VILLA, MARIA T.
84, passed away on Thursday, March 28, 2002. She was a long time resident of El Paso and a member of St. Stephen's Catholic Church. Mrs. Villa is survived by three sons, Bernardino Morales, Simon Morales, Abel Villa; daughter, Maria M. Arias; 11 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. She is also survived by two brothers, Pedro Estrada and Manuel Estrada. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 2, 2002 from 4:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home East with a Rosary at 6:30 P.M. A Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, April 3, 2002 at 12:30 P.M. at St. Stephen's Catholic Church. Burial will take place at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Apr 1 2002

MOWAD, VELIA AURORA
passed away on Thursday, March 28, 2002. She was a lifelong resident of El Paso. Mrs. Mowad is survived by her husband William M. Mowad; daughter, Laura Mowad; son and wife, Michael and Otilia Mowad; granddaughter, Jenna and sister, Carolina Herrera. Preceded in death by her parents, Armando and Elvira Lucero. Visitation will be on Tuesday, April 2, 2002, from 10:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M. at Sunset Funeral Home-East, Chapel of Remembrance, with Funeral Service being held at 2:00 P.M. Interment will be private. Mrs. Mowad will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-East.
El Paso Times - Apr 1 2002

CUELLAR, MARIA LUISA,
51, passed away Friday, March 29, 2002 in El Paso. She was a resident of El Paso for 27 years and was a member of Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Sumac Chapel, 1212 Sumac Dr. Mrs. Cuellar is survived by her son, Mike Amaya, Jr. Daughters, Claudia Sanchez, Garbriela Betance and Jessica Cuellar. 3 Grandchildren. Mother, Sara Ruiz. Brothers, Martin Hernandez, Jose Hernandez and Joel Hernandez. Sisters, Lorena Gutierrez and Susana Genera. Visitation will be Monday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home-Carolina. Prayer Service will be Monday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Service will be Tuesday at 10 a.m. at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Sumac Chapel, 1212 Sumac Dr. Pallbearaers will be Martin Hernandez, Jose Hernandez, Joel Hernandez, Ray Sanchez, Jr., David Gutierrez, Sr., and David Gutierrez, Jr. Interment will be in Evergreen East Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598-3332.
El Paso Times - Apr 1 2002

Baker, Margarete B.
73, passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2002. She was a resident of El Paso for 45 years and a member of St. Raphael's Catholic Parish. She was a seamstress for many years. Mrs. Baker is survived by her husband, Burl V. Baker; son, Ray L. Baker; daughters, Betty Baker Coffey and Jenny D. Baker. She is also survived by her loving pets, The Dachsie Girls. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 03, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home East with a rosary at 7:00 p.m. A funeral mass will be held on Thursday, April 04, 2002 at 1:30 p.m. at St. Raphael's Catholic Parish, 2301 Zanzibar. Burial will take place at Evergreen East Cemetery. Pallbearers are Richard Armstrong, Ron Coffey, Sam Gonzalez, Ron Hause, Bill McNealy and Tim Thompson. We will miss you deeply beloved wife and mother. "In Gottes Namen"
El Paso Times - Apr 2 2002

CANAS, JESUS A.
passed away on March 30, 2002 in Fort Stockton, Tx at the age of 84. Born in Terlingue, Texas on March 28, 1918. Served proudly in the U.S. Army. Rosary will be held Monday at 7:00 pm at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church and a Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday at 10:00 am also at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. Interment will be at Fort Bliss National Cemetery at 2:30 pm. He was survived by brother: Alejandro Canas Jr. and wife Maria from El Paso, TX, sisters: Josefa Santiago from Van Horn, TX and Alicia Munoz and husband Pasqual Munoz of Odessa, TX. Preceeded in death by father Alejandro Canas Sr. and mother Donaciana Canas. Under the direction of Carrillo Funeral Directors 915-283-2222.
El Paso Times - Apr 2 2002

Cutshall, Virginia
85, passed away on Sunday, March 31, 2002. She was a resident of El Paso since 1939 where she retired as a waitress and a cashier. Mrs. Cutshall is survived by her son Ralph and wife Hannah and grandchildren, Virginia, Hannah and Winston. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home - East.
El Paso Times - Apr 2 2002

Kelley, Rev. Cecil C.
86, passed away on Thursday, March 28, 2002, a resident of El Paso for 41 years. Rev. Kelley retired as a SFC from the U.S. Army, serving in WWII and the Korean Conflict. He was also a volunteer with the American Red Cross and a security guard for fifteen years. "A very dedicated ministe at Unity Missionary Baptist Church and served in any capacity asked of him." Survived by his wife, Gustava Kelley and a host of family and friends. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday, April 3, 2002, in Restlawn Funeral Home, 4848 Alps Drive. Funeral service will be on Thursday, at 1 p.m. in Unity Missionary Baptist Church with Pastor O.I. Kirk officiating. Interment will follow in Fort Bliss National Cemetery with full military honors accorded.
El Paso Times - Apr 2 2002

LAZOVICK, LILLIAN
born in New York and a long time resident of El Paso, passed away on Sunday, March 31, 2002. Lillian began her long professional career in El Paso as a volunteer in public broadcasting and ended her career as the Financial Director of KCOS. She was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, daughter, and great grandmother. Surviving family members include her husband Paul, her sister Faye Spinner, children Ellen and Steven Weingarten, Bonnie and Marc Kasner, Iva and Jim Hesse, Glen and Debbie Lazovick, Jill and Bill Steinberg, 11 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Special thanks to all the caregivers that loved and supported Lillian through her illness. Graveside services will be held at Mt. Sinai Cemetery on Tuesday, April 2 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the El Paso Alzheimer's Association or the Hospice of Visiting Nurses Association of El Paso. "Sweet dreams honey."
El Paso Times - Apr 2 2002

Lozoya, Inosencio
91, passed away Saturday, March 30, 2002. Mr. Lozoya was a lifelong resident of El Paso and owner of Ing. Grocery and Carmen's Cafe. He is survived by wife, Guadalupe Lozoya; children and spouses, Joe and Rose, Hector and Maque, Mary and David Marquez, Lori and Henry Luna, Sandra Lara, Rose and Raul Contreras, Elvia M. and Jimmy Borrego, and Linda and Arturo Gutierrez; 20 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren; and brothers, Luis and Socorro Lozoya. Visitation is from 9 AM - 1 PM Wednesday, at Sunset Funeral Home East, Chapel of Peace with a Rosary Recital at 12 PM. Mass of the Resurrection will be said at 2 PM Wednesday at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church, 9070 Alameda Ave. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Cemetery. Joe Contreras, Mike Contreras, Mark Luna, Ed Luna, John Marquez, Dan Marquez, Jaime Lozoya, Mark Burns Jr. and Michael Gallegos will serve as pallbearers. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home East.
El Paso Times - Apr 2 2002

MENDEZ, MRS. DELFINA Z.
81, passed away Friday, March 29, 2002 in El Paso. She was a longtime resident of El Paso and a member of Cristo Rey Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Francisco and Carlota Zamora, her daughters, Yolanda M. Lopez and Hortencia Ybarra, her brothers, Jose and Juan Zamora and her son-in-law, Arturo Gutierrez Jr. Mrs. Mendez is survived by her daughters, Esperanza Ordaz and husband Francisco, Gloria Gutierrez, Irma Vazquez and husband Felix L. 14 Grandchildren. 21 Great Grandchildren. Brother, Francisco Zamora. Sisters, Maria Zamora and Maria de la Luz Rivas. Visitation will be Tuesday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Wednesday at 12 noon at Cristo Rey Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Felix L. Vazquez, Arturo Gutierrez III, Jose Rogelio Lopez, Javier A. Vazquez, Frank Ordaz Jr. and Jose Gutierrez. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive. 598-3332.
El Paso Times - Apr 2 2002

NEELY, DAVID C.
92, passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2002, a resident of El Paso for 62 years. Mr. Neely retired from Paden Construction after 27 years, he was a member of the Carpenters & Joiners Local Union #425 of America for over 50 years, and a retired elder with the Church of Christ. He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Alta Mae Neely; children, Perry Joe and wife, Shirley Neely of Abilene, TX; Roy Glenn Neely and Harold Gray Neely of El Paso, TX; grandchildren, Kathryn Hunter of Abilene, TX; Gregory Neely of Jonestown, TX; Michael Neely of Parker, CO; Douglas Neely of El Paso, TX and Gary Neely of Anson, TX; 3 great-great-grandchildren and sister, Hazel Parrish of Emory, TX. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday, April 2, 2002, in Restlawn Funeral Home, 4848 Alps Drive. Graveside service will be Wednesday, at 9 a.m. at Restlawn Memorial Park with Minister Jerry Campbell and Herbert Lucke officiating.
El Paso Times - Apr 2 2002

OSEGUERA, RUBEN SR.,
74, passed away Saturday, March 30, 2002. Born January 18, 1928, he was a lifelong resident of El Paso and a labor foreman. He is survived by wife, Maria Oseguera; sons, Ruben, Enrique and Richard Oseguera; daughters, Guadalupe Salomon and Maria Yates; 11 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; and sisters, Celia Carpentero, Esther Tinajero, Maria Parra and Nohemi Oseguera. Visitation will be from 4 - 9 PM Tuesday, April 2, 2002 at Sunset Funeral Home - East, Chapel of Remembrance with the recital of the Rosary at 7 PM. Mass of the Resurrection will be said at 10 AM Wednesday, April 3, 2002 at St. Paul Catholic Church, 7424 Mimosa. Interment will follow at Evergreen East Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ruben, Enrique and Richard Oseguera, Hector Manuel Tarango, Mario Garcia, Luis Rosado, Antonio Salomon and Robert Navarro. Special thanks to La Mariposa Hospice. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home - East.
El Paso Times - Apr 2 2002

Ramirez, Angelita N.
75, was called by Our Lord on Good Friday, March 29, 2002. She was a lifelong resident of El Paso and was a member of Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church. During World War II Angelita served her country by working for Douglas Aircraft as a "Rosie The Rivetor". She was preceded in death by her husband, Victoriano Ramirez and is survived by her son, Victor Ramirez; daughters, Virginia Ramirez, Gloria R. Juarez, Stella R. De La Cruz and Ofelia R. Strickland; 10 grandchildren; brothers, Tomas and Lorenzo Nevarez and sister, Chole Navarro. Visitation will be Tuesday, April 2, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with the rosary service at 7:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home-Central Chapel. Funeral mass will be Wednesday, April 3, 2002 at 12:00 noon at Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church. Pallbearers, Victor Ramirez, Virginia Ramirez, Luis Juarez, Thomas De La Cruz, James Strickland, Joe Nevarez Jr. Honorary Pallbearers Anthony Strickland, Christine Ramirez, Marina Juarez and Jose Marquez. Interment at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Apr 2 2002

REYES, JULIO 39,
passed on to a new life with God on April 1 2002. Born May 11, 1962, Julio was a lifetime resident of El Paso. He is survived by his children Vanessa and Julian Reyes, his mother, Celia Cruz, brothers and sisters, Ramon Alvarado, Robert Reyes, Kathy Coronado, Virginia Garcia, Betty Cruz, nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Wednesday from 6-9 pm with rosary at 7 pm at El Paso Mission Funeral Home; Mass on Thursday at 10 am at Cristo Rey Catholic Church. Interment will be at Evergreen East Cemetery. Pallbearers are Ramon Alvarado, Robert Reyes, Roy Garcia, Julian Reyes, Adrian Gomez, Ramon Alvarado Jr., Jerry Vazquez and Erick Reyes. Arrangements by El Paso Mission Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - Apr 2 2002

RYAN, DORIS A.
passed away Friday, March 29 2002, at her home in her 76th year. A retired vice president of the original State National Bank, she was the bank's first female officer. Born on Dec. 23, 1926 to Joseph and Daisy Fish, in Three Rivers, Quebec, Canada, she had lived in El Paso more than 50 years. She was predeceased by her husband, John M. Ryan. She was active in charitable work, including The Salvation Army, El Paso Lighthouse for the Blind and Soroptimist Club. Loving sister of Muriel F. Flavelle of Peterborough, Ont., Canada, aunt, of Dana Flavelle (Rick Orchard) and Douglas Flavelle (Brenda Livingston) and great aunt to Stewart, Genevieve, Grace and Olivia, all from Toronto, Canada. A memorial service will be held Wed., Apr. 3, at 10 a.m. at All Saints Episcopal Church, 3500 McRae Blvd. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Lung Assoc. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive. 598-3332
El Paso Times - Apr 2 2002

SAMANIEGO, TERESA TELLES
"Grandma Cookie", 88, beloved mother and grandmother passed away on March 30, 2002. She was a lifelong resident of San Elizario, Texas. She was survived by her daughter Margaret Jones, and two sons Jose A. and wife June Telles, Gilberto and wife Maria Socorro Telles, 18 grandchildren, 42 great grandchildren, and 23 great great grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Tuesday April 02, 2002 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. with a rosary service at 7:00 p.m. at San Elizario Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be held Wednesday April 03, 2002 at 1:00 p.m. at San Elizario Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by Mt. Carmel Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - Apr 2 2002

SANCHEZ, ANGELA
passed away Saturday, March 30, 2002 at age 85. She was a lifelong resident of El Paso and belonged to Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church where she was an Auxiliary Member of the Rosary Altar Society. She dedicated her life to raising her family as faithful Catholics. Angela was a strong supporter of Catholic education and gave faithfully to many charities. She is preceded in death by her husband Rudolph Sanchez and her brother Robert Flores. She is survived by her daughters Veronica (Bill) Fuller of El Paso, TX, Sister Marie Angele Sanchez of Austin, TX, Sister Dolores Marie Sanchez of Shreveport, LA, Sara (Eric) Boschert of Alamogordo, NM and Anne Louise (Brad) Brown of El Paso, TX; sons Alex (Mary Hatch) Sanchez of El Paso, TX, Adrian (Carmela Drisdale) of Norwalk, CA, Andrew Sanchez of El Paso, TX, and Robert (Lori Rodriguez) Sanchez of El Paso, TX: sisters Antonia Flores Correa and Maria Luisa Flores Alarcon; brothers Armando and L.A. Flores; 17 grandchildren and many nephews and nieces. Visitation will be Wednesday from 4 to 9 p.m. with Rosary at 7 p.m. at Mt. Franklin Funeral Home (3707 Pershing Drive). Mass of Resurrection will be Thursday at 9:45 a.m. at St. Pius X Catholic Church with interment to follow at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. Contributions can be made to Hospice of El Paso at 3901 N. Mesa Suite 400 El Paso, TX 79902, Lupus Foundation of America-El Paso 1401 Montana El Paso, TX 79902 or Alzheimer's Association 4400 N. Mesa Suite 9 El Paso, TX 79902.
El Paso Times - Apr 2 2002

Saucedo, Victorio Jr.,
33, passed away Friday, March 29, 2002 in El Paso. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Saucedo was a plumber. He is survived by his sons, Victorio Saucedo, III and Michael Saucedo. Parents, Victorio and Rita Saucedo. Brothers, Samuel Saucedo, Rene Saucedo and Jessie Saucedo. Visitation will be Tuesday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Wednesday at 9 a.m. at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church. Members of the family will serve as pallbearers. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME - CAROLINA. 1060 CAROLINA 598-3332
El Paso Times - Apr 2 2002

SHEARER, DONALD A.
a longtime resident of El Paso, passed away Sunday, March 31, 2002 at the age of 75. After retiring from a lengthy career in medical administration, Mr. Shearer most recently served as coordinator for the El Paso Community Foundation's Plaza Theater Organ Project. He was a longtime member of the East Side Rotary Club. Mr. Shearer enjoyed gardening and was an accomplished musician. For many years he was an organist for St. Patrick's Cathedral and more recently for St. Luke's Catholic Church. He also played the organ in the Plaza Theater from 1960 until 1963. He is survived by his beloved wife of 45 years, Mildred; son Mark D. Shearer and wife Pamela of Grapevine, Texas; daughter Karen Marie Hernandez and husband Joseph of El Paso, Texas; grandson Colin James Davis of El Paso, Texas; sister Marie Small of Phoenix, AZ; and many nieces and nephews. A Rosary service will be held Wednesday, April 3, 2002 at 6:00 PM at St. Luke's Catholic Church, followed by a Funeral Mass at 6:30 PM. Interment will be held privately at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Honorary pallbearers include the Plaza Theater Organists, Jack Vowell, William Schillinger, Thomas Sanderson, Walter Stowe, and Julian Kessel. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Hospice of El Paso or another favorite charity.
El Paso Times - Apr 2 2002

SONGER, WAYNE
85, formerly of New Kensington, PA. passed away March 19, 2002. He had been a Chief Pharmacist's Mate in the U.S. Navy in WWII and was employed postwar in that capacity by a major oil company in the Caribbean area. Later he became a Senior Health Officer for the U.S. Customs Service with assignments at Laredo, El Paso and other Mexican border facilities. He is survived by his daughter Linda Wise of Williamsburg, VA. and several nieces and nephews.
El Paso Times - Apr 2 2002

STEELE, BIRDIE G.
57, passed away Saturday, March 30, 2002. Longtime resident of El Paso, Texas. Mrs. Steele was a member of the Open Gate Church of the Nazarene and was a hair dresser for 35 years at Birdie's Hair Design. Survived by husband Johnny Steele, son Richard Barron, daughter Ruth Barron, 3 granddaughters and brother James Burleson. Memorial Service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 2, 2002 at the Open Gate Church of the Nazarene 9821 McCombs, El Paso, Texas 79924. Mrs. Steele will be greatly missed by her husband, children, friends and family.
El Paso Times - Apr 2 2002

WEBER, PAULINE
99, passed away Wednesday, March 27, 2002. Mrs. Weber was a longtime resident of El Paso, Texas and enjoyed gardening. Preceded in death by her husband Benjamin C. Weber and sister Elizabeth Stevenson. Survived by sisters Hattie E. Huston and Minnie Rose, nieces Elizabeth Neilson, Bertie Douchouquette and Laureen Cathey, nephews Robert Huston and Curtis Stevenson. Mrs. Weber laid in state Monday, April 1, 2002 from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Chapel Service was held at 10:00 a.m. at Martin Chapel. Pastor Canada officiated. Burial was at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Zion Lutheran Church, 2800 Pershing Dr., El Paso, Texas 79903.
El Paso Times - Apr 2 2002

BARRY, BROTHER LLOYD ANTHONY S.J.
died early Easter morning, Sunday, March 31, 2002 of heart failure at the Jesuit retirement home, Ignatius Residence in New Orleans, LA. Age 88 years, a native of Alexandria, LA, son of the late Lyda Richard Barry and Wilfred Bennet Barry. He graduated with a degree in mechanical engineering from Louisiana State University in 1941 and entered the Jesuits on December 25, 1941. Well known by people across the South as a man for all seasons and a jack of all trades, Brother Barry served as a minister and maintenance supervisor in many Jesuit Schools and houses. He spent his earliest Jesuit years in extended assignments at Spring Hill College, Mobile, AL and St. Charles College, Grand Coteau, LA. In the 1960's, he supervised the famous Brothers' Maintenance Corps of the Southern Province of Jesuits. The brothers' corps traveled from Jesuit house to Jesuit house in the summer months fixing, painting, replumbing, rewiring, renovating and building. In the early 1970's he served as a missionary in Brazil. When he returned in 1973 he started his longest single assignment ever, at Jesuit College Prep in Dallas. He was minister there for 15 years. Later he moved to Sacred Heart Parish, El Paso, serving poor Mexican- Americans. In 1995 he moved to Ignatius Residence. Surviving family members include his sisters, Mrs. Hoyt Strain of Baton Rouge, LA and Mrs. J.M. Brown of Zachary, LA and a brother Donald Barry of Perryville, MO as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be at Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church, 6363 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA on Thursday, April 4, 2002 between the hours of 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM with the celebration of the Funeral Mass at 11:00 AM. Interment will be in the Jesuit Cemetery, St. Charles College, Grand Coteau, LA. Memorial donations may be made to the Jesuit Retirement Fund, 500 S. Jefferson Davis Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70119 Arrangements by Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home, New Orleans, LA.
El Paso Times - Apr 3 2002

JAQUEZ, JESUS ANTONIO GUERRA
longtime resident of El Paso, passed away Sunday, March 31, 2002 at the age of 75. He was the Chief Financial Officer of Chico's Tacos for 35 years. Mr. Guerra was better known as "Bull" Guerra. He dedicated his life to promoting sports, being one of the best known boxing judges in Juarez, Mexico. He sponsored numerous basketball leagues in Juarez. He lived his life loving sports until the end. Mr. Guerra is survived by his wife Aurora Guerra, sons, daughters and grandchildren. Visitation will be held Wednesday, April 3, 2002 from 4:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home West where Rosary will begin at 7:00 P.M. Funeral Mass will be held Thursday, April 4, 2002 at 10:00 A.M. at Queen of Peace Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Memory Gardens of the Valley Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Apr 3 2002

HERNANDEZ, RICHARD A.
50, lifetime resident of El Paso passed away Sunday, March 31, 2002. He had been a lifetime resident of El Paso and was a Senior Agent for the U.S. Border Patrol. He was a member of St. Raphael's Catholic Church and the Border Patrol Union. He served in the U.S. Air Force during Viet Nam. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Raul Martinez Sr. and Maria Luisa Martinez. Survivors, daughter, Arianna Miyoko Hernandez, mother, Guillermina Martinez, sister, Rosie Martinez and brother-in-law, Sergio Martinez Sr. all of El Paso. Nephews, Sergio Martinez Jr., Michael J. Martinez, Mathew S. Martinez and Martin A. Martinez. Visitation will be from 4 to 9 PM Thursday at Mt Franklin Funeral Home with rosary services at 7 PM. Funeral Mass will be held 1 PM Friday at St. Raphael Catholic Church, Msgr. Francis J. Smith, officiating. Interment will be in Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with military honors. Members of the U.S. Border Patrol will serve as pallbearers and honorary pallbearers.
El Paso Times - Apr 3 2002

NEELY, JUDGE TOM H.

passed away April 1st at his home in Sierra Blanca, Texas, at age 97. He was a member of a pioneer West Texas family and had spent his entire life in Hudspeth County in the farming and ranching business. He served as Hudspeth County Judge for 18 years and was widely known and respected. He is survived by a son, Tom D. Neely, a daughter, Mary Lou Spitler, nine grandchildren, and 14 great grandchildren. Services will be held in the First United Methodist Church of Sierra Blanca, Texas on Friday April 5th at 10 a.m. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive 598-3332
El Paso Times - Apr 3 2002

MILLER, DOVIE K.
76, passed away Sunday, March 31, 2002 in El Paso. She was a lifelong resident of El Paso and retired from Southern Pacific Railroad with 30 years of service. Mrs. Miller was preceded in death by her husband Calvin Miller. She is survived by her son John C. Miller, Jr. and wife Estela. Grandson, Mark Miller. Graveside Service will be Wednesday at 2 p.m. at Memory Gardens of the Valley Cemetery, Santa Teresa, New Mexico. Memorial Service will immediately follow at Coronado Christian Church, 118 Belvidere St. with Rev. Guy Crawford officiating. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to VNA Hospice, 2211 E. Missouri Ave., El Paso, Texas 79903. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME - DONIPHAN. 5054 DONIPHAN DR. 587-0202
El Paso Times - Apr 3 2002

FRISBEY, FRANK A.
73 of Waxahachie passed away March 29, 2002 at his residence. Mr. Frisbey, beloved father and husband, was born on January 22, 1929 in Eaton, Colorado to Franklin and Emma Frisbey. He married Willodene Gibson on November 24, 1954. Mr. Frisbey retired from US West with over 40 years of service. Mr. Frisbey is survived by his wife of 47 years Willodene Frisbey of Waxahachie, two daughters Jennifer Bufkin and her husband Gary of Waxahachie, and Carrie Frisbey and her husband Pat McClure of Arlington; two sons Marvin Frisbey of Chaparral, New Mexico and Oscar Frisbey and his wife Elizabeth of El Paso, Texas; three grandsons John, Michael and Austin Frisbey all of El Paso, Texas, one sister Evelyn McMillan and her husband Ellis of Wheatridge, CO, numerous nieces and nephews and beloved dog Pete. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of choice. Arrangements are with Boze-Mitchell Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - Apr 3 2002

PATTERSON, NEMOURS E.
Master Sergeant U.S.A. (Retired), passed away April 1, 2002. Born on March 14, 1916 in Malden, Washington, he entered the military service at Seattle, Washington, retiring after 31 years at Fort Bliss, Texas. He served in the South Pacific during WWII and in Korea during the Korean War. He was a member of the 41st Infantry Division Association, the 2nd Infantry Division Association, a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 8919 in El Paso, and a life member of the Disabled American Veterans. He married his wife Bernice Holverson in 1934, who preceded him in death after 65 years of marriage. He is survived by his son, Michael and daughter-in-law Mindy, twin granddaughters, Hope and Jessica of Allen, Texas. Visitation will be Wednesday, April 3, 2002, at Sunset Funeral Home - N.E. from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Graveside Service will be on Thursday, April 4, 2002, at 9 a.m. at Fort Bliss National Cemetery, with full Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to: El Paso Rescue Mission at 1949 W. Paisano, El Paso, Texas 79922.
El Paso Times - Apr 3 2002

ARAGON, FLORA
76, went to join her parents Leon and Mercedes Aragon on Sunday, March 31, 2002. Lifelong resident of El Paso, Texas. Miss Aragon was preceded in death by her brothers, Gabino, Nicandro (Cano), Juan (Johnny) Aragon and her sister Tomasa Flores. She is survived by her sisters Alejandra Melendez, Maria Hernandez and brothers Ignacio, Augustin and Carlos Aragon. Miss Aragon will lie in state Thursday, April 4, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home - Central. Rosary Service will be held at 7:00 p.m. at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, April 5, 2002 at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church. Burial at Mt. Carmel Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Apr 3 2002

HERNANDEZ, MICHAEL PAUL
23, passed away Sunday, March 31, 2002 in a local hospital. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Michael Paul is survived by his mother Velma Hernandez. Brothers, Jimmy Hernandez and Jessie Hernandez. Sister, Teresa Hernandez. Visitation will be Wednesday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Thursday at 10:00 a.m. at San Jose Catholic Church. Members of the family will serve as pallbearers. Cremation services will follow. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME - CAROLINA. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598- 3332.
El Paso Times - Apr 3 2002

LONG, PAULA R. "BOOTS"
Graveside services for PAULA R. "BOOTS" LONG, 78, of Lubbock, formerly of El Paso, will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, April 4, 2002 in Ft. Bliss National Cemetery in El Paso. Services are under the direction of Resthaven Funeral Home of Lubbock and Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home in El Paso. She died on April 1, 2002 at her home in Lubbock. She was born in Heutensleben, Germany. She married L.E. "Bob" Long in 1942 in Houston; he preceded her in death in 1992. She graduated from Ball High School in Galveston. She was a homemaker. She moved to Lubbock in 1993 from El Paso. She was a member of Oakwood Methodist Church, and Meneely Presbyterian Church and St. Andrews Presbyterian Church in El Paso. A son Bill Long, preceded her in death in 1969. She is survived by 2 daughters, Fran Long of Lubbock, Cindy Clay of Ft Collins, CO, a son, Marty Long of Cherry Hill, NJ, a brother Harry Rogan of Fredericksburg, TX, 2 sisters Eileen Mooring of Damon, TX and JoAnn Schedule of Alvin, TX, and 4 grandchildren. Family suggests memorials to the South Plains Food Bank and Project Vida.
El Paso Times - Apr 3 2002

REYES, JULIO
39, passed on to a new life with God on April 1 2002 Born May 11, 1962, Julio was a lifetime resident of El Paso. He is survived by his children Vanessa and Julian Reyes, his mother, Celia Cruz, brothers and sisters, Ramon Alvarado, Robert Reyes, Kathy Coronado, Virginia Garcia, Betty Cruz, sister Ana Maria Dutcher, nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Wednesday from 6-9 pm with rosary at 7 pm at El Paso Mission Funeral Home; Mass on Thursday at 10 am at Cristo Rey Catholic Church. Interment will be at Evergreen East Cemetery. Pallbearers are Ramon Alvarado, Robert Reyes, Roy Garcia, Julian Reyes, Adrian Gomez, Ramon Alvarado Jr., Jerry Vazquez and Erick Reyes. Arrangements by El Paso Mission Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - Apr 3 2002

GARCIA, RICARDA Z.
95, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 30, 2002. Lifelong resident of El Paso, Texas. Preceded in death by her husband Nemecio Garcia. Survived by son Guillermo and wife Eloisa Garcia, daughters Rachel and husband Jim McPhail and Corina Garcia, 8 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren, sister Elisa Zavala and sister-in-law Dolores J. Mitchell. Mrs. Garcia will lie in state Thursday, April 4, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home-Central. Prayer Service at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 4, 2002 at Martin Chapel will be conducted by Rev. Michael Salazar. Graveside Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, April 5, 2002 at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Burial at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Grateful to Rex and Patricia Haley Ark Foster Care Home and their staff.
El Paso Times - Apr 3 2002

RIVAS, SALVADOR JR.,
76, passed away Monday, April 1, 2002 in a local hospital. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corp with the first Marine Division having served during World War Ii the Asiatic-Pacific Area and American Area. He was the recepient of the Victory Medal World War II. Mr. Rivas was a retired Optician and a Cub Scout and Boy Scout Leader. He is survived by his father, Salvador Rivas who is 101 years old. Wife, Bertha G. Rivas. Sons, Salvador Rivas III and Eduardo R. Rivas. Daughter, Terry Solis. Grandchildren, Salvador Rivas IV, Jessica Solis, Michael Solis, Jason Rivas, Kelly Rivas and Ginelle Rivas. Brother, Manuel O. Rivas. Sister, Yolanda Pellicano. Visitation will be Thursday, from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Thursday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Friday, at 12:45 a.m. at St. Pius Catholic Church. Family members will serve as pallbearers. Interment will be in Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598-3332
El Paso Times - Apr 3 2002

Gibson, Mary Belle
60, was called home to her Lord on Monday, April 1, 2002 in El Paso, Texas. Born April 4, 1941 in Llano, Texas to Charles Elmer Leverett and Dollie Marie Davis Leverett. Ms. Gibson has lived in Texas, Michigan, Indiana, Louisiana and Frankfurt, Germany. She attended Ysleta Grade School and Ysleta High School, graduating in 1959. She taught 4 and 5 year olds bible class for several years in El Paso and Germany. She worked many years as a church custodian as well as 25 years at Providence Hospital in the computer center where she was medically retired due to a stroke in April 1995. She is survived by children Jean Starr Gibson of Del Rio, Dick Gibson Jr. and wife Damian of El Paso, Charles Squire Gibson and wife Guadalupe of Ft. Worth; step-children, Terri Lopez and husband Fernando of Albuquerque and Les Gibson and wife Susan of Belen; grandchildren, Joshua, Caleb, Timothy, Rachel, Amber, Amanda, Brenda, Kathy, Charlie, Marquise, Andy and Margaret; step grandchildren, Ruben, Kimberly, Scott, Joseph, Tye, Todd, Jennifer, Ruben and Denise; step great grandchildren, Lynette, Bobby, Francisco, Jordan and Sarah; brother, Clayton Arther Gage of Amarillo, Texas; sister Jacqueline Penny Reveile and husband Donald of Belton, Texas; several nieces and nephews and many friends. Visitation is from 4 - 9 PM Wednesday, April 3, 2002 at Sunset Funeral Home - East, Chapel of Peace. Funeral Service will be said at 2 PM Thursday, April 4, 2002 at Montwood Church of Christ, 11845 Bob Mitchell. Interment will follow at Evergreen East Cemetery. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home - East.
El Paso Times - Apr 3 2002

Esquivel, Mr. Arturo
80, passed away Monday, April 1, 2002 in El Paso. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso and a member of San Antonio Catholic Church. Mr. Esquivel retired from Providence Memorial Hospital with 30 years of service. He is survived by his loving wife, Rosalia C. Esquivel. Sons, Arturo Esquivel Jr. and Carlos Esquivel. Daughters, Mary Lou Olivas and Isela Maldonado. 9 Grandchildren. 6 Great Grandchildren. Brother, Rodolfo Esquivel. Sister, Esther Cuellar. Visitation will be Thursday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Thursday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Friday at 1 p.m. at San Antonio Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Carlos Esquivel, Arturo Esquivel Jr., Damian Olivas, Paul Maldonado Jr., Richard Castanon Jr. and Michael Terrazas. Interment will be in Evergreen East Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive. 598-3332
El Paso Times - Apr 3 2002

COURREGES, E. JON
passed away March 8 2002 in Idaho as a result of injuries from an accident. He attended Ysleta High School and UTEP. He is survived by his wife, Lisa, his mother: Nina Courreges, his brothers: Numa Courreges and Rene Courreges, Sr., his sisters: Dorothy Geary, Joan Dunda, Carol Rizzo, and Deborah Webbon. Jon was loved and will be missed by all who knew him. A memorial service will be at the West Shelter at Ft. Bliss Cemetery on Friday, April 5th at 10:30 am.
El Paso Times - Apr 4 2002

KOILE, KEVIN RAY
passed away Saturday, March 30, 2002 in a car accident while en route to El Paso to join his family for Easter Sunday. He was 43 years old, born in Staunton, Indiana to wonderful parents David and Rada Koile. He was an accomplished computer engineer by profession, but most importantly a beautiful, loving and giving human being. He was a family man, a perfect Father and Husband, Brother and Son. He will be greatly missed by all those whose lives he touched. He is survived by his "Daddy's girl" Rada, who was the light of his life, his wife Clare, father David, sister Becky, and his in-laws Raymond, Cecilia, Ray and Vanessa. He is preceded in death by his brother Michael David Koile and his mother Rada Mae Willis Koile. Memorial Service will be held on Friday, April 5, 2002 at 6:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home West in El Paso, Texas. In lieu of flowers please send donations to the Parkinson's Disease Foundation, William Black Medical Building, Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center, 710 West 168th Street, New York, NY 10032-9982.
El Paso Times - Apr 4 2002

SMILEY, ROGER
of Duncanville, TX passed away March 31, 2002. Born April 12 1945 in Lincoln, Nebraska to Frank Herbert & Josephine (Hershberger) Smiley. Survived by his son Frank Smiley & wife Leslie, grandchildren Greyson & Ethan Smiley, parents Herb & Jo Smiley, sisters Marcia Smiley, Cheryl Fricke & Karen Smith, former wife Donna Smiley along with many nieces & nephews. Funeral Services are 1:00 PM, Friday, April 5, 2002 at Jaynes Memorial Chapel in Duncanville, Texas. Burial will follow at Little Bethel Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Apr 4 2002

Villalva, Esperanza J.
had her last day with her family lovingly at her side, Wednesday, March 27, 2002. Her entire life was lived in El Paso with adoration to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe, dedication to her family and support of her parish. She was preceded in death by her parents, Fernando and Teofila Jaquez and her brother, Fernando Jaquez Jr. Mrs. Villalva is survived by her husband, Merced and her children, Alberto L., Estella D. and Gustavo J. Cousins: Concha Telles, Luis Bustamante, Emma Garcia and Gilbert Chavez. Visitation will be Thursday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Thursday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Friday at 9:45 a.m. at San Antonio de Padua Church. Pallbearers will be Alberto L. Villalva, Gustavo J. Villalva, Jerry Ortiz, Alfonso Betancourt Jr., Gilbert Chavez and Luis Villalva Jr. Her immediate family will retire to grieve in private. Donations may be made in her honor to the San Antonio de Padua building fund. Interment will follow in Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive 598-3332
El Paso Times - Apr 4 2002

JURADO, PAZ ESPERANZA
85, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and god mother went home with our Lord on Sunday, March 31, 2002. She was a longtime resident of El Paso and member of San Antonio de Padua Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her mother Domitila, sister Maria, brother Ramon Jimarez, 3 grandchildren and 1 great grandson. She is survived by her loving husband of 65 years, Humberto Sr., daughters Cristina (George) Villa, Lucille (Julio) Gonzalez, sons Humberto (Nena) Jr., Javier (Elsa) Jurado, 12 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and several nephews, nieces and godchildren. Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 4, 2002 from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. with Rosary at 7:00 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home - East. Funeral Mass will be on Friday, April 5, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. at San Antonio de Padua Catholic Church followed by interment at Mount Carmel Cemetery. Pallbearers, George III Villa, Eric J. Villa, Julio Gonzalez Jr., Gustavo Gonzalez, Jose Jurado, Lorenzo Jurado, Michael Jurado, Christopher Oaxaca. Honorary pallbearers Humberto Jurado III and Derick Oaxaca. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home - East.
El Paso Times - Apr 4 2002

Anchondo, Rodolfo A. Sr.,
76, passed away Tuesday, April 02, 2002. He was a life long resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Preceded in death by his wife Emma Anchondo, Mr. Anchondo is survived by two sons, Rodolfo F. Anchondo Jr. and Eduardo Anchondo; five daughters, Emma C. Herrera, Cecilia C. Cordero, Maria M. Jones, Patricia De La Cruz, and Frances B. Anchondo. He is also survived by 22 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren; brother Roberto Anchondo, Sr. and sister Eva Castenon. Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 04, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home East with a rosary at 7:00 p.m. A funeral mass will be held on Friday, April 05, 2002 at St. Pius X at 9:15 a.m. Burial will take place at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Apr 4 2002

ARMENDARIZ, SUSANA JUAREZ
86, passed away Tuesday, April 2, 2002. Lifelong resident of El Paso, Texas. Mrs. Armendariz was one of the founding families of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, member of the Guadalupanas and Oracion Nocturna. Survived by her husband of 66 years Jose Andres Armendariz, sons Guillermo J. Armendariz, and J. Raul Armendariz, daughters Maria Rosa Cintron, Irma and husband Edward Galvez and Guadalupe Rodriguez, 12 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews and friends. Mrs. Armendariz will lie in state Friday, April 5, 2002 from 7:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Rosary Service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Friday, April 5, 2002 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be held at 9:00 a.m. Saturday, April 6, 2002 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Burial at Mt. Carmel Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Apr 4 2002

BIGHAM, CHARLES
MAJ. U.S. Air Force (retired), 83, passed away on Tuesday, April 2, 2002. He was a resident of El Paso, for over 50 years and retired after 20 years of service in the U.S. Air Force during WWII. Mr. Bigham also retired from Phelps Dodge Copper Refinery after 20 years of service with the company. Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Chloe Dell Bigham, his son, Charles Bigham and his sister, Mrs. Ollie Lee Jones. He will be sorely missed by his family and friends. Graveside service will be on Friday, April 5, 2002 at Fort Bliss National Cemetery at 9:30 am with full military honors. "He flew higher and further than most people in his time".
El Paso Times - Apr 4 2002

CHEATHAM, EUGENE CSM
passed away March 31st, 2002 at the age of 70. Gene was born in Nashville, TN to the late Thomas and Catherine Cheatham. He attended the Baptist Church and was educated in the Nashville public schools until entering the Army at an early age. While in the Army, he travelled to many places overseas including Germany, Japan, Korea, and Vietnam. He received the following awards: RVN Gallantry Cross w/ Palm, Gallantry Cross w/ BS, Exp Badge w/ Rifle Bar, MKM Badge w/ Pistol Bar, CAM 1st Class w/ OLC, AFEM (Korea), KSM, PUC, VSM, RVCM, MSM, AM 7th Award, UNSM, NDSM w/ OLC, WWII VM, AOM, ARCOM w/ OLC, GCMDL 9th Award. He was also a member of VFW, DAV #58, American Legion #832, SGT Majors Association of Fort Bliss and EPPD Association. Gene earned his Bachelor's Degree in Social Psychology from Park College in 1979 and then his Master's Degree from Webster College in 1980. He is survived by his wife Jung Ok Cheatham, his two sons, Douglas (Yakima, Washington) and Eric (Brooklyn, New York), two daughters, Karen Cheatham (El Paso, TX) and Sheila Cheatham (Woodstock, IL), one sister, Maxine Adams (Detroit, MI), one brother, Delmas Bogus (Greenbrier, TN) and six grandchildren. Mr. Cheatham will have visitation on Friday April 5, 2002 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 pm at Sunset Funeral Home-N.E. located at 4631 Hondo Pass. Funeral service will be at 12:30 p.m. at the funeral home chapel. Pastor Merle H. Gathers will officiate. Interment will follow at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with full Military Honors.
El Paso Times - Apr 4 2002

ORDAZ, MARIA TERESA,
61, Visitation: 4-9 p.m. Rosary: 7 p.m. Thursday April 4, 2002 at Mt. Carmel Funeral Home. Funeral Service: 10 a.m. Friday April 5, 2002 at St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church. Arrangements by Mt. Carmel Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - Apr 4 2002

URISTA, PAULA
92, passed away on Tuesday, April 02, 2002. She was a resident of El Paso since 1959 and was a member of a local Catholic Church. Preceded in death by her husband, Juan L. Urista and her son, Fred Urista. Mrs. Urista is survived by her children Lala Eiden, Nina Juarez of Corona, CA; Elodia Hartnett of Pecos, TX; and Johnny Urista. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, brothers Johnny, Pete and Paul Navarro; and sisters, Nellie Dominguez of California, Cuca Dominguez of las Cruces, NM; Josie Torres and Olivia Gomboa. Visitation will be held on Friday, April 05, 2002 from 4:00 until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home East with a rosary at 7:00 p.m. A funeral mass will be held on Saturday, April 06, 2002 at 9:30 a.m. at St. Raphael's Catholic Church. Burial will take place at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Pallbearers are John Navarro, Bob Juarez, Joe Brown, Joe Jiner, Bobby Navarro, and Dee Farnum. Honorary pallbearers are Francis Eiden and Bill Hartnett. Paula was a beloved wife, mother, grand and great grandmother and will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Thanks to the staff at Caprock Home Health Service, Inc. and special thanks to Wilma Weldon and Michael Ulibarri who were both caregivers and good friends to Paula and her family.
El Paso Times - Apr 5 2002

Poppas, Susie Marie
79, of Horizon City, Texas went home to her Lord on April 1 2002. She died peacefully in her sleep at home after a lengthy illness. She was born 7 February, 1923 in Tipton, Indiana, the daughter of the late Jacob and Nora (Ryan) Love. A homemaker, she was active in her church, Eastside Christian Church in El Paso. Surviving Susie are her husband of 56 years, George of Horizon City; daughter and son- in- law Candace and Larry Leas, and granddaughters Jessica and Kari Ackerman all of Albuquerque; brothers R. Paul Love, Charles Love, George Love, Jerry Love, and Gerald Love, all of Indiana and sister Edna M. Wilmouth of Tennessee; as well as numerous brothers and sisters-in-law and nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were five brothers and four sisters. Memorial services will be held at 2 pm Saturday, 6 April at Hillcrest Funeral Home 1060 Carolina Drive, El Paso. Tom Reynolds, Minister of Eastside Christian Church will officiate. Burial of her ashes will be in Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to Eastside Christian Church POB 370437 El Paso, TX 79937-0437. Although Susie's illness prevented her from speaking well or walking her last several months of life, she is now singing and dancing with her King. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME - CAROLINA. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598-3332
El Paso Times - Apr 5 2002

PADRON, MARIA C.
92, passed away Wednesday, April 3, 2002 in El Paso. She was a lifelong resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Padron was preceded in death by her husband Juan Padron, brother Antonio Cordova and sister Carmen C. Martinez. She is survived by her daughters, Martha P. Martinez, Olivina P. Muniz, Enedina P. Camacho and Carmen C. Padron. 6 Grandchildren and 1 Great Grandchild. Visitation will be held Friday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be held Friday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held Saturday at 9 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Louie A. Martinez, Rick R. Martinez, Reyes P. Camacho, Jr., Juan P. Camacho, Santos P. Camacho and Luis Martinez. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of El Paso Inc., 3901 N. Mesa St., El Paso, Texas 79902. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME - CAROLINA. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598- 3332
El Paso Times - Apr 5 2002

Martinez, Socorro Mendoza
61, beloved mother and grandmother, went home with the Lord on Wednesday, April 3, 2002. She was a longtime resident of El Paso and dedicated her time to her family and her home. She is survived by her son Armando Martinez Jr., daughters Mirna Martinez Garcia and Beatriz M. Reyes, brother Alberto Mendoza, sisters Lulu Garcia, Patricia Jurado, Maria Elena de la Garza and Refugio Solis, and 8 grandchildren. Visitation will be from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday with a Prayer Service at 7 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home - East. A funeral service will be said at 9 a.m. also at Sunset Funeral Home - East, Chapel of Remembrance. Interment will follow at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. She was preceded in death by her husband Armando R. Martinez, and parents Francisco and Refugio Mendoza. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home - East.
El Paso Times - Apr 6 2002

HEDRICK, ZOLA
born August 10, 1917 in Organ, New Mexico, passed away Friday, April 5, 2002 in El Paso. Mrs. Hedrick was a lifetime resident of El Paso and was a member of the Church of Christ. She won Miss New Mexico in 1935. Mrs. Hedrick was preceded in death by her husband Paul Hedrick, son Leslie Hedrick, brother Herbert Walton and sister Melba McWilliams. She is survived by her son, Forrest J.R. Hedrick of Charleston, Oregon. 6 Grandchildren. Sister, Naomi Moore of Monroeville, Alabama and several nieces, nephews and dear friends. Visitation will be Sunday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Doniphan. Graveside Service will be Monday at 11 a.m. at Restlawn Memorial Park. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME DONIPHAN 5054 DONIPHAN DR 587-0202
El Paso Times - Apr 6 2002

HERNANDEZ, MANUEL C.
73, passed away Thursday, April 4, 2002 in El Paso. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Hernandez was a retired truck driver. He is survived by his sons, Robert Hernandez, George Luis Hernandez, Manuel Hernandez, Jr. and Luis Ernesto Hernandez. Daughters, Maria Norma Ramos, Maria Elena Gonzalez and Lydia H. Chaves. 16 Grandchildren and 11 Great Grandchildren. Brothes, Vicente Hernandez and Ramon Hernandez. Sisters, Trini Mendez, Sofia Lazarin and Lorenza Uranga. Visitation will be held Sunday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Doniphan. Recitation of the Rosary will be Sunday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Mondya at 1:30 p.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Canutillo, Tx. Pallbearers will be Robert Hernandez, George Luis Hernandez, Manuel hernandez, jr., Luis Ernesto Hernandez, Ramon Hernandez, and Antonio Lazarin. Interment will be in Canutillo Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME - DONIPHAN, 5054 DONIPHAN 587-0202
El Paso Times - Apr 6 2002

BOHNE, HELEN MARIE
previously a longtime resident of Ridgewood, New Jersey passed away on Friday, April 5, 2002 at the age of 94. She was born on May 24, 1907. Her beloved husband, Arthur John Bohen, daughter Karen Ann and parents Harry Elwood Delamater and Marjorie Cecilia Deigan preceded Helen in death. She is survived by her sister Elizabeth Delamater Stevens. Helen's remarkable legacy continues in the lives of her three children Geraldine Anne Smith, Marjorie Marie Townsley, and Peter John Bohne. From her three surviving children Helen found great joy in her 11 grandchildren (Bruce, Scott & Karen Smith, Richard, Michael, Kimberley & Peter Townsley, and Kristine, Stacey, Michael & Katie Bohne), and 18 great-grandchildren. Helen was an avid reader her entire life, and loved her years as a librarian for the Ridgewood Public Library. Helen resided in El Paso the last 18 years of her life where she touched the lives of many people. Her family will dearly miss her. A mass will be held in Helen's memory at Mount Carmel Catholic Church in Ridgewood, New Jersey. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME - CAROLINA. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598-3332
El Paso Times - Apr 6 2002

REIMER, GLADYS ELLEN
79, passed away Thursday, April 4, 2002 in a local hospital. She was a longtime resident of El Paso and was a retired clerk for El Paso Natural Gas. Mrs. Reimer was a life member of the Eastern Star Lincoln Chapter Lakewood, Ohio, and Past Mother Advisor for Rainbow Girls. She was also a member of the Porcelain Arts Club and United Methodist Woman of St. Luke Methodist Church. Mrs. Reimer was preceded in death by her son James Allen Reimer. She is survived by her husband, Harold Reimer. Daughter, Donna Johnston (Clinton). 6 Grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren and sisters, Dorothy Knowles, Ethel Bishop and Margaret Lewis. A celebration of Gladys' life will be held at Monday at 11 a.m. at St. Luke United Methodist Church, 9915 Montwood. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, 909 E. San Antonio, El Paso, Texas 79901. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME - CAROLINA. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598-3332
El Paso Times - Apr 6 2002

ESTRADA, MARIA
103, formerly of El Paso, had resided in Los Angeles for about 50 years, passed away March 22, 2002. Survived by her son, Salvador Rubio and daughter-in-law, Ana Rubio, 2 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild.
El Paso Times - Apr 7 2002

CHAVEZ, NATIVIDAD U.
85, passed away Thursday, April 4, 2002 peacefully in her sleep at home after a lengthy illness. She was a resident of El Paso and member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Chavez was preceded in death by her husband, Rodolfo Chavez, sons, Rudy M. Chavez and Pedro A. Chavez. She is survived by her daughter, Luz Elena and husband Robert White, her son, Jose Luis and wife Julia Chavez, and daughter-in-law, Guadalupe Chavez. 12 Grandchildren and 6 Great Grandchildren. Memorial mass will be held Monday, April 8 at 9:00 a.m. at All Saints Catholic Church with Father Ken Ducre officiating. Burial of her ashes will be at Mt. Carmel Cemetery at a later date. Services entrused to La Paz Funeral Home, 3331 Alameda Avenue, 532-4400.
El Paso Times - Apr 7 2002

Merrill, Ted D.
CW4 US Army (Retired), 64, passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2002 at his home in Chaparral, NM. Ted retired after 23 years of active duty service with the United States Army including tours to Vietnam and Korea. He then designed, built, and owned DI-TE Hog Farm until he retired a second time in 1995 (A 500 sow farrow-to-finish commercial farm in Chaparral.) He was a true patriot who loved his country, his heritage, and his family. He was preceded in death by his mother Marjorie Mulheron and father Ralph G. Merrill. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Diane, his three sons Ralph G. Merrill II and his wife Kellie of Las Cruces, NM, Steve Merrill and his wife Drenda of Austin, TX, and Mike Merrill and his wife Theresa Ximenes of Austin, TX; his two sisters Peggy and her husband Sam Dake of Troy, MI, Sue and her husband Bob Travis of Sterling Heights, MI; and his brotherMulheron, Thomas of Chaparral, NM. He also leaves behind seven precious grandchildren: Ace, Tyler, Chase, Chloe, Madison, Mackenzie, and Jack. Ted was a member of VFW Post #8919, the Chaparral Moose Lodge, the American Legion, and also the Alamogordo Elks Lodge. Ted was also a member of several hereditary societies including Society of Mayflower Descendants, Order of Founders and Patriots of America, Society of the War of 1812, and The Order of The Crown of Charlemagne. Visitation will be on Monday April 8th from 4-8 pm at Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home located at 8817 Dyer in El Paso, TX. Funeral service will be held Tuesday April 9th at 10 am at Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home. Interment will take place immediately following at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with full military honors.
El Paso Times - Apr 7 2002

MADRID, ALFREDO
60, beloved son, father and grandfather, went home with the Lord on Friday, April 5, 2002. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso and employed with a Recycling Company. He is survived by his mother Elfida Lara; sons Alfredo Jr. and Manuel Madrid; daughter Ruby Madrid; companion Maria Cordero; brothers Alberto Madrid, Francisco Juarez, Roberto Juarez, Juan Canales; sister Elena Madrid Roberts and 4 grandchildren. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday, with a Rosary to be recited at 7:30 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home East, Chapel of Peace. The Mass will be said at 12:15 p.m. at San Elizario Church. Interment will follow at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. He was preceded in death by his father Conrado Madrid. Pallbearers will be Alfredo Madrid Jr., Manuel Madrid, Alberto Madrid, Francisco Juarez, Juan Canales and Danny Lara. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home East.
El Paso Times - Apr 7 2002

HERRERA, JOE I.
57, passed away on Thursday April 04, 2002. He was a lifelong resident o f El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Herrera was a graduate of Austin High School and a veteran of the Union Pacific Railroad for over thirty years. Joe is survived by his wife Celia Herrera, sons Joseph M. and wife Brenda Herrera, Chris Herrera, and daughter Bernadette and husband Mike Benoit. Other survivors include five grandchildren Vicente, Kassandra, Baby Chris, Brandon, and Sean. Sisters Guadalupe Vallejo and Irene Aguilar. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Visitation will be held Sunday April 07, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with a Rosary Service at 7:00 p.m. at Mt. Carmel Funeral Home Chapel. The Mass will be held on Monday April 08, 2002 at 1:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements are by Mt. Carmel Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - Apr 7 2002

RIVERA, JOSE REYES
76, passed away Wednesday, April 3, 2002. He was born in Santa Fe, New Mexico to the late Jose and Cesaria Rivera. Mr. Rivera was a retired Sergeant 1st Class and a veteran of World War II, the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam War. After he retired from the military, Jose was a postal worker. He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years Zoila Rivera; sons Armando R., Lionel R., Jose R. Jr., Samuel J., Miguel D. and Matias D. Rivera; Grandchildren Armando Rivera, Jaime Rivera, Adam Rivera, Zoila Rivera, Eric Rivera, Benjamin Rivera, Philip Rivera, Diego Rivera and Krista Mondragon; brother Matias Rivera and sisters Antonia Padilla and Eloyda Garcia. Visitation will be on Sunday, April 7, 2002 from 3 p.m.- 9 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home NE located at 4631 Hondo Pass. Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. on Sunday, April 7, 2002. The Mass of the Resurrection will be held at 12:15 on Monday, April 8, 2002 at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with Full Military Honors.
El Paso Times - Apr 7 2002

NIEMON, WAYNE W.
83 passed away April 2, 2002. He was born to parents, John and Martha Niemonen on Jan. 23, 1919 in Eldorado, Ill. He graduated from Zeigler Community High School, Zeigler, Illinois in 1936. He entered the military service on 26 March 1941 as a member of the 200th Coast Artillery Battalion and was sent to the Philippine Islands immediately after WWII was declared. In Apr. 1942, Wayne became A P.O.W. He was captured on Bataan. Six weeks later he was transferred to Bilibid prison - then to Cabanatuan Death Camp, working on various burial details for two years, then 13 months before liberation he was shipped to Japan's Fukuoka Camp #3 working in steel mills. After being in a Japanese P.O.W. Camp Hospital for 120 days liberation finally came. When released he was down to 88 pounds in weight. His military decorations and citations include the Purple Heart, American Defense Service Ribbon w/Bronze Star, Good Conduct Medal - Asiatic/Pacific Campaign Ribbon w/Bronze Star, Distinguished Unit Badge w/3 oak leaf clusters and the Victory Ribbon. Mr. Niemon was an active member of the American Ex-P.O.W.'S El Paso Chapter. After returning to civilian life he as employed by the Potash Company of America in Carlsbad, N.M. As a Motorman for an underground mine. He received the Homes Safety Award for 40 years without a lost time acident in underground mining. He retired in 1977. He married his childhood sweetheart, Marian S. Sturm in 1946 who preceded him in death after 50 years together. He was an avid traveler to various parts of the United States with his wife Marian in their R.V. He is survived by Nephews, George White, Albuquerque, N.M., William White, Carlsbad, N.M., cousin Lillian Howard, Clinton, Ind. and Kim Howard a trusted and loyal caregiver for the past 4 years. Visitation will be on April 8, 2002 from 5pm -8pm at Sunset Funeral Home-N.E. Located at 4631 Hondo Pass. Graveside service will be held at 1 PM. Apr. 9, 2002. At The Fort Bliss National Cemetery with Full Military Honors.
El Paso Times - Apr 7 2002

Soriano, Roberto
66, passed away on April 5, 2002. He resided in El Paso for 40 years and was employed by the Hoover Company. Mr. Soriano is survived by his wife, Manuela Soriano. His sons, Robert and Genaro Soriano. Daughters, Leticia Loya, Blanca Alaniz, Gloria Contreras, and Nellie Soriano. Brothers, Andres, Manuel, Jose Angel, Santiago, Honesimo, and Mario Soriano, sister Amalia Soriano, and his 14 grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Moday, April 8, 2002 from 3 to 9 P.M. with a rosary at 7 P.M. at Sunset Funeral Home - West, Chapel of Remembrance. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Anthony's Church in Anthony, NM followed by interment at Anthony Cemetery. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home - West.
El Paso Times - Apr 7 2002

Wilcox, Mr. John
82, was called home by our Lord to join his parents Margarita and Andrew Wilcox on April 3, 2002. Mr. Wilcox was born in Marfa, TX on July 29, 1919 and attended Marfa Schools. He relocated to El Paso in the 1940's where he became head salesman and manager of Calderon's Furniture Store until he retired from there and then worked for Barrel Houses of El Paso. Mr. Wilcox was a lifelong Catholic and a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. He became the Patriarch of the family and is survived by his many nieces and nephews. Members of the family will serve as pallbearers. Mr. Wilcox will lie in state Sunday, April 7, 2002 from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM at San Jose Funeral Home, with recitation of the Rosary at 6:30 PM. Funeral mass will be on Monday April 8, 2002 at 12:15 PM at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Fr. John officiating. Private services will follow after the funeral Mass. Services directed by San Jose Funeral Home, 601 S. Virginia, St., El Paso, TX 79901. 532-1856.
El Paso Times - Apr 7 2002

Rojas, Edmundo B.
74, passed away on Thurday, April 4, 2002. He ws a life long resident of El Paso and a member San Francisco Javier Catholic Church. Mr. Rojas retired after a long career in the jewelry business. Mr. Rojas was preceded in death by his wife Julieta F. Rojas after 52 years of married bliss. Mr. Rojas is survived by his Daughters: Maria E. Borbon, Rosa I. Byland, M.D., Patricia Cubilett, R.N., Julie I Cahil and Teresa B. Gandara. Sons: Edmundo J. Rojas, Daniel A. Rojas and F. Martin Rojas. Grandchildren: Jesus A. Borbon Jr., Juiette A. Borbon, Jason A. Borbon, Russell Byland, Eric Byland, Julie M. Cahil, Laura M. Cahil, Chrisitna M. Gandara, Carlos E. Gandara, Jr., Jacqueline D. Rojas and Dustin C. Rojas. Great-grandchildren: Blane Borbon, Alex Borbon, Meagan Borbon and Jordan Neol. Visitation will be held on Monday, April 8, 2002 from 6:00 Pm to 8:45 PM at San Francisco Javier Catholic Church. Rosary will be prayed at 7:00 PM on Monday. Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, April 9, 2002 at 10:00 AM at San Francisco Javier Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Memory Gardens of the Valley Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Mark Paez, Carlos Gandara, Sr., Carlos Gandara, Jr., Jesus Borbon, Jason Borbon, and Eric Byland. Services directed by San Jose Funeral Home, 601 S. Virginia St., El Paso, TX 79901.
El Paso Times - Apr 7 2002

Phagan, Margarita A.
86, passed away on Thursday April 04, 2002. She was a longtime resident of El Paso. Preceded in death by her husband, Thomas G. Phagan and her brother, Emilio Palafox; Mrs. Phagan is survived by her son Thomas Michael Phagan; daughter Margaret Susan Watts. She is also survived by brothers, William and Richard Palafox, Jackson Wilbourn; sisters-in-law, Sophie, Marisela, Ann and Liz; sister, Beatrice Grall, brother-in- law, Jerry; as well as many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Sunday, April 07, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home East. A Chapel Service will be held on Monday, April 08, 2002 at 9:30 a.m. at Martin Funeral Home East. Burial will take place at Evergreen Cemetery on Alameda. A special thanks to those who cared for her and gave their love, support and prayers.
El Paso Times - Apr 7 2002

Hernandez, Leonarda
"Lonne" 69, passed away Friday, April 5, 2002 in a local hospital. Preceded in death by her parents. Survived by her brothers Santiago and Roberto Hernandez; sisters Antonia, Dolores, and Teresa Hernandez. Ms. Hernandez will lie in state Sunday, April 7, 2002 from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m at Guardian Angel Catholic Church. Rosary service will be held at 7:00 P.M. Sunday at Guardian Angel Catholic Church. Funeral mass will be held at 9:30 a.m. Monday, April 8, 2002 at Guardian Angel Catholic Church. Burial at Mount Carmel Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Apr 7 2002

de La Cruz, Rev. Ernesto
68, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 4, 2002. Mr. De La Cruz retires as Sergeant 1st Class from the United States Army. He was a pastor at Iglesia del Calvario Pentescostes for 16 years and Centro Pentecostes Carisma Church for over 10 years. Survivors are his wife, Flora de La Cruz; sons, Ernesto de La Cruz Jr; daugheters, Delta de La Cruz, Donna de La Cruz, Dalila Montlongo and Delmaric Colmenero; 10 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren; sisters Magdalena Aguilar, Maria Dorville, Martha De Leon, Sarah Silva Rodriguez and Ruth Chevaiy. He was preceded in death by grandson Ivan Ellerd. Visitation will be held on Monday, April 8, 2002 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home - Northeast, 4631 Hondo Pass with Prayer Service at 7 p.m. Funeral Service will be said at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, April 9, 2002 at Centro Penticostes Carisma, 5505 Threadgill. Interment will follow at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home - Northeast.
El Paso Times - Apr 7 2002

WAGER, LEONARD FRANKLIN
(Capt. Ret.), 86, passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2002. Mr. Wager spent 23 years of service in the United States Army and served in both WWII and Korea. While serving in WWII he was awarded 3 purple hearts, 1 silver star and 2 bronze stars. Mr. Wager retired as a radar technician from the Civil Service. He was instrumental in starting the Hercules missile program at Fort Bliss. Surviving him is his beloved wife, Elsie W. Wager; son Michael William and wife Janet Wager; daughter Leona and husband David Henry; grandchildren, Elizabeth Henry and Laura Toman; nephew Alan and wife Doris Wager. Visitation will be Monday, April 8, 2002 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home-Northeast, 4631 Hondo Pass with the recital of the Rosary at 7 p.m. Mass of the Resurrection will be said at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 9, 2002 at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 9025 Diana. Interment will follow at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to Hospice of El Paso. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-Northeast.
El Paso Times - Apr 8 2002

SWATT, STANLEY
age 77 and a life long resident of El Paso, passed away Thursday, April 4, 2002. He worked for Hortex for 40 years. Stanley is survived by his sister Jeanne Dahlstet of Las Vegas, NV, two nieces Bonnie and Betsy, and one nephew Jim. A private Graveside Service has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, April 10, 2002, at Chai Manor, 406 Wallenberg with Rabbi Kenneth Weiss officiating.
El Paso Times - Apr 8 2002

CABAN, GLORIA
73, passed away Saturday, April 6, 2002. She was a long time resident of El Paso. She was a member of the Catholic Church. She is survived by her son Hector Rivera and wife Irma, three grandchildren, Denise Rivera, Vanessa Rivera and Raul Angel Rivera, brothers Israel Caban of Puerto Rico and Luis Caban of New York. Other survivors include her best friend Senaida of New York, five nieces and four nephews. She will be greatly missed. Visitation will be held on Tuesday April 9, 2002 from 4 pm to 9 pm with rosary service at 7 pm at Mt. Carmel Funeral Home Chapel. The mass will be held on Wednesday April 10, 2002 at 10 am at St. Mark's Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Evergreen East Cemetery. Arrangements by Mt. Carmel Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - Apr 9 2002

EASON, MINA K.
born in Del Rio, TX on August 27, 1916, died April 6, 2002. Resident of El Paso for over 70 years. Preceded in death by her "ever loving" husband of 49 years, Alex, who passed away April 7, 1989, her mother and father, Richard and Elizabeth Kunz, her sister and brother-in-law, Ruth and Oscar Nelson, her brother and sister-in-law, Hattie and Leonard Kunz, and her sister-in-law, JoAnn Jones. Mina leaves behind to cherish her memory: son, Richard and wife, Billie and one grandson, Jarrod; her daughter, Sharon and husband, Charles Lively; her niece, Imogene Clyatt, and her brother-in-law, Allen Jones. Mina was a 50-year member of St. Alban's Episcopal Church and a member of the Daughters of the King. She was also a 50-year member of the Order of the Eastern Star. Mina was a member of Pleides Chapter and dual member of Harmony Chapter #244 and Wallace Hughston #1100. She served the OES as Past Matron, Organist, and held multiple Grand Appointments. One of her fondest memories was serving as Worthy Matron with Alex at her side as her Worthy Patron. She was a Past Mother Advisor of Mt. Franklin Assembly Order of the Rainbow for Girls, a member of Ladies Auxiliary, El Maida Shrine and the VFW. Visitation will be from 3 to 8 PM Wednesday at St. Alban's Episcopal Church, 1810 Elm. Funeral service will be 10 am Thursday at St. Alban's Episcopal Church, The Rev. Louis Cochram-Ashley, officiating. Interment will be in Restlawn Memorial Park.
El Paso Times - Apr 9 2002

HELEN A. PREUSSER,
After a long battle with cancer, 68, left us on Saturday, April 6, 2002. She was born in Grand Prairie, Texas, April 18, 1933 and lived in El Paso County all her life. She was a homemaker, loving mother, wife, grandmother and great-grandmother. Helen was a business woman and co-owner of Jand H Equipment Company of Canutillo. Helen was preceded in death by 2 sons, Arthur Gene and Richard Lee Preusser. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Joseph R. Preusser, Sr.; sons, Joseph R. Preusser, Jr. and Robert M. Preusser, Sr. and wife, I.M. Preusser; one daughter, Holly Babb-Preusser; one brother, Harold B. Suiter; one sister, Irma C. Walker; 8 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Graveside Service will be at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 10th at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Apr 9 2002

Hofmann, Olga Lylia
passed away peacefully in her sleep at home surrounded by family after a lengthy illness. She was a lifelong resident of El Paso, Texas with the exception of a recent 2 year stay in Battle Creek, Michigan with her husband. She is a graduate of Riverside High School and has been employed periodically as an accounting clerk. Most recently she was a student at Kellogg Community College in Battle Creek, Michigan studying Psychology and Music. She will be missed as a loving wife, mother, daughter and sister. Olga is survived by her husband Dan Hofmann; sons, Joseph and Eric Peterson; mother, Dolores Ramirez; father Juan Jose Ramirez; brothers, Jose and Armando Ramirez and sisters, Maria Reyes and Blanca Mullen. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 09, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home East. A chapel service will be held on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 at 11:30 a.m. at Martin Funeral Home East. Burial will follow at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Apr 9 2002

HINTON, GWENDOLYN MOODY
was born February 4, 1914 in Thatcher, Arizona to Hazel Patterson Moody and Edward Lewis Moody their second child. Our precious mother went to join our Lord April 6, 2002 after an extended illness and was preceded in death by her husband of forty-four years, Joseph Houston Hinton, M.D. and grandson, Ronald E. Allen, Jr. She was a member of pioneer families in both Arizona and Utah. She was a member of The D.A.R., The Daughters of Utah Pioneers, The Eastern Star of the Scottish Rite and a life-long member of the L.D.S. Church. She served as Primary President, Sunday School President, The Relief Society Presidency and Visiting Teachers and The Family Extraction Program. All who knew her loved and enjoyed her spectacular flower gardens. Our beloved mother was loved and respected by all who knew her and she will be sorely missed. Left to mourn her absence are her six children and one brother, Dr. Grant Moody of Provo, Utah. The children are Phyllis Hinton Pollard (Mrs. Robert E. Pollard), Zella Sally Hinton, Linda Faye Allen (Mrs. Ronald Allen), Barbara Jean Black (Mrs. Winston Black), Joseph Houston Hinton, Jr. and wife Cindy, and Gwendolyn Kay Stinson. She is also survived by seventeen grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, and 2 great, great grandchildren. Visitation will be Tuesday, April 9, from 6 pm to 9 pm at the Hillcrest Funeral Home - Doniphan. Funeral services will be held at the 9th Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 7315 Bishop Flores Drive on Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. Family members will serve as pallbearers. Burial services will be conducted Friday, April 12 in the Safford Cemetery in Safford, Arizona. Facilities arranged there through the Caldwell Funeral Home. The family expresses gratitude to Hospice of El Paso for the loving care of their mother. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME-DONIPHAN. 5054 DONIPHAN DR. 587-0202.
El Paso Times - Apr 9 2002

Mendoza, Arcadio Amando
LTC U.S.A. (RET), 72, went to be with our Lord on Saturday, April 6, 2002. Arcadio was a resident of El Paso since 1941 and was a member of the Catholic and First Assembly of God churches. He was a World War II Veteran having served in the U.S. Army and retired from the U.S. Postal Service with over 20 years of service. He is preceded in death by his son Ricardo Amando Mendoza and is survived by his wife of 31 years, Willie O. Mendoza; son, Carlos Mendoza (Lisa) and daughters, Chayo Carrasco (Gilbert) and Beatrice Williams (Jim); grandchildren, Cynthia Carrasco Olivas (Randy), Jennifer Carrasco, Michael Mendoza (Amy), David Mendoza, Richard Mendoza (Christyn), Olga Hassen (Yassine) and Olivia Mendoza; great grandchildren, Sofia Isabelle Olivas, Ana Maria Smith and Omar Joseph Hassen; daughter-in-law, Jennifer Howell Mendoza. Visitation will be Tuesday, April 9, 2002 from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home-Central. Funeral service will be Wednesday, April 10, 2002 at 8:45 a.m. at Martin Funeral Home-Central Chapel, Pastor Phil Sanders officiating. Interment at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with full military honors. Visit www.mem.com.
El Paso Times - Apr 9 2002

CORTEZ, GUILLERMO SR.
"Willie", 82, passed away Friday, April 5, 2002 in El Paso. He was a longtime resident of El Paso and was a member of Corpus Christi Catholic Church. Mr. Cortez was a retired cook. He was preceded in death by his wife Rosa Cortez, son Hector Cortez, daughter Maria de Lourdes Cortez and his sister Concepcion Cortez Anderson and her husband Robert Lee Anderson of Big Spring, Texas. Mr. Cortez is survived by his sons, Willie Cortez, Jr., Joe Cortez, Henry Cortez, Robert Cortez and Tury Cortez. Daughters, Rosa C. Acuna and Mary Helen Cortez. Many Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. Niece, Wanda Lee Anderson of Big Spring, Texas. Visitation will be Wednesday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Thursday at 10:30 a.m. at Corpus Christi Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Willie Cortez, Joe Cortez, Henry Cortez, Robert Cortez, Tury Cortez and Joe Acuna, Jr. I love you and will miss you, may you rest in peace, from Gordo. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598-3332
El Paso Times - Apr 9 2002

Lopez, Valentin G.
"Tito" long time resident of El Paso passed away Sunday, April 7, 2002. He is survived by: spouse Mary Lou Lopez. Daughters: Anna Martin, Margaret Villafuerte, Jeanette Bulthuis. Grandchildren: Mary Lou Martin, Joaquin Jr., Valerie, Angela, Christopher, Yvonne Villafuerte, Stephanie, Brandon Bulthuis. Sisters: Maria Louisa Gonzales, Maria Valdez. He was a teacher for the Ysleta Independent School District for 25 years. Visitation will be from 4 to 9 pm on Tuesday 4/9/02. Rosary will be at 7 pm on Tuesday 4/9/02. Mass will be at 8:30 am on Wednesday 4/10/02 followed by the burial at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. Funeral services entrusted to La Paz Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - Apr 9 2002

LEWIS, KENNETH I. II,
United States Air Force Retired. 73, went to be with the Lord on April 7, 2002 after a long battle with cancer. Mr. Lewis was born in Youngstown, Ohio, November 28, 1928 and raised in Farrel, PA. Mr. Lewis was a graduate of Farrel City High School. Mr. Lewis served in the Armed Forces until his retirement in 1967. Mr. Lewis was a firm believer in Christ. He earned the Degree of 33rd Masonry, Prince Hall Affiliation. Mr. Lewis was a resident of Vacaville, CA after his retirement until Aug. 2000, when he moved to El Paso, TX. He is preceded in death by his parents, Georgeanna Lee and Kenneth I. Lewis Sr. He is survived by his three children, Kenneth I. Lewis III and his wife, Jo, Renee E. Moore, and Kimberly L. Yeomans and her husband Tyron Taylor, as well as his sister Audrey L. Somerset and her husband Willie. 1 Uncle, 1 aunt, 6 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 10th from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home - Northeast, 4631 Hondo Pass. Funeral Services will follow and interment will be at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with full military honors.
El Paso Times - Apr 9 2002

BYRD, EDWIN LOUIS JR.,
88, passed away Friday, April 5, 2002. Resident of El Paso for 55 years and member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Byrd was a graduate of the University of Louisiana with a Bachelors Degree in Science and Forrestry. Preceded in death by his wife Concepcion Byrd. Survived by nephews Samuel and Sarah Orr of Little Rock, Ark, Ed and Annette Orr of Fabens, TX, nieces Claire Bayer, Mary and her husband Straw and Melissa Orr of Fabens, TX, sister Clara B. Orr and several other relatives. Mr. Byrd will lie in state Tuesday, April 9, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home-Central. Rosary Service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 9, 2002 at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 10, 2002 at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Ed Orr, Robert Orr, Straw Wilson, Don Bailey, Jaime Estrada and Seth Wilson. Burial at Mt. Carmel Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Apr 9 2002

RIOS, JOSE C.
passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2002 at the age of 91 years. Jose was born in Tucumcari, New Mexico on the 19th of March 1911 and was a World War II Veteran having served in the South Pacific stationed in Okinawa, Japan. He was a member of the American Legion, Veteran of Foreign War Post #58 and the Disabled American Veteran. Mr. Rios was a retired Civil Service employee with the Engineering Entomology Department. Preceded in death by his sisters, the late Angela Rios and Dolores Acevedo; brother-in-law, Patricio Victor Nava-who served in the 11th Airborne Division in Korea. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Amelia Nava Rios; children, Joe Rios, Albert Rios and his wife, Martha Ann Rios-Littleton, CO., Miss. Bertha Rios and Ms. Yolanda Rios. Sister-in-law, Eva B. Nava and brother-in-law, Robert Nava and his wife Alicia Nava, Ernest Tobias and his wife, Amparo Tobias, Art Licon and his wife, Rose Licon, Mailo Diaz De Leon and his wife, Sarita Diaz De Leon. Numerous nieces, nephews and godchildren. Visitation will be Tuesday, April 9, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with the rosary service at 7:30 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home-Central. Funeral mass will be Wednesday, April 10, 2002 at 12:00 noon at All Saints Catholic Church (c/o St. Anthony of the Desert Church), Fr. George Chanine officiating. Interment at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with military honors. Visit www.mem.com.
El Paso Times - Apr 9 2002

PLUMMER, EMILY B. SALSBURY
96, passed away in Shady Cove, Oregon March 30, 2002. She lived most of her life in El Paso with her family and husband Dudley B. Salsbury. After his death she married Richard Plummer and they made their home in Port Orchard, Washington until his death. She had since resided with her daughter in Shady Cove, Oregon for the past 16 years. She is survived by sons, Charles H. and Richard E. Salsbury of El Paso, and one daughter Jeanne Hoover of Shady Cove, Oregon, sister Della Long of El Paso, grandchildren Robert D. Feld and Stacy Barnett, 5 great grandchildren Cassy, Jason, and Chris Daniels, Travis and Nicole Feld, many nephews and nieces. She lived a rich life of love and shared this love with family and friends. She was loved by all that knew her. Graveside services will be held for family and friends on April 12 at 1:30 p.m. at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Apr 10 2002

SWARTZ, SIDNEY
"Tim" 93, passed away Saturday April 6, 2002. He had been a resident of El Paso for 40 years. Mr. Swartz was a retired chemist and a member of Temple Mt. Sinai. Survivors include his daughters, Jackie Feigon of Ancorage, AK & Lisse Wukelich of Forest Park, CA; Dr. Harold M. Swartz of Lyme, NH, 8 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren & 2 great, great grandchildren. Memorial services will be held Friday 1:00 p.m. at Temple Mt. Sinai (Krupp Memorial Chapel) with Rabbi Kenneth Weiss & Rabbi Daniel Swartz officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Tim & Amy Swartz Medical Research Fund, Dartmouth Medical School, 7785 Vail, Hanover, NH 03755.
El Paso Times - Apr 10 2002

COLLINS, IDESSA
76, passed away on April 5, 2002. She is survived by her sons, Joe David and James Howard Collins. Daughters, Pearlie Bailey, Bridgett Collins, Tawarda Thompkins, and Quilla Caldwell. Sisters, Annie L. McDonald, Ora Mae Hunter, Mattie Will Price, Minnie Pearl Stokes and her 10 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 from 5 to 9 P.M. with a Prayer Service at 7 P.M. at Sunset Funeral Home-West, Chapel of Peace. Funeral Service will be on Thursday, April 11, 2002 at 10 A.M. at Sunset Funeral Home -West, Chapel of Peace followed by interment at Restlawn Memorial Park. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home - West.
El Paso Times - Apr 10 2002

VALENZUELA, LAURENCIA
"Tita" 91, passed away Sunday, April 7, 2002 in El Paso. Mrs. Valenzuela was a resident of El Paso since 1921 and was a member of the Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her sister Genoveva Alva. She is survived by her husband of 65 years Lorenzo Valenzuela. Daughters, Sara Saldivar and husband Jesus and Betty Fino and husband George. Grandchildren, Liz and Gilbert Miranda, Dan and Lori Saldivar, Steve and Maggie Salazar, Lauri and Javier Ortiz and Alex and Margie Salazar. 12 Great Grandchildren. Sisters, Soledad Arriaga, Amelia Jurado and Sara Rodriguez. Visitation will be Wednesday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Doniphan. Recitation of the Rosary will be Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Thursday at 1:00 p.m. at Our Lady of the Light Catholic Church. Members of the family will serve as pallbearers. Interment will be in Evergreen Alameda Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 5054 DONIPHAN 587-0202.
El Paso Times - Apr 10 2002

Lynch, Michael Joseph
"Mike" passed away on Tuesday, April 09, 2002. Mike was born in Los Angeles, California, on January 1, 1928. He graduated from the University of Southern California and did post graduate work in Zurich, Switzerland. After serving in the army, he moved to Dell City, Texas, in 1950 where he and several members of his family established the CL Ranch. Mike is survived by his wife of 17 years, Paula Miles Lynch, by his three sons and their spouses, William Mead Lynch and Anne Lynch, Michael Joseph Lynch, II and Patricia Sterling Rockoff, and James Anthony Lynch and Liz Russell Lynch, and by his grandchildren, Lee Elisabeth Lynch, Michael Patrick Lynch, and Sara Elizabeth Rockoff. He is also survived by Paula's six children, Maribeth Scott, Marsha Scott Duncan, Leo Miles Scott, Laura A. Scott, Claudia Scott Gorman, and Paula Scott Azar, and their spouses and Paula's 16 grandchildren. Additional survivors include his sister, Kathleen Lynch Murphy, his brother and sister-in-law, John K. Lynch and Nancy Lynch, his brother and sister-in-law, James A. Lynch and Mary Louise Lynch, his sister, Eileen Lynch Abbott, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Mike was proud of his reputation as a fine rancher and farmer and as a fair and honest businessman, but he will be remembered most as a kind and loving husband, as an exceptional father, and as a doting grandfather to all of Paula's and his grandchildren. Graveside services will be held this Thursday, April 11, 2002, at 10:00 a.m. at Memory Gardens of the Valley, 4900 McNutt Road, Santa Teresa, NM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Clement's Episcopal Parish School, located at 600 Montana, El Paso, Texas 79902.
El Paso Times - Apr 10 2002

MORALES, RICARDO
"Rick" 23, passed away Sunday, April 7, 2002, a lifelong resident of El Paso. Rick attended Rusk Elementary, Bassett Middle School and was a graduate of Austin High School with honors. He attended community college and planned to transfer into UTEP to continue his studies in Literature. One of his dreams included attending Culinary Chef School in New York and become a great cook. He was writing a novel and also wanted to teach and read to children as an author in order to help students, especially those in special education. Mr. Morales is survived by his parents, Ricardo and Maria Morales, four brothers, Sergio, Hugo Pavel, Adrian and Edgar Allan Morales, paternal grandmother, Estela Morales and many family members and friends. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 at Restlawn Funeral Home from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. with a rosary at 7:30 p.m. Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, April 11, 2002 at Restlawn Funeral Home at 1:00 p.m. Burial will be private.
El Paso Times - Apr 10 2002

TORRES, RAFAELA G.
90, passed away April 9, 2002. She was a lifelong resident of El Paso and was a member of San Antonio Catholic Church. She was a loving wife and mother to sixteen children, grandmother to thirty seven grandchildren, great great grandmother to twenty five great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Ernesto Torres, three sisters Petra Elizondo, Dolores Medina, Juana Hinojos and brother Francisco Gonzalez, sons Esteban, Genaro, Juan Ernesto, Sarafin, Jose Angel and Gonzalo Torres and daughter Rosalia Torres. Survived by sons Pete Torres (Maria Hernandez) Frank Torres (Armida) Manuel Torres (Rita) daughters, Trinidad McGary (Bob) Connie Ramos (Mario) Betty Cabrera (Alex Ortiz) Frances Lee, Tina Jordan, Dolores Hutchinson (Marion A., Jr). Mrs. Torres will lie in state Thursday, April 11, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home-Central. Rosary Service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, April 11, 2002 at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held at 11:30 a.m. Friday, April 12, 2002 at San Antonio De Padua. Pallbearers will be Robert Torres, Manuel Torres, Rick Torres, Edward McGary, Marcos Vargas, Manuel Cabrera Jr., Luis Guzman Jr., and Matthew Hutchinson. Honorary Pallbearers, Pete Torres, and Frank Torres. Burial at Canutillo Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Apr 10 2002

ALDERETE, JULIA
left us Saturday, April 6 2001 to be with her Savior. Born January 1, 1931 to Carlos and Lily Gallegos in Tierra Maria, New Mexico, she came to El Paso as the young bride of Luis Alderete in 1947. She was President of Alderete Agency, Inc. from 1983 until 1995 and was a member of the DAV Auxiliary. She was preceded in death by her cherished husband, Luis Alderete. Surviving family left to mourn her absence from our midst are her 4 children, daughters: Sandra J. Armendariz, Diane Martinez, daughter- in- law Audrey Alderete; sons: Robert Alderete and Carlos R. Alderete. She is also survived by 5 grandchildren: Nicole Martinez, Jennifer Armendariz, Carlos Armendariz, Rachel Alderete and Christopher Chavez. Also surviving are 7 sisters and 3 brothers. All who knew her & will remember her as she was, a beautiful woman, loving mother and friend. She will be missed tremendously. Visitation will be Thursday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home-Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Thursday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Friday at 9:30 a.m. at Mount Carmel Mission. Pallbearers will be Dr. L.A. Candelaria, Jose Juarez, Kevin Ferrini, Sergio Norriega, Peter Navarro Jr. & John Gonzalez. Interment will be in Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive 598-3332.
El Paso Times - Apr 10 2002

MORALES, CARLOS
"Charlie" 16, passed away Saturday, April 6, 2002, a lifelong resident of El Paso. Carlos attended Rusk Elementary, Bassett Middle School and was a student at M. Silva Health Magnet. He was a musician and a writer, having played guitar in a band, Dissolution, and drums in another, Surreal. He was studying to become a psychiatrist and had served in the capacity of Student Council President at Bassett Middle School. He was dedicated to public service, promotion of the arts and to his friends and family. Carlos is survived by his parents, Ricardo and Maria Morales, four brothers, Sergio, Hugo Pavel, Adrian and Edgar Allan Morales, paternal grandmother, Estela Morales and many family members and friends. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 at Restlawn Funeral Home from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. with a rosary at 7:30 p.m. Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, April 11, 2002 at Restlawn Funeral Home at 1:00 p.m. Burial will be private.
El Paso Times - Apr 10 2002

Martinez, Esther P.
88, went peacefully to be with Our Lord, Tuesday, April 09, 2002. Born in Mexico in 1914, she was a resident of El Paso for 50 years, a member of the Catholic Church and member of Bienvivir Senior Citizens Center. Preceded in death by her beloved husband, Refugio Martinez, and by her three sisters and three brothers. Mrs. Martinez is survived by her sisters Juana Archuleta of El Paso and Graciela Elias of Mexico. She is survived by her eight children, Carlos Martinez and wife Emma, of Cloudcroft, N.M., Oscar O. Martinez, of El Paso; Esther Cazares of Chino Hills, CA.; Hilda Martinez of Mission Viejo, CA.; Concepcion Martinez and wife Gloria, of El Paso; Irma I. Molina and husband Luis E. Molina, of El Paso; Gilberto Martinez and wife Teresa of Pomona, CA.; and J.R. Martinez and wife Hilda of El Paso. She is also survived by 25 Grandchildren, 34 Great Grandchildren, 3 Great Great Grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 10, 2002 from 4:00 until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home East with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, April 11, 2002 at San Antonio Catholic Church at 9:30 a.m., with Interment immediately following at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Pallbearers are Gilberto Martinez, Concepcion Martinez, J.R. Martinez, Gustavo Martinez, Ernesto Molina, Gerardo Molina. Honorary Pallbearers are Oscar O. Martinez, Carlos Martinez, Luis E. Molina. Esther will be greatly missed and loved by all who knew her.
El Paso Times - Apr 10 2002

GONZALEZ, JOSE
passed away April 6, 2002. He worked for Wyler Ind. and previously for Honeywell. He was also an Army Veteran. He is survived by his wife Linda, his children Frank Gonzalez, Joe & Rosalinda Gonzalez, Daniel & Lourdes De La O, and his granddaughter Jacquelyn Gonzalez. Viewing will be Wednesday April 10, 2002 4-9 pm with rosary at 7 pm at La Paz Funeral Home 3331 Alameda Ave. Funeral Mass will be held Thursday, April 11, 2002 at 12 noon at Santo Nino de Atocha Church 210 S. Clark Dr. Pallbearers are Joe Gonzalez, Frank Gonzalez, Daniel De La O, Arturo Cardoza, Pedro Castro, Larry Villa, Richard Villa, Alex Villa, Gabriel Acosta, and David Ortiz.
El Paso Times - Apr 10 2002

DABNEY, JAY JUDY,
60, passed away Monday, April 8, 2002. Longtime resident of El Paso, Texas. Lifetime member of Northgate Optimist Club and a veteran of Vietnam conflict. Lifetime member of the V.F.W. Mr. Judy was a member for the Boy Scouts of America for 20 years. Survived by wife, Diane Judy, sons Bradford and wife, Faviola Judy and Timothy and wife, Shannon Judy, grandchildren, Alexis, Makayleb and Alyssa, brothers Stuart, William and Bobby, sisters Patricia, Carol and Dawn. Mr. Judy will lie in state Wednesday, April 10, 2002 from 4:00p.m. until 9:00p.m. at Martin Funeral Home. Rosary Service will be held at 7:30p.m. Wednesday, April 10, 2002 at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be at 1:30p.m. Thursday, April 11, 2002 at St. Michael Center Chapel #1, followed by Burial at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with Military Honors.
El Paso Times - Apr 10 2002

MADRIGAL, AMELIA TREJO
65, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away Friday, April 5, 2002 in a local hospital. She was a lifelong resident of El Paso. Mrs. Madrigal is survived by her children, Judy Moy Madrigal, Edward Trejo and wife Frances, Marge Alyssa Madrigal-Simmons and husband Kurt, Connie and David Trejo. She left behind 4 precious grandchildren, Joshua, Journey, Toni and Edward Jr., Brother, Vincent Trejo. Visitation will be Wednesday at 6 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home-Carolina. Memorial Service will be Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. This beautiful lady will be greatly missed by family and friends. Cremation. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive, 598-3332.
El Paso Times - Apr 10 2002

MARTINEZ, RUBEN
43, beloved son, brother, and uncle entered eternal life on April 5, 2002. Lifelong resident of El Paso. His beloved mother, Maria Celia, preceded him in death on April 5, 1985. Survivors, father, Higinio Martinez of El Paso, brothers Tino Martinez of Calif., Francisco J. Martinez of San Antonio, Gabriel Martinez of El Paso, and sister Bea Westmoreland of Hawaii. Uncles, Aunts, Cousins, nephews: Daniel, Francisco, Alex. Nieces: Ruby, Amy, Kimberly and Crystal. Visitation will be Thursday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home- Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Thursday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Service will be Friday at 10 a.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Cremation services will follow. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive, 598- 3332
El Paso Times - Apr 10 2002

Carlton, Debra Lynn
born on October 5, 1960 in Adel, Georgia at the age 41 went to be with her Jesus on Saturday evening April 6, 2002. She was preceded in death by her brother, James Alan Carlton. She is survived by her two children, Jeremey Adam Barlet, Jeremey is in the US Navy, her daughter, Jamie Lee Barlet of Mertztown, PA., her parents, Ed and Gwen Carlton of El Paso, Texas, her brother and sister-in-law, Eric and Deanna Carlton, their 4 children, Krista, Kalyn, Kody and Kyle of El Paso, Texas. She was an O.R. Nurse for several years. She will be sorely missed by family and friends. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the MS Foundation or a Charity of your choice. Viewing will be from 4 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Thursday, April 11th at the Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, April 12th at Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home Chapel, 8817 Dyer St. with burial immediately following at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Apr 11 2002

FOSTER, IRNA RUTH
83, passed away Monday, April 7, 2002, born in Langdon, New Hampshire. She moved to El Paso in 1951. She was very active at Bethany Christian Church as Church Secretary. She was a Sunday School teacher for 42 years. Irna was preceded in death by her husband Roland E. Foster, brother Louis Ayer. She is survived by sons Maurice R. Foster of Anna, TX and Herbert C. Foster of West Richland, WA and daughters Rosalie R. Robbins of El Paso, TX, Beatrice V. Owen of Seminole, TX and sisters, Nellie Oefelein of El Paso, TX and Pearl Hanneman of Little Rock. Mrs. Foster will lie in state on Friday, April 12, 2002 at Restlawn Funeral Home, 4848 Alps from 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. Graveside Service will be held on Saturday, April 13, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, with Daniel Feltner-Kapornyai and Jeff Foster officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Bethany Christian Church.
El Paso Times - Apr 11 2002

Cutter, Samuel Ohiaokalani
age 90, passed away on Monday, April 8, 2002, at home. Born May 16, 1911, in Honolulu, Hawaii, to Stanley and Minerva Cutter, he was a lifelong member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Following graduation from Honolulu's Punahou School, he worked in his Uncle E.K. Fernandez's carnival. A veteran of the U.S. Army, having served in WWII, Korea, and Vietnam, his awards included the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, four Good Conduct Medals, the National Defense Service Medal, and the Vietnam Campaign Medal. After serving 25 years in the military, he retired to El Paso in 1967. A beloved husband, father, and grandfather, he will be deeply missed by his devoted wife, Hisae, their children Abram (Sandra), Allen (Angela), Mel (Cyndy), and Minerva; and grandsons William, Cameron, and Walker Cutter. He is survived by brothers Stanley, Jr. (Gladys), Abraham (Ruth), and Lemuel (Gwen); sisters, Abbie Duke, Ellen (Don) Poole, and Molly Elliot, cousins Leabert (Florence) Fernandez and Alex Parker; in- laws Bonnie (Ron) Bacher and Ichizo (Eiko) Yamamoto; and many nieces and nephews. His siblings Ruth Rose and Roy Stocking preceded him in death. The family would like to thank the many kind people who helped him throughout his illness; his dear friends Mr. and Mrs. Phil Walker, and the staffs at Hospice of El Paso, Sun City Home Health Care, the VA, and WBAMC-especially Lt. Col. M. Bagg, M.D. Funeral services officiated by Bishop D. Windell will be held on Friday, April 12, at 11:30 a.m. at the Church of JesusChrist of Latter-Day Saints, 5510 Hondo Pass. Visitation will be at the church prior to the funeral services. Internment will be at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with full military honors.
El Paso Times - Apr 11 2002

WILTROUT, JAMES A.
'When we die and leave these bodies, we will have wonderful new bodies in heaven, homes that will be ours forevermore, made for us by God himself, and not by human hands. How weary we grow of our present bodies... We want to slip into our new bodies so that these dying bodies will, as it were, be swallowed by up everlasting life. This is what God has prepared for us and, as a guarantee, he has given his Holy Spirit.' 2 Corinthians 5:1,2,4 and 5. JAMES A. WILTROUT, left us to be with the Lord, Monday, April 8, 2002. Jim was born March 24, 1945 in Fennemore, Wisconsin. He is survived by his loving wife, Cecy; stepchildren, David and Claudette; and beloved grandchildren, Myranda and Anthony. He was a founding chapter member of the first Harley Owners Group of Milwaukee. His lifelong passion for Harley Davidson motorcycles never wavered. Jim will forever be remembered as a loyal friend, loving husband, devoted and caring father and randfather. He was also known to be the best Harley Davidson mechanic in the Southwest. "Papa Bear" will continue to live in our hearts. Visitation will be at 6 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Memorial Service will will be at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive. 598-3332
El Paso Times - Apr 11 2002

Alarcon, Dolores (Lolie Carrillo)
65, Our cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, daughter, aunt and cousin passed from this life to be with Jesus on Monday April 8, 2002 in her home in central El Paso. She was born and raised here and was an active member of Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church. She is preceded in death by her son Ronald Eric Marques, her father Fernando Carrillo, and brothers Rafael Carrillo and Raul Carrillo. She is survived by her husband Oscar (Buddy) Alarcon and 4 children; Susan Dolores Marques (Robert Ingemi) of Boston, MA, James Marques (Tricia) of Yorba Linda, CA, Randy Marques (Debra) of Oklahoma City, OK, Richard Marques (Margaret) of Austin, TX, 11 Grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild and 1 grand-dog, Kenyu. Her mother Eugenia Carrillo and 11 brothers and sisters also survive her. Visitation will be Thursday, April 11th from 3 pm - 9 pm and the Rosary at 7 pm at Hillcrest Funeral Home, 5054 Doniphan Drive with Rick Ontiveros officiating. Funeral mass will be held on Friday, April 12th at 1:30 pm at Our Lady of Assumption with burial at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Pallbearers are: Oscar Alarcon, Gilbert Carrillo, Hector Carrillo, Bobby Rey, James Marques, Randall Marques, Richard Marques, Bobby Ingemi and Honorary Pallbearers, David Carrillo, Michael Marques and Adrian Pinon residing. The family requests that donations, in her memory, be sent to the American Cancer Society (1-800-272-2345) and La Mariposa Hospice at Providence (915-577-7870 ask for Cindy Sanchez or Lynn Gregory). Those who knew her will remember her love for life, family and friends. Her sense of humor was her armor and her strong will was her lance. Her sunrise rose on March 18, 1937 and her sun set on April 8, 2002. We'll miss her morning glow...
El Paso Times - Apr 11 2002

URENA, STEVE ANTHONY
Born in El Paso, Texas, he went to be with the Lord on April 7, 2002, in Orlando, Florida at 22 years of age while in an internship at Walt Disney World. He will be in our hearts forever. He was a junior at the University of Texas at El Paso and was a 1997 Hanks High School graduate. He loved music and played for the Hanks High School Band, and Jazz Band. He also enjoyed writing music & poetry. He was a member of St. Raphael Church, also participated at the Cielo Vista Church. He is survived by his parents Gonzalo and Maria Guadalupe Urena and his sisters Cynthia Anne and Christine Yvette Urena, his aunts, uncles, cousins, and his girlfriend Jessica Hill. He is preceded in death by grandparents, Jesus and Eufracia A. Urena and Jesus and Maria Jesus Mendoza. Pallbearers are Nick Gallentine, Mario Mendoza, Tony Mendoza, Art Urena, Cristobal Urena, Jesus Urena, Jose Luis Urena, and Andy Urena. Family and friends may visit on Thursday, April 11, 2002, from 4-8 p.m. with a Rosary beginning at 7 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home East, 1460 George Dieter Drive. Funeral mass to be held on Friday, April 12, 2002, at 9:30 a.m. at St. Raphael Church, 2301 Zanzibar Drive, El Paso, TX. Interment will follow at Mt. Carmel Catholic Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Apr 11 2002

ALVARADO, ISIDORA
77, passed away on Tuesday April 09, 2002. She was a long time resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. She is survived by her loving brother Francisco Alvarado, and numerous nieces and nephews. She will be greatly missed by family and friends. Visitation will be held on Thursday April 11, 2002 from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm with a rosary service at 7:30 pm at Mt. Carmel Funeral Home Chapel. Mass will be held on Friday April 12, 2002 at 10:30 am at Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are by Mt. Carmel Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - Apr 11 2002

Manuel Granados,
82, passed away Monday, April 8, 2002. Lifetime resident of El Paso, Texas. Manuel "Mel-Flaco" Granados "Tata" was a veteran of WWII received Campaign Medal with 8 Bronze Stars and a Bronze Arrowhead including Good Conduct Medal, retired from the Civil Service at William Beaumont Army Medical Center after 35 years. Survived by wife Elisa Granados, daughters Irene G. Menchaca, Pat Nava and Lucy Henderson, 5 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, 2 sisters, many relatives and friends. Mr. Granados will lie in state Thursday, April 11, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home-Central. Rosary Service will be held at 7:30 p.m. at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held at 9:00 a.m. Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Aaron Gillard, Gerald Gillard, John Martinez, Sonny Morales, David Morales, Larry Marquez, Efrain Murillo, Miguel Ortega, Leo Caraveo and Manuel Rubio Jr. Burial at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with Military Honors.
El Paso Times - Apr 11 2002

JULIA M. McGLONE,
75, passed away Sunday, April 7, 2002. Lifetime resident of El Paso, Texas. Preceded in death by her husband Joe McGlone. Survived by daughters Bertha Pulido, Julia J. McGlone and Mary Anne Shuttleworth, grandchildren Brian Ponce and Joe Munoz, great great grandchildren Madeline Ponce and Brandon Ponce, sisters Angela Noriega and Carmen Delgado. Mrs. McGlone will lie in state Thursday, April 11, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Rosary service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday April 12, 2002 at Post Chapel #2. Funeral mass will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, April 12, 2002 at Post Chapel #2. Burial at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Brian Ponce, Doug Shuttleworth, Eleuterio Gonzalez, Joe Munoz, David Munoz and Lorenzo Noriego.
El Paso Times - Apr 11 2002

PEREZ, BLAS B.
74, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, April 9, 2002. He was born in Genoa, TX. and was a longtime resident of El Paso. Blas was retired from Southwestern Portland Cement Co. Preceded in death by his wife, Bernadina "Cecilia" Perez, and is survived by his sisters, Magdalena Galvan, Irene Andrade, Carmen Femat and Lucy Cordero. Visitation will be Friday, April 12, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with the rosary service at 7:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home-Central Chapel. Funeral mass will be Saturday, April 13, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Interment at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Visit www.mem.com.
El Paso Times - Apr 12 2002

FORD, DORA JANE
83, formerly of El Paso and now a resident of Florida, died Wednesday the Apr 10 2002 after a short illness. Her son and daughter-in-law, Vincent and Karen Ford, 2 grandchildren and several great grandchildren survive her. Her husband Jack preceded her in death. Jane was a beloved mother, grandmother and friend and will be greatly missed. No funeral services are planned in El Paso.
El Paso Times - Apr 12 2002

ELIZABETH EVANS BARNES
"Libby" was born in Talpa, Texas, October 31, 1914. Her father Henry Elbert Evans and her mother Hettie Vincent Evans where ranchers at Talpa, Texas. She received her B.S. Degree from Hardin Simmons University in 1937. She married Thomas G. Barnes in 1938 during his first year on the Faculty of the University of Texas at El Paso. They have four children: Mary K. D'Arcy, El Paso; Elizabeth (Betty) Blackmond, Durango; Thomas H. Barnes, Austin; Dorothy (Dottie) Vinall, San Antonio. They have six grandchildren: Sammy Snoddy, Cherie Engle, & Sean D'Arcy, El Paso; Shane Vinall, Los Angeles; Casie Vinall, San Antonio; Kym Colman, Chicago; and four great grandchildren: Timothy, Matthew and Kate Engle, El Paso and Iain Colman, Chicago. As a member of the First Baptist Church since 1938, she taught a Sunday School class for young children. Volunteering at Columbia West Hospital for many years she helped establish a library for patients and was chosen Volunteer of the Year. She was a Girl Scout leader and a member of the Two Decade Club, the Sewing Club and UTEP Faculty Women's Club where she served as President for a period of time. A ranch girl at heart her true passions were her family and gardening. We will always remember her as a wonderful, joyous gift to us all. The funeral will be held Saturday 11:00 a.m. in the Ford Chapel at First Baptist Church with Dr. Levi Price Jr. officiating.
El Paso Times - Apr 12 2002

Gonzalez, Juan Luis
54, our loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle and grandfather passed away Tuesday, April 9, 2002, at home to be with the Lord. He was a lifetime resident of El Paso, Texas. He is survived by wife Olga Gonzalez, children Daniel and wife Amparro, Veronica G. Martinez and husband Richard, Blanca E., Juan Luis Jr. and wife Jennifer, and 10 grandchildren. He is also survived by his mother Andrea Gonzalez, siblings Lilly G. Ortiz with niece Crystal and Albert Gonzalez with wife Rosa and nephews Humphert and Richard. With close members Alejandrina Gutierrez and Miriam Reza. Visitation is from 4-9 PM Friday at Sunset Funeral Home - East, Chapel of Remembrance with a Rosary recital at 7:30 PM. A Funeral Mass will be said at 12 PM Saturday at St. Raphael Catholic Church, 2301 Zanzibar. Burial will follow at Evergreen East Cemetery. Pallbearers are Daniel Gonzalez, Juan Luis Gonzalez Jr., Richard Martinez, Albert Gonzalez, Jay Vasquez, Rene Saldana, Jack Vanley and Fernie Gonzalez. The family would like to thank the many kind people at Vista Del Sol Dialysis for their time and care, with special thanks to Dr. Cesar Maldonado. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home - East.
El Paso Times - Apr 12 2002

Pumroy, Angela Contreras
In loving memory of Angela Contreras Pumroy, who passed away on April 8, 2002. Ms. Pumroy was a long time resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Ms. Pumroy was preceded in death by her son: Guillermo Alvarez, Sr., and survived by daughter-in-law: Elodia Alvarez, Grandsons: Guillermo Alvarez, Jr., Raul Alvarez and several other grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Visitation will be on Friday, April 12, 2002 from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM with Recitation of the Rosary at 12:00 noon at San Jose Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will be on Friday, April 12, 2002 at 2:00 PM at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Restlawn Memorial Park. Directed by San Jose Funeral Home, 601 V. Virginia St. El Paso, TX 79901 532-1856
El Paso Times - Apr 12 2002

CUMMINGS, HAROLD PIERCE
"Harry" born 7/1/1927, died 4/10/2002. Lived in El Paso 48 years. Retired Postal Supervisor after 35 years. Served in the Navy in World War II. Survived by his wife Joyce, son Larry, daughters Linda, Laura, and Cindy, twelve grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Past President of East El Paso Lions Club and volunteered at Lions for Vision Body to be cremated. Memorial service at Grace Methodist Church at 3:00 pm Saturday 4/13/2002. Funeral arrangements entrusted to La Paz Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - Apr 12 2002

DOMINGUEZ, JOSE JR.,
In loving memory of our "Hero" JOSE DOMINGUEZ JR., who passed away on April 09, 2002. He was preceded in death by his mother Concepcion R. Dominguez. He is survived by his wife Martha Dominguez, children, grandchildren, father, brothers, sisters, relatives and friends. Visitation will be held on Friday, April 12, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home East with a rosary at 7:00 p.m. A funeral mass will be held on Saturday, April 13, 2002 at 9:30 a.m. at Corpus Christi Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. "Grandpa you are our hero! You'll always be in our hearts and minds. You will always stand by our side. We couldn't have asked for a better father. We'll love you always and forever." Ashley, Ricky, Rene, Eric, Jasmine and Katie.
El Paso Times - Apr 12 2002

BENNETT, HARRY F.
82, beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away Tuesday, April 9, 2002. Born in Sayre, Pennsylvania, he had resided in El Paso since 1955. He served our Country as a Master Sgt. during World War II and later retired from W.S.M.R. as an outside Plant Engineer. He was also a member of the Telephone Pioneers of America and Texas Engineers. Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 60 years, Helen Bennett, son John and wife Patricia of Honor, Michigan, daughter Diane and husband Raymond Smith of El Paso, 9 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren and 1 great, great grandchild. Visitation will be from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Saturday at Sunset Funeral Home - East, Chapel of Peace. A funeral service will be said at 3:30 p.m. followed by military honors. Interment will be private. He was preceded in death by his parents John and Mary Bennett, and brothers, Wilbert and Paul Bennett. He was also a life member of the Disabled American Veterans. Services entrusted to SUNSET FUNERAL HOME-EAST.
El Paso Times - Apr 12 2002

AGUILAR, IRMA MELINDA
42, passed away Wednesday, April 10, 2002 in El Paso. She was a lifelong resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Miss Aguilar was a teacher for El Paso Community College. She is survived by her parents Fernando Aguilar of Westminster, Texas and Amelia S. Aguilar. Sister, Sylvia Shiloff. Grandmother, Esther Sandoval. Half-brother, Ernest Aguilar. Nephews, Saunders Shiloff and Forrest Shiloff both of Santa Fe, New Mexico. Aunts, Elisa Guillette, Connie Albert and Cecilia Mansour. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and uncles. Visitation will be Friday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Friday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Saturday at 8:30 a.m. at St. Patrick Cathedral. Pallbearers will be Robert Gonzalez, Ross Guillette, Don Mansour, Joseph Rey, Bill Albert and Bryan Shiloff. Honorary Pallbearers will be Gilbert Silva, David Meinik, Kurt Williams and Ruben Rodarte. Interment will be in Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive. 598-3332
El Paso Times - Apr 12 2002

ARAUJO, GUADALUPE ANA
64, passed away Monday, April 8, 2002 in Las Vegas, Nevada. She was a lifelong resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Araujo was a graduate of El Paso High School Class of 1957. She was a Auxiliary Member of American Legion Post 36, Deane Hawkins Marine Corps and Associate Member of VVA Chapter 574. She was also a volunteer worker for the VA Clinic. Mrs. Araujo was preceded in death by mother, Eloisa Valadez, sister, Elvia Erickson, and brother, Manuel Valadez. She is survived by her husband Eduardo Araujo. Son, Eduardo Araujo, II. Daughter, Luana Araujo Lester. Grandchild, Adrian Galindo. Brother, Ricardo Valadez. Visitation will be Sunday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Doniphan. Recitation of the Rosary will be Sunday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Monday at 9:45 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Eduardo Araujo II, Adrian Galindo, John Lester, Richard Valadez, Armando Marquez and Manuel Valadez Jr. Interment will be in Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME - DONIPHAN. 5054 DONIPHAN DR. 587-0202
El Paso Times - Apr 13 2002

CARRILLO, MARIA ENEDINA
72, passed away Wednesday, April 10, 2002 in a local hospital. She was a lifelong resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Carrillo was preceded in death by her brother Humberto Acosta and sister Delfina Palomar. She is survived by her husband Eugenio Carrillo. Sons, Peter Carrillo and Eugenio Carrillo, Jr. Daughter, Alma Rosa Soto. Grandchildren, Nathan E. Carrillo and Erika Mills. Great Grandchildren, Armando N. Carrillo and Shannon E. Mills. Brothers, Hector Acosta and Federico Acosta. Half-Brothers, Jose Acosta, Jesus Acosta and Cesar Acosta. Visitation will be Sunday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Sunday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Monday at 9 a.m. at San Jose Mission. Members of the family will serve as pallbearers. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME - CAROLINA. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598-3332
El Paso Times - Apr 13 2002

PENA, FERNANDO
"Ferny" 61, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, April 9, 2002. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso, graduate of Bowie High School Class of 1958, graduate of Texas Western University and was a member of the Catholic Church. Fernando was a retired Civil Service employee with over 27 years of service. He served his country as a Lieutenant in the U.S. Army. Ferny was a past member of the Rhythm Heirs Band in the 1950's and was a member of the Sun City Band. He is survived by his wife of 21 years, Frances V. Pena; sons, Richard Fernando Pena and Cesar Rafael Pena; daughters, Lisa Annette Schmidt and Danielle Elizabeth Brondo; grandchhildren Jasmine, Heather, Jonah and Christian and brother, Roberto Manuel Pena. Visitation will be Sunday, April 14, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with the Rosary service at 7:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home Central Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Monday, April 15, 2002 at 12:00 noon at St. Patrick's Cathedral. Interment at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with Military Honors. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 233 E. Mesa Hills Drive, El Paso, TX 79912 in "Ferny's" Memory. Visit www.mem.com.
El Paso Times - Apr 14 2002

BALIBRERA, MICHAEL ANTHONY
born May 19, 2000, passed away on Thursday, April 11, 2002. Beloved son of Michael and Irene Balibrera; also survived by his paternal grandparents, Robert and Esther Armendariz; maternal grandparents, Luis (Tata) and Queta Cordova. Paternal grandfather, Miguel Angel Balibrera; paternal great grandmother, Rosa "Chita" Echegoyen; maternal great grandmother, Eduviges Cordova and his brother, Justin Balibrera. He is also survived by uncles, Louis, Oscar and Omar Cordova, Al Balibrera, Adrian Armendariz, Rick Soler, Mario Balibrera of San Francisco, CA. Aunts Rebecca Armendariz, Angel Bayangos, Gina and Julia Balibrera of San Francisco, CA; and cousin Robby Balibrera. He is loved by by all of his great aunts and uncles. Visitation will be held on Sunday, April 14, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home East. A funeral service will be held Monday, April 15, 2002 at 9:00 a.m. at Cielo Vista Church, 3583 Lee Trevino. Burial will follow at Evergreen East Cemetery. Pallbearers are Luis Cordova, Robert Armendariz, Louis, Oscar and Omar Cordova, Al Balibrera, Adrian Armendariz and Rick Soler.
El Paso Times - Apr 14 2002

FRANCO, Sister BERTHA CCVI,
53, Springfield, passed away at 2:00 p.m. Friday April 12, 2002 in her home. She was born October 19, 1948 in El Paso, Texas, the daughter of Antonio and Cecilia Franco. Her profession of vows was on August 15, 1969 in Congregation of the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, TX. Her community was from the Province of San Antonio and she served nine years as vocation director for her community and was chairperson for the Hispanic/Latino committee for the National Religious Vocation Conference. She held degrees in Education and Counseling and her Master's degree was in Religious Studies from the University of Incarnate Word, San Antonio, Texas; and a certificate in Spirituality/Retreat Ministry from Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington. She belonged to the International Association of Spiritual Directors and has served on several boards. She worked with the sisters of her community in Mexico and Peru, assisting in the liturgy and formation programs. Sr. Bertha came to Springfield from St. Louis, in 1997. She has continued her work here, helping to setup vocation committees in parishes, continuing Life-Quest, Project Miryam for young women and in the promotion of hispanic vocations, working with Bishop Leibrecht and Sr. Sandra. She served in the Diocese of Springfield-Cape Girardeau and the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word. Sr. Bertha is survived by her parents, Antonio and Cecilia Franco, El Paso, TX, and her four sisters Frances Rivera, Grace Aldaco, Katy Rodriguez, and Martha Vega, all of El Paso and her brother, Antonio Franco III, San Antonio, TX, 8 nieces, 5 nephews, 3 grand nieces & 1 grand nephew. Funeral Services are being held in Springfield & St. Louis, MO. Interment will be in Incarnate Word Cemetery, Belnor, MO in St. Louis County. Arrangements are under the care of Herman H. Lohmeyer Funeral Home, 500 E. Walnut, Springfield. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Missouri Ministries of the Sisters of Charities of the Incarnate Word, P.O. Box 15378, San Antonio, TX 78212 or to New Hope GYN Cancer Support 1914 Fremont Hills Drive Nixa, MO 65714.
El Paso Times - Apr 14 2002

FITZGERALD, MR. TIMOTHY
46, beloved husband and loving father to Brittany went to be with God, Thursday, April 11, 2002. He was a resident of El Paso for 27 years and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Fitzgerald was a motor repair manager for Chuck's Electric Motors. He was preceded in death by his father-in-law and mother-in-law; Robert and Ida Collins. Mr. Fitzgerald is survived by his loving wife, Susan M. Fitzgerald. Daughter, Brittany M. Fitzgerald. Parents, Donald Fitzgerald and Carol Jean Goodman. Brothers, Thomas Leo, Keith Goodman, Kevin Goodman and Bob Goodman. Sisters, Cindy Baker and Lisa Goodman. Visitation will be Tuesday from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. at San Antonio Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Mario Collins, Tony Estrada, Ivan Serrano, Bill Murray, Danny Flores and Joe Franco. Honorary Pallbearers will be Billy Murray and David Broom. Tom was always there and put others needs before his own. Interment will be in Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive. 598-3332.
El Paso Times - Apr 14 2002

AYRES, WILLIAM
"Bill" 85, passed away on Friday April 12, 2002. Bill was a resident of El Paso and Chaparral for forty years. He retired from the U.S. Army after twenty-two years of service as a MSG., Veteran of WWII and Korea. He is preceded in death by his wife; Nickie Ayres, and is survived by his children; Doug and wife Michele Ayres, Debbie and husband Phillip Cordova, Barbara and husband David Bennett, granddaughters; Heather Ayres, Renee Bennett, and one sister; Louise Mc Cormick. Visitation will be Tuesday, April 16, 2002 from 9:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home Chapel, 8817 Dyer St. with Funeral Service following at 10:00 a.m. with Chaplain Drake officiating, interment at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with Military Honors.
El Paso Times - Apr 15 2002

BALLOR, JEFFREY D.
45, of The Colony passed away Fri. April 12, 2002 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Services will be held 10 A.M. Thurs. April 18th at Holy Cross Catholic Church in The Colony conducted by Father Xuereb Publius with interment in Ridgeview West in Frisco under the direction of Cantrell Funeral Home-Frisco. Mr. Ballor was born March 8, 1957 in Lansing, Michigan, the son of Charles D. and Betty Lee Ballor. He married Rebecca Baca July 30, 1983 in Meridian, Mississppi. He worked as an assistant coordinator for Craftmade International. Surviving: wife: Rebecca Ballor-The Colony, TX. Sons: Jeffrey Darrell Ballor, Jr.-The Colony, TX, Joseph Michael Ballor-The Colony, TX. Parents: Charles and Betty Ballor-Meridian, Mississippi. Brothers: Steven Ballor-Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Mark Ballor, Meridian, Mississippi. Sister: Kathy Dodd-Meridian, Mississippi. Numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Heart Association 1615 N. Stemmons Frwy. Dallas, TX 75207. Family visitation from 7-8 P.M. Wednesday night at the funeral home. Arrangements by Cantrell Funeral Home, Frisco, Texas (972) 335-2444.
El Paso Times - Apr 15 2002

MEDRANO, ELISA
86, passed away Friday, April 12, 2002 in a local hospital. She attended the Sisters of the Good Shepherd and was active with a local post of the VFW. Preceded in death by son Carlos Arenas, daughter Irma Dominguez, sisters Enriqueta, Carlota, and Enedina Menchaca, and brother Paul Menchaca. Survived by son Victor Medrano; 15 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; 4 great great grandchildren; brother Marcos Menchaca; and sister Rose Menchaca. Mrs. Medrano will lie in state Monday, April 15, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Rosary service will be held at 7:00 p.m., Monday at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass times pending for Tuesday, April 16, 2002 at Mount Carmel Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Richard Dominguez, Carlos Arenas, Michael Medrano, Tony Orozco, Art Orozco, Anna Dominguez, Joe Medrano and Ernie Dominguez. Burial at Mount Carmel Cemetery. Elisa will be greatly missed by all her family members from son to great great grandchildren and friends.
El Paso Times - Apr 15 2002

PONCE-M, ANA MARIA
47, passed away Thursday, April 11, 2002 at Las Cruces, New Mexico. She was a lifelong resident of El Paso and a Member of the catholic church Mrs. Ponce was preceded in death by her parents Manuel Elias and Juanita Ponce And brother Manuel Ponce Jr. She is survived by her husband George H. Mitchell, Sons Erick James & Randy Ponce Daughter Noemi Ponce Tovar & Husband David Granddaughter Mackenzie Lynn Tovar; Brothers Ramon Ponce & wife Sylvia & Jose Luis Ponce; Sister San Juanita Ponce and Husband Adalberto Aviles; Aunts Ramona and Carmen Moreno. Several Uncles, Aunts, nephews & Nieces. Visitation will be Monday from 6-8 pm. With rosary at 7:p.m. at El Paso Mission Chapel Mass will be Tuesday at 10:am. At Sacred Heart Church. Arrangements by El Paso Mission Funeral Home Inc.
El Paso Times - Apr 15 2002

SAENZ, CARLOS FILIBERTO
65, passed away on April 13, 2002. He was a retired GY.SGT. from the U.S. Marine Corps. Mr. Saenz is preceded in death by his brother, Rafael Carrasco. He is survived by his parents, Rafael and Rosa Saenz and his wife, Rosa O. Saenz. He is also survived by his sons, Victor and his wife Allison Saenz, Rudy and his wife Grace Rico. Daughters, Sylvia Rico, Rosie Rico, Yvette Rico and her husband David Martinez. Brothers, Edmundo and his wife Carolina Carrasco, Daniel and is wife Margarita Acosta, Humberto and his wife Bertha Quinones, Sister, Magdalena and her husband Manuel Hernandez, and grandchildren; Delilah Michelle Rojas, David and Matthew Rico, David, Austen and Dallis Martinez, Mirando Rose Moreno, Victoria and Alexander Saenz and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will include, Victor Saenz , Daniel Acosta, Humberto Quinones, Robert Bagley, Gilbert Oliver, and Manuel Hernandez. Honorary Pallbearers will include, Edmundo Carrasco, Delilah Michelle Rojas, Rudy Rico and David Martinez. Visitation will be held, Monday, April 15, 2002, 5 to 9 P.M. with a rosary at 7 P.M. at Sunset Funreal Home-West, Chapel of Remembrance. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 9:30 A.M., Tuesday, April 16, 2002 at St. Patrick's Cathedral. Interment will follow at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with full military honors. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-West.
El Paso Times - Apr 15 2002

MONTES, LUIS
"LOUIE" entered eternal rest on Saturday, April 13, 2002 in his home. He was born January 12, 1922 in San Elizario, Texas, to Jose Jesus and Romanita Montes, a pioneer family of San Elizario. He was a life long resident of El Paso, and a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Montes was a T/Sgt in the United States Army during World War II, he was assigned to Company, B, 71st Infantry Regiment, 44 Div. He served in Eastern France, Germany, and Austria as a squad leader in a rifle company. He led his men in an outstanding manner with excellent leadership and sound judgment under hostile fire. His courage and devotion earned him the Bronze Star Medal, WWII Victory Ribbon, American Theater Ribbon, EAME Theater Ribbon with three Bronze Service Stars, and Good Conduct Medal. Mr. Montes was preceded in death by his parents, Jose Jesus and Romanita Montes, brothers Manuel Montes, Francisco Montes, Conrado Montes, Antonio Montes, and one sister Aurora M. Lara. He is survived by his loving daughters Maria Teresa (Terry) Martinez, and Roberta (Bobbi) Laguna. Sons, Ruben Montes, Luis Montes and Michael Norris. Brothers Jose Jesus Montes II, Maximo Montes, Carlos Montes, and Oscar Montes. Sister, Maria Teresa Maldonado. Twelve grandchildren, twenty-five great grandchildren, and many nephews and nieces. Rosary will be at 11 am at La Paz Funeral Home on Wednesday April 17 and mass services will be on Wednesday 4/17 at Guardian Angel Catholic Church at 12:30 PM, 3021 Frutas. Burial will follow at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with Military Honors. I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us. ROMANS 8:18
El Paso Times - Apr 16 2002

JENSEN, GREGORY MARTIN
(58), passed away April 13, 2002. Born in Los Angeles, California on March 28, 1944 to the late Orville and the Late Florance Jensen. He retired from the US Army after 23 years of service. He is survived by his loving wife Marilyn, sons Shawn Jensen (El Paso), Cory Jensen (Houston) and daughter Michelle Latham and son in law Jeff Latham (Austin). Grandchildren Chris and Heather Jensen and Rebecca and Sammy Latham. Brothers Cliff and wife Jane (NY), Stu and wife Joanne (NY) and Jeff and wife KC (Korea). Visitation will be on Tuesday, April 16, 2002 from 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home N.E. located at 4631 Hondo Pass. Funeral service will be held at Sunset Funeral Home- N.E. at 9:00 am on Wednesday, April 17, 2002. Interment will follow at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with full Military Honors.
El Paso Times - Apr 16 2002

OCHOA, JOSE LUIS JR.,
24, went to be with our Lord on Friday, April 12, 2002. Jose was a longtime resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. He served his country proudly while he served in the U.S. Army. Jose was a field technician for Sprint P.C.S. He is survived by his wife, Yvonne Ochoa; parents, Jose Luis and Margarita Ochoa; brother, Abraham Ochoa and sister, Christina Nereida Ochoa; father and mother-in-law Alfredo and Guadalupe Carmona and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Tuesday, April 16, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with the rosary service at 6:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home Central Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Wednesday, April 17, 2002 at 9:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Interment at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with Military Honors.
El Paso Times - Apr 16 2002

PASSERO, VIOLA T.
86, passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2002. She had been a resident of El Paso since 1937. Mrs. Passero was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was the past President of The Hotel Dieu Auxiliary. Mrs. Passero was a member of the Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her brothers Rudy Travali and Joseph Travali. She is survived by her beloved husband A.S. (Tony) Passero of El Paso, Texas; sons John R. Passero and wife Nelda C. of The Woodlands, Texas and Walter G. Passero and wife Lynne A. of El Paso, Texas; Grandchildren, John R. Passero Jr., Toni J. Leake, Chris S. Passero, Zach Passero, Lauren P. Passero, Tess Passero; Great grandchildren Kelsey Passero, Aaron Leake, John K. Passero and Chloe Leake; niece Susan Halley from Massapequa, Long Island, New York; brothers Richard Travali of New York and John Travali of New Jersey. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 16, 2002 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home West. Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, April 17, 2002 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Mathew Catholic Church with Fr. Edward Justin officiating. Pallbearers will be her Grandsons. Interment will follow at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Arthritis Foundation 124 Alvardo S. East. Albuquerque, New Mexico 87108, (505) 265-1545.
El Paso Times - Apr 16 2002

COUGHLIN, BERTHA
99, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away Sunday, April 14, 2002. She had been a resident of El Paso since 1957. Mrs. Coughlin was preceded in death by her husband J.J. Coughlin, brother Thomas Bleauvelt and her grandson Archie H. McDaniel, Jr. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law Marshall and Alice Coughlin of Anthony, NM and her daughter Doris McDaniel of El Paso, TX, six grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren and eight great great grandchildren. Interment will be held in Lordsburg, NM at a later date. Arrangements by Martin Funeral Home Montana.
El Paso Times - Apr 16 2002

PURVIN, LLOYD Z.
LTC, US Army Retired, 83, passed away Monday April 15, 2002. He had been a resident of El Paso for 42 years and was a member of Temple Mt. Sinai, Retired Officer's Association, Jewish War Veterans and was a lifetime member of the National Rifle Association. Survivors include his wife Alice T. Purvin of El Paso; daughters, Ronnie Fox of El Paso, Carol Evanson of Encino, CA; son, Jonathan Purvin of El Paso, sister, Betty Schad of Laguna Hills, CA; 9 grandchildren & one great grandson. Graveside Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with Military Honors. Rabbi Kenneth Weiss officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to your favorite charity.
El Paso Times - Apr 16 2002

BOYD, BOBBY E.
61, passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2002. Mr. Boyd was a long time resident of Berino, New Mexico. Mr. Boyd devoted his life's work to the farming business in Berino. He is survived by his brothers Tom Boyd and his wife, Bernice from Las Cruces, New Mexico and Jimmy Boyd and his wife, Katy from Berino, New Mexico. He is also survived by three nieces and one nephew. Visitation will be on Wednesday, April 17, 2002 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home West. Graveside Service will be held on Thursday, April 18, 2002, at 10:00 a.m. at Restlawn Memorial Park with Pastor Don Ciesielski officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Diabetes Association of El Paso, 233 East Yandell Drive, 79901.
El Paso Times - Apr 17 2002

NIETO, RAMON JR.
"Winky", 40, beloved son, brother and uncle left to be with our Lord on Monday, April 8, 2002. "Ray" was a very kind, loving, compassionate, caring and outgoing young man who was greatly loved and admired by others. His kind, compassionate, and loving side of him was a good example of Our Lord's Commandments as he never judged others and only focused on the positive side of others. "Praise God, Dear Brother, the Kingdom of God is Yours!" Ray is survived by his parents, Ramon Nieto, Sr. and Teresa D. Nieto, his sister Irma and brother Robert, and the greatest niece and nephew in the whole wide world, Kristin and Robert Ray Nieto, several uncles, aunts and cousins. Private services were held. Pallbearers will be Robert Nieto, Benjamin Ontiveros Sr., Benjamin Ontiveros, Jr., Jessie Ontiveros, Jimmy Nieto, Jack Stewart, Ernie Delgado, Henry Delgado.
El Paso Times - Apr 17 2002

Medrano, Michael Sr.,
"Big Mike" 36, beloved son, brother, father and friend went home to be with our Lord, Sunday, April 14, 2002. Michael was a longtime resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Michael is survived by his precious son Michael Medrano, Jr., wife Belinda Sanchez and two step - children Aaron Venegas and Alyson Venegas; parents Jesus and Estela Medrano, brothers: Arthur Medrano (Susana), Gabriel Medrano, Frank Medrano and Paul Medrano, sister: Naomi M. Ramirez (George). Nieces and Nephews: Tanya, Joey, Isaac, Crystal, Karissa, Sevian and Sofia. "Big Mike" was a kind and gentle man whose life was enjoyed by all who knew him and were part of his life. His accomplishments and generosity will continue to live in our hearts forever. Visitation will be Wednesday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be Thursday at 12:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Arthur Medrano, Gabriel Medrano, Frank Medrano, Paul Medrano, Manny Dixon, Ed Ramirez, Efren Payan and Richard Castanon. Honorary pallbearers will be Gilbert Medrano and Gino Chavira. Love is the only thing that we can carry when we go, go to your father in peace "Big Mike" for you are so greatly loved by all. Interment will be in Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive 598-3332
El Paso Times - Apr 17 2002

RUBLE, REVEREND FATHER E. HUBERT
89, entered into eternal rest on Friday, April 12, 2002 at 8:45 a.m. at a local hospital. Born June 9, 1912 to Mary Catherine Walters (deceased) (1963) and Frederick Homer Ruble (deceased) (1953) in Mooreland, OK. 22 years and 6 months in the United States Army serving his country during World War II, Korean Conflict, and Vietnam receiving qualified Sharpshooter U.S. Army Rifle M. 1903, expert U.S. Army Rifle M-1, Sharpshooter U.S. Army M-45, qualified by Field Range Firing of U.S. Army Automatic Weapon Rifle Bar; U.S. Army Machine Gun .30 caliber and .50 caliber and U.S. Army Major 60 mm. Qualified first aid technician (Red Cross certified), qualified Chemical Warfare Specialist and Emergency Demolition Specialist. Received Good Conduct Medal with 2 Silver Knots, American Defense Theater, Army Reserve Medal, Southwest Pacific Theater Service Ribbon; WWII Victory Medal. Upon his retirement on February 6, 1971 he attended the University of Texas at El Paso and ultimately received two Masters Degrees in Philosophy and Sociology from 1972 to 1980. Upon receiving his degrees he became a Cannon 8 priest in the Episcopal Church serving The Trans Pecos Region in Van Horn and Horizon City, Texas. He then became an Associate Priest at Saint Alban's Episcopal Church in El Paso. Reverend Ruble's achievements also included Ltc. Civil Air Patrol as the Chaplain for Group 16 Texas Wing. He also was a 66 year, 32nd Degree Mason and Scottish Rite Shriner of Mooreland, OK and El Paso Scottish Rite Bodies and El Maida Temple. Other noted Fraternal Organizations were Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion, Disabled American Veteran, Fraternal Order of Eagles, Loyal Order of The Moose and Lions Club. He was committee member of Precinct 68 in El Paso. He is survived by his present wife of 10 years Mrs. Helen (Townsend) Ruble. A sister Ms. Justine Brown of El Reno, OK. A son OSI (SW), Bruce Frank Ruble, (USN) (Ret) and wife Diana (Ingram, TX), stepdaughter Ms. Lea Rea Hugo (El Paso) and stepson Mr. L. Grant Rogers (Organ, NM), six grandchildren Mr. Leslie D. Hugo and wife Donna (El Paso), Ms. La Nell Amparan and husband Mike (El Paso). Mr. Glenn R. Hugo Jr. (Houston), Mr. David Gardner and wife Kim (Sandia, TX), Ms. Ronda Aycock (Borne, TX) and Miss Melissa Ann Ruble (student at Sul Ross State University Alpine, TX). Great grandchildren Dalton and Dillon Hugo (El Paso), Kira Crider (El Paso), Ty David Gardner (Sandia, TX), Madison and Brandon Aycock (Borne, TX). Funeral arrangements are being made at Martin Funeral Home Central with viewing at Saint Alban's Episcopal Church, 1810 Elm St. in El Paso on Wednesday, April 17, 2002 from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Funeral Mass 11:00 a.m. Thursday, April 18, 2002 at Saint Alban's Episcopal Church. In lieu of flowers please make donations or contributions to The Episcopal Bishops Ministries or other charities deemed appropriate.
El Paso Times - Apr 17 2002

RODRIGUEZ, ROSA MARIA "ROSIE"
46, beloved wife and mother, went to be with God, April 14, 2002. Lifelong resident of El Paso, Texas. Graduate of Austin High School, Class of 1975. She was a devoted hardworking employee of Providence Hospital for 16 years. Rosie is survived by her husband, Jesse P. Rodriguez, children, Michelle, Jesse Jr., Steven and Janelle. Parents, Jose J. and Rosa Maria Parra. Brothers, Javier, Mario and Victor Parra. Sister, Carmen Parra. She also leaves behind in-laws, cousins, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and many friends, whom her family would like to thank for their support and compassion. The Rodriguez/Parra family would also like to thank the wonderful people at Providence and Mariposa Hospice. Our hearts are deeply saddened, but we thank God to have had her in our lives. She will always be in our hearts. Visitation will be on Wednesday, April 17, 2002 at Sunset Funeral Home - N.E. located at 4631 Hondo Pass in El Paso. Rosary will be on Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the funeral home chapel. Mass will be Thursday, April 18, 2002 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Patricks Cathedral. Father Richard A. Matty will officiate. Pallbearers will be, Jesse Rodriguez Jr., Steven Rodriguez, Javier Parra, Mario Parra, Victor Parra, Brandon Gutierrez, Larry Rodriguez and George Rodriguez. Honorary Pallbearers will be, Joe Rodriguez and John Rodriguez.
El Paso Times - Apr 17 2002

NICHOLSON, ALKIE
passed away Tuesday, April 16, 2002. Arrangements are pending with Martin Funeral Home (Central). 566-3955
El Paso Times - Apr 17 2002

LANEAVE, AUBREY
80, passed away Sunday, April 14, 2002. He was a longtime resident of El Paso. Mr. Laneave served 27 years in the U.S. Army, Veteran of WWII, Korean Conflict and Vietnam War, and received numerous citations and medals, Presidential Citation-Combat American Division on Guadalcanal, member of The Disabled American Veterans. Survivors include his wife, Mary L. Laneave; daughters & sons-in-law, Joyce McBrayer (Michael), Judy Dumond (Robert), Cindy Rahimian (Kamran), sons & daughter-in-law Dennis Laneave & Robert Laneave (lailoma); sisters Joyce Cole & Pat Laneave; brother Paul Wayne Laneave; 11 grandchildren. Visitation will be 2-9 p.m. Thursday with Rosary Services at 7:00 p.m. at Harding Orr & McDaniel Chapel, 320 Montana Avenue. Funeral Mass will be held Friday at 12:45 p.m. at Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church with Fr. Richard Weiss officiating. Interment to follow at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with Full Military Honors. Pallbearers, Christopher Apodaca, Hector Santiago, Jr., Kamran Rahimian, Michael McBrayer, Michael Garcia, Carlos Solis; Honorary Pallbearers, Manny Garcia, Eddie Garcia, Billy Bridges, Hector Santiago, Sr., Armando Solis, Jr.
El Paso Times - Apr 17 2002

SPENCER, KENNETH MARTIN
66, passed away April 11, 2002. Born in Springfield, Mass. on December 28, 1935 to Kenneth Martin Sr. and Ruth Spencer. He retired from the U.S. Army as a Sergeant First Class after 21 years of service. He is survived by his loving wife Maria Elena Spencer, sons, Donald Ridgeway Jr., and Kenneth Spencer III, daughters, Maria Elena Ridgeway, Paula Matos, Christine Barto, Michelle Lee Ridgeway and Carolee Jane Russell, 16 grandchildren, brothers, Warne, Wayne and Nele Spencer and sister, Barbara Fluette. Visitation will be on Thursday, April 18, 2002. Rosary will be Thursday at 7 p.m. Funeral Service will be at 9:30 Friday, April 19, 2002. All services will be at Sunset Funeral Home - N.E. Chapel located at 4631 Hondo Pass. Father Luis will officiate. Interment will follow at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with Full Military Honors. Pallbearers will be, Erik Bernal, Jeremy Barto, Stewart Matos, Omar Banderas, Arturo Tarin and Alberto Ramirez.
El Paso Times - Apr 17 2002

FERRELL, MARY A.
peacefully passed away at home on Sunday, April 14, 2002. She was predeceased by her loving parents, Salim and Najla Ayoub, her brother Jamiel Ayoub and three of her sisters, Jeanie Emmett, Josephine Chagra and Victoria Tourk. She is survived by her brother Lee S. Ayoub, her sister, Rosaline Boden; her three children Sharon Lee Ferrell - Rios, David J. Ferrell, Sr., Victoria Gutierrez; her nine grandchildren, David J. Ferrell, Jr., Rossana L. Narvaez, Wendy L. Ferrell, Kristin M. Ferrell-Zavala, Victoria S. Gutierrez, Daniel J. Ferrell, John C. Gutierrez, Melany M. Gutierrez & Bryan P. Ferrell; her four great-grandchildren Aaron J. Ferrell, Sophia A. Narvaez, Allegra D. Narvaez & Lauren E. Ferrell; and numerous nieces and nephews. A viewing will be held at 10:15-11:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 18, 2002 at Harding-Orr & McDaniel Funeral Home at 320 Montana Ave. A commemoration service will immediately follow at 11:00 a.m.
El Paso Times - Apr 17 2002

ERNESTO, AGUIRRE LUIS
83, passed away Sunday, April 14, 2002, in El Paso, Texas. He was a long time resident of El Paso and a member of the Faith United Methodist Church. He graduated from El Paso High School in 1936, from Texas Western College of Mines in 1952, with a Master's Degree and finished his post graduate work at U.C.L.A. in California. He is survived by his daughters, Yvette Najera and Marcia Omar and their respective husbands Joe and Burt, granddaughters, Heather Laky, Elaine Najera, Misty Omar, Sommer Omar, and great-grandchildren, Hannah Bigham, Ilona Laky, James Laky and Danielle Laky. Funeral services will be held Friday, April 19, 2002 at 1:00 p.m. at Faith United Methodist Church, 3500 Pershing Ave. Interment is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Arrangements by La Paz Funeral Home, 3331 Alameda Ave. in El Paso.
El Paso Times - Apr 17 2002

Padilla, Alexander
59 years old, went to be with the Lord on April 11, 2002. He worked at Kelly AFB until closure, and was employed with Standard Aero Corporation (Kelly USA). An avid bicyclist, Alex competed in many city, state and national cycling events. Born in El Paso, TX, he is preceded by the late Ida Padilla Herrera (sister) and Elizario Padilla (father). Alex is survived by his wife, Rosie L. Canamar Padilla; daughter, Alexis Rose; son, David Alexander; mother, Isabel Padilla; and Padilla and Canamar family members. Our beloved husband, father, son and fellow bicyclist will be dearly missed by all. Services were held at Mission Park Funeral Chapels North on Tuesday. Rosary was led by Fr. Eddie Bernal. A Catholic Mass was celebrated by Pastor Fr. Carlos Velazquez at St. John Berchman Catholic Church. The interment followed at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio.
El Paso Times - Apr 17 2002

DEL REAL, MARIA A.
72, passed away on Tuesday April 16, 2002. She was a longtime resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Del Real is survived by her husband Miguel L. Jimenez, sons Juan Ignacio Quintero, Jose Jimenez, and daughters Paula Rosales, Rosario Donacio, and Leticia Del Real. Other survivors include seventeen grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren, and brothers Jesus M. Del Real, and Jose G. Del Real. Visitation will be held on Wednesday April 17, 2002 from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm with a rosary at 7:00 pm at Mt. Carmel Funeral Home Chapel. Mass will be held on Thursday April 18, 2002 at 10:00 am at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements are by Mt. Carmel Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - Apr 17 2002

Guidry, Lillian Mary (Ordoyne)
went home Monday, April 15, 2002. Born in St. James Parish, Louisiana, August 8, 1909, she lived in El Paso since 1934. She is survived by her son, Robert, daughters Mrs. Judy Camie and Mrs. Joan Amoriello, sons-in-law, Gary Camie and Angelo Amoriello, and ten grandchildren. They are: Morgan Guidry (Tamara), Ron Soper, Morris Guidry, Brook Guidry, Kuria Galin (Chirs), David Camie, Regina Horst (Taylor), Christa Horst (Jimmy), Jennifer Guidry, and Jeremy Guidry. She is also survived by eight great-grandchildren: Kenneth Camie, Morgan X. Guidry, Justin Woosley, Jarett Woosley, Caitlin Horst, Corey White, Evan Horst, and Camryn Horst. She is also survived by two sisters, Mrs. Ada Mae Cantrelle and Mrs. Mattie Schouest and one brother-in-law, Jack Cantrelle and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Morris Charles, her daughter - in - law Marty Cheryl Guidry, her brothers Patrick and Joseph Ordoyne, and her sister, Mrs. Pansy Roundtree. Visitation will be on Wednesday, April 17, 2002 from 4 pm until 9 pm at Sunset Funeral Home - N.E. located at 4631 Hondo Pass. Rosary will also be on Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Mass will be at 12:30 p.m. Thursday, April 18, 2002 at St. Joseph Catholic Church located at Travis and Hueco. Burial will follow at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Apr 17 2002

BROOKS, PHYLLIS L.
64, passed away Wednesday, April 17, 2002. She is survived by her husband, James E. Brooks and her children, James E. R., Melody and Joseph S. Brooks; brother, Robert Sculz. A private burial will be in Fort Donaldson National Cemetery in Tennessee.
El Paso Times - Apr 18 2002

Adamson, Judy (Betty June) Simpson
born June 7, 1924 in London Ontario, Canada. Married Paul E. Simpson in June 1945. A longtime resident of El Paso and a member of Trinity Presbyterian Church, she was an avid Bible Student and member of Church Women United. She died of cancer on April 16, leaving her husband, two daughters, Gail and Martha and a brother, Ray Adamson. A Memorial Service, as part of regular worship at Trinity Presbyterian Church will be held on Sunday, April 28, 2002 at 3:00 p.m. Any donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.
El Paso Times - Apr 18 2002

CARMEN B. HERNANDEZ,
77, passed away Saturday, April 13, 2002 in El Paso. She was a longtime resident of Canutillo, Tx. Survived by her sons, Guillermo and Francisco. Daughters, Francisca Gonzalez, Gloria Medrano, Terry Revels and Clara Gutierrez. 14 Grandchildren and 10 Great Grandchildren. Sister, Juana Fuentes. Visitation will be Thursday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Doniphan Chapel. Prayer Service will be Thursday at 6 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Recitation of the Rosary will be Thursday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Friday at 10 a.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Canutillo, Tx. Members of the family will serve as pallbearers. Interment will be in Memory Gardens of the Valley, Santa Teresa, NM. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME - DONIPHAN. 5054 DONIPHAN DR 587-0202.
El Paso Times - Apr 18 2002

DE LA GARZA, CARMEN
97, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed way peacefully in her sleep on Monday, April 15, 2002. She had been a resident of El Paso since 1930. Mrs. De La Garza was preceded in her death by her husband Manuel De La Garza. She is survived by her daughters Grace Alejandro and Alicia Rubin Narkovic, her grandchildren Rosemary Dwyer, Sandra Haddad and Carlos J. Alejandro, Jr., and great-grandchildren Aundrea and Madeline Haddad. Private services will be held by her family. Memorial contributions may be made to VNA Hospice of El Paso.
El Paso Times - Apr 18 2002

FASSETT, GWENDOLYNE F.
71, passed away Monday, April 15, 2002, a resident of El Paso since 1977. She is a member of the O.E.S. Wallace Hughston Lodge #1100 and was also a member of El Paso Rainbow Girls. She is survived by her husband of 31 years, Murrell Fassett, Jr.; daughter, Penny Ann White of Grand Blanc, MI; 5 grandchildren, Stephanie, Sierra, Savannah White of Grand Blanc, MI., Alyssa and Richard Delaney from Rio Rancho, NM. Visitation will be Thursday, April 18th from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be at 1 p.m. Friday, April 19th at Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home Dyer Chapel, 8817 Dyer with interment in Canastota, New York.
El Paso Times - Apr 18 2002

WYNN, ADOLPHUS OFERAL JR.
of Chandler, Ariz. passed away April 15, 2002, in Chandler. He was born May 2, 1914, in El Paso, Texas to Adolphus Wynn and Virginia Hassel Evans Wynn. He married Helen Wilke Feb. 1, 1941. They had one daughter, Elizabeth Carol Wynn Early of Tempe, Ariz. A.O. Wynn began his 37-year career with the El Paso Public Schools in 1938. A graduate of Texas College of Mines with a Master of Arts in Education, Wynn's lifelong service spanned several positions - from classroom teacher to counselor, principal, supervisor and Director of Records. In 1975, Mr. Wynn retired as the Assistant Superintendent for Special Services and Employee Benefits. An active member and several times officer of the Lions Club, Mr. Wynn was also involved in various city and state committees including Chairman of the Task Force on Elementary and Secondary Education Goals for El Paso and the Mayor's Committee for the Handicapped under Mayor Don Henderson. He was a founder of St. Paul's United Methodist Church and was an active member of the El Paso Retired Teachers Association. In 1974, he was named Outstanding Ex-Student of Austin High School. He and his wife moved to Chandler in 1998 and resided at Park Regency Village, where he served two years as vice-president and one year as president of the Resident's Council. He was a member of Dayspring United Methodist Church of Tempe. He had one sister, Fay Nelson, and one brother, George Wynn, both deceased. He is survived by his wife, Helen; daughter, Carol (Mike) Early; one granddaughter, Janet (Regan) Stone of Glendale, Ariz.; one grandson, J.D. Early of Dallas, Tex.; 4 great-grandchildren, Courtney, Madisen, Jarom, and Michaella Stone. Funeral services will be Friday, April 19, at 9:00 am at Lakeshore Mortuary, 1815 S. Dobson Rd., Mesa, Ariz. Memorials may be made to Dayspring United Methodist Church at 1365 E. Elliot Rd., Tempe or to a favorite charity.
El Paso Times - Apr 18 2002

OLMOS, CRUZ C.
74, passed away April 17, 2002 after a lengthy illness, God came and took her in his arms, a lifetime Fabens resident. She is survived by her husband; Preciliano Olmos, 1 son; Rumaldo Torres, 3 daughters; Maria Armenta, Martha Perez, and Angie Rangel. 11 Grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Sister; Lorenza Martinez, Brother Jose Cedillo. Visitation Friday from 2 to 5:00 p.m. in Hampton Valley Mortuary Chapel with the rosary service at 7:00 p.m. in Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church where the funeral mass will be at 10:00 a.m. Saturday April 20, 2002. Interment in Fabens Catholic Cemetery. Directed by Hampton Valley Mortuary.
El Paso Times - Apr 18 2002

NICHOLSON, ALKIE
"Trainer Extraordinaire"Beloved husband, father and grandfather Alkie Nicholson went to be with his Dear Lord and Savior on Tuesday, April 16 2002 after 92 years. Alkie was very proud of his culture. He was a life long resident of El Paso. His immense contribution to the community as a world champion trainer, promotor brought El Paso's first closed circuit world championship to the coliseum with Manny Ortega (now deceased) in 1947. He was inducted into El Paso Boxing Hall of Fame in 1996. He was co-founder and owner of Nicholson's Bottling Works founded in El Paso. A 1932 graduate of El Paso High School. He is survived by his wife Emma, sister "Jenny", children Andrew, Melissa, Robert, and Richard, grandchildren Sara, Andrea, Elizabeth, Andy Jr., Melissa, Damian, Theron and Ivan, great grandchildren Justin, Christopher, Jeremy, Kevin and Angelica. Mr. Nicholson will lie in state Thursday, April 18, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home - Central. Rosary Service will be held at 8:00 p.m. Thursday, April 18, 2002 at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held at 12:00 p.m. Friday at St. Joseph's Church. Pallbearers will be Andrew Nicholson, Robert Nicholson, Richard Nicholson, Damian Nicholson, Theron Nicholson, and Rudy Ortiz. Honorary Pallbearers Mario Ortiz, Alfonso Ortiz, Jesus J. Ortiz, Andrew Nicholson Jr. and Al Gonzalez. Burial at Evergreen Alameda Cemetery. He was loved by his family and friends very much.
El Paso Times - Apr 18 2002

Lujan, Maria Dolores
"Lolies Mima"64, passed away April 16, 2002 and went to be with her Savior for eternal life. Beloved wife, mother, grandmother and a great grandmother. Longtime resident of El Paso, Texas. Mrs. Lujan retired from AFEES after 20 years of service, former employee of the Ft. Bliss Post Commissary. A helpful friend to all who knew her. Survived by husband Manuel Lujan, sons David Ray and wife Bridget Lujan of N.C., daughters Corrine and husband Hershey Jacquez of El Paso, TX, Patricia and husband Karl Garner of Alabama and Margaret Ann and husband Louie Alvarado, grandchildren Erik Scott Clayberger of N.C., Angela Perry and husband Michael of N.C., Jessica and John Payne of M.D., Lucas Garner of San Antonio, Carmelita Ovalle of El Paso, TX., Jeremy Garner of N.C., Daniel C. Wright of Ft. Benning, GA. and Natalie Alvarado of El Paso, TX, great grandchildren Angelique Garner, N.C., Alexia Perry, N.C., Brianna Payne M.D., Audrie Wright, El Paso, TX, sister Maria Elena Meraz. Mrs. Lujan will lie in state Thursday, April 18, 2002, from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home. Rosary Service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, April 18, 2002 at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held at 9:00 a.m. Friday, April 19, 2002 at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. Fr. Alvarado officiating. Pallbearers will be Louie Alvarado, Hershey Jacquez, Joey Talamantes, Frank Villalobos, Lucas Garner, Army SPC Daniel Hernandez. Honorary Pallbearer David Lujan. Burial at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society, 909 E. San Antonio Ave. El Paso, Texas 79901.
El Paso Times - Apr 18 2002

FLANAGAN, CASIMIRA G.
92, beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great-great grandmother passed away Tuesday, April 16, 2002. She had been a resident of El Paso since 1912. She was a devout member of the Catholic Church. She actively served as a volunteer for the Retired Seniors Volunteer Program for more than 20 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack William Flanagan. She is survived by her son, Adolfo Costello and his wife Lilia, her daughter, Dorothy Flanagan-Aalderts, seven grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren and two great- great grandchildren. Visitation will be Thursday, April 18, 2002 at Sunset Funeral Home, 750 N. Carolina from 4:00 - 9:00 p.m. with the rosary service beginning at 7:00 p.m. Funeral mass will be held on Friday, April 19, 2002 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 1315 Travis at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. "Not even a leaf on a tree will move if it is not by the will of GOD." Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home - East.
El Paso Times - Apr 18 2002

Roberto Camacho,
47, passed away Tuesday, April 16, 2002 in Dallas, Texas. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Camacho was a truck driver. He is survived by his sons, Roberto Camacho, Jr. and Joey Camacho. Daughter, Paula Camacho. 4 Grandchildren. Parents, Armando Camacho and Francisca Bertahud. Brother, Armando Camacho, Jr. Sisters, Lily Camacho Terrazas and Belinda Camacho Villa. Visitation will be Friday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Friday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Saturday at 12 noon at St. Raphael Catholic Church. Members of the family will serve as pallbearers. Interment will be in Evergreen East Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CAROLINA DRIVE. 598-3332
El Paso Times - Apr 19 2002

GUERRA, LILIA SOLIS
"Lily", 78, passed away Wednesday, April 17, 2002 in a local hospital. She was a lifelong resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Guerra was a retired sales clerk. She was preceded in death by her grandsons Albert Guerra, Jr. and Ezequiel Guerra. She is survived by her husband Ezequiel Guerra. Sons, Albert Guerra and Mario Guerra. Daughters, Elvia Rodriguez and Delia Tapia. Grandchildren, Raymond Rodriguez, Judith Vasquez, David Rodriguez, Michael Rodriguez, Sylvia Ramirez, Lisa Rodriguez, Anthony Tapia, Michelle Zuniga and Vivian Waller. 9 Great Grandchildren. Visitation will be Friday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Friday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Saturday at 9 a.m. at Little Flower Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Raymond Rodriguez, David Rodriguez, Michael Rodriguez, Anthony Tapia, Mario Guerra and Juan Ramirez. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598-3332
El Paso Times - Apr 19 2002

Massina, Aurelia G.
85, passed away Wednesday, April 17, 2002. Born in Sacramento, CA, she was a longtime resident of El Paso and worked for the Civil Service. She is survived by son, Silvester Reyes Jr.; 3 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; brother, Carlos Garcia and sisters, Maria Ramos and Catalina Galindo. She was preceded in death by husband, Edwin L. Massina. Visitation was from 4 - 9 p.m. Thursday, April 18, 2002 at Sunset Funeral Home - East, Chapel of Peace with the recital of the Rosary at 7:45 p.m. Mass of the Resurrection will be said at 11:30 a.m. Friday, April 19, 2002 at San Antonio Church, 503 Hunter. Interment will be private by family at a later date. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home - East.
El Paso Times - Apr 19 2002

MENDOZA, ALFREDO JR.,
42, passed away Wednesday, April 17, 2002. A lifelong resident of El Paso, Mr. Mendoza was an electrician. He is survived by sons, Alfredo and Andy Mendoza; daughter, Lorena Mendoza; mother, Martina Mendoza; brothers, Manuel and Robert Provenico and sisters, Cruz Morales and Maria Elena Mendoza. Visitation will be held from 4-9 p.m. Friday, April 19, 2002 at Sunset Funeral Home with the recital of the rosary at 7:00 p.m. Mass of the Resurrection will be said at 9:00 a.m. Saturday, April 20, 2002 at San Jose Church, 8100 San Jose Road. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Cemetery. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home - East.
El Paso Times - Apr 19 2002

PADDENBURG. JOHN A.
He and his wife, the late Joan Bannon Paddenburg, lived in El Paso on Lockerbie Ave. for 40 years prior to moving to Indianapolis in Oct. 1999. He was on active duty with the U.S. Army for over 20 years, retiring as a Lt. Colonel, having served in Europe during WWII and in Korea with the 50th AAA Bn. from Ft. Bliss. His final military assignment was Billeting Officer of Ft. Bliss, continuing to serve there as a civilian for 15 years after his retirement. He was ordained a deacon in the Catholic Church in July, 1976 and served in that capacity at St. Raphael's Parish in El Paso for 23 years. Survived by son, John A. Paddenburg Jr. of Mountaintop, PA, duaghter Patricia J. Hale of Indianapolis, IN, five grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
El Paso Times - Apr 20 2002

DAWSON, PATRICIA
"Pat" 75, passed away Monday, March 18, 2002. She was a resident of El Paso since 1956 and a member of the Ladies of the Oriental Shrine of North America #46, Daughters of the Nile, Women's Club of El Paso and Cielo Vista Church. Mrs. Dawson is survived by her husband of 50 plus years, Gene Dawson of El Paso; sons, Dane Alan Dawson of Tulsa, Gene Dawson Jr., of Sioux Falls, SD; daughter, Leah Rae Hurst of Tulsa; grandsons, Justin and Aaron Orrick; sister, Jeanne Hancock of Montrose, CO and niece, Carol Van Landingham. Memorial service will be 1 p.m. Friday, March 22, 2002 in the El Maida Shrine Temple with Ladies of the Oriental Shrine officiating. Cremation services entrusted to Kaster Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home. Memorial Contributions may be made to the El Maida Shrine Sustainers Fund. Raymond Mathis Tomlin Gonnerman, son, brother, uncle, father and friend passed away Tuesday, March 12, 2002. He is survived by his mother Oralia (Lala) Gonnerman, his father, Charles John Gonnerman, his sisters Christina Michelle Tomlin Gonnerman, Cherish Joy Calero, and Tracy Love Jarvis, niece, Cyrena Celes Calero, nephew Raymond Calero III, and his children Justin and Daniel Meeks. Ray was a best friend to many and a world class soldier. Visitation for Ray will be held at the Sunset Funeral Home, 4631 Hondo Pass, Wednesday, March 20th at 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Mass will be conducted Thursday, March 21st at Fort Bliss Chapel #2 at 10 a.m. followed by the burial at Fort Bliss National Cemetery at 11 a.m. We mourn the loss of such a wonderful, courageous person, so loved by many. He has touched us all more than we could ever know. We miss you Ray.
El Paso Times - Apr 20 2002

PHIFER, JESSIE C.
81, born in Florence, Alabama April 06, 1920 passed away Monday, March 18, 2002 in El Paso, Texas where she resided for the last 45 years. Preceded in death on March 06, 1999 by her husband Forrest Phifer Jr. She is survived by 5 children, William Phifer, Ft. Worth, TX; Ronnie Phifer, El Cajon, CA; Annette Still, Ft. Worth, TX; Herman Phifer, El Paso and Sue Phifer Sameul, El Paso, TX. 11 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. Graveside services pending with Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Ft. Worth, TX.
El Paso Times - Apr 20 2002

PROSKE WINIFRED C.
"Winnie", 95, passed away on Sunday, March 17, 2002. She was a 40 year resident of El Paso, Texas. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred C. Proske. Her survivors include her daughter, Nanette Pollock and her husband Joseph, son, Gerald Proske and wife Patricia of Kansas City, Mo., Sisters, Thelma Caffrey and Virginia Brown of Sullivan, MO. Grandchildren, Joseph Pollock and wife Debra of San Antonio, TX, Jeffrey Pollock and wife Evelyn of El Paso, David Pollock of Chicago, IL, Karen Clark and husband Hayden of Malibu, CA, Douglas Pollock of El Paso, TX, Gregory Proske and wife Lisa of Lee Summit, MO and Jeff Proske of Los Angeles, CA. Also 4 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be on Wednesday, March 20, 2002 from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home NE. Located at 4631 Hondo Pass. Mass will be on Thursday, March 21, 2002 at 2 p.m. at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Her six grandsons will be her pallbearers.
El Paso Times - Apr 20 2002

TYLER, CLAUDE L.
of Charlotte, died Sunday, March 17, 2002 at Presbyterian Hospital after a brief illness. A native of Charleston, SC, Claude was born June 20, 1918 to the late William L. Tyler and Virginia Ruby Magwood. Mr. Tyler was a graduate of Porter Military Academy at Charleston SC, attended the University of SC at Columbia SC, the US naval School (General Line), Newport Rhode Island in Nautical Astronomy, Advanced Navigation, and Meteorology, US Naval War College, Newport Rhode Island, unlimited license as Master Mariner by United States Coast Guard, Graduate of Sograth Super Tanker Advanced Ship Handling Institute, Grenoble, France, Hawthorne Flying School, Columbia, SC, receiving his commercial pilot's license by the Civil Aeronautical Administration in 1949. He retired from the US Navy after35 years of continuous active duty at the rank of Captain. He had many important and demanding assignments world wide, both afloat and ashore, including Presidential Commissi9on to Ethiopia, service witht he British Royal Navy before and during World War II. Politico-Military developemt of to Iran for 2 and 1/2 years. He was the Commanding Officer of the USS Willard Keith during her participation in the Cuban Quarantine Operation, Commanding Officer of the Guided Missile Cruiser, USS Sterett, home ported in Yokosuka, Japan, combat zone operations as area air defense, Strike Support Ship, Gulf of Tonkin and Sea of Japan, and also Commanding Officer of the fleet ammunition ship, USS Mount Baker, supporting Vietnam operations. He was awarded many citations and medals including the Legion of Merit and Bronze Star. Post Navy retirement employment included development of Far East Liquefied Natural Gas Program in the South China Sea, Indonesia, Singapore and Japan with Energy Transportation Corporation/Burmah the North Atlantic Treaty Organization for 14 years and Chief of Naval Mission Gas Transportation Ltd. and also a consultant to Exxon Production Research Company. He was President of Chaparral Equity Corporation, of El Paso, Texas, President of Charlotte Kiwanis Club and was Region Commander of the Military Order of World Wars for the states of Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee and North Carolina. Mr. Tyler is survived by his wife Doris Bowers Bryant Tyler, a sister Ester Tyler Kinney Mayberry of Charleston, SC and a nephew, Ronald Kinney of Columbia, SC. He was predeceased in death by a niece, Claudia Tyler Bryant of Charleston, SC. In lieu of flowers, memororial donations may be made to Hospice of Charlotte, 1420 E. 7th St., Charlotte, NC 28204 or to a charity of one's choice. Services will be held at Harry and Bryant "Chapel in the Oaks", 500 Providence Rd., Charlotte, NC, on Friday March 22, at 2:00 p.m., with the reverend Phillip Bryant, Reverend Patrick Lee Gray, and Kerry McKenna officiating. The family will receive friends at Harry and Bryant following the service. A private interment will follow at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA. Harry and Bryant Company is serving the family of Mr. Tyler.
El Paso Times - Apr 20 2002

TURLEY GENA MOZELLE
passed away Tuesday, March 19, 2002 at the age of 82. Mrs. Turley was born and raised in Gorman, Texas, and lived in El Paso for most of her life where she was a member of All Saints Episcopal Church. Preceded in death by her husband Joseph Turley and her brother Loy Bennett. Survived by her son Gary Lucke, daughters Diane Mueller and Lisa Turley, brother Kenneth Bennett, 5 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Services will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of VNA Circle of Hope.
El Paso Times - Apr 20 2002

LUCIA, JOHN B.
82, passed away Sunday, March 17, 2002. Longtime resident of El Paso, Texas. Preceded in death by wife Opal Lucia, daughter Carolyn Ann Dewess. Survived by son Victor Timothy Lucia, grandchild Jordan Lucia of Bellview, WA., brothers Charles Lucia and Anthony Lucia of Houston, TX., sister Teresa Lucia. Mr. Lucia will lie in state Thursday, March 21, 2002 from 6:00p.m. until 8:00p.m. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Rosary Service will be held at 6:00p.m. Thursday, March 21, 2002 at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held at 12:30p.m. Friday, March 22, 2002 at Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church, Fr. John Rini officiating. Burial at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with Military Honors.
El Paso Times - Apr 20 2002

FERNANDEZ, JULIA
80, passed away Sunday, March 17, 2002. Longtime El Paso residentand member of the Catholic Church. Prior to her retirement Mrs. Fernandez was the supervisor of the Payroll Department for the Western Division of the Safeway stores. She was a member of The Ladies Auxillary of the El Paso Pharmaceutical Association. She was preceded in death by husband Martin E. Fernandez and by her sister Mary S. Wakefield. She is survived by daughter Rebecca and husband Robert J. Rivas, grandchildren Julia Louise, Laura Elena, Victoria Lynn, Jennifer Jeannine Rivas, brothers Earnest A. Seanez and Ruben Schaeffer and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Mrs. Fernandez will lie in state Friday from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home Montana. Rosary Service 7:00 p.m. Friday at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass 12:30 p.m. Saturday at St. Pius X Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Rene, Martin and Thomas Seanez, Ruben G., Michael and Brandon Schaeffer. Honorary Pallbearers Kenneth Wakefield, Ray and Frank Salazar, Ernie Pompa and Dr. Jorge Magana. Burial at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Apr 20 2002

LOZANO, JOSEFINA
"China" 95, went to be with our lord on Thursday, March 14,2002 She was a longtime resident of El Paso and was a member of FT. Bliss Catholic Church. She was a retired saleslady with. W.T. Grant co. she is survived by her brother, Gonzalo Lonzano, Sr. and sister Rosalia Luevano. Nieces, Golria and her husband, Salvado Diaz and Leonor and her husband, Carlos Rodriguez and nephew, Henry and his wife, Lucia Hernandez and many other beloved nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Visitation will be Thursday, March 21, 2002 from 4:00pm until 9:00 p.m. with the rosary in Spanish at 6:00pm, Mrs. Socorro Moreno officiating and in English at 7:00 pm FR. Richard Lopez officiating at Martin Funeral Home Central Chapel. Funeral mass will be Friday, March 22, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. at All Saints Catholic Church, Fr. Pablo Mata officiating. Pallbearers, Gonzalo Lozano, Jr, Les Prescott, Heriberto Ruiz, Jack Pierce II, Richard Ponce, Steve Rodriguez, Carlos H. Rodriguez, Jr. and Vern KilburN. Honorary pallbearers, Gonzalo Lozano, Sr., Martin Luna, Salvador Diaz, Jr., Carlos Rodriguez Sr., Salavador Diaz III, Joe Rodriguez, Ernest D. Saiz, Rodolfo Resendez, Sr., Rodolfo Resendez, Jr., Raul Solis, Jr. and Albert Hernandez. Interment at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to hospice of El Paso 3901 N. Mesa El Paso, TX. 79902 or the Alzheimers Association of El Paso 4400 N. Mesa Ste #9 El Paso, TX. 79902 in "China's" memory.
El Paso Times - Apr 20 2002

MARTINEZ, LUIS
64, passed away Sunday, March 17th, 2002. Originally from Torreon, Coahuila, Mexico, he was an El Paso resident for over 35 years. He retired from American Minerals Inc. after working for 29 years. A Roman Catholic, Mr. Martinez was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Church parish. He is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Mrs. Cecilia B. Martinez; his son, Miguel J Martinez; his daughters, Maria Guadalupe Martinez, Patricia Granison, Norma Ledesma, Sandra Estrada, Alma Winston and Rocio Martinez; Nine grandsons and five granddaughters. Visitation and Rosary will be held on Thursday, March 21, 2002 starting at 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM at San Jose Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will be held Friday, March 22, 2002 at 10:00 AM in Our Lady of Guadalupe Church. Burial will follow after Mass in Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Miguel Martinez, Alma Winston, Rocio Martinez, Adrian Belmontes, Jack Granison and Daniel Martinez. Arrangements under direction of San Jose Funeral Home, 601 S. Viriginia St., El Paso, TX 79901 915-532-1856
El Paso Times - Apr 20 2002

KENNEDY, MARGARET YOUNG
86, passed away Monday, March 18, 2002. Born January 6, 1916 in Marfa, Texas. She was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Horizon City and the Emerald Springs Women's Golf Association. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Filimena Young and husband, Franklin H. Kennedy. She is survived by son, Frank Kennedy (Carolyn), daughter, Marleen Brown (George Robert), daughter, Pat Clark, all of El Paso; sister, Agnes Strelch of South Dakota; 7 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; and many beloved nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 4-9 p.m. Thursday, March 21, 2002 at Sunset Funeral Home – East, Chapel of Peace, with the Rosary recital at 7p.m. The Mass of the Resurrection will be said at 12:30 PM Friday, March 22, 2002 at Church of the Holy Spirit , 1608 McMahon, Horizon City. Interment will follow at Restlawn Memorial Park. In lleu of flowers, donations may be made to the Church of the Holy Spirit, Building Fund, 1608 McMahon, Horizon City, Texas 79928. Services
El Paso Times - Apr 20 2002

AGUIRRE, MRS. GUADALUPE
90, Madre ejemplar y Abuelita carinosa, passed away Tuesday, March 19, 2002 in El Paso. She was a longtime resident of El Paso and was preceded in death by her husband, Miguel Angel Aguirre. Sons, Manuel Aguirre and Armando Aguirre. Mrs. Aguirre is survived by her sons, Jose Luis Aguirre, Miguel Aguirre and wife Lucy, Raul Aguirre. Daughters, Angelina Mendez and husband Albert Mendez Jr., Carmen Aguirre, and Magdalena Maese, Sister, Soledad Jaime. Daughters-in-law, Alicia Aguirre and Joann Aguirre. 18 Grandchildren. 19 Great Grandchildren. Several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Thursday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home- Carolina. Prayer Service will be Thursday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Service will be Friday at 11 a.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Pallbearers will be Albert Mendez III, Mariano Maese, Rene Reyna, Ruben Aguirre, Joe Aguirre, Armando Aguirre Jr. and Robert Aguirre. Honorary Pallbearers will be Markus Aguirre, Jerry Aguirre, Jorge Aguirre and David Aguirre. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME 1060 Carolina Drive, 598- 3332
El Paso Times - Apr 20 2002

CASTANON, JUANITA
74, passed away Sunday, March 17, 2002 in a local hospital. Lifelong resident of El Paso. She retired as nurse after 34 years of service with WBAMC; was also employed with Hotel Dieu for 5 years and Providence Memorial Hospital. Survived by daughter Lydia M. Castanon; nieces & nephews Jose F. Aguirre, Yolanda De Herrera, Jose Castanon, Juan Castanon, Mario Castanon, Elizabeth Garcia, Yvonne Garne, Cynthia A. Hernandez, Guadalupe Ontiveros, Leticia Palmares, Isela Castanon-Williams, Claudio Zamora, Jr., and Rodrigo Aamora. Mrs. Castanon will lie in state Wednesday, March 20, 2002 from 2:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home. Rosary sevice will be held at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 20, 2002 at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral mass will be held at 9:30 a.m., Thursday, March 21, 2002 at St. Ignatius Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Rodrigo Zamora, Claudio Zamora, Jr., Mario Castanon, Antonio Williams, Nicholas Ontiveros and Jose Antonia Castanon. Honaorary Pallbearers will be John Martinez, Jose F. Aguirre and Benjamin Williams. Burial at Evergreen East Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive 598-3332
El Paso Times - Apr 20 2002

HURST, CHARLES FRANKLIN
born September 1, 1917, passed away Tuesday, march 19,2002. A veteran of World War II, Charles retired form the US Postal Service in 1981. He was preceded in death by his wife of fifty years, E. Louis Powe. Charles was a loyal and dedicated member of the Masonic Loge and the Scottish Rite. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, George and Karen Sherwood-Willett, daughter and son-in-law, Leroy and Lucy Ann Bates; five grandchildren, Charles Floyd Sherwood, Paul Dannelley, Shelley (Bruce) Sherwood-Sorenson, LuAnn (Randy) Baker, Loretta (Jeffrey) Casart; five great-grandchildren, Justin Sherwood, Sydney and Quincy Sorenson, Sarah Baker, and Spenser Casart; one sister, Lucybeth Janes and nephews Daryl and Tim Janes; sisters and brothers-in-law, Lucy Powe, Mayme Duncan, Bob and Nancy Powe, Ruth and Gordon Mooney, Myrtle Powe, many nieces, nephews, and dear friends. Pallbearers and Honorary Pallbearers will be members of the family.1 Visitation will be Thursday, March 21, 2002, from 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home at 480 N. Resler. Graveside services will be at Fort Bliss National Cemetery on Friday, March 22, 2002, at 9:00 a.m. In liew of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Masonic and Scottish rite charities. Services entrusted to sunset funeral home west.
El Paso Times - Apr 20 2002

BAKER, PHILLIP C.
born on October 23, 1960 went home to be with the Lord after a courageous battle with cancer on April 18, 2002, at the age of 41. Phillip is survived by his life partner Michael Trujillo whom he loved and with all his heart. He was the oldest and beloved son of Phillip A. and Beryl T. Baker. He is also survived by two brothers and sisters in law, 1 niece and four nephews. David K. and Monica M. Baker of El Paso and their children Evan, Sarah and Ian, Michael A. and Lara Baker of Lubbock, TX and their two children Anson & Jaxon. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Phillip was a man that loved life and lived it to the fullest. During that journey he touched the lives of many people and he was loved by all that knew him. Phillip you are loved so much by those of us you leave behind, but we get great comfort in knowing you are in a better place and in no pain. A very sincere thanks to those caring for Phillip that made his last 2 years possible: Dr. Jesus "Chuy" Gomez, Dr. Mark Landeros, Dr. Anuradha Gupta, Dr. David Masel, and Donna Conklin RNFA. Also a special thanks to the staff at Sierra's Oncology Unit. Your kindness and compassion towards our family will always be cherished. Also we want to express a great deal of gratitude to our loving family at Cielo Vista Church. "A time of remembering Phillip" will be from 4 - 4:30 p.m. Sunday w/ memorial service immediately following at Cielo Vista Church, 3585 N. Lee Trevino. Flowers also can be sent to Cielo Vista.
El Paso Times - Apr 21 2002

BUZZA, ANNE "KATE"
born April 18, 1906 in Detroit, Michigan. Preceded in death by her husband John Buzza and son William Russell. Survived by two grandsons Michael and William Singletary. Kate retired from Chrysler and volunteered her time at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church and Southwestern Hospital. She showed us by example what it meant to be a Christian. Happy Birthday Kate, Our Lord gave you the best gift of all. He took you to be with Him on your birthday. You will be greatly missed by all of us who were fortunate enough to know you. In lieu of flowers donations to Masses or Hospice of VNA. 543-6276 or 474-0890. Visitation will be Sunday, April 21st from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home, 8817 Dyer where Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Funeral Mass will be Monday, April 22nd at 10:00 a.m. Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 10000 Pheasant, followed by interment at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Apr 21 2002

COLON-CORDERO, EVANS I.
70, beloved husband, father, and grandfather passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2002, after a long illness. Evans was born December 28, 1931 in San German, Puerto Rico. He retired from the United States Army as an E-8 in 1974 and settled in El Paso. He was a 32nd Degree Mason with the Scottish Rite Temple, Fraternity Lodge 1111 and the El Maida-Shrine as a Greeter. He was also a member of Disabled American Veterans. Evans is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Norma R. Colon, and his son and wife, Evans H. Colon and Marie Colon; and his two daughters and their husbands, Norma and Kevin Alford; and Rebecca and Adrian Gallegos. He is also survived by grandchildren who love him dearly, Angelina Williamson and her husband, Garrett Williamson, Patricia Gallegos, A.J. Gallegos, Justin Colon, David Herschman, Tyler Alford, Ryan Alford and Madison Alford. Visitation will be at Kaster- Maxon & Futrell, 8817 Dyer, on Monday, April 22, 2002, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The service will be on the same day at 1:00 p.m. at Kaster-Maxon & Futrell. Interment will immediately follow at the Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with Full Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, the family would request that a donation be made in his name to any Parkinson's or Diabetes Association.
El Paso Times - Apr 21 2002

CRAWFORD, HARRY D.
died Saturday, April 13 2002 at his residence. He is survived by his wife Mae B. Crawford, a son, D. Bruce Crawford, his wife Susan, his daughter Jane Anderson of Austin, Texas, a granddaughter Sabrina, a brother Frank J. Crawford of Ligonier, PA. A Masonic Service was held in Ligonier, PA, the 16th where he was a member of Lodge #331 over 50 years. He was also a member of the John T. Bean #1333 El Paso. Graveside services were held the 17th at Ligonier Valley Cemetery in PA.
El Paso Times - Apr 21 2002

ORTIZ, PEGGIE BUCHANAN
was born in Waxahachie, Texas, February 12, 1922. After attending various girls schools in Washington D.C.; Dallas, Texas, California and Arizona; she graduated from Radford School for Girls. She then entered Texas College of Mining and Metallurgy, where she first met her future husband, Arthur Ortiz, Jr. Separated during WWII, she worked in various banks. After the war, she worked for a time at Music Corporation of America in Chicago. She eventually moved to Las Vegas, Nevada. There she married Harold Jones, who predeceased her in 1982. Returning to El Paso, she again met and subsequently married Arthur Ortiz. She is survived by her husband and by her nephew, Robert and his wife, Ruth Buchanan of Naperville, Illinois and her step-son, Robert and his wife Sandy Jones of Portland, Oregon. A Memorial Service will be held at the family residence, located at 841 Gomez Rd. on Sunday, April 21, 2002 at 2 p.m., it will be conducted by Reverend Dr. James Jauncey, who officiated at their wedding December 15, 1984, at the same location. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home - West.
El Paso Times - Apr 21 2002

Simpson, Judy (Betty June) Adamson,
born June 7, 1924 in London Ontario, Canada. Married Paul E. Simpson in June 1945. A longtime resident of El Paso and a member of Trinity Presbyterian Church, she was an avid Bible Student and member of Church Women United. She died of cancer on April 16 2002, leaving her husband, two daughters, Gail and Martha and a brother, Ray Adamson. A Memorial Service, as part of regular worship at Trinity Presbyterian Church will be held on Sunday, April 28, 2002 at 3:00 p.m. Any donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.
El Paso Times - Apr 21 2002

Strong, Benjamin True
was born December 20, 1918 in Carmi, Illinois to Mary Dougherty and True Strong. He was reared and educated in Nocona, Texas graduating from high school in 1935. True attended Arlington State College and the University of Texas. He graduated from the University of Texas at Austin in 1948 with a BS degree in civil engineering. He worked four years for the Texas State Highway Department, surveying state highways in the Ft. Davis region. Mr. Strong joined the US Army Corps of Engineers, graduated from the Officer Candidate School at Ft. Belvoir, then served in the Philippines and Japan in World War II. From 1946 to 1961, he owned and operated Strong Construction and Engineering in Pecos and Monahans. He moved to El Paso in 1961 and shortly thereafter began working as a Civil Engineer in the Facilities Engineering Directorate at Ft. Bliss until retiring in 1980. Subsequently he worked as a consultant on the Sun Bowl expansion project and the R.E. Thomason General Hospital renovations. True was a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers, a Licensed State Land Surveyor and a Registered Professional Engineer. He had many interests including flying, electronics and any type of building and creating. Mr. Strong moved to Midland in the fall of 2001. He died April 19, 2002 in Midland in a local hospital. True was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Elsie Carr Strong of El Paso and his parents. He is survived by his son, Carr True Strong of Houston; his brother, Ralph Strong of Evansville, Indiana; and his fiancee, Joyce Fields of Midland. Funeral services are scheduled for Monday, April 22, 2002 at 1:00 P.M. at Midland Bible Church with Reverend Vince Loftis officiating. Graveside services are scheduled for Tuesday, April 23 at 1:00 P.M. at Evergreen East Cemetery in El Paso. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - Apr 21 2002

VELA, SALVADOR
75, passed away Friday, April 19, 2002 in a local hospital. He was a resident of El Paso and retired from General Services and Supply. Mr. Vela was preceded in death by his beloved granddaughter Amy Gayle Chavez. He is survived by his wife Elvira Vela. Sons, Jose Manuel Vela and wife Sandy, and Salvador Dominguez and wife Maria. Daughters, Maria Lourdes Vela Keil and husband Jim and Abigail Vela Torres and husband Tomas R. Grandchildren: Jorge L. Chavez, Abigail Chavez, Amber N. Vela and Thomas A. Vela. Step-Grandchildren: Adam Keil and Brandon Keil. Visitation will be Sunday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Sunday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Monday at 9:30 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. Members of the family will serve as pallbearers. Interment will be in Evergreen East Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME - CAROLINA. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598-3332
El Paso Times - Apr 21 2002

King, Irene Grace
Our most beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Irene Grace King was welcomed into the kingdom of Heaven on April 19, 2002. Grace was born December 4, 1932 in Tucson, Arizona to Maria and Manuel Castro. On June 15, 1952 she was united in holy matrimony with John H. King, whom she cherished and adored throughout their forty-nine year union. A devout, life long member of the Catholic Church, Grace was a parishioner of St. Raphael Catholic Church. Grave was preceded in death by her parents, Maria and Manuel Castro and her brothers, Vicente Arenas and Manny Castro. Grace is survived by her beloved husband Johnny. She is also survived by her five children Barbara Limon, John Robert King (wife Judith), Estella Orozco (husband Edmundo), James King (wife Debby), and Alan King (wife Lydia) whom she showered with adoration, love, and unwavering support and an adopted son, Vincent Arenas (nephew), who always made her smile. Grace also leaves behind thirteen blessed grandchildren and two great- grandchild- ren, whose lives she filled with love and magic. they are Mickey, Stevie, Sarah, Michelle, Shannon, Mundo, Rocky, Reyhana, Salmaan, Clay, Cody, Michelle, and Brian, and great grandchildren, Kristen and RJ. Other survivors include her beloved brother Rudy and sister-in-law Stella Arenas and in-laws Cecil and Betty Arnold. Various nieces and nephews whom she loved a great deal and many friends whom she treasured. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on April 23 at Sunset Funeral Home, 750 N. Carolina. The Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will take place on Wednesday, April 24 at St. Raphael Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. "Her children rise up and praise her, her husband, too extols her: Many are the women of proven worth, but you have excelled them all." Proverbs: 31:28,29
El Paso Times - Apr 22 2002

McGRATH, EMILY ANNETTE
age 41, of Atlanta, Georgia, died Thursday, April 18, 2002. She was born on February 22, 1961 in El Paso, Texas. A graduate of Douglas County High School, she continued her education at North Dekalb Community College and West Georgia College. Beloved by her family and friends, Emily was an avid traveler with a winsome personality. Her love and concern for others was prized by many friends and her employers. She was known among her peers for her outstanding work ethic and the quality she pursued in the workplace was reflected in the many other spheres of her life. Emily's wit was equally matched by her memorable style. She will be greatly missed by her mother, Dorothy H. McGrath of Atlanta; her father, John Craige McGrath of El Paso, TX; her sister and brother-in- law, Susan and B. Sonny Mason of Waycross, GA; her brother and sister-in-law, James and Melissa McGrath and two nephews, J. P. and Logan McGrath all of Yorktown Heights, New York; and a special friend, David J. Belke of Atlanta. A celebration of Emily's life will be held Tuesday, April 23rd at eleven o'clock at Oglethorpe Hill with Rev. B. Sonny Mason officiating. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to your favorite charity. The family will receive friends Monday evening from seven until nine o'clock at H. M. Patterson & Son Funeral Directors, 4550 Peachtree Rd., NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30319, (404) 261-3510
El Paso Times - Apr 22 2002

MORENO, DANIEL
37, passed away Monday, April 15, 2002 in Panama City, Florida. He was a former resident of El Paso and was a resident of Panama City, Florida for the past 11 years. Mr. Moreno was a conveyer technician. He is survived by his son Daniel Moreno. Parents, Rafael Moreno, Jr. and Sumiko Moreno. Brothers, Vincent Moreno, Larry Moreno both of San Diego, Ca. and his twin brother Donald Moreno of Orange County, Ca. Sisters, Cindy Moreno Lara of San Diego, Ca. and Ann Moreno Murray of Dallas, Tx. Grandmother, Maria Moreno. Nieces and Nephews, Christopher and Stephanie Lara, Katy and Joseph Murray, Devon Moreno and Eric and Alex Moreno. Aunt, Katy Mangle. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home-Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Service will be Wednesday at 10 a.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Pallbearers will be Vincent Moreno, Larry Moreno, Donald Moreno, Daniel Moreno, Jr., Joe Murray and Armando Luna. Interment will be in Evergreen East Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME-CAROLINA. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598-3332
El Paso Times - Apr 22 2002

UGALDE, MR. WULFRANO,
passed away on April 20, 2002 on his 89th birthday. Mr. Ugalde was born in Torreon, Coah., Mexico, on April 20, 1913. He was a resident of El Paso and Los Angeles, Ca. since 1928. Mr. Ugalde was a well-known boxer in El Paso in the early thirties and boxed under the name of "Camote". One of his proudest moments was when Eleonor Roosvelt, the First Lady at that time, presented him with a trophy during the inauguration of the Boy's Club in south El Paso in the thirties. Mr. Ugalde was preceded in death by his wife Margarita Ugalde in 1995 with 60 years of marriage. He was also preceded in death by his son Francisco Ugalde in 1967 and Mrs. Guadalupe Cavazos in 1999. Mr. Ugalde is survived by his sons, Juan Ugalde an wife Delia and Joseph Pollard and wife Christina. Daughters, Zenaida Vallin and husband Ildelisio, Esther Copeland and husband Charles, Leonor Nunez and husband Frank and Angelina Colunga and husband Tomas. Sister, Refugio Castaneda. 2 nieces, Sister Sue Castaneda and Carmen Castaneda. He is also survived by his 22 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. Visitation will be Monday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home-Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Monday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be his grandchildren, Joseph Pollard, Gabriel Vallin, Anthony Ugalde, Tomas Ugalde, Frankie Nunez and Francisco Vallin. The family would like to thank Care Services of El Paso, especially Letty who cared for Mr. Ugalde the last year of his life. Interment will be in Concordia Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598- 3332
El Paso Times - Apr 22 2002

SLAGLE, ELIZABETH
passed away April 21, 2002. Born in Malone, Florida, December 5, 1913, came to El Paso with her parents in 1923. Preceded in death by her husband, George Slagle, her sister Johnny Christopher and her brother Hughey Pilcher. Survived by 2 children, daughter Mary Jeanine Deter, husband, Jack of Kendollville, IN, her son Johnny Etie, wife Vera of Houston, TX, former daughter-in-law Pat Marruffo, husband Ernest with whom she resided since May 2001 until her death. Also survived by a niece Pat Aboud, husband Rijdy of El Paso, nephew Frank Pilcher, wife Tena of San Antonio, TX. Several other nieces and nephews, 12 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and 8 great great grandchildren. Elizabeth was employed by American Furniture for 10 years and retired from the El Paso Police Department Data Processing after 15 years of service. Elizabeth was a member of the Eastern Star Chapter 991, El Minya Court #46 (was past Worthy Matron in the Eastern Star, belonged to the Patrol Unit and was a one time president of Page Unit). Visitation will be at Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home, 8817 Dyer, Wednesday, April 24th at 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Graveside Service are scheduled for Thursday, April 25th 11 a.m. at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery with Pastor Mike Woods officiating. In lieu of flowers we ask family and friends to make donations to La Mariposa Hospice.
El Paso Times - Apr 23 2002

GREENWOOD, PIERRE GEORGE
66, passed away on Saturday, April 20, 2002. Pierre was born and raised in Bristol, New Hampshire. He acquired his Bachelor of Elementary Teaching Degree at Keene N.H. State Teachers' College. Upon graduation, he continued with 3 years U.S. Army Military Service as both public information and legal clerks. Upon military discharge, Pierre settled in El Paso, soon acquiring his next degree, Education Administration, at the local Texas Western College. He spent his teaching years with the El Paso School District assigned to Ross Junior High/Middle School until his retirement. Pierre, a life-long Roman Catholic, has been a parishioner of Queen of Peace Catholic Church since its inception. His special joy was serving his parish as Sacristan, Eucharistic Minister and Lector. For many years, he was an active prayer group participant. He was privileged to lector at St. Patrick Cathedral's Saturday a.m. masses in recent years and to assist Monsignor Gomez at Holy Famly Church's Anticipatory Masses. He has been an active lay-member of the Marian Movement of Priests since 1986. He is survived by his wife, Marjorie Smith Greenwood, his ever-loving daughter, Vanessa Rose, two brothers, two sisters, four grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Funeral mass will be held on Wednesday, April 24, 2002 at 9:30 a.m. at Queen of Peace Catholic Church, with Fr. Trini Fuentez officiating. Pallbearer's will be Ernie Valtierra, Bert Griero, Sonny Emmet, Joe Maez, Mark Brockington, and Joe Vallejo. Interment will follow at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. Special thanks to Fr. Trini Fuentez and his office staff for always being such an uninterrupted reflection of Jesus' love.
El Paso Times - Apr 23 2002

LEYVA, ISABEL
Our most beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother, ISABEL LEYVA, was welcomed into the Kingdom of Heaven on April 15, 2002. She was a former resident of El Paso for 84 years and was a resident of Whittier, California. She was preceded in death by her husband Rosendo Leyva and daughter Teresa. She is survived by her children, Victor Leyva, Margaret Villa, Rosendo Leyva Jr., Maria Nunez and Rose Olivas. She is also survived by 17 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. Visitation will be from 4-9 p.m. Tuesday, at Sunset Funeral Home - East, Chapel of Peace, with the recital of the rosary at 7:45 p.m. Mass of the Resurrection will be said at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, at San Antonio de Padua Catholic Church, 7451 North Loop. She will be laid to rest with her husband at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Cemetery. She was loved dearly and will be greatly missed. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home - East.
El Paso Times - Apr 23 2002

RICHES, ROLLAND
71, passed away April 18, 2002, a resident of El Paso for 52 years. He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict with the U.S. Army Infantry, member of: VFW #8919, Wallace Hughston #1393 AF & AM, El Maida Shrine Temple the Bowlers Unit, Jesters, retired foreman of the training AIDF at Fort Bliss. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Irene M. Riches; daughters, Paula Earl and husband, Jonathan of Boulder, CO. and Elizabeth Rosenborrough and husband, Tom of Fort Worth; sons, James D. Riches of Dallas and John R. Riches of Houston; 5 grandchildren, Nathan, Andrew, Laurel Roseborrough and Nicolas and Alexander Earl; brother, Benjamine Riches and wife, Carol of Orem, Utah and brother- in- law, Benjamine Nathan and wife, Linda of El Paso. Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 23rd at Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home. Masonic Graveside Service will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 24th at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with Military Honors. In lieu of memorial contributions may be made to El Maida Shrine Temple Transportation Fund, 6331 Alabama St., El Paso, TX 79904.
El Paso Times - Apr 23 2002

NELSON, WILLIAM GRAYSON
85, passed away peacefully at his home with family at his side on April 20, 2002. He was born December 8, 1916 in Altus, OK to Albert Elmo and Rushia Grayson Nelson. He graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a Business Degree, Accounting Major, in 1938. In that same year he married Blanche Little of Madill, OK. The union lasted 54 years until her death in 1992. In WWII he proudly served his country as a Major commanding troops in the 342nd Field Artillery Battalion. His was one of the first battalions to cross German lines in 1944. He was awarded the Bronze Star Medal. He came to El Paso in 1953 after accepting the challenge of bringing a bankrupt farm chemical business to solvency. Southwest Fertilizer was one of his greatest business successes. W.R. Grace later bought the going concern. Following the farm chemical business he achieved success in commercial real estate. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church for over 50 years. He enjoyed traveling, turtling and gardening. He is renowned for his magnificent camellias. He was a great story teller and a poet. He was loved, admired and respected by countless friends and acquaintances. His sense of humor and loving nature will be missed by all. Nothing was more important to him than family. He is survived by his loving and devoted daughters, Catherine Nelson Chappelear of Houston, Ginna Nelson, MD of Fischer and Rushia Nelson Lutz of San Antonio, 3 grandchildren, Rachel and Rebecca Marquardt and Bryan Grayson Chappelear. Visitation will be 9 to noon Tuesday at Harding Orr & McDaniel, 320 Montana Avenue. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, 1:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church withPastor George Rogers officiating. Interment to follow at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Apr 23 2002

MARQUEZ, DANIEL GERARDO
8, went to be with his mom on Sunday, April 21, 2002 after a prolonged illness. He was a lifelongresiddent of El Paso and was a member of Cristo Rey Catholic Church. He was a 3rd grade student at Benito Martinez ElementarySchool. Daniel was preceded in death by his mother, Susana Marquez. He is survived by his father Gerardo Marquez. Brother, ThomasMarquez. Grandparents, Juan and Lupe Marquez, Carmen Montoya, Tomasa Montoya and Ignacia Gonzalez. Visitation will beWednesday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Wednesday at 7 p.m. at CristoRey Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be Thursday at 10 a.m. at Cristo Rey Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Leslie Smith, Daniel Gomez, Cesar Gonzalez, Rudy Salazar, Johnny Martinez and Jesus Zamora. Interment will follow in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Daniel touched the lives of everyone he met. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CAROLINA DRIVE. 598-3332
El Paso Times - Apr 23 2002

SANCHEZ, OFELIA LOERA
83, passed away on Saturday, April 20, 2002. She was born on October 31, 1918 in Deming, NewMexico. She was orphaned at birth by the Influenza Epidemic of 1918 and was adopted by Federico and Francisca Portillo Loera. Shewas preceded in death by her parents and her husband Jose Ramon Sanchez, who was killed in action in WWII. She is survived by 6children, daughters, Mary Lacy & husband Stephen, Eloise Newman, Tina Gonzalez & Grace Acevedo, two sons, Ramon Sanchez & wife Ysela, Joe Sanchez & wife Elena. She was blessed with 19 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren. Special thank you to her provider Ana Slieman and staff. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Burial will be at Ft.Bliss National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be members of the family. Sam Lacy, John Lacy, Ramon F. Sanchez, Christopher Gonzalez, Mark Sanchez, David Gonzalez and Gregory Gonzalez, Jeffery Newman. She will lie in state Tuesday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Mt. Franklin Funeral Home.In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or to your favorite charity.
El Paso Times - Apr 23 2002

STEWART, GROVER C. JR.
died Sunday morning, April 21 2002. Preceded in death by his parents, G.C., Sr. and Tommie Ward Stewart, his sister, GlendyneStewart Wigley and his daughter, Kathy June Stewart; Grover is survived by his wife, Carolyn, his daughter, Trink Karen Day Stewart and his beloved dog,Lady. Surviving children are: Trink's husband Ronnie Crouch, Anne & Charlie Smith, Dr. John and Mary Kay Guggedahl, Lynn & Michou Lopez and NancyGuggedahl. He leaves behind grandchildren: Katreena, Danielle and Alexandria Crouch, Kyle Lopez and his fiance, Heather Willbrand, Matthew Lopez,Phoenix and Benny Odle and Marie Guggedahl. Born March 3, 1919 on a turpentine plantation in Odessa Precinct, Florida (near Tampa), Grover movedwith his family to El Paso in 1926. He graduated from Austin High School having scored the first touchdown in McKee Stadium. Grover went on to theUniversity of Southern California to major in speech and drama. He completed his degree at the University of New Mexico with his final six credits earned incivilian pilot training. For 16 years he flew DC-6's for American Airlines, retiring as Captain (a Grey Eagle) to join his father in their expanding lumberbusiness. Grover established Southwest Moulding Co. in Dallas in 1951, importing Mexican lumber from his father in Durango, Mexico. He had mouldingsmanufactured on a custom basis in a small Dallas moulding plant, selling locally to retail lumber yards in the Dallas-Ft. Worth trade area. The group ofcompanies began expanding in June 1953 with the opening of Maderas Selectas y Molduras, S.A. in Ciudad Juarez, ultimately including the followingoperations: Warehouses in Dallas, International Brick Company, Southwest Frame and Millwork Co., Stewart Moulding and Frame and the Bent Treedivision in Denton, Texas. More recently Grover and Carolyn traveled extensively to places as: Hawaii, Africa, France, China, Israel, Egypt and La Jolla, California. During these past two years, Grover with Carolyn and members of their Church, conceived, planned and constructed the Stewart Family LifeCenter at Western Hills United Methodist Church. The center will be dedicated May 19. And six months ago, as a gift to long time golfers, Grover rebuilt the9th and 18th greens for Coronado Country Club. The family wishes to express their gratitude to Dr. Byron H. Chesbro, his staff and the staff at El PasoCancer Treatment Center. Pallbearers are: Dr. John Guggedahl, Michou Lopez, Ronnie Crouch, Charlie Smith, Kyle Lopez, Matthew Lopez and Benny Odle. Honorary Pallbearers are: Ricky Feuille, Bernie Lauterbach, Jack Rye, Bill Woodul, Charlie Newman, Bill Littlefield, John Eichelmann, Bill Squires,Russell Hill, Steve Lauterbach, Chama Mora, Jesus Torres, Antonio Cano, Raymond Baer, Bev Stras, Clinton Dean and Danny Swain. In lieu of flowers,contributions may be made to the Western Hills UMC Foundation or the Stewart Family Life Center at Western Hills United Methodist Church, 524Thunderbird Dr., El Paso, Texas 79912. Services will be 10:00 a.m., Wednesday April 24 at Western Hills United Methodist Church. Burial will follow atMemory Gardens of the Valley.
El Paso Times - Apr 23 2002

MICHEL, ISIDORA
69, passed away April 21, 2002. Born in Indio, California to the late Porfirio and Marcelina Chavez Zepeda. She is survived by her sons Jesus Alaniz, Jose Alaniz, Pete Michel, Celso Michel, Epigmenio Michel Jr., and Juan Michel; daughters Mary Clapper, Maria Contreras, and Beatriz Gentle; 22 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren and 2 sisters. Visitation and Chapel Service will be held at Sunset Funeral Home Northeast located at 4631 Hondo Pass on Wednesday, April 24, 2002, from 7 to 9 p.m., Layman Jose Alaniz officiating. Interment will be private.
El Paso Times - Apr 24 2002

NAVARRO, NORBERTO TOMAS, JR.
42, passed away April 20, 2002. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso and a local painter in the El Paso area. Survivors include his father and mother, Norberto Sr. and Maria Teresa Navarro, sisters, Letty Ramirez and her husband David, Esther Arriola and her husband Orlando, brother Eddie Joe Navarro, nieces and nephews, David Jr., Aaron, and Jennifer Ramirez, Naomi, Tony and Elijah Arriola and Tiffany Navarro. Loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He will be greatly missed by his loving family and friends. Rosary will be said Wednesday at 7 p.m. by David Moreno at Mt. Franklin Funeral Home. Mass will be held Thursday at 9 a.m. at Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church. Fr. Michael Rodriguez officiating. Interment at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Louie Navarro Jr., David Ramirez, Orlando Arriola, Art Neria, Raul Diaz, David Moreno, Ernesto Chasco, John Navarro, Joe Gomez, Antonio Mercado, & Michael Navarro.
El Paso Times - Apr 24 2002

MUSTARD, JAMES E.
Jim was born in St. Paul, Kansas 3/5/33 to Doyle and Lillian Elliott Mustard. He quietly left his earthly home in Whitewright, Texas 4/23/02. Jim has richly touched the lives of those who knew him. He is preceded in death by his father, Doyle Mustard, a brother, George Mustard, and a son, Timothy Mustard. Those who live on to cherish his life and treasure his memories are: Jeannie, his wife of Whitewright, their son, Jason David of Arlington, their two daughters Julie Elise and Jana Michelle of Whitewright; his mother, Lillian Mustard, of Pittsburg, Kansas; his sister, Ila Jo Martin and her husband, Larry, of Pittsburg, Kansas; his brother, John Mustard and his wife, Darlene, of Conroe, Texas. He is also survived by a daughter, Debra Foster, and husband, Jack, of Red Oak; a son, Michael Mustard and wife, Donna, of Irving and four grand-children. Jim, a veteran of the U.S. Army, spent many of his 69 years in the theatre industry in Dallas, Houston, and El Paso, with his latest being the Manager of the Odeum Theatre in Whitewright. We invite you to share memories with us on Wednesday, 4/24/02 at Earnheart Funeral Home, Whitewright, Texas from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Services will be held Friday, 4/26/02 at First Baptist Church, Whitewright, 9:00 AM. Burial will be held at McCune Cemetery in McCune, Kansas.
El Paso Times - Apr 24 2002

JAUREGUI, EMILIO JR.
54, passed away on Saturday April 20, 2002. He was a lifelong resident of Fabens and a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Jauregui is survived by his mother Manuela H. Jauregui, daughter Stanya Jauregui, and one grandchild. Other survivors include brothers Jose Ramon Jauregui, Lorenzo Jauregui, Ricardo Jauregui, Hector Jauregui, and sisters Gloria J. Munoz, Josefina J. Porras, Eva Keeper, Paula Stevens, Mary Lou Reza, Martha Jauregui, Delia Chacon, Ofelia Jauregui, and Bertha Jauregui. Visitation will be held on Thursday April 25, 2002 from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm with a rosary at 7:30 pm at Mt. Carmel Funeral Home Chapel. Prayer service will be held on Friday April 26, 2002 at 10:00 am at Mt. Carmel Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements are by Mt. Carmel Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - Apr 24 2002

GOMEZ, VELIA C.H.
72, went to be with our Lord on Monday, April 22, 2002. She was a longtime resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. She was a retired cashier for the Downtown-Placita Grocery and Canton Grocery Store. She is preceded in death by her husband, Alejandro T. Gomez and is survived by her son, Oscar Alejandro Gomez and his wife, Yvette Gomez; and her daughter, Velia Soledad Garza and her husband, Jesus Rolando Garza; grandchildren, Megan Celeste Garza, Andrea Elvira Garza and Anyssa Renee Gomez; brothers, Ediberto, Melchor and Jose Luis Chaparro and sisters, Herminia Holguin, Maria Luisa Holguin, Eduviges Arredondo and Magdalena Perez. Visitation will be Wednesday, April 24, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with the Rosary Service at 7:30 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home - Central. Funeral Mass will be Thursday, April 25, 2002 at 9:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Pallbearers, Oscar A. Gomez, Ricardo Holguin, Jose Luis Chaparro, Melchor Chaparro, Ruben Bencomo, Gilbert Holguin, Frank Holguin and Armando Holguin. Interment at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Visit www.mem.com.
El Paso Times - Apr 24 2002

Borsello, Daniel T. Gormley.
Nephew, Last Aunt and Uncle, Juanita Blackwell and James Blackwell of Opelika, Alabama. Michael was a graduate of Parkland High, 1981. Some knew him as Joe or Mike; to us, he was Brother Mike and Uncle Mike. Joe Mike has now gone to be with his parents, where he will never ever be alone, ever again. For each and every one of us that knew Joe or Brother Mike, there was something special about him that will stay in our hearts. He tried so very hard to fit into this society, since his accident in August 1976. He was hit by a car and left for dead. He came a long ways and all he ever wanted was to be loved, cared for, and accepted. Remembering his last words a day before his passing, he said, "Sis, I want to come home," and a few days before this, he told his niece, "Precious, I am so hungry, can you sneak me in a bologna sandwich and cut it into little pieces." He was not able to consume food or drink, as he aspirated. So Brother, as we lay you to rest, be at peace now and one day we will all be together again. Watch over us all and pray for us too! Never forget, we LOVE you very, very much! Mr. Blackwell will lie in state Thursday, April 25, 2002 at Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home, 8817 Dyer, from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. with rosary at 7:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held on Friday, April 26, 2002 at Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home at 1:30 p.m. Burial will be at Fort Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Apr 24 2002

MRS. IRENE L. GUILLEN,
74, passed away Saturday, April 20, 2002 in San Francisco. She was a longtime resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Guillen had been employed with the Ysleta Independent School District. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rosalio Guillen. Mrs. Guillen is survived by her sons, Rosalio Guillen and wife Cecilia, Jose Luis Guillen and wife Elvira, Enrique Guillen, Ernesto Guillen, and wife Xiao Jing, Juan Manuel Guillen and wife Sonia. Nieces, Ana Maria, Rita Monica, Maristela, Luz and Caroline Isabella. Nephews, Gabriel, Cristian and Sergio. Visitation will be Thursday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Thursday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Friday at 11:30 a.m. at San Antonio Catholic Church. Members of the family will serve as Pallbearers. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CAROLINA DR 598-3332
El Paso Times - Apr 24 2002

BLACKWELL, JOE MICHAEL
40, died on April 18, 2002 at a local hospital. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso. He was preceded in death by his dad, on February 12, 2002 and his mom on January 26, 1999. He is survived by his ever-loving family members, sisters, Gloria A. Diaz-Blackwell-Clark and Lillian M. Borsell. Brothers- in- laws, Michael R. Clark and Joseph P. Borsello. Nieces, Precious L. McGivney, Lisa M. Jacobsen and Nicole Borsello. Nephew, Daniel T. Gormley. Last Aunt and Uncle, Juanita Blackwell and James Blackwell of Opelika, Alabama. Michael was a graduate of Parkland High, 1981. Some knew him as Joe or Mike; to us, he was Brother Mike and Uncle Mike. Joe Mike has now gone to be with his parents, where he will never ever be alone, ever again. For each and every one of us that knew Joe or Brother Mike, there was something special about him that will stay in our hearts. He tried so very hard to fit into this society, since his accident in August 1976. He was hit by a car and left for dead. He came a long ways and all he ever wanted was to be loved, cared for, and accepted. Remembering his last words a day before his passing, he said, "Sis, I want to come home," and a few days before this, he told his niece, "Precious, I am so hungry, can you sneak me in a bologna sandwich and cut it into little pieces." He was not able to consume food or drink, as he aspirated. So Brother, as we lay you to rest, be at peace now and one day we will all be together again. Watch over us all and pray for us too! Never forget, we LOVE you very, very much! Mr. Blackwell will lie in state Thursday, April 25, 2002 at Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home, 8817 Dyer, from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. with rosary at 7:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held on Friday, April 26, 2002 at Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home at 1:30 p.m. Burial will be at Fort Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Apr 25 2002

O'TOOLE, MENDALL KINNEY
"JACK" Born: Saturday June 23, 1927 in Welch West Virginia Died: Friday April 19, 2002 in Houston Texas after a courageous year-long battle with Arteriovenus Malformation (AVM). He leaves behind his beloved wife of 53 years Gladys C. "Boots" O'Toole and his children: son Kevin O'Toole of Houston, TX, daughter Brigid O'Toole Fair of Corrales, NM, son Patrick O'Toole of San Diego, CA, and son Vincent O'Toole of Coppell, TX, his brother William J. O'Toole of El Paso, TX and his sister Deborah O'Toole Schafer of Albany, NY; he was preceded in death by their daughter Maggie O'Toole. Upon completion of his naval service in WWII, Jack earned a BBA from the University of Southern California. Jack and Boots settled in Culver City, CA where they began to raise a family while Jack taught school. The O'Tooles relocated to El Paso, Texas in 1957 when Jack took a job with El Paso Natural Gas Company from which he retired in 1983. The O'Tooles have been members of the parish of St. Matthew Catholic Church in El Paso since its inception. Mr. O'Toole is particularly known for leading members of St. Matthew parish on the yearly stations of the cross pilgrimage to the summit Mt. Cristo Rey every Good Friday for over 30 years. Mr. O'Toole has been active in several community associations, among them Discover El Paso!, Roncalli and the Serra Club. He was an avid golfer until his health prevented him from playing, and was always very active in his children's school activities including those at St. Patrick's Catholic School, Loretto High School and Coronado High School. "Big Jack's" family and his many friends all over the world will suffer the absence of his unique sense of humor and encyclopedic recollection of a stunning array of obscure historical (and often useless) information. We love him and our lives are poorer without him. We know he rests in peace with our Lord. Funeral Mass will be offered at St. Matthew Catholic Church 400 W. Sunset Dr. El Paso, TX 79922 (915) 584-3461 on Friday April 26 at 11:00 AM. A reception for the family will be held immediately after the funeral at the home of Charles and Virginia Hurd 6100 Pinehurst Dr. The family requests that charitable donations be directed to: The Christ Child Society, c/o Mrs. Terri Mowad, 4225 Norfolk Ln., El Paso, TX 79902 or Serra International, 65 East Wacker Place Suite 802, Chicago, IL 60601-7203
El Paso Times - Apr 26 2002

HANNAGAN, AURORA
70, passed away April 25, 2002. Lifelong resident of El Paso, Texas, born to the late Eduardo and Aurelia Quiroz. Ms. Hannagan was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witness. Left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Norela Hannagan, and Lorrain and Jeffrey Wayne, grandchildren Michael James Herrera, and Cassandra Larain Herrera. Brother Hector Quiroz, sisters Socorro Anchondo, Ernestina Cintron, and Patricia Martinez. Funeral service will be at 12:30 pm, on Saturday, April 27, 2002 at Sunset Funeral Home Northeast, located at 4631 Hondo Pass, Pastor Michael Chittick officiating. Interment will follow at Restlawn Memorial Park.
El Paso Times - Apr 26 2002

KELLEY, DR. JOHN T.
86, passed away on April 24, 2002. He was born in Waco, Texas, the son of John T. and Edna Kelley. He moved to El Paso in 1946 and has lived here since then. John T., as he was lovingly referred to by family and friends, began his private practice of Orthodontics in El Paso with Dr. William Chapman. He practiced his profession here for 45 years, retiring in 1986. His pre-dental studies were done at Baylor University in Waco after which he completed his dental degree from Kansas City Western Dental School in 1938. After graduating from dental school, John T. was inducted into the military where he had a distinguished career. Captain Kelley was awarded the Silver Star while serving in the South Pacific Theater during World War II. John T. also served his dental profession well. He was president of the El Paso District Dental Society from 1952-1953, president of the Texas Society of Orthodontics in 1982, and was a member of the Texas Tweed Society. He was also a diplomat of the American Board of Orthodontics, as well as a member of the American Dental Association, the Texas Dental Association, the American Association of Orthodontics, and the Southwest Society of Orthodontists. He is survived by his wife, Margaret, his sons, John T. Kelley III of Austin, Dr. James E. Kelley of El Paso and his daughter Margaret Ann Tipton of Austin. His loving grandchildren include Bryan and Marjann Kelley of Austin, Kristen Curtis of Seattle, Washington, Allison Dickinson of Irving, Texas, Allysa Oliver and Chris Tipton of Austin, Texas, three great grandchildren, Allison and Kendall Curtis of Seattle and Will Oliver of Austin. Pallbearers include Bryan Kelley, Chris Tipton, David Curtis, Lance Dickinson, David Oliver, Dr. Truett Maddox, Dr. Dean Emons, Dr. Hoot Gibson, Bobby and Bingo Brown and Jim Ferguson. Funeral Service will be held Monday, April 29, 2002 at 9:30 a.m. at Martin Funeral Home West. Interment will follow at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. Special thanks should be given to the entire staff of Monte Vista Alzheimer's Unit for their loving and tender care of John T. The family requests that charitable contributions be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 4400 North Mesa Street, Suite 9, El Paso, Texas 79902.
El Paso Times - Apr 27 2002

ARNEY, RONALD LEE SR.,
61, passed away Thursday, April 25, 2002 in a local hospital. He was a resident of El Paso for 30 years. Mr. Arney was employed with Hollow Silver Works and was a veteran of the U.S. Army having served during the Vietnam War. He was preceded in death by his parents Redwin and Lucy Irene Arney and infant daughter Lori Dawn Arney. He is survived by his wife Roberta Arney, daughters Sabrina Arney, Stacy, Sarah Walker, all of El Paso. Also Ronald L. Arney, Jr. of Tucson, Az., Kathy Sturgeon of Terre Haute, In., Kelly Ecker of Fl., Kevin Arney of Brazil, In., and granddaughter Sydney Walker and 14 other grandchildren. Visitation will be Sunday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Doniphan. Graveside Service will be Monday at 9:30 a.m. at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Interment will follow in Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME - DONIPHAN. 5054 DONIPHAN DR. 587-0202
El Paso Times - Apr 27 2002

CASTANON, ESPERANZA
98, passed away April 26, 2002. Longtime resident of El Paso. She is preceded in death by her husband Rafael Castanon, children Rafael Castanon Jr. and Graciela Castanon and survived by her sons: Francisco Castanon, Jesus Castanon, Roberto Castanon; daughters: Estela Chacon, Elena Hernandez, Angela Jimenez, and Rebeca Castanon. 24 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren and 11 great-great grandchildren. Visitation will be on Saturday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. with rosary at 7:00 p.m. at El Paso Mission Funeral Home Chapel. Mass will be on Monday at Sacred Heart Church at 10:00 a.m. Members of the family will serve as pallbearers. Interment at Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by El Paso Mission Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - Apr 27 2002

Hunnicutt, Martin A.
73, our most beloved Dad, "A good man with a firm hand. He always stood up for what was right," passed away April 20 2002 in an automobile accident. Martin was a long time resident of El Paso and loved by many. Preceded in death by his wife of 49 years Virgie. Survived by his wife of two years, Evelyn; daughters, Polly League, Sandra Pickett, Gail Hunnicutt, Janice Cardwell; son, Bruce Hunnicutt; eleven grandchildren and ten great grandchildren. Services held in Parker Funeral Home, Baird, Texas. On-Line: www.HunnicuttFamily.com
El Paso Times - Apr 28 2002

CHRISTOPHER, GEORGE W.
Lt. Col. (Ret.), U.S. Air Force, an early Panhandle aviator and career military officer. Born in Texhoma, Oklahoma in 1908, he graduated from high school in Hazelton, Kansas in 1926 and attended Harding College in Arkansas. In 1934, he soloed in Pampa, Texas and flew in the Texas Panhandle as a barnstormer, fixed-base operator, and corporate pilot during the 1930's. In 1939 he became a civilian flight instructor training Air Corps Cadets at Love Field in Dallas. While there he met his future wife, Geneva Witherspoon. Subsequently, he worked as a test pilot for the Civil Aeronautics Administration in Santa Monica, California and as an air force officer in Virginia, Washington, DC, Utah, Arkansas, and overseas. During a combat tour in South Korea, where he flew photo reconnaissance missions in B-26s, he received the Distinguished Flying Cross. In 1961 while serving with NATO in Naples, Italy he received the Air Force Commendation Medal. After he and his wife retired in El Paso in the early 1960s, he worked as a Red Cross volunteer at William Beaumont Army Medical Center for over 15 years. In 1991 George Christopher published a collection of his flying stories from the 1930s through the 1950s titled Pioneer Pilot from the Texas Panhandle. The four chapters on the 1930s provide a rare first-person account of flying during that decade. His book is in several libraries with aviation or West Texas history collections and, together with his pilot's logbooks and photo albums, is in the Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum in Canyon, Texas. He belonged to the OX-5 Aviation Pioneers and the Order of Daedalians. He is survived by his daughter, Laura C. Newmark, of Carmel, California and by his longtime friends, Joe and Paula Russo, of El Paso. Graveside Service will be Monday, April 29, 2002 at 2:30 p.m. at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with Military Honors.
El Paso Times - Apr 28 2002

HOLGUIN, FRANCISCA S.
95, passed away peacefully at home Wednesday April 24, 2002. She was a beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was a lifelong resident of El Paso and member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, member of Sacramento Senior Citizens, volunteer worker for Ronald McDonald House and other volunteer organizations. Preceded in death by her husband Lorenzo Holguin; daughters Mary Alva and Gloria Pinela; son Arturo Holguin. Survivors include daughters Aida Beltran and Lucy Moreno; 18 grandchildren, 41 great grandchildren. Visitation will be Sunday 3-9 p.m. with rosary services at 7:00 p.m. at Harding Orr & McDaniel Chapel. Funeral mass will be Monday 12:15 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church with interment at Ft. Bliss National cemetery. Pallbearers, Mike Beltran, David Beltran, Robert Alva, Sal lva, Adrian Nunez, Bill Moreno, Rick Loya; honorary pallbearers Ricky Olivas and Pete Beltran.
El Paso Times - Apr 28 2002

Corona, Erasmo L.
70, passed away Wednesday, April 24, 2002 in El Paso. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Corona was a retired mechanic and was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He is survived by his wife Elena Corona. Son, Tomas Corona. Daughters, Herlinda C. Ulloa, Catalina C. Cavazos, Rebecca Corona-Hernando and Norma E. Corona. 19 Grandchildren and 19 Great Grandchildren. Sister, Bertha C. Munoz. Visitation will be Sunday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Sunday at 7 p.m. at San Elizario Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be Monday at 12:15 p.m. at San Elizario Catholic Church. Members of the family will serve as pallbearers. Interment will follow in Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CAROLINA DRIVE. 598-3332
El Paso Times - Apr 28 2002

ARAT, MARTHA ELENA
69, passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2002. She was born and raised in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico to the late Enrique and Carmen Amaya. Martha had been a resident of El Paso since 1959 and was an ardent supporter of the Catholic Church. She is survived by her husband Arsavir Arat M.D.; her son Sarkis Arat and wife Gemma and their son Hafiz; her daughter Claudia Arat Segrest and husband Michael and their son Dylan. She is also survived by her brother Edmundo C. Amaya and his wife Elvia, and their children, Patricia Ferguson and husband Mervin, and Edmundo A. Amaya and wife Gabriela. She was known as an accomplished visual artist and contributed to the El Paso art scene in many different capacities. She was a former advisory board member for the City of El Paso Arts Resources Department, a founder and past president of the JUNTOS Art Association, a former board member of the El Paso Symphony, and served on the Twelve Travelers of the Southwest advisory committee. Visitation will be held Sunday, April 28, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home West, where Rosary will begin at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held Monday, April 29, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, Fr. Martin Ariaga officiating. Interment will follow at Mount Carmel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Anthony's Seminary, 4601 Hastings, El Paso, Texas 79903.
El Paso Times - Apr 28 2002

LERMA, JULIA H.
born on September 18, 1927, went home to be with the Lord on April 24, 2002. Preceded in death by her mother Flavia Chavez and her brother Salvador Herrera. Survived by her loving husband of 47 years, Raul R. Lerma, sons, Raul H. Lerma, his wife Gloria, Enrique Lerma and his wife Monica. Daughters, Leticia Vigil, her husband Steven, Patricia Hernandez, her husband Roger. Ten grandchildren who she loved deeply. April and Elaine Lerma, Adrian Martin Del Campo, Paulina, Claudia Dana, Joseph and Victoria Hernandez, also Joshua and Samuel Lerma. She is also survived by her sister Juanita Portillo, her husband Hector. She was a loving, devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Proud to be born in Chihuahua, Mexico, she also dreamed of becoming an American citizen which was realized in January 1994. Mom, you were loved by all who knew you and you will be greatly missed. The family would like to thank Dr. Ambrose Aboud and his staff for their support and compassion for the last twelve years. Also Dr. Tune and Dr. Mummady and the staff at Providence Memorial Hospital. Visitation will be Sunday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Sunday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Monday at 9:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Raul Lerma, Enrique Lerma, Steven Vigil, Roger Hernandez, Adrian Martin Del Campo and Arturo Portillo. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Cancer Society. Interment will be in Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598-3332
El Paso Times - Apr 28 2002

Spain, Elizabeth Shaw
Our most beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, departed life on Tuesday, April 23, 2002. She was born on July 24, 1931 to the union of Fred and Thelma (Davis) Shaw, in Sanford, Florida. She united in marriage with Clifford Spain Jr., on January 31, 1952. She moved to El Paso in 1955, where she resided until her demise. She was a member of the Mt. Zion Baptist Church. Her husband, Clifford Spain Jr., and daughter Sandra Delores Spain Lorick, preceded her in death. Her survivors include: her children Alma Jeanette Brown (Lonnie) and Patricia A. Spain of El Paso, Texas; Raymond Frederick Spain (Diane) and Clifford Spain III of Redwood City, California. She had 7 grandchildren, and 7 great grandchildren, 3 God children and a host of nieces and nephews of Sanford, Florida. Visitations are being held Sunday, April 28, 2002 at Martin Funeral Home East, 1460 George Dieter Dr., from 4-9 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, April 29, 2002 at Mt. Zion Baptist Church at 11:30 a.m. Burial will follow at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Apr 28 2002

VALDIVIA, ISABEL
87, passed away Friday, April 26, 2002. He was a longtime resident of El Paso, Texas and a retiree of Sunland Park Race Track. His memory will be cherished by his wife Petra, two sons Juan and Ricardo, daughter Lupe and daughter-in-law Cecilia. He is also survived by four sisters and one brother. He will also be remembered by 19 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. We'll love you and miss you always Grandpa Chavelo. Also 5 step children. Funeral arrangements entrusted to La Paz Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - Apr 28 2002

FRANCO, DAVID
Our most beloved father, grandfather and great grandfather, was welcomed into the kingdom of Heaven on April 25, 2002. He was a lifelong resident of East El Paso and born in Las Animas, Colorado, to Mr & Mrs Jesus Franco. He served our Country in World War II, and was awarded a metal for Good Conduct and a Bronze Star. He was preceded in death by parents and his wife Clementina Franco. He is survived by his children, Juan Franco, Jose Guadalupe Franco and David Franco Jr. He is also survived by 8 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren, brothers, Domingo Franco and Eauristo Franco. Pallbearers will be Jose Franco, Robert Wegizen, Juan Franco Jr., Daniel Franco, Daivd Franco, Martin De La Cruz, David Franco Jr., and Juan Franco. Visitation will be from 3-9 p.m. Monday, at Sunset Funeral Home East, Chapel of Remembrance, with the recital of the rosary at 7:00 p.m. Mass of the Resurrection will be said at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, at San Francisco De Assisi Catholic Church, 3501 Morehead. He will be laid to rest with Military Honors, at Fort Bliss National Park. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home East.
El Paso Times - Apr 28 2002

SCOTT, JAMES MORGAN JR.
61, passed away on April 26, 2002. He had been a resident of El Paso since 1981 and was a member of Vista Ysleta United Methodist Church. Mr Scott graduated from Plymouth High School in Michigan and Eastern Michigan University. He was a member of the Theta Chi Fraternity and a Life Member of the B.P.O. of Elks. He was preceded in death by his father, James; and brother, David. He is survived by his wife, Lynn; his mother, Alice Scott of Venice, Florida; four loving children, Catherine Meads of Arlington, Texas; James Scott, III, of Turlock, California; Bryan Scott of Keene, Texas; Andrew Wilson of Dallas, Texas; and four beautiful grandchildren. Mr. Scott is also survived by a nephew, Blake Scott, of Valdosta, Georgia; a niece, Shelley Collins, of Cumming, Georgia; and an uncle, David Scott, of Venice, Florida. A memorial service will be held at the Vista Ysleta United Methodist Church, 11860 Rojas Drive on Tuesday, April 30th at 10:00 a.m., the Reverend Tom Garmon officiating. In lieu of flowers, a donation to La Mariposa Hospice, 5017 Dyer, El Paso, TX 79930, would be appreciated. Arrangements by Kaster Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - Apr 28 2002

CONTRERAS, PORFIRIO G.
"Pilo" 78, passed away on Saturday April 27, 2002. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso, Texas and a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Contreras retired from Lee Moor Farms after working there for 45 years. Mr. Contreras is preceded in death by his parents Jesus and Cruz Contreras, and sister Rose Rojas. He is survived by his wife Catalina Arrieta Contreras, daughters Olga Ruth Contreras, and Norma Contreras. Other survivors include brothers Salvador Contreras, Jesus Contreras Jr., Roberto Contreras, and sisters Esperanza Fabela, and Carmen Clikas from Mariana, Florida. Along with many nieces and nephews. Pallbearers are Osvaldo Contreras, Herman Contreras, Diego Contreras, Gene Arrieta, John Arrieta, and Rod Legarreta. Honorary pallbearers will be Jesus Contreras Jr., Roberto Contreras, Urbano Fabela, and Vaughn Groce. Visitation will be held on Monday April 29, 2002 at Mt. Carmel Funeral Home from 2:00PM to 5:00PM. Along with a visitation at Santo Nino de Atocha Parish from 5:30PM to 8:30PM with a Rosary at 7:00PM. Funeral Mass will be held Tuesday April 30, 2002 at 1:30PM at Santo Nino de Atocha Parish, Interment will follow at Evergreen East Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association. Arrangements are by Mt. Carmel Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - Apr 29 2002

ESPINOZA, ROBERTO SR.
66, passed away Saturday, April 27, 2002 in a local hospital. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Espinoza had been employed with Farah Manufacturing for 17 years and was recently the owner of a car lot/gas station. He is survived by his wife Cuca Espinoza. Sons, Roberto Espinoza, Jr., Willie Espinoza and Isidro Espinoza. Daughters, Angela Zahid, Sandra Herrera and Martha Betenia. Grandchildren, Bianca & Marco Herrera, Nicole & Andrea Betenia, Willie Espinoza, Jr., Omar Zahid, Sonia, Robert and Gabriel Espinoza. Brothers, Aurelio Adame and Luis Alfaro. Sister, Cecilia Alvarado and Aurelia Armendariz. Visitation will be Tuesday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home-Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Tuesday at 7 p.m at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Wednesday at 10 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church. Members of the family will serve as pallbearers. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CAROLINA DRIVE 598-3332.
El Paso Times - Apr 29 2002

THURMAN, JESS
age 65, passed away Friday, April 26, 2002. A life long resident of El Paso, Jess was a graduate of Austin High School and attended Texas Western College. He began his career in the finance business, later moving into the retail furniture business. He then began his own furniture and upholstery business with his wife, Kathy. His wife continued the business as Jess began to build Jess Thurman Computers. After selling his retail computer business, he continued as a computer consultant working with the librarians at the E.P.I.S.D and various military contracts. Jess was an avid outdoorsman that included hiking, hunting and running marathons. He was a member of First Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Kathy. Jess is survived by his brothers, Richard and his wife, Frances; Ed and his wife, Sandy; and his sister, Judy Sandridge and her husband, Steve; his sons, Rusty Patteson and his wife Jan; Jason Patteson and his wife Serina; and John Watson; his grandchildren, Taylor and Trevor Patteson, Brittany Wood, and Wesley and Wyatt Patteson; nieces and nephews, Laura and Rusty Schwartz, Linde Thurman, Clay and Wendy Thurman, Jennifer and Joe Eckert, Jetta Pearson, Elbert and Adriane Farr, Boyce and Dalyn Farr and David Farr; several grandnieces; several loving family members of the Binder, Baumgartner and Kramhoellers; numerous loving friends on his cul de sac and numerous other caring friends who were his companions and strength throughout. Visitation will be held Monday, April 29, 2002 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Kaster-Maxon and Futrell Northeast Chapel, 8817 Dyer. Funeral service will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at First Baptist Church with Dr. Levi Price, Jr. officiating. Interment will be in Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church Building Fund or charity of your choice.
El Paso Times - Apr 29 2002

DIAZ, JOSEFINA
86, Our most beloved mother, grandmother and sister, was welcomed into the kingdom of Heaven on April 26, 2002. She was a lifelong resident of El Paso, and born to Ciracio and Dolores Herrera. She is survived by her loving husband of 51 years, Mr. Jose C. Diaz, also survived by daughter Cecilia Herrera and grandson Gabriel Herrera; brothers, Ernesto Lonvelin and wife Grace, Ruben Lonvelin and wife Margie. Pallbearers will be Ernesto Lonvelin, Sr., Ruben Lonvelin, Ernesto Lonvelin, Jr., Juan Vasquez, Frank Dominguez, Gabriel Herrera and Albert Gonzalez and Arturo Hernandez III. Visitation will be from 4-9 p.m., Tuesday, at Sunset Funeral Home - East, Chapel of Peace, with the recital of the rosary at 7:30 p.m. Mass of the Resurrection will be said at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, at St. Francis Xavier, 519 S. Latta St. She will be laid to rest at Mount Carmel Cemetery. The family would like to thank Dr. Castillo, Dr. Lopez, the staff at Vista Hills, Highland Rehab and Del Sol Medical Center. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home - East.
El Paso Times - Apr 30 2002

BARRY, JOHN C.
70, passed away Friday, April 26, 2002. Born in Canton, South Dakota, he married Elsbeth Wachtler April 29, 1952. He retired from the United States Army and went on to work for NASA and concluded his career in the Department of Defense. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and brother. He is survived by wife, Elsbeth Barry; sons John E. Barry and wife Suzanne and Robert M. Barry and wife Karen; granddaughters Jennifer, Karina and Erin Barry; great grandson Daniel Barry; brother Robert Barry and sister Bonnie Cason. He will truly be missed by all that knew him. Visitation will be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 30, 2002 at Sunset Funeral Home- Northeast, 4631 Hondo Pass. Funeral Mass will be at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church on Wednesday, May 1, 2002 at 9:45 a.m. Father John Telles will officiate. Interment will follow at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Humane Society. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home - Northeast.
El Paso Times - Apr 30 2002

CROSS, MARY AUGUSTA
born in Waco, Texas, on June 6, 1913, the daughter of Oliver Harlan Cross and Mary Augusta Watt passed away on Sunday, April 28, 2002. She studied at the Cochran Art Gallery and was a student of N.C. Wyeth (father of Andrew Wyeth). As an artist, she worked in many mediums, such as paintings, photography, hooked rugs, plexiglas, wood, and pottery. While living in Connecticut, the New York Times ran a feature story regarding her work in designing her home and constructing the furniture in it. She owned an art gallery in Burlingame, California, and her work was featured in numerous newspapers at the time. She was a devoted and loving mother. She was preceded in death by her husband. Mary is survived by her brother, Harlan Cross, and two sons, Clinton Cross (an Assistant El Paso County Attorney) and Harlan Cross of Chicago, Illinois. Private services will be held at a later date.
El Paso Times - Apr 30 2002

Montez, Juan Roberto
"Johnny" 60, passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2002. He was a life- long resident of El Paso. He is survived by his four daughters; Lily M. Saenz, Martha M. Pereida, Gloria M. Arreola, and Patricia M. Vela. He is also survived by four sisters and one brother; Lilia Hernandez, Estela Ytuarte, Ofelia Lay, Josefina Montes, and Joe Montes. A special memorial service will be held on Tuesday, April 30th at 2:00 pm at Calvary Chapel, 1771 N. Zaragosa, El Paso, Texas 79936.
El Paso Times - Apr 30 2002

Herrera, Darlene Alexandria
age 13, born April 13, 1989 in El Paso, Tx., passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2002 in Colorado Springs, CO. She had been a resident of El Paso for 5 years. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Agapito and Bertha Rojo. Darlene is survived by her mother, Genoveva Cano, and step-father, Arturo Cano. Brother, Juan Cano. Aunts, Hilda Stolte, Becky Gallegos, and Yolanda Romero and her uncle, Jose Rojo and other relatives and friends. Visitation will be Tuesday from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Wednesday at 12 noon at St. Paul Catholic Church. Members of the family will serve as pallbearers. Darlene was the sweetest little angel and touched many lives. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. We all love you, and we will be together again someday. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598- 3332
El Paso Times - Apr 30 2002

Charlotte Calavenna,
87, passed away Sunday, April 28, 2002 in a local hospital. She was originally from Detroit, Michigan and had lived in Horizon City for 24 years before moving to El Paso. She had been a resident of El Paso for 6 years and was a member of St. Raphael Catholic Church. Mrs. Calavenna had been employed as a supervisor and inspector for Chrysler Corporation with 35 years of service. She was an excellent housekeeper, cook and baker. A very loving, caring and understanding person who will be missed by all who knew her. She is survived by her husband, George H. Calavenna. Sons, David Calavenna and Martin Calavenna. Visitation will be Tuesday and Wednesday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Thursday at St. Raphael Catholic Church with time pending. Members of the family will serve as pallbearers. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CAROLINA DR 598-3332.
El Paso Times - Apr 30 2002

OAXACA, TSGT RUBEN M.
U.S.A.F. (RET.), 70, was assigned to his final tour of duty on Sunday, April 28, 2002. He was a longtime resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Ruben was a Vietnam Veteran having served his country as a TSGT in the U.S. Air Force, and was a lifetime member of the V.F.W. Post #8782. He was retired from the El Paso Sheriff's Department, and a member of the Emiliano Zapata Charro Association. He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Julia A. Oaxaca; son, Luis Enrique Oaxaca and his wife, Lourdes Oaxaca; daughters, Rosa Maria Oaxaca and Elva Irene Oaxaca; grandchildren, Rebecca, Geraldo, Ana, Jessica E., David, Luis, Jessica R. and Ruben; great grandchildren, John, David, Alexander, Q. Sierra, Kaitlyn and Braden; brothers, Raul, Oscar, Armando, Gabriel and Francisco Oaxaca; sister, Martha Ramirez; brother-in-law, Paul Anguiano Sr.; sister - in - law, Gregoria Calvillo and various nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Tuesday, April 30, 2002 from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with the rosary service at 7:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home-Central Chapel. Funeral mass will be Wednesday, May 1, 2002 at 9:00 a.m. at Cristo Rey Catholic Church. Interment at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with full military honors. Memorial contributions to Hospice of El Paso in Ruben's memory.
El Paso Times - Apr 30 2002

Prati, Bernadino
"Bennie" passed away on Sunday, April 28, 2002, two months before his 90th birthday. He was born in Lipari, Italy on June 29, 1912. His family brought him to America when he was four years old. His uncle Bartolo (Bob) Taranto owned and operated the Model Bar, which was located on the corner of San Antonio and Stanton. The bar was frequented by prominent businessmen, and even the infamous Pancho Villa. Bennie's father, Joe Prati, Sr., moved the family to the farm he built in 1918. From the farm Bennie and his brother Silvio walked to church at the Socorro Mission. They also attended school at the Ysleta Mission in a one-room schoolhouse. In 1926 Joe Prati, Sr. built Tri State Lumber Company on the old country road which is now known as 5660 El Paso Drive. In 1929 Tri State Lumber Company began building houses. Tri State Lumber Company built a grocery store, gas station and motor court at 5660 Alameda. In 1935 Bennie became the manager of Prati's Grocery Store and Rome Courts. Bennie was drafted into the Army in 1942. He worked as an Armorer handler and managed the PX in India during WWII. In 1956, he joined his brothers, Silvio and Joe, Jr. in Prati and Prati General Contractors. Their construction company built many schools, churches, hospitals, and military structures in the El Paso area. In 1987, he and his brothers retired and closed the construction business. Bennie loved the El Paso culture. His first language was Italian, but soon became fluent in English and Spanish. Bennie was proud to be an American, and truly believed that it was a blessing to live in the United States. He was an avid fisherman and hunter. Countless days were spent at Elephant Butte with his family and friends. He is preceded in death by his wife CLara Mae Crutcher Prati, and his sister Connie Caldarella. He is survived by his children, Lela Prati Selby of Denver, and Paul B. Prati, owner of Prati and Prati Real Estate Inspection. His grandchildren are Gina Selby, Erin Selby, Carissa Prati, Jenna Prati, Paul Bennie Prati, Jr., and Ryan Harding. HIs one great-grandson is Skyler Houston Prati. He is also survived by his brothers, Silvio Prati and Joe Prati, Jr., and his sister Rosalind Prati. In lieu of flowers, please send checks to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, formerly known as The Ysleta Mission where Bennie attended school, 131 S. Zaragosa, El Paso, TX 79907 c/o Mission Restoration. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 30th at Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home. Graveside Service will be Wednesday, May 1st at Fort Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Apr 30 2002