Obituaries

Guadalupe Amaro Ornelas

Guadalupe Amaro Ornelas

April 1, 2011

Guadalupe Amaro Ornelas, born January 1, 1925 passed away peacefully April 1, 2011. Guadalupe is preceded in death by her loving husband, Thomas A. Ornelas and beloved pet, Coco. Survived by brother; Alfonso Amaro, sister; Ofelia Parra, sons; Tomas Jr. (Lorena), Samuel (Martha), daughters; Maria De Los Angeles, Elvia Maisonet, Ida, Anita Mares, grandchildren; Tomas III (Dora), Michelle (Gonzalo Jr.),...

Mary Fraire

Mary Fraire

April 1, 2011

Mary Fraire, 63, Visitation: 5-9pm, Vigil/Rosary: 7pm, Tuesday, April 5, 2011 at Sunset Funeral Home Northeast. Funeral Mass: 1pm, Wednesday, April 6, 2011 at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. Interment: Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home Northeast.

Jose Maria Maese

Jose Maria Maese

March 31, 2011

Jose Maria Maese 83.Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Monday April 4, 2011 with a Prayer Service at 7:00 p.m., at Sunset Funeral home- Americas. Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday April 5, 2011 at Sunset Funeral Home-Americas. Interment will follow at Restlawn Memorial Park.

Jose L. Ybarra

Jose L. Ybarra

March 31, 2011

Jose Luis Ybarra, 72, passed away on Thursday, March 31, 2011. He was born in Parral Mexico and was a lifelong resident of El Paso, Texas. He was preceded in death by his wife Maria Estela Ybarra. He is survived by his sons: Jose Luis Ybarra Jr., Rafael Ybarra, Jorge Ybarra, and Jesus Antonio Ybarra; his daughters: Christina Gonzalez, Norma...

Luis Sanchez

Luis Sanchez

March 31, 2011

Luis Sanchez died Thursday, March 31, 2011, in his home with his family, after fighting a long term battle with renal disease. Luis is survived by his wife, Susana; his daughters: Elsa, Lourdes, and Sandra; and his son, Luis Alberto. Visitation will be held from 5-9pm with a Vigil/Rosary to begin at 7pm on Sunday, April 3, 2011, at Sunset...

Ernesto Hernandez

Ernesto Hernandez

March 30, 2011

Ernesto “Ernie/Neto” Hernandez Sr., life-long resident of El Paso passed away March 30, 2011, at his home surrounded by his loving family. As a teen he worked for Price’s Creameries, he then joined the U.S Army honorably serving his country during World War II. He then returned to El Paso, married the love of his life, Maria Batres and has...

Anibal Felix Bultron

Anibal Felix Bultron

March 30, 2011

Anibal Felix Bultron, 83, entered into eternal life on March 30, 2011. He was a loving and devoted husband , father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He proudly served in the U.S. Army for 23yrs and was a veteran of the Korean Conflict. He is survived by son, Hector Felix; daughters: Marielena Valles, Lorena Contreras, and Tita Felix; 11 grandchildren; and...

Nancy S. Frazier

Nancy S. Frazier

March 30, 2011

Nancy S. Frazier, 83, was the only child of 6 born in the United States (on the 4th of July) of which she was so proud, even though she was raised in Glasgow Scotland. She passed away on March 30, 2011. Mrs. Frazier is preceded in death by her husband Mast Sgt., Ret., Richard D. Frazier; son, John Howard Gordy...

Earnest J. Guyton

Earnest J. Guyton

March 28, 2011

Earnest J. Guyton, 79, Committal Service: 2pm, Monday, April 4, 2011 at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. He is survived by his sons: Bruce and James; brother, Lester; sister: Emma Charles and Bessie Bryan; 4 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. Services Entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home Northeast.

Felipa Balandran

Felipa Balandran

March 28, 2011

Felipa Balandran, 66, Visitation will be held from 5:00-8:00 pm, Thursday, March 31, 2011 at Sunset Funeral Home-West with Prayer Service at 7:00 pm. Funeral Service will be held at 9:30 pm, Friday, April 1, 2011 Sunset Funeral Home-West. Interment to follow at Memory Gardens of the Valley Cemetery. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-West.

Alfredo R. Vallejo

Alfredo R. Vallejo

March 28, 2011

Alfredo R. Vallejo, 81, Visitation will be held from 5-9pm with a Vigil/Rosary to begin at 7pm Friday, April 1, 2011 at Sunset Funeral Home Northeast. Interment will be Private. He is survived by his sons: Fred and Charlie, daughter, Bertha Pino, brothers: Joe and Art; sister, Carmen Portillo; 6 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Services Entrusted to Sunset Funeral...

Samuel "Sam" L. Cordova

Samuel "Sam" L. Cordova

March 28, 2011

With deep sadness we announce the passing of Sam Cordova on March 28, 2011. Sam was a longtime resident of El Paso, born in Hurley, NM on May 31, 1938. He will be lovingly missed by his sons, Benjamin of El Paso, Sam and his wife Jeanette of Las Cruces, William and Jacob of El Paso. He was “Papa Sam”...

Maria Celia Diaz

Maria Celia Diaz

March 28, 2011

Maria Celia Diaz, 86, Visitation will be held from 4:00-8:00 pm, Friday, April 1, 2011 at Sunset Funeral Home-West with a Vigil at 7:00 pm. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 am, Saturday, April 2, 2011 at San Francisco de Assis Catholic Church. Interment to follow at Memory Gardens of the Valley Cemetery. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-West.

Deborah Kay Craig

Deborah Kay Craig

March 27, 2011

Deborah K. Craig, 57, Visitation: 5-9pm, Thursday, March 31, 2011 at Sunset Funeral Home Northeast. Interment: Private. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home Northeast.

Richard J. McCrea

Richard J. McCrea

March 27, 2011

Richard J. McCrea, 88, Committal Service: 2:00pm, Thursday, March 31, 2011 at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Memorial Service: 7:00pm, Thursday, March 31, 2011 at Open Gate Church of the Nazarene. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home Northeast. In lieu of flowers please make donations to "Life Challenge" Contact person: Tim Gamwell 751-2403.

Erik Duarte

Erik Duarte

March 27, 2011

Erik Duarte born on December 3, 1982, passed away Sunday, March 27, 2011. He is survived by his father, Juan, brothers, Juan, Sergio, and Chrystian, sister, Lupe, daughter, Alejandra and wife Danisa. He enjoyed riding on his Harley Davidson motorcycle and spending time with his family and friends. He will be missed by all who cared for him and loved...

Donald Leon Gravitt

Donald Leon Gravitt

March 26, 2011

Gravitt, Donald L., 72. Visitation: 5-7pm, Tuesday, March 29, 2011 at Sunset Funeral Home Northeast. Committal Service: 10:00 am, Wednesday, March 30, 2011 Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Interment: Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Homes Northeast.

Betty Yvette Montoya

Betty Yvette Montoya

March 26, 2011

Betty Yvette Montoya, 50, passed away on Saturday, March 26, 2011. She was a long time resident of El Paso, born November 28, 1960. God has gained the return of one of his beloved. The heavens rejoice but here on earth we bear the loss of an exceptional mother, daughter, sister and friend. Ms. Montoya is preceded in death by...

Rafaela Ordoñez

Rafaela Ordoñez

March 25, 2011

Rafaela Ordoñez, “FELA” passed away in her home on Friday, March 25, 2011 surrounded by her family. Rafaela was preceded in death by Raul Ordoñez loving husband of 45 years. She was born in Chihuahua, Mexico, born to Soledad Soto. Rafaela was a devoted wife and a loving mother and blessed all the lives she touched. A passion for sewing,...

Yvonne Marie Cordova

Yvonne Marie Cordova

March 24, 2011

Yvonne Marie Cordova, 31, passed away Thursday, March 24, 2011 in her home in El Paso, Texas with loved ones close. She was born June 22, 1979 in Lubbock, Texas. Yvonne spent her childhood growing up in Lompoc, California spending her time riding horses until she moved to El Paso at the age of 13. Yvonne married her Prince Charming...