El Paso, TX. Guadalupe was a loving husband, father, son, brother and grandfather. He is preceded in death by his parents, Lucio Garcia and Juana Herrera.Brothers, Antonio Garcia and Francisco Garcia ; sister, Carmen Prado. Guadalupe is survived by his beloved wife, Elodia Garcia; sons, Javier Garcia, Sergio...

Ricardo Guerrero

Ricardo Guerrero

February 16, 2025

Ricardo Guerrero passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on February 16, 2025, at the age of 76. He was born on May 22, 1948, to Jose Luz and Engracia Castanon Guerrero. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso and a graduate of Jefferson High School. Richy, as he was known to his friends and family, was a proud...

Iris Anabel Resendez

Iris Anabel Resendez

February 15, 2025

Iris Anabel Resendez entered into the hands of our Lord and Savior on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at the age of 19. She was a beloved daughter, sister, and mother who will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Iris is survived by her loving parents, Angela Crystal Velazquez and Reymundo F. Resendez; her cherished siblings, Julianna Resendez and Matthew...

Gabriel Manny Yanez

Gabriel Manny Yanez

February 14, 2025

Gabriel Manny YañezSeptember 18, 1983 – February 14, 2025

Gabriel Manny Yañez, 41, of El Paso, Texas, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Friday, February 14, 2025, due to complications of Addison’s Disease.

Gabriel was a loving son, brother, father, and friend whose warmth and kindness left a lasting impact on all who knew him. He had a passion for life, enjoying...

John Thomas Menapace

John Thomas Menapace

February 14, 2025

John Thomas Menapace, 54, of El Paso, passed away on February 14, 2025. Loving family surrounded him at the time of his passing. Born on February 13, 1971, in Cortland, New York, to William Thomas Menapace and Patricia Ann Ulshoeffer, John was the youngest of four children and had a wonderful sense of humor. He spent part of his childhood...