Obituaries

Jorge A. Almada

Jorge A. Almada

June 12, 2025

Jorge A. Almada, 96, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, June 12, 2025, in El Paso, Texas. He was a wonderful son, brother, husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, friend, and will be dearly missed. He is preceded in death by his loving mother Esperanza A. Marquez, son; George Almada, and his sibling; Ricardo Almada, Esperanza Almada and Emma Almada. He...

Luis "Tito" Chicas

Luis "Tito" Chicas

June 11, 2025

           Luis ‘Tito’ Chicas, beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away on 6/11/2025 at the age of 39. Born in Los Angeles, CA, and raised in El Paso, TX, Tito was known for his big heart, contagious laugh, and the way he made everyone feel like family. To those who knew him, Tito was more than...

Lorenzo Valenzuela

Lorenzo Valenzuela

June 11, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Lorenzo, aka Larry, Valenzuela, age 38, of El Paso, Texas. Larry was born and raised in El Paso, TX and proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. He touched the lives of many with his kind heart, quick smile, and unwavering love for his family...

Danny R. Anderson

Danny R. Anderson

June 11, 2025

Danny Ray Anderson, 82, of El Paso, died June 11, 2025. Danny was born on February 2, 1943 in Bristow, OK, to Elmer Anderson and June Carter. He married Carole Palmer Anderson on September 3, 1962, in Hobbs, NM.

Danny earned his BS and MS in Geotechnical Civil Engineering from UTEP. He was the first licensed geotechnical engineer in El Paso,...

Maria Socorro Nuñez

Maria Socorro Nuñez

June 11, 2025

Maria Socorro Nuñez, 92, Visitation will be from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM with a Rosary at 6:00 PM, Friday, June 13, 2025 at Sunset Funeral Homes - East, 750 N. Carolina. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, June 14, 2025 at Cristo Rey Catholic Church, 8011 WIlliamette. Interment will follow at 11:30 AM at Mount Carmel...

Leticia H. Miranda

Leticia H. Miranda

June 10, 2025

Leticia H. Miranda, 57, of San Elizario, TX, entered into eternal rest on June 10, 2025. She is preceded in death by her husband, Manuel G. Miranda, and father, Daniel Hurtado. She is survived by her daughter, Michelle Miranda; mother, Bernardita Hurtado; sister, Lydia Hurtado; and aunt, Angelina Duran.

Leticia made history as the first Alderperson elected in the newly incorporated...

Sandra Pomeroy Galaway

Sandra Pomeroy Galaway

June 9, 2025

Sandra Pomeroy Galaway, 83, passed away June 9, 2025. She is preceded in death by her parents; Darrell and Ruth Warren, and husband; James E. Galaway. Sandra leaves behind her children; Michael Andrew Pomeroy (Susan), Danny Albert Pomeroy, Michael Galaway, Robert Galaway to cherish her memory. Committal Service 10:00 AM Friday July 18, 2025 Fort Bliss National Cemetery, Services entrusted...

Loretta Mae Hightower

Loretta Mae Hightower

June 9, 2025



Loretta Hightower was born on January 21st, 1933.

 In La Mesa Texas, she later moved with her family to Alto New Mexico where she met and married her high school sweetheart Stanley C. Hightower a marriage that lasted for over 65 years. Loretta was a loving mother to six children and survived by five (5), George A. Hightower, Earl W. Hightower,...

Pedro P. Talavera

Pedro P. Talavera

June 9, 2025

Pedro P. Talavera, age 91, entered into eternal rest on Monday, June 09, 2025 in Anthony, New Mexico. He was a wonderful father, son, brother, grandfather, friend and will be dearly missed. Pedro is preceded in death by his mother: Andrea, his son: Pedro Talavera Jr., his siblings: Jose Cuellar and Adela Talavera, as well as one grandchild. He is...

Luz Muñoz Barraza

Luz Muñoz Barraza

June 9, 2025

Luz Muñoz Barraza, 90, entered into eternal rest on June 9, 2025 in El Paso, TX. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Ruben L. Barraza; parents, Perfecto Muñoz and Catalina Muñoz. Luz is survived by her loving children, Ruben M. Barraza, Jesus Barraza, Luz Maria Barraza and Michelle C. Dominguez; along with her brother, Jesus Muñoz. Luz...

Clara Pernisco

Clara Pernisco

June 8, 2025

Clara Pernisco, 73, passed away unexpectedly on June 8, 2025, in El Paso, Texas. Clara or Clarita, as she was affectionately known as, was born on August 12, 1951, in Santa Barbara, Chihuahua, Mexico. As a young child, her family relocated to Cd. Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico. In her adult life, she moved yet again, this time, she relocated to El...

Joshua Michael White

Joshua Michael White

June 8, 2025

Joshua Michael White, 22, entered into eternal rest on Friday, June 08, 2025,  in El Paso, Texas.  He is survived by his parents, William Edward and Marlene White.  A Visitation will be held from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Monday, June 16, 2025, at Sunset Funeral Homes-Northeast, 4631 Hondo Pass Drive.  

Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Homes-Northeast, please visit...

Lou Donna Landsheft

Lou Donna Landsheft

June 8, 2025

EL PASO, TEXAS - Lou Donna Landsheft passed away peacefully with family on June 8, 2025, in El Paso, Texas, at the age of 91. Born to Alma Vesta Ralls Hendrick and Charles Barnett "CB" Hendrick, she was raised in Ralls, Texas, alongside her sister, Zama Sue Hendrick Gobin(deceased). She graduated as Valedictorian of Ralls High School in 1951 and...

Dora Ochoa

Dora Ochoa

June 7, 2025

Dora Ochoa, 81, entered into eternal rest on June 7, 2025 in El Paso, TX. Dora is preceded in death by her beloved parents, Salvador Navejas and Enriqueta Trevizo. Her siblings, Salvador Trevizo, David Navejas, Armando Navejas, Fernando Navejas and Elodia Navejas. Dora was a devoted wife, mother, daughter and sister.  Dora is survived by her loving husband; Samuel Garibay...

Aurora Aguilar Preciado

Aurora Aguilar Preciado

June 7, 2025

Aurora Aguilar Preciado, 88, entered into eternal rest on June 7, 2025 in El Paso,TX. She is preceded in death by her beloved son, Enrique Aguilar; parents, Jose Maria Franco and Juanita Antunez; along with 9 brothers and sisters. She was a devoted daughter, sister, wife and mother. Aurora is survived by her beloved husband, Rodolfo Preciado; her children, Fernando...

Consuelo G. Villaseñor

Consuelo G. Villaseñor

June 7, 2025

Consuelo G. Villaseñor, 93, Visitation will be from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM with a Vigil/Rosary at 6:00 PM, Friday, June 13, 2025 at Sunset Funeral Homes- East, 750 N. Carolina.

Jose Guadalupe Marrufo Del Rio

Jose Guadalupe Marrufo Del Rio

June 7, 2025

Jose Guadalupe Marrufo Del Rio, age 76, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, June 07, 2025, in El Paso, Texas. He was a wonderful son, brother, father, husband, grandfather and great grandfather and will be greatly missed. Jose is preceded in death by his loving parents; Maclovio Marrufo and Margarita Del Rio; and his daughter; Rebecca Marrufo. He is survived...

Carlos Hernandez

Carlos Hernandez

June 6, 2025

Carlos Hernandez — A Life of Quiet Grace and Deep Faith

Carlos’s life journey came full circle in Spain, where he set out on a

300-mile pilgrimage in search of solitude, nature, and a deeper

connection with God. Along the Camino, he reflected on his life, his

family, and all that was most precious to him. He stayed in touch with

his sister Margie through...

Jesus A. Flores

Jesus A. Flores

June 6, 2025

Jesus A. Flores, “Pichirilo”, age 80, entered into eternal rest on Friday, June 6, 2025, in Vado, New Mexico. He was a devoted husband, loving father, cherished son, supportive brother, proud grandfather and great-grandfather, and a dear friend to many. He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all whose lives he touched.

Jesus was born with a generous spirit,...

Mary Elizabeth Torres

Mary Elizabeth Torres

June 6, 2025

Mary Elizabeth Torres, 54, entered into eternal rest on June 6, 2025 in El Paso, TX. Mary is preceded in death by her beloved son, Israel J. Torres. She is survived by her sons, Jorge Resendez, Leo Isaac Rubio, Isaiah Rubio, Jacob Ivan Torres and Johnny I. Torres. Her mother, Felipa Torres; along with her brother, Derrick Avila and sister,...