Obituaries

Billie J Cates

Billie J Cates

May 5, 2007

Billie J. Cates, 78, our “ Nonnie” passed away on Saturday, May 5, 2007. She was born in Quitique, Texas and was a longtime resident of El Paso. She worked 22 years as a clerk at Mesa Vista Elementary. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth E. Cates; sister, Evalyne Plumb and brother, W.L. Messimer. She is survived...

Vivian Harris

Vivian Harris

May 4, 2007

Vivian ( Tess) Harris, born February 28, 1923 went to be with our Lord on May 4, 2007. She is survived by her beloved husband of 64 years Arthur Harris. Vivian had three children, Ray (Lorri) Harris, Gail (Robert) Williams and Debbie (Louie) Olivas. She has 5 grandchildren named Toni Jarrin, Casey, Lacy, Rebecca and Kevin Harris. Vivian was a...

John M. Kiser

John M. Kiser

May 4, 2007

John M. Kiser went home to be with the Lord on May 4, 2007. John was the youngest child born to William and Liza Kiser on April 25, 1915 in Marietta, Georgia. He was a member of the Turner Chapel Methodist Church in Marietta, Georgia where he enjoyed attending Sunday school and church. John finished high school in Marietta and...

Ralph Eugene Hamilton

Ralph Eugene Hamilton

May 3, 2007

Ralph Eugene Hamilton, 77, died unexpectedly at home in E1 Paso May 3, 2007. He was born January 31, 1930, in Denver and attended schools there and in Wichita and Dodge City. He also attended junior college in Dodge City and New Mexico State University. He served overseas in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. In 1988 he was...

Thomas William Hunt

Thomas William Hunt

May 3, 2007

Thomas William Hunt, 88. Graveside Service: 11:00 am, Monday, May 7, 2007 at Desert View Cemetery. Interment: Desert View Cemetery. Survived by wife, Betty Jo Hunt. Sons, Darryl L. Hunt and Kyle J. Hunt. Daughters, Wendy White and Shelley Camoin. Sister, Georgie DeFoe. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Homes-Northeast.

Mary C. Trower

Mary C. Trower

May 2, 2007

Mary Catherine Trower died May 2, 2007. She was born in Pottsville, PA to the late Elmer and Margaret Martin. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul (LTC Retired). She graduated from Liberty High School, Class of 1945, and Bethlehem Business College in Bethlehem, PA. Mary was a member of Desert Sun Chapter 30, Society of Military Widows,...

Antonio E. Portillo

Antonio E. Portillo

May 2, 2007

Antonio E. Portillo Sr., 75, passed away Wednesday, May 2, 2007. Antonio was a lifelong resident of El Paso. He is survived by his sons, Antonio Portillo Jr. and Manuel Portillo; daughter, Yvonne Chavez; 5 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren; sisters, Dora Martinez and Poala Tanner. Visitation will be from 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm Monday, May 7, 2007 at...

Amelia O. Dorado

Amelia O. Dorado

May 2, 2007

Amelia O. Dorado, 82, passed away Wednesday, May 2, 2007 in El Paso, Texas. She is preceded in death by husband Alejandro Dorado. Survived by daughters, Elena D. Cordero, Graciela Rodriguez, and Maria Yolanda Dorado; son, Gilberto Dorado; eleven grandchildren; fifteen great- grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. Visitation was held Thursday, May 3, 2007 from 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm...

Joel David Davila

Joel David Davila

April 30, 2007

Joel David Davila, 52, passed away Monday, April 30, 2007. Survived by wife: Brenda Schropp; parents: Jesus Villarreal & Rosa Maria Sanchez; brothers: Jesus, Ernesto, Luis & Ruben Villareal; sisters: Maria de Jesus Hernandez, Irene Hernandez, Patricia Villarreal & Maria Villareal Visitation 4-9 Wednesday, May 2, 2007 at Sunset Funeral Home-East Vigil at 7:30 pm Wednesday, May 2, 2007 at...

Veronica Margaret Mate

Veronica Margaret Mate

April 30, 2007

Mate, Veronica M., 97, Visitation: 6-8:30 pm, Vigil: 7 pm, Thursday, May 3, 2007 at Sunset Funeral Homes-Northeast. Funeral Mass: 11:30 am, Friday, May 4, 2007 at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Interment: Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Survived by daughter, Barbara Spruill. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Homes-Northeast.

Maria Del Carmen "Jovita" Escandon Franco

Maria Del Carmen "Jovita" Escandon Franco

April 30, 2007

After three years of serious health problems, Maria Del Carmen “Jovita” Escandon Franco peacefully passed away April 30, 2007 at the age of 82 Born in Smeltertown, she was a devoted Catholic and life long resident of El Paso, Texas. She is survived by her husband, Vidal Franco, her sister, Isabella Gonzalez, her brother, Antonio Escandon, four sons, Arturo, Manuel,...

John Charles Caulfield

John Charles Caulfield

April 29, 2007

John Charles Caulfield, 51, passed away on Sunday April 29, 2007. He is a long time resident of El Paso, Texas. He is survived by wife: Carrie L. Caulfield; son: Kenneth Patrick Caulfield; brother: Tom Caulfield and wife Patsy & children Erik & Valerie; sister: Anita Caulfield and mother: Elizabeth P. Caulfield. Memorial Service will be at 2 pm on...

Bobby Avila

Bobby Avila

April 29, 2007

Bobby Avila, 32, passed away on Sunday, April 29, 2007. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso, Texas. Bobby was always a very happy person and known for his beautiful smile and big heart. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends. Bobby is survived by his mother; Carmen Fonseca. Visitation will be held from 4 pm...

Aurelia E. Madrid

Aurelia E. Madrid

April 28, 2007

Con profunda pena participamos a nuestros familiares y amigos el desceso de Nuestra querida Esposa, Madre, Abuela y Bisabuela, Sra. Aurelia Espinoza de Madrid, acaecida en El Paso, TX. a la edad de 71 años, el Sabado, 28 de Abril del 2007. Nacio el 13 de Junio del 1935, en San Buenaventura, Chihuahua. Sus padres Ramon Espinoza (+) y Eufemia...

Cora Mae Collins

Cora Mae Collins

April 27, 2007

Cora M Collins, 74, left this world on Friday, April 27, to join her beloved husband, Charley T Collins. Cora married and left her home in Oklahoma at the age of 13, first to become a cattle rancher in NM and later to become a bartender in California, and a military wife in El Paso. Cora and Charley were married...

David I Silva

David I Silva

April 26, 2007

David I. Silva, 80, passed away on April 26, 2007. He was born and raised in Smelter Town. Mr. Silva moved to Sunset Heights in 1966 and lived there until he passed away. Mr. Silva retired from Asarco after serving 39 years. He was preceded in his death by his parents Mr. and. Mrs. Indalecio Silva, sisters, Alicia Vargas, Ramona...

Samuel Romero

Samuel Romero

April 26, 2007

Samuel Romero, 61, passed away on Thursday, April 26, 2007. Survivors include son: Samuel Alejandro Romero; daughter: Patricia Blanton Romero; brothers: Rafael Carrillo, Laramie Romero & Leon Romero; sisters: Ramona Carrillo, Martha Herlinda Carrillo, Martha Herlinda Carrillo, Julia Caro & Jesusita Carrillo; 4 grandchildren & 2 great grandchildren Visitation: 5-9 pm. Friday April 27, 2007 at Sunset Funeral Home-East Funeral...

James D. Allen

James D. Allen

April 26, 2007

Allen, James D., 58, Graveside Service: 11 am, Thursday, May 3, 2007 at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Survived by wife, Rita; step-sons: Rick, Ronnie, and Robert Hoss; and 2 brothers and 2 sisters. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Homes-Northeast.

Mary Margaret Alvarez

Mary Margaret Alvarez

April 26, 2007

Mary Margaret Alvarez, 80, passed away Thursday, April 26, 2007. Survived by sons: Gerald (Jerry) , Leo & Albert ; daughters: Mary , Rosalinda & Madeline; 18 grandchildren & 25 great grandchildren Visitation 5-9 Thursday, May 3, 2007 at Sunset Funeral Home-East Vigil at 7 pm Thursday, May 3, 2007 at Sunset Funeral Home-East Graveside Service at 9 am on...

Maria E. Juarez

Maria E. Juarez

April 24, 2007

Maria Emilia Juarez, 82, Visitation: 4-9 p.m. with a vigil at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 25, 2007 at Sunset Funeral Home-Americas. Funeral Mass: 12:30 p.m., Thursday, April 26, 2007 at Mt. Carmel (main church) Catholic Church. Interment: Private. Survived by: sons, Victor Manuel and Jorge Mario Juarez; brother: Gabriel Valles; sister: Maria de Socorro Heredia; grandchildren: Victor Jr., Jessica, David,...