Obituaries
Santiago Sanchez
September 7, 2026
Santiago Sanchez, 77, passed away on Monday, September 8, 2026.Santiago was born in Madera, Chihuahua on January 27, 1949. Santiago worked for Thunder Basin Coal company as a miner. Santiago met his wife, Cruzita, in the 1970s. Santiago is preceded in death by his parents; Maria and Manuel, daughter; Alice brother; Ramon, and sister; Martha. He leaves behind his wife;...
Jesus Manuel Carrillo
September 7, 2026
Graveside Service will be held at 9:30 am on Friday September 25, 2026 at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery.
Jenny Chavez
September 6, 2026
Jenny Chavez, 65, of Canutillo, Texas, passed away on September 6, 2026.
Jenny was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend who lived life with passion, strength, and conviction. She loved to travel and enjoyed creating memories and experiencing new places. Her Catholic faith was an important part of her life and provided her with comfort, strength, and guidance.
Jenny is survived...
Joanne Bradley Wieters
September 6, 2026
Joanne Bradley Wieters, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, social worker, advocate, and friend, returned to her heavenly home on the morning of September 6, 2026, at the age of 82. Her life was marked by faith, compassion, intellectual curiosity, and a deep commitment to helping others through life’s most difficult moments.
Joanne was born on April 17, 1944. A devoted Catholic,...
Maria Del Carmen Avalos
September 5, 2026
Maria Del Carmen Avalos, 66, entered into eternal rest on September 5, 2026 in El Paso, TX. Maria Del Carmen is preceded in death by her parents, Victor Avalos and Maria De Leon. Maria Del Carmen is survived by her loving brothers, Gustavo Avalos and Victor Avalos Jr. Sisters, Aida Avalos, Leticia Avalos and Hilda Avalos. Maria Del Carmen was...
Ricky "Monster" Gomez
September 5, 2026
Ricky "Monster" Gomez, 56, entered into eternal rest on September 5, 2026 in El Paso, Texas. Ricky is preceded in death by his parents Marcelo Gomez Jr. & Engracia Holguin. Siblings, Jose Gomez, Frank Gomez & Mary Silvas. Ricky is survived by his children, Ricardo Gomez Jr.& Rey Fi-Pathu Gomez. Companion, Letty Ruiz. Siblings, Luis Gomez, Tury Gomez, Irma Trejo,...
Javier F. Gardea
September 4, 2026
Javier F. Gardea, 74 passed away Friday, September 4, 2026
Javier was born on April 4, 1952. He graduated from Ysleta High School and was a music major at UTEP. During his early music career he played with bands like Malo and Sunny Ozuna, he lived in Hawaii for 17 years and played backup for Kenny Logans and George Benson. He...
Eliborio "Goyo" Figueroa
September 3, 2026
Eliborio Figueroa, 76, entered into eternal rest on September 3, 2026 in Socorro, TX. Eliborio is preceded in death by his parents, Merced and Victoria Figueroa. Eliborio is survived by his beloved wife, Ernestina Morales. Sons, Javier Figueroa, Eliborio Figueroa Jr. and Jesus Morales. Daughters, Teresa Figueroa Andrade and Marisol Figueroa. Brothers, Erasmo Figueroa y Jose Merced Figueroa. Sisters, Emelina...
Manuel H. Villalon
September 2, 2026
Beloved husband, father, Papa, brother, soldier, mentor, and friend, Manuel Horacio Villalon Jr., 77, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. With gratitude in his heart and faith in his soul, Manny's earthly journey came to an end as he went home to be with Jesus.
Born on August 8, 1949, to Felipa...
Reynaldo Badillo
September 2, 2026
Ray Badillo of El Paso, TX, passed away in peace on September 2nd, 2026. “Dad”, as he was lovingly called by his family and friends, was born on June 24th 1933 to Martin and Anita Badillo. After serving in the United States Airforce, Ray went on to complete numerous buildings and warehouse projects as a construction foreman throughout El Paso,...
Elisabeth A. Brinkley
September 2, 2026
Elisabeth Annemarie Brinkley, 86, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2026. Elisabeth was born in Ulm, Germany on May 24, 1940 to Gerhard and Maria Glauch. The eldest of 5 sisters, Elisabeth grew up and attended Catholic schools in Germany’s Baden-Württemberg region. Elisabeth met and married the love of her life, Edwin Brinkley in 1962. She was a committed partner...
Andrea Alvarado Alcala "Andy"
September 1, 2026
Andrea Alvarado Alcalá, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, has returned to her heavenly home on September 1, 2026. Andrea leaves behind a legacy of hard work, perseverance, and a fearlessness that her descendants hope to carry on. Born to Eleuterio and Soledad Alvarado, her story began in Santa Rita, New Mexico, where she helped raise her siblings Elena,...
Maria Carmen Grisanti
August 30, 2026
Maria Carmen Grisanti, 88, entered into eternal rest on August 30, 2026 in El Paso, TX. Maria Carmen is preceded in death by her parents, Roman Ocon and Zeneida Ocon. Her beloved husband, Jorge Adolfo Grisanti. Son, Antonio Grisanti, her brother Pablo, sisters, Socorro, Guadalupe, Zelia, Aurelia and Trinidad. Maria Carmen is survived by her sons, Jorge Grisanti Jr., Adolfo...
Jose F. Galarza
August 30, 2026
Jose Francisco Galarza, 79, entered into eternal rest on August 30, 2026 in El Paso, Texas. Jose is preceded in death by his parents Secundino Galarza & Antonia Murillo. His Beloved wife Esperanza Galarza. His Children, Ricardo Bueno & Esperanza Galarza. Siblings, Ramon, Juan & Gloria. Jose is survived by his Children, Frank Galarza, Ramon Bueno, Martin Galarza & Anna...
Ernest "Andy" Andrew Childress
August 30, 2026
Ernest Andrew Childress, 82, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, August 30, 2026, after a brief battle with cancer. “Ernie,” or “Andy,” depending on where you are from, lived his life to the fullest and left smiles, love, and a good story everywhere he went. Ernie was born in Bryan, Texas, while his parents were running from a hurricane. And...
Dr. Gretchen M. Schmalz
August 29, 2026
Dr. Gretchen M. Schmalz, 90, passed away on August 29, 2026, in El Paso, Texas. Gretchen was born on January 22, 1936, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Walter and Theresa Schmalz (née Naumann). She was baptized on February 23, 1936, at Mount Olivet Lutheran Church in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Her faith remained constant and strong throughout her lifetime.
After graduating from Minneapolis Central...
Ramon Serna
August 29, 2026
"In Loving Memory of Ray"
It is with profound sadness and loving hearts that we announce the passing of Ramon "Ray" Serna. Who left us too soon on August 29, 2026, at the age of 48.
Ray was a loving family member and loyal friend. He was the kind of person that always thought of others before himself.
He enjoyed a simple life...
Richard Varona Hardowin
August 28, 2026
Richard V. Hardowin passed away on August 28, 2026. Born in Ventura, California, on January 4, 1968, Richard graduated from Irvin High School and worked as a roofer for many years. He was never married. He loved baseball, bowling, collecting rare coins, and working on his 1972 Harley-Davidson motorcycle. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Marie...
Teresita Espejo Baggao
August 28, 2026
Teresita Espejo Baggao, 95, of El Paso, Texas, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2026, in the loving embrace of her family.
Teresita was born on January 1, 1931, in Banaoang, Santa, Ilocos Sur, Philippines, to Gregorio de Peralta and Teofila Aglibut Espejo. On March 23, 1953, she married her devoted husband, Dominador, and together they began a wonderful adventure as...


