Obituaries

Maximo Morales Jr.

Maximo Morales Jr.

October 29, 2024

Maximo Morales Jr., 68, entered into eternal rest on October 29, 2024 in El Paso, TX. Maximo was a loving husband, father, son, grandfather, brother and friend. He is preceded in death by his parents, Maximo Morales Sr. and Maria Isabel Orona. Brother; Hector Morales. Maximo is survived by his beloved wife, Florencia Varela Arreola; his sons, Ivan Morales and...

Earl L. Hicks

Earl L. Hicks

October 29, 2024

 Earl Lee Hicks passed away on Tuesday October 29, 2024, at the age of 82. He was a loving son, brother, husband, uncle, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and will be greatly missed.

Earl was born in Kerrville, TX on May 7, 1942. He attended Doyle High School and then left to serve his country proudly in the United States Army. After 30...

Carlos Catzin

Carlos Catzin

October 29, 2024

Carlos Catzin, 89, entered into eternal rest on October 29, 2024 in El Paso, TX. Carlos is preceded in death by his son; Carlos Catzin Jr.; parents, Jose Carmen Catzin and Sabina Hernandez. His siblings, Luis Catzin, Salvador Hernandez and Manuela Catzin. Carlos is survived by his beloved wife, Genoveva Catzin; son, Robert Catzin (Rosa Catzin); daughter, Carmen Marquez (Agustin...

Antonio E. Rivas

Antonio E. Rivas

October 28, 2024

Antonio E. Rivas, 68, Visitation will be from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM with a Rosary at 6:00 PM, Monday, November 4, 2024 at Sunset Funeral Homes - East, 750 N. Carolina. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at San Juan Bautista Catholic Church, 5649 Dailey. Interment will follow at 11:15 AM at Mount...

Romulo Chavira

Romulo Chavira

October 28, 2024

Beloved husband and father, Romulo Chavira, 77, passed away on Monday, October 28, 2024 at 7:00 A.M. surrounded by his family.

Romulo, Rom to his friends; Mono to his sister, was born in El Paso, Texas on November 5th, 1946. Romulo graduated from Ysleta High School and left to serve his country proudly in the United States Navy during the Vietnam...

Andrea Young

Andrea Young

October 27, 2024

Andrea Young, 42, Courageous Veteran and Devoted Family Member and Friend

Andrea Young, born in Andrews, Texas, and raised in Hobbs, New Mexico, passed away on October 27, 2024, in El Paso, Texas. Andrea was not just a National Guard veteran; she was a vibrant spirit who embodied resilience and determination. A beloved granddaughter, daughter, sister, niece, cousin, partner, and friend,...

Israel J. Torres

Israel J. Torres

October 27, 2024

Israel J. Torres, 24, entered into eternal rest on October 27, 2024 in El Paso, TX. Israel is survived by his beloved parents, Leopoldo Rubio Jr. and Mary Elizabeth Torres. His siblings, Jorge Resendiz, Leo Isaac Rubio, Isaiah Timothy Rubio, Jacob Ivan Torres, Johnny Ibrahim Torres and Ivan Aiden Rubio. Israel also leaves behind his beloved fiancee, Kyleigh Cheyenne Russell...

Tomasa "Tommie" J. Telles

Tomasa "Tommie" J. Telles

October 27, 2024

Tomasa “Tommie” J. Telles, 76, passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2024.

Tommie was born in El Paso, TX on September 20, 1948. She attended Jefferson High School. In April 1967 Tommie married Alberto Telles. Tommie loved to spend time with her grandchildren, family, friends, and attending church. She loved going to the beach, going to Disneyland, Disney World, Las Vegas,...

Carlos Alire Gutierrez

Carlos Alire Gutierrez

October 27, 2024

Carlos Alire Gutierrez, 96, a lifelong resident of El Paso, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, October 27, 2024. Carlos was preceded in death by his parents, Patrocinio & Reynalda Gutierrez, and several siblings. 

He began his 30+ year career in Civil Service at the Bureau of Reclamation. After being drafted by the Army and completing his tour, he...

Connie Biggar

Connie Biggar

October 27, 2024

Connie Biggar

 September 24, 1947 - October 27, 2024

Connie, 77, passed away on Sunday October 27, 2024 Connie fought a good fight but finally lost the battle to a long term illness. Connie worked as a CBP Officer for 15 years and eventually retired in 2021, but always mentioned how she missed her job and camaraderie with all of her...

Robert Renz

Robert Renz

October 27, 2024

Robert Renz, age 43, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, October 27, 2024, in El Paso, Texas. He was a wonderful son, brother, husband and father and will be greatly missed. Robert is survived by his parents; Paul and Gloria Renz; his loving wife; Elaine Renz; his dearest children; Anthony Renz, Sofia Renz and Joef Cerrado; and his brothers; Marty...

Concepcion Labrado

Concepcion Labrado

October 26, 2024

Concepcion "Connie" Fernandez Labrado

 January 16, 1942 - October 26, 2024 (82 years old)

 Connie was born in El Paso, Texas. She grew up in central south El Paso at the Tays apartments. She graduated from Bowie High School. Her activities during high school involved ROTC and the Baton Twirlers squad. She was so eager to work at an early age. She...

Andres Falcon Araujo

Andres Falcon Araujo

October 26, 2024

Andres Falcon Araujo, 73, Visitation will be from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM with a Prayer Service at 5:00 PM, Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at Sunset Funeral Homes - East, 750 N. Carolina. A Eulogy will be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, October 31, 2024 at Sunset Funeral Homes - East. Interment will follow at 12:00 PM at Mount Carmel...

Jose Manuel Romero

Jose Manuel Romero

October 26, 2024



It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jose Manuel Romero on October 26, 2024 at the age of 59. He was a wonderful son, brother, uncle and friend to many and will be greatly missed. Jose is preceded in death by his loving parents Jesus Romero, and Guadalupe Flores. Jose is survived by his loving siblings...

Betty L. Dickerson

Betty L. Dickerson

October 24, 2024

Betty Lou Dickerson peacefully gained her wings and entered the Kingdom of Heaven on October 24, 2024, at the age of 94. She was preceded in passing by her loving husband, Verlin R. Dickerson, her son, Lester W. Dickerson Sr., and daughter-in-law, Sylvie A. Dickerson. 

She volunteered tirelessly with Shriners, supporting doctors in the care of children with disabilities. She was...

Guillermo Villalba

Guillermo Villalba

October 23, 2024

Guillermo Villalba, 83, passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. 

Guillermo was born in Parral, Chihuahua Mexico on February 10, 1941. He married the love of his life, Josefina, in 1966. 

Guillermo took night classes at El Paso Community College while working as a truck driver and eventually entered the University of Texas at El Paso. He graduated from UTEP with a...

Martha M. Aranda

Martha M. Aranda

October 22, 2024

Martha Moreno Aranda, age 83, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, October 22, 2024. She was a wonderful mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, and friend, and she will be dearly missed. Martha is preceded in death by her parents Arturo and Guadalupe Moreno and her ex-husband of 35 years, Juan Aranda. She is survived by her sons, ‘mijos’, John Raymond Aranda,...

Antonio "Tony" De La Cruz

Antonio "Tony" De La Cruz

October 22, 2024

Antonio “Tony” De La Cruz, 61, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, in El Paso, Texas. He was a wonderful husband, dad, son, brother, uncle, and friend. Tony is preceded in death by his parents; Manuel De La Cruz, Cruz R. De La Cruz and siblings Julio De La Cruz, Isela De La Cruz, and Virginia De...

Kenneth J. Heeter

Kenneth J. Heeter

October 21, 2024

Kenneth J. Heeter, 58, Visitation will be from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM with a Prayer Service at 6:00 PM, Thursday, October 31, 2024 at Sunset Funeral Homes - East, 750 N. Carolina. A Funeral Service will be held at 12:00 PM, Friday, November 1, 2024 at Sunset Funeral Homes - East, 750 N. Carolina. Interment will follow at 1:00...

Maria Luisa Valles

Maria Luisa Valles

October 21, 2024

Maria Luisa Valles entered into the hands of her Lord on Monday, October 21, 2024 at the age of 99. She was a loving daughter, wife, mother and will be greatly missed. Visitation will be from 4:00-8:00pm with a Vigil/Rosary to begin at 6:00pm on Tuesday, November 05, 2024 at Sunset Funeral Home - Northeast, 4631 Hondo Pass Dr. Committal...