Obituaries

Lydia E. Hernandez

Lydia E. Hernandez

February 16, 2024

My beautiful mother, Lydia Hernandez, age 56, gained her wings on Friday, February 16, 2024 at 3:54 am. She was born August 8, 1967 in El Paso, Tx. She was a woman of strong faith with a beautiful soul. She loved deeply beyond measure and brought joy to people's lives. She will forever be missed but will forever be in...

Loretta Valdez Santos

Loretta Valdez Santos

February 16, 2024

Our beautiful Mother, Loretta Valdez Santos, age 70, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 16, 2024 at 7:35 pm at University Medical Center in El Paso Texas surrounded by love. She was born September 26, 1953 in Pueblo, Colorado.

Preceded in death by her parents Tomas Valdez and Barbara Salazar. She is survived by her husband, Edward Santos, siblings Lillian Vega,...

Margarita Sanchez

Margarita Sanchez

February 16, 2024

Margarita Sanchez, 82, entered into eternal rest on February 16, 2024 in El Paso, Texas. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Alfonso Sanchez; son, Joseph Sanchez and mother, Aurelia Perez. Margarita is survived by her children, Alex Sanchez, Adrian Sanchez, Rene Sanchez, Bernice Nevarez, Leticia Hernandez and sisters, Irene Solano and Juanita Villegas. 

A memorial service will be...

Guadalupe S. Almanzar

Guadalupe S. Almanzar

February 15, 2024

Our Loving Dad, Guadalupe Almanzar (Lupe), age 77, passed away peacefully at home on February 15, 2024, in El Paso, Texas and is now resting eternally with our dear Lord Jesus Christ.  Lupe was born and raised in San Elizario, Texas, where he grew up with 10 older siblings who he loved dearly.  He retired from the City of Socorro...

Ascencion Perez

Ascencion Perez

February 15, 2024

Ascencion “Chon” Perez, born in Long Beach, California on May 14th, 1931, passed away peacefully on February 15th, 2024, in El Paso, Texas at the age of 92. Chon was a proud and beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother, Son, and Friend. Chon was a hardworking man who worked for over 30 years at El Paso's Peyton Packing Company, retiring at...

Wanda Sanchez

Wanda Sanchez

February 14, 2024

My name is Wanda Edward Sanchez,  I’m a wife, mother, and Nurse Practitioner.  I work at Del Sol ER and education for 14 years.  I taught critical care nursing part-time at EPCC and Anamarc.   I worked for AJ Ajarwal as his nurse practitioner for 14 years.  I saw patients at Montwood, NorthPark, Vinton, and the Presidio Clinic.  It has...

Pamela Woods Vandertulip

Pamela Woods Vandertulip

February 14, 2024

Pamela “Pam” Woods Vandertulip, 77 of El Paso, Texas, died after a courageous battle with liver cancer on February 14, 2024. Pam was a beloved wife, mother, stepmother, aunt, and friend, and was adored by anyone who had the honor of crossing her life’s path.

Pam was born in Chickasha, Oklahoma on February 4, 1947, to Oleta Faye Shiflett Woods and...

John "Jack" Frost Sturgis

John "Jack" Frost Sturgis

February 13, 2024

John, “Jack” Frost Sturgis, died February 13, 2024, after a brief illness.  Jack was born in Kansas City, Missouri, February 26, 1938.  He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Jane, their daughters, Joselyn Fenley (Michael), their two daughters, Rowan and Jillian; Michelle Bushey, her two children, Ashley Pena and Ian Malone.  His extended family, Christina Pester (Ken)...

Alicia Balderas

Alicia Balderas

February 13, 2024

Alicia Balderas, 70, entered into eternal rest on February 13, 2024 in El Paso, TX. She is preceded in death by her parents, Indalecio Valdez and Fabiana Soto. Alicia is survived by her beloved husband, Jose Santos Balderas; her son, Osvaldo Balderas and daughters, Alicia Lorena Glover and Gabriela Balderas. Her siblings, Jesus Valdez, Oscar Valdez and Maria Del Socorro...

Annette Stone

Annette Stone

February 11, 2024

Annette Lois Stone, age 78, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, February 11, 2024. She was a wonderful daughter, sister, sister-in-law, Aunt; and will be greatly missed. 

Annette was a dedicated educator who taught school in Illinois and Texas, teaching Language Arts, English and reading.

Annette was a world traveler, including backpacking through the foothills of the Himalayas, across Europe and visiting...

Fidel Martinez

Fidel Martinez

February 11, 2024

Fidel Martinez, 81, entered into eternal rest on February 11, 2024 in El Paso, TX. He is preceded in death by his parents, Manuel and Arnulfa Martinez. His siblings, Juan Martinez and Maria Del Refugio Waters. Fidel is survived by his loving wife, Lydia Martinez. Son, Fidel A. Martinez; daughters, Lydia Esther Morales, Elizabeth Martinez, Diana Khan and Deana Murillo....

Manuel Esparza

Manuel Esparza

February 11, 2024

Dad, Uncle, brother, Grandpa, Great grandpa, and proud WWII veteran, Manuel Esparza, passed away on February 11, 2024.

Manuel was born in El Paso, Texas on March 27, 1926.   He attended Sacred Heart School and went on to attend Bowie High School while growing up with his many sisters and brother in “Segundo Barrio” where he had many fond memories.

He...

Alejandra R. Camacho

Alejandra R. Camacho

February 11, 2024

Alejandra R. Camacho, 85, Visitation will be from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM with a Prayer Service at 7:00 PM, Saturday, February 17, 2024 at Sunset Funeral Homes - East, 750 N. Carolina. Chapel Service will be held at 9:00 AM, Monday, February 19, 2024 at Sunset Funeral Homes - East. Interment will follow at 11:00 AM at Mount Carmel...

Christino Leanos

Christino Leanos

February 11, 2024

Christino Leanos, 39, Visitation will be from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM with Vigil/Rosary at 6:00 PM, Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at Sunset Funeral Homes- East, 750 N. Carolina. Funeral Mass will be held at 12:30 PM, Thursday, February 22, 2024 at St. Mark Catholic Church, 11700 Pebble Hills.

Candelaria Perez

Candelaria Perez

February 10, 2024

Candelaria Perez, age 91, went to be with our Lord Jesus Christ on Saturday, February 10, 2024 in El Paso, Texas.  Candelaria, lovingly known as “Cane”, “Candy”, “Cande” and even “Connie” by many of her family and friends, was born in El Paso, Texas and was a graduate of Jesus and Mary Academy in El Paso. She spent 19 years...

Stephen Ray Jurado

Stephen Ray Jurado

February 9, 2024

Stephen Ray Jurado, 30, entered into eternal rest on February 9, 2024 in El Paso, TX. He is preceded in death by his father, Ramon Jurado. Stephen is survived by his loving mother; Gloria Jurado. His grandparents, Ramon Jurado II, Carlos and Ignacia Payan. Also leaving behind his 2 sisters, Casandra and Darlene Jurado who will honor and cherish his...

Luis L. Bustillos

Luis L. Bustillos

February 9, 2024

Luis L. Bustillos, 91, Gathering of Remembrance will be from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM with a Chapel Service at 6:00 PM, Friday, February 16, 2024 at Sunset Funeral Homes - East, 750 N. Carolina.  Interment time is still pending.

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Edward Martin Escobar

Edward Martin Escobar

February 8, 2024

Edward Martin Escobar, known to his loved ones as Eddie, passed away on February 8, 2024, at the age of 29. Eddie was born on February 22, 1994, in San Bernardino, CA. He is survived by his beloved daughters, Aria and Amelia Escobar, his wife Micaela Escobar, his sister Mitzelle Escobar, his mother Beatriz Escobar, and his father Joseph Escobar.

While...

Olga P. Ploss

Olga P. Ploss

February 8, 2024

Olga Pavia Ploss passed peacefully in her sleep on February 8, 2024 at The Heritage House Assisted Living and Adult Day Care in Las Cruces, NM. She was born August 9, 1931 in La Union, NM. The daughter of the late Marcos and Luisa Pavia. After moving around New Mexico and Southern California for several years the family finally settled...

Maria Elena Hernandez Cazares

Maria Elena Hernandez Cazares

February 8, 2024

Maria Elena Cazares, 75, entro a descanso eterno el 8 de febrero de 2024 en El Paso, TX. Maria Elena pertencio a la comunidad de Dios Padre en Ciudad Juarez. Luego en El Paso, TX fue miembro de la comunidad de Corpus Christi en el ministro de salud hasta su deceso. Maria Elena es precedida en muerte por sus padres,...