Obituaries

Manuel Valtier

Manuel Valtier

April 8, 2009

Manuel Valtier, 74, Visitation: 5:00-9:00 pm, Thursday, April 9, 2009 at Sunset Funeral Homes -Northeast with a Funeral Service at 7:00 pm. Committal Service: 9:30 am, Friday, April 10, 2009 at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Survived by wife, Ines Valtier; sons, Jonathan, Antonio and Mario; daughters, Pamela Janczak, Leslie Valtier Santillan, and Nancy Swopes; brothers, Patricio, Arturo, and Roberto; and...

Consuelo Hughes

Consuelo Hughes

April 7, 2009

Consuelo Hughes, 61 has gone on to join God after a painful 3 ½-month battle with stomach cancer. During that time, God blessed her by showing her the love and support of her enormous family that came together and coordinated their time to help take care of her in her time of need. She was also blessed with the abundance...

Leland M. Swegheimer

Leland M. Swegheimer

April 6, 2009

Retired Sergeant First Class Leland M. Swegheimer Jr., 68, passed away April 6, 2009 at William Beaumont Medical Center. He was born on April 24, 1940 in Massillon, Ohio to Leland M. Swegheimer Sr. and Helen V. Lowe. He was married to Elaine C. Dahlgard on April 13, 1967. The shared 41 blissful years together. He is preceded in death...

Lorenzo "Mr. R." Ramirez

Lorenzo "Mr. R." Ramirez

April 6, 2009

Lorenzo S. Ramirez, affectionately known as Grandpa Lencho or Mr. R to his family and friends, age 84, of El Paso, Texas passed away on April 6, 2009. Preceded in death by his beloved son, Ruben Ramirez, left to cherish his memories are his wife of 62 years, Cruz F. Ramirez, sons, Ricardo (Janie) Ramirez and Rodolfo Ramirez, daughters Ruth...

Leonor A. DeJesus

Leonor A. DeJesus

April 5, 2009

Leonor A. DeJesus, 81, Committal Service: 10:00 am, Wednesday, April 8, 2009 at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Survived by daughters, Miriam Prohaska and Leonor Johnson. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Homes-Northeast.

Joseph S. Monticone

Joseph S. Monticone

April 5, 2009

Joseph S. Monticone, beloved husband, father, Tata, and World War II veteran passed away peacefully on April 5, 2009, at home. He is survived by his wife, Evelina, and his three children, Joseph R., Martha C. and Dr. David Monticone. In addition to his children, he was affectionately known as “Tata” by his grandchildren: J.C. & Heather, Billy & Kelly,...

Raul Tellez

Raul Tellez

April 4, 2009

Raul Tellez, 66, passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2009. He is survived by his brother; Robert Tellez. Funeral Mass will be at 9:30 am on Thursday, April 23, 2009 at Cristo Rey Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-East.

Jesse B. Tyler

Jesse B. Tyler

April 3, 2009

Jesse B. Tyler, 85, passed away, Friday, April 3, 2009. Mr. Tyler will have a Graveside Service on Friday, April 17, 2009 at Fort Bliss National Cemetery at 2 pm with Military Honors. SERVICES ENTRUSTED TO SUNSET FUNERAL HOME-EAST

Josefina Z. Hernandez

Josefina Z. Hernandez

April 1, 2009

In loving memory of Josefina Z. Hernandez, 73, went to be with the Lord on April 1, 2009.She was a loving and caring mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She is survived by daughters; Guadalupe Vasquez, Socorro Chavez (Francisco), Rosa Rodriguez (Louie), and son; Manuel Hernandez Jr., 10 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren, sisters; Carmen Najera (Pedro) and Rosario Ramos (Rafael), also many...

June H Davidson

June H Davidson

April 1, 2009

June H. Davidson, beloved wife, mother and grandmother entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, April 1, 2009. Mrs. Davidson was a member of The American Legion Ladies Auxiliary-Post 36, Jolly Corks of the B.P.O.E Lodge 187and she was active in community theatre. Left to cherish in her memory is her loving husband of 59 years; Mr. Charles W. Davidson, daughters;...

Russell Byrd

Russell Byrd

March 31, 2009

Russell Byrd, MSG (Retired), 79, of El Paso, TX, passed away on March 31, 2009. He was born November 2, 1929 in Hartford, CT, and raised in West Virginia. He retired from the U.S. Army after serving 27 years and also retired from the U.S. Postal Service. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jessie and Grace Byrd, his...

Hector T. Castillo

Hector T. Castillo

March 31, 2009

Hector Tobias Castillo, 70, was born December 16, 1938 in the Dominican Republic. He then ventured to the U.S. and was able to successfully run Metex Discount Corporation for over 40 years. Visitation: 5:00-9:00 pm, Friday, April 3, 2009 at Sunset Funeral Home-Northeast with a Eulogy at 6:30 pm. Interment: Private. Survived by wife, Maria Dolores Castillo; sons, Tobias Omar...

Steve Borjon

Steve Borjon

March 30, 2009

Steve Borjon, 33, a resident of El Paso, Tx for his whole life passed away on Monday, March 30, 2009. Steve was born in Yuma, AZ on December 19, 1975. He enjoyed playing tennis, bartending, baking cookies and spending time with his family and close friends. He is survived by his Mother; Margarita Simental of El Paso, TX., brother; Joe...

John Paul Scarbrough

John Paul Scarbrough

March 30, 2009

Dr. John Paul Scarbrough, 90, passed away quietly in his home after a brief illness on March 30. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Sylvanus Scarbrough, his mother, Roxie Lena Drake Scarbrough, and his brother Eugene Scarbrough. He honorably served his country as a Weather Squadron Commander in the Army Air Corps Eighth Air Force during World...

SFC (Ret.) James Bert Stallard

SFC (Ret.) James Bert Stallard

March 30, 2009

SFC(retired) James B. Stallard Sr., 74, passed away Monday, March 30, 2009, after a lifetime of service to our nation. He served 23 years Honorably with the U.S. Marine Corps and the U.S. Army. Among his military citations were The National Defense Ribbon, Berlin Occupation Medal, and Army Commendation Medal. Upon retirement from the military, he resumed serving his country...

Phyllis Rose Linton

Phyllis Rose Linton

March 29, 2009

Phyllis Rose Linton, 89. Visitation: 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Wednesday, April 1, 2009 at Sunset Funeral Homes-Northeast. Graveside Service: 10:00 am, Thursday, April 2, 2009 at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Interment: Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Survived by sons: Robert George and Richard Charles Linton; daughters: Lorraine Johnston, and Lynn Conway. Brother: Tom McGuire; Sisters: Ida Bromka, Teresa O’Mara, Marilyn...

Rosa (Dora) Barrios

Rosa (Dora) Barrios

March 27, 2009

Rosa (Dora) Barrios born September 15, 1924 was called to join our heavenly father on March 27, 2009. She was a loving, caring wife and mother who selflessly devoted her life to her family. She is preceded in death by her husband Ernesto Sr. and son Ernesto Jr. She is survived by son Armando (Dolores), daughters; Velia Lucero (Gilbert), Dora...

Emma M. Gomez

Emma M. Gomez

March 26, 2009

Emma M. Gomez, 79, passed away on March 26, 2009. She is survived by her sons; Leopoldo, Miguel Angel, Jose Antonio, Roberto and Agustin Gomez, daughters; Luz Elena Peinado, Margarita Gomez, Patricia Mata, Ma del Carmen and Maria Isabel Sainz, brother; Roberto Minjares and sister; Ramona Melendez Vda. de Eng. Visitation will be from 4-9 pm Monday, March 30, 2009...

Blanca Ramirez

Blanca Ramirez

March 26, 2009

Blanca “Big Mama” Ramirez, loving wife, mother and grandmother, passed away Thursday, March 26, 2009. Mrs. Ramirez was a member of Vino Nuevo and was very active in the Christian Community, where she served in several committees. Throughout her life she touched so many lives by her kindness and in her passing she helped save 6 lives. Mrs. Ramirez is...

Maria "Connie" Rocha

Maria "Connie" Rocha

March 26, 2009

Maria (Connie) C. Rocha, 65, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother passed away Thursday, March 26, 2009. Connie was a lifelong resident of El Paso. She was preceded in death by her mother; Eulalia M. Sandoval, father; Salome G. Sandoval and sister; Margarita Sandoval. Survived by husband; Jose S. Rocha, son; Jose S. Rocha Jr., daughter; Yvette Torres, daughter in...