Obituaries

February 25, 2016

Antoinette “Toni” Perkins Starks, age 53, the daughter of Benny Perkins (1 SG U.S. Army Ret.) and the late Hattie Perkins left this life on 25 February 2016 and will be joined in eternal life with her mother. Antoinette was born in Brooklyn, New York on 20 May 1962. She started her education in the public school system (PS93) IN...

February 24, 2016

Eduarda Ojeda Mavy, also known as Lala, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2016 at the age of 90 at Oasis Nursing Home in El Paso. She was born on October 12, 1925 and is survived by her daughter, Gloria O. Mavy; son, Pablo Mavy; grandchildren: Virgilio Perez, Esteban Perez, Adrian J. Perez, Gloria Perez, Christopher Mavy, Mario Mavy, Argelia...

February 24, 2016

February 24, 2016

Garland Young Gilliland III, 62, Visitation will be from 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM with Funeral Service at 7:00 PM Monday, February 29, 2016 at Sunset Funeral Home Northeast. Committal will be at 10:30 AM, Tuesday, March 1, 2016 at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please donate to The American Kidney Fund www.kidneyfund.org or Vista Hills Church...

February 23, 2016

Twymeni Lorell Purchase was born July 19, 1966 to loving parents Willie Ray and Florence Hrobowski of Maywood, Illinois. She was granted her wings on February 23, 2016. Twymeni was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church of El Paso, Texas where she was the financial secretary and active with the Choir and Youth Ministries, Deacons and Ministers’ Wives, Praise...

February 23, 2016

Andy C. Saucedo went to be with the Lord on February 23, 2016, at the age of 60. Andy is preceded in death by his mother Olibama C. Saucedo. He is survived by his father Andres D. Saucedo, brother Hector Saucedo, sister-in-law Dolores Saucedo, and niece Victoria Andrea Saucedo. Andy was a respected, tenured professor at NMSU Dona Ana Branch...

February 23, 2016

Armando Moncada 90, passed away on Tuesday, February 23, 2016. Armando was born in El Paso, Texas on June 18, 1925. Armando served proudly in the United States Army from March 1945 to February 1947. Armando married the love of his life, Margarita in 1945. He is survived by his wife Margarita and their five children, Dolores Ahia (Leroy), Ruben...

February 23, 2016

Jose R. Villela, 62, passed away February 23, 2016. He was a truck driver for over 30 years. Jose enjoyed restoring his 1957 Chevy, 1956 Ford and fishing. He was a devoted father and grandfather. Jose is preceded in death by his father; Jesus Villela, son; Marc Anthony Villela, grandson; Anthony Villela, brothers; Edmundo and Jose. He is survived by...

February 23, 2016

Jesus Orozco, 68, Memorial Service: 200pm on Saturday, 27, 2016 at Sunset Funeral Home-East. Interment: Private

February 23, 2016

Catalina S. Gonzalez passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 23, 2016 at the age of 85 surrounded by loved ones. Our beloved mother was always so generous towards others. If you ever complimented her on an article of clothing or a piece of jewelry, you had better be ready to receive it because that’s how giving she was. She was...

February 22, 2016

Chong P. Courtney, 69, passed away on February 22, 2016 in El Paso, Texas. She was born to Che E Nam and Han Ok Seun on September 14, 1946 in Korea. She leaves behind to treasure her memory, her husband, Carol G. Courtney, daughter, Sandra C. Courtney; grandchildren, Celeste and David; two brothers and two sisters. Visitation will be from...

February 21, 2016

Jose Daniel Pineda “Danny”, 63. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, passed away on February 21st. Danny was a lifelong resident of El Paso. He was a veteran with the U.S. Marine Corps and a hard worker for Mission Chevrolet for many years. He is preceded in death by his parents, Socorro and Adolfo Pineda,...

February 20, 2016

El Paso, Texas – Donald R. Hitchins, 83, formerly of Mendota, passed away on February 20, 2016 at the Ambrosio Guillen Texas State Veterans Home where he was a resident. Donald was born on March 12, 1932 in Mendota to George and Lena (Mathesius) Hitchins. He married Leatrice Eichorn on June 6, 1953. Survivors include the mother of his children,...

February 20, 2016

Lydia Solano, 86, passed away February 20, 2016. She is survived by her sons; Andres Solano, Jr., Raul Mora Solano, Antonio Solano, Armando Solano, daughters; Maria Irma Estrada, Hermelinda S. Puckett, several Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren, brothers; Lorenzo Mora, Cecilio Mora and Salvador Mora. Visitation will be from 4:00 to 9:00 p.m., Thursday, February 25, 2016 at Sunset Funeral Home-Americas...

February 19, 2016

Anita J. Garcia joined our Lord Jesus Christ peacefully on February 19, 2016 in El Paso, Texas at the age of 73. Anita is preceded in death by her father Abraham; mother, Piedad; and brother, Abraham, Jr. Anita is survived by her husband of 56 years Rodolfo Garcia; son, Lawrence Garcia; and daughters: Cheryl Rosales, Deborah Rojas and Valerie Garcia;...

February 19, 2016

Gonzalo J. Salas, born January 10, 1927, passed away on February 19, 2016, at the age of 89. He served in U.S. Army during World War II and was active VFW member, involved in politics and helping with many church events. He is survived by his wife, Maria C. Salas, his daughters Juanita Salas, Alicia Salas, Josie Salas his son...

February 19, 2016

ONA MARGUERITE BOURGOIN passed away on Friday, February 19, 2016 at the age of 85. She was a veteran of the United States Army. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who will be greatly missed. She was preceded in death by her daughter Nancy Ann Bourgoin, her husband George Bourgoin and her grandaughter Leila Broome. She is survived...

February 19, 2016

Barbara A. Dise, 75, passed Friday, February 19, 2016 after a long illness which she faced with patience, courage, and fortitude. She is survived by her children; Stephen, Raymond, and Lisa A. Dise. Also Survived by her siblings; Philip de Courcelle Jr., Patricia Kaczmarczyk, Mary Oliver and grandchildren; Jacob, Ashton, Hailey, Schuyler, and Jaylyn. Barbara is preceded in death by...

February 19, 2016

Mary E. Fulton, 85, passed away peacefully February 19, 2016. Mary was born April 23, 1930 in Cheshire, Oregon. Mary has a host of family and friends that will miss her dearly. She has appreciated all the doctors and La Mariposa Hospice for respecting her wishes. Her memorial is Wednesday February 24, 2016 at 2:00 PM; 5700 Aladdin Avenue, El...

February 18, 2016

Richard Lee Andis, 84 years of age, a naval submarine veteran and El Paso resident for 47 years, slipped his moorings of mortality and sailed into the peaceful waters of eternity. Preceded in death by his mother- Lessie Lyle Andis, father: Ira T. Andis, Sisters: Viva Comrack, Odean Holcomb, brother: Samuel Andis. He was born on October 19th 1931 and...