Obituaries
Javier F. Gardea
September 4, 2026
Javier F. Gardea, 74 passed away Friday, September 4, 2026
Javier was born on April 4, 1952. He graduated from Ysleta High School and was a music major at UTEP. During his early music career he played with bands like Malo and Sunny Ozuna, he lived in Hawaii for 17 years and played backup for Kenny Logans and George Benson. He...
Eliborio "Goyo" Figueroa
September 3, 2026
Eliborio Figueroa, 76, entered into eternal rest on September 3, 2026 in Socorro, TX. Eliborio is preceded in death by his parents, Merced and Victoria Figueroa. Eliborio is survived by his beloved wife, Ernestina Morales. Sons, Javier Figueroa, Eliborio Figueroa Jr. and Jesus Morales. Daughters, Teresa Figueroa Andrade and Marisol Figueroa. Brothers, Erasmo Figueroa y Jose Merced Figueroa. Sisters, Emelina...
Manuel H. Villalon
September 2, 2026
Beloved husband, father, Papa, brother, soldier, mentor, and friend, Manuel Horacio Villalon Jr., 77, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. With gratitude in his heart and faith in his soul, Manny's earthly journey came to an end as he went home to be with Jesus.
Born on August 8, 1949, to Felipa...
Reynaldo Badillo
September 2, 2026
Ray Badillo of El Paso, TX, passed away in peace on September 2nd, 2026. “Dad”, as he was lovingly called by his family and friends, was born on June 24th 1933 to Martin and Anita Badillo. After serving in the United States Airforce, Ray went on to complete numerous buildings and warehouse projects as a construction foreman throughout El Paso,...
Elisabeth A. Brinkley
September 2, 2026
Elisabeth Annemarie Brinkley, 86, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2026. Elisabeth was born in Ulm, Germany on May 24, 1940 to Gerhard and Maria Glauch. The eldest of 5 sisters, Elisabeth grew up and attended Catholic schools in Germany’s Baden-Württemberg region. Elisabeth met and married the love of her life, Edwin Brinkley in 1962. She was a committed partner...
Andrea Alvarado Alcala "Andy"
September 1, 2026
Andrea Alvarado Alcalá, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, has returned to her heavenly home on September 1, 2026. Andrea leaves behind a legacy of hard work, perseverance, and a fearlessness that her descendants hope to carry on. Born to Eleuterio and Soledad Alvarado, her story began in Santa Rita, New Mexico, where she helped raise her siblings Elena,...
Maria Carmen Grisanti
August 30, 2026
Maria Carmen Grisanti, 88, entered into eternal rest on August 30, 2026 in El Paso, TX. Maria Carmen is preceded in death by her parents, Roman Ocon and Zeneida Ocon. Her beloved husband, Jorge Adolfo Grisanti. Son, Antonio Grisanti, her brother Pablo, sisters, Socorro, Guadalupe, Zelia, Aurelia and Trinidad. Maria Carmen is survived by her sons, Jorge Grisanti Jr., Adolfo...
Jose F. Galarza
August 30, 2026
Jose Francisco Galarza, 79, entered into eternal rest on August 30, 2026 in El Paso, Texas. Jose is preceded in death by his parents Secundino Galarza & Antonia Murillo. His Beloved wife Esperanza Galarza. His Children, Ricardo Bueno & Esperanza Galarza. Siblings, Ramon, Juan & Gloria. Jose is survived by his Children, Frank Galarza, Ramon Bueno, Martin Galarza & Anna...
Ernest "Andy" Andrew Childress
August 30, 2026
Ernest Andrew Childress, 82, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, August 30, 2026, after a brief battle with cancer. “Ernie,” or “Andy,” depending on where you are from, lived his life to the fullest and left smiles, love, and a good story everywhere he went. Ernie was born in Bryan, Texas, while his parents were running from a hurricane. And...
Dr. Gretchen M. Schmalz
August 29, 2026
Dr. Gretchen M. Schmalz, 90, passed away on August 29, 2026, in El Paso, Texas. Gretchen was born on January 22, 1936, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Walter and Theresa Schmalz (née Naumann). She was baptized on February 23, 1936, at Mount Olivet Lutheran Church in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Her faith remained constant and strong throughout her lifetime.
After graduating from Minneapolis Central...
Ramon Serna
August 29, 2026
"In Loving Memory of Ray"
It is with profound sadness and loving hearts that we announce the passing of Ramon "Ray" Serna. Who left us too soon on August 29, 2026, at the age of 48.
Ray was a loving family member and loyal friend. He was the kind of person that always thought of others before himself.
He enjoyed a simple life...
Richard Varona Hardowin
August 28, 2026
Richard V. Hardowin passed away on August 28, 2026. Born in Ventura, California, on January 4, 1968, Richard graduated from Irvin High School and worked as a roofer for many years. He was never married. He loved baseball, bowling, collecting rare coins, and working on his 1972 Harley-Davidson motorcycle. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Marie...
Teresita Espejo Baggao
August 28, 2026
Teresita Espejo Baggao, 95, of El Paso, Texas, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2026, in the loving embrace of her family.
Teresita was born on January 1, 1931, in Banaoang, Santa, Ilocos Sur, Philippines, to Gregorio de Peralta and Teofila Aglibut Espejo. On March 23, 1953, she married her devoted husband, Dominador, and together they began a wonderful adventure as...
Wayne Gilbert
August 28, 2026
A LIFE OF SERVICE AND LOVE
Oliver Wayne Gilbert, age 93, entered into eternal rest on Friday, August 28, 2026, in El Paso, Texas. A devoted son, brother, husband, father, and grandfather, Wayne leaves behind a legacy of love, honor, and lifelong service that touched his family, his fellow veterans, and his entire community. Wayne was a combat war hero. He...
Mike Trominski
August 27, 2026
Ernest Michael Trominski went by Mike ever since he was born in Palmer, Massachusetts to parents Wanda Anna Trominski and Russel Arthur Trominski. His father served in the Border Patrol so the family moved frequently, and Mike lived for a time in El Paso before he graduated from high school in the Rio Grande Valley. He attended the University of...
Roberto Reveles
August 27, 2026
In Loving Memory of Roberto Reveles
Roberto Reveles, 81, entered into eternal rest on August 27, 2026, in El Paso, Texas, the city he was born and raised in.
Roberto was a loving father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He enjoyed quiet moments, watching movies, cheering on the Dallas Cowboys, playing dominoes, and sharing good food with those he loved. Above all, he cherished...
Samuel Antonio Arriaga
August 26, 2026
Samuel Antonio Arriaga, 55,
Visitation will be from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, Monday, September 21, 2026 at Sunset Funeral Homes - East, 750 N. Carolina Dr.
Dominique Alexander Delgadillo
August 26, 2026
Dominique Alexander Delgadillo, 23, entered into eternal rest on August 26, 2026 in El Paso, Texas. Dominique is survived by his loving parents, Jesus Rojelio Zamora & Elizabeth C. Delgadillo. Siblings, Jonathan Delgadillo, Sebastian Delgadillo, Christopher Delgadillo, Jesus Zamora, Marco Antonio Zamora, Erica Vacio, Lisa Vacio, Cynthia Zamora, Jennifer Zamora & Alejandra Zamora. He also leaves behind two beautiful nephews,...
Edwin D. Coats
August 26, 2026
Edwin Coats of El Paso, Texas, age 88, entered eternal rest on August 26, 2026. He was born in Carlsbad, New Mexico on June 26, 1938, to Fred and Ahniwa Coats. Edwin is a graduate of Miami High School. A turning point happened while he was still a student, when brother Mack Kercheville held a meeting at the Globe church...
Jose Humberto Arias
August 26, 2026
Jose Humberto Arias, 74, entered into eternal rest on August 26, 2026 in El Paso, TX. Jose is preceded in death by his parents, Carlos Arias and Maria Elvira Rosales; brothers, Carlos Arias and Pedro Arias. Sister, Irma Arias. Jose is survived by his beloved wife, Esther S. Arias; sons, Juan Humberto Arias and Jonathan Arias. Daughter, Elvira Edith Martinez....


