Obituaries

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...

Justino Guillen Rojo

Justino Guillen Rojo

October 21, 2024

Justino Guillen Rojo, 86, entered into eternal rest on October 21, 2024 in El Paso, TX. Justino was born in Mexico City to parents, Alfredo Rojo and Esperanza Guillen. Justino is survived by his beloved wife, Netta Joyce Rojo. Sons, Javier Rojo, Justin Rojo, Jesus Rojo and Gustavo Rojo; daughter, Bertha Rojo. Justino was very loved and will be dearly...

David Gonzales

David Gonzales

October 21, 2024

David Gonzales, 62, entered into eternal rest on Monday, October 21, 2024 in El Paso, Texas. He was a wonderful husband, son, father, brother, uncle, and grandfather, and he will be greatly missed. David is survived by his loving parents: Tomas and Priscilla Gonzales, his loving wife of 41 years; Delia, son; David Thomas Gonzales (Celyce), daughter; Amanda Rose Arney...

Clarenda Elizabeth Lewis

Clarenda Elizabeth Lewis

October 20, 2024

Clarenda Elizabeth Lewis, age 83, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, October 20, 2024. She was a wonderful daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother and will be greatly missed. Clarenda is preceded in death by her parents; George Hampton Van Hooser and Frances Louise Van Hooser, brother; Jack Douglas Van Hooser, and her loving husband; James Albert Lewis. She is survived...

Alina Carmen Luna

Alina Carmen Luna

October 19, 2024

Our beloved Alina Carmen Luna, born on January 6, 1971 gently danced her way out of the natural way of life on October 19, 2024 in the comfort of her own home. She was attended to by her mother, Elaine Luna, Dad Tom Sharp, her daughter Reyna and her Tías Kathy, Becky, Patty and Tío Ed Greene. She is survived...

Craig Burrett Adams

Craig Burrett Adams

October 19, 2024

Craig B. Adams, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, who went to be with the Lord on October 19, 2024. A proud Marine who served in Vietnam, Craig exemplified courage and dedication throughout his life.

He is survived by his loving wife, Patricia Adams, and their three children, Zachary, Jacob, and Rebecca Adams. Craig was also a cherished grandfather to nine grandchildren,...

David P. Lynch

David P. Lynch

October 17, 2024

On Thursday, 17 October, David Lynch stepped into the arms of Jesus to begin his new eternal life in heaven where there will be no more sorrow or disease.

David was born in Cambridgeshire, England, on Feb 12, 1954, while his family was stationed there with the US Air Force. They were then transferred to Williams AFB, Arizona and he grew...

Francisco Mendoza

Francisco Mendoza

October 17, 2024

Francisco Mendoza entered into the hands of his Lord on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at the age of 83. He was a long-time El Pasoan and an active member of the community for over 40 years. He was one of the founding members of Blessed Sacrament Athletic Association, coaching and mentoring hundreds of kids throughout the years.

He graduated from El...

Felix R. Vega

Felix R. Vega

October 17, 2024

Felix R. Vega passed away peacefully on October 17, 2024. His devoted wife, Mila, was by his side.  

Felix was a happy star. He saw goodness in everyone he met. He supported their dreams and aspirations. He was an artist who sought to portray realism. His paintings were an expression of what he sees in life. He lived his life...

Manuel "Manny" Resendez

Manuel "Manny" Resendez

October 15, 2024

Manuel “Manny” Resendez, age 65, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, October 15, 2024 in El Paso, Texas. He was a wonderful son, brother, uncle, friend, and will be dearly missed. Manny is preceded in death by his parents: Luis Resendez Marquez and Ana Osorio, and his brother: Robert Resendez. He is survived by his sisters: Maria Marta Salazar (Jesse...

Patricia Ann Barber

Patricia Ann Barber

October 15, 2024

Patricia Ann Barber was a caring wife, mother, grandmother and sister. She left this world peacefully October 15, 2024, at the age of 94. She was born to Harold and Lucille Cook June 11, 1930. After graduating from high school, Patricia chased her dream and joined the Army where she met her husband, Billy B Barber. Together they had 3...

Amalia Aranda Lujan

Amalia Aranda Lujan

October 15, 2024

Amalia Lujan, 87, Visitation will be from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM with a Rosary at 6:00 PM, Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at Sunset Funeral Homes - East, 750 N. Carolina. Funeral Mass will be at 10:30 AM on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at Little Flower Catholic Church, 171 Polo Inn Rd. Graveside Service will follow at 12:00 PM at...

Raul M. Holguin

Raul M. Holguin

October 15, 2024

Raul M. Holguin entered into the hands of his Lord on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at the age of 94. He was a loving son, husband, father and will be greatly missed.

He is survived by his loving wife; Carmen Hilda De Holguin; his two daughters, Nelly Salomon and Margarita Holguin; his four sons, Jose Holguin, Raul Holguin, Frank Holguin, and...

Beatriz "Bea" H. Salas

Beatriz "Bea" H. Salas

October 15, 2024

Beatriz “Bea” H. Salas, age 77, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, October 15, 2024. She was a wonderful daughter, wife, mother, grandmother and will be dearly missed. Beatriz is preceded in death by her parents; Placido Herrera and Juliana Delgado, her loving husband: Fernando Salas. She is survived by her children: Raul Salas Granados (Francisco), Ana Dolores Salas, Guadalupe...

Sandra Watson

Sandra Watson

October 14, 2024

Sandra Zully Watson, age 51, entered into eternal rest on Monday, October 14, 2024. She was a wonderful wife, mother, daughter, sister, friend, and she will be dearly missed. Sandra is preceded in death by her parents: Maria Refugio Garcia and Ismael Rodriguez Palacios, and her brother: Gustavo Armando Licon. She is survived by her husband of 29 years: Don...