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Obituaries

February 2002

LARCON, JESSICA PEREA
94, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, January 22, 2002. She was aresident of El Paso since 1911 and was a member of the Catholic Church. She is preceded in death by her husband, CleofasAlarcon. Survived by her son, Raul Alarcon; daughters and their husbands, Emma and Pedro A. Reyes, Alicia and Paul J.Rogawski; niece (whom she raised as her own daughter), Laura M. Perea; 7 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.Memorial mass will be on Saturday, February 2, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Raphael Catholic Church, 2301 Zanzibar, Msgr.Francis J. Smith, V.G., P.A. officiating. Inurnment at Evergreen-Alameda following the memorial mass. The familyrequests that no flowers be sent.
El Paso Times - Feb 1 2002

STAFFELDT, BETTY O. (EVANS),
75, passed away on January 20, 2002 in Phoenix, Arizonaafter a five-month battle with cancer. She formerly lived in Las Cruces, New Mexico and after retiring, moved to LagunaHills, California, and finally Sun Lakes, Arizona. She was born in Burlington, Iowa on January 24, 1926, the daughter ofJack Orr and Dorothy Clarkson. She graduated from Dixon High School in Dixon, Illinois and attended college inMilwaukee, Wisconsin. She worked for many years at New Mexico State University as an executive secretary and ended herworking career with New Mexico Governor Carruthers as his scheduling secretary. Betty is preceded in death by herhusband Dr. Eugene E. Staffeldt of Las Cruces, New Mexico and her second husband Jack Turner of Riverside, California.She is survived by her husband Evan W. Evans of Sun Lakes, Arizona, her stepmother, Mary Orr and her half-sister LindaCarrillo, both of Bettendorf, Iowa, her two sons Mark Staffeldt of Las Vegas, Nevada and Paul Staffeldt of El Paso,Texas, and seven grandchildren, Desiree, Mark, and Stephan of Las Vegas, Nevada, Jonathan of Los Angeles, California,Jeffrey of Roscoe, Illinois, and Michael and Christopher of El Paso, Texas. There will be a graveside memorial serviceand burial at the Las Cruces Masonic Cemetery, 760 South Compress Road (505) 526-9474 in Las Cruces, New Mexico onSaturday, February 2, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. Please make contri-butions to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower Avenue,Phoenix, Arizona 85014 in her honor.
El Paso Times - Feb 1 2002

ASHRAFZADEH, PATRICIA DURAN
39, sacrificed her life to save her husband children. Aloving mother, a faithful wife, a beautiful daughter, beloved sister, a dear aunt, a friend to talk to, a generousgiver, and a smile that brightened up your day will truly be remembered. Loved by family and friends is survived byJalil, loving husband of 19 years, sons Amir and Andy, daughter-in-law Lorena, parents Raul and Sara Duran, in-laws Mr.and Mrs. Ghassem Ashrafzadeh, sisters Margie and Bea, and brother Jaime, and brother-in-laws Lorenzo, Gary Lee Ghassem,Jalal and Jamal, and sister-in-laws Nahid, Jackie, Manigeh and many nieces and nephews. The visitation will be from 6 pmto 9 pm with services beginning at 7 pm at the Kaster and Maxon Futrell Funeral Home, 8817 Dyer.. Darling Mommy Pat yourlove and spirit will forever live in our hearts.
El Paso Times - Feb 1 2002

MOLEEN, BROOKS TYMON
"Roni" 31, passed away Fri., Jan. 25, 2002 in El Paso. Ty returnedto El Paso after spending many years in the US Navy and residing in St. Mary's, Georgia, and Daytona, Florida. He was avalued employee of Time Warner. Ty is survived by his wife Amy Moleen and 6 children: Aayron Cornelius, Brooke Tyler,Christopher Cymon, Benjamin Westley, Kayla Eden and Billy Pastel. He is also survived by his mother, Sherry Clements andsister, Crystal Van Lom. An education fund has been established for the children and a private memorial is to be held.For details please contact the Hampton Mortuary. (915) 764-2254.
El Paso Times - Feb 12002

JONES, ESTELLE
78, passed away Wednesday, January 31, 2002. Longtime El Paso resident.Survived by sons Charles L. Jones and wife, Eva, Nathan E. Jones and wife, Kay, and Roy W. Jones and wife Nancy,grandchildren Patricia Butler, Peggy Vera, Marri Nadeau, Bobby Jones, Lee Ann Richardson, Rebecca Helm, Jennifer Smith,Cathy Mitchell and Shelly Siegfried, 16 great grandchildren and one brother Jeff T. McLaughlin, and many nieces andnephews. Mrs. Jones will lie in state from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home Montana. Funeral Servicewill be held at 9:15 a.m. Saturday at Martin Chapel. Burial at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Feb 1 2002

Santos, Norma Sylvia
60, passed away Wednesday, January 30, 2002. Mrs. Santos lived mostof her life in El Paso. Survived by her husband Eliud Santos, sons Carlos E. Santos and wife Margie, Ricardo Santos andwife Sandra, daughters Sylvia E. Santos and husband Paul Snow, Ruth and husband Angel Onate, grandchildren Carlos E.Santos and Ricardo Santos, Jr. Mrs. Santos will lie in state Saturday from 12 Noon until 3:00 p.m. at Martin FuneralHome Montana. Scripture Service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Saturday at Martin Chapel. Interment will be private.
El Paso Times - Feb 1 2002

BUSTAMANTE, JOSE H.,
84, Visitation: 8-10 a.m., Friday, February 1, 2002, at SunsetFuneral Home - East, Chapel of Peace. Funeral Mass: 10:30 a.m., Friday, February 1, 2002, at Little Flower CatholicChurch. Interment at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by Sunset Funeral Home - East.
El Paso Times - Feb 1 2002

CARRILLO, LUCIANO ALARCON,
71, Funeral Mass: 12:15 p.m., Friday, February 1, 2002, atCristo Rey Catholic Church. Interment at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with Military Honors. Arrangements by SunsetFuneral Home - East.
El Paso Times - Feb 1 2002

GARCIA, ALICIA,
74, Visitation: 2-9 p.m. with Rosary at 7 p.m., Friday, February 1, 2002,at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Funeral Mass: 9 a.m., Saturday, February 2, 2002, at Our Lady of the ValleyCatholic Church. Burial at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina.
El Paso Times - Feb 1 2002

GARCIA, VICTOR M.,
65, Visitation: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. with Rosary at 11 a.m., Saturday,February 2, 2002, at San Jose Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral Mass: 12:15 p.m., Saturday, February 2, 2002, at St. IgnatiusChurch. Arrangements by San Jose Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - Feb 1 2002

GONZALEZ, RALPH LUIS,
87, Memorial Service: 2 p.m., Saturday, February 2, 2002, atHillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Arrangements by Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina.
El PasoTimes - Feb 1 2002

HICKMAN, WALLACE DEAN,
72, Visitation: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. with Funeral Service at 2 p.m.,Saturday, February 2, 2002, at Elmwood Funeral Home & Memorial Park, 5750 Hwy. 277 South, Abilene, TX. Burial at ElmwoodMemorial Park. Directed by Elmwood Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - Feb 1 2002

SERRATOS, TRINIDAD,
83, Visitation: 2-9 p.m. with Rosary at 7 p.m., Friday, February 1,2002, at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Doniphan. Funeral Service: Saturday, February 2, 2002, at Hillcrest Chapel (timepending). Arrangements by Hillcrest Funeral Home - Doniphan.
El Paso Times - Feb 12002

VENEGAS, ERICA,
22, Visitation: 3-9 p.m. with Rosary at 7 p.m., Friday, February 1, 2002,at Hillcrest Funeral Home Chapel - Carolina. Funeral Mass: 9 a.m., Saturday, February 2, 2002, at San Antonio CatholicChurch. Burial at Evergreen East Cemetery. Arrangements by Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina.
ElPaso Times - Feb 1 2002

WILSON, INZA A.,
88, Memorial Service: 1 p.m., Saturday, February 2, 2002, at VistaYsletaUnited Methodist Church. Arrangements by Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - Feb1 2002

Ortega, Carolina Melendez
4 Dec 1928-30 Jan 2002 A terrific bilingual teacher who workedat Aoy School for over 20 years. Preceded in death by husband Jesus Moralez Ortega and her parents; Donaciano Melendezand Guadalupe Sapien Melendez. Survived by sons Jesus Ortega Jr., El Paso, Texas and Nino Ortega, San Antonio, Texas. 6Grandchildren, 7 brothers & 2 sisters. I do not Fear tomorrow For I have lived today And though my course was stormy, MyPilot knew the way. I do not Fear tomorrow I shall not sail alone; The same true Pilot shall be with me, He neverforsakes His own I do not Fear tomorrow! If the sails set east or west, On sea or safe in harbor, In Him, secure I rest.Pallbearers are: Jesus Ortega Jr., Jesus Christian Ortega, Donaciano Melendez Jr., Don M. Melendez, Camerino Santiago &Jose Santiago Jr. Visitation will be held on Sunday, February 03, 2002 at Martin Funeral Home East from 4:00 until 9:00p.m. with a Rosary at 7:00. A Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, February 04, 2002 at San Antonio Catholic Church at9:15 a.m. Burial will take place at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Feb 22002

NUNEZ, HILARIO
passed away January 29, 2002. Survived by 1 son, and 4 daughters, 28grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren, 5 great great grandchildren. Visitation Hampton Valley Mortuary Chapel Feb. 3,2002 from 2:00-6:00 p.m. Funeral 10:00 a.m. Monday First Baptist Church Fabens Rev. Larry Hutchins officiating.Interment Fabens Cemetery. Directed by Hampton Valley Mortuary.
El Paso Times - Feb 22002

GUERRA, MR. ANTONIO V.
66, passed away Thursday, January 31, 2002 in El Paso. He was alifelong resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Guerra retired from Quality GMC Trucks with 25years of service. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Norma Guerra, his father, Rafael Guerra, and his brother,Roberto V. Guerra. Mr. Guera is survived by his beloved wife of 46 years, Elisa Guerra. Mother, Josephina Guerra. Son,Roberto Guerra. Visitation will be Sunday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of theRosary will be Sunday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Monday at 10 a.m. at Santo Nino de AtochaCatholic Church with Msgr. Jose Gomez officiating. Pallbearers will be Manny Ayala Jr., Guadalupe Garcia, PhillipLaymon, Richard Perez, Sal Reyes, Michael Guerra, Ernesto Seigel and Phillipe Pacheco. Honorary Pallbearers will beAmador Benavides, Frank Escobar, Alfredo Ortega, Johnny Padilla, Rick Cohen, Billy Davidson, Ray Valdez and Raul Ortega.The Guerra family would like to express their heartfelt appreciation to relatives, Dr. Hector Maldonado, neighbors andfriends for their companionship and love during his long illness. May you be rewarded by Our Lord. Interment will be inMount Carmel Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive. 598-3332.
El PasoTimes - Feb 2 2002

ROBALIN, MICHAEL ANN
"Micki" loving wife, mother, grandmother and good friend to many,passed away at her home on February 1, 2002. Born January 20, 1936, in San Antonio, Texas. Married to Arthur JeromeRobalin on March 3, 1957. Preceded in death by her beloved husband Arthur J. Robalin and father Beverly Gordon Mueller.She is survived by her daughter Valery Robalin Cutchin, and husband John Cutchin, son Michael Mueller Robalin and wifeDeborah Lauterbach Robalin, and son John Bradley Robalin and wife Lisa McDaniel Robalin; granddaughters, Carly Ruth,Amanda Leah, Shelby Elizabeth, Ally Ann, Andrea Blair and April Caylee; mother, Mary Beth Mueller; sister, Beth Ott andhusband Rick Ott. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 5, 2002 at Martin Funeral Home West 128 North Resler from12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday February 5, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral HomeWest. Interment will follow to Memory Gardens of the Valley.
El Paso Times - Feb 32002

GILLETT, RICHARD BENJAMIN
83, passed away on January 31, 2002. A longtime El Pasoresident he was one of the first members of United Methodist St. Mark's Church (Love Rd). Mr. Gillett was a veteran ofWWII (Navy) and was retired from Southern Pacific Railroad, Texas and New Orleans division. He was a Charter member ofthe Country Club Optimists, member of AARP, member of the National Association of Retired and Veteran Railroad EmployeeUnit 64. Member of The Star Dusters Squad Dance Club. Monday and Thursday Night Card Group, member of NeighborhoodWatch. He enjoyed fishing, RV traveling and was an active member in his community. Preceded in death by his parents,Idus T. Gillett and Lucy Apple, his son Richard B. Gillett Jr. (Dickie Ben), and also his sister Tita Gillett Garner. Heis survived by his loving wife of 64 years Eloise H. Gillett. Son, Tom H. Gillett and wife Victoria Huchton, daughter,Pam Moore and husband Tom, brother, Ted Gillett from Tucson, Ariz., Sisters, Dorothy Greely from Michigan and RuthGillett from Canutillo, Texas, and grandsons, Landon Gillett and Jason Waterbury and many nieces, nephews, familymembers and friends. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, February 5, 2002 at 1:00 p.m. at Memory Gardens of theValley. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Hospice VNA, 2211 E. Missouri, Ste. 200. Arrangements underdirection of San Jose Funeral Home, 601 S. Virginia St., El Paso, Texas 915-532-1856.
El PasoTimes - Feb 3 2002

LUERA, ROBERTO
"Bobby, Che" passed away last Tuesday night [Jan 29, 2002] at a localhospital. He was 53 years old and a member of the Catholic Church. He was a counselor for C.I.S. (Communities in School)working at Guillen Middle School. Roberto (Che) was a graduate of Bowie High School Class of 67' and attended theUniversity of Colorado at Boulder. He grew up in the Segundo Barrio and became active in the Chicano movement of the1970's. While in Colorado he met Chicano National leader Rodolfo (Corky) Gonzalez and became a poet and educator as amember of the Crusade for Justice. He returned to El Paso to continue his commitment to Chicano issues, and educationfor the youth of the barrio. He will be sorely missed by everyone who knew him, his family friends, and his kids(students). We should honor him by continuing his ideas of education for young people, family values and gettinginvolved with your community. He is precede in death by his grandparents Emilio Payan and Maria Payan. He is survived byhis wife Audrey Luera. Sons Che Luis Luera (wife Yadhira) Camilo Sandino Luera. Daughters Chimalma Luera, Xochitl Luera.Mother Cruz Luera. sister Christina Montelongo. Brothers Alfonso Luera, and Ramon (Ray) Luera. He had 4 Grandchildren.Visitation will be held on Monday, February 4, 2002 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at St. Ignatius Church. Rosary will beprayed at 7:30 p.m. Monday. Cremation services will be held at a later date. Funeral arrangements handled by San JoseFuneral Home, 601 S. Virginia St., El Paso, TX 79901, 532-1856.
El Paso Times - Feb 32002

SEARS, REBA LOUISE
84, passed away Thursday, January 31, 2002. Longtime El Paso Resident.Preceded in death by husband of 52 years Carlos Sears. Survived by son Will Sears and wife Margarita, grandchildrenWilliam Sears and Tracy G. Sears and wife Robyn and sister Betty Jones. Graveside Service will be held at 1:00 p.m.Monday at Evergreen East Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Feb 3 2002

SCHOENBERGER, CHARLES ANDREW JR.
passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2002. He was 79.Mr. Schoenberger was born in Brooklyn, New York in 1922. A veteran of World War II, he had traveled the world during hiscareer in the United States Navy. In addition, he was an Information Specialist for the US Civil Service. He waspreceded by his wife, Christina Schoenberger. His daughter, Christina Piekarski, and son, Clifford Schoenberger, ofMaryland; his son, Carl Schoenberger of Washington D.C.; and his son, Craig Schoenberger of Grand Prarie, Texas andthree grandchildren survive him. Visitation will be on Tuesday, February 5, 2002 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at MartinFuneral Home East with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. A funeral mass will be held Wednesday, Februaty 6, at 9:00 a.m. at St.Raphael Church. Burial will take place at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with Military Honors.
ElPaso Times - Feb 3 2002

THOMASON, MSG. JOHN M.
U.S. ARMY (RET.), 74, passed away Wednesday, January 30, 2002.Resident of El Paso for over 35 years. He served in the U.S. Army for 27 years and is a veteran of the Korean Era andthe Vietnam Era. Survivors include his beloved wife of 51 years, Mrs. Esterlina G. Thomason, his sons and their wives,John W. and Linda Thomason and Eric S. and Mary Thomason; daughters, Ema T. Bates and her husband Vern and Esther A.Thomason, with 5 grandchildren, Whitney Davis, Emily Thomason, Ian Bates, Jonathan Bates and Travis Thomason. Hisbrothers are Frank Thomason and Earl Thomason. Visitation will be from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Sunday February 3, 2002 atSunset Funeral Home NE located at 4631 Hondo Pass. A funeral service will be on Monday, February 4, 2002 at 9:30 a.m. atPost Chapel #1 on Fort Bliss. Chaplain Captain Naber will officiate. Interment will be at Fort Bliss National Cemeterywith Full Military Honors at 10:30 a.m. Pallbearers will be John Thomason, Eric Thomason, Ian Bates, Jonathan Bates,Frank Thomason and Earl Thomason. Flowers or donations to the American Heart Association at 233 E. Mesa Hills Dr., ElPaso, Texas 79912.
El Paso Times - Feb 3 2002

ZALACE, S/SGT. DANIEL C. JR.,
USA (RET), 77, passed away Thursday, January 31, 2002. Hewas born in Ault, Colorado, January 17, 1925 to Daniel C. Zalace and Lydia Schmidt Zalace. Retired from Fort Bliss atrank of S/Sgt. on November 30, 1964 after having served in WWII in the Pacific Theater and tours of duty in Germany andAlaska. In 1948 he married Merlyn (Connell) Zalace. Following his retirement, Mr. Zalace worked for 17 years at WhiteSands Missile Range. He enjoyed softball, fishing, bowling, an gardening. He is survived by his Wife of 54 years, 3sons: Stanley of Florida, Joseph and Daniel of El Paso; 3 daughters: Lydia DeVree of Michigan, Linda Lane and DorothyLozada of El Paso; a brother, Joseph; and 12 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by hisparents; 2 brothers, Johnny and Conrad; his sister, Isabel; and grandson, Little Raymond. Visitation will be Monday,February 4, 2002, from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home, 4631 Hondo Pass. Graveside services will be atFort Bliss National Cemetery on Tuesday, February 5, 2002 at 1:00 p.m. with Full Military Honors.
El Paso Times - Feb 3 2002

DAVIS, BOBBYE FERGUSON
81, a native of Palestine, TX and resident of Daphne, AL diedWednesday January 30, 2002 in Fairhope, AL. Survivors include her son Jim (Kim) Ferguson of Plano, TX; 3 daughters:Cheryl Daily (Dave) Depaolis of Cypress, TX, Lynda (Paul) Wilson of Daphne, AL, Georgia (Brooks) West of Trophy Club,TX; 8 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Monday, February 4, 2002 at 2 p.m. fromthe Chapel of Littlepage Funeral Home in Mart, TX. With interment to follow in the Mart Cemetery. The family willreceive friends at the funeral home at 1 p.m. Arrangements by WOLFE FUNERAL HOME 329 So. Greeno Rd. Fairhope,AL.
El Paso Times - Feb 3 2002

HERNANDEZ, JOSE LUIS JR.
"Jo-Jo", 32, was called by his Heavenly Father on riday,February 1, 2002. A son, a brother, a cousin, an uncle, a friend, Jo-Jo was a lifelong resident of Northeast El Paso andmember of Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church and he attended the Ysleta Learning Center until 1991. Jo-Jo is survived byhis mother Susan Hernandez, brother Tommy Hernandez, sister and brother-in-law Teresa and Robert Candelaria, nephewNicolas Candelaria, 11 aunts and uncles, and 11 cousins. Pallbearers will be cousins Gilberto, Carlos, Ruben andHumberto Hernandez. Honorary Pallbearers are brother Tommy Hernandez and cousins David Stringfield, Samuel Holzman andfriend Hector Gonzalez. Special thanks to Gloria and her staff and Dr. Belgrave. Visitation will be Monday, February 4,2002 from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with Rosary service at 7:00 p.m. at Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home on Dyer.Funeral Mass will be Tuesday, February 5, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church with Fr. Frank Lopezofficiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Myelin Project, 2136 Gallows Road, Suite E, Dunn Loring,VA 22027. Jo-Jo is now running with the angels and singing with the saints. "With this child sent from above comesstronger faith and richer love. This precious charge, so meek and mild is Heaven's very special child."
El Paso Times - Feb 3 2002

KLINE, HELEN M.
90, El Paso, beloved wife of the late Earl D. Kline and dear mother ofRichard (Alice) Kline of El Paso and the late James Kline of Milford, MI. died January 30, 2002. She was Canadian bornand lived in Ypsilanti, Michigan most of her adult life prior to moving to El Paso in 1992. She is also survived by herthree grand-children: Chad (Michelle) Kline of Ann Arbor, MI; Brandon Kline of Austin, TX; Denise (Brian) Hardy andgreat granddaughter, Caitlin Rice, all of Redford, MI; daughter-in-law, LaVonne Kline of Milford, MI, brother Edward(Mary) Swayze of Garden City, MI; and dear friend, Carol Kline of Redford, MI. Memorial Services are pending inYpsilanti, MI. Memorial Contributions may be made to The National Parkinson's Foundation.
El PasoTimes - Feb 3 2002

Westerberg, Benson Vernon
U.S. Army Captain (Ret.) passed away January 29, 2002. He wasborn August 19, 1912 in Wichita, Kansas, and had lived in El Paso for the past 46 years. Vernon is survived by hisbeloved wife of almost 57 years, Marie Eleanor Benson; daughters, Judy Thompson (Patrick), Minnetonka, MN, and LaVerneGomez (James deVoss), Scottsdale, AZ; grandchildren Amy Barlow (Todd), Lemoore, CA; Aaron Gomez, Denver, CO; M ScottThompson, Minneapolis; and Brian Thompson, San Francisco; and one great granddaughter, Lauren Barlow, Lemoore, CA. Hewas preceded in death by his parents, William Edward Benson and Amanda Althea Westerberg; brother William and sisterFrances. Vernon was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather; exhibited a profound loveof nature - particularly little-known streams and outcroppings high in the Franklin Mountains - and developed high-levelexpertise in photography, lapidary and rock collecting. Captain Benson, a veteran of the Pacific in World War II, servedin the U.S. Army from 1933 - 1963 and also worked at the International Boundary and Water Commission for 11 years. Hewas a member of First Presbyterian Church, El Paso, for many years. Memorial Service 3 p.m. Sunday, February 3, WhiteAcres Good Samaritan Retirement Village Chapel, with the Rev. George Rogers, senior pastor at First Presbyterianpresiding. Arrangements handled through Harding, Orr & McDaniel Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - Feb3 2002

DICKSON, CARL MITCHELL
a long time resident of El Paso, TX, passed away on January 30,2002 in Plano, TX due to complications with Parkinson's. He was born in Dallas, TX on February 21, 1929. Carl grew up inGarland, TX and was known to many of his friends and family as Sonny Dickson. He served in the Korean War from January1951 to October of 1952, received an Honorable Discharge, and was awarded the Korean Service Medal, Army CommendationMedal, Combat Infantry Badge, and U.N. Service Medal. After his military service, Carl Dickson enrolled at North TexasState College and earned a Bachelor of Science in Business. At North Texas State, Carl met Ginger Reasoner. Aftergraduating, they were married on August 26, 1955. Carl and Ginger then moved to Midland, TX where Carl started workingfor the Travelers Insurance Company. They later moved to El Paso, TX where they lived and raised their two daughters,Michelle and Kelly. He retired after 25 years with Travelers to work for JD William's Insurance Company. Carl MitchellDickson was preceded in death by his wife of 45 years, Ginger R. Dickson. He is survived by his two daughters KellyDickson Aguilar of El Paso and Michelle Dickson Curtis of Plano, sister Bette Phillips of Florida and one granddaughterJennifer Aguilar of El Paso. Visitation will be held Monday, February 4, 2002 from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at MartinFuneral Home. A graveside service will be held Tuesday, February 5, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. at Ft. Bliss National Cemeterywith military honors, Rev. Paul Green officiating.
El Paso Times - Feb 3 2002

ASTON, EUNICE A.
90, passed away Wednesday, January 30, 2002. Born in Morgan CountyIndiana. Moved to Harrisberg, Ark and married Ollie Aston in April of 1932. She moved to El Paso in 1942 and in 1944went to work for Mountain Bell Telephone Company retiring in 1969. She was active with Trinity First United MethodistChurch and the Telephone Pioneers and volunteered at The Houchen Community Center. She is survived by her daughter andson-in-law, Jan D. and James B. Nagel; 1 granddaughter and her husband, June Marie and Scott Johnson and 1 great-granddaughter, Mariah G. Johnson all of El Paso. Visitation will be Sunday, February 3rd from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. atKaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral Service will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, February 4th at Trinity FirstUnited Methodist Church with Dr. Ed Williamson and Dr. Brodace Elkins officiating. Interment in Restlawn Memorial ParkCemetery.
El Paso Times - Feb 3 2002

NUNEZ, MR. ESPIRIDION R.
61, passed away Thursday, January 31, 2002 in El Paso. He was alongtime resident of El Paso and an active member of Santo Nino de Atocha Catholic Church. Mr. Nunez was a member of theChoir for Santo Nino de Atocha Catholic Church. He was employed as a Bus Driver for the El Paso Independent SchoolDistrict. Mr. Nunez is survived by his wife, Teresa C. Nunez. Sons, David Nunez and wife Sharon, Ruben Nunez, EugeneNunez and wife Sylvia. Grandson, Nicholas Nunez. Brother, Felipe R. Nunez. Sisters, Josephina Nunez Rosales de Acuna,Rafaela Nunez Rosales de Galindo, and their families, all of Chihuahua Mexico. Visitation will be Sunday from 2 p.m. to5 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Sunday at 7 p.m. at Santo Nino de AtochaCatholic Church. Funeral Mass will be Monday at 12 noon at Santo Nino de Atocha Catholic Church. Members of the familywill serve as Pallbearers. The Nunez family would like to give special thanks to family and friends for all theirsupport. Interment will be in Evergreen East Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME, 1060 Carolina Drive 598-3332
El Paso Times - Feb 3 2002

DOMINGUEZ, LEONOR E.
74, was born in Bisbee, Arizona, October 18,1927 and passed fromthis life February 1, 2002 in El Paso, Texas. She was a homemaker and a gifted musician offering her music talent as apiano instructor. She was also an artist and a soloist. She is survived by her beloved husband of 53 years. SamuelDominguez, Sr.; her son, Samuel E. Dominguez, Jr. and his wife (Rosemary); her daughter, Ruth Ingram and her husband(Erwin). She is also survived by seven grandchildren and six great grandchildren; brothers, Benjamin and LeopoldoMendoza; sisters, Lydia Nabhan and Adelina Mendoza. Visitation will be 5pm to 9pm Tuesday, February 5, 2002 at SunsetFuneral Home-Northeast with a Prayer Service at 6:30pm also at Sunset Funeral Home-Northeast Chapel. Funeral Servicetimes are pending for Wednesday, February 6, 2002 at Sunset Funeral Home-Northeast. Interment will be at RestlawnMemorial Park Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-Northeast.
El Paso Times -Feb 4 2002

FIERRO, SUZANA ALICIA
34, born on November 10, 1967 went to be with Our Lord on Thursday,January 31, 2002. She was a member of St. Luke's Catholic Church and worked for Southwestern Bell Telephone Co. for 6years. She is survived by her husband, Fernando Fierro and their three children, Isaac, Zachariah and Oksana. Othersurvivors include her mother, Alicia Rivera; three sisters, Rosa Martinez, Ana Torres and Carmen Rivera;three brothers,Fran;ciscko Rivera, Henry Rivera and Michael Rivera and father and mother-in-law, Armando and Martha Fierro. Visitationwill be on Monday, February 4, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with the Rosary Service at 7:00 p.m. at MartinFuneral Home-Central Chapel. Funeral Mass will be on Tuesday, February 5, 2002 at 9:00 a.m. at Our Lady of the LightCatholic Church, Msgr. David Fierro officiating. Pallbearers, Isaac, Zachariah, Anthony and Andrew Fierro, Francisco,Henry and Michael Rivera and Vincent Torres. Interment at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery.
El PasoTimes - Feb 4 2002

PACE, BILLIE O.
84, passed away on Thursday, January 31, 2002 in San Antonio, Texas. Shewas a lifelong resident of El Paso. She was a member of St. Luke's United Methodist Church. Preceded in death by herhusband, Willis L. Pace and son, John W. Satterfield. She is survived by her step-daughters and their husbands, Shirleyand Thomas Fausnacht and Bobbi and Don Lange; daughter-in-law, Teddi Satterfield; 13 grand-children, 20 greatgrandchildren and 6 great great grandchildren; brothers, Manuel and Anthony Padron and sisters, Mary Simpson, RosaGamez, Elena Lucas and Anita Reyes. Visitation will be on Monday, February 4, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. atMartin Funeral Home-Central . Funeral Service will be on Tuesday, February 5, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. at Restlawn MausoleumChapel, Rev. Lelani Drake officiating. Interment in Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be madeto the Alzheimers Association, 4400 N. Mesa Ste# 9 El Paso, TX. 79902 in Billie's memory.
El PasoTimes - Feb 4 2002

Caldwell, Ione Iris
86, passed away on Sunday, February 3, 2002, a residentof El Paso forover 50 years. Mrs. Caldwell worked for Ponder Insurance Agency and Rogers and Belding, was a past president of FIWT anda member of the Baptist faith. She is preceded in death by her parents, I.S. and Irene Linch and a brother, Roy L.Linch. Survived by husband, Joe M. Caldwell, brother, Talmage U. Linch of Floydada; sister, Mozelle Bice of Lubbock;nephews, Floyd Linch of Lubbock; Eugene Linch of Azle and niece, Theresa Guillmen of Lubbock. Family will receivedfriends Tuesday, February 5 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. in Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home, 8817 Dyer. Funeral servicewill be on Wednesday, February 6 at 10 a.m. in the funeral home with Pastor Sam Binswanger. Burial is pending inFloydada, Texas.
El Paso Times - Feb 5 2002

SAENZ, MARK
28, passed away Sunday, February 3, 2002. Lifetime resident of El Paso,Texas. Survived by parents Elias and Dolores Saenz, brother Stephen Lee Saenz, nephew Brandon Lee Saenz, Friend VictorJ. Mendoza, 1st cousin Viviana Rodriguez, maternal grandmother Maria Luz Escarcega, paternal grandmother ClementinaSaenz P., aunts Maria Lourdez Hernandez, Josephina Saenz, uncles Oscar Saenz and Angel Saenz and several cousins. Markwill lie in state Wednesday, February 6, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home Central. RosaryService will be held at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 6, 2002 at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held at 11:30 a.m.Thursday, February 7, 2002, at St. Ignatius Catholic Church. Honorary pallbearers Viviana Rodriguez, Angelica Carmonaand Melissa Hernandez, Erica Orona and a very special little girl Isis Orona. Pallbearers will be Victor J. Mendoza,Stephen Lee Saenz, Matthew Hernandez, Salvador Hernandez, Elias Saenz and Francisco Aguayo. Burial at Ft. Bliss NationalCemetery.
El Paso Times - Feb 5 2002

MARTINEZ, PATRICIO
"Pat" went to be with his Lord and Savior on February 3, 2002. He wasa 59 year resident of El Paso and a 30 year member of Templo La Hermosa. He was a Sgt. in the U.S. Army having servedduring World War II at Omaha Beach and Normandy Invasion. He was retired from Phelps Dodge after forty years service. Hewas preceded in death by his oldest son Orlando Martinez and is survived by his wife of 59 years, Velia Martinez andfive children: Olivia Jepson of Phoenix, Arizona, Olga Andrews of Washington, D.C., Oscar Martinez of El Paso, Texas,Osvelia Murillo of Phoenix, Arizona, and Oswaldo Martinez of Phoenix, Arizona. He is also survived by elevengrandchildren and five great grandchildren. Visitation will be Wednesday, February 6, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. atTemplo La Hermosa. Funeral service will be Wednesday, February 6, at 7:30 p.m. at Templo La Hermosa, 7456 Alameda, ElPaso, Texas. Military honors will be extended at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery on Friday, February 8, at 3:00 p.m.Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598-3332
El Paso Times - Feb 52002

MARTIN, THOMAS WAYNE
"Our country is in mourning for a solider died today...." 83, wentto be with our Lord on Saturday, February 2, 2002. Thomas was born in Martin, TN and was a resident of El Paso since1962. SFC Martin joined the Army on April 6, 1942 and served his country with tours of duty in Australia, New Guinea,Philippines, Japan and Korea. He was a World War II, Korean Conflict, and Vietnam Veteran and received many awards andmeritorious decorations. SFC Martin retired from the U.S. Army after 24 years of service on December 31, 1966. He issurvived by his wife of 25 years, Elvira A. Martin; step-sons, Luis, Jaime, Roy and Dean; daughters, Mary, Patricia,Tommie and Susan; step-daughter, Sandra; several grandchildren and great grandchildren and a brother, James LouisMartin. Visitation will be Tuesday, February 5, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home - Central.Funeral Service will be Wednesday, February 6, 2002 at 9:30 a.m. at Martin Funeral Home - Central Chapel, Dr. Levi Priceofficiating. Interment at Evergreen East Cemetery with Full Military Honors.
El Paso Times - Feb5 2002

Hegstad, Ruth Marie,
age 94, of Staples, MN, formerly of Warroad, MN, died February 2nd,2002, at the Greater Staples Hospital. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, February 5th, at 11:00 AM in SacredHeart Catholic Church. Burial will be in the Riverside Cemetery in Warroad, MN. Ruth is survived by her son, Richard(Virginia) Hegre of Staples, 3 step-daughters, Marian (Steve) Esnor of Sun City West, AZ, Alice (George) Geno andJuliana (Savio) Garcia both of El Paso, TX, and 14 Grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husbands, parents,and 2 brothers.
El Paso Times - Feb 5 2002

MIRELES, DAVID
52, passed away February 1, 2002. He was a Vietnam Veteran and a lifelongresident of El Paso. His wife Maria, and two daughters Diana and Stephanie survive him. Also survived by his parents,Concha and Joseph Steinhardt, brothers Frank, Tony, Jose, Ramon Mireles, Jesse Esparza and Richard Fazio, sistersYolanda Castillo and Liz McCarthy, and several nieces and nephews. Mass of Resurrection will be today, February 5, 2002at 12 noon at Little Flower Catholic Church with interment at Fort Bliss National Cemetery.
ElPaso Times - Feb 5 2002

Parrott, Mrs. John B.
nee Vera Louise Johnston of Fredericksburg passed away on SaturdayFebruary 2, 2002 in a San Antoino Care Facility at the age of 89 years. Mrs. Vera Parrott is survived by two daughters:Faye and Lawrence Dunn of Portales, New Mexico, Babs Parrott of Fredericksburg, two grandchildren: Scott Dunn of Grants,New Mexico, Jennifer Yankovich of Amarillo, Texas, two great grandchildren: Joshua and Jordan Yankovich of Amarillo.Preceded in death by her husband: Retired Col. U.S. Army John B. Parrott. Parents: Duncan and Edith Pou Johnston, OneBrother: Two Sisters: Erby Johnston, Catherine Johnston, Wilma Johnston. The body will lie in state in the chapel of theSchaetter Funeral Home, Fredericksburg until 8:30 A.M. on Tuesday, February 5th and from 9:00 till 10:00 A.M. in theFirst Baptist Church, Fredericksburg with Funeral Services at 10:00 A.M. with the Rev. D.G. McCoury officiating.Graveside Services and Interment will be held on Thursday, February 7th in the Ft. Bliss National Cemetery, El Paso,Texas at 9:00 A.M. For those who so desire, you may make memorial contributions in her memory to the First BaptistChurch, Fredericksburg or to the charity of your choice. The family will greet friends on Monday, February 4th from 4:00till 6:00 P.M. in the chapel of the Schaetter Funeral Home, Fredericksburg.
El Paso Times - Feb 52002

COWART, CAROLYN,
72, passed away February 1, 2002. She has lived in El Paso since 1956and was a retired bank officer at the former State National Bank. She will be remembered for her quick wit, greatcooking and southern charm. Carolyn was preceded in death by her son, Raymond. She is survived by her husband, Lannis;son, Lanny and his wife Johanna; granddaughter Catherine, all in El Paso; granddaughter, Tara Boedeker and her husband,Steve, of Dallas; grandson, Christopher, of Denton; and great-grandchildren, Lauren and Colton Miller. She is alsosurvived by her sister, Gloria Caudle and her husband Alec of Lake Seminole, FL and her brother, Lawrence Stalvey, ofAlbany, GA. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM Wednesday, February 6, at Fort Bliss Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Feb 5 2002

BEATTIE, BYRNECE
passed away Feb. 2, 2002 in MO. Preceded in death by husband Roy C.Beattie. Member St. Paul Methodist Church on Edgemere. Memorial service Boyer Chapel, Bonne Terre, MO. Interment RestLawn Memorial Park at a later date.
El Paso Times - Feb 5 2002

URBINA, MRS. MICAELA F.
"Mica" was called home by our Heavenly Father on February 2,2002. She was born in Santa Barbara, Chih., Mex. She was a resident of Sunland Park, N.M. for 42 years, was a member ofSan Martin de Porres Catholic Church. Mrs. Urbina was preceded in death by her husband Daniel Urbina Sr. She is survivedby her seven children; Josefina Parga, Maria Elena Garcia (Victor), Andres Urbina (Martha), Socorro Urquidi (Jaime),Daniel Urbina Jr. (Sara), Alicia Tovar (Jaime), Jose Luis Urbina (Araceli), 22 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren.Visitation will be from 2 p.m.-9 p.m. Tuesday at Hillcrest Funeral Home on Doniphan. Rosary at 7 p.m. Tuesday atHillcrest Chapel, Funeral Mass will be Wednesday at 10 a.m. at San Martin de Porres Church, (Sunland Park, N.M.).Pallbearers will be Andres Urbina, Daniel Urbina Jr., Jose Luis Urbina, Jaime Urquidi, Jaime Tovar, Victor Garcia,Gabriel Urbina and Luis Raul Parga. Interment will be in Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME -DONIPHAN. 5054 DONIPHAN 587-0202
El Paso Times - Feb 5 2002

BEACH, ELVINA
75, born in Chicago, IL., passed away on Friday, February 1, 2002. She wasa long time resident of El Paso. Mrs. Beach is survived by her husband of 38 years, Rex Beach, daughter, Bonnie Newmanand husband Jeffrey, grandchildren, Joseph and Laura, niece Mary Hermann, nephews Chester Jr., John and Gary Nawrocki.Also many great-nieces and nephews. Mrs. Beach loved roller skating and ice skating. Elvina was a member of the ChicagoFigure Skating Club in the 1940's and 50's, where she participated in figure skating shows. Mrs. Beach will also beremembered for her love of animals. Generous to all and especially to her family. She will be greatly missed by everyoneshe knew. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, February 6, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Luke Methodist Church.Burial will be at a later date at River Hills Memorial Park in Batavia, IL. Memorial contributions may be made to the ElPaso Arthritis Foundation.
El Paso Times - Feb 5 2002

Wieland, Margaret L.
81, passed away Saturday, February 2, 2002. Mrs. Wieland was alifelong resident of El Paso and was active with the Senior Citizen Center. Preceded in death by her husband Vincent J.Wieland in 1986. She is survived by her sons Lee E. Wieland and his wife Jeri, Donald J. Wieland and his wife Suzanne,sister June Chiumento, grandchildren Justin, Margie, Jennifer and Ashley Wieland. Visitation will be held Wednesday,February 6, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home West. Graveside service will be held Friday,February 8, 2002 at 1:00 p.m. at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Feb 52002

Collins, Walter
'Rip' Walt was born in Ajo, Arizona May 23, 1926. Walter was in the NavyAir Corps in the last year of World War II. After college he joined the Air Force. Before retiring 27 years later as afull Colonel, Walt had flown combat missions in World War II, Korea and Viet Nam. In 1963 he was nominated forconsideration as one of the original seven astronauts. After retiring to Phoenix, Walt turned his energy to his secondlove, hunting and the outdoors. He is a founder charter member or life member of many of the prominent state andnational affiliate organizations such as Arizona Bowhunters, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Arizona Desert Bighorn SheepSociety, Arizona Mule Deer Association and the National Rifle Association. In 1995 the Arizona Game and Fish Commissionnamed Walt Conservationist of the Year. In 2001 Walt was inducted into the Arizona Outdoor Hall of Fame. Walter departedon his final flight January 27, 2002 in Phoenix, Arizona at the age of 75. He is survived by his son Gregory Collins,daughter Yvonne Colins and husband State Rep Pat Haggerty, daughter Yvette Collins, grandson James Collins,granddaughter Caroline Collins and extended family Joseph Weir, Allyson Weir, Denise Van Brocklin, and Laura Travis. Heis preceded in death by two sons Craig Collins and Walt Collins. Walt's final resting place is the National MemorialCemetery in Phoenix, Arizona.
El Paso Times - Feb 6 2002

SWORD, LUCILLE
88, passed away Sunday, February 3, 2002, was born on December 18, 1913 inDeming, New Mexico and moved to El Paso with her family in 1918. She taught school for 30 years including 24 years atClardy Elementary. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Fred K. Sword and is survived by her daughters,Ginger, Patsy, Susie and Jeanie; two sons-in-law, Danny and Richard; seven grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren andher sister, Mary Helen. Visitation will be Wednesday, February 6, 2002 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in Kaster-Maxon & FutrellFuneral Home, 8817 Dyer. Funeral service will be 1 p.m. on Thursday, February 7, at Asbury United Methodist Church withPastor Glen Thyrion officiating. Interment at Fort Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Feb 62002

Miller, Kenneth Dick
76, passed away on February 3, 2002. Mr. Miller was born in Detroit,MI and graduated from Bowling Green University. He was a resident of El Paso, TX and Ruidoso, NM. Mr. Miller was a WWIIVeteran and served in the United States Navy. He was also a longtime employee of the KHEY radio group. Mr. Miller issurvived by his son Mark Miller, daughters, Julie Mullaney and Caroline Bradbury and 3 grandchildren, and his brotherGlenn Miller, Jr. Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 7, 2002, from 10 am to 12 pm at Sunset Funeral Home Westlocated at 480 N. Resler. A Graveside Service will follow at 1:30 pm at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with militaryhonors. In lieu of flowers please send donations to The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society at 12850 Spurling Dr. Ste. 220 inDallas, TX 75230. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-West.
El Paso Times - Feb 62002

George, Dane
of Austin, Texas, and formerly of El Paso, passed away suddenly on February4, 2002. Dane was devoted first and foremost to his family, was a lifelong runner and an avid Longhorn fan. Dane issurvived by his wife of 32 years, Susan George, his daughters, Stacy George and Kylie George, all of Austin; his mother,Patsy George; his grandmother, Lucille Hunt; and his brothers and sisters, Bryan, Randy and Susan; and Susan’s parents,Robert and Una Leighton. Born on January 4, 1949, Dane attended public schools in Richardson, Texas, graduated from theUniversity of Arkansas and from the University of Texas School of Law. Dane was a partner in the El Paso office of KempSmith, P.C., from 1974 to 1998, and at the time of his death was Of Counsel to Haynes and Boone, L.L.P., in its Austinoffice, where he practiced in the Corporate-Securities section of the firm. A visitation will be held at Weed Corley-Fish Funeral Home, 3125 N. Lamar, on Thursday, February 7 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held Friday,February 8, at 2:00 p.m., in Austin at the Westlake Presbyterian Church, 7127 Bee Cave Road. In lieu of flowers thefamily requests that donations be made to the Jared Dunten Foundation at 828 West 6th Street, Austin, TX 78703.
El Paso Times - Feb 6 2002

ARELLANO, PAZ G.
passed away on 2/3/02. She is survived by her son Raymundo Gomez,daughters: Nena Martinez & Martha Dewitt, sister Margaret Harp & Carmen Carrejo. 11 Grandchildren & 4 Great-Grandchildren. Visitation hours from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Wednesday at El Paso Mission Funeral Home. Graveside serviceson Thursday at Mount Carmel Cemetery at 10 a.m. Arrangements by El Paso Mission Funeral Home.
ElPaso Times - Feb 6 2002

PICCOLO, ANTONIO
"Tony" 68, passed away Sunday February 03, 2002. He was born in Naples,Italy and moved to the United States in 1976. He has resided in El Paso since 1983 and was a member of the CatholicChurch. Mr. Piccolo was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Fourth Degree. He worked for Arris Corp. (previouslyTexscan Corp.) for twenty three years until October 2001. Mr. Piccolo is survived by his wife Ofelia M. Piccolo and sonFrazer Piccolo. Other survivors include nieces Federica Manna, Valeria De Vitta and Alessandra Merlino all from Naples,Italy. Visitation will be held Wednesday February 06, 2002 from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm with a rosary service at 7:00 pm atMt Carmel Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral mass will be held on Thursday February 07, 2002 at 10:00 am at St. StephensCatholic Church. Interment will be at Restlawn Cemetery. Thanks to all the staff of Hospice of El Paso for their supportand help and special thanks to Patty Reisner RN for her great support during my husband's last minutes of hislife.
El Paso Times - Feb 6 2002

URIBARRI, OSEFINA
91, passed away Sunday, February 3, 2002 in El Paso. She was a longtimeresident of Ysleta and a member of the Catholic Church, Sisters of the Good Shepherd Convent and Adoracion Nocturna.Mrs. Uribarri was preceded in death by her husband, Luis Uribarri, son, Luis Alfonso Uribarri and sister, Pilar Jordan.She is survived by her son, Jorge Horacio Uribarri, daughters, Irma Yolanda Diaz, Romelia A. Gomez, 11 grandchildren and12 great grandchildren. Visitation will be Thursday, February 7, from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral HomeCarolina. Recitation of the rosary will be Thursday, February 7, at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral mass will beFriday, February 8 at 1 p.m. at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Luis Alfonso Uribarri Jr.,Miguel Angel Uribarri, Marco Antonio Diaz, Jorge Diaz Jr., Jorge Horacio Uribarri II and Joe Guajardo. Interment will bein Mount Carmel Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina 598-3332.
El PasoTimes - Feb 6 2002

Pedroza Javier G. Sr.,
79, passed away Monday, February 4, 2002 Preceded in death by wifeEsperanza C. Pedroza, daughter Bernadette Ortega. Mr. Pedroza was the Head Tailor at Union Fashion Mens Store, a truemaster at his trade who retired in 1987. Survived by sons Javier P. Pedroza Jr., Cristobal Pedroza, Sergio Pedroza Sr.,Hector P. Pedroza Sr., Oscar R. Pedroza and Daniel M. Pedroza, daughter Patricia A. Palomino, 22 grandchildren and 9great grandchildren. Mr. Pedroza will lie in state Thursday, February 7, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at MartinFuneral Home Central. Rosary Service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, February 7, 2002 at Martin Chapel. Funeral Masswill be at 12:00 p.m. Friday, February 8, 2002 at St. Patrick Cathedral. Sons will serve as pallbearers. HonoraryPallbearers will be Frank Palomino Sr. and Nieson DeAngelo. Burial at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Our father is now reunitedwith our mother. Today they celebrate in heaven their 53rd Wedding Anniversary with their Lord Jesus. They are now"Eternally Together." Happy Anniversary Mom & Dad!
El Paso Times - Feb 6 2002

SCOTT, VERBAL E.
71, and LOTTIE MAE SCOTT, 70, lifelong residents of the Cloudcroft area,died Sunday, February 3, 2002, at their home in Cloudcroft. Both were members of pioneer families that came to OteroCounty in the late 1890s. Verbal was born November 4, 1930 in Mayhill to Irvin "Doggie" and Lillie (Gililland) Scott.Lottie was born July 12, 1932 in Cloudcroft to Carl Wesley and Ora Aileen (Bookout) Hansen. Both were graduates ofCloudcroft High School, Verbal in 1948, and Lottie in 1950. They married May 20, 1950 in Alamogordo, and Verbal enlistedin the U.S. Air Force and went to Korea. In 1962 they purchased Cortez Gas and started Scotty LPG, Inc., which theirfamily continues to own and operate in Cloudcroft. Verbal and Lottie have been quite active in Cloudcroft, both havingserved on the School Board and the Village Council. They were also members of the Chamber of Commerce and theSideliners. While they enjoyed traveling, Verbal also liked working on the family homestead in 16 Springs Canyon, whileLottie enjoyed her children and grandchildren. They are survived by two sons, Chris Scott and his wife Traci, and TimScott, all of Cloudcroft; a daughter, Wendy McCuiston and her husband Brent of San Antonio, Texas; and five Grand-children, Sara Petrzelka who is attending Texas A & M, Ryan and Clay Scott of Cloudcroft, and Jorden and Cole Scott ofCloudcroft. Verbal also survived by a brother, Ronald Scott of Alamogordo; and a sister-in-law, Carolyn Scott ofCloudcroft. He was preceded in death by his parents; and by a brother, Leonard Scott. Lottie is also survived by asister-in-law, Wanda Hansen of Alamogordo. She was preceded in death by her parents; and by a brother, Bill Dick Hansen.A memorial service will be conducted Wednesday at 4 p.m. in the Cloudcroft High School Gymnasium with Wesley Laneofficiating. The family requests that those attending the service dress casually. Should friends desire, contributionsmay be made to the Lottie & Verbal Scott Memorial Scholarship, c/o Western Bank in Cloudcroft or Alamogordo. Servicesare under the direction of Hamilton-O'Dell Funeral Home, 1334 N. Scenic Dr., Alamogordo.
El PasoTimes - Feb 6 2002

MILLER, S. PHILLIP
61, passed away February 2, 2002. Mr. Miller was a life long residentof El Paso, Texas. He graduated from El Paso High School in 1959, and attended the University of Texas at El Paso. In1961 Phil was employed by the Newspaper Printing Corporation (publisher of the El Paso Times and Herald Post) as anApprentice Pressman. He worked his way up to Pressroom Foreman, and then to Superintendent of Operations for the nightshift. After twenty eight years of service, Phil retired from the Newspaper and, after attending El Paso CommunityCollege for specialized training in HVAC Maintenance, started his own business, "Phil's Fixit Shop". Phil specialized inplumbing, electrical and appliance repair, as well as heating and cooling systems main-tenance. He remained active inhis business until shortly before his death. Mr. Miller is preceded in death by his parents, Sam Miller and LorettoWaddell Miller, and nephew, David Waddell Schillinger. He is survived by his wife, Carol Ann Miller, sister PeggySchillinger and husband Bill, nephew Kenneth W. Schillinger and wife Patricia, great nephew Kevin Schillinger, stepdaughters Tammy Jacobs and Barbara Castallone, grandchildren Mason Jacobs and Diana Castallone, cousin Carolyn De Lisserand husband Chrys, and their children and grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by his family and many friends.Memorial service will be held Saturday, February 9, 2002 at 11 o'clock at Martin Funeral Home West. Donations may bemade to a favorite charity. Interment to follow at Memory Gardens of the Valley Cemetery.
El PasoTimes - Feb 6 2002

Ennis, CW4 John J.
US Army retired, died Sunday, February 3, 2002. He was formerly fromEl Paso and recently moved to Apopka, Florida. He is survived by his wife, Gladys and daughter, Eileen. Mr. Ennis wasborn in New York, New York and served proudly for 26 years. In the following years he worked for the Army at Ft. Blissuntil his retirement in 1996. He will be interred in the National Cemetery in Bushnell, Florida. In lieu of flowers, thefamily requests donations to the National Kidney Foundation, 30 East 33rd Street, New York, New York 10016.
El Paso Times - Feb 7 2002

AGUILERA, LUCIA M.
53, passed away February 4, 2002. She was a lifelong resident of ElPaso. She retired from Levi Strauss. Preceded in death by her husband Heriberto Aguilera, her parents Ramon and HilariaMarquez. She is survived by her sons, Ramon Marquez and Roberto Aguilera, daughters, Gila, Angie and Cecilia Aguilera,sister Felicitas Meckling, grandchildren, Christopher and Israel Puga, Amber Vacio and Dezeray Ignacio. Visitation willbe Friday from 12 noon to 7 p.m. and prayer service from 7 to 9 p.m. at Mt. Franklin Funeral Home (3707 Pershing Dr.)Chapel service will be Saturday at 8:30 a.m. at Mt. Franklin Funeral Home Chapel with interment to be in Mt. CarmelCemetery.
El Paso Times - Feb 7 2002

Chavez, Mrs. Celia L.
77, passed away Tuesday, February 5, 2002 in a local hospital. Shewas a longtime resident of El Paso and a member of San Antonio Catholic Church. Mrs. Chavez was preceded in death by herbrother, Eduardo Lucero. She is survived by her loving husband, Perfecto Chavez. Daughter, Lourdes Boatright and husbandRobert. Grand-children, Sarah Boatright and Lauren Boatright. Brother, Florencio Lucero. Sister, Maria Isabel Oropeza.Visitation will be Thursday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will beThursday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Friday at 11:15 a.m. at San Antonio Catholic Church.Members of the family will serve as Pallbearers. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Directed by HILLCRESTFUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive. 598-3332.
El Paso Times - Feb 7 2002

Villalobos, Carlotta
87, passed away Tuesday, February 5, 2002. Longtime resident of ElPaso, Texas. Preceded in death by husband Ramon Villalobos, parents Luis and Maria Aguilar, brother Luis Aguilar, sisterMarcella Gonzalez. Survived by sons Leo Villalobos and Luis Villalobos, grandchildren Mark Villalobos, MatthewVillalobos, Michelle Villalobos, Joshua Villalobos and Isaac Villalobos, sister Aurora Garcia, nieces Corina Woody,Minnie Pena and nephew Fernando Garcia Jr. Mrs. Villalobos visitation will be on Thursday, February 7, 2002 from 7:30p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Rosary Service will be at 8:00 p.m. Thursday, February 7, 2002 atMartin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be at 9:30 a.m. at St. Pius Catholic Church. Msgr. Arturo Banuelas officiating. Burialat Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of El Paso 3901 N.Mesa, El Paso, TX 79902.
El Paso Times - Feb 7 2002

Higdon, Mary Kathryn
11 Nov 1923-2 Feb 2002, fifty four year resident of El Paso passedaway in Dallas, Texas on Tuesday, February 5, 2002. Mrs. Higdon was born in Lafayette, Indiana on November 11, 1923. Sheis survived by her husband of fifty nine (59), Ted Hidgon, her daughters, Marilou Calabrese and Linda Sherman, three (3)grandchildren, Todd Ruggirello, Mica Calabrese, Katie Calabrese and her great-granddaughter, Jade Ruggirello. MaryHigdon was a nursing home admini-strator and a founding member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church in El Paso. Shewill always be remembered as a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Services will be held in Dallas, exact arrangementsare pending.
El Paso Times - Feb 7 2002

MUNDY, SUSAN J.
47, passed away Monday, February 5, 2002, a resident of El Paso 8 1/2years. She taught at Parkland Elementary School and was a member of St. Clements Episcopal Church. Susan is survived byher husband, Gary D. Mundy, daughter, Adrianne Mundy and son, Andrew Mundy. She is also survived by her 3 brothers,Dennis White of Anchorage, AK, Danny White and Steven White and her sister, Tricia Wauson all of Phoenix, AZ and herparents, Herschal and Margaret White of Prescott, AZ. Memorial Service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, February 8th atSt. Clements Episcopal Church with The Rev. Philip Jones officiating. Cremation arrangements by Kaster-Maxon & FutrellFuneral Home. Memorial Contributions may be made to Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, 2829 Montana Ave., El Paso,TX 79903.
El Paso Times - Feb 7 2002

MILES, MSG. LEVI III,
U.S. ARMY (RET.), 68, passed away Thursday, January 31, 2002. Mr.Miles retired from the U.S. Army after 20 years of service. He served during the Korean War and the Vietnam Conflict.While in the Army he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Good ConductMedal 5th Award, Army Occupation Medal, and the Army Commendation Medal. Mr. Miles is survived by his wife, JosephineStrong Miles, daughters, Natalie Sabrena Reveles and Raagan Alicia Miles and one grandchild. Visitation will be onThursday, February 7, 2002 from 5 pm until 9 pm at Sunset Funeral Home-N.E. located at 4631 Hondo Pass, El Paso, Texas.Funeral service will be at 12 pm Friday, February 8, 2002 at Vineyard Christian Fellowship Church at 6115 Transmountain,Dale Walker will officiate. Graveside service will follow at 1:30 pm at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with full militaryhonors.
El Paso Times - Feb 7 2002

MADRID, SANDI
[or Sandra] 37, went with our Lord on Tuesday, February 5, 2002. Sandi wasborn on November 4, 1964 in El Paso, TX. Sandi was a loving daughter, sister, aunt, niece, cousin and good friend tomany. She was a graduate of Riverside High School, El Paso Community College and the Disney Institute. She was a TravelConsultant and had worked at Airway Travel and Buck Rogers. She was presently employed by America West Airlines, whereshe received numerous awards including Outstanding Performance in Leadership and more recently, the Gold Star Award forOutstanding Performance. Sandi was preceded in death by her beloved grandfather, Manuel Flores, and father, ErnestoMadrid. She is survived by her mother, Janey Madrid; brother, Michael Madrid; nephews, Mykal and Danyl Madrid;grandmother, Rafaela Mena Flores; aunts, Dolores Sandoval, Cecilia Flores-Wiltrout, Elizabeth F. Cardona and CarmenLerma; uncles, Manny Flores, Jr., Carlos Flores, Phillip Flores and Gene Flores, many cousins and countless friends.Sandi will be remembered for her tremendous courage, generous spirit, love for life and devotion to family and friends.Visitation will be Friday, February 8, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with the Rosary Service at 7:00 p.m. atMartin Funeral Home - Central Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Saturday, February 9, 2002 at 9:00 a.m. at St. Patrick'sCathedral. Pallbearers, Manny Flores, Jr., Manny Flores III, Phillip Flores, Gene Flores, Stephen Sandoval, JohnSandoval, David Flores and Tony Cardona, Jr. Honorary Pallbearers, Carlos Flores, Eugene Franco, Arturo Gonzalez, ArturoGonzalez, Jr., Angel Torres and Jim Wiltrout. Entombment in Mt. Carmel Mausoleum. Memorial donations can be made to theEl Paso Cancer Treatment Center, 1901 Grandview Avenue, El Paso, TX 79902 in Sandi's memory.
ElPaso Times - Feb 7 2002

MONTES, FRANCISCO
67, passed away in El Paso on February 6, 2002. He was born in Cd.Juarez, Chihuahua and was a resident of El Paso for 30 years. He was a retired engineer. Mr. Montes is survived by hiswife Norma L. Montes. His 2 sons Francisco A. Montes and Daniel Montes. His daughter Judith Maria Montes and 3grandchildren. Visitation will be held Friday, February 8, 2002 from 4 to 9 PM with a rosary at 7 pm at Sunset FuneralHome-West, Chapel of Remembrance located at 480 N. Resler. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, February 9,2002 at 2 PM at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church with Father Hall officiating. Interment will follow at Evergreen EastCemetery. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-West.
El Paso Times - Feb 8 2002

MUNOZ, MRS. MARTHA ALICIA
44, passed away Wednesday, February 6, 2002 in a localhospital. She was a lifelong resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Munoz was a Real EstateBroker. She is survived by her husband, Nick Munoz. Sons, Christopher Nick Munoz and Erik Shane Munoz. Daughters,Melissa Nicole Munoz, Karla Marie Munoz and Ivanee Gabrielle Munoz. Parents, Rudy and Maria Hernandez. Brothers, RudyHernandez and Hector Hernandez. Sister, Rosa Ortiz. Grandparents, Socorro Hernandez and Luz Gurrola. Visitation will beFriday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Friday at 7 p.m. atHillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Saturday at 11 a.m. at St. Pius X Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be NickMunoz, Jr., Christopher Nicolas Munoz, Rodolfo Hernandez, Manuel R. Hernandez, Hector Hernandez, Rudy Hernandez III,Jesus Gurrola and Erik Shane Munoz. Interment will be in Evergreen East Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME.1060 Carolina Drive. 598-3332.
El Paso Times - Feb 8 2002

Perez, Andrea
"Nana" 89, passed away Wednesday, February 6, 2002 in a local hospital. Shewas a longtime resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Perez is survived by her daughter, EdnaM. Sorensen and husband George. Grand-children, Jean Sorensen and husband Sean and Rose Maldonado and husband Jesus.Great Grandchildren, Deckard Sorensen, Warren Sorensen and Olivia Maldonado. Sisters, Eusebia Perez, Francisca Garciaand Mercedes Vargas. Visitation will be Friday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation ofthe Rosary will be Friday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Saturday at 9 a.m. at St. Raphael CatholicChurch. Members of the family will serve as pallbearers. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements byHILLCREST FUNERAL HOME - CAROLINA. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598-3332
El Paso Times - Feb 82002

RHODES, JAY WARREN
76, passed away Wednesday, December 6, 2002 in El Paso. He was aresident of El Paso since 1976. Mr. Rhodes retired from Guyners Printing and served as a Merchant Marine during WorldWar II. He is survived by his wife Ginna Rhodes. Brother, Robert Rhodes and several nieces and nephews. Memorial Servicewill be Saturday at 2 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Doniphan Chapel. Mr. Rhodes will be cremated and his intermentwill be private. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME - DONIPHAN. 5054 DONIPHAN DR. 587-0202
ElPaso Times - Feb 9 2002

LARA, ESTHER
77, passed away Thursday, February 7, 2002. She was a resident of El Pasofor 68 years and a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Lara was preceded in death by her husband Octavio Lara. She issurvived by her daughter, Beatrice Lara Meissner, sons, Ruben E. Lara, Frank Lara and Richard Lara, sister, GuadalupeFlores, brother, Teo Lira, Grandchildren, Debbie, Terry, Josephina, Irene, Ruth, Gina, Christina, Esther, Jerimia,Jerry, Joel, Benjamin and Michael and 4 Great Grandchildren. Visitation will be Sunday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. with Rosaryat 5:30 p.m. at Mt. Franklin Funeral Home (3707 Pershing Dr.) Funeral Mass will be Monday at 1 p.m. at All SaintsCatholic Church. Interment will be in Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Feb 92002

BORGEMENKE, VIRGINIA
"Jean" L. 69, passed away Wednesday, February 6, 2002 in El Paso.She was a long time resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Borgemenke was a longtime teachermost recently teaching for the El Paso Independent School District. She was preceded in death by her husband Giles E.Borgemenke. She is survived by her son, Arthur Borgemenke and wife Gloria, grandson, Edward, brother, Joseph La Pille.Visitation will be Sunday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will beSunday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Monday at 9:30 a.m. at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church.Members of the family will serve as pallbearers. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Child Crisis Center ofEl Paso, 2100 N. Stevens St., El Paso, Texas 79930. Interment will be in Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. Arrangements byHILLCREST FUNERAL HOME - CAROLINA. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598-3332
El Paso Times - Feb 92002

ACOSTA, FRANK D.
42, passed away Thursday, February 7, 2002. Lifetime resident of ElPaso, Texas. Mr. Acosta graduated from El Paso High school, was an R.O.T. C. Sgt., worked for LMC Task Masters and theEl Paso Times selling paper. Preceded in death by paternal grandparents Salvador and Agapita Acosta, maternalgrandparents Guillermo W. and wife Maria A. Barragan, uncle Jesus and wife Delia Barragan and uncle Robert Barragan.Survived by parents Frank G. and Trinidad B. Acosta, sister Mary Jean and husband Miguel Gallegos, brother John DavidAcosta and niece Vivian Jean Gallegos and nephew Issac Miguel Gallegos, uncle Guillermo R. and wife Debbie Barragan andcousins, adopted aunt Emma Munoz, godchildren Pedro E., Salvador Velasco and Brianna Castillo. Special thanks to Dr.Edward C. Juarez & Dr. S. Aguirre and their staff and Ms. Guila Francis. Mr. Acosta will like in state Sunday, February10, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Rosary services will be held at 6:00 p.m. Sundaywill be held at 6:00 p.m. Sunday, February 10, 2002 by Deacon Kenneth Flynn at Martin Chapel. Funeral mass will be heldat 9:15 a.m. Monday, February 11, 2002 at St. Patrick Cathedral. Fr. Pablo Mata officiating. Pallbearers will be PedroE. Velasco, John David Acosta, Miguel Gallegos, Fabian, William and Jesus Barragan. Burial at Restlawn Memorial ParkCemetery.
El Paso Times - Feb 10 2002

AGUIRRE, ROSA LINDA
"Rosie" 50, went to be with our Lord on Thursday, February 7, 2002.Rosie was a lifelong resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. She was employed by El PasoIndependent School District and The Lighthouse for the Blind. Rosie was an avid Dallas Cowboy fan. She is preceded indeath by her parents, Agustin and Aurora Aguirre, and is survived by her son, Salvador Aguirre; sisters, Maria Brisenoand her husband, Tomas, Susana Gray and Sandra Mora and several cousins, nieces and nephews. Visitation will be onMonday, February 11, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with the Rosary Service at 6:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral HomeCentral Chapel. Funeral mass will be on Tuesday, February 12, 2002 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church.Pallbearers, Javier Parra, Steven Anderson, Angel Parra, Erik Briseno, Cory Beebe and Tomas Briseno. Interment at Mt.Carmel Cemetery. She was a sweet and gentle lady and will be missed by al who loved her....
ElPaso Times - Feb 10 2002

ANDRADE, LAURA
66, passed away on February 7, 2002. She was a life long resident of ElPaso. Mrs. Andrade is survived by her husband Antonio R. Andrade. She is also survived by her son and daughters in law,Antonio Jr. and Rose Marie Andrade of Los Alamos, NM, David William and Maria Dolores Andrade of El Paso, TX. Herdaughters and sons in law, Patricia Ann Andrade and Hank Walker of Yarrow Point, WA, Lorena Marie and John F. Zuniga ofEl Paso, TX. Her grandchildren Tony Aaron, James Allen, Gabriel, Daniel, Michael David, Christopher John, Laura, David,Kathleen and Sarah. She is also survived by her brothers, Ismael, Wilfrido, Luis III, Reymundo and Carlos Ochoa. SistersLucila Morales, Alicia Montes, Margie Rosilez, Amelia Herrera, Elva Ochoa, Rosa Zubia, Lily Jimenez, Rita Herrera andGloria Lopez. Visitation will be held on Sunday, February 10, 2002, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. with a Rosary at 7 p.m. atSunset Funeral Home West. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, February 11, 2002 at 1 p.m. at Our Lady ofGuadalupe Catholic Church with Father Silva Officiating. Interment will follow at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Familywill be serving as pall-bearers. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home West.
El Paso Times -Feb 10 2002

CAPELLAS, EDMUND JASSON SANTOS
was born in Honolulu, Hawaii on February 4, 1941 and leftthis world to join the Lord on February 6, 2002. Mr. Capellas retired as Chief Warrant Officer from the U.S. Army after20 years of service. During his tenure with the U.S. military, Mr. Capellas served in the Vietnam Conflict and wasawarded the National Defense Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Bonze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, and theArmy Commendation Medal. He was then employed by the U.S. Department of Defense and served in Desert Storm as a PatriotMissile Defense System Specialist. Most recently he served as a Logistical Management Specialist. Mr. Capellas ispreceded in death by his father Edmund Santos Capellas, and his brother, Thomas Capellas. He is survived by his wifeHelga Capellas, mother, Mrs. Eloise Capellas, sister Judy Gerard and husband Kehau Gerard and their children Cher andNicholas, daughters Ramona Beard and husband Andy Beard, Leilani Capellas, Nicole Smith and husband Bryan Smith andgranddaughters Kirstie Beard and Sienna Capellas. Mr. Capellas will always be remembered as a loving husband, father,and "Opa". He will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. Visitation will be on Sunday February 10, 2002 from4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with the Rosary Service at 7:00 p.m. at Harding Orr & McDaniel Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will beMonday February 11, 2002 at 9:30 a.m. at San Antonio Catholic Church. Graveside services will follow at Fort BlissNational Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Kehau Gerard, Jack Yurko, Dwaine Halmos, Bob Adkins, Johnathan Saulters, and AndyBeard.
El Paso Times - Feb 10 2002

CARILLO, FLORENTINO H.
81, died Thursday, February 7, 2002. Born in Hanover, N.M. heresided in Sierra Blanca, Texas for 30 years before moving to El Paso where he was a longtime resident. Florentino issurvived by his beloved wife, Eva, of 61 years; brothers, Santiago, Leo, Alfredo and 1 sister, Elvira Lopez. He is alsosurvived by many nieces and nephews and a very special extended family which included his "Columbo", Grenuda, Bubba,Nannie, Junior, Joann, Ruly, Christe, Veronica and Anna. While serving in the United States Army during World War II,Florentino was honored with the American Theater Medal, European African Middle Eastern Service Medal with 3 BronzeBattle Stars, Purple Heart Medal and 1 overseas Service Bar. He was a Prisoner of War and a disabled veteran. Tino wasretired from civil service, but explored many other endeavors to keep himself out of mischief. To those that knew himwell, we knew that mischief was his favorite past time. He touched many peoples lives with great sincerity. We hope youwill join us in bidding our last farewell to the toughest soldier we know! Visitation will be held from 4-9 p.m. Sunday,February 10, 2002 with the recital of the rosary at 7 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home East. Mass of the resurrection will beat 1:15 p.m. Monday, February 11, 2002 at St. Paul Catholic Church, 7424 Mimosa. He will be laid to rest at Fort BlissNational Cemetery with military Honors. Pallbearers will include Javier Melendez, Rogelio Carrillo, Alberto Grijalva,Jason Grijalva, Jose Lopez Jr., and Raul Bueno Jr. Honorary Pallbearers include Manuel Bustamante, Robert Savedra Sr.,Angel Lujan Jr, Angel Lujan III, and Matthew Dadich. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home East.
El Paso Times - Feb 10 2002

CROUCH, MAXINE ELIZABETH
92, passed away Friday, February 8, 2002 in a local hospital.She was a resident of El Paso since 1953 and was a member of St. Luke's Methodist Church. Mrs. Crouch was a retiredsalesperson for Francis Bounds Dress Shop. She was an avid bridge player and was one of the best female golfer in ElPaso in the 1950's. Mrs. Crouch was an artist and a sports enthusiast. She was preceded in death by her husband, HiterCrouch. She is survived by her sons, Harry Hiter Crouch and wife Marie and Donald Wayne Crouch. Daughter, Carolyn Bryantand husband Tom. 3 Grandchildren and 5 Great Grandchildren. Funeral Service will be Monday at 10 a.m. at St. Luke'sMethodist Church. Interment will follow in Restlawn Memorial Park. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME - CAROLINA.1060 CAROLINA DR. 598-3332
El Paso Times - Feb 10 2002

ENGER, GAYLE JANET PAYETTE
47, passed away on the sixth day of February 2002, after acourageous battle with cancer. Gayle was born to Robert and Janet Payette on December 29, 1954, at Lake Geneva,Wisconsin. She was preceded in death by her father. Gayle resided in El Paso from 1981. A graduate of the University ofTexas at El Paso in 1985, she taught kindergarten at Roberts Kohlberg schools for fifteen years. Gayle was married toThomas F. Enger on July 29, 1987, at Waimea Falls, Oahu. She is survived by her husband and daughters, Marisha GeneHicks and Alison Sarah Hicks and by her stepson Paul Thomas Enger. She is also survived by her mother and stepfather,Janet and Robert Perry, of Waupaca, Wisconsin, and by her brothers, John and Thomas Payette. A memorial service was heldfor family members at her home. Should friends desire, contributions may be made in Gayle's memory to Thomas F. EngerFBO College Fund, c/o 609 E. Robinson, El Paso, Texas, 79902, which has been established for the education of herdaughters. We who are bereaved will love and miss her every day of our lives.
El Paso Times - Feb10 2002

FREDDIE, JAMES EVERETT
81, passed away on Tuesday, February 05, 2002. He was a longtimeresident of El Paso and member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Freddie is survived by his wife Alexzenia Freddie; four sons,James, Earl Willis, Dwight and Jeffery J. Freddie; two daughters Pearlette Turner and Alexzenia Williams; sevengrandchildren and four great grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Sunday, February 10, 2002 from 4:00 - 9:00 p.m.with a rosary at 7:00 p.m. at Martin FuneralHome East. A funeral mass will be held on Monday, February 11, 2002 at 12:00p.m. at San Antonio Catholic Church. Burial will take place at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery.
ElPaso Times - Feb 10 2002

GARZA-PENA, MAGGIE LOUISE,
83, passed away on Thursday, February 7, 2002. She was born inMarfa, Texas and was a longtime resident of El Paso. Mrs. Garza-Pena was dedicated to her home and her family. She ispreceded in death by her loving husband, Manuel Garza Pena, Jr. She is survived by sons, Frank Edward Dutchover andRichard Salcido; daughter, Marie Garza-Pena; 13 grandchildren; 31 great grandchildren; brothers, John, Henry and EdwardDutchover; sisters, Mary Barchenger, Emma Evans, Dorothy Perez and Sue Consoll. Visitation will be held from 4-9 p.m. onSunday, February 10, 2002 with the recital of the rosary at 7 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home East, Chapel of Peace. Mass ofthe resurrection will be said at 10 a.m. on Monday, February 11, 2002 at Santo Nino de Atocha Catholic Church, 219 SouthClark. Interment will be at Evergreen East Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Mario A. Martinez, Gilbert K. Martinez, EdwardF. Dutchover, John Evans, Luis Juarez, Max Rodriguez. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home East.
El Paso Times - Feb 10 2002

JIMENEZ, FERNANDO ALBERT
58, passed away Wednesday, February 6, 2002. Mr. Jimenez was alifelong resident of El Paso. He is survived by his mother, Dora R. Jimenez; daughter, Camille Jimenez; brothers, Tonyand George Jimenez; several cousins, nieces and nephews; Amparo Rubi, Hope Benitez and Martha Cervantez and his longtimecompanion and friend Jewell Lopez. Visitation will be held on Monday, February 11, 2002 from 4-9 p.m. with the recitalof the Rosary at 7:30 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home East, Chapel of Peace. Mass of the resurrection will be held at St.Joseph's Catholic Church with time pending. Interment will be at Evergreen East Cemetery. Services entrusted to SunsetFuneral Home East.
El Paso Times - Feb 10 2002

MIRANDA, REV. MSGR. RAFAEL
69, passed away Friday February 8, 2002 in a local hospital.Msgr. Miranda was born on December 1, 1932 in Arnedo, La Roja, Spain. He received his Priesthood formation at theAugustinian Rocollect Seminary and was ordained into the Priesthood on July 25, 1956 in Marcilla, Navarra, Spain. InMarch of 1957 he was sent to Mexico where he served as a missionary priest for more than 16 years. He came to theDiocese of El Paso in 1973 and was named administrator and later Pastor of Cristo Rey Church. In February of 1982 hebecame Pastor of Our Lady of the Light Church. Msgr. Miranda was elevated by the Holy Father, John Paul II, to the rankof Monsignor on May 3, 1988. In September 1988 he was assigned to San Judas Tadeo Church where he was currently servingas Pastor. He is survived by his brothers, Rev. Fr. Angel Miranda and Jesus Miranda and wife, Paquita. Sister, PetraMiranda Miranda. Msgr. Miranda is also survived by his nieces and nephew, Marivico, Ana Christina, Conchita, Jesus andSoraya Miranda. Visitation will be Monday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at San Judas Tadeo Catholic Church. Vigil Services willbe Monday at 7 p.m. at San Judas Tadeo Catholic Church. Concelebrated Mass of the Resurection will be Tuesday at 11 a.m.at St. Patrick Cathedral with Most Reverend Armando X. Ochoa, Bishop of El Paso principle celebrant. Priests from theDiocese of El Paso will serve as pallbearers. Interment will be in Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCRESTFUNERAL HOME DONIPHAN CHAPEL. 5054 Doniphan Dr. 587-0202
El Paso Times - Feb 10 2002

TORRES, JUAN
92, passed away Thursday, February 7, 2002. Longtime resident of El Paso,Texas. Mr. Torres served in the U.S. Army during WWII and retired after 30 years of employment at William Beaumont ArmyMedical Center. He was preceded in death by his beloved mother, brothers and sisters. "Uncle Johnny" was more of asurrogate father and grandfather to his surviving nephew and nieces, especially Olga Ortega who was raised in his homeand Joe Carillo Jr. who assisted with his care and had several other nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, greatgreat nieces and nephews. Mr. Torres will lie in state Monday, February 11, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. atMartin Funeral Home Central. Rosary Service will be held at 7:00 p.m. at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held at9:15 a.m. Tuesday, February 12, 2002 at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Joe Carrillo Jr., RichardCarrillo, Joe Torres Jr., Manuel Gomez Jr., Antonio Alvarado and Rogelio Orozco. Burial at Ft. Bliss NationalCemetery.
El Paso Times - Feb 10 2002

GORRELL, EVELYN RUTH
84, passed away Saturday, February 9, 2002 in El Paso. She was aresident of El Paso since 1956 and was a member of the Valley View Baptist Church. She was a retired teacher havingtaught at Valley View Christian School. Mrs. Gorrell was preceded in death by her husband Loran E. Gorrell and sonWilliam L. Gorrell. She is survived by her daughters, Linda Gorrell Fraser, Beth Gorrell Conlin, Nancy Gorrell Nelsonand Nita Gorrell Loyd. Grandchildren, Kimberly Hurley, Kevin Conlin, Langdon Gorrell, Jason Loyd and Tracy Loyd. GreatGrandchildren, Jason Tadano, Meagan Hurley, Leighann Hurley, Jonathan Tadano, Ryan Hurley, Logan Conlin, Nathan Hurleyand William Gorrell II. Brother, Duane Lewis. Sisters, Doris Wells, Marianna Derr, Norma Hatridge and Nelda Farthing.Graveside Service will be Tuesday with time pending at Restlawn Memorial Park. Honorary Pallbearers will be KevinConlin, Langdon Gorrell, Jason Loyd, Ron Loyd, Ron Nelson, Fred Fraser, Bill Pickett, and John Hurley. In lieu offlowers, memorial contributions may be made to La Mariposa Hospice or The American Cancer Society of El Paso. Intermentwill be in Restlawn Memorial Park. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME-CAROLINA. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598-3332.
El Paso Times - Feb 11 2002

GUTIERREZ, ISIDRO Sr.,
"Chilo" 76 passed away Saturday February 9, 2002, a resident of ElPaso since 1972, he owned and operated Chilos Radiator Shop and was a member of the Catholic faith. Mr. Gutierrez issurvived by his wife; Manuela, children; Ruth Muller and husband Larry, Isidro "Chilo" Jr. and wife Sandra. EstherDrummond and fiance Osvaldo Esparza, four grandchildren, brother; Jose Reyes. Visitation will be Monday at RestlawnFuneral Home 4848 Alps from 4 PM to 9 PM. with Rosary recited at 7 PM. Funeral Mass will be said Tuesday at 9 AM at St.Francis Xavier Catholic Church with burial to follow at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery.
El PasoTimes - Feb 11 2002

OCHOA, ALFREDO
75, passed away Friday, February 8, 2002 in El Paso. He was a longtimeresident of El Paso. Mr. Ochoa was the owner of Best Floor Covering Co. and was a Veteran of the U.S. Army having servedduring World War II. He was preceded in death by his son Alfredo Ochoa, Jr and brothers Jimmy and Robert Ochoa. He issurvived by his wife, Maria Elena Ochoa. Sons, Richard Ochoa and Joseph James Carrillo. Daughters, Irene Sanchez, OfieSeymore, and Lety Perez. Grandchildren, Missy Ross, Kristen Carrillo, Simon Sanchez, Sharon Sanchez, and PriscillaPerez. Great Grandchildren, Noah James Ross and Farica Simona Garcia. Brothers, George Ochoa and Armando Ochoa. Sisters,Rosa Gonzalez, Cecilia Quinn and Martha Clevenger. Visitation will be Monday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest FuneralHome-Carolina. Prayer Service will be Monday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Service will be Tuesday at 8:45 a.m.at Hillcrest Chapel with Pastor Gary Wilcox officiating. Pallbearers will be Joseph Carrillo, Richard Ochoa, EricSeymore, Dr. James Ross, Simon Sanchez, George Ochoa, and Armando Ochoa. Interment will be in Fort Bliss NationalCemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME-CAROLINA. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598-3332
El PasoTimes - Feb 11 2002

SHADLE, CARMEN
50, passed away Saturday February 9, 2002 in a local hospital. She was alife long resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Shadle had been employed as a medicaltranscriber. Survivors husband Patrick Shadle. Children Rick Shadle, Vanessa M. Shadle and Jennifer A. Tyson.Grandchildren Jacqueline Tyson, Calvin Shadle and Spencer Shadle. Parents Jose David Chavez and Nelly I. Chavez.Brothers: David Chavez and Art Infante. Sisters: Elizabeth Castaneda and Rebecca Campos. Visitation will be Monday from2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home Doniphan chapel. Recitation of the rosary will be Monday at 7 p.m. atHillcrest Doniphan chapel. Funeral mass will be Tuesday at 2 p.m. at St. Patrick Cathedral. Pallbearers will be DavidChavez, Art Infante, John Campos, Rick Shadle, Pat Shadle and Morris Tyson. Interment will be in Memory Gardens of theValley. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME DONIPHAN. 5054 Doniphan Dr. 587-0202
El Paso Times -Feb 11 2002

TOWER, RENA ANN
79, passed away Wednesday February 6, 2002, she was an El Paso residentsince 1959 and a member of Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church for 35 years. Mrs. Tower is survived by; husband; DouglasE. Tower Jr., son; Paul Tower, daughter; Maryanne Quevedo and husband Robert, grandchildren; Shelly, Austin, Angela,Stormy and Taryn, great-grandchildren; Megan and Heather, two sisters; and two brothers and numerous nieces and nephewsin the New England area. Funeral Mass will be said Tuesday at 10:00 AM. at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church; 10000Pheasant Road with burial at Fort Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Feb 112002

WALTERMIRE, ELSA B.
born December 28, 1913, passed away February 9, 2002. Elsa retired asa secretary for the El Paso I.S.D., former member of Trinity First United Methodist Church; El Paso Womens Club, P.E.O.,daughters of the Confederacy, and the El Paso Archealogical Society. She is survived by husband; Marcus Waltermire,daughter; Betty Anne Bell. Granddaughters; Regina and Dasha Bell, son; Mark B. Waltermire, sister; Ruby Lewis, niecesand nephews. Private Funeral Services held at Restlawn Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be madeto the Wesley Fellowship Class c/o Trinity First United Methodist Church El Paso.
El Paso Times -Feb 11 2002

PINA, MERCEDES FIGUEROA
"MECHE" 77, passed away February 8, 2002 in Hutchinson, KS. Shewas a lifetime resident of Hutchinson, a homemaker, a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church and the LadiesAltar Society. She was preceded in death by her husband Amado Pina Jr., sister Eva Reyes and parents. Survived by sonsWilliam "Bill", Victor, Arthur G., Arnold T, all of Hutchinson, Amado III & Marty G. both of Wichita; daughters RosemaryAleman & Laura Rangel both of Hutchinson; brother Ignacio Figueroa, Hutchinson; sisters Juanita Figueroa & BarbaraGarcia both of Hutchinson, Jovita Vasquez Guanajuato, Mexico, 18 grandchildren, 9 great great grandchildren. Visitationwas held from 9-9 on Sunday February 10, and from 9-4 on Monday February 11, 2002. Rosary was held on Monday February11, 2002 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, So. Hutchinson. Funeral Mass will be Tuesday February 12, 2002 at 11a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in So. Hutchinson with Father Ned. J. Blick officiating. Interment will beat Fairlawn Burial Park. In care of Elliott Mortuary, memorials may be sent to the church.
ElPaso Times - Feb 12 2002

ACOSTA, ENRIQUE CAPRIO
79 Born 1925, passed away Saturday, February 9, 2002. He was alifetime resident of El Paso. He is survived by his wife, Margarita D. Acosta; daughters, Yolanda Drisdale and ElviraBorrego; sons, Enrique Jr., Ruben and David Acosta; 13 grandchildren; and 13 great grandchildren. Visitation will beheld from 4-9 p.m. Tuesday, with a prayer service at 7 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home East, Chapel of Remembrance. Thefuneral service will be said at 10 a.m. Wednesday, also at Sunset Funeral Home East. He will be laid to rest atEvergreen East Cemetery. Enrique Acosta Jr., Ruben Acosta, David Acosta, Anthony Acosta, Javier Casanova, Dean Drisdale,Joseph Drisdale and Ben Borrego will serve as pallbearers. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home East.
El Paso Times - Feb 12 2002

SIMMONS, GRADY L.
74, passed away Sunday, February 10, 2002. Mr. Simmons was born June5th, 1927 in Vernon, Texas to Jewel and Alex Simmons. He was married to Joyce Wilder on November 11, 1944. He moved toEl Paso from Waco, Texas in 1959 where he was active in the Lions Club, Civitan, Waco Children Orphanage and JuniorChamber of Commerce where he was man of the year. In El Paso he was a Volunteer for Candelighters of El Paso. He issurvived by his wife of 57 years, Joyce Simmons, Son Garry Dan Simmons and wife Brenda of El Paso, Daughter JennieceLehman and husband Larry of El Paso. Grand daughter Barbara Elmore and husband Jason of San Antonio. Mr. Simmons waspreceded in death by son Larry Don Simmons and Daughter-in-law Jane Bartholomay Simmons. Visitation will be from 6 p.m.to 8 p.m. Tuesday, February 12th at the Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, February 13th inKaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Pallbearers: GarrySimmons, Bill Lehman, Allen Lehman, Jason Elmore, Mark Denson and Jim Mitchell. The family of Mr. Simmons would like tothank all of his Doctors and the Nurses at Sierra Medical Center Intensive Care Unit for the care and love. In lieu offlowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Candlelighters of El Paso.
El Paso Times - Feb12 2002

SALAS, OLGA
51, passed away Friday February 8, 2002. Olga was born on May 6, 1950 in Cd.Juarez, Mexico. Olga has been a longtime resident of El Paso for 29 years. She is survived by her loving husband JuanSalas and children Juanito M. Salas and Velia O. Salas. Mrs. Salas was also survived by her caring mother ConcepcionAlvarado, her sisters Emma Nadu, Elodia Perez, Guadalupe Martinez, and all her nephews, nieces, and friends. Visitationwill be from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday February 13, 2002 at Mt. Carmel Funeral Home with a rosary service at7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday February 14, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. at Mt. Carmel Catholic Church. Intermentwill be at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Thank you to all our family and friends for 51 years of suport, joy and happiness. Wewill greatly miss you, you will live forever in our hearts.
El Paso Times - Feb 122002

ALVARADO, CRYSTAL MARIE
18, passed away Saturday, February 9, 2002 in El Paso. She was alifelong resident of El Paso and had been a student at Austin High School. Crystal is survived by her mother, PatsyAlvarado. Step-mother, Sandra Martinez. Uncles, Bobby Alvarado and Esteban Alvarado, Jr. Aunts, Catalina de la Rosa,Martha Anderson, Esther Haynes, and Elizabeth Bustamante. Beloved Cousins, Melissa Ann Bustamante, Elizabeth Bustamante,Ashley Tibuni, Ailleen Gonzalez, Sandra McDermott and many more cousins. Visitation will be Tuesday from 2 p.m. to 9p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Prayer Service will be Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Servicewill be Wednesday at 9 a.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Pallbearers will be John Haynes, Bobby Alvarado, Esteban Alvarado,Charlie Martinez, Aaron Balderrama and Jerry Diaz. Interment will follow in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrange-ments byHILLCREST FUNERAL HOME - CAROLINA. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598-3332.
El Paso Times - Feb 122002

Saenz, Annette
Our mother went to be with our Lord Friday, February 8, 2002. She was bornJanuary 3, 1949 to Nicolas Saenz and Aurelia Salas. She was a loving mother, grandmother and sister. Left behind tocherish her memory are her children Margie Perez (Alejandro), Elias Jurado (Lindsey), Felix Castaneda (Gladys) and KarlaDiaz and her grandchildren Kevin Villa, Breanna Jurado, Jennifer Perez, Alejandro Perez, Jr., Elizabeth Jurado, andBrittany Castaneda, her brothers Nicolas Saenz, Alfonso Salas, Tomas Salas, her sisters Juana Ortega, Maria Ramos, andEladia Salas. Several nieces and nephews. She will be deeply missed, but we are thankful to the Lord for the time we hadher. Our deepest appreciation to Dr. Valilis for all his support and under-standing. Thank you also to the nurses andstaff at La Mariposa Hospice. Visitation will be Tuesday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina.Prayer Service will be Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Service will be Wednesday at 11 a.m. at Caminos deVida, 7861 San Jose Rd. Family members to serve as pallbearers. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangementsby HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME - CAROLINA. 1060 CAROLINA 598-3332.
El Paso Times - Feb 122002

FRAGA, JOSE GUILLERMO
80, passed away Saturday, February 9, 2002. Mr. Fraga was aLithographer with Guynes Printing Company, and he was also a WWII Army Veteran. He is survived by his daughters DaeniraMeyer and her husband Robert, Cynthia Gerhardt and her husband Steve, brother Carlos Fraga and his wife Aurelia, sistersElena Martinez and her husband Manuel, Elvira Wardy and her husband Albert, granddaughters Maureen Elizabeth Meyer andMonica Nicole Meyer. Visitation will be held Wednesday, February 13, 2002 from 6:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at MartinFuneral Home West where Rosary will begin at 7:00 P.M. Funeral Mass will be held Thursday, February 14, 2002, at 11:30A.M. at St. Matthew's Catholic Church, Fr. Juventino Celino officiating. Pall-bearers will be Manuel Martinez, AlbertWardy, Carlos Fraga, Steve Gerhardt, Robert Meyer and Ray Fraga. Honorary Pallbearers will be David Fraga and ChrisBombela. Interment will follow at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with Military Honors.
El Paso Times- Feb 12 2002

GRANTHAM, BERNICE ELIZABETH BYLER
95, passed away on Sunday, February 10, 2002. She was aresident of El Paso, Texas, a member of Scottsdale Baptist Church. Mrs. Grantham attended Southwest Texas StateUniversity in San Marcos, TX, the University of Redlands in Redlands, CA, and Sul Ross State University in Alpine, TX,where she received a B.S. Degree in August 1962. She taught for five years in Southern California and for 19 years inTexas, 13 of them in El Paso, at Scottsdale and Edgemere Elementary School; she retired in 1975. She was a Civil ServiceAccountant for ten years, and a member of YRTA and NRTA. Mrs. Grantham was also a Veteran of World War II. Mrs. Granthamis survived by her son, James N. Grantham and 3 grandchildren. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 13, 2002from 4:00 - 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home East. A graveside funeral service will be held on Thursday, February 14,2002 at 11:00 a.m. at Evergreen East Mausoleum.
El Paso Times - Feb 13 2002

ESTRADA, MARIA L.
75, passed away Monday, Feb. 11, 2002. Friends of her grandchildrenbegan calling her "Granny", and through the years, the name stuck. She was affection-ately known as "Granny" by all wholoved her - a testament of her loving nature and her willingness to invite you into her extended family, whether youwere her relative or not. A lifelong resident of Fabens, she was preceded in death by her husband, Andres Estrada Sr.,and her children Ernesto Estrada and Maria Inez Estrada. She is survived by her children - Alicia Gonzalez, AndresEstrada Jr., Berta Meunier, Tomas Estrada, Gloria Estrada, Norma Estrada-Vejil, and David Estrada; 11 grandchildren -Bonnie, Yvonne, James, Donna, Michel, Lisa, Diane, Vanessa, Andrew, Vicky and Justin; 2 great-grand-children - Bryannaand Seth; daughters-in-law - Carmen and Irma Estrada; sons-in-law - Joe Gonzalez and Fred Vejil; brother Fred Martinezand sister Delia De La Hay. Recitation of the rosary will be at 7 p.m. Thursday at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Churchin Fabens. Funeral mass will be said at 10 a.m. Friday at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, with Father Menaofficiating. Interment will follow at the Fabens Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Tomas Estrada, Andres Estrada, JamesEstrada, David Estrada, Ernie Batson, Fred Vejil, Bonnie Galvan and Shirley Acosta. A heartfelt thank you goes to Dr.Panagiotis Valilis, whose kind and expert medical care during the past five years was always aimed at optimizing thequality of his "miracle patient's" life. Thanks also goes to Dr. Jeanette Tan and all the compassionate, professionalstaff of Integrated Health Services who saw that her final days were spent in as much comfort and dignity as possible. Aspecial thanks goes to Teresa Rodriguez of Outreach, who helped care for "Granny" during her final days at home, and tothe staff at Quantum Homecare. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to cancer and osteoperosisresearch charities.
El Paso Times - Feb 13 2002

Valdivia, Esperanza C.
93, lifelong resident of El Paso passed away February 8, 2002 athome. Preceded in death by her husband Refugio Valdivia. She is survived by sons Dr. Rodolfo Carlos Valdivia, Armando G.Valdivia and Armando Rodolfo San Roman; daughters Josefina (Nena) Aguirre and Dr. Eliza B. San Roman; grandsons, PaulValdivia of El Paso, Armand Valdivia of Pomona, CA; granddaughters, Denise Ramos of Walnut, CA, Hope Lopez of Azusa, CA;several grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. She was a member of St. Ignatius CatholicChurch. Visitation will be Thursday, 2:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. with Rosary at 7:00 p.m. at Harding Orr & McDaniel Chapel.Funeral Mass will be held Friday 10:00 a.m. at St. Ignatius Catholic Church. Interment to follow at Evergreen Cemetery,Alameda. Many thanks to Sun Country Medical Equipment and Altomar Home Health Care. Pallbearers will be Dr. RodolfoCarlos Valdivia, Armando Rodolfo San Roman, Armando G. Valdivia, Carlos Rodolfo San Roman, Armand Valdivia and JoseLopez. Honorary Pallbearers, Dr. Eliza B. San Roman and Paul Andrew Weber. Peace at last.
El PasoTimes - Feb 13 2002

ANAYA, RICARDO
"Richey" 67, went to be with our Lord on Saturday, February 9, 2002. Hewas born in Smeltertown and was a lifelong resident of El Paso. He retired from the city of El Paso (street dept.). Heserved in the U.S. Army and was a veteran of the Korean War. He was preceded in death by his parents, Zacarias and MariaC. Anaya, sisters, Carmen Martinez and Elvira Romero, brothers, Gilberto, Regino, and Pedro Anaya. He is survived by hissisters, Trini Sida, Paula A. Ruiz, and Lupe Ballesteros, brother, Jose F. Anaya, and several nieces and nephews.Special thanks to his niece Adelina and her husband Catalino for helping him during the last years of his life. Mr.Anaya will lie in state Wednesday, February 13, 2002 from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at San Jose Funeral Home. Rosary willbe prayed at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday in the funeral home chapel. Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, February 14, 2002at 10:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church. Pallbearers will be Catalino Alonzo, Gilbert Alonzo, Gilbert Alonzo, Jr.,Christopher Alonzo, Reynaldo Navarro, and Nieves Ballesteros. Burial will be held at Fort Bliss National Cemetery withMilitary Honors.
El Paso Times - Feb 13 2002

COMMANDER, BETTIE HARRIS
96, passed away February 1, 2002 in El Paso, TX. She was born onApril 22, 1905, Antlers, Oklahoma, to Cyrus Lucius Harris and Nettie Garrard Harris. She spent her youth in Las Vegas,NM until she moved to El Paso where she lived most of her life except for a brief time in Chicago. She was an activemember of the First Presbyterian Church, Eastern Star, and an El Paso Pioneer Families organiza-tion. She kept in goodhealth by walking. She enjoyed traveling throughout the world and working in the gift department at the White HouseDepartment Store. She was preceded in death by her brother, Theodore Garrard Harris, Sr., and her sister, CharlotteHarris Bygnes. Thanks to her many friends who have visited and cared for her, especially Maria Gonzales, Paola Mendoza,and Lea Daniel. She is survived by nephews, Theodore Garrard Harris, Jr. and wife Rosemary; William Bradford Harris; andniece, Bettie Harris Hines and husband Walter. Cremation services have already been held. The family will celebrate herlife with a private memorial. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Bettie's memory to the First PresbyterianChurch in El Paso. Funeral services arranged by San Jose Funeral Home, 601 S. Virginia St. 532-1856.
El Paso Times - Feb 13 2002

BARCENA, ENRIQUE
"Kiki" 77, passed away Monday, February 11, 2002. He was a lifetimeresident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. He was a World War II Veteran serving in England with the ArmyAir Corp. Mr. Barcena was preceded in death by his wife Josephine Barcena, his parents, Jose and Guadalupe Barcena,sister, Josefina Barcena and brother, Roberto Barcena. Mr. Barcena was a 1945 graduate of Bowie High School and aretired employee of the United States Post Office. He is survived by his son Henry Jon Barcena, daughter in law, LisaBarcena and grandchildren, Henry Jon II and Dominic Vincent, brothers, Ricardo Barcena and wife Anne, Raul Barcena andwife Aurora, Ruben Barcena and wife Irene, sisters, Lucia Carrillo, Olivia Wyndham and husband John, Josefina Perry,Yolanda Barraza and husband Ricardo and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. until 9 p.m.,Thursday, February 14, 2002, at Sunset Funeral Home N.E. located at 4631 Hondo Pass. Rosary will be at 7 p.m. onThursday at the funeral home chapel. Mass will be on Friday, February 15, 2002, at 9:30 a.m. at Immaculate ConceptionCatholic Church. Interment will follow at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with Military Honors. Pallbearers will be RubenBarcena, Armando Reza, John Wyndham, David Wyndham, Alex Carrillo and Richard Rocha. The family would like to thankmedical personnel, family and friends for their support, joy and happiness.
El Paso Times - Feb13 2002

IKARD, WANELLE N.
79, passed away Monday, February 11, 2002. She was a resident of ElPaso since 1964. She was a member of St. Luke's Episcopal Church and was a receptionist with the Trust Department at theformer Texas Commerce Bank. She was also a member of the Panhellenic Association, DAR, PEO, Pan American Round Table, ElPaso Women's Club, Zeta Tau Alpha. Survivors include her daughter Demetra Ikard Pender (Robert) of Round Rock, TX;brother, Merrill Norton (Jane) of Fredricksburg, TX; nephews, M.L. Norton (Lena) & their children Michael & Jenna,Duncan Norton (Jo Betsy) & their children Reed & Cole, Erik Norton; cousins, Louise Duke (James), Betty Caphart(Charles) Tommy Norton, Dr. Robert Norton, Frances Newman. Memorial Services will be held Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at St.Clement's Episcopal Church in McKee Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Clement Episcopal Church or favoritecharity. w/picture # 726279 MALDONADO Arron A. Maldonado, 38, passed away on Saturday, February 9, 2002. He was alongtime resident of El Paso, member of the Catholic Church and served as a Sgt. in the U.S. Army. Arron was a veteranand served in the Invasion of Graneda. He is survived by his wife, Angela Martinez Maldonado; sons, Oscar and JosephZarzosa; grandson, Joseph Zarzosa, Jr.; parents, Rosa and Andro Maldonado; and brothers, Eldon Lee and Bertram LeeMaldonado. Visitation will be on Wednesday, February 13, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with the Rosary Service at6:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home - Central Chapel. Funeral Mass will be on Thursday, February 14, 2002 at 9:00 a.m. atSt. Patrick's Cathedral. Interment at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with Military Honors.
El PasoTimes - Feb 13 2002

Aguilar, Roberto Madrigal
"El Hindo", 78, of El Paso, went to be with Our Lord on Sunday,February 10, 2002. A lifelong resident of the city, he was a devoted member of the Roman Catholic Church. He served inWorld War II as a member of the United States Army; and participated in the Invasion of Normandy Beach on D-Day. He waswounded in France and was awarded the Purple Heart and the Medal of Bravery for his actions. He was also owner ofa*guilars Upholstery of El Paso for 47 years. He is survived by his loving wife, Bernarda, of fifty-seven years and hiseleven children Roberto, Enrique, Dolores McMillan, Leticia Avila, B. Sandra Peralta, Charlie, Patricia Aguilar, JoseLuis, Oscar, Rebecca and Rodolfo, twenty-two grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sistersLuz Marquez, Elvira Valdezspino, and Beatriz Uro. Visitation will be Wednesday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at HillcrestFuneral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will beThursday at 11:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Bobby Aguilar, Enrique Aguilar, CharlieAguilar, Jose Luis Aguilar, Oscar Aguilar, Rodolfo Aguilar, Sandra Peralta and Patricia Aguilar. Interment will be inEvergreen Alameda Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME - CAROLINA. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598-3332
El Paso Times - Feb 13 2002

LEON, MRS. MARGARITA ESCALANTE
67, passed away Tuesday, February 12, 2002 in El Paso. Shewas a longtime resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Leon retired from Levi Strauss & Co. after18 years of service. She is survived by her husband, Cirilo Leon. Daughters, Maria Teresa Covarrubias and Rosa Miranda.step-daughter, Ana Maria Leon Orquiz. Grandchildren, Mayte, Ruby and Jaime Covarrubias and Joe Miranda. Brothers, JorgeEscalante and Manuel Escalante. Sister, Irene Corona. Visitation will be Thursday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at HillcrestFuneral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Thursday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will beFriday at 10 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Jaime Covarrubias, Jose Miranda, Manuel Escalante,Jorge Escalante, Carlos Escalante and Manuel Del Castillo. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Directed byHILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive. 598-3332.
El Paso Times - Feb 14 2002

Castillo, Hortensia H.
86, passed away Tuesday February 12, 2002. Mrs. Castillo was bornin Cd. Camargo, Chihuahua, Mexico and was a resident of Sacramento, California for twenty-five years. She was a residentof El Paso for two years and a member of the Catholic Church. She is preceded in death by her husband Raymundo Castillo.Mrs. Castillo is survived by her sons Raymundo Castillo, Raul Castillo, Hector Castillo, Fernando Castillo, RicardoCastillo, Javier Castillo, and her daughter Olga Solis. Visitation will be held Thursday February 14, 2002 from 4:00 pmto 9:00 pm with a rosary service at 7:00 pm at Mt. Carmel Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral mass will be held on FridayFebruary 15, 2002 at 10:00 am at Corpus Christi Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Carmel Cemetery.Arrangements by Mt. Carmel Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - Feb 14 2002

AGUIRRE, LILY E.,
82, passed away Friday, February 8, 2002 in El Paso, Texas. She was along time resident of El Paso and was a member of the Faith United Methodist Church. She graduated from El Paso HighSchool 1939 and from Fullerton Jr. College in Fullerton, California 1966. She is survived by her husband, Luis E.; herdaughters Yvette Najera and Marcia Omar and their respective husbands Joe and Burt, granddaughters, Heather Laky, ElaineNajera, Misty Omar, Sommer Omar and great-grandchildren, Hannah Bigham, Ilona Laky, James Laky, Danielle Laky. Funeralservices will be held Friday, February 15, at (11:30)_ a.m. at Faith United Methodist Church, 3500 Pershing Ave.Internment is scheduled for the National Cemetery at Ft. Bliss, at 1:00 p.m. Arrangements by La Paz Funeral Home, 3331Alameda Ave., in El Paso.
El Paso Times - Feb 14 2002

SOLIZ, LUIS MANUEL
"Pumpkin", 51, passed away Tuesday February 12, 2002. He was alongtime resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Soliz was a graduate from the Class of '69 atBowie High School. He was involved in the Vietnam Conflict. Mr. Soliz is survived by his wife Silvia Soliz Cano, motherDominga Soliz, son Luis Manuel Soliz Jr. and wife Vivian, son Jaime Manuel Soliz and wife Cindy. He was preceded indeath by father Norberto Soliz and his brother Armando Soliz. Other survivors include his grandchild Jamiee LeeannSoliz, and brothers Eliberto Soliz and Salvador Cedillo. Visitation will be held Thursday February 14, 2002 from 3:00 pmto 6:00 pm at Mt. Carmel Funeral Home Chapel. A rosary service will be held at 7:00 pm at St. Paul's Catholic Church.Funeral mass will be held on Friday February 15, 2002 at 1:00 pm at St. Paul's Catholic Church. Interment will follow atFt. Bliss National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Luis Manuel Solis Jr., Jaime Manuel Solis, Michael Buts, Esteban Solis,Salvador Cedillo, and Jose Alfredo Cano. Arrangements by Mt. Carmel Funeral Home.
El Paso Times -Feb 14 2002

CURTIS, LTC JOHN
USAF Retired passed away Saturday February 9, 2002 at 79 years of ageafter a prolonged illness. Col. Curtis was a long-time El Paso resident. He was a distinguished and highly decoratedCombat Aircrewman and a veteran of WWII, Korean and Vietnam Wars. His beloved children Patti Davidson, Carol Heath,Cathy Carufel and Kraig Curtis survive Col. Curtis. Services will be held on Friday in Houston, Texas.
El Paso Times - Feb 14 2002

ASCHERL, Evelinda Du,
50, passed away on Monday, February 11, 2002. She was born inIloilo, Philippines and became a registered nurse. She was the nurse manager of Pediatrics at Thomason Hospital for 22years. Mrs. Ascherl is survived by her husband, Martin Ascherl M.D.; daughter, Cassandra Marie Ascherl; brothers,Antonio, Vicente, John and Teddy; sisters, Bernadette, Rosario, Rosalinda, Blessilda, Merle, Annabelle, Ma. Ellen; andher mother, Remedios Du. Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 14, 2002 from 4:00 - 9:00 p.m. at Martin FuneralHome East with a rosary at 7:00 p.m. A funeral mass will be held on Friday, February 15, 2002, at 11:00 a.m. at St.Raphael's Catholic Church. Burial will take place at Mt. Carmel Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Feb 142002

MARTIN, B.R.
"Tex" 71, passed away Tuesday, February 12, 2002 in a local hospital. Mr.Martin was a member of the Baptist Church and was a retired foreman for Texaco Refinery. He is survived by his wifeEleanor C. Martin, son, Thomas Ray Martin, daughter, Kathy Braggs of Midland, Texas, 7 grandchildren, 5 greatgrandchildren and 2 sisters. Visitation will be Thursday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina.Graveside service will be Friday at 2 p.m. at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. Family members and friends will serve aspallbearers. Interment will be in Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made toBloys Campmeeting Association, P.O. Box 279, Valentine, TX. 79854. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CarolinaDrive. 598-3332
El Paso Times - Feb 14 2002

JONES, JAMES E.
"Jim" 79, loving husband, father and grandfather went to be with our Lordon Monday, February 11, 2002. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Lon V. and Betty Jones. He is survivedby his wife of 26 years, Mary Dell; son, Wayne Jones of Ruidoso; daughter and son-in-law, Bonny and Bill Schulenburg;and son and daughter-in-law of El Paso, Wes and Cindy Smith of Nogal, NM. He is also survived by grandchildren, Eric,Cody, and Justin Jones; Shannon, Krissi, and Matthew Bennett; Chris, Celina, Taylor, Shayla, Doug, J.R., and Drew Smithand Monty Key. He was a graduate of Austin High School and a WWII veteran serving in the Navy on the USS Lexington. In1950, Jim took over his father's business, Jones Hat Shop, in downtown El Paso and ultimately moved the business toMontana Ave where it flourished until its closure in 1993. He supplied quality hats and western clothing to people allover the southwest. He was a prominent and respected business man and received the Stetson Hat Company's Retailer of theYear award in 1981. Jim was enlisted by Stetson to travel to Danbury, CT to create various hat creases that were madeinto mold, aiding western stores in the east. After retirement, he moved to Ruidoso, NM and opened J Bar J Western Storeuntil his final retirement in 1999. He moved to Alamogordo and became a member of the Cuba Street Church of Christ. Hewas also a long time member of the El Paso County heriff's Posse. Visitation will be held on Friday, February 15 atHarding, Orr & McDaniel from 6 to 8 pm. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 16 at 10 am at Harding, Orr& McDaniel Chapel with Jim Morrow officiating. Pallbearers will be his grandsons and honorary pallbearers will be the ElPaso County Sheriff's Posse. Graveside services immediately following at Restlawn Cemetery on Dyer.
El Paso Times - Feb 14 2002

CORRAL, ANA M.
95, went to be with Our Lord on Monday, February 11, 2002. She was a longtime resident of El Paso and was a member of St. Ignatius Catholic Church. She is preceded in death by her husband,Angel Corral; her sons, Miguel and Jose Corral and a daughter, Antonina Smith. She is survived by her sons, Hipolito andRoberto Corral; daughters, Angela Sosa, Margarita Landin and her husband, Alfonso Landin and Ana Wible and her husband,Larry Wible; 25 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren and 5 great great grandchildren. Visitation will be Friday,February 15, 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.Funeral mass will be Saturday, February 16, 2002 at 8:45 a.m. at St. Ignatius Catholic Church. Pallbearers, MarcialSosa, Rosalio Sosa, Jr., Jose Sosa, Jose Sosa, Jr., Victor Corral and Ricardo Corral. Honorary pallbearers, AlfonsoLandin. Interment at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. "You will be missed by your family..."
El Paso Times -Feb 14 2002

SKURLOCK, HELEN (JOSEPH)
February 13, 2002. She was a loving mother and grandmother. Shewas a long time resident of El Paso and belonged to St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church. Survivors are, son JerrySkurlock, daughter Pamela Cofield, grandchildren Donald and Jason Cofield, 2 great grandchildren, sisters Jennie Ling,Dorothy Bazari, Rosie Joseph and her brother George Joseph. Visitation will be Friday at 4 p.m. with Trisagion Serviceat 7 p.m. Funeral service will be Saturday at 2 p.m. in St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church with interment to be atRestlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church buildingfund.
El Paso Times - Feb 15 2002

DELGADO, ZENAIDA
Mother and Grandmother passed away Tuesday, February 12, 2002. Born onApril 7, 1930, Zenaida was an American Citizen and a long time resident of El Paso. She is survived by her husbandAdolfo Delgado, son Alberto Delgado, and daughter Lucia Caballero. Other survivors include her four grandchildren,Rachel, Naomi, Adam, and Jonah. An unforgettable and vivacious woman, Zenaida will forever be close to her loved ones.Visitation will be on Saturday, February 16, 2002 from 8:00 A.M. to 9:00 A.M. followed by a Rosary Service at 9:00 A.M.at Mt. Carmel Funeral Home, 1755 N. Zaragosa. The Funeral Mass will be held at St. Paul's Catholic Church at 11:00 A.M.,7424 Mimosa. Interment will follow at Mt. Carmel Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Feb 152002

SCANLAN, CHARLES PATRICK
67, accountant, of El Paso, Texas, died January 29, 2002.Services were held at St. Raphael Church in El Paso. Charles was born in Coleman, Texas in 1934 to M.S. Scanlan andBeulah Nunn Scanlan, both are deceased. Survivors are his son Michael Scanlan at El Paso; brothers M. Tom Scanlan ofKingman, Arizona; N. John Scanlan of Loveland, Colorado; Dennis G. Scanlan of El Paso and Ronald Scanlan of Pueblo West,Colorado. Sisters are Rose Ann Spudeck of San Antonio, Texas; Mary Ann Grasso of Houston, Texas; Patricia Ortega of SanDiego, California; Betty Ann Scanlan of Pueblo, Colorado and Marie Hamilton of El Paso. Charles' interests included bullfighting, hunting and fishing.
El Paso Times - Feb 15 2002

LARA, AURORA M.
89, passed away Wednesday, February 13, 2002. She was born into aprominent pioneer family in San Elizario, Texas to Romanita Madrid Montes and Jose Jesus Montes Mrs. Lara was a lifelongresident of El Paso, Texas. Her great-grandfather Telesforo Montes was a County Judge and a Captain in the TexasRangers. Her grandfather Jesus Montes was a Texas Minuteman and County Commissioner and her father Jose Jesus Montesserved as Justice of the Peace in San Elizario, Texas. Preceded in death by her husband Roberto Lara. Survived by sonsPedro Lara and wife Margarita, Roberto Lara and wife Mary, Jose Hector Lara and wife Enedina, daughters Martha L. Vargasand husband Tony and Delia G. Lara, 16 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, brothers Jose Jesus, Maximo, Oscar andLuis Montes and sister Maria Teresa Maldonado. Mrs. Lara will lie in state Friday from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. atMartin Funeral Home Montana. Rosary Service will be held at 6:00 p.m. Friday at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be heldat 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Bobby Vargas, Gabriel, Mike, Joe,Hector, Nick, Phillip and Pete Lara, Jr. Burial at San Elizario Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions maybe made to National Parkinson Foundation, Inc., Development Department, c/o Marc Lichtman or Lois Heffernan, 1501 N.W.9th Ave., Miami, Fl. 33136-1494 or call 1-800-327-4545 or to Hospice of VNA, 2211 E. Missouri, Ste. 200, El Paso, TX79903. "Aurora touched everyone who met her in a beautiful way. She will be greatly missed."
ElPaso Times - Feb 15 2002

Martinez, Antonio P.
81, passed away Tuesday, February 12, 2002 in El Paso, TX. A retiredemployee of Southern Union Pacific, he recently relocated to El Paso after living many years in Tucson, AZ. He waspreceded in death by his parents, Raul and Gudelia Martinez, brothers: Virgilio, Homero, and Rogelio Martinez. Survivedby sisters: Elva Reza, Guadalupe Ceniceros, Gloria Rodriguez, and Blanca Contreras. Loving nephews and nieces: MartaCeniceros Munoz, Enrique Ceniceros, Eduardo Ceniceros, Jesus Reza, Sergio Reza, Homer Reza, Raul Reza, Tony Reza, ElvaReza Lopez, Maria Reza Hughes, as well as many more in Torreon, Mexico. A loving brother and uncle, he will always beremembered for his loving generosity. Visitation will be held on Friday, February 15, 2002 from 11:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.at San Jose Funeral Home. Rosary will be prayed at 11:30 A.M. in the funeral home chapel. Funeral Mass will be at 12:30P.M. Cremation services will be held at a later date. Funeral services directed by San Jose Funeral Home, 601 S.Virginia St. 532-1856
El Paso Times - Feb 15 2002

HAMPTON, JAMES R. M.D.,
aged 63, passed away on Feb. 13, 2002. He is survived by his wifeMavis, son Lance Hampton and wife Kim of Frisco, TX, and son Galen Hampton of El Paso. He was a practicingophthalmologist in El Paso for 29 years. In lieu of flowers, if you wish, please make a donation to your favoritecharity.
El Paso Times - Feb 16 2002

TWOMEY, ANNA
a longtime resident of El Paso, passed away peacefully in her sleep onWednesday, February 13, 2002. She was 102 years old. Anna leaves behind her daughter in law, Rosemary, 4 grandchildrenand 7 great grandchildren. Visitation will be from 3 to 9 pm on Sunday, February 17, 2002 with the Recital of the Rosaryat 7 pm at Sunset Funeral Home - East. Graveside service will be held at 11 am on Monday, February 18, 2002 at Our Ladyof Mount Carmel Cemetery. Interment will follow. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home - East.
El Paso Times - Feb 16 2002

Cadena, Bernabe T
born July 4, 1911, passed away February 14, 2002. He had been aresident of El Paso since 1955 and was a carpenter all of his life. Mr. Cadena is preceded in death by his wife Senaida.He is survived by his daughters: Delia Gallardo and Tita Candy Cadena, his sons: Bernabe Cadena Jr. and Xeorxe CadenaSotelo, his sister: Elidia Brito, his brothers: John Joe, Henry, Fred, Cosme, Rudy, and Charlie Cadena, hisgrandchildren: Fernando Cadena, Ana Maria Fematt, Patricia Cadena, Michael Angel and Mark Alan Gallardo, Barbara Kilton,George Cadena, Catherine Michelle Cadena, Margaret Lynn Cadena and Nicholas A. Gonzalez, his great grandchildren:Joshua, Marleen, and Andy Cadena, Jennifer and Christopher Fematt, Michael Angel Gallardo III, Alex Kilton, Candice,Amanda, Jessica and Gabriela Cadena and Javier Gonzalez. Local services will be: Visitation at 5 p.m. on Saturday atNazareth Hall with rosary at 6 p.m. Alpine, TX services will be: Monday Feb. 18, 2002, rosary service at 7 p.m. at OurLady of the Peace Catholic Church. Funeral mass will be on Tuesday the 19th at 11 a.m. at the same church. Burial willfollow at Holy Angel Cemetery. His grandsons will serve as pallbearers. In lieu of flowers donations may be made toNazareth Hall.
El Paso Times - Feb 16 2002

Morales, Alfonso Sr.,
55, "Grandpa", life long resident of El Paso and a devoted memberof the Roman Catholic Church. He was a superintendent of the Sewer Construction Division for the El Paso Water Utilitieswhere he worked for 34 years. A proud graduate of Bowie High School, Class of 1967. Preceded in death by his parentsEzequiel and Herminia Morales, sister Lourdes and brother, Jesus R. Morales. He is survived by his wife, Maria EstherMorales, son Alfonso Morales, Jr., daughters Sylvia and Sgt. Pedro Lozoya (USAF, Japan), Edna and Juan Portillo of ElPaso. His loving grandchildren whom he adored with all his heart Ricky and Julie D. Carillo, Michael and AdrianPortillo, Peter A. Lozoya. Sisters Olga M. Castaneda, Delia and Mario Sanchez, brothers Ezequiel and Hiromi Morales Jr.(USNR), Eduardo and Andrea Morales and sister-in-law Stephanie Morales. Godfather Manuel Holguin, aunts Maria T. Almada,Carmen Talamantes, Esther Fierro and Ofelia Morales. His in-law family, mother Carmen V. Marquez, sisters CatalinaMarquez, Carmen and Manuel Diaz, brothers Ruben and Maria Luisa Marquez, Arturo and Alicia Marquez. Also survived bymany nieces, nephews and cousins. Visitation will be Friday, February 15, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at MartinFuneral Home-Central and from 7:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with the rosary service at 7:45 p.m. at St. Ignatius CatholicChurch. Funeral mass will be Saturday, February 16, 2002 at 12:00 p.m. at St. Ignatius Catholic Church. Pallbearers,Eduardo Morales, Ezequiel Morales III, Rolando Castaneda, Cruz Marquez, Hector Holguin, Jose C. Ponce, Juan Portillo andCompadre Jesus C. Olivas Interment at Mt. Carmel Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Feb 162002

BLACKWELL, JOE T.
71 passed away Tuesday February 12, 2002 at Sierra Medical Hospital,nine days after his birthday. He was born in Crenshaw, Alabama on February 03, 1931. He served 28½ years in the UnitedStates Army and retired as a Msgt. E-8. He traveled the world over with his family, but decided to make El Paso hishome. Joe lived his life to it's fullest during his 71 years. Preceding him in death was his beloved wife Anita M.Blackwell, one of his brothers, J.W. Blackwell, and his only sister Joyce Blackwell. "POP", "POP-POP", "Father", "Dad"and "Daddy" is survived by famly members, brother James Blackwell and his beloved sister-in-law Juanita Blackwell ofOpelika, Alabama. Step-mother Flossie Blackwell of Crestview, Florida, his daughter's Gloria A. Diaz Blackwell-Clark,Lillian Borsello, his son Joe Michael Blackwell, his Son-In-Laws' Joseph P. Borsello and Michael R. Clark. GrandchildrenLisa M. Jacobsen, Daniel T. Gormley, Precious L. McGivney and Nicole Borsello, plus five Great Grandchildren. Joe willbe greatly missed by his family and friends. Each of us will have a different memory of the love and joy we shared withhim and we will always love and keep him in our memories and close to our hearts. Dad, the time has come for us to goour separate ways, but in time we will be together again, till then remember Always We Love You and MAY GOD BLESS YOUJOE!! Mr. Blackwell will lie in state Tuesday, February 19, 2002 from 4:00pm until 9:00pm at Martin Funeral HomeCentral. Funeral Services will be held at 12:15pm Wednesday, 'February 20, 2002 at Martin Chapel. Pallbearers will beMichael R. Clark, Joseph P. Borsello and Brian Jacobsen. Burial will be at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery withHonors.
El Paso Times - Feb 18 2002

REICHERT, JOHN E.
passed away to our Lord and Savior, Sunday, February 10, 2002 at hisresidence. John was born in Zama, Japan, June 9, 1958. A resident of El Paso for over 35 years. John was a teacher atFather Yermo High School for many years. He was also a member of the El Paso Umpires Association for over 15 years. Hegraduated from the University of Texas at El Paso, and from Parkland High School. John was also a soldier in the UnitedStates Air Force. He is survived by his mother Eleanor Reichert; his daughter Paula Marie Reichert, Brothers, Paul J.Reichert III, Robert Reichert, Michael Reichert, and sister Mary Ellen Kline. He was loved by many and will be missed.Visitation will be held from 4 to 9 p.m. on Monday, February 18, 2002 at Sunset Funeral Home Northeast, located at 4631Hondo Pass. There will be a Graveside service at 9:30 at Fort Bliss National Cemetery, followed by theinterment.
El Paso Times - Feb 18 2002

SALAZAR, FRANCISCA P.
91 passed away on February 16, 2002, after a brief illness. She wasa longtime El Paso resident, a member of St. Patrick's Cathedral for 46 years and a member of The Altar Society for 30years. She was also a mentor for the H.O.S.T.S. program at Beall School. She is preceded in death by her husband VictorR. Salazar. She is survived by her daughters; Irma Richel Wright, Maria Salazar Tummillo (Anthony), Alice Rhodes (Bill)of Abilene, Yolanda Salazar, and Aida Quade (Bob) of Lakewood, CO., her sons; Victor Salazar (Irma), and George Salazar(Pam), her brother; Rogelio Padilla (Carmen), 24 grandchildren, and 34 great grandchildren. Services will be: visitationwill began at 4 p.m. on Monday with Rosary at 7 p.m. in the Harding-Orr & McDaniel Funeral Home Chapel. Mass will be onTuesday at 11:00 a.m. at St. Parick's Cathedral. Interment will follow at Mt. Carmel Cemetery.
ElPaso Times - Feb 18 2002

Edwards, Dolores H.
83, of Durazno passed away on February 16, 2002. A member of GuardianAngel Catholic Church, she is survived by daughters, Sylvia Edwards, Nellie Smith, Margaret Fisher, Yolanda Smith, IrmaGreen; Sons, Daniel Edwards and Raymond Edwards; dozens of grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.Visitation will be Tuesday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will beTuesday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Funeral Service will be Wednesday at 10 a.m. at HillcrestFuneral Home - Carolina. Family members will serve as pallbearers. Interment will be in Evergreen East Cemetery.Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive 598-3332
El Paso Times - Feb 192002

DE SANTIAGO, ALEJANDRO
73, passed away Tuesday, February 12, 2002 in Las Vegas, Nevada.He was a resident of Las Vegas, Nevada and was a former resident of El Paso. Mr. De Santiago was a retired carpenterwith Mission Furniture Co. He was a musician in Los Angeles and El Paso having played with the Trios. He is survived byhis wife, Ernestina De Santiago. Sons, Enrique De Santiago and Antonio Perez. Daughters, Debra Amador, Maria Vasquez,Alexa Hernandez and Isela Garcia. 8 Grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Sisters, Luz De Santiago and Irene Barrientos.Visitation was held Sunday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary was heldSunday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass was held Monday at 10 a.m. at Cristo Rey Catholic Church. Intermentwas held in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME - CAROLINA. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598-3332
El Paso Times - Feb 19 2002

HORNEY, GLEN EDWARD
of El Paso, Texas passed away on Friday, February 15, 2002, at theage of 59. He was a member of the U.S. Air Force from 1960-1966. In 1970, he met and married his wife of thirty-oneyears Donna Horney and had three daughters. In 1984, they moved the family to El Paso, Texas where he worked at FedEx asan Aircraft Mechanic for twenty-five years. He will be truly missed. He is survived by his wife, Donna Horney; hischildren and their spouses, Kimberly and Michael Villanueva; Kathleen and Mat Feltner all of El Paso, Texas; Kyleen andDavid Blanchard of Amarillo, Texas; his brothers and sisters-in-law, Eldon and Patty Horney of Clarks Hills, Indiana;David and Carolyn Horney of Rockville, Indiana; and his grandchildren, Makenna Villanueva and Shelby Feltner. A MemorialService will be held at Martin Funeral Home-West on Tuesday, February 19, at 6:00 p.m. Pastor Jim Dunnofficiating.
El Paso Times - Feb 19 2002

JOHNSTON, ROBERT
passed away Sunday, February 17, 2002. He had been the owner of Smith-Johnston Plumbing in El Paso for forty-one years. He was born October 2, 1926 in San Angelo, Texas. As a child, helearned the plumbing trade from his father. A veteran of WWII, Mr. Johnston served in the Signalman Corps of the U.S.Navy from 1942 to 1946. He was awarded a certificate of Participation in the Service School's Command BoxingChampionship. After an honorable discharge from the Navy, Mr. Johnston attended San Angelo College where he was electedto the Phi Theta Kappa Fraternity and a member of the National Honor Society. He brought his wife and child to El Pasoin 1949, making this city his home for the remainder of his life. In 1962, Mr. Johnston obtained his Master Plumbinglicense and bought the Smith Plumbing Company, changing the name to Smith-Johnston Plumbing. For 41 years, he encouragedmany local plumbers to get their state license and remained dedicated to quality service for his many customers. In1983, he was appointed to the Plumbing Board of Exceptions by order of the City Council of El Paso. He earned therespect and gratitude of many people for his ability to tackle difficult problems and help others in his field. Survivedby wife Maria Elena, daughter Vicki Diane Johnston, grandchildren Marissa L. Rocha and Luis A. Rocha II, greatgrandchild Larissa A. Duarte, brothers Jim Johnston and Leon Johnston and sister Doris Brewton. Funeral Mass will beheld at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday at St. Patrick Cathedral. Burial will be private.
El Paso Times - Feb19 2002

RAMIREZ, MARIA DE JESUS
"JESSIE" 68, a lifelong resident of El Paso, passed away onSaturday, February 16, 2002. Mrs. Ramirez dedicated her time to her home and family. She is preceded in death by herbeloved husband, Salvador Ramirez, father, Carlos Portillo and 2 grandchildren. She is survived by her mother, ConsueloPortillo; son, Salvador Ramirez Jr.; daughters, Elizabeth Rivera, Leticia Osborne, Corina Ramirez and Michelle Ramirez;grandchildren, Adam and Nicole Rivera, Carly and Jesus Osborne, Vanessa Ramirez, David Morales, Celeste, Issac andJoseph Contreras; great grandchild, Jacob Rivera; brothers, Carlos Portillo Jr. and Rudolfo Portillo and sisters OlgaVallejo and Tere Rodriguez. Visitation will be from 3 to 9 pm on Tuesday, February 19, 2002 with the Recital of theRosary at 7 pm at Sunset Funeral Home - East, Chapel of Remembrance. Mass of the Resurrection will be at 10:00 amWednesday, February 20, 2002 at St. Raphael's Church, 2301 Zanzibar. Interment will follow at Evergreen East Cemetery.She was a mother to all. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home - East.
El Paso Times - Feb 192002

SCHMIDT, FRANKE RAE
SFC U.S. ARMY RET., 81, passed away Sunday, February 17, 2002 in ElPaso. He had been a resident of El Paso since 1953. Mr. Schmidt faithfully served his country during the Korea andVietnam era. He retired after over 20 years of active duty service in the U.S. Army. Mr. Schmidt was a true humanitarianand a true gentleman, and was deeply loved by his family. He is survived by his wife Maura Schmidt. Sons, Franke RaeSchmidt Jr. and wife, Deborah and Kenneth D. Schmidt and wife Ana. Daughter, Joy E. Tellez and husband, Hector.Grandchildren, Audrey A. Schmidt, Kenneth D. Schmidt Jr., Jennifer Schmidt, Brandon Schmidt and Cody R. Schmidt.Brother, Walter H. Smith. Visitation will be Wednesday from 3:30 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 service will be Thursday at 12:15 p.m.at Hillcrest Chapel. Pallbearers will be Franke Rae Schmidt Jr., Kenneth D. Schmidt, Hector Tellez, Kenneth D. SchmidtJr., John Esparza, Ceferino Anchondo and Sonny Feria. Interment will be in Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with FullMilitary Honors. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME-CAROLINA. 1060 Carolina Dr. 598-3332
ElPaso Times - Feb 19 2002

Fogel, Helen Agnes
82, passed away Friday, February 15, 2002. A resident of El Paso since1959. Mrs. Fogel was a retired Nurse and a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by herhusband, Alfred F. Fogel and 5 sisters and 3 brothers. She is survived by her 2 sons Marc Fogel and Greg and ChrisFogel; 3 daughters Debbie and Bill Pearson, Mary and Doug Ebers and Sue Fogel and Paul Gay; daughter-in-law Lark Fogeland life long friend Dale Cunningham; 10 grandchildren, 1 brother, George Saniga; 1 sister, Wilma Fogel and 1 sister-in-law Polly Fogel. Vistation will be Tuesday, February 19th from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Homewhere Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, February 20th at BlessedSacrament Catholic Church. Interment will follow in Fort Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times -Feb 19 2002

GARCIA, GUADALUPE V,
96, passed away Sunday, February 17, 2002. Longtime El Paso residentand member of the Catholic Church. Preceded in death by husband Antonio Garcia. Survived by sons Nicholas V., Jose V.,Carlos V., Mauricio V., Ruben V., Richy V. and Tony V. Garcia, daughters Genoveva Carrillo and Margarita Silva, 16grandchildren, 46 great grandchildren and 9 great great grandchildren. Mrs. Garcia's visitation will be held Tuesdayfrom 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home Montana. Rosary Service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday atMartin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held at 9:15 a.m. Wednesday at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. The family willbe serving as pallbearers. Burial at Evergreen East Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Feb 192002

ARZOLA, EUSTOLIA
"Tula", 67, passed away Saturday, February 16, 2002 in El Paso. She wasa resident of El Paso for 32 years and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Arzola was a retired processor withMountain Pass Cannery. She was preceded in death by her sister Concepcion Gonzalez. She is survived by her husbandRicardo Arzola. Sons, Jorge Luis Arzola, Edwardo Arzola, Ricardo Arzola, Jr., and Adan Arzola. Daughters, Maria de JesusArzola and Eva Arzola. 15 Grandchildren and 6 Great Grandchildren. Brother, Pedro Paez. Sister, Maria Luisa Arrellano.Visitation will be Tuesday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will beTuesday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Wednesday at 10 a.m. at Guardian Angel Catholic Church.Members of the family will serve as pallbearers. Interment will be in Evergreen East Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCRESTFUNERAL HOME - CAROLINA. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598-3332
El Paso Times - Feb 19 2002

REYES, JOEL CASTRO
63, passed away Sunday February 17, 2002. He was a long time residentof El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Reyes is survived by his wife Maria Guadalupe Reyes, sons OtilioReyes, Miguel Reyes, Fernando Reyes, Victor Reyes, Nicolas Reyes, Ezequiel Reyes, Martin Reyes, and his daughters LydiaReyes and Maria Elena Valentina. He was preceded in death by son Joel Reyes. Other survivors include twenty-fourgrandchildren, fourteen great-grandchildren, brother Fernando Harvin, and sisters Genoveva Gutierrez, and NicolasaCastro. Visitation will be held Wednesday February 20, 2002 from 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm with a rosary service at 7:00 pm atMt. Carmel Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral mass will be held Thursday February 21, 2002 at 9:00 am at Guardian AngelCatholic Church. Interment will follow at Evergreen Alameda Cemetery. Arrangements by Mt. Carmel Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - Feb 19 2002

MUNOZ, DOLORES CORTEZ
94, passed away Saturday, February 16, 2002. Mrs. Munoz was alifelong resident of El Paso and a member of Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church. She was also a member ofCursillistas and Sacred Heart of San Antonio. Mrs. Munoz had nine children and is survived by her son Jose Cortez,daughters, Anita Carbajal, Virginia Whitt, Cristina Montes, and Frances Nicholson. Other survivors include twelvegrandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild. She will be greatly missed by her familyand friends. Visitation will be held Tuesday, February 19, 2002 with a Rosary Service at 7:00 PM at Mt. Carmel FuneralHome Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, February 20, 2002, at 10:00 AM at Our Lady of the Valley CatholicChurch. Interment will follow at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jose Cortez, Robert Nicholson, DamianNicholson, Theron Nicholson, Edward Whitt, Edmundo Montes, and Henry Duran. We want to give special thanks to SunsetNursing Home and staff for caring for our mother. Arrangements by Mt. Carmel Funeral Home.
ElPaso Times - Feb 19 2002

Silva, Rev. Gabriel A. S.J.,
died February 17, 2002 in Guadalajara, after a long illness.Father Silva was born in El Paso on September 21, 1926, attended Cathedral High School and entered the Society of Jesuson May 10, 1944. He was ordained on October 25, 1958. Fr. Silva taught at the Jesuit schools in Guadalajara, andTorreon. He attended parishes throughout Mexico, and San Diego, California. Preceded in death by parents, Antonio andTomasa Silva, four brothers and a sister. He is survived by a sister, Julieta S. Escandon, 17 nephews and nieces,numerous grandnephews. Memorial Mass of the Resurrection on Saturday, February 23, at 4:00pm, Sacred Heart Church, 602S. Oregon, Fr. Rafael Garcia, S.J. officiating.
El Paso Times - Feb 20 2002

DADICH, MAJOR MATTHEW
"MATT" USA (Ret.), 79, passed away on Saturday, February 16, 2002.First came to El Paso in 1949 and returned in 1958. He was a member of St. Raphael Catholic Church, a Life Member of St.Raphael Men's Assn. And Honorary Life Member of the Knights of Columbus Council #7563. He retired from the U.S. Army in1961 with over 21 years of service. He received a Battlefield Commission in Korea in 1951. He was a veteran of WWII andKorean War. Among his awards and decorations he received the Bronze Star, Purple Heart and Good Conduct Medal plusletters of Commendations on many occasions. He was a Perpetual Member of the Military Order of World Wars. A Life Memberof the Reserve Officers Assn. American Legion Post 58, Veteran of Foreign Wars Post 8782, DAV Post #165, EPAC-NAVS. PastDistrict Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler of the B.P.O.E. Past Exalted Ruler of the El Paso Elks Lodge No. 187. Served on theHandicapped Children's Board for over 20 years and became a Chaplain Emeritus of the Texas Elks Children's Services in1999. While in El Paso, he was employed by Mission Funeral Home, Asst. Manager of Martin Funeral Home, Co-Owner ofHillcrest Funeral Home and Manager of Sunset Funeral Home - Carolina. Survived by his wife, Mary "Marie" Dadich;daughter and son-in-law, Deanne O'Rourke and William "Bill" O'Rourke; all of El Paso. Grandson and wife, Billy O'Rourkeand Jackie O'Rourke; great grandson, William Ross O'Rourke, all of San Antonio, Texas; granddaughter, Erin LynnO'Rourke, Round Rock, Texas; sister, Mary Timlin, Rock Springs, Wyoming. Several Nieces and Nephews. Visitation will befrom 2 to 9 P.M. on Thursday, February 21, 2002 in Sunset Funeral Home - East, with a Rosary to be recited at 7 P.M. onThursday, February 21, 2002 in Sunset Funeral Home - East. Mass of the Resurrection will be said at 12:45 P.M. onFriday, February 22, 2002 in St. Raphael Catholic Church with Rev. Msgr. Francis J. Smith, VG, P.A., officiating. ElksGraveside Services by the PER's of El Paso Elks Lodge #187. Interment will follow at Fort Bliss National Cemetery withMilitary Honors. Richard Brown, Tino Garcia, Sam Heredia, Andy Robb, Bob Parker and David Spirek will serve aspallbearers. PERs of Elks Lodge #187 will serve as honorary pallbearers. In lieu of flowers, family requests thatmemorial contributions be made to the Texas Elks Children's Services c/o El Paso Elks Lodge No. 187, 1211 E. CliffStreet, El Paso, Texas 79902. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home - East.
El Paso Times -Feb 20 2002

Gandara, Salvador
80, passed away Saturday, February 16, 2002 in El Paso. He was alongtime resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Gandara is preceded in death by his son, AlfonsoGandara, his daughter, Luz Ma Gandara, and his grandson, David Apodaca Jr. He is survived by his wife Maria, children,Rosorio Sanchez (Luis), Los Angeles, Javier Gandara (Virginia), Southgate, Cal., Jose Luis Gandara (Gloria), El Paso, MaElena Sanchez, Los Angeles, Lucy Apodaca David), El Paso, TX, Pedro Gandara (Rosa), El Paso, TX., Cruz Gandara,(Cecilia), El Paso, TX, Salvador Gandara Jr. (Dora), El Paso, TX, Ruben Gandara (Melinda), El Paso, TX, Jaime Gandara(Susana), Southgate, Cal., Angel Montes (Juana), El Paso, TX, Josefina Arce (Fulgencio) Delicias, Guadalupe Montes, ElPaso, TX, Irma Montes, Cd. Juarez, Rosa I Montes, Cd. Juarez, and Maria Montes, Cd. Juarez, his sisters, CresenciaTorres, brothers, Ramon Gandara, Eufemio Gandara, 53 grandchildren, 34 great grandchildren and 2 great greatgrandchildren. Visitation will be Wednesday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home Carolina. Recitation of theRosary will be Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home Carolina. Funeral Mass will be Thursday at 10 a.m. atGuardian Angel Catholic Church. Family members will serve as pallbearers. Interment will be in Mt. Carmel Cemetery.Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive 598-3332
El Paso Times - Feb 202002

McClintock, Lourdes
65, passed away February 17, 2002 in San Antonio, TX. She was retiredfrom International Banker with Wells Fargo in El Paso. Preceded in death by her husband Wayne McClintock and her sonRobert Caffrey. She is survived by her son Wayne McClintock, II, sisters Leticia (Humberto) Zarate, Evangelina Campos,Sylvia (Roberto) Pena, and her brother Adrian Flores-Crosby. Visitation will be Thursday, February 21, 2002 from 5:30p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Memorial Service at 6:30 p.m.
El Paso Times - Feb 20 2002

WIDAS, RUDY M.
73, passed away Monday, February 18, 2002. Lifelong El Paso resident andmember of St. Joseph Catholic Church. Mr. Widas worked for many years for Falstaff Brewery and the City of El Paso.Preceded in death by brother Robert H. Widas. Survived by wife of 55 years Catalina Widas, son John Paul Widas,daughters Patricia Anne Widas, Jo Anne Widas, Joan W. Anderson, Cathy W. Allen and Gina W. Andrade, sister Mary Anne W.Sanchez and 19 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren. Mr. Widas will lie in state Wednesday, February 20, 2002 from 5:00p.m. until 6:45 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Rosary service will be held at 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 20,2002 at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, February 21, 2002 at St. JosephCatholic Church. Pallbearers will be John Paul Widas, Ray Zermeno, Richard Allen, Ray Sanchez, Alex Alvarado, Felix SanRoman, John Zermeno and Paul Zermeno. Honorary Pallbearers will be Luke Widas, Robert Fernandez, Danny Alvarado, ArmandoSan Roman, Jesus Carrejo, Rudy Zermeno, Sam Zermeno and Frank Zermeno. Burial at Evergreen East Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Feb 20 2002

ARD, JAMEY DUANE
30, passed away on February 13, 2002. Survivors: his father: Jonas Ard,Jr., mother: Carolyn Faust, Stepmother: Karen Ard, Brothers: Joseph Ard, Jebby Ard, and his two children Jamey andJessica Ard. Memorial services: 4-6 p.m., Thursday, February 21, 2002, at 5936 Porpoise. Arrangements by San JoseFuneral Home. 532-1856
El Paso Times - Feb 21 2002

Prescott, Margaret McDonald
aged 95, passed away on Friday, February 15, 2002. She wasborn in Belvidere, Illinois to Ada and Alexander McDonald. She was raised on a homestead in Stanford, Montana andattended college in Great Falls where she sang light opera with the Montana State Singers. She married Harry Prescott inGreat Falls where they lived while he worked for Anaconda Copper Company and they began raising four of their fivechildren. When they moved from Montana to El Paso, she began a lifetime of service to her community. For over 50 years,she was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, where she served several terms as President of the Women'sAssociation and as their Spiritual Life Chairman for many years. She was served the church as a member of the Board ofTrustees, as a Deacon and as an Elder. She was also Historian and provided a report to the congregation for theCentennial Celebration. From 1967 to 1972, she worked as the Business Manager of the Church. She sang in the choir,often contributing her lovely soprano voice in solo for services or special occasions. She was a student of the Bibleand taught Sunday School classes for all ages, from young children to the Guild Class. She was also an active communityparticipant and strong advocate for Texas Western College (now UTEP). She served as President of the Women's Auxiliaryfor the college that assisted women students in furthering their education. She was also Chairwoman of the Women'sAuxiliary to the American Institute of Mining, Metallurgical and Petroleum Engineers (AIME), which raised funds forscholarships and loans for metallurgy students. She was a member of the Panhellenic Council and an alumnus of AlphaGamma Delta Sorority. She was proud of her political affiliation with the Republican Party and often served as aprecinct chair. She was selected as a delegate to the national convention during the Nixon and Kennedy campaign. Shestayed interested in these passions of hers until near the end of her life, reading and listening to reports of thegrowth and success of these institutions. But her greatest love was her family and she took great pride in each andevery one's accomplishments: of her son Harry and 4 daughters, (Joyce Dixon, Carol Schoepske, Margaret Hogan, EdithMcArdle), her 15 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren and 4 great, great Grand- children. Funeral services will be heldSaturday, February 23 at 1:00 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 1340 Murchison. Proceeding the services will be areception at 12:00 Noon. Immediately following the service, internment will be at Rest Lawn Memorial Park, 8700 Dyer.Margaret's grandchildren are serving as pallbearers. They are also providing the flowers for the service in lovingmemory of their grandmother. Harding, Orr and McDaniel Funeral Home, Inc. are providing arrangements.
El Paso Times - Feb 21 2002

Sambrano, Mary Lou
78, passed away on Sunday, February 17, 2002. Mary Lou was a lifelongresident of El Paso and dedicated her time to her family and home. She was a member of the Third Order of the FranciscanSisters at St. Raphael's. She is survived by her husband, Jose R. Sambrano; sons, George Figueroa, Richard Figueroa, JoeArthur Sambrano and Hector Figueroa; daughters, Mary Lou Ayres, Terry Sambrano and Cindy Aguayo; 9 grandchildren; 7great grandchildren; brothers, Jaime Cumplido and Anastacio Cumplido; sisters, Felicitas Rios and Consuelo Sigala, allof whom will miss her. Visitation will be held from 4 to 9 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2002 with the recital of theRosary at 7:30 pm on Thursday at Sunset Funeral Home - East. Mass of the Resurrection will be said at 9 am on Friday,February 22, 2002 at St. Raphael Catholic Church, 2301 Zanzibar. Interment will follow at Fort Bliss National Cemetery.Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home - East.
El Paso Times - Feb 21 2002

Villescas, Carlota C.
92, passed away Sunday, February 17, 2002. Mrs. Villescas lived inCanutillo for 91 years, where she was one of the original families who lived there. She was a member of the CatholicChurch. Mrs. Villescas was preceded in death by her husband, Lauro Villescas. Survived by her son Enrique Villescas,daughters Yolanda Lucero and her husband Reymundo, Mary E. Perez and her husband Bonifacio, 14 grandchildren, 36 greatgrandchildren, and 6 great great grandchildren. Visitation will be held Thursday, February 21, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home West where rosary will begin at 7:00 p.m. Funeral mass will be held Friday, February22, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Canutillo, TX. Pallbearers will be Santos Lucero, Eric Lucero,Iaan Lucero, Perry Duby, Paul Ruedas and Julio Quintana. Interment will be in Canutillo Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Feb 21 2002

OGDEN, SYLVIA M.
50, passed away February 19, 2002. Mrs. Ogden was a lifelong resident ofEl Paso and had worked for the Texas Attorney General's Office, attended El Paso Community College, and had beenTreasurer of the El Paso Council for the Blind. She was a member of Corpus Christi Catholic Church and also participatedat St. Pius X Catholic Church. Mrs. Sylvia Ogden was preceded in death by her mother Anita Mendoza Ybarra. She issurvived by her husband Alan C. Ogden, her son James H. Holguin, her sister Mary Helen Gonzales from California, heraunt and uncle Mr. and Mrs. Antonio Mendoza, and cousins Mr. and Mrs. Frank Dominguez. Other survivors include severalnieces and nephews. Visitation will be held Thursday February 21, 2002 from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm with a rosary service at7:00 pm at Mt. Carmel Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral mass will be held on Friday February 22, 2002 at 10:00 am at St. PiusX Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be James H. Holguin, Robert Gonzales Sr., Robert Gonzales Jr., Johnny Gonzales,David Dominguez, and Albert Gonzales. Honorary pallbearers will be Frank Dominguez, Eucebio Gonzales, and Oscar Sanchez.Arrangements by Mt. Carmel Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - Feb 21 2002

HOLGUIN, EUSEBIO OLIVAS
77, passed away Wednesday, February 20, 2002 in El Paso. He was aresident of El Paso for 30 years and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Olivas retired after having been employedwith a local dairy. He was preceded in death by his wife Angela Gonzalez Olivas and daughter Otilia Olivas. He issurvived by his sons, Alfonso Olivas, Francisco Olivas, Raymundo Olivas, Leopoldo Olivas, Carlos Olivas, Rodolfo Olivasand Eusebio Olivas, Jr. Daughters, Belen O. Lopez and Leticia Olivas. 47 Grandchildren and 46 Great Grandchildren, 4brothers and 5 sisters. 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 10 a.m. at Sts.Peter and Paul Catholic Church. Members of the family will serve as pallbearers. Interment will be in Mount CarmelCemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERALHOME - CAROLINA. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598-3332
El PasoTimes - Feb 21 2002

GARCIA, VICTOR RAMIREZ
51, passed away Sunday, February 17, 2002. He was a lifelongresident of El Paso. Preceding him in death is his mother, Catalina Weaver. He is survived by father Troy H. Weaver,Jr.; son, Victor Raul Garcia; daughters, Christina Yvette Aguirre and Victoria Melinda Aguirre; 7 grandchildren;brothers, Jose Luis Garcia, James M. Weaver, David C. Weaver and Troy H. Weaver III; sisters, Juana C. Weaver Torres andRosemary Weaver Medina. Visitation will be held from 4-9 p.m. Thursday, February 21, 2002 with the recital of the Rosaryat 7 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home - Northeast. Mass of the Resurrection will be 10 a.m. Friday at St. Patrick Cathedral.Interment will follow at Evergreen East Cemetery. He will be missed by all who knew him. Services entrusted to SunsetFuneral Home - Northeast.
El Paso Times - Feb 21 2002

KANE, GLADYS
"Kandy" 80, passed away on Tuesday, February 19, 2002. She was a longtimeresident of El Paso and was a member of St. Michael's Catholic Church. Kandy" served her country as a World War IIVeteran and was involved in military and non-military charitable organizations throughout her life, and was a retiredreal estate broker. Her humor and wit will be dearly missed. She is preceded in death by her husband, John F. Kane andis survived by her son, John T. Kane and daughter, Marianne Marks and her husband, Rudy and 10 grandchildren. Visitationwill be Thursday, February 21, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with the rosary service at 7:00 p.m. at MartinFuneral Home-Central Chapel. Funeral mass will be Friday, February 22, 2002 at 1:30 p.m. at Center Chapel #2 (St.Michael's). Interment to follow at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with military honors.
El PasoTimes - Feb 21 2002

Villanueva, Leonor VELOS
56, passed away on Monday, February 18, 2002. She was a longtimeresident of El Paso where she was a sewing machine operator and gave her time to her family and home. She is survived bycommon-law husband, Esvaldo Lopez, son, Anastacio Villanueva Jr.; daughters, Laura Amador and husband, Alfonso, andSylvia Banuelos and husband, Sergio H.; grandchildren, Laura Elisa Martinez, Neida C. Amador and Esteban Villanueva;brothers, Jose Luis Veloz and Javier Veloz; sisters, Dionisia Aguirre, Maria Luisa Hernandez, Maria Teresa Reyes andMartina Torres. Visitation will be held from 4-9 p.m. Friday, February 22, 2002 with the recital of the Rosary at 7:30p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home - East, Chapel of Remembrance. Mass of the Resurrection will be said at 9 a.m. Saturday,February 23, 2002 at St. Paul Catholic Church, 7424 Mimosa. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Cemetery.She will be missed by all who knew her. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home - East.
El PasoTimes - Feb 21 2002

LAJE, DR. LUIS JULIAN M.D.,
85, passed away Monday, February 18, 2002. Dr. Laje was along time resident of El Paso and a member of the American Psychiatry Association, the American Medical Association, theEl Paso County Medical Society and the Texas Medical Society. He was born in Cordoba, Argentina on August 11, 1916 andat age 10 was sent to Spain by his parents to start his high school education. After graduating from high school, at age15, he returned to Argentina and acquired a Bachelors Degree in Agricultural Engineering, in 1938, from the UniversidadNational de Buenos Aires with honors. He worked for the Argentine Government for 8 years as a Rural Agricultural Agent;then went on to manage the family winery/vineyards and operate his own farm. In 1950 he was awarded a full scholarshipby the U.S. Government for a Masters program at Florida State University at Gainesville. He was the second man in thehistory of the university to complete his master's degree in two semesters with honors, then returned to Argentina tocontinue his work in agriculture. In 1958, at the age of 41, he entered medical school at the Universidad Nacional deCuyo. He graduated medical school with honors in April 1965; 2 months later he immigrated to the U.S. with his wife and6 children. Dr. Laje worked as a physician/psychiatrist at the Rhode Island Medical Center in Howard, R.I. and atWorcester State Hospital in Worcester, Mass. from 1965 to 1971. He and his entire family became United States Citizensin 1970. In 1971, Dr. Laje moved to El Paso to take a position as Director of Psychiatry at R.E. Thomason GeneralHospital. At age 56, he entered private practice to serve the people of El Paso and Ciudad Juarez until his retirementin 1988. After retirement, Dr. Laje continued his quest for knowledge through courses at U.T.E.P. on music, artappreciation and Latin-American literature making the honorary dean's list. His beloved children Maria Laje Romano andJuan Carlos Laje preceded him in death. Dr. Laje is survived by his wife, Maria Elena Laje, his daughter Lucila LajeDorsett and husband Rollie Dorsett, of Austin, Texas, and his 3 sons: Luis Laje, Gonzalo A. Laje and wife Lori Laje, andFernando H. Laje, all of El Paso. Other survivors include 13 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. All his lovedones; friends and colleagues will dearly miss him. The world is a better place because of him. A memorial service willbe held at Sunset Funeral Home-West on Friday, February 22, at 6:30 pm and a mass will be held at Queen of PeaceCatholic Church on Saturday, February 23, at 10:00 am.
El Paso Times - Feb 21 2002

DOMINGUEZ, ADAN
79, passed away on Monday, February 18, 2002. Born in Parral, Chihuahuaon October 10, 1922, he retired from Overhead Door, Inc. Mr. Dominguez was a lector at Our Lady of the Valley Church.During his lifetime he was a diesel mechanic, fireman, worked on paving the Pan American Highway, promoting urbanrenewal in Ciudad Juarez and participated in theater and sports. He is survived by his wife, Margarita; sons, Adan andVictor and families; 7 grandchildren; brothers, Andres, Eladio, Alfredo and families; and many nieces, nephews andgodchildren. Visitation will be held from 4 to 9 pm on Friday, February 22, 2002 with the recital of the Rosary at 7:00pm on Friday at Sunset Funeral Home - East, Chapel of Peace. Mass of the Resurrection will be said at 11:30 am onSaturday, February 23, 2002 at Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church, 8600 Winchester. Interment will follow atEvergreen East Cemetery. He was loved by many and will be missed by family, friends and neighbors. Services entrusted toSunset Funeral Home - East.
El Paso Times - Feb 21 2002

HILL, UNA BEMUS
born February 19, 1911 in San Antonio, Texas. Died February 18, 2002, oneday before her 91st birthday. Resident of El Paso since 1934. She was involved in many civic projects. She was themotivating force in establishing the Manhattan Heights Historical District and Chairman-Director of the Woman'sDepartment, El Paso Chamber of Commerce. Member of PEO Sisterhood, Chapter N for over fifty years. She was preceded indeath by her husband, Maurice E. Hill and son, Ed Hill. Survived by her son, Newton Hill, daughter-in-law, Trudy Hilland grandsons Eric Hill of El Paso and Matthew Hill of Berkeley, California. Services are to be held Saturday, February23, 2002 at 3:30 PM at the First Presbyterian Chapel, 1340 Murchison Street.
El Paso Times - Feb21 2002

MARTINEZ, MRS. ADELA A.
87, passed away Tuesday, February 19, 2002 in El Paso. She was alifelong resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Martinez is survived by her sons, LorenzoMartinez and wife Blanca, Tano Martinez and wife Rosa, Roberto Martinez and wife Rafa and Raymundo Martinez and wifeBelinda. Daughters, Cruzita Rosales and husband Jaime and Dora Ruiz and husband Manny. 22 Grandchildren. 34 GreatGrandchildren. Visitation will be Friday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of theRosary will be Friday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Saturday at Our Lady of Mount Carmel OldMission with time of mass pending. Pallbearers will be Tony Ruiz, Robert Martinez Jr., Lorenzo Martinez, Tano Martinez,Roberto Martinez and Raymundo Martinez. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME.1060 Carolina Drive 598-3332
El Paso Times - Feb 21 2002

BENSON, MARY D.
77, passed away on Monday, February 18, 2002. She is survived by herdaughter Brenda G. Smith of El Paso, Texas and sister Sarah Banks, of Dayton, Ohio. Graveside service will be held onFriday, February 22, 2002 at Memory Gardens of the Valley in Santa Teresa, New Mexico at 3:00 p.m. Arrangements bySunset Funeral Home West.
El Paso Times - Feb 21 2002

GARVERICK, MARY E.
born February 4, 1911 in Richland County, Ohio passed away Wednesday,February 20, 2002. She lived in El Paso with her daughter, Gailya and son-in-law Ed Congleton for 10 years. Alsosurviving are a son, Arnold, daughter-in-law Mary of Sacramento, California. 6 Grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren and2 great-great-grandchildren, and one sister, Cleeta and brother-in-law Vernon Davis of Mansfield, Ohio. Private serviceswill be held at Evergreen East Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Feb 22 2002

de MONYE, MARIE-CHRISTINE
60, passed away February 17, 2002. She was Director of theAcademy of the Arts in central El Paso pursuing her life-long passion as a professional ballet dancer and teacher.Marie-Christine also taught foreign languages at Gadsden High School in Anthony, New Mexico. Marie-Christine is survivedby her daughter Desiree de Monye; son Earl Peter Stagger and wife Rose; son Misha Mayr; grandchildren Lauren Michelleand Mark Andrew Stagger; Lillianna Marie and Emily Megan Graham, Ryan Kingsbury; and 2 dogs 3 cats and numerous plants.Services are Saturday, February 23 at 2:00 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home located at 5054 Doniphan Drive in El Paso.Marie-Christine loved us all. Arrangements by Hillcrest Funeral Home. 587-0202 5054 Doniphan
ElPaso Times - Feb 22 2002

CANNON, PENNY
Vistiation for, 59, of Ruidoso will be Friday, Feb. 22, at LaGrone FuneralChapel from 2:00 until 4:00 PM. A visitation will be at Restlawn Funeral Home in El Paso, Saturday, February 23 from1:30 PM until graveside service at 3:00 PM at Restlawn Memorial Park. Penny died Saturday, Feb. 16, at her home inRuidoso. She was born April 25, 1942 in El Paso and had lived there all of her life until moving to Ruidoso ten yearsago. She was a retired school teacher and was an avid golfer. She is survived by a brother, Gene Cannon of Canoga Park,California and an aunt, Phyllis Buncan of West Phoenix, Arizona.
El Paso Times - Feb 222002

Ordonez, Carlota
85, passed away in a local hospital. She is survived by her son, JesusOrdonez and sisters, Refugio Meza, Rafaela Ordonez and Margarita aldonado. Visitation will be from 4 to 9 pm on Friday2/22/02 with a rosary at 7 pm. Funeral mass will be at 10 am at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church on Saturday 2/23/02followed by the burial at Restlawn Cemetery. Funeral services entrusted to La Paz FuneralHome.
ElPaso Times - Feb 22 2002

Crouse, Gregory Lamoyne
passed away at the age of 44 in his parents home on Tuesday,February 19, 2002. He was a beloved son, brother, uncle, cousin and friend. He is grieved by all and his sense of humor,contagious energy and innate goodwill will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Greg's parents Antonio andMargarita Licona Fernandez, his sisters, Margo Crouse Suriano from Arkansas, Bonny Crouse Jeffers, from Denver,Colorado, Monica Crouse Dayoub and brothers, Michael Eugene Crouse and Raul "Dude" Crouse feel an emptiness in theirhearts and mourn his absence. He also had uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews from his large extended family,many of whom were by his side joined in prayer as he left his home. Visitation will be on Friday, February 22, 2002 from7:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. with the Rosary at 7:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home - Central Chapel. Memorial Mass will beheld at 10:00 A.M. Saturday at All Saint's Catholic Church, 1415 N. Dakota. Burial will follow at Evergreen Alameda."After living a bittersweet life, Greg is now at peace. God Bless his soul and we will never forget you..."
El Paso Times - Feb 22 2002

FRAGA, FELIX JR.,
80, passed away Tuesday, February 19, 2002. He was a longtime residentof El Paso and served proudly in the United States Army. He is survived by wife, Maria Elouisa Rodriguez; son, ThomasFraga; daughter, Patricia W. Lay; brother, Fred Fraga; sisters, Bessie L. Morales and Barbara F. Jimenez. Visitationwill be held from 4 to 9 p.m. with a Prayer Service at 7:30 p.m. Friday, February 22, 2002 at Sunset Funeral Home -West, Chapel of Peace. Pastor Edward Blakslee will officiate. He will be missed by all who knew him. Services entrustedto Sunset Funeral Home-West.
El Paso Times - Feb 22 2002

KROHN, ALBERT MATHIAS
"TITO", passed away on February 20, 2002. Tito, a lifelong residentof El Paso, was born on January 2, 1925 to Edna Mathias Krohn and Edmund Harry Krohn. He attended Dudley ElementarySchool, Black Foxe Military Academy and the University of Arizona. Tito enlisted in the U.S. Army and served as a memberof the U.S. occupation forces in Japan following World War II. In 1950, Tito once again answered his country's call as areserve officer in the Korean conflict. Tito's working career was guided by his entrepreneurial instincts. He headedLone Star Builders, The Kool Kup Company and a firm that manufactured charcoal briquettes. His affinity for Mexicoserved as inspiration for the creation of Palm's Mexico Insurance in 1973. He headed the firm until he retired in 2001.Tito will be missed by the many people he came to know throughout his life in El Paso and in his travels to Mexico andpoints beyond. He was an avid traveler whose companion on so many memorable journeys was his wife of 54 years, Amelia,also his companion throughout the most rewarding years of his life. Throughout his life, Tito was active in many civicand fraternal organizations. He was a member of the El Paso Masonic Lodge number 130 and the El Maida Temple of theScottish Rite for more than 50 years. Survivors include his wife Amelia Goodman Krohn and their children Lynn Krohn ofEmeryville, CA; Matt and Elizabeth Krohn of Houston, TX; Doug and Monique Krohn of Basking Ridge, NJ; and James andPatricia Krohn of Dallas, TX. Amelia and Tito are blessed with 10 grandchildren. A memorial service will be held tohonor Tito's life on Friday, February 22, 2002, at 1:00 P.M. at Temple Mt. Sinai, 4408 N. Stanton. In lieu of flowers,the family requests donations be made to the Scottish Rite Hospital, 2222 Welborn Street, Dallas, TX 75219, Temple Mt.Sinai, or the library fund at UTEP.
El Paso Times - Feb 22 2002

SUDBURY, EARL JR.,
74, passed away Thursday, February 21, 2002. A lifelong resident of ElPaso, he retired from Laundry Supply Company and was past president of the El Paso Moose Lodge. "He was a devoted fatherand grandfather." He is preceded in death by his wife, Elena; and is survived by children, Patricia Coleman, PauletteGomez, Loretta Poole, Susan Meadows and J. Edward Sudbury; 11 grandchildren, sister, Darlene Morrison and brother, TommyD. Sudbury. Graveside service will be Saturday, February 23, 2002 at 9:30 a.m. at Restlawn Memorial Park. Servicesentrusted to Restlawn Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - Feb 23 2002

TAYLOR, ZION
10 months of Wichita Falls, Texas, passed away February 20, 2002 in S.A.F.B.Hospital. Born April 18, 2001 in Tacoma, Washington. Graveside services will be held under direction of HillcrestFuneral Home. 915-598-3332. Surviving relatives: Parents: Davina & Michael Taylor of Wichita Falls, TX, 1 Brother:Nasier Taylor of Wichita Falls, TX., Grandparents: Sharon Mitchell of El Paso, TX., David R. Lewis of Gonzales, TX.Amanda & Vincent Taylor of Lexington, S.C., Great Grandparents: Ruth R. Mitchell of El Paso, TX., Juanita & Ralph Ilesof Lexington, S.C.
El Paso Times - Feb 23 2002

RITA P. AGUILAR
passed away February 22, 2002 at her residence in Midland, Texas. Ritawas born October 13, 1928 in Maverick, Texas to Carlos and Luisa Pando. In 1947 she married Sabino R. Aguilar inGrandfalls, Texas. She was a member of Corazon de Jesus Society in Monahans, Texas in 1964. She lived her Cursillo inSan Angelo, Texas in May 1963. Her parents, her husband Sabino and her brother Salvador Pando preceded her in death.Rita is survived by her children: Felis Subia, Rosa Aguilar, Alicia Shimel, Ruben Aguilar, Sabino Aguilar, Jr., LouisaStewart, Gracie Quintela, eighteen grandchildren and twenty-three great-grandchildren. A Rosary will be held for Rita at7:00 P.M. Monday, February 25, 2002 at Ellis Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services have been scheduled for 10:00 A.M.Tuesday, February 26, 2002 at St. Ann's Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park. Arrangementsare under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home, 801 Andrews Hwy, Midland, Texas 79701.
El PasoTimes - Feb 23 2002

FULPS, WELTON JAMES
96, passed away on Thursday, February 21, 2002. Mr. Fulps was ateacher and coach in the El Paso Public schools for over 25 years. He was a Sergeant in the U.S. Army at Fort Blissduring WWII. Mr. Fulps was a longtime member of the Methodist Church and Elks Lodge #187. Preceded in death by wife MaryAlice Fulps. Survived by sons Eddie J. and wife Betty Fulps and Donald and wife Janalee Fulps, 6 grandchildren and 6great grandchildren, sisters Ruby Beason of Fort Worth, TX., Jimmie Ruth Miller of Baytown, TX. Mr. Fulps will have avisitation on Saturday, February 23, 2002 from 10:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home Central. GravesideService will be held in Mountain Park, Oklahoma. Funeral Services entrusted to Becker Funeral Home in Snyder, Oklahoma.Memorial Contributions may be made to the charity of your choice in his name.
El Paso Times - Feb23 2002

TAYLOR, JEANNE Eage
88, of Austin, died Tuesday, February 19, 2002. She was bornSeptember 3, 1914 in Clifton, Arizona to Homer C. Hirsch and Florence Hirsch Johnston. Mrs. Taylor grew up in El Paso,Texas where her father owned a machine shop that repaired and manufactured custom mining equipment for customers in NewMexico, Arizona and Mexico. After moving to Austin, she graduated from Austin High School in 1932. She attended theUniversity of Texas at El Paso in 1932 and 1933, which was then known as the "College of Mines". She transferred to theUniversity of Texas at Austin in 1934, where she met Madison I. Taylor and they were married in 1938, after he graduatedwith a degree in Petroleum Engineering and began working for Seaboard Oil Company. They lived in Corpus Christi, Texasand Illinois until World War II, when Madison rejoined the US Navy. They were stationed in Grand Prairie, Texas, Pasco,Washington and Los Angeles, California. After the war, Madison went to work for Gulf Oil in Fort Worth, Texas, wheredaughter, Janice was born in 1947, and son, Alan was born in 1953. In 1954 they were transferred to Roswell, New Mexico,where they resided until 1972. During their time there, Jeanne and Madison were active with the Roswell Museum and theGreat Books Discussion Group at the museum, as well as with the local arts and music activities. Jeanne worked as avolunteer in the Roswell Public Library for many years. After Madison retired in 1972, they returned to Austin, wherethey met, and became active members of the U.T. Ex-Students Associations. They were acting hosts at many of theAssociation functions, even going on overseas trips. During their time in Austin, Madison and Jeanne joined the CovenantPresbyterian Church, Jeanne was a volunteer at the Texas State Library and they enjoyed traveling, especially to Francewith Madison's sister Ruth White and her husband, Frank. They continued to travel even after Jeanne had multipleoperations on her right leg, making their last visit to El Paso in 1997. Their first grandchild, Lilia Taylor, was bornin December 1997 and Madison died in January of 1998. Jeanne's bereavement was softened by her granddaughter as well asby the birth of her grandson, Theodore Taylor in October, 2000. Mrs. Taylor loved books, and continued to read fictionand history until her passing. She was fond of travel, mountains, good tea, good wine and chocolate, and will be greatlymissed by her family and friends. She is survived by her daughter, Janice Taylor-Dillard of San Francisco, California;her son Alan taylor, daughter-in-law Jennifer Taylor, granddaughter Lilia Taylor and grandson Theodore Taylor, all ofLas Cruces, New Mexico. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Madison. A memorial service will beheld 3:00 p.m., Saturday, February 23, 2002 at the Cook-Walden Rockwood Lane Funeral Home Chapel in Austin, Texas withDr. Rick Myers presiding. Arrangements by Cook-Walden Rockwood Lane Funeral Home, 7811 Rockwood Lane, Austin, Texas78757 (512) 452-4001.
El Paso Times - Feb 23 2002

Starkey, James
Retired Colonel of Madison, Alabama, a retired U.S. Army Colonel diedFebruary 15, 2002. He was 60. Col. Starkey was a native of Massachusetts and lived in El Paso, Tx., before moving toHuntsville, Al., in 1990. He served in the U.S. Army for 26 years and was a veteran of the Vietnam war. He was awardedthe Bronze Star, Legion of Merit, Air Medal, and Vietnam Cross of Gallantry. Survivors include his wife Sandra M.Starkey; two sons, Scott D. Starkey and Brian D. Starkey, both of Dallas. Burial will be Graveside services at Ft. BlissCemetery, 10:00am, February 28th. Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society or Aplastic Anemia Society.
El Paso Times - Feb 24 2002

QUILICI, JEAN ELIZABETH SNIDER
84, passed away Tuesday, February 19, 2002, at Fort BlissWilliam Beaumont Army Medical Center. She was born on April 13, 1917, in Meyersdale, PA and was a resident of El Pasofor over 40 years. She attended Duke University and graduated from Temple University in the First Class of MedicalTechnologists in 1939, and retired from Civil Service in 1981. She is survived by her husband Leo J. Quilici; sonCaptain Leo J. Quilici II, U.S.N.; daughters Louise Wickliffe and Mary Quilici; granddaughter Heather Boykin and greatgranddaughter Emily Boykin. She was a loving, caring and generous woman who will be missed by all. In lieu of flowers,the family requests that donations be made to the Franciscan Missions.
El Paso Times - Feb 242002

TAYLOR, WILLIAM ROBERT
born April 21, 1920 died in a VA Hospital on February 18, 2002. Hewas a veteran of the U.S. Army serving in WWII, retired after 40 years from Southern Pacific Railroads. He is survivedby his wife, Frances Taylor; his son, John Taylor of Baton Rouge, LA and his daughters, Barbara Landis of Whitney, TXand Debbie Salazar of Uvalde, TX; 6 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Funeral Service will be 10:00 a.m. Monday,February 25th at Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home Chapel. Palbearers will be James B. Barnes, Bill Dingwall, WeldonHowell, Maxie Smith, Irvin Holt. Interment will follow at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, MemorialContributions may be made to the American Lung Association.
El Paso Times - Feb 242002

GUELL, DORWIN F.
85, died February 20, 2002. Dorwin was a resident of El Paso, Texas formore than 30 years. Dorwin was a member of the Coronado Christian Church. He worked for Darbyshire Steel from the timehe arrived in El Paso until he retired in 1982. Dorwin was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Guell and by hissecond wife, Fern Guell. He was survived by his niece, Judy and Chet Cottom, their daughter, Elaine and her son, DeAndrealso by Begee Allen; granddaughters, Joanne Jordan, Suzanne and Lenard Phillips, Dianne and Bill Johnson, and Bobbianneand Tim Ericson; great-grandchildren, Peggianne, Ben and Leslianne Ericson; Kyle and Ryan Phillips, and Grant Jordan.Dorwin was a 50+ year Mason and a member of the Shrine Greeters. He was a wonderful gracious and loving man and he willbe missed by all who knew and loved him. Visitation will be Sunday, February 24th from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the FuneralHome. Funeral Service will be Monday, February 25th at 1:00 p.m. in Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home Chapel withinterment following at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Feb 24 2002

Romero, Eleanor G.
81, passed away on Tuesday, February 19, 2002. She was a long timeresident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Romero is survived by her three daughters: KatherineHernandez, Dolores Eberflus, Mary Louise Ellett; seven grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren; and sister Frances. Amemorial service will be held on Monday, February 25, 2002 at 10:00 A.M. at St. Raphael's Catholic Church. Burial willfollow at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery at a later date.
El Paso Times - Feb 24 2002

Martinez, Florentino
88, passed away Wednesday February 20, 2002. He was a longtimeresident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Martinez is survived by his sons Ramon Martinez, JulianMartinez, Tony Martinez, Ramon Martinez II., daughters Esther Martinez, and Rosita Martinez. Other survivors includethirteen grandchildren, ten great grandchildren, and two great great grandchildren. Visitation will be held SundayFebruary 24, 2002 from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. with a rosary service at 2:00 p.m. at Mt. Carmel Funeral Home Chapel.Funeral Mass will be held Monday February 25, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. at Santa Lucia Catholic Church. Interment will followat Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ramon Martinez, Julian Martinez, Tony Martinez, Richard Martinez, JoseAlfredo Martinez, Ruben Cerna, and Roberto Moya. Arrangements by Mt. Carmel Funeral Home.
El PasoTimes - Feb 24 2002

COLLINSWORTH, MRS. MARION G.
85, passed away Thursday, February 21, 2002 in El Paso. Shewas a lifelong resident of El Paso and a member of the Valley Congregational Church. Mrs. Collinsworth was also a memberof the Ysleta Chapter order of the Eastern Star and a charter member of the Lower Valley Art Association. She waspreceded in death by her husband, Max C. Collinsworth and her grandson, Stephen Chase. Mrs. Collinsworth is survived byher son, Gary Collinsworth and his wife Regena of Odessa, Texas. Daughters, Stella Scanlon and husband GeorgeHazelgreen, Alabama and Carolyn Bossley and husband J.M. of Frederick, Colorado. 8 Grandchildren. 14 GreatGrandchildren. Brother Vernon L. Greggerson and wife Doris. Sister-in-laws, Mildred Good, Mary Sanders and NancyGreggerson. Brother-in-law Fred Collinsworth and wife Ora. Many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Monday from 2p.m. to 6 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home Carolina. Funeral Service will be Tuesday at 10 a.m. at Hillcrest Chapel withRev. Robert Voight officiating. Members of the family will serve as Pallbearers. In lieu of flowers donations may bemade to the St. Stephen's Church of Hope, 2400 George Dieter, El Paso, Texas 79936. Interment will be in Evergreen EastCemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive 598-3332
El Paso Times - Feb 242002

CASTILLO, MARGARITA R.
76, passed away Tuesday, February 19, 2002 in El Paso. She was alongtime resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Castillo was a retired machine operator forHick Ponder. She was preceded in death by her daughter Sandra Acosta. Mrs. Castillo is survived by her daughter YvonneAcosta. 7 Grandchildren and 8 Great Grandchildren. Sister: Caridad Paez. 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 Masswill be Monday at 10 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Manuel Acosta Jr., Javier Acosta, AlfredoAcosta Jr., Julian Acosta, Salvador Acosta and Andrew Acosta. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangemetnsby HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME CAROLINA. 1060 CAROLINA DR 598-3332
El Paso Times - Feb 242002

VERA, OFELIA S.
"Nana" 64, passed away on Thursday, February 21, 2002. She was a lifelongresident of El Paso and worked as a nurses assistant. Mrs. Vera was a member of the Catholic Church. She was a lovingwife and leaves behind her husband, Manuel Vera. Other survivors include her sons and their wives, Jesus Romero Jr. andMartha Delgado and Roy and Delia Vera; daughters and their husbands, Marie A. Navarro and Robert, Cynthia B. Trejo andJames and Elvia Rangel and Eleazer; 16 grandchildren; brothers, Leopoldo, Antonio, Reymundo, Gilbert, Eduardo and SamuelSanchez; sister, Gloria Castro. Visitation will be on Sunday, February 24, 2002 from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. at SunsetFuneral Home NE, 4631 Hondo Pass. Rosary will be 7 p.m. Sunday, February 24, 2002 at the Funeral Home Chapel. Mass ofthe Resurrection will be held on Monday February 25, 2002 at St. Pius X Catholic Church at 12:15 p.m. Msgr. ArturoBanuelas will officiate. Interment will follow at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Services entrusted to Sunset FuneralHome Northeast.
El Paso Times - Feb 24 2002

DAVIS, LEX BEE JR,
SGM UNITED STATES ARMY RET., 79, passed away Thursday, February 21,2002. Born in Charleston, SC on January 9, 1923 to Lex Bee Davis Sr. and Edna Floyd Davis, "Dave," as he was known tohis friends, joined the United States Navy in 1940, transferring to the US Army in 1950, and retiring from service in1972. The real estate community remembers him for his work with First American Title Co. in El Paso, Texas. As a younggunnersmate in the US Navy, he served aboard the Armed Guard Vessel SS Stella Lykes. Sunk by a German submarine, hespent 10 days in a lifeboat before landing in Portuguese West Africa where the SS Chateau Thierry rescued him. HisCareer in Artillery Air Defense brought him and his family to Europe and the Far East, along with tours in El Paso andWashington, DC. From a military family, Dave is preceded in death by his father, Lex Bee Davis Sr., USMC, and hismaternal grandfather, Congressional Medal of Honor recipient Edward Floyd, USN. He is survived by his wife of 53 years,Margaret, his daughter and son-in-law, Sharon and Kendall Walthew, his brother CW4 (ret) Charles O. Davis of Enterprise,Alabama, his sisters, Louise Fowler, Carolyn Ippolito, and Patricia Luker, all of Charleston, SC, and his sister-in-law,Anna Davis of Tulsa, OK. Visitation will be Sundary from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home Carolina. Rosarywill be Sunday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Service will be Monday at 1 p.m. at Hillcrest chapel. Burial willbe at Arlington National Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME CAROLINA. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598-3332
El Paso Times - Feb 24 2002

KISCO, DOROTHY I.
86, passed away Saturday, February 23, 2002. Preceded in death by herhusband and her parents. Survived by her son and his wife R.J. Arden and Shirley; grandchildren Irene Trujillo andMatthew (Cathy) and Mark Arden (Liz); great grand-children Aaron M., David E. and Zelina Trujillo and Nicole Arden;sister Kathryn Olson; niece Judy Cech; and nephew Wayne Olson.
El Paso Times - Feb 252002

MORFIN, ALBERTINA
84, passed away on February 23, 2002. She was a beloved mother, andgrandmother and will truly be missed by all who loved and knew her. She was retired from the Federal Reserve Bank afterthirty years of service. Miss Morfin was a member of the Catholic church. Miss Morfin is survived by her daughters,Leticia Romero, and Grace Ruiz; grandchildren, Larry Romero, Paul Romero, Rebecca Escandon, Karoly Bieganowski; greatgrandson Troy Romero; nephews, Rogelio Gonzalez and Fr. John Morfin; sister, Rosa M. Gonzalez. The family would like tothank V.N.A.-Hospice for all their help and support. Visitation will be held on Monday, February 25, 2002 from 4:00 p.m.to 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home West. Rosary will be held on Monday, February 25, 2002 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.at Martin Funeral Home West 128 N. Resler Dr. Funeral Mass will held on Tuesday, February 26, 2002 at 9:15 a.m. at St.Luke Catholic Church. Interment will follow to Memory Gardens of Valley Cemetery with Fr. Peters officiating.Pallbearers Larry Romero, Paul Romero, Ramiro Escandon, Roger Gonzalez, David Johnson, and Jason Harrington.
El Paso Times - Feb 25 2002

SCHIEMAN, HERMAN LISLE
"DUTCH" 74, passed away on Sunday, February 24, 2002. Born inEdgewater, Colorado, he attended the University of Colorado where he earned a Bachelors degree in Architecture. Lisleworked as a licensed professional Engineer in El Paso where he resided for the last 47 years. He served as a GunnersMate in the U.S. Navy on a destroyer in World War II. Lisle retired from the El Paso Independent School District asDirector of Facilities, where his responsibilities included the construction of many EPISD Schools. Mr. Schieman waspreceded in death by his oldest son Paul Lisle Schieman. Lisle was the loving husband of Barbara, father of Pam Baker,Terri Treharne, Judy Amstater, and Todd Schieman of California. He will also be greatly missed by his ten grandchildren.Funeral Service will be held Thursday, February 28, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. at Coronado Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers,memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or to a charity of choice. Interment will follow atMemory Gardens of the Valley Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Feb 26 2002

VILLA, NICOLAS
84, passed away Saturday February 23, 2002. He was a longtime resident ofEl Paso and an active member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Villa is preceded in death by his daughter Connie Villa. He issurvived by his wife Maria T. Villa, his daughters Cecy Ramirez, Leonor Huerta,Virginia Figueroa, Reyna Lehker, MariaEytcheson, Dolores Rodarte, Margarita Torres, Marta Perez, and sons Federico Villa, Nicolas Antonio Villa, BenjaminVilla, and Cesareo Rodriguez. Other survivors include twenty-two grandchildren, four-great grandchildren, and childhoodfriend 'brother' Fermin Soto. Visitation will be held Tuesday February 26, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with arosary service at 7:00 p.m. at San Felipe De Jesus Catholic Church. Funeral mass will be held Wednesday February 27,2002 at 10:00 a.m. at San Felipe De Jesus Catholic Church. Interment will be at Jardines Eternos Cemetery in Cd. Juarez,Mexico at 2:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to San Felipe De Jesus Catholic Church. Arrangements madeby Mt. Carmel Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - Feb 26 2002

GONZALEZ, MARIA DE JESUS
"Jesusita", 92, passed away Sunday, February 24, 2002. Precededin death by husband Baltazar Gonzalez; sons Armando and Baltazar Gonzalez Jr. and her parents. Survived by sonsFernando,amiro, and Raul Gonzalez; daughter Lily Aguirre; 22 grandchildren; and many great grandchildren and great greatgrandchildren. Mrs. Gonzalez will lie in state Wednesday, February 27, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at MartinFuneral Home Central. Rosary service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 27, 2002 at Martin Chapel. Funeralmass will be held at 9:15 a.m. Thursday, February 28, 2002 at Santo Nino De Atocha Catholic Church. Family members willserve as pallbearers. Burial at Evergreen East Cemetery.
El Paso Times - Feb 26 2002

CHAVEZ, MRS. CARMEN D.
88, passed away Saturday, February 23, 2002 in El Paso. She was alongtime resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her husband EnriqueChavez. Mrs. Chavez is survived by her sons, Jose E. Chavez of El Paso, Texas, Luis Chavez of San Diego, California andIgnacio Chavez of El Paso, Texas. Daughters, Carmen C. Munoz of Las Cruces, New Mexico and Maria I.Caro of Mesquite, NewMexico. 20 Grandchildren. 23 Great Grandchildren. Visitation will be Tuesday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest FuneralHome - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Wednesdayat 1 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Carlos Chavez, Jimmy Munoz, John Munoz, IgnacioChavez, Michael Hidalgo, Luis Chavez, Luis E. Chavez, and Danny Caro Jr. Honorary Pallbearers will be Jose E. Chavez,Abraham Luna, Danny Caro Sr., Ricky Hidalgo and Hector Luna. Interment will be in Evergreen East Cemetery. Directed byHILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive. 598-3332
El Paso Times - Feb 26 2002

ESTRADA, LUCILA M.
63, passed away February 23, 2002. She was a homemaker. Mrs. Estradais preceded in death by her parents Felix Sr. and Manuela Moreno, and two children, son Lauro Estrda Jr., and daughterMaria Lorenza Estrada. She is survived by her husband Lauro Estrada Sr., daughter Corina Sotomayor, son-in-law JorgeSotomayor Jr., and one grandson, Angel Sotomayor. Visitation will be held Tuesday February 26, 2002 from 4:00 pm to 9:00pm with a rosary service at 7:00 pm at Mt. Carmel Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral mass will be held Wednesday February 27,2002 at 1:00 pm at St. Stephens Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. Pallbearers willbe Jorge Sotomayor Jr., Frankie Ornelas III, Albert Ornelas, Ray Aguilar, Efren Friarie, and Abel Gonzales. Honorarypallbearers are Angel Sotomayer and Albert Roldan. Arrangements by Mt. Carmel Funeral Home. Humberto Navarro, Sr., 72,passed away Saturday, February 23, 2002 at a local hospital. Mr. Navarro was a life long resident of El Paso and theowner of El Padrino Lounge. He was preceded in death by his mother, Luz M. Navarro. Mr. Navarro is survived by his wife,Alba Luz Navarro, sons, Humberto Jesus, Eduardo, and Daniel, daughters, Alba Luz, Vilma, and Claudina, 3 grandchildren,Gilberto Guillen Jr., Daniela Navarro, and Isaac Navarro, brothers, Jesus Navarro and Luis Navarro, sisters, Luz SocorroEsparza and Maria Teresa Villegas. Visitation will be Wednesday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home -Carolina. Prayer Service will be Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Service will be Thursday at 12:30 p.m.at Hillcrest Chapel. Family members will serve as Pallbearers. Interment will be in Restlawn Memorial Park. Arrangementsby HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive. 598-3332
El Paso Times - Feb 26 2002

FLORES, ROGELIO
64, passed away Friday, February 22, 2002 in El Paso. He was a long timeresident of El Paso and a Production Manager. Mr. Flores is preceded in death by his father Celso Flores, sister, AmadaFlores. He is survived by his wife, Georgina Flores, mother, Eva Ontiveros, sons, Rogelio Flores, Alejandro Flores,Victor Alberto Flores, daughter, Sylvia Flores Loya, 8 grandchildren, brothers, Moroni Flores, Roberto Flores, SaulFlores, Adarian Flores, Sisters, Hilda Gonzalez, Yolanda Pinon, Arcelia Jarvis and Martha Escobar. Visitation will beTuesday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Prayer Service will be Tuesday at 7 p.m. atHillcrest Chapel. Funeral Service will be Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints at 1212Sumac. Pallbearers will be Rogelio Flores, Alejandro Flores, Victor Flores, Carlos A. Loya, Carlos Loya Jr., and RogelioA. Flores. Interment will be in Evergreen East Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME 1060 Carolina Drive. 598-3332
El Paso Times - Feb 26 2002

GRANADOS, LUCY OLIVARES
52, passed away Saturday, February 23, 2002 in El Paso. Mrs.Granados had been a lifelong resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. She had been employed as anInspector for Farah Manufacturing. She is survived by her husband Jesus C. Granados. Daughter, Rosemary LorraineGranados. Father, Pedro Olivares.Brothers, Lorenzo B. Olivares and Pedro Olivares Jr. Sister, Cecilia O. Falcon.Recitation of the Rosary will be Wednes-day at 7 p.m. at San Jose Mission. Funeral Mass will be Thursday at 9:30 a.m. atMt. Carmel Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Lorenzo Olivares Sr., Lorenzo Olivares Jr., Able Gomez, Samuel Granados,Jose Falcon and Pedro Olivares Jr. Interment will be in Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME -CAROLINA. 1060 Carolina Dr. 598-3332
El Paso Times - Feb 26 2002

Herrera, Salvador G.
passed away on Feb 22, 2002. He was a long-time resident of El Paso.Salvador is survived by his wife Esperanza Herrera, and his eight children: Marlene, Salvador Jr., Jeanette, Janice,Lorraine, Lorelei, Edward and Joan. He also had sixteen grandchildren. Salvador was a great member of the community andhe was loved very much by his family. He will be missed.
El Paso Times - Feb 26 2002

DOMINGUEZ, MANUELA
"Nellie" was called home by Our Lord on Friday, February 22, 2002. Alongtime resident of El Paso, Nellie retired from W.R. Weaver Company. Her retirement years were spent volunteering forvarious church groups and enjoying her grandchildren. Beloved Sister, Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, Great-Great-Grandmother, and Aunt, she was preceded in death by her mother Refugio Robledo Dominguez and her father JoseDominguez. Survivors include her son David Dominguez and wife Alice of Merced, California. Daughter Terry Mendoza andhusband George, sisters Catalina D. Chavez and Ruth Peterson of El Paso. SisterCipriana Villanueva and brother NatividadDominguez of Los Angeles. She will be deeply missed by her 9 Grandchildren, 2 Great-Grandchildren, 1 Great-Great-Grandchild and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be George Mendoza, Matthew Mendoza, Dante Mendoza,DavidDominguez, Salvador Chavez, Tim Esparza, Bernie Cereceres, and Juan Carrillo. Our Family wishes to thank thefollowing people for their assistance and support; the Del Sol Oncology Nursing Staff, especially Sam and Monica, thePebble Creek Nursing Center and Staff, and Ms. Murillo with Odyssey Hospice. Visitation will be Wednesday from 4 p.m. to9 p.m. at HillcrestFuneral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel.Funeral Mass will be Thursday at 10 a.m. at Santa Lucia Catholic Church. Interment will be in Mt. Carmel Cemetery.Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive. 598-3332
El Paso Times - Feb 262002

Cruz Munoz, Maria
68, passed away Friday, February 22, 2002. She was a lifelong residentof El Paso. She was a member of Santo Nino Jesus de Atocha Catholic Church, past President of Bowie Alumni Association,Historian Bowie Booster Club, lifetime PTA member E.P.I.S.D., past member PTSA Jefferson, Cosmetology Instructor at TriState Beauty School. Survivors include her husband Ramon "Monchie" Munoz; daughters & son in law Belinda Rodriguez &Cristina & Dr. Rudy Leyva; son Ricardo Munoz; grandchildren Ruby Rodriguez, Rhia Vallejo & husband Michael, Rikki Leyva,Paul Leyva; great grandchildren Izac Gasca, Michael Vallejo, Jr., Michelle Vallejo. Visitation will be Wednesday, 4 p.m.- 9 p.m. at Harding Orr & McDaniel. Rosary Service will be Thursday, 7:00 p.m. at funeral home. Funeral Mass will beheld Friday, 10:00 a.m. at Santo Nino Jesus de Atocha Catholic Church. Interment to follow at Ft. Bliss NationalCemetery. Pallbearers will be Ricardo Munoz, Lou Portillo, Dr. Rudy Leyva, Michael Vallejo, David Saenz, Ruben Munoz,Robert Cordova, Richard Villa & Steve Walworth. Memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society.
El Paso Times - Feb 27 2002

SLAFF, MAUDIE SHELTON
91, died February 10, 2002 in Lubbock, Texas. She was a resident ofthe Perfect Peace Care Center in Wolfforth, TX. She was born October 29, 1910 to a pioneering New Mexico family inGlenwood, N.M. She made her home in El Paso for 70 years and retired after 30 years as the Civilian Supervisor ofFinance at Ft. Bliss. She was an active member of the El Paso Women's Club and Beta Sigma Phi Sorority. Her specialinterest was the Arts and Crafts Club where her contributions helped to make the annual show a success. Mrs. Slaff was astrong supporter of the UTEP Basketball and Football programs being a season ticket holder for many years. She had thedistinction of being the first woman juror and jury foreman in the County Court of El Paso. She is survived by herdaughter, Carole Ann Adams McFerren of Henderson, NV; three grandchildren, Dr. Glen McFerren of Lubbock, TX., ScottieMcFerren Leming of Murrieta, CA., and Greg McFerren of Kaneohe, HI; eight great grandchildren and nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by husbands David Slaff and Robert Adams; her parents, Claude H. Shelton and Minnie BelleBurns; five brothers and one sister. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimers Society. Arrangements were handledby Resthaven Funeral Home in Lubbock, TX.
El Paso Times - Feb 27 2002

CASTRO, IGNACIO G.
"Nacho" 69, passed away Sunday February 24, 2002. He is survived byhis wife Amada L. Castro, daughters Ana Maria Ugues and Sylvia Jimenez, brother Roberto G. Castro, grandchildren RicardoUgues, Marcos Ugues, Veronica Ugues, Monica Ugues, Veronica Jimenez, and Rebecca Jimenez and 6 greatgrandchildren.Visitation will be from 6 to 9 pm, on Thursday February 28 with rosary at 7 pm at El Paso Mission Funeral Home. FuneralMass will be at 10 am Friday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Evergreen East Cemetery. Servicesentrusted to El Paso Mission Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - Feb 27 2002

FLORES, ROGELIO
64, passed away Friday, February 22, 2002 in El Paso. He was a long timeresident of El Paso and a Production Manager. Mr. Flores is preceded in death by his father Celso Flores, sister, AmadaFlores. He is survived by his wife, Georgina Flores, mother, Eva Flores, sons, Rogelio Flores, Alejandro Flores, VictorAlberto Flores, daughter, Sylvia Flores Loya, 8 grandchildren, brothers, Moroni Flores, Roberto Flores, Saul Flores,Adrian Flores, sisters, Hilda Gonzalez, Yolanda Pinon, Arcelia Jarvis and Martha Escobar. Visitation will be Tuesdayfrom 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Prayer Service will be Tuesday at 7 p.m. at HillcrestChapel. Funeral Service will be Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints at 1212 Sumac.Pallbearers will be Rogelio Flores, Alejandro Flores, Victor Flores, Carlos A. Loya, Carlos Loya Jr., and Rogelio A.Flores. Interment will be in Evergreen East Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME 1060 Carolina Drive. 598-3332.
El Paso Times - Feb 27 2002

DAVILA, YOLANDA
42, passed away Saturday, February 23, 2002 in a local hospital. She wasa life long resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Davila is survived by her son, Jaime IsmaelDavila, daughters, Monica Yvette Davila, Veronica Yvonne Davila, and sister, Magdalena Valtier Castro. Visitation willbe Thursday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Thursday at 7p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Friday at 10:00 a.m. at St. Pius Catholic Church. Pallbearers will beJaime Ismael Davila, Tomas Davila, Ernest Valtier, Alfonso Orona, Pedro Davila and Jerry Chavez. Interment will be inMt. Carmel Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CAROLINA, 598-3332.
El Paso Times -Feb 27 2002

PEREZ, ROSA EMMA RIVERA
49, passed away on Monday, February 25, 2002. Born in Mexico, shededicated her time to her family and home. Survivors include her husband, Luis Perez; son, Jaime Cruz Rivera; daughters,Nancy A. Rivera Fontes and Elizabeth Monares; 4 grandchildren; brothers, Enrique, Luis Manuel, Roberto, Javier andJorge; sisters, San Juana and Margarita Rivera; along with several other relatives and friends. Visitation will be from4-9 P.M. Wednesday at Sunset Funeral Home - East, Chapel of Remembrance, with a Rosary to be recited at 7 P.M. Mass ofthe Resurrection will be said at 10 A.M. Thursday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1315 Travis. Interment will follow atRestlawn Memorial Park. Her parents, Marcelino and Socorro F. Rivera preceded her in death. Family members will serve aspallbearers. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home - East.
El Paso Times - Feb 272002

MONTGOMERY, ZOE ANNE NEAL
Funeral services will be held at Trinity-First United MethodistChurch on Friday, March 1, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. for ZOE ANNE NEAL MONTGOMERY who passed away Tuesday February 26, 2002.Burial will be at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. She was born August 14, 1921, in McAlester, Oklahoma to Maye LouiseRasar and William Caswell Neal. She demonstrated an early interest in music and by the time the family moved to Dallas,she was appearing in recital and on radio. She went on to study piano, organ and voice at Texas State College for Women.In 1944 she married John Willard Montgomery who preceded her in death. She traveled with him throughout his career as anArmy Air Corps Physician. They came to El Paso when he assumed the rank of Post Surgeon at Fort Bliss. Zoe Annecontinued her career in music performing in recital on the organ and piano in Santa Fe, Hanover College, Indiana, and inEl Paso. She taught private students piano in El Paso for four decades, and also taught at Austin High School, RadfordSchool for Girls, and Hillside Elementary School in the Deaf Education Department. In Santa Fe she served as Presidentof the Girl Scout Council, served on the Board of the Children's Ballet Workshop, was President of the Junior WelfareAssociation, and was a member of the Board of Directors of the School of Practical Nursing at St. Vincent Hospital. InEl Paso she was President of the Radford Mother's Association, a member of the American Guild of Organists and wasactive for many years in the El Paso Music Teacher's Association. She was a member of Trinity-First United MethodistChurch where she served on the Television Ministry team and was a member of the United Methodist Women. She was a memberof Music Teachers National Association, Texas Order of Eastern Star and was a volunteer with the El Paso PoliceDepartment. Zoe Anne is survived by her daughters J. Anne Montgomery of South Bend, Indiana, Jane Montgomery Sinclair ofEl Paso, and three grandchildren: Jennifer Griffing, and Janet Sinclair, both of Las Vegas, Nevada, and Peter Buttigiegof Cambridge, Massachusetts. Memorial contributions may be made to the Television Ministry of Trinity-First MethodistChurch, 810 N. Oregon, El Paso, TX 79902 or El Paso Music Teachers Scholarship Fund, c/o Mark Watts, 66 Kingery, ElPaso, TX 79902.
El Paso Times - Feb 27 2002

Munoz, Maria Cruz
68, passed away Friday, February 22, 2002. She was a lifelong residentof El Paso. She was a member of Santo Nino Jesus de Atocha Catholic Church, past President of Bowie Alumni Association,Historian Bowie Booster Club, lifetime PTA member E.P.I.S.D., past member PTSA Jefferson, Cosmetology Instructor at TriState Beauty School. Survivors include her husband Ramon "Monchie" Munoz; daughters & son in law Belinda Rodriguez &Cristina & Dr. Rudy Leyva; son Ricardo Munoz; grandchildren Ruby Rodriguez, Rhia Vallejo & husband Michael, Rikki Leyva,Paul Leyva; great grandchildren Izac Gasca, Michael Vallejo, Jr., Michelle Vallejo. Visitation will be Wednesday, 4 p.m.- 9 p.m. at Harding Orr & McDaniel. Rosary Service will be Thursday, 7:00 p.m. at funeral home. Funeral Mass will beheld Friday, 10:00 a.m. at Santo Nino Jesus de Atocha Catholic Church. Interment to follow at Ft. Bliss NationalCemetery. Pallbearers will be Ricardo Munoz, Lou Portillo, Dr. Rudy Leyva, Michael Vallejo, David Saenz, Ruben Munoz,Robert Cordova, Richard Villa & Steve Walworth. Memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society.
El Paso Times - Feb 28 2002

LORENTZEN, JOHN NATHAN LANE
88, Lt. Col., U.S. Air Force Reserve (Ret.), passed awayMonday, February 25th, 2002 in El Paso. A native El Pasoan, he was born on February 17, 1914, attended Vilas School andgraduated from El Paso High School in 1931. He graduated from Virginia Military Institute in 1935 with a Bachelor ofScience Degree in Civil Engineering and was commissioned a Second Lieutenant in the U.S. Army. During World War II, heserved in the Army Air Corps in the South Pacific, and during the Korean War he served as Base Supply Officer at MacdillAir Force Base, Florida. After the Korean War, he returned to El Paso and took over his father's Merchandize BrokerageBusiness. He sold the business in the mid 1960's and then worked for the El Paso Independent School District and laterwas a public accountant. He was active in Rotary International from 1947-1977. Mr. Lorentzen was a 50 year member of ElPaso Lodge No. 130, AF & AM, and the El Paso Scottish Rite Bodies, where he was especially active and nationallyrecognized for his accomplishments in the design of ritual costuming. A 33 degree mason, he was also a member of ElMaida Shrine Temple. He was a member of the Col. Turner R. Sharp Chapter, Texas Society of the Sons of the AmericanRevolution, where he served as Chaplain for many years and was Past President in 1989. He was also an active member ofthe El Paso Art Association, serving as Treasurer from 1987-1994. He was preceded in death by his father Julius WilliamLorentzen, his mother Ada Vivian Lane Lorentzen and his sister Julia Lane Lorentzen Fink. He is survived by his wifeEleanor Lillian Medler Lorentzen, his brother Dr. Wayne Lane Lorentzen, his son Colonel Edward Julius Lorentzen (U.S.Army Ret.), his daughter Anne Elizabeth Lorentzen, his daughter-in-law Betty Lange Lorentzen and three grandchildren,Amy Irene Lorentzen, John Calvin Lorentzen and Emily Christine Lorentzen. Visitation will be Thursday, 5-9 p.m. atHarding Orr & McDaniel Funeral Home, 320 Montana Avenue. Funeral services will be held at Harding Orr & McDaniel Chapelon Friday at 1:15 p.m. with interment at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery at 2:30 p.m.
El Paso Times -Feb 28 2002

PINEDA, ELISA M.
born April 27, 1916 passed away Tuesday, February 26, 2002. She waspreceded in death by her beloved husband, Jose D. Pineda. She was a life long resident of El Paso and a member of theCatholic Church. She is survived by her sons, Richard D. Pineda and Gilbert Pineda and seven grandchildren. Rosaryservices were conducted by Sr. Maria Jesus Munguia. Funeral mass Thursday, February 28, 2002, 9:15 AM at Sacred HeartCatholic Church, Rev. Rafael Garcia, S.J., officiating with burial immediately following at Fort Bliss NationalCemetery. Pallbearers, Richard D. Pineda, Gilbert Pineda, Chuck Pineda, Nick Pineda, Ray Alvillar, Mike Portillo.Honorary Pallbearers, Tom Scrivner, Eddie Morales, Oscar Morales, Gilbert Veloz, Butch Lieber, IsmaelHernandez.
El Paso Times - Feb 28 2002

Zimmerman, Emanuel S.
"Manny" 78, passed away on Wednesday, February 27, 2002. Manny wasborn in Kansas City, Missouri on April 25, 1923. He was a tech sergeant in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II.As a radio operator and waist gunner on a B-26 medium bomber, Manny flew 66 missions over Germany and France, followedby several supply flights through the Himalayan Mountains. He moved to El Paso and married Irene Faye Levy in 1947. Theyenjoyed 54 years of marriage. A Master Plumber by trade, Manny founded Casa Plumbing Company in 1972. He remained anactive partner in the company with sons Mark Zimmerman and Lee Zimmerman. Manny was a longtime Mason in the Blue Lodgeand Scottish Rite. Manny is preceded in death by his parents Rose Raskin Zimmerman and Sam Zimmerman and by his twinbrother Harold Zimmerman. He will be remembered by his friends and family including wife Irene Levy Zimmerman; sisterEllen Krasn of Henderson, Nevada; daughter Jeryl Marcus and son-in-law David Marcus, sons Jay Zimmerman, Mark Zimmermanand Lee Zimmerman; grandchildren Jessica Zimmerman, Joseph Marcus and Amanda Marcus, Shelby Zimmerman and Jake Zimmermanalong with his nieces and nephews in El Paso, and Henderson, Nevada and Kansas City. Graveside services will be at 11:00am Friday, March 1st at Temple Mt. Sinai cemetery.
El Paso Times - Feb 28 2002

Gavaldon, Augusto Leonardo
78, affectionately known by friends and family as "Leony",passed away Tuesday, February 26, 2002. He was a life long resident of El Paso. Mr. Gavaldon was preceded in death byhis parents Mr. Jesus Gavaldon Caballero and his mother Mrs. Angela Natividad Gavaldon; by his sisters: Laura G. Swain,Florinda Isa Gavaldon, Eva G. Martinez, Delia G. Guillen, and his brother Jesse Gavaldon. He is survived by his wifeBertha Alicia Naciff Gavaldon, his son Alberto Leonardo Gavaldon, daughter Rebecca Lorena Hanco*ck, two granddaughters,Kirsten and Lauren Hanco*ck; and also survived by daughter Chantal Armande Gavaldon of Fort Worth, Texas, a granddaughterMichelle and great grandson Damon of same city. He is also survived by his brother Alberto Jose Gavaldon of Ontario,Calif., two sisters Alma Alicia Shaffer of Reseda, Calif., and Selsa G. Reyes of El Paso. He served in the U.S. Armyduring World War II in the European Theater. He was retired from the KTSM Station where he was present at the dawn ofthe television era. In that capacity he also was present at the installation of the first El Paso AerialTramway.
El Paso Times - Feb 28 2002

Willis, Clifton Adir
72, of Goode, VA, formerly of El Paso passed away Sunday, February24, 2002 at Lynchburg General Hospital in Virginia. He was the husband of Hazel Willis. Born in Clintwood, VA, March 4,1929, he was the son of the late Garland and Mae Farmer Willis. He was retired from the U.S. Air Force and was a VietnamVeteran. Exceptional at gardening, he was also a versatile handyman and was a member of the Forest Alliance Church. Inaddition to his wife, he is survived by three sons, Clifton A. Willis, Jr. of Honolulu, HI; Gary Wayne Willis and wife,Michelle of El Paso, TX; Donald Kalani Willis of Wichita Falls, TX; two daughters, Carol Mae Willis of Goode, VA;Shirley Gale Bowles and husband, Richard of El Paso, TX; five brothers, James T. Willis of Maryland, Bill Willis ofHurt, VA; Jack Willis and Joe Willis, both of Clintwood, VA; Martin Willis of Meadowview, VA; one sister, Betty JuneMullins of Hindman, KY and five grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday, February 26, 2002, in WhittenTimberlake Chapel in Virginia with Pastor Cecil Kramer and Pastor James Lee of Forest Alliance Church officiating.Funeral services in El Paso to be held Friday, March 1, 2002 at 8:30 a.m. in Restlawn Funeral Home, 4848 Alps, withinterment to follow in Fort Bliss National Cemetery with full military honors to be accorded.
ElPaso Times - Feb 28 2002

GUERRA, DANIEL
"Danny" 46, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, February 26, 2002. Danny wasa lifelong resident of El Paso and was a member of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church. He was an ApplianceTechnician with Regis Bernard Furniture. He is preceded in death by his father, David Guerra, Sr. and is survived by hiswife of 10 years, Linda Guerra; Sons, Daniel Guerra Jr., Alex Gurrola, Daniel Gurrola and Rudy Guerra; Daughter, BeckyLivingston; Mother, Maria B. Guerra; Brothers, David Guerra, Jr., Ramon and Ruben Guerra; Sister, Annette Salas, andnieces and nephews. Visitation will be Thursday, February 28, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with the RosaryService at 7:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home-Central Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Friday, March 1, 2002 at 12:30 p.m. atOur Lady of Mt. Carmel Church. Pallbearers, David Guerra III, Ruben Guerra, Daniel Guerra, Jr., Jacinto Gurrola Jr., JoeSalas Jr. and Tony Chaparro. Danny will be laid to rest at Mt. Carmel Cemetery.
El Paso Times -Feb 28 2002

FREAD, LORENE
"Lou"
born March 22, 1930 in Kearney, Nebraska. Our beloved mother,grandmother and great-grandmother has been called into the kingdom of heaven to live forever with Our Lord and SaviorJesus Christ. After a long bout with cancer she rested on February 22, 2002 at 72 years of age. She was preceded indeath by her loving husband and friend, Hal. Survived by her children, Bill and Lisa Fread, Cindy and Dave Wheeler,Debbie and David Hall, Kathy Fread, David and Jody Fread; grandchildren, Molly, Jody, Cherie, Nick, Amanda, Lee, andSamuel; great-grandchildren, Nathan, Bailey, Madeline, Brandon and Westley. Viewing will be at 11:00 a.m. March 1, 2002with a memorial service at 12:30 p.m. at Harvest Christian Center 785 Southwestern Dr. by Pastor C. Eddie Lee. Burialwill be at Fort Bliss National Cemetery following services.
El Paso Times - Feb 282002

DAVILA, YOLANDA
42, passed away Saturday, February 23, 2002 in a local hospital. She wasa life long resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Davila is survived by her son, Jaime IsmaelDavila, daughters, Monica Yvette Davila, Veronica Yvonne Davila, sisters, Magdalena Valtier Castro, Rebeca Valtier Oronaand Grace Valtier. Visitation will be Thursday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation ofthe Rosary will be Thursday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Friday at 10:00 a.m. at St. PiusCatholic Church. Pallbearers will be Jaime Ismael Davila, Tomas Davila, Ernest Valtier, Alfonso Orona, Pedro Davila andJerry Chavez. Interment will be in Evergreen East Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CAROLINA, 598-3332
El Paso Times - Feb 28 2002

DURAN, MIGUEL P.
81, passed away Monday, February 25, 2002 in Truth or Consequence, NewMexico. He was a longtime resident of Canutillo, Texas and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Duran was a veteranof the U.S. Army having served during World War II. He is survived by his daughters Celia Barreras, Anita Ornelas andMaria Elena Ortega. 11 Grandchildren and 14 Great Grandchildren. Visitation will be Friday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. atHillcrest Funeral Home - Doniphan. Recitation of the Rosary will be Friday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Masswill be Saturday at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Refuge Catholic Church, La Union, New Mexico. Members of the family willserve as pallbearers. Interment will be in La Union Cemetery, La Union, New Mexico. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERALHOME-DONIPHAN. 5054 DONIPHAN DR. 587-0202
El Paso Times - Feb 28 2002