Obituaries

Patricia A. Garoutte

Patricia A. Garoutte

September 1, 2025

Patricia Ann Garoutte (Bone) (1935–2025)

Pat was born on January 29, 1935, in St. Louis, Missouri. She graduated from Albuquerque High School and worked as an operator for the American Bell Telephone Company. In 1953, she married Charles Theodore Garoutte, Jr. (Ted), and they owned and operated a variety of businesses, including a grocery store, a fishing resort, Port of Call...

Leola Hattie Jackson Deal

Leola Hattie Jackson Deal

September 1, 2025

“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith. Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day; and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.” – 2 Timothy 4:7-8

On the morning of...

Raul Lombraña

Raul Lombraña

September 1, 2025

“Well done, my good and faithful servant” – Matthew 25:23

With profound sadness and enduring love, we announce the passing of Raul Lombraña Sr., who entered eternal rest on September 1, 2025, at the age of 91 in his hometown of El Paso, Texas. While our hearts ache with his absence, we find solace in the knowledge that Raul’s remarkable life...

Guadalupe "Mama Spidoo" Lozano

Guadalupe "Mama Spidoo" Lozano

September 1, 2025

In honor of our beloved mother, daughter, and sister, we remember a woman whose life revolved around her children. They were her greatest joy, and she would do whatever it took to take care of them.She was a devoted Dallas Cowboys fan, football Sundays were her passion, and you knew not to say anything about “her boys,” or she’d surely...

Dennis James Wietecha

Dennis James Wietecha

August 31, 2025

Dennis James Wietecha, 73, passed away on Sunday, August 31st, 2025 at home in his favorite chair.

Dennis was born in El Paso, Texas on February 25th, 1952. He graduated from Bel Air High School and went to work at Farah Manufactory before starting his career at Mountain Bell/ATT. Dennis worked multiple jobs, ending as a communication tech in the Ysleta...

Pedro V. Bracamonte

Pedro V. Bracamonte

August 31, 2025

Pedro V. Bracamonte, 86, Visitation will be from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM with Vigil/Rosary at 6:00 PM, Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at Sunset Funeral Homes- East, 750 N. Carolina. Funeral Mass will be at 12:30 PM, Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at St. Raphael Catholic Church, 2301 Zanzibar. Graveside Service will follow at 2:00 PM at Fort Bliss National Cemetery...

Alejandro Rodriguez

Alejandro Rodriguez

August 31, 2025

Alejandro Rodriguez, 48, entered into eternal rest on August 31, 2025 in El Paso, TX. Alejandro is survived by his parents, Pedro and Griselda Rodriguez. His brothers, Pedro Alberto Rodriguez, Daniel Rodriguez and Andre Rodriguez; who will honor and cherish his memory. Alejandro was very loved and will always be missed. 

A Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 9:00...

Lonnie B. Dawkins

Lonnie B. Dawkins

August 30, 2025

Lonnie B. Dawkins passed away peacefully on August 30, 2025, in Woodruff, South Carolina,

at the age of 95. Born on November 27, 1929, in Headland, Alabama, Lonnie lived a long, faith-

filled life, and went home to be with the Lord surrounded by love and prayer.

She was the beloved wife of the late CSM (Ret.) Pete Dawkins, Sr., and was preceded...

Ernestina A. Stevens

Ernestina A. Stevens

August 30, 2025

In Loving Memory of Ernestina Stevens

Ernestina Stevens, 90, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2025, in El Paso, Texas, surrounded by her loving family.

Born December 4, 1934, in Colotlán, Jalisco, Mexico, Ernestina lived her life with deep faith, devotion and love for her family. A devout Catholic, she shared her unwavering belief with her husband, Winfried, and together they built...

Hermelinda Morales

Hermelinda Morales

August 30, 2025

Hermelinda Morales, a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, peacefully passed into the hands of Our Lord and Savior on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at the age of 93. She was a woman of great strength, kindness, and love, whose warmth and nurturing spirit will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Hermelinda was a longtime manufacturing laborer and homemaker....

Pearl Whitcomb

Pearl Whitcomb

August 30, 2025

It is with such an immense sadness to inform you of the passing of Mrs. Pearl Frazer Whitcomb. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Wayne Whitcomb; Her son, Sean, Ralph Whitcomb; and her grandson, Austin Wayne Smith. She is survived by her two daughters: Wanda Smith and Suzanne Whitcomb, Son-in-law: Eric Herrera. She has three granddaughters: Ashley...

Barbara E. McCarthy

Barbara E. McCarthy

August 30, 2025

Barbara E. McCarthy, age 87, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 30, 2025. She was born on January 6,1938 in Brooklyn, NY. She was a long-time member of St. Luke Catholic Church. Barbara is preceded in death by her parents: William E. and Barbara R. Urquhart, her siblings: Willam Urquhart and Rita Urquhart, her husband: Edwin W. McCarthy. She is...

Sonia Yvette Heredia

Sonia Yvette Heredia

August 30, 2025

Sonia Yvette Heredia, 55,

Sonia Y. Heredia, 55, passed away on Saturday, August 30, 2025.

Sonia was born in El Paso, TX, on March 29, 1970. She graduated from Irvin High School, and received a Bachelor's degree in Business at the University of Texas at El Paso.

Sonia is preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Gloria Tovar. She leaves behind her...

Leonor Julieta Rankin

Leonor Julieta Rankin

August 29, 2025

Leonor Julieta Rankin, born on April 10, 1935, passed away on August 29, 2025. In her home, which she deemed everyone's home in El Paso, Texas, surrounded by her family. She is remembered fondly and lovingly by her surviving brother and three children, three sons and three daughters. She was a headstrong grandmother who loved her grandchildren and great-grandchildren in...

Patrick D. Mitchell

Patrick D. Mitchell

August 29, 2025

Patrick D. Mitchell entered eternal rest on Friday, August 29, 2025, in El Paso, Texas. He was a devoted husband, son, brother, and friend, and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

He is survived by his loving parents, Alan and Lyne Mitchell; his wife, Nubia Tarazona; his brothers, Alan Mitchell and Gerren Mitchell; his sisters, Tyra...

Carmen "Nity" Salas Quiñonez

Carmen "Nity" Salas Quiñonez

August 29, 2025

Carmen "Nity" Salas Quiñonez, 83, entered into eternal rest on August 29, 2025 in El Paso, TX. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Samuel David Quiñonez; her parents, Jose Salas and Maria Magdalena Barron. Brothers, Manuel Salas and and Francisco Salas. Sisters, Catalina Salas, Margarita Quiñonez and Lorenza Calderon. Carmen is survived by her loving children, Jose...

Robert Velez

Robert Velez

August 28, 2025

Robert David Velez, known as Bobby, Beto, Bob, and Mr. Bob was born February 11, 1939 in El Paso, Texas and passed to his greater glory on August 28, 2025. He was born to Raquel Loera Velez and Simon O. Velez. He was brother to Joel (d), Norma (d), Graciela (d) and Efraim (d). He attended El Paso public schools,...

Nemecio Romero

Nemecio Romero

August 28, 2025

Nemecio Romero, age 91, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, August 28, 2025, in El Paso, Texas. Nemecio was a wonderful son, brother and husband and will be greatly missed. He is preceded in death by his parents; Jesus Romero and Micaela Quintana; his siblings; Luis Romero, Adrian Romero, Cruz Romero and Piedad Romero. He is survived by his loving...

Sylvia Ruth (Janger) Wechter

Sylvia Ruth (Janger) Wechter

August 27, 2025

Sylvia Ruth (Janger) Wechter died peacefully in her home on August 27, 2025 in La Jolla, California, surrounded by her children and loved ones. Born in Oklahoma City on September 20, 1935, Sylvia was the daughter of Jeanette Balk Janger and Louis Janger. She grew up in Oklahoma then moved to Los Angeles with her family after high school.

Sylvia attended...

Teodoro Herrera

Teodoro Herrera

August 26, 2025

Teodoro Herrera, 83, Visitation will be from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM with a Vigil/Rosary at 5:00 PM and a Scripture Service at 6:00 PM, Saturday, September 13, 2025 at Sunset Funeral Homes- East, 750 N. Carolina.