Achuff, Rev. Dr. Delbert L.
81, passed away Tuesday, February 27, 2001, a resident of El Paso for 20 years. He is survived by his wife, Louise R. Achuff; 4 children, Christine Cahill of Dallas, Peter Achuff of Canada, Jonathan Achuff of Denver and Timothy Achuff of Pleasanton, CA; 10 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. Memorial Service will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 3rd at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 7050 McNutt Road, La Union, NM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Luke's Episcopal Church or a charity of your choice.
El Paso Times - March 1 2001

BECKER, JOHN W. JR.,
(RET) MSG USA, beloved husband, father,grandfather and friend passed away Tuesday, February 27, 2001. He was a retired 1st Sgt in the U.S. Army, prior to his Army tour he served in the Merchant Marines. He also worked for Sierra Medical Center for 10 years. He was Operations Manager at K-Mart and Globe Stores and was a member of Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Survivors include his beloved wife, Cora, daughters, Bonny Hollaway and husband Charles, Patricia Knight and husband Wayne, Mary Trottier, Cora Gomez and husband Javier, Michelle Becker, sons, John, Jude and his wife Marilyn, Patrick, Michael and his wife Kelli and Bob and Joseph Becker, brother, Ron Green and sister-in-law Barbara, also his mother-in-law, Herminia Canham. Visitation will be on Thursday from 4 - 9 PM at Sunset Funeral Home located at 4631 Hondo Pass, El Paso, Texas. Rosary will also be on Thursday in the funeral home chapel at 7 PM. Mass will be held Friday at 8:45 AM at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church with M.S.G.R. Calles officiating. Interment will be at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with full military honors. His sons will be his pallbearers. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home- Northeast.
El Paso Times - March 1 2001

DAVIS, HELENE
74, passed away Tuesday, February 27, 2001 in El Paso. She was a resident of El Paso since 1949. Mrs. Davis was a retired teletypist for the Federal Aviation Agency with over 20 years of service. She is survived by her son, Michael Robert Davis. Daughter, Connie Davis Fleming. Grandchildren, Alison Davis, Sarah Fleming and Michael Fleming. Graveside Service will be Thursday at 2:30 p.m. at Restlawn Memorial Park. Interment will be in Restlawn Memorial Park. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CAROLINA DRIVE 598-3332
El Paso Times - March 1 2001

FLANNIGAN, COLIN WILLIAM
90, passed away Tuesday, February 27, 2001. Longtime resident of El Faso. He was a WWII Captain for the Army Air Corp. and a graduate of the University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He was a 1ongtime teacher at Eastwood High School. Preceded in death by wife Catherine G. Flannigan of 54 years, and son Colin W. Flannigan, Jr., D.D.S. Survived by brother William Chisholm Flannigan of Florida, sister Alice Flannigan Withrow of South TX and grandson Jack Colin Flannigan of Austin, TX. Mr. Flannigan will lie in state Thursday from 4:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Rosary Service will be held Thursday at 7:00 P.M. at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held Friday at 9:15 A.M. at St. Michael's Chapel. Burial at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 1 2001

FRAUSTO, EMMA FAVELA
83, passed away on Saturday, February 24, 2001. Born in Columbus, N.M., the year after Pancho Villa's raid. She was a resident of El Paso since 1936. She was a parishoner of St. Patrick's Cathedral. She was preceded in death by her husband, E. Luther Frausto, Sr., and is survived by her sons, E. Luther Frausto, Jr. and Sergio Frausto (Terry); daughters, Cynthia Schaumloffel (Barney), Mara Edwards (David), Erika Wehrle (Al), and Karla Frausto (Michael Wyatt); 2 grandchildren, Tanya Cordova (Nick), Erin Hawley; and Cindy Butler, brother, Juan E. Favela and sisters, Esperanza Moreno, Eva Ruiz, Evelia Favela and Gloria Corcovelos. Visitation will be on Friday, March 2, 2001 from 4:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. with the rosary service at 7:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home- Central Chapel. Funeral mass will be on Saturday, March 3, 2001 at 9:30 A.M. at St. Patrick's Cathedral. Pallbearers, E. Luther Frausto, Jr., Sergio Frausto, David Edwards, Michael Wyatt, Dr. Al Wehrle, Sergio Ruiz, Rene Moreno and Jose Luis Martinez; honorary pallbearers, Barney Schaumloffel, Mario Moreno, Bill Ruiz, Chris Corcovelos, Jaime Favela, and Juan E. Favela. Burial at Masonic Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 1 2001

Gomez, Evangelina S.
passed away Thursday, February 22, 2001 in Pleaseanton, CA at the age of 92. She was born June 26, 1908 in Inde, Durango, Mexico. Mrs. Gomez was a longtime resident of El Paso. A devoted mother, Evangelina came to Livermore, CA a short time ago to be with her daughter. She is survived by her children, Marybelle and Don Aguiar of Livermore and Evangelina and Carlos Abeyta of San Diego; brothers, Guillermo, Miguel and Alexandro Salcedo; sister, Herminia Loya; grandchildren, Catherine Giordano, Lisa Zolezzi, Carlos N. Abeyta, Ramond Abeyta, Donald, Andrew, Steven and Louis Aguiar; 10 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ramon Gomez; son, Raymond Michael Gomez; brothers, Gilbert, Armando, Walter, Octavio, Osvaldo and George Salcedo; sister, Maria Martinez. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, March 2nd at Kaster- Maxon & Futrell Northeast Chapel, 8817 Dyer. Funeral Mass will be said at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, March 3rd at St. Joseph Catholic Church with interment immediately following in Mount Carmel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Joseph Aguiar Foundation, C/0 Almond Avenue School, 1401 Almond Avenue, Livermore, California 94550. pu,logol,14 2755
El Paso Times - March 1 2001

JONES, JAMES ORLAND
(21 Nov 1937-11 Feb 2001). Survivors: children; Maryann Mayeux, James O. Jones, Jr., Harvey Jones, Sandra Jimenez, Jack Jones, Diana Jones, 19 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, brother, David Engle. Services will be Friday 11 a.m. at Evergreen Cemetery, 4301 Alameda.
El Paso Times - March 1 2001

LITVIAK, ANTHONY JOHN
74, passed away Saturday, February 24, 2001 in El Paso. He was a resident of Chaparral, New Mexico for 15 years. Mr. Litviak was a retired employee for AT&T Communications. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force having served during World War II. He was preceded in death by his wife, Juliana Litviak. Mr. Litviak is survived by his son, John C. Litviak and daughter, Catherine Lochala. Funeral Mass will be held Friday at 12:45 p.m. at St. Pius X Catholic Church. Interment will be in Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina 598-3332
El Paso Times - March 1 2001

LUNA, CARMEN G.
90, passed away Tuesday, February 27, 2001. Resident of El Paso for 62 years. Preceded in death by her husband Lorenzo M. Luna. Survived by daughters Beatrice Luna, Bertha and husband Herman D. Goolsby, sister Alicia G. and husband Lorenzo V. Luna, grandson Tommy and wife Pauline Goolsby, granddaughters Diana Goolsby, Cynthia and husband Ross Roadman, and great granddaughter Lauren Roadman. Mrs. Luna will lie in state Thursday from 4:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Martin Funeral Home Central. Rosary Service will be held at 6:30 PM Thursday at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held at 8:15 AM Friday at Guardian Angel Catholic Church. Burial in Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. pu,logol,7 2650
El Paso Times - March 1 2001

MOORE, MRS. PATRICIA
"PATTY" 75, passed away at home February 21, 2001. She was born September 26, 1925, in Great Falls, Montana, daughter of Gui and Elizabeth Miller. She was a professional tax preparer for many years in El Paso. The widow of CWO Retired. Andrew J. Moore, she is survived by sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Breen of Choteau, Montana, step daughter, Terry Culbert and husband, Mike and step grandsons, Cary and Todd, several beloved nieces and nephews, and good friend, Bill Purdy. A mass will be held March 2, at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Assumption, 4800 Byron, and interment at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery at 11 a.m. Arrangements by La Paz Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - March 1 2001

MURRY, SHEILA ELIZABETH
45, a lifelong El Paso resident died Sunday, February 25,2001 2001. Memorial services will be held at 2 PM, Thursday, March 1, 2001 at All Saints Catholic Church, 1415 Dakota St. Sheila was preceded in death by her brother, Michael Murry. She is survived by her parents, Henry and Helen Murry, her sisters, Sharon Nicholas and Anne Murry, brothers, John Murry and David Murry and many aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces and cousins. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-N.E. 4631 Hondo Pass.
El Paso Times -March 1 2001

Peckham, Joseph
died 02-21-2001 in Benson, AZ. He was born in Norwood Park, IL on 07-10- 1911. He lived in El Paso from 1939 to 1945 and 1951 to 1993. He was the Chief Engineer at Price's Creameries for 20 years before he started his own refrigeration business in El Paso. He attended St. Raphael's Catholic Church prior to leaving El Paso and was very active in his church. Joseph and his wife Jane moved to the Holy Trinity Monestary in 1993 where they have lived since. Joseph was active in training and in the monestary life. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Jane Peckham, his son Timothy M. Peckham and his wife, Kathleen and their three children of Virginia Beach, VA, his daughter Ina Louise Peckham of St. David, AZ, and two sisters Agatha Wingo of El Paso and Elizabeth Lynch of Huron, SD. Joseph is also survived by six grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Joseph's ashes were laid to rest at Our Lady of Guadalupe Chapel at the Holy Trinity Monestary in St. David, AZ on 2-24-2001.
El Paso Times - March 1 2001

RAMIREZ, TOMAS
98, passed away Tuesday, February 27, 2001 in El Paso. He was a resident of El Paso for 78 years and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Ramirez was a retired automotive painter. He was preceded in death by his wife, Guadalupe L. Ramirez and daughters, Raquel Mendoza and Irene Barajas. Mr. Ramirez is survived by his children, Maria Luisa Ortega, Carlos Ramirez, Ernesto Ramirez, Dolores Freeman, Consuelo McCoy Bautista and Jesus Ramirez. 65 Grandchildren and 35 Great Grandchildren. Visitation will be Thursday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina Chapel. Recitation of the Rosary will be Thursday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Friday at 9 a.m. at Cristo Rey Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Martin Ramirez, Ray Bell, Jack McCoy, Ernesto Ramirez, James Gonzalez and Francisco Bautista. Interment will be in Evergreen East Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME, 1060 CAROLINA DRIVE, 598-3332
El Paso Times - March 1 2001

RIOS, DOLORES
51, beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend passed away Thursday, February 22, 2001. She is survived by her mother, Mrs. Hortencia C. Ortega, her brothers Ernesto Rios and Danny Ortega and wife Nancy, her sister Patricia Berry and her husband Charles. Dolores has two nephews, Antonio R. Rios, Ruben P. Rios, and one grandnephew, Taylor Rios. Dolores has one Godchild, Sara Marie Fuller of El Paso. A memorial service in her memory will be held Friday, March 2, 2001 at 11:00 AM at St. Pius Church.
El Paso Times - March 1 2001

SMITH, EDNA F.
89, passed away Monday, February 26, 2001 in El Paso. She was a resident of El Paso since 1948. Mrs. Smith was a retired employee with the Civil Service. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dorsie B. Smith. Mrs. Smith is survived by her sons, John Wayne Smith and Glenn R. Smith. Grandchildren, Glenn R. Smith, Jr., Lauri Smith, Jack O. Smith and Laura Frias. Brother, John W. Cheadle. Sisters, Ruth Eddy and Juanita Snyder. Visitation will be Thursday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina Chapel. Funeral Service will be Friday at 10:30 a.m. at Restlawn Memorial Park (Chapel). Interment will be in Restlawn Memorial Park. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CAROLINA DRIVE 598-3332
El Paso Times - March 1 2001

SPERO VIRGINIA F. STEINFELS
passed away at an El Paso hospital, February 26, 2001. Virginia was a long time resident of Linden, New Jersey, a 35 year employee of Westinghouse Lamp Division, Bloomfield, New Jersey, a member of St. John the Apostle Catholic Church, Linden, New Jersey. She was particularly proud of her membership in the Golden Age Club, at the John T. Gregorio Recreation Center in Linden. She was born 10/12/1913, to Victor Steinfels and Rachalle Gilchrist Steinfels, at Elizabeth, New Jersey. Preceded in death by her parents Victor and Rachalle Steinfels, her husband Ralph Spero, brother, Victor Steinfels, sister Marie Lofquist, son, Charles E. White and granddaughter Deanna Giles Peyton. Virginia is survived by her sons, Robert A. White (wife Gloria) of El Paso, Texas, George F. White (wife Frances) of East Hanover, New Jersey and daughter Katherine Giles (husband Robert) of Washington, Illinois. 11 Grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, one sister, Alvina Foley (husband Robert) of Providence, Rhode Island, and brother, George Steinfels (wife Helen) of Milburn, New Jersey. A memorial mass will be held at St. Raphael Church at 6 P.M. Thursday, March 1st, 2001.
El Paso Times - March 1 2001

BROWN, RUSSELL
MSG U.S. ARMY, RETIRED, passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2001 in El Paso. He was a resident of El Paso for 63 years. MSG Brown was the recipient of the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. He also retired from Civil Service at White Sands Missile Range. He is survived by his Wife, June M. Brown. His Sons, John Russell Brown and Timothy Lee Brown. Daughters, Sue Pope, and Debra Norris. He is also survived by numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. Graveside service will be Friday, March 2, 2001 at 9 a.m. at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. Interment will be in Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with full military honors. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME- CAROLINA. 1060 Carolina Dr. 598-3332.
El Paso Times - March 2 2001

IBANEZ, FELICITAS
81, passed away Monday, February 26, 2001 in Denver, Colorado. She was a resident of El Paso since 1940 and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Ibanez is survived by her son, Frank I. Lopez. Daughters, Martha Gutierrez and Ana Alvarez. 21 Grandchildren. 38 Great Grandchildren. 46 Great Great Grandchildren. Brother, Moises Santos. Sister, Haria Ibanez. Visitation will be Friday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina Chapel. Prayer Service will be Friday at 6 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Recitation of the Rosary will be Friday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Saturday at 9 a.m. at Santa Lucia Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Juan Antonio Alvarez, Gabriel Trujillo, Salvador Alvarez, Martin Lopez, Candy Gutierrez and Gutavo Gutierrez. Interment will be in Evergreen Alameda Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CAROLINA DRIVE, 598-3332.
El Paso Times - March 2 2001

Kulhanek, Angeline
84, passed away Tuesday, February 27, 2001 in a local hospital. She was a resident of El Paso for 21 years and prior to that a Chicago area resident. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Kulhanek. Mrs. Kulhanek is survived by her son John of El Paso and her daughter Diane Thornton of Columbia, South Carolina. Seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, her sisters, Mary Green of El Paso, and Agnes Hanson of Sandy, Utah, Margaret Klenck of Melbourne, Florida, and Frances Cvetan of Port Angeles, Washington. Her brothers, Louis Cvetan of Soudan, Minnesota, Frank Cvetan of Lake Zurich, Illinois and Edward Cvetan of Port Angeles, Washington. Visitations will be on Friday, March 2, from 4 P.M. to 9 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home East Chapel, with recitation of the rosary at 7:00 P.M. Funeral Mass will be at 9:00 A.M. on Saturday, March 3rd at St. Raphael Catholic Church. Burial will be at Mt. Carmel Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 2 2001

RIOS, SALVADOR
65, passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2001 in El Paso. He was a longtime resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Rios was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and was a mail clerk with the U.S. Postal Service with 41 years of service. He was an accomplished artist and painter having studied at the University of Texas at El Paso. His talents allowed him to produce beautiful drawings and paintings. He was also a talented pianist. Mr. Rios was preceded in death by his mother, Concepcion Rios and his brother, Joseph Armando Rios. He is survived by his wife, Rosa Maria Rios. Son, Juan Carlos Rios. Daughters, Loretta Rios and Suzanne Rios. Grandchildren, Nicole Colorado and Charles Campos. Father, Jose Rios. Brothers, John Rios, Guillermo Rios and Miguel Rios. Sister, Teresa Grijalva. Visitation will be Friday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina Chapel. Recitation of the Rosary will be Friday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Saturday at 9 a.m. at Cristo Rey Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be John L. Rios, James Rios, David Rios, Thomas Rios, Adrian Borunda and Juan Carlos Rios. Honorary Pallbearers will be John Rios, Guillermo Rios, Miguel Rios, Miguel A. Grijalva, Miguel Rios, Jr., Fernando Rios, Hugo Lazo, Enrique Carrillo, Marc Rios, Joseph Rios and Richard Rios. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangement by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME, 1060 CAROLINA DRIVE, 598-3332.
El Paso Times - March 2 2001

SOLIS, MRS. EMMA C.
81, passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2001 in a local hospital. She was a resident of El Paso for 40 years and a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Solis is survived by her Son: Antonio R. Solis and wife Estela. Daughters: Martha S. Brandemann and husband Wolfram. Maria Luisa Powell and husband Ron. 6 Grandchildren. 8 Great Grand children. Visitation will be Friday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Friday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel-Carolina. Funeral Mass will be Saturday at 9 a.m. at Little Flower Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Ron Powell, Gilbert Solis, Antonio Solis Jr., Sammy Vargas, Oscar Vargas, Eduardo Quiroz, Efrain Montez and Omar Garcia. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME, 1060 Carolina Drive, 598-3332.
El Paso Times - March 2 2001

BOMBACH, JUSTIN DANIEL
age 50, passed away February 24 2001 in Boston, MA. Preceded in death by his parents, Otto and Jeanne Bombach. Survived by sons Joshua and Jonathan; twin sister Janis (Mrs. Jeff Bernard of Albuquerque, NM) and Jeanne (Mrs. Ralph Rotolante of Acton, MA) and brother Jimmy and wife Alma of El Paso, TX. Services: Assembly of God, Saturday 10:30, Tewkesbury, MA.
El Paso Times - March 3 2001

ALVARADO, LUISA
64, passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2001. Lifelong resident of El Paso. Survived by husband Benjamin Alvarado, sons Frank and Benjamin Alvarado III and Gabriel Fierro, daughters Susan Alvarado, Alice Lopez, Yvonne Alvarado and Alberta Ramirez, 12 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, brothers Ramon, Frank and Albert Gamboa, Jr., sisters Estella Gamboa and Consuelo Silva. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Mrs. Alvarado will lie in state Sunday from 12:00 Noon until 9:00 PM at Martin Funeral Home Central. Rosary Service will be held at 7:00 PM Sunday at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held at 1:00 PM Monday at San Antonio Catholic Church. Pallbearers Frank and Ben Alvarado, III, Frank, Albert and Ramon Gamboa, Ruben Ramirez, Javier Chacon, Ernie Montes, Nick Silva and Frank Alvarado, Jr. Burial in Evergreen East Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 3 2001

GUTIERREZ MR. GREGORIO JR.,
48, passed away Thursday, March 1, 2001 in a local hospital. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Gutierrez was an employee of Checker Auto Parts. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Perez. Sons: Adrian Perez, Gregorio Estevan Perez, Roberto Daniel Perez, Carlos Perez, Michael Perez and David Paul Perez. Daughters: Lisa Orozco, Cindy Gutierrez, Rosa Juanita Perez, Melissa Marie Perez, Angelica Irene Perez, Bernardette Marie Perez and Stephanie Fernandez. 12 Grandchildren. 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- Carolina. Funeral Mass will be Monday at 10 a.m. at Mount Carmel Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Martin Gutierrez, Mario Gutierrez, Juan Gutierrez, Steve Perez, Rocky Perez and Charlie Perez. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive 598-3332
El Paso Times - March 4 2001

HALL, AUDREY W.
79, passed away Saturday, March 3, 2001. She was a lifelong resident of El Paso. Mrs. Hall was a secretary at United Way for 15 years. She is survived by her son, Thomas K. Hall from Dallas, Texas; daughter, Judith Hall Carson and husband Chris from West Hartford, CT; one grandchild, Jack Alexander Carson; one brother, Louis B. Wood and wife Ernestine from El Paso, Texas. Graveside Service will be Tuesday, March 6, 2001 at 11:00 AM at Memory Gardens of the Valley Cemetery. Father Lacerna will be officiating. Arrangements by Sunset Funeral Home- West.
El Paso Times - March 5 2001

TALAVERA, SALVADOR
"Chava" 58, was received by the Lord on Saturday, March 3,2001. He was a lifelong El Pasoan. He is survived by his mother Margarita Talavera, his children David, Salvador and Laura Talavera. His grandchildren Monique and Austin Talavera. Also a wealth of family and friends who love him dearly. Visitation will be from 4-9 p.m. Monday at SUNSET FUNERAL HOME-CAROLINA, Rosary to be recited at 7 p.m. The Mass of the Resurrection will be said on Wednesday at Cristo Rey Catholic Church with time pending. Interment will be at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. H. Yudico, L. Hulings, F. Sanchez, T. Corrales, G. Rivera, and F. Moya will serve as pallbearers. Dad, we'll miss you, we love you, and we'll see you again. Funeral services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Homes East, 750 N. Carolina, 594-4424.
El Paso Times - March 5 2001

VASQUEZ, MR. SALVADOR
73, passed away Saturday, March 3, 2001 in El Paso. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Vasquez was a Veteran of the U.S. Army having served during World War II and a recipient of the World War II Victory Medal. He was a retired employee of J.C. Penney Co. Inc. He is survived by his wife, Maria Refugio Vasquez. Sons: Salvador Vasquez Jr., Manuel Vasquez, Arturo Vasquez, Lorenzo Vasquez, Francisco Vasquez and David Vasquez. Daughters: Teresa Sullivan and Socorro Villalva. 27 Grandchildren. 8 Great Grandchildren. Brothers: Primitivo Vasquez and Jose Vasquez. Sister: Trinidad Herrera. Visitation wil be Monday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home-Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Monday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel-Carolina. Funeral Mass will be Tuesday at 9:45 a.m. at Little Flower Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Salvador Vasquez Jr., Manuel Vasquez, Arturo Vasquez, Lorenzo Vasquez, Francisco Vasquez and David Vasquez. Interment will be in Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive 598-3332
El Paso Times - March 5 2001

AMMONS, WILLIAM "BILL"
69, passed away March 4, 2001, a resident of Ruidoso, NM for 6 years and previously of El Paso for 33 years. He retired from the City of El Paso as a mechanic after 19 years of service. Mr. Ammons was a veteran of WWII serving in the USAF. He attended the Cornerstone Church in Ruidoso, NM and was an avid Bluegrass musician. He is survived by his wife, Rachel R. Ammons; 5 children; 5 stepchildren; 26 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Wednesday from 4 to 9 p.m. at Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Northeast Chapel, 8817 Dyer. Funeral service will be 9:30 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home with Rev. Phil Sanders of First Assembly of God Church officiating. Interment in Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with military honors accorded.
El Paso Times - March 6 2001

BACHMAN, LILLIAN ESTHER
93, passed away in a local hospital on Sunday, March 4,2001She was born in Denison, Iowa on March 21, 1907. She belonged to the Methodist CHurch and many of her years she worked as a nursing profession. She was a resident from El Paso, Texas since 1993. She is survived by her brother, Elmer Bachman and his wife Jodee; also by other relatives in other states. No services are planned at this time. Arrangements by Mt. Franklin Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - March 6 2001

BITHER, CONSTANCE ANN
61, passed away Sunday, March 4, 2001, after a long illness. Connie was born in Pontiac, Illinois, spent 17 years in Phoenix, Arizona, and lived in El Paso since 1979. She attended Bradley University where she was a member of the Sigma Kappa sorority. She was a member of Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church in Phoenix and St. Paul's Lutheran Church in El Paso. She was a member of the El Paso Country Club 18- hole Ladies' Golf Association. Connie had two liver transplants in 1987, being the first liver transplant patient in El Paso. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bob. She is survived by her daughters, Amy Sanderson, Jill Knorra and Jennifer Bither, her sons-in-law, Bryan Sanderson and Bernie Knorra, and her grandchildren, Mackenzie Sanderson, Thomas Sanderson, and Gage Knorra. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, March 7, 2001 at 10:00 A.M. at St. Paul's Lutheran Church. Memorial contributions may be made to Southwest Transplant Alliance (Attn: Pam Silvestri, 3710 Rawlins, Suite 1100, Dallas, Texas 75219) or to Hospice of El Paso.
El Paso Times - March 6 2001

GRIEGO, MARIANO
83, passed away Monday, March 5, 2001. Visitation: 4-9 pm and Rosary 7 pm Tuesday, SUNSET FUNERAL HOME-EAST. Mass: 9:30 AM Wednesday, Sts. Peter & Paul Church. Interment: Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by SUNSET FUNERAL HOME-EAST.
El Paso Times - March 6 2001

Mahan, Donald E.
born January 20, 1930 in Mineral Wells. Passed on March 2, 2001. Don was a barber and hair stylist in the El Paso area for over 20 years. For the last 23 years Don and his wife of 52 years, Bobbie Mahan owned and operated Hideaway Lakes in Tornillo, TX. Don will lie in state Tuesday from 4:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Graveside Service will be held Wednesday at 1:00 P.M. at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 6 2001

Nash, Frances Combs
72, of Lubbock, died Thursday, March 1, 2001 at her residence. She was the widow of Robert A. "Bob" Nash, former Lubbock City Councilman, radio and television executive. Frances was born in Greenville, Texas to W. Leon and Pauline Combs and was raised in El Paso where she graduated from Austin High School. She moved to Lubbock in 1947 and was married in Los Angeles, Calif June 18, 1948 on the radio program "Bride and Groom". She had attended Texas Women's University and Texas Tech University. Active in civic affairs, she belonged to the Lubbock Women's Club, Texas Tech Women's Association, Women's Division of the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce, the Ranching Heritage Center Association and had served as chapter president of the Lubbock County Heart Fund. Survivors include her daughter, Lesle Loughridge of Albuquerque, N.M., her mother, Pauline Combs of Lubbock, and two grandsons, Brian and David Loughridge, both of Albuquerque, N.M. Memorials are suggested to the Robert A. and Frances Combs Nash Endowment at lhe Texas Tech Foundation, Box 45025, Lubbock, Texas 79409 or to St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 1510 Ave. X, Lubbock, Texas 79401. She was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church, where services were held at 11:00 A.M. Monday. Services are under direction of 'RIX' Funeral Directors, 1901 Broadway, Lubbock Tx
El Paso Times - March 6 2001

Vaillancourt, Herve J.
72, passed away Saturday, March 3, 2001 in El Paso. He was a resident of El Paso since 1985. Mr. Vaillancourt was a retired Bell Captain for Sheraton Hotels. He is survived by his son, Sergio Salazar. Daughters, Esperanza S. Trejo and Chantal Vaillancourt. 5 Grandchildren. He is also survived by his brothers and sisters. Visitation will be Tuesday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina Chapel. Prayer Service will be Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Service will be Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Members of the Family will serve as pallbearers. Interment will follow in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive, 598-3332
El Paso Times - March 6 2001

BENOIT, BERTHA N.
78, passed away Monday, March 5, 2001, a resident of El Paso for 40 years. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Leo J. Benoit; son, Pat and wife, Joyce Benoit of Dallas, TX; daughter, Tina M. Benoit of El Paso; grandsons, Adam and Timothy Benoit of Dallas; sister, Mildred Januciewicz of Pittsburg, PA. Visitation will be Wednesday from 3 to 7 p.m. at Kaster- Maxon & Futrell Northeast Chapel, 8817 Dyer. Funeral service will be 1:30 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home with Fr. Manuel Marrufo officiating. Interment immediately following in Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.
El Paso Times - March 7 2001

BITHER, CONSTANCE ANN
61, passed away Sunday, March 4, 2001, after a long illness. Connie was born in Pontiac, Illinois, spent 17 years in Phoenix, Arizona, and lived in El Paso since 1979. She attended Bradley University where she was a member of the Sigma Kappa sorority. She was a member of Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church in Phoenix and St. Paul's Lutheran Church in El Paso. She was a member of the El Paso Country Club 18- hole Ladies' Go Association. Connie had two liver transplants in 1987, being the first liver transplant patient in El Paso. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bob. She is survived by her daughters, Amy Sanderson, Jill Knorra and Jennifer Bither, her sons-in- law, Bryan Sanderson and Bernie Knorra, and her grandchildren, Mackenzie Sanderson, Thomas Sanderson, and Gage Knorra. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, March 7, 2001 at 10:00 A.M. at St. Paul's Lutheran Church. Memorial contributions may be made to Southwest Transplant Alliance (Attn: Pam Silvestri, 3710 Rawlins, Suite 1100, Dallas, Texas 75219) or to Hospice of El Paso.
El Paso Times - March 7 2001

CHAVEZ, ARTURO M.
70, passed away Monday March 5, 2001. He was a life long resident of El Paso, Texas and had served in the U.S. Army. Mr. Chavez is survived by his wife, Socorro A. Chavez, sons, Irvin, Tom, Ricardo, Arturo Manuel Jr., Jaime Chavez, daughters, Aida Aguirre and Ana Singleton, 14 grandchildren, brothers, Roberto Chavez and Marco Antonio Chavez, sisters, Gloria Stevens, Celia Munoz, Marilena Chavez and Gracia Guerra. Visitation for Mr. Chavez will be on Wednesday from 1 to 9 PM at Sunset Funeral Home-N.E. located at 4631 Hondo Pass. Rosary will also be held on Wednesday at 7 PM in the funeral home chapel. Mass of the resurrection will be held on Thursday at 10 AM at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. Father Peters will be officiatinig. Interment will be at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with military honors. Friends and family will serve as pallbearers.
El Paso Times - March 7 2001

FITZGERALD, WM. JAMES
"JIM" 76, passed away Monday, March 5, 2001. Mrs. Fitzgerald was a resident of El Paso since 1963. He was a W.W. II United States Army Veteran and worked in the live stock industry. Mr. Fitzgerald is survived by his wife, Dorothy Fitzgerald of El Paso, son Sheridan Fitzgerald of Tucson, Arizona, daughter Susan Fitzgerald of El Paso and 2 grandchildren. Visitation will be held Thursday, March 8, 2001 from 10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at Martin Funeral Home West where funeral service will begin at 11:30 a.m. Interment will be in Memory Gardens Of The Valley Cemetery in Santa Teresa, New Mexico with military honors.
El Paso Times - March 7 2001

GARCIA, MANUEL A. (MENO)
81, passed away Monday March 5, 2001 in El Paso. He was a resident of El Paso since 1980. He is survived by his wife, Cuca: children; Victor Garcia (Polly), Carlos Garcia (Jaclyn), Gloria Lopez (Chris), Cecilia Ortiz (Miguel) Cristina Acevedo (Al), Martha Romero (Pat); 14 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandchild. Visitation will be from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m for immediate family and 3 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday March 7 at Hillcrest Funeral Home, Carolina Chapel. Mass at 10:00 a.m. Thursday March 8 at Cristo Rey, 8011 Williamette Ave. Interment: Mount Carmel Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 7 2001

Gilewitch, Wendy Jo
50, died at 9:25 a.m. Monday, March 5.2001 She was born January 2, 1951 in Mcomb, IL., the daughter of Joseph W. and JoAnn K. Smith of Mesa, Arizona. Surviving including her parents are daughter, Aimee Lyn Brown, of Las Cruces, 1 brother, Randy Joe Smith, Canon City, Colorado, 1 sister Debra K. Ayres, Apple Valley, CA., 1 grandson Jacob Brown. She graduated from Eastwood High School and NMSU College of Business. She was a member of the Management Team at the Walmart Super Center on Zaragosa Road. Memorial service at St. Raphael Parish, at 3 o'clock in the afternoon Friday, 9th of March. No flowers please. Make contributions to the El Paso Hospice or Susan G. Komen Foundation. Arrangements were handled by La Paz Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - March 7 2001

GILL, ARDEN T.,
MSGT US ARMY (RET), 65, passed away Monday, March 5, 2001 in a local hospital. Longtime resident of El Paso. He served in the US Army for 20 years. Preceded in death by wife Virginia Gill. Survived by brother Charles Gill. Services will be private at a later date.
El Paso Times - March 7 2001

Gonzalez, Sylvia Saenz,
46, passed away Mar 4 2001. Survived by mother Maria Saenz, sister Mary Lou, daughters Lisa and Amanda Esparza, son Luis Saenz. Grandchildren Michelle, Jackee, Martin, stepchildren Michael Jr., Annette & father Mike Gonzalez, sons in law Enrique, Eddie, family & friends. Rosary at 7:00 pm 3/8/01 at Hillcrest Funeral Home. Mass 10am Friday Cristo Rey Catholic Church. Burial at Evergreen East Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 7 2001

Luna, Elsa
Our beloved "AYA" 44, is home with our Lord, having passed away on Monday, March 5, 2001. She is survived by her parents Manuel and Elma Luna, grandmother Guadalupe Torres, her sisters Monica Luna, Clara Buckland and husband Mark, Claudia Armendariz and husband Raymond, nephew Solomon and nieces Emily, Jazmine, Olivia, Erica and Erin. Visitation: 4-9 p.m. and Rosary: 7 p.m. Wednesday at Sunset Funeral Home-East. Mass: 10 a.m. Thursday at Little Flower Church. Interment: Evergreen East Cemetery. Arrangements by SUNSET FUNERAL HOME-EAST.
El Paso Times - March 7 2001

Neutzler, Stephan F.,
38, passed away March 4, 2001. He was a Program Manager at Pollak Electronics and a longtime El Paso resident. He is survived by his wife Graciela Neutzler and daughters Vanessa and Chantal Neutzler. Memorial mass will be held on Thursday March 8th at 1:30 PM at St. Matthews Church. Inurnment will follow at Memory Gardens Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please make contributions to family fund at State National Bank Acc#4900352888. Directed by San Jose Funeral Home. 601 S. Virginia, 532-1856
El Paso Times -March 7 2001

PINA, RAUL
56, passed away Sunday, March 4, 2001. Visitation: 4-9 p.m. and Rosary: 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, SUNSET FUNERAL HOME- EAST. Mass: 1:30 p.m., Thursday, Corpus Christi Church. Interment: Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Survived by: Son: Raul Pina; Daughters: Maria & Yvette Pina; Brothers: Jesus & Aredo Pina; Sisters: Maria Guerrero, Guadalupe Tovar, Carmen Ramirez, Alma Gardera, Graciela Martinez. Arrangements by SUNSET FUNERAL HOME - EAST.
El Paso Times - March 7 2001

ROMERO, DAVID,
40, passed away Tuesday, March 6, 2001. He had been a life long resident of El Paso. Survivors parents Ernesto S. Romero and Olga P. Romero. Sons: Johnny Romero and David Romero. Daughter Veronica Romero. Brothers: Daniel Romero, his twin brother, Ernie Romero, Gilbert Romero. Sisters: Delia Romero and Sylvia Romero. Visitation will be Thursday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home Carolina. Services will be Thursday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest chapel. Funeral services will be Friday at 10 a.m. at Hillcrest chapel. Family members and friends will serve as pallbearers. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina, 598-3332
El Paso Times - March 7 2001

ZAIS, KATHRYN ANN
55, passed away Saturday, March 3, 2001. Memorial service: 10 am - 6 pm, Thursday, 3208 Cornwall. Survived by brother, Henry C. Zais Jr., sisters, Carol S. Zais and Lenna Ruff, husband, Richard. Arrangements by SUNSET FUNERAL HOME-EAST.
El Paso Times - March 7 2001

Centeno, Margarita H.
75, passed away Tuesday, March 6, 2001 in El Paso. She was a longtime resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Centeno retired from the El Paso Independent School District. She was preceded in death by her husband, Juan Centeno and son, Paul Centeno. Mrs. Centeno is survived by her children, Diana Centeno, Margarita Hernandez, David Centeno, and Moses Centeno. Grandchildren, Elia Marie Centeno, Moses Centeno, Jr., and Juan Carlos Hernandez. Sisters, Guadalupe Hernandez and Lorenzo Carrillo. Visitation will be Thursday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina Chapel. Recitation of the Rosary will be Thursday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Friday at 1 p.m. at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. Members of the family will serve as pallbearers. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCRESTFUNERAL HOME. 1060 CAROLINA, 598-3332
El Paso Times - March 8 2001

DION, EDWARD
SP5 Retired U.S. Army, 72, passed away on Tuesday March 6, 2001. Mr. Dion had been a resident of El Paso, Texas for the past 16 years. He retired as a SP5 after 20 years of service. He is survived by his wife, Theresa Marie Dion, sons, Joseph E. Dion, Thomas F. Dion, Michael A. Dion and Edward A. Dion, daughters, Mary F. Bush and Shanon M. Sikes, 13 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be on Thursday from 4-9 PM at Sunset Funeral Home-N.E. located at 4631 Hondo Pass. Rosary will also be on Thursday at 6 PM in Sunset Funeral Home Chapel. Mass of the Resurrection will be on Friday at 9:30 A.M. at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. Interment will be at Fort National Cemetery with full military honors. Pallbearers are Joseph E. Dion, Thomas F. Dion, Michael A. Dion, Edward A. Dion, Wesley F. Bush and Wesley F. Bush Jr.
El Paso Times - March 8 2001

DYER, MRS. BARBARA ANN
age 56, was born Nov. 28, 1944 in Washington, D.C. to Don Veron Lee & Elizabeth Pearce Lee Ziegler. She died Saturday Feb. 17, 2001 in Blount County, AL due to an automobile accident. She was a Librarian. Memorial Services were in El Paso, Texas and at the St. Margarets Episcopal Church in Woodbridge, VA. In lieu of flowers: Make donations to the St. Margarets Episcopal Church, 13900 Church Hill Drive, Woodbridge, VA 22191. Survivors: Daughter: Sharon Jennings of Manassas, VA. Mother: Elizabeth Ziegler of El Paso, TX. 2 Grandchildren.
El Paso Times - March 8 2001

Edwards, Martin Lee
86, went to be with the Lord on March 6, 2001. Born in Comanche County, TX on December 1O, 1914, he was a WWII Veteran serving with the American Defense EAMETO in Italy (Tunisian, Naples-Foggia, Rome-Arno battles and campaigns). He earned 3 Bronze Battle Stars and the Good Conduct Medal. He moved to El Paso in 1946 where he met and wed his lovely wife, Willie Juanita Sullivan. He was a carpenter, foreman and builder with membership in the National Homebuilders Association. A lifelong Baptist, he was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents George and Madora Elizabeth Edwards, 4 sisters and 1 brother. He will be greatly missed by his devoted wife, Willie, his beloved daughter and caregiver Elizabeth and his beloved daughter Kathy Shropehire, his beloved niece Carla Meirs and many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, friends and neighors. Mr. Edwards will lie in state on Thursday from 1-9 PM. Funeral Service will be at 9:00 AM Friday at Martin Funeral Home Central, Pastor Terry Gray of Calvary Chapel Sun City officiating. Burial will follow at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with military honors, graveside services at 10:00 AM. Honorary pallbearers are Dean Shropshire, Bruce Miers, Kenneth Lyons, Chuck Foster, Robert Foster, Pete Peterson, Darryl Choate, P. Murray, Ernest Short and Jim Head. The family extends thanks to all of the friends, neighbors, pastors, doctors and nurses who gave compassionate care during his long and courageous struggle with Alzheimer's. Memorial contributions may be made to Calvary Chapel Sun City, Calvary Baptist or Immanuel Baptist Church.
El Paso Times - March 8 2001

GOTT, CHU K.
71, passed away on Tuesday, March 6, 2001. She had been a resident of El Paso for the past 20 years. She is survived by her husband, Robert Gott and her daughter, Un Hae Lee, 3 grandchildren and 3 great- grandchildren. Preceded in death by 1 brother and 2 sisters. Visitation will be today March 8, 2001 at Sunset Funeral Home located at 4631 Hondo Pass from 11am-12:30pm. Funeral service will be at 12:30pm. Thursday also at Sunset Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will be at Fort Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 8 2001

LOPEZ, MANUEL P.
84, passed away Monday, March 5, 2001. Visitation: 4-9 p.m. and Prayer Service: 7 p.m., Thursday, SUNSET FUNERAL HOME- EAST. Funeral Service: 9:30 a.m., Friday, SUNSET FUNERAL HOME-EAST. Interment: Restlawn Memorial Park. Survived by: Sons: Ricardo Lopez, Jose Luis Lopez, Armando Lopez; Daughter: Elizabeth Lujan; Brother: Pedro Lopez; 5 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Arrangements by SUNSET FUNERAL HOME- EAST.
El Paso Times - March 8 2001

LOPEZ, TRANQUILINO JR.,
(53) passed away on March 6, 2001. Lifetime San Elizario resident. Survived by his wife Lillian Lopez. 2 Daughters, Bernadette Lopez, Crystal Lopez, 1 son Phillip Varela, his mother Natalia Lopez, 6 brothers, 3 sisters. Visitation Thursday -8th from 2:00-4:00 P.M. Hampton Valley Chapel. Rosary will be at 7:00 P.M. in San Elizario Catholic Church. Funeral mass will be March 9, at 11:00 A.M. at the same church. Interment Fort Bliss National Cemetery with military honors East Shelter. Member of Knights of Columbus, U.A.W. and member of the Catholic Church, and Vietnam Veteran. Directed by Hampton Valley Mortuary. (915) 764-2254
El Paso Times - March 8 2001

MADRID, MR. FELIPE
(79) passed away March 5, 2001. Born on September 13, 1921, he was a lifetime resident and farmer in Fabens, Tx. He was a loving husband to Margarita Madrid for 59 years, and a caring father to Yoland and Salvador Sevin, Lily Esparza, Irene and Jesus Cavazos, Larry and Sara Madrid, Felipe Jr. and Sara Madrid, Armando and Rosario Madrid and Lupe Chacon, Eva Rodriguez. Several nieces and nephews, 20 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren. Visitation will be on Friday, at Hampton Valley Mortuary Chapel, from 2:00-5:00 p.m. Rosary will be at 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church where funeral mass will be Saturday March 10, at 10:00 a.m. Interment Fabens Cemetery. Pallbearers David Servin, Danny Servin, Edmund Aguilar, Marc Cavazos, Larry Madrid Jr., Sammy Madrid, Tony Madrid, Armando Madrid Jr., Robert Madrid and Tommy Rodriguez Jr. Honorary Pallbearers Larry Madrid, Felipe Madrid Jr., Armando Madrid, Salvador Servin, Jesse Cavazos. Directed by Hampton Valley Mortuary. (915) 764-2254
El Paso Times - March 8 2001

MOULTON, HAROLD AUGUSTUS
CWO-4 (Retired) died on March 6, 2001 at the age of 82. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Dorothy Baldwin Moulton, 2 children, 15 grandchildren, and 21 great grandchildren. "Hap" served over 28 years on active duty with the U.S. Armed Forces, including Naval Service in WWII and Army Service in the Korean and Vietnam Wars. After retirement he provided hundreds of volunteer hours to the Pebble Hills Regional Command Center/El Paso Police Department, American Red Cross at W.B.A.M.C., Eastside Senior Center, El Paso Zoo, and was an escort for children to and from the Shriner's Hospital in Dallas. Donations may be made to the Shriner's Children's Hospital. Visitation will be from 4:00 to 9:00 P.M. on Thursday, March 8, 2001, at Martin Funeral Home East at 1460 George Dieter Dr. in El Paso, Texas. Funeral services will be held the following day, March 9, 2001, at 1:00 P.M. at Center Chapel #1, Ft. Bliss. Burial will follow with full military honors at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery at 2:00 P.M.
El Paso Times - March 8 2001

Pallares, Ms. Cleofas
95, passed away Monday, March 5, 2001. She was a lifelong resident of El Paso and worked with the Loretto Convent for ten years. Ms. Pallares was a member of Las Hijas de Maria from Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She is preceded in death by ten brothers and sisters and is survived by one sister, Elena Pallares; seven nephews, Jose Ma. Molinar, Mariono Molinar, Ramiro Pallares, Jesus Pallares Jr., Lorenso Pallares, Blas Pallares and Francisco Pallares; two nieces, Ester Pallares and Josefina Pallares; and longtime friend and neighbor, Dr. Robert Tappan. Ms. Pallares will lie in state at Nazareth Hall on Thursday, March 8th at 4 p.m. with Rosary recited at 6 p.m. Funeral mass will be on Friday, March 9th, in Nazareth Hall at 9:15 a.m. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Honorary pallbearers will be her nephews.
El Paso Times - March 8 2001

REDDISH, EVERETT "BUSTER"
Services for 46, of Lubbock, will be held on Saturday, March 10, 2001, at 10 a.m., in Resthaven's Abbey Chapel with Loyde Castle of Caprock Christian Fellowship, officiating. Burial will follow in Resthaven Memorial Park, under the direction of Resthaven Funeral Home. Mr. Reddish died on Wednesday, March 07, 2001, at Northwest Texas Hospital in Amarillo. He was born on August 7, 1954 in New Orleans, LA and graduated from Irvin High School in El Paso, TX in 1972. He was employed by Hammel and Fairbanks Scales for the past 25 years. Survivors include his wife of 25 years, Diane; 3 daughters, Kimberly and husband Tim Creek, Stephanie, and Shannon Reddish, all of Lubbock, 1 son, Cade Reddish of Lubbock; 1 grandson, Thomas Reddish; his parents, Bobby and Kyung Ja Reddish, of El Paso; 2 sisters, Janie Schubert of Washington, Janet Moriarty of Alaska; and several nephews and nieces. The family suggests memorials to the Lubbock Children's Home.
El Paso Times - March 8 2001

Rivera, Maria De Jesus
81, passed away Wednesday, March 7, 2001. Visitation: 4-9 p.m. and Rosary: 7:30 p.m., Thursday, SUNSET FUNERAL HOME-EAST. Mass: 9:30 a.m., Friday, Our Lady of Sorrows Church. Interment: Restlawn Memorial Park. Survived by: Sons: Jose Luis Santoyo, Jesus Jose Rivera Jr., Salvador Rivera; Daughters: Christina Rivera, Tillie Padilla; Lujan; Brother: Pilar Morales; 15 grandchildren & 4 great grandchildren. Preceded in death by: husband: Jesus Jose Rivera; parents: Vidal & Luz P. Morales. Arrangements by SUNSET FUNERAL HOME - EAST.
El Paso Times - March 8 2001

SMITH, BILLIE FAYE
age 66, of El Paso, Texas, formerly of Arkadelphia, died Wednesday, March 7, 2001, at a local hospital in El Paso. She was born September 19, 1934, in Arkadelphia, the daughter of the late Andrew Fay and Mary Lou Taylor Howard. She was a homemaker. Survivors are two daughters: Benita Kim Smith of El Paso, TX and Karen Smith Moore of Batesville, AR. Three sisters: Peggy Malcolm of Euless, TX., Pat Buck of Hurst, TX and Sherry Manchester of Dallas, TX. One brother: John Howard of Hot Springs. Graveside services will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, March 10, 2001, at Unity Cemetery in Arkadelphia with Rev. David Blase officiating. No visitation is planned. Arrangements by Ruggles-Wilcox Funeral Home of Arkadelphia.
El Paso Times - March 8 2001

Terrazas, Francisca M.
91, passed away Wednesday, March 7, 2001. Lifelong resident of El Paso. She was the owner and manager of Terrazas Grocery store for 30 years. Survived by sons and daughters- in-law Gilberto (Ruth), Jesus (Rosa), Francisco (Maria Isabel), Salvador (Lupe), John (Lucy), Manny (Carmen) and Edmundo (Susan), daughters and sons-in-law Isabel (John) Crowell, Magdalena (Manny) Najera, and Cecilia (Manny) Cobos, 37 grandchildren, 43 great grandchildren. Mrs. Terrazas will lie in state Friday from 4:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Rosary Service will be held Friday at 6:00 P.M. at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held Saturday at 9:15 A.M. at St. Ignatius Catholic Church, Rev. Francisco Herrera officiating. Sons and sons- in-law will serve as pallbearers. Burial at Evergreen Alameda Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 8 2001

BOLT, ROBERT B.
83, loving husband, father and grandfather, passed away Wednesday, March 7, 2001. He was a resident of El Paso for 6 1/2 years. Mr. Bolt was a Retired Navy Captain during WWII and the Korean Conflict receiving the Silver Star for Gallentry in Action. He was also awarded the Commander General of the Naval Order and the Distinguished Service Award which is the highest honor bestowed upon a non-active military citizen. He was the Past National President of the Naval Reserve Association. Mr. Bolt is survived by his wife, Margaret H. Bolt, daughter Leslie Topliff Bolt Dennis, brother Richard Henry Bolt, sister Marrion Jane Field, grandchildren Jeffrey Mercer Dennis and his wife Jill, and Brian Bolt Dennis. Memorial service will be held Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 3:00 P.M. at St. Clement's Episcopal Church with Fr. Bill Francis officiating.
El Paso Times - March 9 2001

CARTER, WILLIAM BOWEN
died March 7, 2001 in El Paso, Texas. Born February 28, 1925 in San Antonio, Texas, Mr. Carter served in the Pacific Theater during World War II as a pilot for the Army Air Corp. He was injured in a freak accident while piloting toops in the Philippines and received the Purple Heart and an Honorable discharge with medical retirement in 1947. He married Geraldine yvonne Jenschke of San Antonio, tTexas in 1948 and began a long and successful printing career with A.B. Dick Company in San Antonio and El Paso. Together, Bill and Jerri had four children, Kathryn, Michael, Karen, and Timothy. He was a devoted hisband, extraordinary father, grandfather, and great grandfather and a loyal friend. Mr. Carter is survived by his beloved bride of 52 years, Jerri Carter, and three children, Kathryn Carter Nickel of Austin, Michael Paul Carter and his wife Gradys of Apple Valley, Minnesota and Karen Carter Lyon and her husband, Dr. Charles Lyon of El Paso. He was preceded in death by his youngest son, Timothy Lee Carter. He is also survived by grandchildren, Billy Nickel of El Paso and his wife Victoria, Tim Nickel of austin, Tiger and Tabatha Lyon of El Paso, Kenneth Carter of Houston, and Angela Carter of Apple Valley, Minnesota. His three great grandchildren, haley, Jake and Steele Nickel of El Paso were the apple of his eye. Visitaiton will be held Friday, March 9, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home West where rosary will begin at 7:00 p.m. Funeral mass will be celebrated Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 9:00 a.m. at St. Luke's Catholic Church, 930 East Redd Road. Honorary pallbearers are Billy Nickel, Tim Nickel, Dr. Charles Lyon, tiger Lyon, Grayson Salome, and Ryan Salome. Mr. Carter will be cremated so there will be no graveside service. The family would like to invite friends to celebrate Bill's life after the funeral mass in the home of Charles and Karen Lyon, 1201 Turnberry drive. In lieu of flowers, it is requested that memorial contributions be made to the American Heart Association.
El Paso Times - March 9 2001

GOLD, ADDIE COFFMAN REED
91, passed away Monday, March 5, 2001. She was preceded in death by her husband Walter Coffman, mother Alma Whitley Coffman, husband Retired Air Force Major Joe M. Gold and daughter Hazel Sanders. Mrs. Gold is survived by one son Stetson G. Reed of El Paso, TX; one brother, Jack Kaufman and wife Linda; four grandchildren, Perry D. Reed, Stetson E. Roane, Perry J. Sanders, Deborah J. Lewis and husband William R. Lewis; six great grandchildren, Perry T. Reed, Stetson L. Roane, Cody H. Lewis, William D. Lewis, Bradley R. Lewis, and Stetson M. Lewis. A special branch of family Sue Brown and her three children Jeb, Ross, Laura and husband Mac with their children Kitson and Jett. Visitation was held Thursday, March 8, 2001 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at Sunset Funeral Home West Chapel of Remembrance. Funeral service will be held Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 10:00 AM at Grace Baptist Church located at 851 Thorn Avenue. Arrangements by Sunset Funeral Home - West.
El Paso Times - March 9 2001

Melendez, Alejandrina
85, passed away Tuesday, March 6, 2001. Longtime resident of El Paso. Preceded in death by her husband Ramon. Survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Mrs. Melendez will lie in state Friday from 4:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Rosary Service will be held Friday at 7:00 P.M. at Martin Chapel. Funeral mass will be held Saturday at 9:00 A.M. at Santo Nino De Atocha Catholic Church, 210 S. Clark Dr. Interment at Mt. Carmel Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 9 2001

MILLICAN, GLADYS MAE LUCKY
was born November 20, 1928 in Buckholts, Texas. She graduated from Granger High School in Granger, Texas in 1946. She was also a graduate of UT El Paso and a member of Ysleta Women's Club. A lifetime Baptist, she was member of Ysleta Baptist Church and Immanuel Baptist Church. Her parents, Clarence and Pearl Lucky, and two brothers, Harlan and Thomas Lucky preceded her in death. She will be greatly missed by her husband, Lester Millican; son, Robert Millican of Del Rio; daughters, Deborah Millican of Dallas, Elizabeth Harris of El Paso and Susan Copeland of Ft Hancock, Texas. She was a loving grandmother to Michael, Nicole, Alex, Duell, Wesley, Matthew and Colton. Crystal and Amber, her beloved pets, will miss her also. Visitation will be from 2-6 P.M. on Sunday, March 11, 2001 at Hillcrest Funeral Home at 1060 Carolina Drive in El Paso, Texas. Funeral service will be held Monday, March 12, 2001 at 1 P.M. at Hillcrest Funeral Home. Dr. Rix Tillman will officiate the service. Burial will follow at Evergreen East Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina, 598-3332.
El Paso Times - March 9 2001

Morales, Ms. Lorenza (Barceleau)
84, passed away Wednesday, March 7, 2001 in El Paso. She was preceded in death by her son Eszequiel Barceleau. Ms. Morales is survived by her daughter Carolina B. Trujillo and sons Serafin Barceleau, Rodoo Barceleau, Ramon Morales and Augustin Torres; 15 grandchildren and 12 great- grandchildren. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and prayer service at 7:00 p.m. Friday. Interment will be at Mount Carmel Cemetery on Saturday March 10, 2001 at 10:30 a.m. Arrangements by El Paso Mission Funeral Home 2600 E. Yandell Dr., El Paso, Texas 79903 (915) 562-9999.
El Paso Times - March 9 2001

SALDANA, JOSE I.
56, passed away Tuesday, March 6, 2001. He was a 35 year Sunland Park, New Mexico resident. Mr. Saldana is survived by his wife Maria De Los Angeles Saldana; sons Enrique Saldana, Jose I. Saldana Jr., Luis M. Saldana; daughters Sonia H. Saldana and Claudia M. Saldana; brothers Jose A. Saldana, David Saldana, Marco Saldana; sisters Maria Simona Hernandez, Juana Maria Breidenstein, Maria Elena Saldana, Elvia Talavera; and 7 grandchildren. Visitation will be held today Friday, March 9, 2001 from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. with rosary at 7:00 p.m. at San Martin De Porras Catholic Church in Sunland Park, New Mexico. Funeral mass will be on Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 9:00 a.m. at San Martin De Porras Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Memory Gardens of the Valley Cemetery, in Santa Teresa, New Mexico. Arrangements by Sunset Funeral Home - West.
El Paso Times - March 9 2001

WEBER, SOFIE C.
91 year journey on this earth ended March 5, 2001 in Santa Teresa, NM. She was a wonderful wife, mother, and homemaker. Her life has benefited all those who came in contact with her. She was preceded in death by her husband Henry and her sisters Anna, Rosel, and her brother Richard. Sofie migrated from her birthplace in Mannheim, Germany alone by ship at the tender age of sixteen and worked in New York City and Newport, Rhode Island. After working for a number of years in the U.S. she met her future husband, Henry Weber during a return trip to Germany. Sofie has lived in the El Paso area since her move from DeLand, Florida in 1985. She is survived by her sons Henry H. Weber Jr., of Santa Teresa, NM and Richard H. Weber, of Salt Lake City, UT; grandchildren Henry H. Weber III of Orlando, FL., Laura J. Mumme, of Austin, TX, Andrea Weber, of Maspee, MA; Theresa Noble, Justin Weber and Ashley Weber all of Salt Lake City, UT; niece Irmgard Schroepel, of Mannheim, Germany and great granddaughters Courtney Mumme and Paige Noble. In lieu of flowers, it is the wish of the family that any donations be made to the Mesilla Valley Hospice, 299 East Montana Ave., Las Cruces, New Mexico 88005. Memorial Service will be held Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 1:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home West, Rev. Kay Lincoln officiating. She will be laid to rest with her late husband in DeLand, FL.
El Paso Times - March 9 2001

WILLIAMS, MARY ELIZABETH
77, passed away Wednesday, March 7, 2001 in El Paso. She was a longtime resident of El Paso. Mrs. Williams was a Past President of the Fort Bliss Officers Wives Club. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lt. C. Ret. Cramer L. Williams. Mrs. Williams is survived by her sons, Jeff Wiliams and wife Barbara and Dean Williams and wife Patty. Daughter, Cindy Coffin and husband Bill. Grandchildren, Eric Williams, Carrie Coffin, Billy Coffin, Michael Williams, Patrick Williams and Benjamin Williams. Brother, Dennis Selleck. Graveside Service will be Monday at 1:30 p.m. at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer SOciety, 909 E. San Antonio, El Paso, Texas 79901. Interment will follow in Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME, 1060 CAROLINA DRIVE, 598-3332
El Paso Times - March 9 2001

FIERRO, VENTURA
"CHICHO" 59, passed away Thursday, March 8, 2001. Visitation: 4-9 p.m. and Rosary: 7 p.m. Sunday, SUNSET FUNERAL HOME- EAST, Chapel of Peace. Mass: 10 a.m. Monday, Cristo Rey Catholic Church. Interment: Evergreen East Cemetery. Survived by son: Manuel Fierro; daughters: Ana Marie Fierro, Cristina Vargas, Carolina Martinez, Sara Moya; 11 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren. Preceded in death by: parents: Manuel & Concepcion S. Fierro. Arrangements by SUNSET FUNERAL HOME-EAST.
El Paso Times - March 10 2001

FLOWERS, RICHARD EARL
79, died Thursday, March 8, 2001 at a Fort Worth hospital. Funeral: 1 p.m. Tuesday in The Drawing Room of Thompson's Harveson & Cole Funeral Home. Graveside Services: 3 p.m. Tuesday at Dallas/Fort Worth National Cemetery. Visitation: 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at Thompson's Harveson & Cole Funeral Home. Memorials: In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the American Liver Foundation, American Heart Association, or American Diabetes Association. Richard Earl Flowers was born December 21, 1921 and was a native of Fort Worth. He was a graduate of Paschal High School and Texas A&M University. During World War II, Mr. Flowers served in the United States Coast Guard. He was a long-time resident of El Paso, Texas, where he was employed as a pharmaceutical representative for Clba Pharmaceuticals. He had resided in Fort Worth since 1997. Survivors: Wife of 57 years, Helen Lee Flowers of Fort Worth; daughter, Sherry Elrod and her husband, Truman; son, Keith Flowers and his wife, Stacey all of Fort Worth; grandchildren, Christine Elrod of Las Vegas, Nevada, Shaina and Sasha Flowers of Fort Worth; sister-in-law, Mary Evelyn Lee of Fort Worth. Thompson's Harveson & Cole Funeral Home 702 Eighth Ave., (817) 336- 0345
El Paso Times - March 10 2001

LEYVA, MRS. SIMONA M.
73, passed away Wednesday, March 7, 2001 in a local hospital. She was a resident of El Paso for 12 years and member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Leyva is survived by her Son: Arturo Leyva. Daughters: Yolanda Carrillo, Gloria Candelas, Rosa Downey and Eva Fernandez. 5 Grandchildren. 2 Great Grandchildren. Brother: Jose Guadalupe Martinez. Sisters: Guadalupe Martinez, Juana Fattorini, Clara Sosa and Mary Gunter. Visitation will be Sunday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home-Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel-Carolina. Funeral Mass will be Monday at 9:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Gustavo Garibay, Johnny Garibay, Gerardo Leyva, Ared Gunter, Alex Sosa and Bobby Marquez. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive. 598- 3332
El Paso Times - March 10 2001

Powell, Walter Lee
68, passed away at home, Thursday, March 8, 2001 following a lengthy illness. He was born May 10, 1932 in Celina, Ohio to Orland and Leona Powell. Mr. Powell was a Korean War Veteran and served as Deacon at Grace Baptist Church. He retired from A.O. Smith Water Products. Mr. Powell was preceded in death by his parents, daughter Terry Lee Powell and son Walter Lee Powell, Jr. He is survived by his wife Geneva Pritchett Powell, daughter and son-in-law, Gail and Mickey Randalls of St. Anne, IL., son and daughter-in-law, Robin and Brenda Powell of San Diego, CA, three brothers Ralph of Jacksboro, TN., Orland Jr. and Nancy Powell of Pasadena, CA., George and Dimple Powell of Dayton, OH., sister and brother-in- law, Mary and Bob Surface of Cookville, TN., grandchildren Dawn and Rick Daniel, Terry and Lori Randalls, Charles Powell and three great grandchildren. Visitation will be held Sunday, March 11, 2001 from 3:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home West. Funeral Service will be held Monday, March 12, 2001 at 9:00 A.M. at Grace Baptist Church, 851 Thorn with Pastor Dave Ratzlaff officiating. Pallbearers will be Steve Balczo, Joe Trudeau, Greg Marrufo, John Hernsburger, Sheldon James, and Jack Bright. Honorary pallbearers will be Dewaiyne Ford, Dan Taylor, Dave Landess, and Ben Harder. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Grace Baptist Church Building Fund, 851 Thorn, El Paso, Texas 79912. Interment will be in Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with Military Honors.
El Paso Times - March 10 2001

TORRES, FRANCISCO CAMARGO
81, passed away Wednesday, March 7, 2001 in a local hospital. He was a longtime resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Torres was a Veteran of the U.S. Army Air Corp. having served during World War II. He was the recepient of the American Defense Ribbon, European African Middle Eastern Theater Ribbon, Asiatic Pacific Theater Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal and Four Overseas Bars. Mr. Torres retired from the Southern Pacific Railroad. He is survived by his wife: Roselia V. Torres. Sons: Jose Francisco Torres, Victor M. Torres, Rosendo Torres, Armando Torres and Jaime Torres. Daughter: Lilia Maria Carter. 16 Grandchildren. 2 Great Grandchildren. Brother: Jose Torres. Sisters: Celia Trejo and Angela Arrieta. Visitation will be Sunday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel-Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Sunday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel- Carolina. Funeral Mass will be Monday at 9:30 a.m. at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Jose Francisco Torres, Victor M. Torres, Rosendo Torres, Armando Torres, Jaime Torres, Simon Joseph Torres, Jason A. Torres and V. Anthony Torres. Interment will be in Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive 598-3332
El Paso Times - March 10 2001

Beathard, Roy Ivory
died March 8, 2001 in El Paso, Texas. Born September 16, 1917 in Crockett, Texas. Mr. Beathard served in the Atlantic Theater during World War II as a pilot for the navy. He married Audrey Inez Pinkston of Nacadoches, Texas on February 13, 1942 and began a long and successful career in the Border Patrol as a pilot. Together, Roy & Audrey had four children, Martha, Lynne, Becke, and David. He was a devoted father, grandfather, and great grandfather and a loyal friend. Mr. Beathard is survived by his beloved bride of 60 years, Audrey Beathard, and four children, Martha Sensiba of El Paso and her husband, Charles, Lynne Humphreys and her husband, Henry, of El Paso, Becke Kisler of Scotsdale, Arizona, and David Beathard of Denton, Texas and his wife, Sandy. He is also survived by twelve grandchildren - Paige Crawley of Colorado Springs, and her husband Jim, Stephanie Brundage of Tempe, Arizona and her husband Jim, Matthew Lawson of Orem, Utah and his wife Sarah, Henry Humphreys III of San Fransico, California and his wife Stephanie, Jennifer Mellow of Mesa, Arizona and her husband Donny, Rebecca Hampshire of Boise, Idaho and her husband David, Will Humphreys of El Paso, and his wife Heather, Joanna Hester of Cleveland, Ohio and her husband Chad, Sarah Nygren of El Paso and her husband Greg, Emily Borzi of Provo, Utah, Barbara Borzi of El Paso and Sarah Martin of Denton, Tx. Mr. Beathard is also survived by eighteen great grandchildren and two sisters - Frankie Rathburn of Portland, Oregan and her husband Warren, Robbie Smith of Salt Lake City, Utah and her husband Curtis, brother Paul Beathard and his wife Dolores of Houston, Tx. Visitation will be held Sunday, March 11, 2001, from 4:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home West. Services will begin at 1:00 P.M. Monday, March 12, 2001 at Martin Funeral Home West. Bishop Robert Brewer of the El Paso, 13th Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, officiating. Burial will follow at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with military honors.
El Paso Times - March 11 2001

HARRISON, WILTZ ANTHONY
9 Feb 1916-1 Mar 2001. Mr. Harrison lived a life that was very remarkable in his creative accomplishments, with an appreciation of the human condition & a passion for life. He was a talented artist: jeweler, sculptor & painter. His work & experience covered all mediums & all strata of humanity. A professor at U.T.E.P. for many years, he created many inspiration works in the City of El Paso including the sculpture that hangs in the lobby of the Wells Fargo Bank in Downtown El Paso, which was the State National Bank at the time of commission. His works included the light, menorah & lectern at the Jewish Temple Mount Sinai in El Paso as well as hundreds of private commissions for both sculpture & jewelry. His work was circulated and exhibited by the Metropolitan Museum in New York, The Smithsonian Institute & the Museum of Contemporary Crafts & is in the private collection of the Dallas Museum of Fine Arts. He was a humorous & passionate man who loved his love to the end. Truly a champion of light. Well remembered by all those that knew him, from his birth place in Louisiana to Santa Fe, New Mexico & then El Paso & by the friends of his daughter in Tucson. He is missed greatly by his daughter Bene' Harrison who resides in Tucson, Arizona & his friend s Moses Centeno & Anthony Quintero. His family asks that donations be made in his name to the University Medical Center, Hear Center in Tucson, Arizona. His family mourns his passing at his home outside El Paso, Texas. Know that he is now Persuing an existence of freedom & light & now resides with his beloved daughter Francis & wife Alma in a stunning & astonishing space in time. His words of inspiration & "Do the right thing, stand up straight & don't chew gum", are still heard by his daughter Bennie. His sense of humor, his intelligence & wit live on in all of us along with the work he did in teaching others to follow their creative dreams. We Love You Papa. Arrangements by Hillcrest Funeral Home West 5054 Doniphan Dr. 587-0202
El Paso Times - March 11 2001

CHRISTENSEN, WILLIAM WALLACE's
71 year journey on this earth ended March 8,2001 2001 in El Paso, Texas. He was an Air Force Veteran for over 21 years, and was stationed in England, where he earned the rank of Chief Master Sergeant. He was honored and proud to receive the Air Force Good Conduct Medal and the Air Force Commendation Medal. He moved to El Paso in 1972, where he was a dispatcher for Southern Union Gas Comapny for over 20 years. He and his loving wife shared 28 blissful years of mutual devotion. William was preceded in death by his sister Dorothy Helton and daughter Cindy Meraz. He will be greatly missed by his loving wife Ramona Christensen, siblings Martha Ryan, Jim Christensen, and Elaine Gaspard. His surviving children are Janet Christensen, Carol Carpenter, Analinda Moreno, Joseph Villarreal, Elias Villarreal, and Jorge Villarreal. He is also survived by his grandchildren Brylie Hollingsworth, Devon Fausett, Eric Carpenter, Robert Aguirre, Armando Moreno, Joseph Villarreal, Matthew Villarreal, Elias Villarreal, Abel Villarreal, Jacobo Villarreal, and two great grandchildren Stephen Fausett and Deriane Fausett. Visitation will be held on Monday, March 12, 2001 from 4:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home West where Rosary will begin at 7:00 P.M. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, March 13, 2001 at 9:00 A.M. at St. Luke's Catholic Church. Honorary pallbearers will be his grandchildren. Interment will be in Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with military honors.
El Paso Times - March 11 2001

WOOD, JENNIFER APRIL FIERRO
27, passed away Tuesday, March 6, 2001. Jennifer was born in El Paso and also lived in Europe. She returned to her hometown in 1986. She was a graduate from Andress High School. She is survived by her husband Laremy Wood; mother Cruz Carder and father Luis Fierro, sister Tiffany Carder and brother Jason Fierro. Stepfather Lloyd Carder and long time family friend George Parker. Jennifer has 5 aunts and 2 uncles along with numerous cousins and second cousins whom will miss and love her forever. Preceded in death by grandparents Esperanza and Rosalio Fierro Sr., and brother Louis Antonio Fierro. Visitation for Jennifer will be Sunday, March 11, from 4-9:00 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home N.E. located on 4631 Hondo Pass. Rosary will begin at 7 p.m. in the funeral chapel. Mass of the resurrection will be held on Monday, March 12, at 1 p.m. at Post Chapel II located on the corner of Sheridan and Hann on Fort Bliss. Burial will be at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Christopher Aguilar, Heath Jackson, Victor Aguilar, Joaquin Aguilar Jr., Rafael Lopez, David Jansen, Luis Fierro and Sgt. 1st Class Alconava will serve as pallbearers.
El Paso Times - March 11 2001

NEVAREZ, ANNABEL, ASHLEY and BRANDON
passed away Tuesday, March 6, 2001 in El Paso, Tx. They were lifelong residents of El Paso and active members of their Church. Annabel had been employed as an Executive Administrative Assistant with Eureka. She is survived by her parents, Miguel and Maria Ramirez. Her brother, Miguel Ramirez Jr., her sister, Veronica Ramirez Morales and by her uncle, Cruz "Chito" Muniz. Ashley was a student at Doctor Green Elementary School. Ashley and Brandon are survived by their Father, Gilbert Nevarez, Paternal Grandmother, Rebecca Soto, Maternal Grandparents, Miguel and Maria Ramirez, 8 aunts and 5 uncles and several cousins. Annabel, Ashley and Brandon will have visitation Monday from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home Carolina Chapel. Recitation of the rosary will be Monday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral mass will be Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. at San Antonio Catholic Church. Members of the family will serve as pallbearers. Interment will be in Evergreen East Cemetery. Arrangements by Hillcrest Funeral Home East. 1060 Carolina Dr. 598-3332
El Paso Times - March 11 2001

DUNLAP, MILDRED PERKINS
(1907-2001) went to be with the Lord on Thursday March 8, 2001 She was preceded in death by her husband Robert R. Dunlap and daughter Effie Nell Dunlap. She was the last surviving child of Judson and Nellie Perkins, prominent, pioneering lower valley farmers in the early 1900's. She graduated from Sul Ross University and taught elementary school in Fabens and at Dudley & Rusk Elementary schools in El Paso. She was a past member of Delta Kappa Gamma Teacher Society. She is survived by several nieces and nephews and their spouses: Jim & Kay Haggard, Arvada, Co, Bill & Joan Haggard, Houston, TX, John Pittman, Magnolia, AK, Margaret & Bob Langford, Grandbury, TX, Fred & Mabren Montgomery, Cedar Hill, TX, Drurygene Boelter, Chandler, AZ, Georgeanna & A.J. Tapper, Cascade, CO, Sterling & Dianna Neblet, Dallas, TX, Linda Sue & Dick Spitzer, Marilyn & Ed Jones, Kathy McLaughlin, & Joan Haggard all of El Paso. In addition to many loving freinds, she leaves behind many grandnieces, grandnephews and their children. Visitation will be Tuesday from 3:00-7:00 p.m. at Harding Orr & McDaniel. Graveside services will be held 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday at Evergreen Cemetery on Alameda. Pastor Tony Mendoza of Grandview Baptist Church officiating.
El Paso Times - March 11 2001

HAWKINS, REUBEN R.
SFC. U.S. ARMY RET., 82, passed away on Thursday, March 8,2001 2001. He served 22 years in the United States Army dring WWII and the Korean Conflict and was a 30 year resident of El Paso, Texas. Mr. Hawkins is survived by his wife of 44 years, Kim S. Hawkins, one brother and one sister. Funeral service for Mr. Hawkins will be on Monday March 12, 2001 at Sunset Funeral Home N.E. located at 4631 Hondo Pass. Interment will be at Fort Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 11 2001

HUERTA, CONSTANCE L.
63, passed away Wednesday, March 7, 2001 in a local hospital. She was a lifelong resident of El Paso. Mrs. Huerta is survived by her sons, Harold Allen and Bobby Allen. Daughter, Yolanda Jackson. 2 Grandchildren. Brother, Arthur Wheeler. Sisters, Billie Marie Williams and Mary Jean Wheeler. Visitation will be Monday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home Carolina Chapel. Graveside service will be Tuesday at 1 p.m. at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Interment will follow in Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Arrangements by Hillcrest Funeral Home. 1060 Carolina Drive 598-3332
El Paso Times - March 11 2001

VALENZUELA, GUADALUPE HINOJOS
83, passed away Tuesday, March 6 2001 in Los Angeles, CA. She was a resident of Los Angeles, CA for 10 years and was a former resident of El Paso. Mrs. Valenzuela was preceded in death by her husband, Juan N. Valenzuela. She is survived by her sons, Carlos Valenzuela and Armando Valenzuela. Daughter, Elvira D. Valenzuela Arrieta. 12 grandchildren. 19 great grandchildren. Visitation will be Monday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home Carolina Chapel. Recitation of the Rosary will be Monday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Tuesday at 1 p.m. at Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Carlos Valenzuela, Armando Valenzuela, Hector Arrieta Jr., Paul Arrieta, Robert Valenzuela, and Carlos N. Valdez. Interment will be in Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Arrangements by Hillcrest Funeral Home. 1060 Carolina Drive 598-3332
El Paso Times - March 11 2001

RUCKER, MARY KOLEGA
83, passed away on Friday, March 9, 2001. She was a member of Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church and was a member of the Tejas Toast Mistress, Business of Professional Women and board member of the West Texas Council on Alcoholism. She is survived by her sons, John Paul and Charles Michael Rucker; daughters, Francis Caroline and Rosemary Rucker; 6 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren; brothers, John and Richie Kolega and sister, Katie Housh. Mary's visitation will be on Monday, March 12, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with the rosary service at 7:00 p.m. at Restlawn Funeral Home. Funeral mass will be held on Tuesday, March 13, 2001 at 9:00 a.m. at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Burial at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 11 2001

FLORES, OLGA
"YOLIE" 39, passed away on Saturday, March 10, 2001. She was a lifelong resident of El Paso, and was a member of the Catholic Church. She was a cook for Silver Christian Academy. Olga is preceded in death by her mother, Cecilia Flores and is survived by her sons, Daniel Robertson and Ivan Flores; father, Antonio M. Flores; brothers, Antonio Flores Jr., Carlos and his wife, Estella Flores and Luis Flores; sisters, Abigail and her husband David Cedillo, Cecilia, Ramona and Lucy. Visitation will be on Monday, March 12, 2001 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 on Tuesday, March 13, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Family will serve as pallbearers. Burial at Mt. Carmel Cemtery.
El Paso Times - March 11 2001

LEMENSE, BERNICE H.
age 91, passed away at Tendercare of Portage on March 7, 2001. She was born on December 29, 1909 in St. Cloud, Minnesota and was a former resident of El Paso, TX for forty years. She had worked as a librarian at Kalamazoo College and in the El Paso area and had retired from the University of Texas at El Paso in 1974. She was preceded in death by her husband Clarence and a son Richard. Surviving are her son Phillip and daughter-in-law Barbara Le Mense of Portage, MI, 5 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren and 1 niece. Cremation has taken place and no services are being planned. Arrangements were by Heritage Funeral Home, 4102 S. Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49008, 616-226-0240.
El Paso Times - March 11 2001

BURGESS, JENELLE NOLAN
32, passed away March 8, 2001. She was a school teacher in the Socorro Independent School District. She is survived by her husband, Steve Burgess and her parents Jenelle Chamberlain and Edwin K. Nolan. Funeral Service will be Monday, March 12, 2001 at 3:00 p.m. in Vineyard Northeast located at 6115 Trans Mountain. Officiating will be Dale Walker. Graveside service will take place on Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. in Clear Fork Cemetery located in Breckenridge, Tx.
El Paso Times - March 11 2001

WOODS, AUDREY
65, died Tuesday March 6, 2001 in the Del Sol Medical Center of ovarian cancer. She resided in El Paso for the past 27 years. She is survived by her husband Pat Woods, son Jerry Woods, Kansas City MO, Roxanne Marin, Concord, CA, Nancy Kaney, Rockford III, and five grandchildren. There will not be a memorial service in El Paso but there will be a graveside service in North Dakota at a later date. In lieu of flowers it is requested that any memorial contributions be sent to: Metigoshe Lutheran Church, Attention: Pastor Carol Wendel, 10605 Lake Loop Road East, Bottieau, NDak. 58318.
El Paso Times - March 11 2001

GRUBBS, TESS M.
92 and a long time resident of El Paso, passed away Monday, March 5,2001Mrs. Grubbs was preceded in death by her husband Evans Jack Grubbs. She is survived by her daughter Guy Ann Grissom and her husband Mark; two grandchildren Michelle Wright and Adam Grissom; and two great grandchildren Tess and Ian Wright. A graveside service will be held at 1:00 P.M., Monday, March 12, 2001 at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with Rev. Lynette Meyer officiating.
El Paso Times - March 11 2001

VARELA, MARIA G.
89, passed away March 8, 2001. A homemaker and a resident of Fort Hancock since 1936. Survived by 4 daughters; Carmen Flores, Oralia Groening, Olga McFarland, and Maria Padilla. 2 sons; Tomas Varela and Felix Varela. 19 grandchildren and 19 G-G-Children, 1 brother and 4 sisters. Visitation Sunday 2 to 5 p.m. in Hampton Valley Mortuary Chapel. Rosary 7:30 p.m. Sunday in St. Teresa Catholic Church in Fort Hancock, where the funeral mass will be at 10:00 a.m. Monday. Interment on Fort Hancock Cemetery. Directed by Hampton Valley Mortuary.
El Paso Times - March 11 2001

Mead, STEPHANIE CATRINA (FRANK THOMAS),
41, born May 31, 1959 in El Paso, passed away March 5, 2001 in a local hospital. Raised in El Paso, also had been a rancher in Oklahoma and New Mexico. He also was Software/Computer Beta tester for Microsoft, Intel, Dek Alpha. Survived by father Donald Mead and mother Adelaide Bryant. Arrangements by Fry and Gibbs Funeral Home in Paris, Texas.
El Paso Times - March 11 2001

BACA, ALICIA A.
68, passed away in a local hospital, March 9, 2001. She was a longtime resident of El Paso and a member of Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church. She was a retired bookkeeper and a active member of the Northeast Garden Club and Tops Association. She is survived by her husband, Richard Baca; daughter, Carmen Montes (Jose) and Norma Cisneros (Juan); 5 grandchildren, Bobby, Becky, Renee, Johnny Robert and Edward. She is also survived by her brothers, Arturo Armendarez, Gilberto Armendarez, Rudoo Armendarez and Armando Armendarez; sisters, Hortencia Evaro and Edelia Saenz. Visitation on Monday from 4-9PM at Sunset Funeral Home located at 4631 Hondo Pass El Paso, Texas. Rosary will also be on Monday in the funeral home chapel at 7:30PM. Mass of the Resurrection will be held Tuesday, times are pending, at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Interment wil be at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Rick Baca, Joe Montes, Johnny Cisneros, Arturo Armendarez, Gilberto Armendarez, Rudoo Armendarez, Armando Armendarez and Bobby Montes. Services entrusted Sunset Funeral Home-Northeast.
El Paso Times - March 12 2001

DOYLE, PHILLIP E.
51, passed away March 7, 2001 in a local hospital. He was a resident of El Paso for 31 years and a engineer for G.M.C. Mr. Doyle is preceded in death by his father, Lorenzo Doyle and his sister, Mary Louise Doyle. He is survived by his mother, Mildred C. Doyle; brothers, James L. Doyle, Jerome J. Doyle, Ronald L. Doyle and Allen S. Doyle; sister, Joyce M. Doyle. Visitation will be from 4PM to 9PM Monday at Sunset Funeral Home-Northeast. Recitation of the Rosary will be at 7PM Monday at Sunset Funeral Home-Northeast Chapel. A Scripture Service will be held at 2PM Tuesday at Sunset Funeral Home-Northeast Chapel. Interment will be at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-Northeast.
El Paso Times - March 12 2001

FLORES, JAMES R.
Funeral service for James R. Flores, Pines Shores Circle, New Smyrna Beach, who died Saturday at Bert Fish Medical Center, will be 3:00 p.m. Tuesday at Coronado Community United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Robert C. Brown and the Rev. Charles Warner officiating. Entombment will follow in the Sea Pines Memorial Gardens All Faiths Mausoleum. Friends may call from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. tonight (Monday) at the Settle-Wilder New Smyrna Beach chapel. Born in El Paso, Texas Mr. Flores came to this area in 1981 from Miami. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy right out of high school during World War II. After the war he attended the University of Texas, received a degree in military science, and was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the United States Marine Corps. During his career he served in Korea, where he was awarded the Bronze Star with Combat V. He then went on to recruiting duty in New Mexico. Later he played military football as a quarterback, first at Quantico, Virginia, then at the San Diego Recruit Depot. He then coached football at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. Mr. Flores spent 3 1/2 years in Lima, Peru, in charge of Security Region Four, which covered 20 countries in Latin America. He next assignment was in Okinawa, and the last was processing Cuban immigrants in Miami, where he retired as a Lieutenant Colonel. He stayed in Miami, and worked in maintenance administration for Eastern Airlines for 14 years until he again retired in 1981. Mr. Flores was an active member of Coronado Community Methodist Church, where he received the Harry Denman Evangelism Award in 1993. A master gardener, he was also a member of Sugar Mill Country Club and the New Smyrna Beach Municipal Go Course. Survivors include his wife, Charlotte; 2 sons, James C. Borg of Oahu, Hawaii, and James W. Flores of Jacksonville; a brother, Bert Flores and a sister, Alicia Orvananos, both of the Los Angeles area; 3 grandchildren, Corey, Rachael and Mackey, and many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to the Coronado Community United Methodist Church Scholarship Program, 201 S. Peninsula Ave., New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169. Arrangements by Settle- Wilder Funeral Home, 406 South Orange Street, New Smyrna Beach, Florida (904) 428-5757
El Paso Times - March 12 2001

LOPEZ, THELMA A.
Revelation 21:4 ``And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain; for the former things are passed away." Our beloved mother and wife Thelma A. Lopez, 62 years young, passed from her earthly home surrounded by family and friends to her eternal home at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 10, 2001. Thelma will be eternally loved and deeply missed by her surviving family and friends: mother Laura Marquez, sister Laura Rivas; husband Ernesto Lopez; sons Joe Arriola, Alberto and Daniel Lopez; daughters Gina Rogers, Sonia Ashley, Thelma Herrera, Diana Renteria, and Carmen Morales. Grandchildren: Sammy Jo Arriola, Leah Ramirez and Christian Rogers; Jessica, Jensine and Mika Ashley; Aaron, Samuel and Gabriel Herrera; Joshua and Angelina Morales and J.D. Lopez. Thank-you Dr. Jesus Hernandez for your loving care. Thank you to Victor Flores and fellow co-workers at the El Paso County Tax Office for your loving support. Matthew 11:28-30 ``Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you shall find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light." Visitation will be held Monday, March 12, 2001 at Sunset Funeral Home East, 750 North Carolina, El Paso, TX, 79915 from 4:00-9:00 p.m., prayer service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Celebration Service will be held Tuesday, March 13, 2001 at 10:00 a.m., El Paso, TX at Sunset Funeral Home-East Chapel of Remembrance.
El Paso Times - March 12 2001

Alvarez, Florencia H.
73, passed away to her eternal home at 3:15 p.m., Sunday, March 11, 2001. Florencia will be eternally loved and deeply missed by her surviving family and friends. Survived by husband, Jesus Alvarez, sons, Jesus Jr., Danny, Juan, Joel and David Alvarez; daughter, Elizabeth Rosario; father, Margarito Herrera. Brothers, Marcos, Sabas and Rev. Gilbert Herrera. Sisters, Cruz Guerrero, Alejandra Pantoja, Soledad Lopez, Maria L. Amaya, Socorro Chavarria and Margarita Herrera. Florencia has 17 wonderful grandchildren. Special thanks to our pastors and the congregations, and friends for your continued prayers and support. Also, special thanks to the medical staf from Del Sol ICU Department. Visitation will be from 3-9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. service at Hillcrest Funeral Home, 1060 Carolina Drive. Celebration service will be held 10 a.m. March 13. "I will come again and receive you to myself; that where I am there you may be also." John 14:3
El Paso Times - March 13 2001

DOW, GEORGE
77, loving father, grandfather and brother passed away Monday, March 12, 2001. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso and a WWII Army Veteran from which he received 2 Bronze Stars. He retired from Civil Service after 35 years of service as an Electronic Engineer. Survived by son George J. Dow, daughters Pauline Dow Gibson and husband Michael, and Aileen Phelps, granddaughter Amanda Lynn Phelps, brothers Dr. Antonio Dow (RET), Pablo Dow and Julian Dow, sisters Marian Dow, Martha Sayklay, Julia Gonzales, and Sara Dow. Mr. Dow will lie in state Tuesday from 4:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Rosary service will be held Tuesday at 6:00 P.M. at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held Wednesday 9:00 A.M. at Holy Family Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Julian Dow, Hector Luna, Oscar Dow, Jesse Rios, Gary Dow, Jimmy Sayklay, Bobby Gonzales, and Michael Gibson. Honorary Pallbearers will be Dr. Antonio Dow and Pablo Dow. Burial at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 233 N. Mesa Hills Dr., El Paso, TX 79901.
El Paso Times - March 13 2001

FISHMAN, ELIZABETH K.
on March 10, 2001, in El Paso, TX. Formerly of Fair Lawn, N.J. Beloved wife of the late Henry. Loving mother of Suzzanne Azoulay and her husband Moshe, Ira Z. Fishman and his wife Carol, and Elise Fishman. Cherished grandmother of Leora, Kim, Dana and Michael. Dear sister of Howard Katz and his wife Rhoda. Services were held on March 12, 2001 at "THE RIVERSIDE" 76th St. and Amsterdam Ave. N.Y.C.
El Paso Times - March 13 2001

HAAG, BETTY ANNE
passed away Saturday, March 10, 2001 in El Paso. She had been a resident of El Paso since 1958. She was born and educated in Chicago, Illinois and lived with her family in Peoria, Illinois prior to moving to El Paso. Betty Anne had a particular love for ballet and was very active in the early promotion of the Texas Western Ballet, later the University Civic Ballet. This dance group eventually became Ballet El Paso. During her early years in El Paso she enjoyed working as a Girl Scout leader. For many years she was an active board member of Family Service of El Paso. She has been a Vice President of the Sun Carnival, Queen's Court. A long time volunteer in the El Paso Chapter of the American Red Cross, she served as Chairman of the Board. One of her interests was photography and she became an outstanding photographer particularly of action photos of the ballet dancers and in portrait work for friends. She is survived by her husband, Albert, daughters Anne Haag of Omaha, Nebraska, D'Arcy Donaldson of Ruidoso, New Mexico, son Mark Haag of Colorado Springs, Colorado, six grandchildren, and sister, Patricia Sexton of Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. Memorial Rosary will be held Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 7:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home West. Memorial Mass will be held Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 11:00 A.M. at Queen of Peace Catholic Church. A private family interment will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the El Paso Chapter of the American Red Cross, 3620 Admiral Street, El Paso, Texas 79925.
El Paso Times - March 13 2001

LOPEZ, CARMEN
She was born on Jan. 12, 1935 in the county hospital and reared in the heart of South El Paso. In her final days, she often shared her vivid memories of days gone by, of people and of the city where she lived all her life. Today we honor our friend and beloved mother, CARMEN LOPEZ, who passed away March 92001 in her home. She will be remembered and treasured as a guiding light, who charmed and scolded, cajoled and teased, and in her quiet, gentle manner made life better for everyone around her. She leaves behind a loving family who will carry on her legacy. Those who remain in hopes of seeing her in the afterlife are her husband of 46 years Rafael A. Lopez, her brother Alonso Maldonado and sisters in law Velia Beltran and Chris Maldonado; her sons and daughters Dora E. Lopez and her daughter Tiffany Lopez; Carmen Ramos and her husband Johnny Ramos and daughter Erica; Rosa Morrill and her husband John C. Morrill and their children Fred Cortez, Christopher, Cassandra and Jonathan; Sonny Lopez; Julie Lopez and her daughter Erin Benavente; and Robert Lopez and his wife Veronica Lopez and their children Roberta, Alexandria, Robert Jr. and Steven. Visitation will be held from 4-9 p.m., Wednesday with Rosary at 7 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home- East, Chapel of Remembrance. Mass will be said at St. Ignatius Church at 10 a.m., Thursday. She will be laid to rest at Evergreen East Cemetery. Arrangements by Sunset Funeral Home- East.
El Paso Times - March 13 2001

NEVAREZ, MANUEL
76, passed away on Friday, March 9, 2001. He was a longtime resident of El Paso, Texas. Mr. Nevarez is survived by his wife, Mariana Nevarez, sons, Jesus, Alfonso, Manuel Jr., daughters, Grace Bir, Rosa Cano, and Margie Nevarez, brothers, Ramon, Anacleto Herrera, and Maximo Herrera, sisters, Maria de Jesus Herrera, Celestina Martinez, Rosalia Chaparro, Guadalupe Chaparro, and Monica Gomez. 19 Grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Visitation, Rosary, and Mass will be held at Saint Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church on 10970 Bywood Dr. 592-1313. Visitation will be Tuesday March 13 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Rosary will follow the visitation. Mass will be Wednesday, March 14 at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Funeral arrangements by Martin Funeral Home (East). 855-8881.
El Paso Times - March 13 2001

Pacheco, Gonzalo Sr.,
84, passed away Sunday. He was a cement worker in construction. Survivors include his daughters Esther P. Quintero, Trinida P. Marquez & Aurelia P. Barragan all of El Paso; sons Manuel Pacheco & Lucio Pacheco both of Los Angeles, CA & Gonzalo Pacheco, Jr. of St. Louis, MO; sisters Tomasa Pacheco of El Paso & Lupe P. Bueno of CA; brother Salvador Pacheco of El Paso; 28 grandchildren, several nieces, nephews and cousins. Preceded in death by his wife Carlota B. Pacheco. Visitation will be Tuesday from 4:00 - 9:00 P.M. at Mt. Franklin Funeral Home. Funeral mass will be Wednesday at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church at 10:00 A.M. Interment will follow at Evergreen East Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Hospice of El Paso.
El Paso Times - March 13 2001

PENA, COSME A.
The father of Bishop Raymundo J. Pena, 87, passed away March 11, 2001 at Rio Grande Regional Hospital in McAllen. He was born April 10, 1913, in Robstown, Texas. He and his wife Elisa Ramon Pena moved to the Valley five years ago to be closer to their son upon his installation as the fifth bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Brownsville. He was preceded by his wife Elisa Ramon Pena who passed away Feb. 1, 2000. He is survived by his son Bishop Pena; niece Emma Gonzalez and her husband and family; two sisters, Micaela Pena Verdin and Juana Pena Favela; two brothers, Teodora A. Pena and Faustino A. Pena and nieces and nephews throughout the state. The Wake Service will take place Tuesday, March 13, at 7 p.m. at Holy Spirit Church 2201 Martin Avenue, McAllen. The Funeral Mass will be held Wednesday, March 14, at 11 a.m., at Our Lady of Sorrows Church, 1108 Hackberry Avenue, McAllen. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Seminary Fund of the Catholic Diocese of Brownsville, 1910 P., Elizabeth, Brownsville, TX 78520. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Kriedler Funeral Home, McAllen.
El Paso Times - March 13 2001

PORTILLO, VELIA C.
70, passed away Saturday, March 10, 2001. She was a resident of El Paso since 1968, and was a member of the Catholic Church. Preceded in death by her husband, Rafael Portillo. Mrs. Portillo is survived by her son, Jose Luis Coronado and his wife, Veronica Garcia; daughter Rosa Irma Mendez and her husband Miguel; grandchildren, Sylvia, Armando, Jose Luis, Jesus, Miguel, Judith, Miguel Angel and Jose Luis Marmolejo; great grandchildren, David, Iris, Gabriela, Jennifer, Victoria, Jose Luis, Ivan, Jesse, Armando Jr., Jessica and Miguel Rafael; brother Juan Manuel Coronado; sisters Antonia Quintana, Rose E. Coronado and Alicia Simental. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 13, 2001 from 4:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. with rosary service beginning at 7:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home West. Funeral mass will be held Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 2:00 P.M. at St. Francis De Assissi Catholic Church. Pallbearers Armando, Jose Luis, Jesus, Miguel Jr., Miguel Mendez, Sr., Jose Luis Coronado, Martin and Bobby Simental. Interment will be in Memory Gardens of the Valley Cemetery, Santa Teresa, New Mexico.
El Paso Times - March 13 2001

Ramirez, Ruben,
27, passed away Monday, March 12, 2001 in El Paso. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Ruben was a machine operator for International Paper. He is survived by his parents, Gilberto Ramirez and Rita Ramirez. Step-father, Jose Luis Perez. Brothers, Gilberto Ramirez, Jr. and David Ramirez.
El Paso Times - March 13 2001

Alvarez, Bernadette
23, passed away Monday, March 11, 2001 in El Paso. She was a lifelong resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Bernadette was employed for Lucent Technology. She is survived by her son, Jose Angel Moreno. Parents, Vance P. Nash and Carmen Nash. Brothers, Albert Ramirez and Enrique Ramirez. Sisters, Tilly Mowad, Gracie Nash and Angie Luna. Their visitation will be held Wednesday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina Chapel. Recitation of the Rosary will be Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Thursday at 9:30 a.m. at San Antonio Catholic Church. Ruben's pallbearers will be Gabriel Terrill, David Ramirez, Gilberto Ramirez, Jr., Jose Luis Perez, Gilberto Ramirez, III, and Gilbert Ramirez, Sr. Bernadette's pallbearers will be Enrique Ramirez, Albert Ramirez, Jimmy Jimenez, Thomas Morales, Mike Mowad, Victor Ramirez, Javier Alcantar, and Vance P. Nash. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive 598-3332
El Paso Times - March 13 2001

VARELA, ROBERT
76, born November 9, 1924 went to be with the Lord on March 9, 2001. He was a lifelong farmer in Clint and Fabens, TX. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII. His wife, Eleanor Varela, four daughters and their husbands, Linda and Bill Tarpley, Cindy and Ron Pitts, Judy and Rick Parsons and Roberta and Jay Hein; two brothers, Ruben and Manuel Chavez survive him. He is also survived by eight grandchildren; Jeremy, Brian and Steven Tarpley, Robby, Renee and Randy Parsons and Andrew and Sarah Pitts. Civic service included serving on the Clint Independent School District Board. Robert and Eleanor are members of Horizon City Baptist Church. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 13th from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be at Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home Northeast Chapel, 8817 Dyer Street Wednesday, March 14th at 1:15 p.m. The Reverend Wesley Phillips will be officiating. Interment will follow at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Horizon City Baptist Church Building Fund or The Lee & Beulah Moor and Children's Home, 1100 East Cliff El Paso, TX.
El Paso Times - March 13 2001

ACOSTA, AREDO
72, passed away Monday, March 12, 2001, in a local hospital. Longtime resident of El Paso and was a U.S. Army Veteran of WWII. He retired from Prices Creameries after 30 years of service. Preceded in death by son Rene Jose Acosta and brother Oscar Acosta. Survived by sons Cesar Eloy Acosta and Isaac Acosta, daughter Sylvia Olivas, 13 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, brother Horacio Acosta, sisters Ofelia Fernandez, Sarah Jones, Hortencia Acosta, Emelia Carrasco, Celia and Irene Acosta. Services will be private.
El Paso Times - March 14 2001

AGUILERA, RAMON
69, passed away Sunday, March 11, 2001 in a local hospital. He was a longtime resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Aguilera was a retired construction worker. He is survived by his brothers, Susano Aguilera Chavez and Jesus Aguilera. Sisters, Aurora A. Granado, Cuca A. Hernandez, Candida Aguilera Flores, and Gloria Prueser. Several nieces and nephews. He is also survived by other family and friends. Visitation will be held Thursday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Hilcrest Funeral Home - Carolina Chapel. Recitation of the Rosary will be Thursday at 7 p.m. at St. Raphael Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be Friday at 10 a.m. at St. Raphael Catholic Church. Members of the family will serve as pallbearers. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive, 598-3332
El Paso Times - March 14 2001

AMEZCUA, MARIA
95, born May 28, 1905 in Tamazula Jalisco, Mexico passed away Sunday, March 11, 2001. She was a resident of El Paso for 60 years and a member of St. Patrick Cathedral. Maria was preceded in death by her husband, Rodoo Amezcua and is survived by her nephew, Miguel and his wife, Carmen Leano; numerous nieces and nephews and 1 sister, Juanita Espino. Visitation will be Thursday, March 15th from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Futrell Funeral Home Downtown Chapel where Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be said at 1:00 p.m. Friday, March 16th at St. Patrick Cathedral with Fr. Pablo Matta officiating. Entombment will be Evergreen (Alameda) Mausoleum.
El Paso Times - March 14 2001

BANKS, WILLIE T.
I am the Resurrection and the Life, he that beleiveth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live, and who so ever liveth and believeth in me shall never die. John 11:25, 26. WILLIE T. BANKS born in Corsicana, Nevar County on November 23, 1923, passed away March 11, 2001 at his home in El Paso, Texas. Mr. Willie Banks is survived by his brother Stody Banks Corsicana, Texas; his three daughters Pearlie Mae Smith (Corsicana, TX.), Wanda Howell (El Paso, TX.), Vannessa Banks (El Paso, TX.), and son Ronnie Banks along with his daughter-in- law Barbara Jean Banks; 7 grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends. Visitation will be held from 4-9 P.M., Thursday, March 15th at Sunset Funeral Home - East; 750 N. Carolina. Funeral Service will be at 11 A.M. Friday, March 16th at Unity Baptist Church, 4601 Maxwell, El Paso, TX. Arrangements by Sunset Funeral Home- East.
El Paso Times - March 14 2001

BARRAGON, LAURO SR.,
93, passed away Monday, March 12, 2001. Mr. Barragon was a longtime resident of El Paso and owned and operated Del Norte Saddlery. He was preceded in death by his wife, Aurora Aguirre Barragon and daughter, Martha Barragon. He is survived by his sons Lauro Barragon, Jr., Robert Barragon, Aredo Barragon, daughters Teresa Barragon, and Cecilia Barragon, one brother Manuel, 9 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Memorial Rosary will be held Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 7:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home West. Memorial Service will be held Friday, March 16, 2001 at 2:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home West, Deacon Florencio Moreno officiating. Private interment will be held at a later date.
El Paso Times - March 14 2001

BURMEISTER, LOUIS RUDOLPH
73, passed away Saturday, March 10, 2001 in a local hospital. He was a resident of El Paso for 7 years. Mr. Burmeister was a retired General Contractor. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army having served during World War II. He was a recipient of the World War II Victory Medal and Army of Occupation Medal-Japan. Mr. Burmeister is survived by his wife Mrs. Lilia Vargas Burmeister. Children, Nancy Davis, Jean Young, Judy Fox, Patricia Sublette, Yolanda Morgan, Belen Luna and Jesse Vargas. 8 Grandchildren. 4 Great Grandchildren. Brothers, Henry Charles Burmeister and Earl Burmeister. Sister, Elaine Patelski. Memorial Service will be held Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina Chapel. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CAROLINA DRIVE 598- 3332
El Paso Times - March 14 2001

RUTILO, CORONA,
Memorial Rosary and Scripture Service will be on Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 7:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home- Central. Private interment at a later date.
El Paso Times - March 14 2001

CURIEL, ANTONIA CONDE
99, she was a lifelong resident of El Paso and was a member of San Xavier Catholic Church. She was a housewife. Mrs. Curiel is preceded in death by her husband, Daniel Curiel and daughter, Maria de Jesus Herrera. Survived by her sons, Jesus Maria Curiel and Dolores, and Lorenzo Curiel, daughters, Irene Curiel, Guadalupe Campuzano and Ruben, 17 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren, and 4 great great grandchildren. Mrs. Curiel will lie in state Wednesday from 4:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Rosary Service will be held Wednesday at 7:00 P.M. at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held Thursday at 9:00 A.M. at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Juan Gil, Jesus Maria Curiel, Lorenzo Curiel, Gilbert Campuzano, Carlos Curiel and Ruben Campuzano. Burial at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. pu,logol,7 2650 pu,obit HENRY Arthur John Henry, Jr., 69, passed away on Tuesday, March 13, 2001. A resident of El Paso for 31 years. He is a retired Chief Warrent Officer of the U.S. Army and a former Knight of Columbus. Survivors include his wife, Lourdes Villalobos Henry, sons, Arthur Fernando and Ronald Henry, daughter, Maria Lourdes Henry, grandson, Zachary Nathanial and sister, Mary Ann Ledoux. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 4:30 P.M. until 5:30 P.M. at Sunset Funeral Home-Northeast located at 4631 Hondo Pass, El Paso, Texas. Rosary will also be at Sunset Funeral Home in the Chapel at 6:00 P.M. Wednesday. Mass will be at 12:00 P.M. Thursday at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with full military honors.
El Paso Times - March 14 2001

VALENZUELA DE LOPEZ, CELIA
94, passed away Tuesday, March 13, 2001. Visitation: 3-9 p.m. and Rosary: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, SUNSET FUNERAL HOME-EAST. Mass: 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Christo Rey Catholic Church. Interment: Mount Carmel Cemetery. Survived by: sons, Oscar Valenzuela, Horacio Valenzuela, Tirro Valenzuela; daughters, Emma Valenzuela de Fraye, and several grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren and other relatives in Mexico & California. Preceded in death by: son, Ricardo Valenzuela, and parents: Antemio & Maria G. Guttierez. Arrangements by SUNSET FUNERAL HOME-EAST.
El Paso Times - March 14 2001

MARTINEZ, LOLA S.
passed away to be with the Lord on Monday, March 12, 2001 at a local hospital. She was a longtime resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Martinez was preceded in death by her husband Pete Martinez, her grandson Fernando Martinez, Jr., her brothers Ricardo and Jesus (Cheto) Sanchez. She was survived by her children, Fernando Martinez, Sylvia M. Sandoval, Alphonse J. Sandoval and Norma Martinez. Grandchildren, Nora Fernandez, Steven Martinez, Melissa Flores, and Aonso Flores. Great Grandchildren, Marissa Anabelle Sandoval, Benjamin Flores, Amber Flores, and Aaron Martinez. Sister, Amelia (Molly) Nevarez. Brother-in-law, Joe Nevarez, Jr., Nemi Martinez, Lupe and Bernie Munoz, Chava and Terry Martinez, Elvira and Frank Mains, Martha and Carlos Gonzalez and a host of nieces and nephews, adopted children and grandchildren. Visitation will be Wednesday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home- Carolina Chapel. Recitation of the Rosary will be Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Thursday at 11:30 a.m. at San Antonio Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Michael J. Nevarez, David Nevarez, Joseph Nevarez III, Robert J. Nevarez, Adrian A. Nevarez, and Christopher M. Nevarez. Honorary Pallbearers will be David A. Nevarez, Aonso C. Sandoval, Jesus Flores, Aredo Flores, Jr., Aaron Salas and Roger Dominguez. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive, 598- 3332
El Paso Times - March 14 2001

McCLEARY, FREDERICK SMYTHE
92, passed away March 13, 2001 in Antlers, Oklahoma. He was born 10-14-1908. A retired U.S. Customs Inspector. Preceded in death by his son Richard Wayne. Survived by his wife Daisy, by his son and daughter in law Dale and Sylvia McCleary, granddaughter and husband Dana and David Hood, grandson Jimmy Jay Tomlinson and great grandson Keller Grayson Hood. Services will be held in Antlers, Oklahoma.
El Paso Times - March 14 2001

Muniz, Guadalupe P.
82, passed away Monday, March 12, 2001 in a local hospital. She was a resident of El Paso Since 1950 and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Muniz was preceded in death by her husband, Manuel Muniz, sons, Ignacio Muniz, Jesus Muniz and Alejandro Muniz. She is survived by her sons, Ernesto Muniz and wife Teresa, Manuel Muniz, Leopoldo Muniz and Gregoria, and Jorge Muniz and wife Luzelva. Daughters, Veronica Sotomayor and husband Raymundo, Aurora Sanchez, Maria E. Mijares and husband Juan, Leticia Muniz, Guadalupe Amador and husband Francisco and Carmen Rivera and husband Roberto. 39 Grandchildren and Several Great Grandchildren. Visitation will be Thursday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina Chapel. Recitation of the Rosary will be Thursday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Friday at 9 a.m. at Little Flower Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Ernesto Muniz, Manuel Muniz, Leopoldo Muniz, Jorge Muniz, Victor Mijares and Luis Amador. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CAROLINA DRIVE 598-3332
El Paso Times - March 14 2001

Bachmann, Jodee Frances Barlow
passed away on March 8, 2001 after a brief illness. She was born in El Paso, the daughter of Joseph and Hattie Mae Barlow. She graduated from El Paso High School and attended business school before going to work for Lone Star Motor Company in 1935. She was employed at Ft. Bliss during WWII. She accepted a position as secretary to the Chief of Pathology at William Beaumont Army Hospital after the war and subsequently became secretary to the Chief of Psychiatry for several years. In 1951 she became executive secretary to the U.S. Collector of Customs in El Paso and remained in that position until her retirement from U.S. Civil Service in 1973. She was an active member of the Woman's Club of El Paso, having served on many committees and elective offices. Because of her unique beauty she was frequently called upon to serve as a model for their many style shows. On two occasions she was selected as one of the Best Dressed Women in El Paso. She and Elmer Bachmann were married at the Little Church at LaVillita in San Antonio on Valentine's Day, 1976. She and Elmer enjoyed a very happy retirement life filled with travel, bowling leagues, family, friends and service to the St. Francis on the Hill Episcopal Church where they sang in the choir. She was preceded in death by her daughter-in-law, Elaine Einspahr Spence, and sisters Irene Brown and Ann Louise McCorry. She is survived by her husband, Elmer; son, Dr. C. Ritchie Spence of San Antonio; grandsons, Andrew R. Spence of Atlanta, Georgia, and Joel A. Spence of London, England; niece, Betty Brown of El Paso, and nephew, Bob Brown of Avon, Connecticut; cousins, Alice Fletcher and Vicki Riordan of Houston, Texas; Merle McMillan of Roseville, California; Fred Sullenberger of El Paso, Milton and Morris Womack of California; sister-in-law, Viola Spence of El Paso, and nephew, Bernard Spence of Fabens, nieces and nephews, Linda and Wiley Tonnar of California; Marjorie Hennings, Rose Couchman, Fred and Katherine Bachman of Iowa, Mary Bagby of Austin, Texas, and sister-in-law, Clara Bachman of Iowa. A graveside service is planned for 3:00 p.m., Saturday, March 17, 2001 at Memory Garden orthe Valley, with Rev. Gene Myrick officiating. Memorial contributions, in lieu of flowers, may be made to St. Francis on the Hill Episcopal Church, El Paso, Texas or any charity of choice.
El Paso Times - March 15 2001

Barragan, Lauro, Sr.,
93, passed away Monday, March 12, 2001. Mr. Barragan was a longtime resident of El Paso and owned and operated Del Norte Saddlery. He was preceded in death by his wife, Aurora Aguirre Barragan and daughter, Martha Barragan. He is survived by his sons Lauro Barragan, Jr., Robert Barragan, Aredo Barragan, daughters Teresa Barragan, and Cecilia Barragan, one brother Manuel, 9 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Memorial Rosary will be held Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 7:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home West. Memorial Service will be held Friday, March 16, 2001 at 2:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home West, Deacon Florencio Moreno officiating. Private interment will be held at a later date. MILDRED A. CELUM, 80, passed away on Tuesday, March 13, 2001. A long time resident of El Paso, Mrs. Celum was preceded in death by her husband Ira Celum. She is survived by her sons, Robert and Garry Celum and her daughter La Monie Herrin, 8 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home East Chapel on Friday, March 16, 2001, with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. A Scripture Service will be held on Saturday, March 17, 2001 at 9:45 a.m. Followed by burial at Restlawn Memorial Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 15 2001

English, Hilah Gray,
wife of the late Joseph W. English passed away on March 8, 2001 at the Wadsworth Glen Health Care and Rehabilitation Center in Middletown, CT. She had been a resident of Heritage Commons in Middletown prior to her residence at Wadsworth Glen. Hilah was born in Randolph County, MO on February 27, 1902 and lived most of her life in El Paso, TX prior to moving to Connecticut in 1994. She had been an active member of First Baptist Church in El Paso. Survivors include three children: J.V. English of Roswell, NM, John English of Mesquite, TX, Margaret Bush of Meriden, CT and a special niece, Frances Holt of Hacienda Heights, CA; nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Friday, March 16th at Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home Northeast Chapel with Services at 3:00 p.m. Friday with Dr. Levi Price, Jr., Pastor of the First Baptist Church officiating. The grandsons will serve as Pallbearers. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to First Baptist Church in El Paso or a charity of their choice. Lawrence W. Fox, 83, died Tuesday, March 13, 2001. Mr. Fox will lie in state Thursday from 4-7 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Graveside Service will be held Friday at 2:00 P.M. at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 15 2001

HENRY, LETA A.
98, died March 13.2001 She was born in Limestone, Tenn., but grew up in Akron, Colo. She spent her career years in California where she was a costume designer for Hollywood studios, established a school of design and later was costume designer for the Ice Follies. During WWII, she interrupted her career to serve on a Merchant Marine ship in the south Pacific. Upon retirement, she moved to El Paso to join her sister and survivor Nona Resler (Mrs. Dale). Other survivors include 3 nephews and 4 nieces, and their families. They are Wayne Resler, of El Paso, Bonnie Resler Karlsrud, formerly of El Paso, now living in Colo., Carol Henry Shanks of Denver, Connie Clark, Janice Leta Henry, Joyce Black, Gregg Henry and Doyle Henry of CA. Memorial Service will be held at Harding, Orr and McDaniel funeral home on Saturday at 2:00 p.m.
El Paso Times - March 15 2001

INFANTI, WALTER C.
(Ltc Ret.) died March 13, 2001 in El Paso, Texas. He was born September 28, 1921 in Sommerville, Massachusetts. He had lived in El Paso since 1956. He retired from the US Army in 1967 after a distinguished career that spanned WWII and the Korean War. In that time, he rose from the enlisted rank of private to graduate from Officers Candidate School. He retired as a Lieutenant Colonel with full honors and the Legion of Merit for "Exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services." From 1968 until 1978, he served as the Public Relations Manager for the Juarez Race Track. During that time, he increased local and national awareness of the El Paso area by bringing in celebrities and unique events. He performed many civic functions related to the Sun Bowl Game and parade, Miss New Mexico beauty pageant and other El Paso public functions. His wife of 54 years, Gloria C. Infanti, his three sons Mark, Bruce and Paul, and four grandchildren survive him. Mass will be said at 9:30 AM, Friday, March 16th at the Post Center Chapel #2 in Fort Bliss. Burial will be at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Arrangements by Sunset Funeral Home - East.
El Paso Times - March 15 2001

Mabini, Fernando
M.SGT. E8 (RET.) passed away Monday, March 12, 2001. He was a long time resident of El Paso, Texas and he retired from the U.S. Army and White Sands Missile Range. During his thirty-one years of service from September 29, 1929 to October 31, 1960, he served during WWII and the Korean Wars. One of the Soldiers of Bataan Death March, Mr. Mabini was also a P.O.W. and received the Bronze Star Medal. He was a member of the Philippine American Association, a Disabled American Veteran Chapter TX. 187. He was also a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. Survivors include his wife, Maria B. Mabini, sons, Benjamin Mabini, Apolinario Mabini, and Fernando Mabini Jr., daughters, Erlinda Schaefer, Rosario Klude, Maryjane Mabini Raab Hall and Karon Anne Mabini, eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Visitation will be from 4 PM to 9 PM on Wednesday at 4631 Hondo Pass. Rosary will also be on Wednesday at Sunset Funeral Home Chapel at 7 PM. Mass will be held on Thursday at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church at 9:30 AM. Interment will be at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with full military honors.
El Paso Times - March 15 2001

SANCHEZ, OFELIA,
67, passed away Tuesday, March 13, 2001, a resident of El Paso for 20 years. She was the owner of La Malinche Cafe and a member of the Catholic Church. Ofelia was preceded in death by her parents, Juan and Martina Sanchez. She is survived by her daughters, Lilia and Norma Ocon and sons, Luis and Pablo Ocon; 3 grandchildren, Ernesto, Sigrid and Alejandra Gonzalez; 1 brother, Francisco Sanchez; 3 sisters, Elva Sanchez, Flavia Sanchez and Rafaela Sanchez. Funeral Mass will be said at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, March 15th at St. Patrick Cathedral with Fr. Miguel Sanchez officiating. Interment will be in Evergreen East Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 15 2001

SCOTT, CLARAVON
83, passed away on Monday, March 12, 2001. She is survived by her husband Garland Scott, son Clark Eugene Scott, daughter Sue Nell Gremar and husband David M. Gremar, grandchildren David M. Gremar Jr. and wife Sarah, Sherryl S. Scott and Trent Scott. She was a 41 year El Paso resident and owner/manager, along with her husband Buck, which founded the first B.B.Q. place in El Paso in 1965; Bucks B-B-Q. Graveside Service will be held at 1:30 p.m., Friday, March 16, at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Arrangements by SUNSET FUNERAL HOME - EAST.
El Paso Times - March 15 2001

SEPULBEDA, GENOVEVA J.
77, a longtime resident of El Paso, died Tuesday, March 13, 2001. She was preceded in death by her husband, Juan R. Sepulbeda. She is survived by her daughters, Luisa Borrego, Irene Calanche and Yolanda "Speedy" Varela. 11 Loving Grandchildren. 12 Great Grandchildren. Mrs. Sepulbeda is also survived by her brothers and sisters, Catarino Jaramillo of Texas, Catarina Gonzalez of California, Andrea Brijalba of Texas, Sara Rodriguez of Texas and Dulces Jaramillo of California. Genoveva was a devoted and loving Wife, Mother and Grandmother. Visitation will be Thursday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home- Carolina. Prayer Service will be Thursday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel-East. Funeral service will be Friday at 11:45 a.m. at Rosedale Baptist Church. Pallbearers will be Joey Sepulbeda, Jon Borrego, Vic Borrego, Eloy Varela Jr., Lonnie Calanche and Eric Calanche. Honorary Pallbearers will be Lena Borrego, Mira Borrego, Debbie Varela, Sandra Calanche and Carrie Burrola. "We will never let her out of our hearts and we will miss her greatly." Interment will be in Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME- CAROLINA. 1060 Carolina Drive. 598-3332
El Paso Times - March 15 2001

CAMPOS, RAUL RAYMUNDO
70, passed away March 14, 2001. He was a resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Campos is survived by his wife Maria Teresa Campos. Sons, Raul Campos Jr. (wife) Flor Maria, Carlos Campos (wife) Sherri A. and Jesus Manuel Campos (wife) Deanna. Daughters, Rosa Maria Campos and Teresa Contreras. Also survived by his grandchildren, Alejandra, Berenice, Alex, Sarah, Charlie, Carlos and Ariana. Great Grandchildren, Manuelito and Andres. Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Friday March 16, 2001 with rosary said at 7:00 p.m. Friday. Mass of the Resurrection will be said at 9:30 am Saturday March 17, 2001 in San Antonio De Pauda Catholic Church.
El Paso Times - March 16 2001

JAMES, JOLENE
42, of Aiea, Hawaii, died March 13, 2001 in Honolulu. Born on May 21, 1958 in Carrizozo, New Mexico. Survived by husband, Mitchell James; children, Kimberly Morales of Bentonville, AR, Christopher Carson of Bryan, TX and Dashon Bacon of San Antonio, TX; granddaughter, Alexis Iliana Morales of Bentonville, AR; parents, Jean & Jimmie James of Mission, TX; sisters, Denise Rector of Whiteface, TX and Dee Dee Lynn Tharp of McAllen, TX. Committal service 10:00 a.m. on Monday, March 19, 2001 at the Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery in Kaneohe, Hawaii.
El Paso Times - March 16 2001

Munoz, Guillermo G.
"Jimmy" 87, passed away Monday, March 12, 2001. Resident of El Paso for 81 years. He helped build the Horizon go course, Cielo Vista go course, Ft. Bliss go course and he had worked at the Ascarate go course. Preceded in death by wife Trinidad Munoz and sons Guillermo, Jr., Andres and Roberto Munoz. Survived by sons Antonio Munoz, Aonso Munoz, and Willie Castillo, daughters Petra Munoz, Maria Luisa Chavez, Dora Hernandez, Rebecca Barba and Graciela Munoz, 31 grandchildren, 44 great grand children and 2 great great grandchildren, and sister Socorro Callahan. Mr. Munoz will lie in state Friday from 4:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Rosary Service will be held Friday at 7:00 P.M. at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held Saturday at 1:00 P.M. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Arturo Rincon, Jr., Antonio Munoz, Jr., Chucky Munoz, Juan Hernandez, Jr., Jesus Chavez, Jr., Juan Gonzalez, Antonio Munoz, and Aonso Munoz. Honorary pallbearer will be Andy Moreno. Burial at Evergreen Alameda Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 16 2001

Yaker, Hyman Louis
89, passed away Thursday, March 15, 2001. Mr. Yaker was a longtime resident of El Paso. He was a public accountant and active member of B'Nai Zion Synagogue. Mr. Yaker was a member of the Masonic Lodge, Shrine Temple and B'Nai Brith. He was preceded in death by his brothers David and William Yaker. He is survived by his wife, Sophie Yaker, son Marshall T. Yaker, daughters Lynda Yaker, Francine Hansen and husband Richard Hansen, Dr. Manya Pomerantz and husband Dr. Jacob Pomerantz, sister Martha Bigman, sisters-in-law Adelle Yaker and Lillian Moscow, 4 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. The family would like to Thank Dr. Ramiro Hernandez, Dr. Lemuel Clanton, Dr. Gregory Misenhimer, Dr. Alan Karp, Dr. John Tune, Dr. Robert Schneider, Dr. Tom Alost, Dr. Eugenio Armendariz, Dr. Stanley Wagner, and all of the staff of Sierra Hospital and SCCI Hospital that took such wonderful care of Mr. Yaker. Graveside service will be held Friday, March 16, 2001 at 3:30 P.M. at B'Nai Zion Cemetery Rabbi Stephen Leon officiating.
El Paso Times - March 16 2001

Ballesteros, Virginia V.
88, passed away Thursday, March 15, 2001. She was a lifelong resident of El Paso and loving mother and homemaker. She was a member of Our Lady of the Light Catholic Church. Survivors include her daughters, Maria Dolores Garcia & Debbie Rayas; sons, Angel Ballesteros & Aquilino (Tata) Ballesteros; brother, Domingo Alvarado; 8 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; 2 great, great grandchildren. Visitation will begin at 1:00 P.M. Sunday with Rosary Services at 7:00 P.M. at Harding Orr & McDaniel Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held Monday 1:00 P.M. at Our Lady of the Light Catholic Church. Interment to follow at Mt. Carmel Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 17 2001

GONZALEZ, NATIVIDAD (Nate) J.
73, passed away Wednesday, March 14, 2001 in El Paso. He was a resident of El Paso for 57 years and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Gonzalez was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He retired from Civil Service. Mr. Gonzalez is survived by his wife, Sara A. Gonzalez. Sons, Richard Gonzalez and Victor Gonzalez and wife Gloria. Daughter, Martha J. Arreola and husband Eddie. Grandchildren, Gabriel Gonzalez and wife Terresa, Mark A. Gonzalez, Jessica M. Gonzalez and Joshua Arreola. Great Grandchildren, Allen and Ivee. Brothers, Ruben, Javier and Gonzalo. Sisters, Juanita and Belen. Visitation will be Sunday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina Chapel. Recitation of the Rosary will be Sunday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Monday at 11:45 a.m. at San Antonio Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Richard Gonzalez, Victor Gonzalez, Gabriel Gonzalez, Mark A. Gonzalez, Jessica M. Gonzalez, Eddie Arreola, Joshua Arreola, and Phil Martinez, Jr. Interment will be in Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive 598-3332
El Paso Times - March 17 2001

HADDAD, JoANN C.
Our strong, beautiful mother, JoAnn, passed away March 16, 2001. She was preceded in death by her mother, father, brother and sister. She is survived by her four children, Dan (Anna) Julianne, Laura (Gregor) and Joey, and four grandchildren, Steven, Joanna, Danielle and Kenneth. The family would like to extend their thanks to family, friends and Hospice of El Paso for their support. Graveside service will be Saturday, March 17th, 2:30 p.m. in Restlawn Memorial Park with her dear friend, Mr. Ricky Feuille officiating.
El Paso Times - March 17 2001

Johnson, Irene Toney
99, passed away Wednesday, March 14, 2001. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph E. Johnson. She was the daughter of the late W.T. Toney and Clara High Toney of Huntington, West Virginia. Mrs. Johnson was born in Huntington, West Virginia on November 8, 1901. She attended Marshall Academy from kindergarten through high shcool, Class of 1919. She later earned a BA and MA from Marshall University and taught 32 years in the Huntington, West Virginia schools. In 1955 she and her husband moved to El Paso and resided on Caples Circle. She taught first grade at Rusk Elementary School for 16 years before retiring. Mrs. Johnson was a member of Trinity-First United Methodist Church in El Paso. She is survived by her two daughters and their husbands, six grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. They are Joan and Thomas Stephenson of El Paso, Texas and Chesterfield, Missouri; Emily and Robert Colegrove of Wickenburg, Arizona; Pamela Stephenson Johnson, Deborah Stephenson Graham, Clare Colegrove Peirce, Robert Colegrove, Jr., Ann Colegrove Alexander and Donald Joseph Colegrove. Visitation will be from 2PM to 5PM on Sunday the 18th with services at 10 AM on Monday the 19th at Harding, Orr and McDaniel; 320 Montana. Reverend Brodace H. Elkins presiding. Burial will be at Restlawn Memorial Park on Dyer Street.
El Paso Times - March 17 2001

Thangiel Myers Ernest Sr.
Retired Sergeant First Class, 68, passed away on Wednesday, March 14, 2001. He is survived by his wife, Raquel Ramos Myers; sons, George Myers, Ernest T. Myers Jr. and Ared R. Myers; daughters, Connie Marquez, Maria Cedillo, Ernestina Fauntleroy and Raquel McCoy; 22 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; brothers, Walter Myers and George Myers; and sisters, Doris Banks, Estel Myers and Elsie Myers. He was born in Palmyra, New Jersey and served in the military for 20 years during which he was awarded the Gallantry Cross Medal, Good Conduct Medal (four times), National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Commendation Medal and the United Nations Service Medal. He is a retired cook from the United States Army and 15-year security guard at J.M. Hanks High School. Visitation will be held from 4-9 p.m. Sunday at SUNSET FUNERAL HOME-EAST, with a prayer service at 7 p.m. in the Chapel of Remembrance. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at Holy Light Church of God in Christ, 5928 Trowbridge. Interment will follow at 1:30 p.m. at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with full military honors. Arrangements by: SUNSET FUNERAL HOME- EAST.
El Paso Times - March 17 2001

Ramsey Paula Blackwelder
passed away on March 15, 2001. She was raised in Hobart, Oklahoma. An artist and an avid gardener. She was a member of the El Dedon Verde and the Sunset Heights Garden Clubs as well as the El Paso Historical Society. She is survived by her husband Greg Ramsey, children: Burke Morris, Mike Morris, Lynn Ramsey Stinson, Rich Stinson, Niki Ramsey, grandchildren: Tyler Morris, Walz Stinson, Anthony Stinson, Greg Ramsey III, Alister Ramsey. Friends of Paula are invited to celebrate her life at 6812 Pino Real on Thursday March 22 from 5 to 7 p.m. - Casual.
El Paso Times - March 17 2001

Valadez, Alejandra
6, passed away Tuesday, March 13, 2001. Lifelong resident of El Paso. She was a loving daughter, sister and friend. She was a student at Scottsdale Elementary School. Survived by parents Enrique B. and Rita B. Valadez, brothers Enrique Valadez, Jr., Pablo Antonio Valadez, and Juan Martin Valadez, sisters Irene Valadez & Bernardina Bowman. Alejandra will lie in state Sunday from 1:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Rosary Service will be held Sunday at 7:00 P.M. at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held Monday at 1:15 P.M. at St. Ignatius Catholic Church, 408 South Park St. Pallbearers will be Enrique B. Valadez, Enrique Valadez Jr., Pablo Antonio Valadez, Phillip William Bowman, Michael Anthony Coronel, and Juan Martin Valadez. Honorary pallbearer will be James Enrique Bowman. Burial at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with estimated entry time at 2:30 P.M. She will be greatly loved and remembered.
El Paso Times - March 17 2001

Cassady, Emmett Buckner
Major General (USAF, Ret) October 21, 1909 - March 15, 2001 passed away on March 15, 2001 in El Paso, Texas. A native son of Texas and the transportation age, he was born in Gainesville, Texas on October 21, 1909, the second son of a railroad man (Hopkins Stuart Cassady) and his young wife (Emma Amanda Kleuser). In 1927, when he graduated from Gainesville High School, his mother, under pressure, purchased a World War I Canuck-type training plane and engaged Wiley Post to instruct Emmett in the art of flying. The aircraft crashed at Hillsboro, Texas two weeks later, with Emmett and a substitute instructor aboard. They were uninjured, but the aircraft was a total wreck. A licensed aviator since 1929 he enlisted as a Private in the Army Air Corps Reserve in 1930 at Hensley Field in Dallas, Texas. He met Willie Virginia (Billie) Odom, a beautiful young woman and daughter of a west Texas rancher in 1933 and they were married in 1934. He was commissioned a second lieutenant in 1933 and received his Air Corps Wings at the same time. Europe was at war and he returned to active duty in February 1941 and continued in active service until he retired as an Air Force Major General in January 1965. He served in a wide range of challenging positions: Aide de Camp to the General commanding the Northeast Command in St. Johns, Newfoundland at the onset of WW II; Executive Officer to the General commanding the Central Flying Training Command when the command was opening a new training base each week to provide the pilots and aircrew members for the Air Corps; and Air Attache with the US Embassy in Montevideo, Uruguay. After WW II Colonel Cassady was asked about the special challenges of flying long range missions in Consolidated PBYs to provide air cover for convoys on their vulnerable passage through the Greenland - Iceland gap. He replied that it was "waking up from a short nap and finding my copilot did not know where the aircraft was over the North Atlantic -- in winter." Luck was with him that day. He caught a glimpse of the setting sun, took a fix on it and flew west until they hit the coast of Labrador. He then turned south and followed the coast to the air base at St. Johns, Newfoundland. The onset of the Cold War brought new challenges: a tour at the Pentagon with the Air Staff as Chief, Air Attache Branch and then a posting as Air Attache to the US Embassy in Rome, Italy. Clare Booth Luce was the US Ambassador and the task was to stem the tide of Soviet influence in Italy. Emmett and Billie worked as a closely-knit team to support the Ambassador in many and varied diplomatic assignments. Later, after Emmett was advanced to Brigadier and Major General he received the Distinguished Service Medal. The citation prominently mentioned that he "helped retain Italy in the column of free nations." It had clearly been a team effort. Returning to the US brought staff assignments with the Air Material Command at Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio and command ot the Air Material Area at Brookley AFB, Mobile, AL in 1960. General Cassady was responsible for the worldwide support of several weapons systems including the Republic F-105. When he took command in Mobile the F-105 had serious maintenance problems that put its reliability and therefore its utility at issue. He initiated management changes and corrective actions that enabled the F-105 to be employed as a reliable and significant component of Air Force combat force structure in the Vietnam War. Emmett and Billie retired from the Air Force in 1965 and later moved from Mobile to El Paso. His wife Billie passed away in 1993. His brother George Cassady, also an Air Force Brigadier General, died in 1967. General Cassady's children were at his side at his death. Son William Cassady, Colonel (USAF, Ret) resides in Austin, TX, daughter Colleen Drake in Santa Fe, NM and daughter Anna Bryson in Laguna Niguel, CA. Surviving grandchildren are Colleen Cassady, Austin, TX, Kristin Hickson, Newport Beach, CA, Elaine Tatum, Miami Beach, FL, Katherine Palafox, El Paso, TX, William Gunter, Miami Beach, FL, Elizabeth Drake, Boulder, CO, Elizabeth Axelgard, Sacramento, CA and Erin Cornay, Sacramento, CA. There are also eight surviving great-grandchildren. Visitation will be from 12 Noon to 9 p.m. Sunday, March 18th, at Futrell Funeral Home Downtown Chapel where Rosary will be recited at 5 p.m. Funeral Mass will be said at 9:30 a.m. Monday, March 19th at St. Patrick Cathedral with Fr. Richard Matty officiating. Interment will be in Fort Bliss National Cemetery with Full Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association, El Paso Chapter, 4400 North Mesa #9, El Paso, TX 79902.
El Paso Times - March 18 2001

GUEVARA, ANDREW R.
Senior Partner of the Law Firm of Guevara, Rebe, Baumann, Coldwell & Reedman, LLP, passed away Friday, March 16, 2001. Mr. Guevara was born in El Paso, Texas on August 23, 1941 and was admitted to Bar in 1967 in Texas. He graduated from Georgetown University (A.B. 1963) and the University of Texas (J.D., 1967). Mr. Guevara is survived by his wife, Jacqueline D. Guevara of El Paso; sons, Drew and (wife) Lisa, Dodd and (wife) Gabrielle, and Adie; daughter, Roxie; his two sisters Martha Guevara and Gloria and (husband) Benjamin Zamora; niece Christina Zamora and nephew Ben Zamora. In our lives we are touched by many people, as many were by the life of Andy. His accomplishments were many, but his character is what truly made him great. He was admired for his brilliance and his sense of humor. During his life he gave back to the community by his involvement in numerous organizations. The lives he touched were blessed by his kindness and inspired by his wisdom. In his death he showed us dedication and courage. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Visitation will be held Sunday, March 18, 2001 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home West where Rosary will begin at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held Monday, March 19, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Patrick Cathedral. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to your favorite charity.
El Paso Times - March 18 2001

NEWKIRK, WILLIAM SHERMAN
84, of Horizon City, Texas passed away Monday, March 12, 2001, following a brief illness. Mr. Newkirk was born in Dearborn, Michigan. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother and one sister. He is survived by his wife, Vickie Irene Moore Newkirk of Horizon City, one son, William S. Newkirk, Jr., daughter in law Cathy and three grandchildren, Lauren, Daniel, and Katie of Kingwood, Texas. Mr. Newkirk served in World War II in the Pacific Theater where he was wounded. He held many public relations jobs in his lifetime in Houston, California and then El Paso where he worked for the Convention Bureau, and the Tigua Indian Reservation. At the time of his death he was serving on the Board of Directors of Horizon City Improvement Association. Mr. Newkirk was a community activist. He worked tirelessly for the Horizon City Lions Club serving in various offices. At one time, he ran for Mayor. He was a life member of Discover El Paso which he helped found. He organized the Hotel Motel Association and for many years served as its Executive Director. Mr. Newkirk graduated from high school at NMMI, attended the University of Michigan where he competed on the swim team. He was recruited by the University of Texas at Austin for their swim team and graduated from there. He continued swimming throughout his life and competed in the Senior Olympics. In lieu of flowers contribution may be made to the Oz Glaze Senior Center of Horizon City of the Horizon City Lions Club. Graveside Services will be 2 p.m. Monday, March 19, 2001 at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 18 2001

DIAZ, LUIS G.,
86, our beloved dad went to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 15, 2001. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Diaz retired from Phelps Dodge Refinery after 32 years of service. He was preceded in death by his son, Gilbert Diaz. Mr. Diaz is survived by his beloved wife of 62 years, Mrs. Sara Diaz. Sons, Manny Diaz, Luis Diaz Jr., Marty Diaz, and George Diaz. Daughters, Mary Lou Alvarado, Josie Ruiz, Aurora Olimski, Isabel Carver, Rose Thompson, Rachel Smiddy and Sandra Luz Villalobos. 32 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren. Brothers, Carlos Diaz, Cirilo Diaz, Jose Diaz, and Manuel Diaz. Sisters, Imelda Diaz, and Paula Marquez. Visitation will be Monday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina Chapel. Recitation of the Rosary will be Monday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral mass will be Tuesday at 10 a.m. at Santo Nino de Atocha Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Manny Diaz, Luis Diaz Jr., Marty Diaz, George Diaz, Chris Alvarado and Peter Ruiz. Psalm 55:6, I said, "Oh, that I had the wings of a Dove! I would fly away and be at rest." We will miss you and love you always. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by Hillcrest Funeral Home. 1060 Carolina Drive 598-3332
El Paso Times - March 18 2001

WINGERTER, SANDRA J.
"SANDY" 59, passed away March 13th, 2001. Sandy was a long-time resident of El Paso who worked for many years in sales and service of the trucking industry. She was preceded in death by her father, Howard A. Harkness. She is survived by her mother, Marian E. Lawson and her husband, Lyle. She is also survived by her uncle Bill Collier. Sandy is survived by her sister and brother- in-law, Carol and C.R. Thompson. In addition, she is survived by her children, Carol Keys and former husband Rene Rivas, Tina Larson and her husband, Ron and her son, Alley R. Keys and his wife, Cindy. She is also survived by her nieces, Cecily Armstrong and her husband, David, and Cami Carrizal and her husband, Jimmy. Sandy had five grandchildren, Jessica Rivas, Kendra & Kelsey Larson, and Cassie and Chad Keys. In accordance with Sandy's wishes, a private family service has been held. In remembrance of Sandy, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. Sandy, a beloved daughter, niece, sister, mother, auntie and grandmother, will be deeply missed by her family and those who knew her.
El Paso Times -March 18 2001

ROMAN, REBECCA A.
70, a lifelong resident of Alamogordo, died Friday, March 16, 2001, at Thomason General Hospital in El Paso. She was born January 12, 1931 in Socorro, Texas. She retired as a division secretary and dispatcher from civil service at White Sands Missile Range. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Survivors include her ex-husband, Ramon Roman Jr. of Alamogordo; three sons, Fernandeo Roman, Reyne Roman and his wife Ana, and Ramon Roman III and his wife Donna, all of Las Cruces; three daughters, Edwina Roman of Las Cruces, Elena Roman of Waterford, Wisconsin, and Esther Roman of El Paso; 9 grandchildren, one great grandchild; a sister, Lucy Chave and her husband Avelardo of El Paso; a half-sister, Helga Schwinn of Germany; and numerous nieces and nephews. A wake service will be conducted Monday at 7 p.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Alamogordo. Funeral mass will be celebrated in the church on Tuesday at 10 a.m. Interment will follow in Immaculate Conception Catholic Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Hamilton-O'Dell Funeral Home, 1334 N. Scenic Dr., Alamogordo.
El Paso Times - March 18 2001

MORRISON, ROSE MARY
93 passed away peacefully March 14, 2001. She was a resident of El Paso since 1957 and a homemaker. Mrs. Morrison was a member of the Catholic Faith and was preceded in death by her daughter Margaret Helen Dayton. She is survived by her loving husband of 54 years, Mr. William (Bill) Morrison. She is also survived by her children, James Morrison (Linda) of Seattle, WA, Terrence Morrison (Maureen) of Agua Dulce, CA, and Rosemary Weisbruch (John) of Crystal Lake, IL; 14 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Monday, March 19, 2001, 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home-Northeast. Recitation of the Rosary will be Monday at 7 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home - Northeast Chapel. Mass of the Resurrection will be Tuesday March 20, 2001 at Chapel #2, Ft. Bliss, Texas with Rev. Father Nordorf officiating. Interment will be in Fort Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 18 2001

ATKINS, GRACE MARESTEIN
homemaker, 66, died 3-10-01 in Riverview, Florida of Scleroderma. Preceded in death by parents: Consuelo & Joseph Marestein, brother: Joseph Marestein III, nephew Mark E. Lopez. Survivors: husband David L. Atkins, children: David W. Atkins, Danette (John) Guarino, John D. Atkins, grandchildren: James & Robert Atkins, Krista & Andrew Guarino. Sisters: Tillie Marestein, Yolanda (Alex) Lopez, Gloria Marestein, Dolores (Max) Quinones, & Iris (Frank) Marquez. 11 nephews, 10 nieces, 4 aunts, 3 uncles and sister in law Lupe Marestein. Services: Christo Rey Catholic Church, 8011 Williamette. Rosary: Friday 3-23-01, 7:30 P.M. Mass: Saturday 3-24-01, 8:30 A.M. Interment: Mt. Carmel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers: Scleroderma Foundation, 89 Newbury St. STE 201, Danvers, MA. 01923-1075.
El Paso Times - March 18 2001

ATKINS, GRACE MARESTEIN
homemaker, 66, died 3-10-01 a lifelong resident of El Paso. He retired from Phelps Dodge Refinery after thirty years of service. Mr. Jacquez was preceded in death by his wife, Mary "Rayito" Jacquez and is survived by his daughter, Cecilia Meza; 2 grandchildren, Jesus Meza, Jr. of Washington and Yvette Hernandez of Albuquerque, NM; 3 great grandchildren, Mathew Hernandez, Ashley and Sara Meza; a sister, Florence Knapp; and several relatives. Visitation will be 4 to 9 p.m. Sunday, March 18th at Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Northeast Chapel, 8817 Dyer with rosary recited at 6 p.m. Funeral Mass will be at 9 a.m. Monday at Guardian Angel Catholic Church. Interment immediately following service in Evergreen East Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jesus O. Meza Sr., Jesus O. Meza Jr., Fritz Krauss, Milton Carter, Fred Pacheco, Oscar Rodriguez Jr., Johnny Rodriguez and Joe Hern.
El Paso Times - March 18 2001

MAGUREGUI, MARIA R.
88, passed away Friday, March 16, 2001. Visitation will be Sunday, March 18, 2001 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home - Northeast. Recitation of the Rosary will be at 7 p.m. Sunday at Sunset Funeral Home - Northeast Chapel. Mass of the Resurrection will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 18 2001

FLECHA, VICTOR MANUEL
50, passed away Friday, March 16, 2001 in El Paso, Texas. Mr. Flecha was a resident of El Paso for 14 years, and a member of the Catholic Church. Survivors include his wife, Guadalupe R. Flecha. His sons, Victor E. Flecha, Jesus Camacho, and Oscar Armando Camacho. Daughters, Ceciana Flecha, Natalie Ann Flecha, and Joan Camacho. 2 Grandchildren. Brother, David Colon and sister, Ruby Colon. Visitation will be 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monday, March 19, 2001 at Sunset Funeral Home East. Recitation of the Rosary will be at 7:00 p.m., Monday, March 19, 2001 at Sunset Funeral Home-East Chapel. Mass of the Resurrection will be said on Tuesday, March 20, 2001 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, time is pending. Members of her family will serve as pallbearers. Interment at Mount Carmel Cemetery. Services entrusted to SUNSET FUNERAL HOME-EAST. 750 N. Carolina Dr., El Paso, TX 79915 915/594-4424.
El Paso Times - March 19 2001

AYALA, MARY LATLIP
65, passed away Saturday, March 17, 2001 in El Paso, Texas. Mrs. Ayala was a homemaker, a lifelong resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Her son, Leroy Antonio Ayala, precedes her in death. Survived by her husband, Leroy Ayala, son, Albert Lawrence Ayala. Daughters, Elizabeth Rodriguez, Beatrice Jauregui, Patricia Ayala and Irma Ayala. 9 Grandchildren. Visitation will be 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday, March 19, 2001 at Sunset Funeral Home East. Recitation of the Rosary will be at 7:30 p.m., Monday, March 19, 2001 at Sunset Funeral Home-East Chapel. Mass of the Resurrection will be said at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 20, 2001 at San Antonio de Padua Catholic. Members of her family will serve as pallbearers. Interment at Evergreen Cemetery - Alameda. Services entrusted to SUNSET FUNERAL HOME- EAST, 750 N. Carolina Dr., El Paso, TX 79915 915/594-4424. SFC CARL EDWARD PECK, USA, 60, passed away March 16, 2001. He was a resident of El Paso for 21 years and retired from the United States Army after 21 years of faithful service. He is survived by his wife, Carolina Peck; sons, Carlo and James Peck; daughter and son-in-law, Michelle and David Turner; grandchildren, Skylar and Ivory Turner. He is also survived by his parents, Virginia and Charles Vanduzee; brother, James Vanduzee and sister, Carleen Snyder. Visitation will be Monday, March 19, 2001, 4PM to 7PM at SUNSET FUNERAL HOME-NORTHEAST. Graveside services will be Tuesday March 20, 2001 at 1PM with Pastor Delia Anderson officiating at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with full military honors. Services entrusted to: Sunset- Northeast
El Paso Times - March 19 2001

ELLIOTT, DALE N.
longtime resident of El Paso. Born September 6, 1918 in Hope, Kansas. Passed away March 17, 2001. Dale enjoyed a colorful Army career focusing in field artiliary; his favorite assignment was platform teaching in Eugene, Oregon. Following 22 years of military service in the United States Army, upon retiring, Dale and his wife Virginia became owner/operators of Dale's Mobile Chalets for 20 years. Having loved the great outdoors, Dale invested in two ranches in Del City, Texas, specializing in growing pima cotton and hybrid alfalfa for race horses. Dale also pursued his personal wish and became a certified Auctioneer in the State of Texas and New Mexico. Survivors: Loving wife of 43 years, Virginia (Dee) Elliott; son Scott M. Elliott of Oklahoma City, two grandchildren, one great-grandchild, numerous siblings. Visitation: Tuesday, March 20th from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Funeral Home. Wednesday, March 21st Chapel Service, time pending, officiated by Lynette Meyer, at Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home, 8817 Dyer St., El Paso, Texas 79904. Entombment at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery Mausoleum at 8700 Dyer St., El Paso, Texas 79904. Dale touched many hearts in the friendships he shared. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. Memorial contributions: Humane Society of El Paso, 325 Shelter Place, El Paso, Texas 79905, (915) 532- 6971.
El Paso Times - March 19 2001

MEJIA, CARMEN
23 May 1948-16 Mar 2001 will be remembered for many things. She will be especially remembered for those things very dear to her. These included the love of for her family and work. She loved her family with unequalled love. Above all, she loved her son Hector Urrutia III, and her mother Guadalupe Mejia. Her son was the light of her life and the inspiration for all she did. She loved her mother deeply, and cared for her daily, from morning to night. The love of her work led her to work very hard. The work ethic she inherited from her father, Eufemio Mejia, lead her to love her career and to work with passion and complete dedication. It was evident she worked harder than anyone, at any endeavor she undertook. Carmen had the "ganas" to do her best in any task or challenge she was involved with, and thus fulfilled her father's dream that his children become true professionals. At the California State University in Los Angeles, she was amongst the first Hispanic students to champion the rights of Chicanos in higher education. Upon leaving the university to join the workforce, she ascended quickly to a senior management position with the Mobile Corporation, where she was responsible for ensuring the timely supply of energy to the western United States. Carmen joined the Center for Environmental Resource Management (CERM) with the University of Texas at El Paso in 1990. She was promoted to Business Manager in 1991. At CERM, the university's largest resource center, she was responsible for all business and student support operations. She was a loyal and dedicated professional who was admired and respected throughout the university. Carmen was especially devoted to the hundreds of students she assisted daily at work and as a volunteer mentor. She gave generously of her time and talents by serving on numerous university committees and boards, and was a dynamic participant in staff activities. She was given the College of Engineering's highest honor as "Outstanding Employee", in 1995. Carmen was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by those whose lives she touched, especially her family, friends, and all people at UTEP. We thank the Lord GOD for the gift of Carmen, the cherished memories she left behind, and for welcoming her to His Kingdom. Carmen is survived by her Mother, Guadalupe Mejia, her son, Hector Urrutia III. Her brothers, Beatriz, Aurora, Felipe, Ruben, Victor Manuel Mejia and nieces, nephews and grandnieces and grand nephews. Visitation will be Tuesday March 20, 2001 at Sunset Funeral Home West Chapel of Remembrance from 4-9 PM with a Rosary at 7:00 PM. Funeral Mass will be on Wednesday March 21, 2001 at St. Matthew's Catholic Church at 1:00 PM. Arrangements by Sunset Funeral Home - West.
El Paso Times - March 19 2001

Almeida, Alejandra
5, passed away Saturday, March 17, 2001. She was a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Alejandra is survived by her parents Adrian and Graciela Almeida and her brother Miguel Antonio Almeida. Also survived by her grandparents, Moises and Silvia Almeida and Dolores Dominguez. She is preceded in death by her grandfather Tito Dominguez. Visitation will be from 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm Tuesday March 20, 2001 followed by Rosary at 7:00 pm. Prayer Service will be said at 9:00 am Wednesday, March 21, 2001 in Mt. Carmel Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will be at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Our nenas, Our pumpkin, Our baby. Every day we see you in our daily routines. We know you are with us always because we can see you. We see you smiling, showing us that everything is O.K. You've shown us a beautiful spirit to follow. So now that you have departed with God we know you will continue to watch over us. God Bless Your beautiful Soul. We'll Miss You Always. Love Mom, Dad and Mikey. Funeral Arrangements By Mt. Carmel Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - March 20 2001

Arellano, Maribel
I am the Resurrection and the Life, he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live, and who so ever liveth and believeth in me shall never die. John 11:25, 26 26, passed away Sunday March 18, 2001. She was a lifelong resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. She is preceded in death by her mother Magdalena Arellano. Survived by her father Jose Ramon Serrano Castro, her brother Jose Alberto Arellano, niece Celeste, common sister in law Monica Ruiz, ha sisters Lourdes, Suchae and Johana. Ha brother Jose Ramon. Also Survived by her Maternal grandparents Jesus & Tomasa Arellano. Paternal grand parents Mercedes Castro and Jose Ramon Serrano Vera. Cousins Luis Gabriel, Aileen & Annie Cabral, Luis Lorenzo, Jerry, Valerie & Vanessa Lomeli, Anthony & Noe Carmona Jr., Monica Carmona, Javier, Larry, Rene Arellano, Carlos Arellano & Jesus Alvarado. Uncles & Aunts Eva and Tilo Cabral, Jesus and Bertha Arellano, Alicia and Lorenzo Lomeli, Noe and Marisela Carmona, Carlos Arellano. Godmother Elsa Salas. Visitations will be from 3 to 9 pm on Wednesday March 21, 2001 with Rosary at 7:00 pm. Mass of the Resurrection will be said at 11:00 am Thursday March 22, 2001 at Santo Nino de Atocha Catholic Church with Father Joe Molina officiating. Pallbearers will be Jose Alberto Arellano, Tilo Cabral, Luis Lomeli, Carlos Arellano, Noe Carmona Jr. and Lorenzo Arellano. Honorary Pallbearers will be Jerry Lomeli, Fernando Clark, Annie Cabral, Luis Gabriel Cabral, Jesus Arellano, Fred Jimarez and Javier Arellano. Interment at Mount Carmel Cemetery. Funeral Arrangements By Mt. Carmel Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - March 20 2001

ASHLEY, SIDNEY,
88, passed away on Sunday, March 18, 2001. Mr. Ashley was a Veteran of the U.S. Army's 1st Cavalry Division and the 15th Cavalry during WWII. He was a Lower Valley farmer. Mr. Ashley is survived by his wife Cliftine Davis and his daughter Nancy Evelyn Ashley, and two sisters. A funeral service will be held at Martin Funeral Home East - Chapel on Wednesday, March 21, 2001 at 1:00 P.M. followed by burial at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 20 2001

CASAREZ, NATALIA
"NINI" 93, life long resident of El Paso, faithful member of Guardian Angel Catholic Church, born December 1, 1907, passed away March 18, 2001. Beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great great grandmother. Survivors include one daughter Mrs. Regina (Arturo) Reyes and one son, Mr. Ramon (Irene) Casarez, 6 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and 1 great great granddaughter. Pallbearers will be members of her family. You will always be remembered as our Mother. From now and forever you will look down upon us, as our Special Guardian Angel. You will live in our hearts forever. Visitation will be from 3 to 9 PM on Wednesday March 21, 2001. Rosary will be at 6 PM on Wednesday at La Paz Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will be Thursday morning at Guardian Angel Church. Followed by burial at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Funeral arrangements entrusted to La Paz Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - March 20 2001

HERNANDEZ, CARMEN G.
69, passed away Saturday, March 17, 2001 in a local hospital. She was a lifelong resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Hernandez was a retired certified nurse's assistant. She is survived by her husband, Salvador Granados. Children, Gabriel Carrillo, Martin Carrillo, Maria Teresa Bermudez, Lupe Curiel, Norma Ennis, Eugenia Bautista, Jessie Norris, Martha Moya, Elizabeth Carrillo, Melinda Carrillo, Rosa Garcia and Patsy Carrillo. 75 Grandchildren. 40 Great Grandchildren. Sister, Cecilia Lopez. Visitation will be Tuesday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home-Carolina Chapel. Recitation of the Rosary will be Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Wednesday at 10 a.m. at San Ignacio Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Eugenio Alegria, Carlos Moya, Fernando Enriquez, Tomas Garcia, Felix Tovar and Manuel Carrillo. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME, 1060 Carolina Drive, 598- 3332.
El Paso Times - March 20 2001

Natividad, Hernandez,
77, passed away Saturday, March 17, 2001 in El Paso, Texas. Mrs. Hernandez was a lifelong resident of El Paso, and a member of the Catholic Church. Survivors include her sons: Lorenzo Hernandez, Juan Hernandez, David Hernandez, Jose Hernandez, Roberto Hernandez, and Pedro Hernandez. Her daughters: Nellie Castro, Guadalupe Hernandez, Maria J. Rodriguez, Josefina Hernandez, and Graciela Hernandez. 30 Grandchildren and 11 Great Grandchildren. Brothers: Jose Cortez and Dionicio Cortez and sister, Rosa Cortez. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 20, 2001 at Sunset Funeral Home East. Recitation of the Rosary will be at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 20, 2001 Sunset Funeral Home-East Chapel. Mass of the Resurrection will be said at 11:45 a.m. on Wednesday, March 21, 2001 at San Jose Catholic Church. Members of her family will serve as pallbearers. Internment at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Services entrusted to SUNSET FUNERAL HOME-EAST. 750 N. Carolina Dr., El Paso, TX 79915 915/594-4424.
El Paso Times - March 20 2001

LUNA, EDUARDO
74, passed away Friday, March 16, 2001 in a local hospital. He was a resident of El Paso for 50 years and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Luna was a retired truck driver for Alenco Products. He was preceded in death by his sons, Armando Luna and Edward Luna, Jr. He is survived by his wife Hilaria Luna. Daughters, Rosalia Acosta, Sylvia Candelaria, Gloria I. Luna- Duran and Edna Ledesma. 13 Grandchildren and 6 Great Grandchildren. Brother, Enrique Luna. Sister, Dominga Hidalgo. Visitation will be Tuesday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home-Carolina Chapel. Recitation of the Rosary will be Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Little Flower Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be Wednesday at 9 a.m. at Little Flower Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Enrique Luna, Mario Luna, Eddie Luna III, Daniel Candelaria, Rene Luna, Armando Luna, Jr., Michael Murillo and Brian A. Ledesma. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME, 1060 Carolina Drive, 598- 3332
El Paso Times - March 20 2001

MEJIA, CARMEN
23 May 1948-16 Mar 2001 will be remembered for many things. She will be especially remembered for those things very dear to her. These included the love of for her family and work. She loved her family with unequalled love. Above all, she loved her son Hector Urrutia III, and her mother Guadalupe Mejia. Her son was the light of her life and the inspiration for all she did. She loved her mother deeply, and cared for her daily, from morning to night. The love of her work led her to work very hard. The work ethic she inherited from her father, Eufemio Mejia, lead her to love her career and to work with passion and complete dedication. It was evident she worked harder than anyone, at any endeavor she undertook. Carmen had the "ganas" to do her best in any task or challenge she was involved with, and thus fuilled her father's dream that his children become true professionals. At the California State University in Los Angeles, she was amongst the first Hispanic students to champion the rights of Chicanos in higher education. Upon leaving the university to join the workforce, she ascended quickly to a senior management position with the Mobile Corporation, where she was responsible for ensuring the timely supply of energy to the western United States. Carmen joined the Center for Environmental Resource Management (CERM) with the University of Texas at El Paso in 1990. She was promoted to Business Manager in 1991. At CERM, the university's largest resource center, she was responsible for all business and student support operations. She was a loyal and dedicated professional who was admired and respected throughout the university. Carmen was especially devoted to the hundreds of students she assisted daily at work and as a volunteer mentor. She gave generously of her time and talents by serving on numerous university committees and boards, and was a dynamic participant in staff activities. She was given the College of Engineering's highest honor as "Outstanding Employee", in 1995. Carmen was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by those whose lives she touched, especially her family, friends, and all people at UTEP. We thank the Lord GOD for the gift of Carmen, the cherished memories she left behind, and for welcoming her to His Kingdom. Carmen is survived by her Mother, Guadalupe Mejia, her son, Hector Urrutia III. Her brothers, Beatriz, Aurora, Felipe, Ruben, Victor Manuel Mejia and nieces, nephews and grandnieces and grand nephews. Visitation will be Tuesday March 20, 2001 at Sunset Funeral Home West Chapel of Remembrance from 4-9 PM with a Rosary at 7:00 PM. Funeral Mass will be on Wednesday March 21, 2001 at St. Matthew's Catholic Church at 1:00 PM. Arrangements by Sunset Funeral Home - West.
El Paso Times - March 20 2001

MORENO, ARTURO
77, passed away Friday, March 9, 2001. Memorial Service was 10 a.m., Sunday, March 18 at Sunset Funeral Home - East (750 N. Carolina Dr.). Interment was private. Survived by wife, Maria F. Moreno; sons, Ruben Moreno, Robert Moreno; daughters, Bertha Santana, Pat Moreno, Irma Moreno, Jennifer Moreno; 11 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren; brothers, Pablo Moreno, Rodoo Moreno; and sisters, Esther Moreno, Narcisca Alarcon. Preceded in death by: parents, Augustine & Alejandra P. Moreno. I need you Dad. I will always love you, miss you and need you always, always, always. Rest in peace always Beloved Father. Arrangements by SUNSET FUNERAL HOME - EAST.
El Paso Times - March 20 2001

RAMIREZ, ROGER OLIVARES
81, passed away on Saturday, March 17, 2001. He is preceded in death by his wife, Evangelina Ramirez; brother, Alberto Ramirez; and parents, Alberto L. & Carlotta O. Ramirez. He is survived by his son, Xavier Ramirez; daughter, Evangelina Ramirez; brothers, John Ramirez and Joe Ramirez, both of Modesto, Calif.; and sister, Carmen Hudnut of San Jose, Calif. He was born in Del Rio, Texas and served in the United States Army from 1942-1945 during which he was awarded several medals. He was a World War II veteran and retired from the City of El Paso. He was also employed by The Popular department store and Sunset Funeral Homes for several years. Visitation will be held from 1-9 p.m. Tuesday at SUNSET FUNERAL HOME- EAST, with a rosary at 7:30 p.m. in the Chapel of Remembrance. A funeral service will be held at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday also at SUNSET FUNERAL HOME-EAST. Interment will follow at 11 a.m. at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with military honors. Arrangements by: SUNSET FUNERAL HOME- EAST.
El Paso Times - March 20 2001

SMITH, FRANKLIN GLENN
passed away Wednesday, March 14, 2001 in El Paso. He had been a resident of El Paso since 1971. Mr. Smith was born in Pueblo, Colorado. He attended Pueblo Junior College, obtained his Bachelor's Degree from the University of Arizona, and performed graduate work at the University of Arizona. He served in the United States Army from 1944-1946. Preceded in death by his son, Franklin B. Smith, II. Mr. Smith is survived by his lovely wife, Mary Pauline Smith of El Paso, daughter Alison Diane Olson and grand daughter Amber Marie Olson, both of New Jersey. A 42-year veteran of the National Park Service, Frank was the first superintendent of Chamizal National Memorial. He began his Park Service career in 1948 as a Seasonal Park Archeologist at Mesa Verde. From there he worked as a Seasonal Park Naturalist for 4 summers at the Grand Canyon, Tumacacori National Monument, Arizona, Carlsbad Caverns National Park in New Mexico, Washington, D.C. as an Assistant to the Chief of Archeology. National Park Service, as a Regional Museum Curator in the Southwest Regional Office in Santa Fe, NM, Superintendent of Fort Davis National Historic Site, Ft. Davis, Texas and, finally, as the Superintendent of Chamizal National Memorial until 1990. He was awarded the Department of Interior Distinguished Service Award for 40 years of service. Mr. Smith was a Fellow of the Company of Military Historians, corresponding member of the Hispanic Society of America, member of the American Association of Museums, El Paso County Historical Society (where he received a distinguished service award), and spent 8 years on the council of the American Association of Museums. He also spent 5 years on the council on America's Abandoned Military Posts and had a 20-year association with the accreditation program of the American Association of Museums. He was a member of the Order of St. Barbara, the Field Artillery Patron Saint. Frank was also a member of and frequent speaker for the El Paso Corral of the Westerners. He was a respected military historian and loved nothing better than to perform military music for others. Most recently he spent his time working on the history of Chamizal National Memorial and various projects for the City of El Paso. Mr. Smith possessed a true love of nature, culture and history and devoted the majority of his life to the preservation of our heritage and education of others on our country's attibutes. His true love, though, was his beautiful wife, Mary Pauline whom he met while working at the Grand Canyon in Arizona. Theirs was a partnership that lasted a lifetime and he will be greatly missed by all. Memorial service will be held on Friday, March 23, 2001, at 2 p.m. at Harding Orr and McDaniel Funeral Home at 320 Montana Avenue, 533-1646. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Keystone Heritage Park, 4774 Doniphan Drive, El Paso, TX 79922. Telepone: 915- 581-7920.
El Paso Times - March 20 2001

Arellano, Maribel
I am the Resurrection and the Life, he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live, and who so ever liveth and believeth in me shall never die. John 11:25, 26 26, passed away Sunday March 18, 2001. She was a lifelong resient of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. She is preceded in death by her mother Magdalena Arellano. Survived by her father Jose Ramon Serrano Castro, her brother Jose Alberto Arellano, niece Celeste, common sister in law Monica Ruiz, ha sisters Lourdes, Suchae and Johana. Ha brother Jose Ramon. Also Survived by her Maternal grandparents Jesus & Tomasa Arellano. Paternal grandparents Mercedes Castro and Jose Ramon Serrano Vera. Cousins Luis Gabriel, Aileen & Annie Cabral, Luis Lorenzo, Jerry, Valerie & Vanessa Lomeli, Anthony & Noe Carmona Jr., Monica Carmona, Javier, Larry, Rene Arellano, Carlos Arellano & Jesus Alvarado. Uncles & Aunts Eva and Tilo Cabral, Jesus and Bertha Arellano, Alicia and Lorenzo Lomeli, Noe and Marisela Carmona, Carlos Arellano. Godmother Elsa Salas. Visitations will be from 3 to 9 pm on Wednesday 3/21/01 with Rosary at 7:00 pm at Mt. Carmel Funeral Home Chapel. Mass of the Resurrection will be said at 11:00 am Thursday March 22, 2001 at Santo Nino de Atocha Catholic Church with Father Joe Molina officiating. Pallbearers will be Jose Alberto Arellano, Tilo Cabral, Luis Lomeli, Carlos Arellano, Noe Carmona Jr. and Lorenzo Arellano. Honorary Pallbearers will be Jerry Lomeli, Fernando Clark, Annie Cabral, Luis Gabriel Cabral, Jesus Arellano, Fred Jimarez and Javier Arellano. Interment at Mount Carmel Cemetery. Funeral Arrangements By Mt. Carmel Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - March 21 2001

Biernacki, Zigmund P. Jr.
Lt. Col. (retired), 82, passed away Monday, March 19, 2001, and was a resident of El Paso since 1966. He was also a life member of the D.A.V. and retired after 29 years of service with the U.S. Army. Mr. Biernacki served in WWII, Korea and Vietnam. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Joan Biernacki; son, Richard Biernacki; daughters, Faith Salvatore and Barbara Rothblatt, three grandsons, William Archambeault, Michael and Paul Salvatore; brother, Joseph Biernacki and sister, Stella Vasnes. Visitation will be Wednesday, March 21st in Kaster- Maxon & Futrell Northeast Chapel, 8817 Dyer from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Funeral Service will be in Post Chapel #2 on Thursday, March 22nd at 9:30 a.m. with interment following in Fort Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 21 2001

Burns, Minnie Rebecca
passed away on March 18, 2001 after a brief illness. She was born in Killeen, Texas and spent her formative years in Lorenzo, Texas, where she recently celebrated her 90 birthday with family and friends. Mrs. Burns and her husband of 49 years spent many happy years throughout Texas and the New England area, followed by several decades living in Roswell and Ruidoso, moving to El Paso in 1973. She worked with Mountain States Telephone and Telegraph for many years; but her true love was being a wife to John A. Burns, who preceded her in death, and mother to Michael Burns and his wife Annette of Dallas and Michelle Propsner and her husband Roy of Ruidoso. She was particularly proud of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren Jacqueline Anne Burns of Dallas, Clinton Lee of Ruidoso, Jason Propsner of Atlanta, Marisa Propsner of Ruidoso, Peter Van Lee of Ruidoso and Michael Anne Burns of Dallas. While in Ruidoso, Minnie was a member of the First Christian Church, Lincoln County Extension Club and the Women's Club of Ruidoso. She loved to play bridge and was an active member of several clubs in El Paso, and was known to play a rousing game of poker with her many friends. She was also a member of the Northgate Christian Church at Yvette Avenue and Dyer in El Paso, to which she has asked her many friends to make a donation in lieu of flowers. Her services will be held at Northgate Christian Church on Wednesday, March 21st at 1:30 p.m., with a Ft. Bliss National Cemetery graveside service at 2:30 p.m., where she will join her beloved husband John. She will be greatly missed, but for all those who were blessed by her friendship, rest assured she is happy and at peace.
El Paso Times - March 21 2001

Butler, Bobbie Jean,
passed away Sunday, March 18, 2001. Lifelong resident of El Paso. She was a former Bank Teller at Bassett National Bank for 11 years and at the State National Bank for 5 years. She was a former member of the Ysleta Junior Womens Club, Rebekah Lodge #191, and the Eastern Star. Survived by husband James L. Butler, parents William and Louise Yeager, sons W.T. Russell III of Colorado, and Carl Douglas Butler of Maine, daughters Cynthia Louise Burson of Arizona, Kathryn Elizabeth Yearwood of Texas and Jimalee Dorthea of California, 5 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren and sisters June Hunt and Mary Biggins. Graveside Service will be held Thursday at l1:00 P.M. at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 21 2001

Ditch, Maria Del Carmen
73, passed away March 19, 2001. She was a lifelong resident of El Paso, Texas, She belonged to the Catholic Church. She is preceded in death by her husband Benjamine J. Ditch, her father Nicanor Rodriguez, her mother Marta Medrano, her stepfather Julian Medrano, and her sisters Carlota Gutierrez and Aurora Mireles. She is survived by her daughter Deborah L. Ditch, her sisters, Margarita Soto, Consuelo Niccum, and Jesusita Garcia, her brothers, Jesus M. Rodriguez, Pedro Rodriguez, Edmundo Medrano, Santiago Medrano, Julian Medrano and Ruben Medrano, grandchildren, Mandy Lynn Rubio and Jose Reyes Rivera, and two great grandchildren. Visitation will be Wednesday from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. with rosary at 7:30 p.m. at Mt. Franklin Funeral Home. Mass of Resurrection will be Thursday at 10:00 a.m. in Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Burial will be in Ft. Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 21 2001

Gilbert, Emma Lou
87, passed away Saturday, March 17, 2001 in Canonsburg, PA. Former resident of El Paso for 81 years. Preceded in death by husband Thomas Earl Gilbert, son Edwin Earl Gilbert, daughters Billie Landers and Emma Earline Gilbert. Survived by son Thomas David Gilbert of Canonsburg, PA, daughter Beverley Skov of Washington, PA, several grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren, and sisters Frances Byers of San Jose, CA and Ethel Kyle of Whispering Pines, NC. Mrs. Gilbert will lie in state Wednesday from 4:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Graveside service will be held Thursday at 11:30 A.M. at Evergreen East Cemetry, Rev. Dale Andrews officiating.
El Paso Times - March 21 2001

Hernandez Anne Hauser
died on March 16, 2001 at the age of 78. She is survived by her husband, Julio Hernandez, Jr., her daughter, Julianna Hernandez, her son, Walker Pruitt, her brother, Gideon Clay Hauser, Jr., 6 grandchildren and 1 great- grandson. She was born Anna Rue Hauser in Mount Airy, NC where she lived until she went away to college. She graduated from UNC Greensboro. After graduating she married her college sweetheart, Walker Pruitt, Sr. Walker was wounded in WWII and died two years after they were married. Anne returned to Mount Airy to teach high school after Walker's death in 1949. Five years later, Anne took a vacation that would change her life. While visiting her sister in the Panama Canal Zone she was offered a job with the Panama Canal Company. She accepted the offer and moved to Panama with her son. There she met Julio Hernandez, who she married in Korea in 1963. From 1963 - 1980 Anne moved with Julio from Korea to Virginia to Okinawa to El Paso to Panama (again) and finally back to El Paso. During this time she held several jobs in areas ranging from personnel to real estate to the EEOC. She retired from Panama Canal in 1980 having put in 16 years service with them, and returned to El Paso where she would spend the rest of her life. Anne filled her retirement with vacations all over the world, visits to friends and family and with activities that she had enjoyed her whole life, foremost among them playing duplicate bridge and knitting. She was active in the garden club and regularly attended University Presbyterian Church. A Memorial Service will be Thursday, March 22nd at 3 p.m. at University Presbyterian Church. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association.
El Paso Times - March 21 2001

JIMENEZ, RICARDO
88, passed away on Friday, March 16, 2001. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso, and was a member of St. Ignatius Catholic Church. He was retired from Southern Pacific Railroad after 42 years of service. He is survived by his loving wife of 69 years, Juana Jimenez; daughters, Connie Bonilla, Lorenza Hoglund, Dolores Hernandez, Frances Lucero and Ignacia Moncada; 25 grandchildren; 40 great grandchildren; brother, Abraham Jimenez. Visitation will be on Thursday, March 22, 2001 from 4:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. with the rosary service on Thursday, March 22, 2001 at 7:30 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home-Central. Funeral mass will be on Friday, March 23, 2001 at 12:30 P.M. at St. Ignatius Catholic Church. Pallbearers, Rudy Bonilla, Steve Lucero, Bobby Hoglund, Jr., Ricardo Hernandez, Jr., Ricardo Moncada and Benjamin Lucero. Honorary Pallbearer, Faustino Moncada, Tony Hoglund, Jaime Lucero and Mark Hernandez. Burial at Evergreen East Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 21 2001

Marquez, Daniel L.
74, passed away Monday, March 19, 2001. Resident of El Paso for 54 years. Survived by wife Elisa R. Marquez, sons Daniel R. Marquez, George R. Marquez, Raul S. Marquez, daughter Alicia M. Acosta, 12 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, brother Carlos Marquez and sister Ofelia Arellano. Mr. Marquez will lie in state Wednesday from 4:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Rosary Service will be held Wednesday at 7:00 P.M. at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held Thursday at 9:00 A.M. at Our Lady of the Light Catholic Church. Family members will serve as pallbearers. Burial will be at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 21 2001

MAIS, JOSEPHINE R.
82, passed away Monday, March 19, 2001. Lifelong resident of El Paso. Preceded in death by husband Charles Mais, and daughter Helen Mais. Survived by sons Joe M. Mais, Edward George Maise of San Antonio, Robert Matthew Mais of California, and Charles Mais, Jr. of Lubbock, TX, 10 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren. Mrs. Mais will lie in state Wednesday from 4:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Rosary Service will be held Wednesday at 7:30 P.M. at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held Thursday at 1:00 P.M. at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Joe, Edward, Robert, Charles, Al Gil, and Mark Mais. Burial at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 21 2001

MORENO MARIA L,
88, passed away March 13, 2001 in Prescott. Survived by daughters: Angela Herrera, Josefina Troneoso, Susie Alvarez, Mary Rodriguez, Rita Rubalcava, Maria Jaquez, Sons: Hilario Jaquez, Jose Jaquez, Hector Jaquez, Fernando Jaquez. Many grandchildren.
El Paso Times - March 21 2001

PAZ, LOUIE A.
73, passed away on Saturday, March 17, 2001. He is preceded in death by his parents, Aredo & Concha C. Paz. He is survived by his sons, Louie Paz Jr. and Michael Paz; daughters and their husbands, Mr. & Mrs. Mel Patterson, Mr. & Mrs. Ken Cureton, Mrs. Char Bradford; and Mr. & Mrs. Efrin Cruz; brother, Ared (Al) C. Paz Jr.; and sisters, Conchita Fernandez, Aurora Arellano, Josefine McVay and Mary Lou Samprano. He was a life- long El Paso resident and served in the United States Marine Corp. from 1945-1949 during World War II where he was awarded several medals. He served as a private first class during World War II. He was a professional bass player, former employee of Southern Union Gas and member of the Local #466 Union. Visitation will be held from 4-9 p.m. Thursday at SUNSET FUNERAL HOME- EAST, with a rosary at 7 p.m. in the Chapel of Remembrance. The Mass of the Ressurrection will be said at 9:45 a.m. Friday at San Jose Catholic Mission. Interment will follow at 11 a.m. at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with military honors. Fred Jo McVay, Manny Fernandez Jr., Hector Sambrano, Juan Meraz, Joe Aguirre and Alex Lopez will serve as pallbearers. Arrangements by: Sunset Funeral Home-East.
El Paso Times - March 21 2001

RAMIREZ SALOMON,
27, passed away Monday, March 19, 2001. Life time resident of El Paso, Texas. He is survived by his parents Cipriano and Teodora Ramirez, his children Sebastian and Gianna Ramirez, Brother Cipriano Ramirez Jr. Sisters: Teresa Ramirez, Sofia Smith, Casandra Ramirez, Pamela Tapia, and Graciela Domeneck. Visitation will be Thursday from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with rosary at 7:00 p.m. at El Paso Mission Funeral Home. Funeral mass will be Friday at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Interment will be at Mount Carmel Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Roman Rodarte, Michael Tapia, Isaac Domeneck, Gerardo Sifuentes, Daniel Sifuentes, and Cipriano Ramirez Jr. Devoted son, brother, father and friends, todos los que lo conocemos le pedimos a Dios que descanse entre los angeles. Arrangements by El Paso Mission Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - March 21 2001

Ramos, Maria Luisa
80, passed away Monday, March 19, 2001. Visitation: 4-9 pm Wednesday with Rosary: 7:30 pm, SUNSET FUNERAL HOME- EAST, Chapel of Peace. Mass: 1 pm Thursday, San Antonio Catholic Church. Interment: Evergreen East Cemetery. Survived by: sons, Juan Jose Ramos, George Ramos; daughters, Bertha Alice Becera, Sandra Martinez, Elsa Martinez; 17 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren; brother, Carlos Almanza. Preceded in death by: husband, Juan Ramos; parents, Jesus & Refugio G. Almanza. Arrangements by: SUNSET FUNERAL HOME-EAST.
El Paso Times - March 21 2001

SOSA,SABINA R.
a longtime resident of El Paso, passed away 03-19-2001. She was 94. Surviving children, Juan, Margie, Francis, Martha and Lorenzo. Her rosary was at Funeral La Paz. Mass will be on Wednesday, March 21, 2001 at San Felipe de Jesus Church located in Socorro at 401 Passmore Road at 10 a.m. Burial the same day at Mt. Carmel Cemetery at 12 p.m.
El Paso Times - March 21 2001

DUNIGAN, AGNES
departed this life for her spiritual reward at the age of 95 on March 19, 2001, in the loving embrace of one of her daughters Patricia Ann Marr. She is also survived by two of her other children, Mary Agnes Bynum of Tucson, Arizona, and Thomas L. Dunigan of Santa Fe, New Mexico. Another son, Joseph L. Dunigan, Jr., predeceased her on June 15, 1995. Her progeny and familial relations include five grandchildren: Kathleen Bynum of Dallas, Texas, Jennifer Tighe and husband James of Phoenix, Arizona, Christopher Bynum and wife Rene of Houston, Texas, Joel Marr and wife Teresa of El Paso, Texas, Thomas L. Dunigan, Jr., a student at Boston College; and her daughter-in- law, Barbara L. Dunigan, with whom she shared a very loving, tender and abiding friendship. Agnes was also blessed with two great grandchildren Alex and Erica Tighe. Agnes was born on July 23, 1905, in Park Falls, Wisconsin, the daughter of an immigrant lumberjack, Max Kilger, and his wife, Helena. Following secondary school, she studied nursing in St. Paul, Minnesota, and graduated as a registered nurse in 1927. Following graduation from nursing school, in the company of other young angels of mercy, she journeyed to Tucson, Arizona at the age of 21 to care for the sick in a tuberculosis sanatorium. While in Tucson, she met Joseph L. Dunigan, a law student at the University of Arizona. Joe and Agnes settled in El Paso, Texas in 1933 with Joe practicing under the tutelage of Tom Lea, Sr., and Agnus caring for many prominent El Pasoans, including United States District Judge Edgar Boynton, as a private duty nurse. Joe died on April 26, 1975, but now, on the Feast of St. Joseph, they are united again forever more. Agnes Dunigan was a woman of great religious faith that manifested in compassion, tenderness and care for others. These qualities are as important for the welfare of mankind as are the scientific and technological achievements that spanned her long life. Visitation will be held from 4 P.M. until 7 P.M. Friday, March 23, 2001, at Martin Funeral Home West, where the Rosary will be recited at 7:00 P.M. A funeral mass will be celebrated at 10:30 A.M., Saturday, March 24, 2001 at St. Matthew's Catholic Church, 400 West Sunset with Father Juventino Celino officiating. Interment will follow at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 22 2001

FLETCHER, CHARLES
"CHUCK" 70, passed away Tuesday, March 20, 2001 in El Paso. He was born in Bainbridge, New York to Forrest and Lena Fletcher. Mr. Fletcher joined the U.S. Army where he served for 20 years and retired as SFC. He was remembered in the 60'sas the NCO Club Manager at Fort Bliss providing great family entertainment for all. Chuck was a member in the Southwest Quarter Horse Association. He was twice Past Master of Masonic Fraternity 320 in scottish Rite and Past Worthly Patron 3 times in Ysleta OES 991. After his military retirement he also worked for the El Paso City and County Health Dept. He served on El Paso County Water Improvement District and on many projects. Chuck is survived by his wife, Grace Fletcher. Children, Betty Jean DeWitt and husband Rick, Barbara Trussell and husband Larry, Danny Fletcher and wife Renee and Dale Fletcher. 7 Grandchildren and 6 Great Grandchildren. Visitation will be Thursday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina Chapel. Funeral service will be Friday at 12 noon at Hillcrest Chapel. Chuck was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. He had many friends that cared for him during his illness. He never met a stranger, he was always loving and friendly to everyone he met. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society and to the Masonic Home and School or Scottish Rites Childrens Hospital in Houston, Texas. Interment will be in Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CAROLINA DRIVE 598-3332
El Paso Times - March 22 2001

JOHNSON, SUSIE
86, passed away Tuesday, March 20, 2001. Susie was a member of Holy Spirit Episcopal Church, a former San Elizario elementary school teacher and a retired education counselor at Fort Bliss. She was a long time supporter and enthusiast of local theater, arts and charities. Susie also traveled the world extensively. Preceded in death by her husband, Major Stanley J. Magusiak. Survivors include her son, Alan S. Magusiak, daughter, Helen Gail Magusiak, daughter- in-law, Dee Dee Gundersen and granddaughter, Erin Lea Magusiak. Visitation will be March 22, 2001 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Sunset Funeral Home-Northeast located at 4631 Hondo Pass. Funeral service will be on March 23, 2001 at Holy Spirit Episcopal Church at 8:30 AM. Father Peter Turner will officiate. Burial will be at Fort Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 22 2001

Overson, Max Stanley
49, passed away Sunday, March 18, 2001 in El Paso. He was a resident of El Paso for 25 years. Mr. Overson was a plumber. He is survived by his wife, Magdalena Overson. Son, Max Stanley Overson, Jr. Daughter, Tammy Teupell. Step- son, Nicholas Harley Herrera. Grand children, Bryanna Teupell and Shantell Teupell, Selena Overson and Eugene Overson. Brothers, Wyman Overson, Tom Overson, Joe Overson and Sam Overson. Sister, Sally Overson Davies. Visitation will be Friday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina Chapel. Prayer Service will be Friday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Service will be Saturday at 9 a.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Pallbearers will be Mario Erives, Fernando Vallejo, Roberto Hernandez, Ramon Madero, Benito Portillo, and Pedro Fernando Colin. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CAROLINA DRIVE 598-3332
El Paso Times - March 22 2001

PADILLA, MARIA CONCEPCION
91, passed away Tuesday, March 20, 2001. Resident of El Paso for 31 years. Survived by daughter Evelia Tahuahua and son-in-law Nicolas Tahuahua, sons Arturo and Servando Padilla, 19 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren and 5 great great grandchildren. Mrs. Padilla will lie in state Thursday from 4:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Rosary Service will be held Thursday at 7:00 P.M. at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held Friday at 9:30 A.M. at St. Pius X Catholic Church. Family members will serve as pallbearers. Burial at Mt. Carmel Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 22 2001

RINCON, PEDRO
75, passed away on Monday, March 19, 2001. Life long resident of El Paso, TX. Retired from El Paso Electric Co. after 44 yrs. service. He is survived by his loving children Pedro Rincon Jr., Irma Salcido, Rodolfo Rincon, David Rincon, Ricardo Rincon, Chula Vista, San Diego, Fernando Rincon, 17 grandchildren, 24 great granchildren. Funeral mass will be Thursday March 22, 2001 at 10:00 am at St. Ignatius Catholic Church. Burial at Mt. Carmel Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 22 2001

STRUEMPLER, KATHERINE
83, passed away at a local nursing home, March 19, 2001, after suffering a severe stroke on February 2, 2001. She is preceded in death by two sons, Robert Edward Williams and Delvin Struempler. She is survived by her husband, Elmer Struempler, two sons Ray Williams and his wife Vickie of Albuquerque, NM and Richard Struempler and his wife Geri of Tokyo, Japan, 10 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren, 7 great great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. In her earlier life she was active in work at Our Savior Lutheran Church and the Alta Vista Opti-Mrs. Club, having served as President of that organization. Funeral Service will be held at 9:00 AM Friday at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 10200 Album Ave., with Rev. David Bergman officiating. Mrs. Struempler will lie in state Thursday from 4:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Martin Funeral Home Central. Burial in Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to a Memorial Fund, in her name, at Our Savior Lutheran Church or a charity of your choice. Evelyne R. Watson, 83, passed away Monday, March 19, 2001 in a local hospital. She was a resident of El Paso since 1948. Mrs. Watson hosted a TV Show in the early 1950 for KROD and co-hosted "Mature Living" on KCOS in the 1990's. She was a volunteer worker for the Vista Hills Hospital and the East Side Police Station. Mrs. Watson was a retired accountant. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hamilton C. Watson in 1973 and is survived by her daughters, Sandra Watson Myers and Faye Watson Brown. 4 Grandchildren and 6 Great Grandchildren. Visitation will be Thursday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina Chapel. Graveside Service will be Friday at 1 p.m. at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Interment will be in Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CAROLINA DRIVE, 598-3332
El Paso Times - March 22 2001

BOYD, JOY
passed away March 15, 2001. Joy was born in Palestine, TX, maiden name, Plema Joy Cockrell, she married Bill Boyd in 1947. She spent her adult life in West Texas, 35 years in El Paso. Upon retirement she and husband, Bill traveled, seeing the country for several years. They settled in the Sulphur Springs Valley of southeastern Arizona and developed a small ranch known as Sulphur Springs Valley Angus Farm. They have lived in this area near Sunsites since October, 1995. Husband Bill died August 14, 2000. Joy enjoyed being a volunteer for the library and newspaper. She is survived by five children: Linda Boyd of Colorado Springs, CO, Sherra McClure of Littlefield, TX, Cathy Click of Plant City, FL, Belvalyn Cook of Bakersfield, CA and Jake Boyd of Gilroy, CA; eight grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and one sister. There will be no services or flowers. Donations in Joy's memory can be made to: Charles W. Leighton, Jr. Hospice, Inc., 2280 N. Curtis, Wilcox, AZ 85643 or Sunsites Community Library, P.O. Box 374, 210 Ford Rd., Pearce, AZ 85625.
El Paso Times - March 23 2001

Conley, Maggie Mae
age 78 of Eden passed away on March 20, 2001. Services will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, March 24, 2001 in the First United Methodist Church in Eden. Arrangements through the Eden Funeral Home. Survivors are: 3 sons, Hayden Gilbreath of Fredricksburg, Va., Glenn Gilbreath of Austin and Jerry Gilbreath of Cedar Creek. 2 Daughters: Barbara Thompson of El Paso and Sandy Mach of Pear Valley. 2 Step- sons, John Conley of Oklahoma and Pat Conley of Oklahoma. 9 Grandchildren and 14 Great-Grandchildren.
El Paso Times - March 23 2001

HERNANDEZ, RUBEN,
66, passed away Wednesday, March 21, 2001. Longtime resident of El Paso. He served in the Korean Conflict in the US Navy and he retired from the Southern Union Gas Company after 32 years of service. Survived by wife Carmen Hernandez, son Arturo Hernandez, daughters Gloria Echavarria and Carmen Miranda, 7 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, and brother Arturo Hernandez. Mr. Hernandez will lie in state Sunday from 4:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Prayer Service will be Sunday at 6:00 P.M. at Martin Chapel. Pallbearers will be son- in-law Salvador Echavarria, grandson Aaron Diaz and his cousins. Graveside Service will be held Monday at 1:00 P.M. at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with military honors. He was a loving father to all, and he will be greatly missed.
El Paso Times - March 23 2001

LATIMER, JOAN
64, passed away Tuesday, March 20, 2001 in El Paso and was a resident for 40 years. Joan retired as a LVN Nurse. She is survived by her husband, Houston; 5 children, Janeen Franciamore and Cindy Pratt both of Lubbock, TX, Cheryl Johnson, Terry Campbell and Dave Latimer all of El Paso. Mee Maw was the loving grandmother of 9 grandchildren. Visitation will be held from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, March 23rd in Martin Funeral Home East. Funeral Service will be 9:00 a.m. Saturday, March 24th in Martin Funeral Home East Chapel with Pastor Sam Faronie officiating. Entombment will be in Evergreen East Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 23 2001

CONCEPCION, MARIA
91, passed away Tuesday, March 20, 2001. Resident of El Paso for 31 years. Survived by daughter Evelia Tahuahua and son-in-law Nicolas Tahuahua, sons Arturo and Servando Padilla, 19 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren and 5 great great grandchildren. Mrs. Padilla laid in state Thursday from 4:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Rosary Service was held Thursday at 7:00 P.M. at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held Friday at 9:30 A.M. at St. Pius X Catholic Church. Family members will serve as pallbearers. Burial at Mt. Carmel Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 23 2001

WAGNER, MYRTLE OZINE
66, passed away Wednesday March 21, 2001. Born in Lessley, Mississippi on March 1, 1935, she attended and graduated from Southern University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana with a Bachelors Degree in Business/Commerce. She had been a resident of El Paso since 1960 and was a compassionate and devoted wife, mother and homemaker. Preceded in death by her husband Theo Joseph Wagner, Sr. Her survivors include daughters and sons in law Thea and Emil Chambers of Horizon City, Toni and Randy Hegstrom of Phoenix, AZ, Zina Thompson of El Paso; son Theo Joseph Wagner Jr. of Dallas, TX and grandson Zachary Thompson. Pallbearers include Theo Joseph Wagner Jr., Zachary Thompson, Osmond Emil Chambers, Joseph Lawson, David Schmidt and Marvin Bowen. Funeral services will be held Saturday March 24, 2001 at Post Chapel #2 at Ft. Bliss at 11:00 A.M. Services will be followed by entombment at Evergreen East Mausoleum.
El Paso Times - March 23 2001

ZEPEDA, RAUL
81, passed away Wednesday, March 21, 2001 in El Paso. He was a longtime resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Zepeda was a retired tailor in the clothing industry. He was preceded in death by his wife, Candelaria Zepeda. Mr. Zepeda is survived by his sons, Manuel Zepeda and Ramon C. Zepeda. Daughters, Carmen B. Sotelo, Mary Salazar and Rosalinda Mata. 15 Grandchildren and 9 Great Grandchildren. Brother, David Zepeda. Visitation will be Friday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina Chapel. Recitation of the Rosary will be Friday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Saturday at 8:45 a.m. at San Antonio Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Manuel Zepeda, Ramon Zepeda, Jesus Sotelo, Humberto Salazar, Seymour House, Mike Vasquez and Danny Sotelo. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CAROLINA DRIVE, 598-3332.
El Paso Times - March 23 2001

BUTTERWORTH, MARY BYRD
passed away Thursday, March 22, 2001. She had been an El Paso resident since 1942. She was born in Newport News, Virginia. Member of the Episcopal Church, Board of St. Clements Episcopal School, Sunday school teacher, volunteer at the Bargain Box. She had attended Hollins College and was a substitute teacher for 20 years with the El Paso Independent School District. Preceded in death by her husband Hughes Butterworth. Survivors include her daughters Molly Tipton and Elizabeth Seckler; sons Hughes Butterworth, Jr., George Butterworth & John Butterworth; 17 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Monday 10:00 AM at Pro Cathedral Church of St. Clement with the Rev. Bill Francis and Deacon Tom Tackett officiating. Grandsons will be pallbearers. Interment to follow at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to a favorite charity.
El Paso Times - March 24 2001

ESTRADA, RAYMUNDO
50, passed away on Wednesday, March 21, 2001. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. He is survived by his daughter, Rebecca Estrada; parents, Ricardo and Raquel Estrada; grandson, Carlitos Guerrero; brothers, Eduardo and Ernesto Estrada; sisters, Beatrice Macias and Ofelia Montes. Visitation will be on Sunday, March 25, 2001 from 4:00 P.M. until 9 P.M. with the rosary service at 7:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home - Central Chapel. Funeral mass will be on Monday, March 26, 2001 at 9:15 A.M. at Santo Nino De Atocha Catholic Church. Pallbearers, Tony Hernandez, Carlos Guerrero, Eduardo Estrada, Raul Montes, Ernesto Estrada, Nick Macias, Armando Barcena and Freddie Soto. Honorary pallbearer, Louie Diaz and Tony Gutierrez. Burial in Mt. Carmel Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 24 2001

EUBANKS, DAVID E.
71, of Carlsbad, New Mexico and formerly of El Paso, Texas, passed away Thursday, March 22, 2001 at his home. Funeral Services will be Saturday, March 24, 2001, 11:00 AM, at Church Street Church of the Nazarene with Pastor Ed Kneeland officiating. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery, Carlsbad, New Mexico. Denton- Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. He worked for 35 years for the Southern Pacific Railroad. Survivors: Wife: Ann Eubanks. 5 Daughters: Karen Eastman, DeeAnn McLaughlin, Susan Eubanks, Carol Eubanks, Katherine Partida. 6 Grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to Vista Hospice Care Foundation, 601 North Canal Street, Carlsbad, New Mexico 88220.
El Paso Times - March 24 2001

FRANZEN, ROSE V.
85, passed away Thursday, March 22, 2001. Longtime resident of El Paso and member of Y-Knots First Presbyterian Church. She was born in Oshkosh, WI and she moved to El Paso in 1958. She retired as a School Teacher from Hughey Elementary School after 25 years of service. Preceded in death by husband Lawrence C. Franzen and daughter Katherine A. Zarter. Survived by her son- in-law Ronald R. Zarter, grandchildren Peter M. Zarter and Paula K. Wilson and great grandchildren Diane Wilson and Justin Wilson. Mrs. Franzen will lie in state Saturday from 10:00 A.M. until 1:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Graveside Service will be held Saturday 2:00 P.M. at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. pu,logol,7 2650 pu,obit GALINDO RENE GALINDO, 70, passed away Tuesday, March 20, 2001. Born in El Paso February 6, 1931. He attended local schools and the University of Texas at El Paso. He was preceded in death by both parents, Mr. and Mrs. Miguel Galindo and one sister, Elva Ahner also of El Paso. Survivors include his sisters, Carlotte Schramm and Margaret Salcido. Also long time friend Mr. Bill Pervey from California. Funeral and prayer service will be held at 9:00 A.M. March 26, 2001 at Sunset Funeral Home located at 4631 Hondo Pass. Brother Joe Guerra will officiate. Burial will be at Fort Bliss National Cemetery at 11:00 A.M. Pallbearers will be, Jim Schramm Jr., Jerry Schramm, Jim Ahner, Bobby Rowe and Bill Pervey. pu,logol,16 2870 pu,obit GONZALEZ Vincent G. (Chente) Gonzalez, passed away Wednesday, March 14. A private service has been held by Mission Funeral Home. Survived by wife Maria Gonzalez and 3 sons, 16 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren. Burial was at Montana East Evergreen.
El Paso Times - March 24 2001

KEETER, GLEN
70, a long time El Paso resident, passed away March 21, 2001. Mr. Keeter owned B&H Refrigeration for 26 years. He was a veteran in the United States Army and served during the Korean Conflict. Glen's family and numerous wonderful friends will miss him greatly. Glen was a member of the Anthony Church of Christ where he led the congregational singing. His faith and family were the most important things to him. He is survived by his wife of 49 years Yvonda Keeter; they would have celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary this June. He is also survived by his son, Steven Glen Keeter and wife Dawn; daughters, Donna Stewart and Cheryl Thornton and husband Ken; brother Wayne Keeter; sisters, Leta Mae Lawson and Louise Hampton; 12 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Visitation will be held from 3 P.M. until 5 P.M. Sunday, March 25, 2001, at Martin Funeral Home West. The funeral service will be held at 12:15 P.M., Monday, March 26, 2001 at the Anthony Church of Christ, with Minister Yates Folk officiating. Pallbearers Wayne Keeter, Bill Cheney, David Gomez, Bill Carson, Dick Griswold, J.P. Jones, and Ray Harris. Burial will follow at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with military honors. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Anthony Church of Christ for the Library. pu,logol,7 2649 pu,obit LATIMER JOAN LATIMER, 64, passed away Tuesday, March 20, 2001 in El Paso and was a resident for 40 years. Joan retired as a LVN Nurse. She is survived by her husband, Houston; 5 children, Janeen Franciamore and Cindy Pratt both of Lubbock, TX, Cheryl Johnson, Terry Campbell and Dave Latimer all of El Paso. Mee Maw was the loving grandmother of 9 grandchildren. Visitation was held from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, March 23rd in Martin Funeral Home East. Funeral Service will be 9:00 a.m. Saturday, March 24th in Martin Funeral Home East Chapel with Pastor Sam Faronie officiating. Entombment will be in Evergreen East Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 24 2001

Robinson, Charles O.
69, passed away March 20, 2001 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was born in Melvin, Texas on February 8, 1932. Mr. Robinson served in the U.S. Army overseas during the Korean Conflict. He was also a dedicated teacher and coach. He retired from the Ysleta Independent School District and spent much of his retirement years living in Santo Tomas, Chihuhua where he was a rancher and farmer. Mr. Robinson is survived by his beloved wife of 42 years, Edelmira Robinson. Sons, Charles Robinson of Jacksonville, Arkansas and Scott Robinson of El Paso, Texas. Daughters, Wanda Garcia of Albuquerque, New Mexico and Latricia Robinson of El Paso, Texas. Grandchildren, Clarissa Robinson, Tanya Robinson, Darlene Robinson, Bridgett Robinson, Ruben Garcia and Crystal Robinson. Sister, Faye Collins of Brady, Texas. Visitation will be Sunday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina Chapel. Recitation of the Rosary will be Sunday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Monday at 9:15 A.M. at Cristo Rey Catholic Church. Family members will serve as pallbearers. Interment will be in Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CAROLINA DRIVE, 598-3332.
El Paso Times - March 24 2001

ROLES, JAMES H.
80, passed away Wednesday, March 21, 2001 in a local hospital. Resident of El Paso for 40 years. He was a Fireman and he retired from Civil Service after 20 years of service. Preceded in death by wife Jessie Marie Roles. Survived by step son, nieces and nephews, step grandchildren, and a host of friends at the Palasides Retirement Community. Mr. Roles will lie in state Sunday from 12:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Rosary Service will be held Sunday 6:30 P.M. at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held Monday at 1:00 P.M. at St. Patrick's Cathedral. Family will be serve as pallbearers. Burial at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 24 2001

Stewart, J.O. Sr.,
88, passed away in his home on Thursday, March 22, 2001. A resident of El Paso for over 70 years, J.O. was one of 11 children of a pioneer family. He and his brothers and sisters were active in business, church and community affairs for many many years. He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, J.O. and Marlene Stewart, Jr. of El Paso; his daughter and son-inlaw, Jan and David Gentry of Dallas, Texas; grandson and his wife, James O. and Chia Stewart III; brother, Frank D. Stewart and sister, Olive Yeager all of El Paso. Memorial Service will be 4:00 p.m. Monday, March 26th in Ford Chapel in the First Baptist Church with Dr. Levi Price, Jr. officiating. Burial will be private. Memorial Contributions may be made to Lydia Patterson Institute and Cal Farley's Boys Ranch, P.O. Box 1890, Amarillo, TX, 79174.
El Paso Times - March 24 2001

HAYES, EVELYN YARBROUGH
82, passed away March 22, 2001. She was born in Lindale, TX on June 26, 1918. Evelyn and her husband Jack moved from Tyler to El Paso in 1956 where they became involved in home building and remodeling. Evelyn later worked for the Ysleta Independent School District from which she eventually retired. She was a democratic precinct judge for over 40 years, and was recognized by the Democratic Party of El Paso for her many years dedicated service to the party. Evelyn was preceded in death by her husband T.L. "Jack" Hayes. She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Jack and Erika Hayes, William and Lucy Hayes, and her daughter Becki Hayes; grandchildren, Jack Howard Hayes, Lanett Dennis, William Hayes, Shelbi Barnhouse, Oscar Hayes, and Greg Hayes; 5 great- grand children; and a brother, Wayne Yarbrough. Graveside services will be held at 12:00 noon on Monday, March 26, 2001 at Restlawn Cemetery at 8700 Dyer.
El Paso Times - March 25 2001

GONZALES, GUADALUPE
64, passed away Thursday March 22, 2001 in a local hospital. She had been a life long resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Miss Gonzales was a retired R.E. Thomason General Hospital secretary with over 29 years of service. She was preceded in death by her father Luis Gonzales. Survivors mother Mrs. Tomasa Gonzales; sisters: Elena Gonzales and Mary Rodriguez and husband Robert. Brother Manuel Gonzales and wife Magdalena. Nieces and nephews: Cathy Correa and husband Art, Cynthia Beltran, Christine Morales, Luis Gonzales and wife Norma, David Gonzales and wife Lucy. Grand nieces and nephews: Aaron Beltran, Jackie and Alexa Correa, Jason Morales, Christian Lucero, Chelsea and Crystal Gonzales and Karina Gonzales. Visitation will be Monday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home Carolina. Recitation of the rosary will be Monday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest chapel. Funeral mass will be Tuesday at 10 a.m. at Little Flower Catholic Church. Family members will serve as pallbearers. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina 598-3332
El Paso Times - March 25 2001

PUMPUTIS, ALBERT JOHN
76, passed away Wednesday, March 21, 2001. He is survived by his wife Frieda E. Pumputis, daughters Barbara Dierickx and son-in-law Stephen, Susan Bertrand and son-in-law Larry,; four grand children Anna Bickel, Elizabeth Dierickx, Patrick Dierickx, Margaret Bertrand; sister, Sophie Michaloski; niece, Florence Carbonnean; great niece, Janeth Jones. Mr. Pumputis was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan in 1924 to Michael and Mary Pumputis. He was a World War II veteran in the 8th Air Force. Mr. Pumputis graduated from Michigan State University with a bachelors degree in Civil Engineering, he was also retired from A.O. Smith Water Products. A memorial mass will be held on Tuesday, March 27, 2001 at 9:30 a.m. in Saint Luke's Catholic Church, located at 930 East Redd Rd. Father John Peters will officiate. Honorary pallbearers will be Stephen Dierickx, Larry Bertrand, Jerry McAnarney, Robert Schlak, James Carbonnean, Vince DeMarino, Ray Ralph, Robert Deron, and Thad Steele. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Saint Luke's Catholic Church building fund in Mr. Albert John Pumputis' honor. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home West.
El Paso Times - March 25 2001

SANCHEZ, ELVIRA
73, passed away Thursday, March 22, 2001. Lifelong resident of El Paso and an active member of Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church. She retired from Southwestern Bell Company after 25 years of service. Preceded in death by father Luis T. LeRoy and brother Luis LeRoy. Survived by husband of 53 years Abraham Sanchez, mother Guadalupe Lopez, son David E. Sanchez and wife Martina, daughter Bonnie Sanchez, grandchildren Antonio Rodriguez, Courtney Castro, and Cristina Sanchez, brother Ernesto LeRoy and sisters Susan Cone, Julie DeGunia, Esther Granado and Mary Lou LeRoy. Mrs. Sanchez will lie in state Monday from 4:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Rosary Service will be held Monday at 7:00 P.M. at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held Tuesday at 12:00 Noon at Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be David Sanchez, Manny Zolorzano, Ricky Vargas, Antonio Rodriguez, Victor Granado, and Ray Garcia. Honorary pallbearers will be Herb Mendoza, Ernesto LeRoy and Ralph DeGunia. Burial at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 25 2001

HALL, AGNES EZELIA BIDAULT
79, passed away Friday, March 23, 2001. She was a resident of El Paso since 1954 and a member of O.E.S. #1100 Wallace Hughston. She is survived by her three sons, Garnett E. Hall, Jr., of El Paso, TX; Edward Lee Hall of El Paso, TX; Stephen G. Hall of Austin, TX; three daughters, Ivagene H. Baxley of Huntsville, AL; Ruth H. Smith of El Paso, TX; Kathy H. Courtois of Tacoma, Wash.; son-in-law, George A. Baxley of Huntsville, AL; one daughter-in-law, Sherri H. Hall; one granddaughter, Victoria Ashlee Hall of El Paso, TX; and two sisters, Nellie B. Ridgeway of Sumter, SC; and Eugenia B. Lyons of Tampa, FL. Visitation will be Monday from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. in Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Northeast Chapel, 8817 Dyer. Funeral service will be at 1:30 p.m. in the funeral home on Tuesday with Rev. Tom Broom officiating. Interment will follow in Fort Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 25 2001

STEWART, J.O. Sr.,
88, passed away in his home on Thursday, March 22, 2001. A resident of El Paso for over 70 years, J.O. was one of 11 children of a pioneer family. He and his brothers and sisters were active in business, church and community affairs for many many years. He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, J.O. and Marlene Stewart, Jr. of El Paso; his daughter and son-inlaw, Jan and David Gentry of Dallas, Texas; grandson and his wife, James O. and Chia Stewart III; brother, Frank D. Stewart and sister, Olive Yeager all of El Paso. Memorial Service will be 4:00 p.m. Monday, March 26th in Ford Chapel in the First Baptist Church with Dr. Levi Price, Jr. officiating. Burial will be private. Memorial Contributions may be made to Lydia Patterson Institute and Cal Farley's Boys Ranch, P.O. Box 1890, Amarillo, TX, 79174.
El Paso Times - March 25 2001

CISNEROS, MAYBELLE LEASE
74, passed away on March 19, 2001, in El Paso, Texas. A long time resident of El Paso, she is survived by Alton L. Snyder of Las Cruces; her brother, Edwin Lease of Albuquerque, NM; son John W. Cisneros, Sr., of El Paso; daughter Patricia Cisneros Nasser of Palmdale, CA; Joy Cisneros Haan of El Paso; and five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She was born in Newcomerstown, Ohio, on September 9, the daughter of Walter Putnam Lease and Lura Chapman Lease. Her sisters Rachel L. Baum of Cincinnati, Ohio and Marjorie Drovdahl of El Paso preceded her in death. Mrs. Cisneros donated her remains to the Texas Tech Medical School in Lubbock, Texas. A family and friend memorial celebration will be held at her home in Las Cruces on April 21, 2001. Donations may be made in her memory to the Candlelighters of El Paso or to the American Cancer Society. For further information about the memorial or donations, please call 755-8315.
El Paso Times - March 25 2001

COX, WADE R.
94, and a long time resident of El Paso, passed away, Tuesday, March 20, 2001. Mr. Cox retired from Mountain States Telephone Company in 1971. He is survived by his wife Edith Cox, sister-in- law Mary Jay, brother-in-law Tom Harrison and his wife Geri Harrison, sister-in-law Dolores Harrison, and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, March 27, 2001 at 10:00 A.M. at Martin Funeral Home West. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made to your favorite charity.
El Paso Times - March 25 2001

GALINDO, RENE
70, passed away Tuesday, March 20, 2001. Born in El Paso February 6, 1931. He attended local schools and the University of Texas at El Paso. He was preceded in death by both parents, Mr. and Mrs. Miguel Galindo and one sister, Elva Ahner, also of El Paso. Survivors include his sisters, Carlotte Schramm and Margaret Salcido. Also long time friend Mr. Bill Pervey from California. Funeral and prayer service will be held at 9:30 A.M. March 26, 2001 at Sunset Funeral Home located at 4631 Hondo Pass. Brother Joe Guerra will officiate. Burial will be at Fort Bliss National Cemetery at 11:00 A.M. Pallbearers will be, Jim Schramm Jr., Jerry Schramm, Jim Ahner, Bobby Rowe and Bill Pervey.
El Paso Times - March 25 2001

HODGE, MARIE ROSE
75, passed away on Wednesday, March 21, 2001. She was a long time resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Hodge was preceded in death by her husband Ellman Hodge. She is survived by her brother Robert and her sisters Jeanne Hatten and Helene Wolford. A graveside service to be held at 9:00 A.M. on Monday, March 26, 2000, followed by burial at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 25 2001

SALINAS, JESUS Q.
63 passed away Wednesday March 21, 2001. He was a long time resident of Seattle, Washington. Mr. Salinas was a graduate of St. Mary School in Marfa, Texas and Marfa High School. He served in the U.S. Navy for 8 years and retired from the U.S. Navy Reserve. He received his Teaching Degree from the Washington University. Mr. Salinas graduated from Shoreline University in Seattle as a registered nurse and was employed at the Children's Medical Center as a registered nurse in Seattle, Washington. Survivors sisters: Juanita Hernandez, Emma Chavez, Aurora Campos and Maria Rosa Flores. Brothers: Patricio Salinas and Eduardo Salinas. Mass of the Resurrection will be Tuesday at 5 p.m. at St. Raphael Catholic Church. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina 598- 3332
El Paso Times - March 25 2001

FETTERMAN, FRED CHARLES
of Arrey, NM died Saturday, March 10, 2001 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He is survived by his parents, Leroy and Isabelle Fetterman of Johnstown, PA; four daughters - Tammy Smith, Cheryl Benson, Shannon Keene and Misti Ferrell; six granddaughters and three grandsons. Fetterman was a member of the VFW and the Eagles. His true passions in life were hunting, fishing and the company of his many friends. Service to be held in his hometown, Johnstown, PA.
El Paso Times - March 25 2001

GONZALES, CARMEN
80, passed away on Thursday, March 22, 2001. She was a lifelong resident of El Paso, and was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. Preceded in death by her sister, Bertha Villanueva. She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Joseph H. Gonzales Sr.; daughter, Margaret Armijo; son, Hector Gonzales Jr; grandchildren, Paul, Robert and Tammy; great grandchildren, Emilio and Ashley; sisters, Teresa Parker and Elena Saavedra and several cousins, nephews and nieces. Visitation will be on Tuesday, March 27, 2001 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 on Wednesday, March 28, 2001 at 11:45 A.M. at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Burial at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 26 2001

MEDICKE, RICHARD HAROLD
78, passed away on Friday, March 23, 2001, at home after a long illness. He was born in Pittsfield, MA. and was a longtime resident of Quincy, Massachusetts before currently residing in El Paso, TX. He was a bookkeeper for Jerome Press in Boston, Mass. which he retired from in 1980. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Gertrude Medicke; daughter, Marybeth Medicke both of El Paso, TX.; son, Richard J. Medicke of New Bedford, MA.; two daughters, Margaret Medicke and Joanne Medicke of Boston, MA.; son, Paul Medicke of Foxboro, MA; and three grandchildren. Funeral Service will be on Tuesday, March 27, 2001 at 1:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home-West Chapel. Burial at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to La Mariposa Hospice at Providence Memorial Hospital, 2001 N. Oregon, El Paso, TX. 79902 in Richard's memory.
El Paso Times - March 26 2001

GARCIA, MRS. ISABEL
54, passed away Saturday, March 24, 2001 in a local hospital. She was a longtime resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Garcia was an employee for the El Paso Independent School District. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hector Garcia. Mrs. Garcia is survived by her sons, Hector M. Garcia and Albert Garcia. Daughters, Alma Rosa Andrade, Maria Susana Chase, Isabel Garcia and Marcelina Garcia. 9 Grandchildren. Brothers, Carlos Rocha and Manuel Rocha. Sisters, Eva Vielma and Maria Dolores. She was also survived by her longtime companion, Oscar Bravo. Visitation will be Monday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home-Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Monday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel-Carolina. Funeral Mass will be Tuesday at 11:45 a.m. at San Antonio Catholic Church. Members of the family will serve as Pallbearers. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Dr. 598-3332
El Paso Times - March 26 2001

Aldaco, Lorenzo F.
77 and a lifelong resident of El Paso, passed away Friday, March 23, 2001. Mr. Aldaco was a member of St. Jude Catholic Church. He retired from Southwest Portland Cement Company after 33 years of service. He will be remembered for his love for camping, and will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved him. He is survived by his wife Maria Aldaco, son Manuel Aldaco and wife Nora S. Aldaco, and daughter Irma A. Logan and husband Curt. Lorenzo is also survived by seven granchildren, Ricardo L. Aldaco, Yvette Aldaco, Denise Condron, Jennifer Aldaco, Leslie Aldaco, Manny Maldonado, Isaac Maldonado, four great grandchildren Johnathan, Ryan, Kassandra, Ericka, and R.J., one brother Daniel Robles, and two sisters Adelina Ramirez and Fino Miley. Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Tuesday March 27, 2001 at Martin Funeral Home West. Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday March 27, 2001 at St. Jude Catholic Church. The funeral mass will be held at 9:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 28, 2001 also at St. Jude Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Memory Gardens of the Valley Cemetery with Manny Maldonado, Isaac Maldonado, Rick Aldaco, Daniel Robles Jr., Curtis Logan and Beto Aldaco serving as Pallbearers.
El Paso Times - March 26 2001

Aldaco, Lorenzo F.
77 and a lifelong resident of El Paso, passed away Friday, March 23, 2001. Mr. Aldaco was a member of St. Jude Catholic Church. He retired from Southwest Portland Cement Company after 33 years of service. He will be remembered for his love for camping, and will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved him. He is survived by his wife Maria Aldaco, son Manuel Aldaco and wife Nora S. Aldaco, and daughter Irma A. Logan and husband Curt. Lorenzo is also survived by seven granchildren, Ricardo L. Aldaco, Yvette Aldaco, Denise Condron, Jennifer Aldaco, Leslie Aldaco, Manny Maldonado, Isaac Maldonado, four great grandchildren Johnathan, Ryan, Kassandra, Ericka, and R.J., one brother Daniel Robles, and two sisters Adelina Ramirez and Fino Miley. Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Tuesday March 27, 2001 at Martin Funeral Home West. Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday March 27, 2001 at St. Jude Catholic Church. The funeral mass will be held at 9:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 28, 2001 also at St. Jude Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Memory Gardens of the Valley Cemetery with Manny Maldonado, Isaac Maldonado, Rick Aldaco, Daniel Robles Jr., Curtis Logan and Beto Aldaco serving as Pallbearers.
El Paso Times - March 27 2001

BARRY, DANIEL D.
79, passed away Sunday, March 25, 2001. Mr. Barry was a long time resident of El Paso. He operated the Chevron Station in Northeast El Paso on Fred Wilson and Dyer for many years. he was a member of the Masonic Lodge, Mended hearts, Recovery and Coronado Christian Church. Mr. Barry is survived by his wife, Celestial Mayes Barry, sons Daniel Barry, Jr., William Barry, Michael Barry, daughter Judy Putnicki, brother William Barry, 10 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Memorial service will be held Thursday, March 29, 2001 at 4:00 P.M. at Western Hills United Methodist Church with Dr. James H. Jauncey officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Candelighters of El Paso, 1900 North Orgeon Street, El Paso, TX 79902 or to the American Heart Association, 233 East Mesa Hills Drive, El Paso, TX 79912. pu,logol,7 2649 pu,obit CAGLE THOMAS ERIN CAGLE, 60 passed away Friday March 23, 2001. He had been a lifelong resident of El Paso. He was a se employed book dealer. Preceded in death by his parents Ernest & Louise Cagle. Survivors include his brothers Charles Cagle & wife Nancy; niece Elaine Lynch & her 2 children; nephew Robert Cagle and several aunts and uncles. Graveside services will be held Wednesday 10:00 a.m. at Evergreen Alameda Cemetery with Rev. Lynette Meyer officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Memorial Park Library.
El Paso Times - March 27 2001

CARRASCO, ERNESTO N.
79, passed away Saturday, March 24, 2001 in a local hospital. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso and retired from Farmer Brothers Coffee. Mr. Carrasco was a Veteran of the U.S. Army having served during World War II. He was the recipient of the EAME Campaign Medal with 4 Bronze Stars and the Good Conduct Medal. He was also a member of the Marcos B. Armijo VFW Post #2753 and was preceded in death by his parents, Agustin and Refugio Carrasco. Brother, Agustin Carrasco and Sisters, Ofelia Hijar and Magdalena Haro. Mr. Carrasco is survived by his wife of 58 years Ernestina Lay Carrasco. Son, Richard Carrasco. Daughters, Yolanda Delgado and husband Javier, Priscilla Donohoe and husband Danny and Norma Chavez. Grandchildren, Rene Delgado, Leticia Delgado, Danny Donohoe Jr., Jimmy Donohoe, Ray Chavez Jr., Celeste Chavez and Richard A. Carrasco. Sisters, Anita Duran, Hortencia Ortega, Josefina Varela and Eliza Esquivel. Numerous Nephews and Nieces. Visitation will be Wednesday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home- Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel- Carolina. Funeral Mass will be Thursday at 9:30 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Ray Chavez Jr., Rene Delgado, Jimmy Donohoe, Danny Donohoe Jr., Danny Donohoe Sr. and Javier Delgado. Honorary Pallbearers will be Robert Lay, Rudy E. Lay, Adolph Varela, Ernie Rios, Oscar Esquivel and Bill Grant. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 909 E. San Antonio, El Paso, TX. 79901. Interment will be in Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME, 1060 Carolina Drive. 598-3332.
El Paso Times - March 27 2001

Miranda, Jesusita O.
92, passed away on Saturday, March 24, 2001. She was a longtime resident of El Paso and was a member of the Christian Church. She is preceded in death by her husband, Carmen Miranda and her son, Tony Miranda Sr., and is survived by her sons, Roberto, Federico and Ernesto Miranda; daughters, Elvira Rodriguez, Carolina Seanez, Ramona Mejia, Carmen Arriola and Lorenza Sarabia; 27 grandchildren, 33 great grandchildren and 18 great great grandchildren; sister, Eulalia Estorga. Visitation will be on Tuesday, March 27, 2001 from 4:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. with the prayer service at 7:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home-West Chapel. Funeral service will be on Wednesday, March 28, 2001 at 1:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home- West Chapel. Burial at Memory Gardens of the Valley, Santa Teresa, NM.
El Paso Times - March 27 2001

MORRISS, UDYENE
"JEAN" was called home on Sunday, March 25, 2001. She was born August 18, 1920 in Sebree, KY, the eldest daughter of Rhoden and Mabel Ray Rhodes. She was a longtime resident of El Paso. Retired from Mt. Bell Telephone Company. Member of Tobin Park United Methodist Church, Telephone Pioneers, Ladies Auxilery UTU, NARVRE Del Norte Unit 64, and AARP. She was an active leader in Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts, Rainbows, and Wesleyan Service Guild. She was preceded in death by her parents, sisters; Rhodyene Siciliani, Dona Belle Bondy, brother Robert Rhodes. Survivors include beloved husband William (Bill) Morriss, son Chuck Morriss and wife Jal, daughters; Diane and husband Harry Smith, Tricia and husband Jerry Wells, Billie Jean Morriss Smith, brother Wayne Rhodes, grandchildren Chuck Morriss II, Dana Hubbell, Robin Morriss Lindop, Amanda and Sean Wells, Jessie and Erin Smith; 6 great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, and a host of dear friends. She touched the lives of many and will be greatly missed by those who love her. Mrs. Morriss will lie in state Wednesday from 4:00 p.m. unitl 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Funeral service will be held Thursday at 1:00 p.m. at Martin Chapel. Pallbearers will be Ken Hammett, Bill Bostick, Jim Barnett, Steve Barnett, Mike Cramer and Mike Smith. Burial at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Tobin Park UMC, 9410 Roanoke Dr., El Paso, TX 79924 or the American Lung Association, 4120 Rio Bravo, Ste. 207, El Paso, TX 79902.
El Paso Times - March 27 2001

SCHERER, SGM JAMES E.
U.S. Army retired, 66, passed away March 23, 2001 in El Paso, Texas. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Ursula of El Paso, TX, three children, Peter Scherer of Chicago, IL, Sybille and her husband, Robert Stults of Windham, ME, James E. Scherer Jr. of San Antonio, TX; his mother, Catherine Patty of Galesburg, IL; his brother, Col retired Franklin J. Scherer of St. Augustine, FL and 10 grandchildren. SGM Scherer was born in Litchfield, IL in 1934, and grew up in Galesburg, IL, graduating from Galesburg Senior High School in 1952. After attending Western Illinois University in Macomb, IL for three years he entered the U.S. Army in 1957. After serving 26 years, he retired from Fort Bliss, TX in 1983. He was a graduate of the U.S. Army Sergeant Major Academy in 1976. SGM Scherer was the recipient of numerous awards and decorations during his career. Viewing will be held from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 27th at the Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 28th at Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home Northeast Chapel. Burial will be at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with Military Honors accorded.
El Paso Times - March 27 2001

CAGLE, THOMAS ERIN
60 passed away Friday March 23, 2001. He had been a lifelong resident of El Paso. He was employed as a book dealer. Preceded in death by his parents Ernest & Louise Cagle. Survivors include his brother Charles Cagle & wife Nancy; niece Elaine Lynch & her 2 children; nephew Robert Cagle and several aunts and uncles. Graveside services will be held Wednesday 10:00 a.m. at Evergreen Alameda Cemetery with Rev. Lynette Meyer officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Memorial Park Library.
El Paso Times - March 28 2001

CLEVELAND, FAITH K.
"KITTY" former resident of El Paso, died Friday, March 23, 2001 at the home of her oldest daughter, Myra Price, in Jacuma, California. Mrs. Cleveland lived in El Paso from 1971 until 1989 and was a teacher with the Socorro Independent School District. She was born in Kenedy, TX and was 80-years-old at the time of her death. She is survived by her brother, Marshall V. Bittick of El Cajon, CA; her sister, Marjie Daley of The Colony, TX; her seven children, Ellis Cleveland Jr. of Cupertino, CA; Myra Price of Jacumba, CA; Ann Sikes of Clyde, TX; Jo Marie Thompson of Uvalde, TX; Ellen Fannin of Fairplay, CO; Sandy Cleveland of Buena Vista, CO and Austin "Tuffy" Cleveland of Bellbrook, OH; fifteen grandchildren, and twenty-three great-grandchildren. Funeral services will he held at the First Baptist Church of El Paso, 805 Montana, El Paso, TX on Thursday March 29, 2001 at 1:15 p.m. Graveside services will be at 2:30 p.m. at the Fort Bliss Cemetery. The funeral home handling the arrangements is Martin Funeral Home, 3839 Montana, El Paso, TX, (915) 566-3955. A memorial fund has been set up in the name of Faith K "Kitty" Cleveland with Paisano Baptist Encampment, New Museum Fund, P.O. Box 973, Alpine, TX 79831.
El Paso Times - March 28 2001

DOMINGUEZ, JESUS
47, a lifelong resident of El Paso and Juarez, passed away on Sunday, March 25, 2001. Jesus earned degrees in business Administration and Public Accounting and would have graduated this May from the Alternative Certification Program at U.T.E.P. He was a teacher at Sunland Park Elementary in the Gadsden School District. Jesus was a devoted son, brother, uncle and friend. He is survived by his mother Librada Dominguez, his brothers Jose Luis, Filemon, Edmundo, Blas Ramon Dominguez and sister Martha D. Campos. He was precededin death by his father Filemon, brothers Manuel and Cesar Dominguez. Also survived by numerous nephews and nieces. Visitations will be from 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm Thursday, March 29, 2001 with rosary said at 7:00 pm at MT. CARMEL FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL. Mass of the Resurrection will be at 10:00 am Friday, March 30, 2001 in Corpus Christi Catholic Church. Interment at Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by MT. CARMEL FUNERAL HOME.
El Paso Times - March 28 2001

EMIG, DOROTHY,
88, passed away Monday, March 26, 2001 in a local hospital. She was born September 7, 1912 in Mogollon, New Mexico. Dorothy spent 45 years with El Paso Independent School District. She began her career as a Teacher at Houston Elementary in 1976. Dorothy belonged to several organizations, Retired Teachers Asso., President of Tx. Asso. for Supervision and Curriculum Development (53-54), Zeta Pi Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma, and also helped organize El Paso Teachers Federal Credit Union. She co- authored "Effective Reading Instruction" and wrote "The Stained Glass Windows and Mosaic's of Saint Christopher's Church." Mrs. Emig is survived by her brother, William A. and wife Kitty of Stuart, Fl., nephew, Zim Emig and wife Cynthia Williams of Albq., NM. and great niece, Aeriel Emig, loving caregivers Emily Kimball, Sylvia Roby, special little friend Justin Roby. Visitation will be Wednesday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina Chapel. Funeral Service will be Thursday at 11 a.m. at St. Christopher Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Scleraderma Foundation or to St. Christopher Church. Interment will be in Restlawn Memorial Park. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CAROLINA DRIVE, 598-3332
El Paso Times - March 28 2001

LANDA, MADISON GEORGE
infant daughter of Michael and Rebecca Landa, passed away Sunday, March 25, 2001, in a local hospital. Other survivors include sisters Micaela and Mackenzie Landa, grandparents Maria Landa, George Kraft and great grandmother Carmen Landa. Madison will lie in state Wednesday from 4:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Martin Funeral Home Central. Rosary Service will be held at 7:00 PM Wednesday at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held at 11:30 AM Thursday at Santo Nino de Atocha Catholic Church. Burial will be private at a later date. Sweetest child of our heart you have left us too soon. You captivated us from the start, we all fell in love with you. Our beautiful little baby could see angels on earth. Our darling sweet Madison, we all love you. Be our guardian angel til we are all back with you.
El Paso Times - March 28 2001

TROCHE, FRANCISCA
80, passed away Sunday, March 25, 2001 in a local hospital. Longtime resident of El Paso. Preceded in death by husband Armando Troche. Survived by sons Jose E. and Armando Troche, daughter Carmen Zimmerman, grandchildren Michael, Maria, Michael, Matthew, A.J. Troche, Eliza, Louie, William, Francisca Zimmerman and Jonathan Troche. Mrs. Troche will lie in state Thursday from 4:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Prayer Service will be held Thursday at 6:00 P.M. at Martin Chapel. Graveside Service will be held Friday at 9:00 A.M. at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 28 2001

ALLEN, JOHN V.
47, passed away Friday, March 23, 2001 in New York City. He is survived by his parents, Jean H. and Dorothy P. Allen, his sister and brother in law, Jean and H.E. Fernandez and his nephew, Alex Fernandez, all of El Paso. Services were held in New York City. Memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society or charity of choice.
El Paso Times - March 29 2001

CAMPOS, ADELFA
77, passed away March 28, 2001 in El Paso. Texas. She is survived by her husband, Natividad Campos, Sr., her daughters, Anna Archila and Bea Martinez, sons, Natividad, Jr., Rafael M., Hector, and Xavier F. Campos, sister, Mary Chacon, brothers Juan, Richard, Jesus, Max Caseres, 16 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her father Maximino and her mother Victoria Caseres and her brother, Paul M. Caseres. She belonged to the VFW Post 8782 Ladies Auxiliary. She has been a resident of El Paso since 1947. Visitation will be from 2:00 to 9:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 29, 2001 with rosary at 7:30 p.m. at Mt. Franklin Funeral Home, 3707 Pershing Drive. Mass of Resurrection will be at St. Joseph's Catholic Church on Friday with times pending. Burial will take place at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery following the mass. Pallbearers will be family members.
El Paso Times - March 29 2001

Chenoweth, Burtis G.
"Burt" 81, passed away Tuesday, March 27, 2001 a resident of El Paso for 55 years. He served in the U.S. Army and was a WWII veteran and retired from Civil Service at Fort Bliss. He was a Business Agent for International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees Local #153 and a member of American Legion Post #0058. Burtis is survived by his wife of 56 years, Mary Louise; 5 children, Dolores Spain of Irving, TX, David, Mary Jane and Burt Chenoweth of El Paso and Glenda Low of Big Spring, TX. He is also survived by 3 brothers and 3 sisters; 17 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, March 29th at Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home Northeast Chapel where Rosary will be recited at 7 p m. Funeral Mass will be said at 1:30 p.m. Friday, March 30th at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. Interment will be in Fort Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 29 2001

GALLEGOS, ANNA G.
63, of El Paso, Texas, passed away in a local hospital. Mrs. Gallegos was employed by Farah for 28 years. She was a member of St. Ignatius Catholic Church Parish and a loving mother and grandmother. Her loving husband Pilo Gallegos preceded Mrs. Gallegos in death. Survivors: Son, Porfirio Gallegos, Jr. of San Antonio, TX. Daughter, Mary Ann G. Rendon of Los Angeles, CA. Brother, Ignacio Granados. Sisters: Rosa G. Colorado, Maria Elena Salazar and Concha Basavilbaso. Grandchildren; Anabelle G. Rendon, Tiffany G. Rendon, Denise G. Rendon, and Pilo G. Rendon. Visitation will be held Thursday, March 29, 2001, in San Jose Funeral Home Chapel from 4 PM to 6 PM and in St. Ignatius Church from 7 PM to 9 PM. Rosary will be prayed in St. Ignatius Church starting at 7:30 PM. Funeral Mass will be held Friday in St. Ignatius Church at 10 AM. Burial will follow in Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. Pallbearers: Tommy Rendon, Rafael Rendon, Porfirio A. Gallegos, Jr., Ramon Dominguez, Armando Basavilbaso, Ernesto Gonzalez, Katie Dominguez and Mariano Santiago, Jr. Funeral arrangements under direction of San Jose Funeral Home, 601 S. Virginia St., El Paso, TX 79901 915-532-1856, www.sanjosefuneralhome.com
El Paso Times - March 29 2001

RAMIREZ, ESTHER TERRAZAS
After a long and healthy life, Esther Terrazas Ramirez passed away Tuesday, March 27, 2001 after a short illness. She was preceded in death by her husband Miguel Angel Ramirez, Sr., son Miguel Angel Ramirez Jr. and daughter Irene Esther Ramirez. She is survived by her sister, Maria Louisa Collins and brother, Guillermo Terrazas. Other survivors include her grandchildren and spouses, Victor and Terrie Ramirez, Matthew and Christy Ramirez, Rebecca and Richard Loveszy, Elsa and Jerry Brisson, Mark and Becky Ramirez, Mike and Lorrie Ramirez, III, and great-grandchildren, Stephanie, Matthew and Victoria Ramirez, Gabrielle Ramirez, Rafael, Rosa and Rueben Loveszy, Irene and Alex Brisson, Julian Ramirez, Nicole and Shayna Ramirez, caregiver Concha Salazar and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. The Terrazas family came to El Paso from Chihuahua Mexico in 1916 finishing her education at Guardian Angel. Together with her husband of 45 years, they built and ran the successful MARET Tortilla Factory from 1959 to 1974. Mrs. Ramirez will lie in state Friday from 4:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Martin Funeral Home Central. Rosary Service will be held at 7:00 PM at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held at 9:00 AM Saturday at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Burial in Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of VNA, in Memory of Esther T. Ramirez, 2211 East Missouri Suite 200, El Paso, TX 79903.
El Paso Times - March 29 2001

RODRIGUEZ, MARIA
58, passed away on March 22nd.2001 Lucy was the Founder/President of the Blue Unicorns Troupe and non-profit organization. She is survived by two sons; Jesse and Gustavo Rodriguez, grandson Andrew John, sisters; Irma, Anita and Mary, brothers; Tony and Robert. Services will be held at La Paz Funeral Home at 3331 Alameda on Thursday March 29, 2001 from 6 to 9 PM. She was a beloved mother, adored sister and cherished grandmother. We'll miss you and will always love you. Funeral Services entrusted to La Paz Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - March 29 2001

SHORT, DEMA,
80, passed away Tuesday, March 27, 2001 from complications of Alzheimer's disease. She was born May 18, 1920 in Bokoshe, Oklahoma and was a long time resident of Ruidoso, New Mexico. Dema and her husband T.J. Short moved to Ruidoso in 1946 with their three daughters. They owned and operated the Juntion Cafe, Service Station & Bus Stop located on Highway 70 where Sierra Blanca Motors is presently located. Dema was a member of the First Christian Church, Beta Sigma Phi and was very active in the Rudioso community. She was part owner of Sierra Blanca and Mountain Ski Shops in the late 70's and retired in 1981. She was a talented craftsman, seamstress and artist. She loved living in the beautiful mountains where she remained until moving to El Paso in 1996. In the last years of her life even though she suffered from Alzheimer's disease she was lovingly cared for by Maude Brudent, to whom the family is especially grateful and appreciative. Her husband of fifty years, T.J., preceded her in death, as did her son- in- law, George Powell Perry. She is survived by three daughters and two son-in-laws, Sharon Perry of Evergreen, Colorado, Denese and Bobby Watkins of El Paso, Texas and Myra and Ronnie Taylor of Ruidoso, New Mexico. Nine grandchildren, Ty Perry, Laine O'Neal, Tara Woodruff, Kelly Hall, Kody Taylor, Kirk Taylor, Kasey Mowdy, Bram Watkins, Brandi Brown and twenty great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be held Thursday evening at 6:00 P.M. at St. Marks Methodist Church 5005 Love Road, El Paso, Texas and Saturday afternoon at 2 P.M. at the First Christian Church on Hull and Gavilan Canyon Roads in Ruidoso, New Mexico. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to the Alzheimer's Association of El Paso, 4400 North Mesa, Suite 9, El Paso, Texas 79902.
El Paso Times - March 29 2001

Solis, Miguel Angel
was born December 11, 1975 to Hilda and Aniceto Solis in El Paso,Texas. He moved to Killeen in 1989 where he lived until his passing in March 2001. He was preceded in death by his mother Hilda D. Solis. Miguel is survived by his father Aniceto Solis, sister Maria Elena Obee, brother Javier R. Solis, his son Miguel A. Solis, Jr., and his mother Rose Collett. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M., March 30, 2001 at Martin Funeral Home East. Burial will follow at Mt. Cramel Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 29 2001

BEARD, OTIS R.
79, was born November 23rd 1921 in Amarillo, TX. He married Billie, May 23, 1941. Otis went to be with the Lord, March 13, 2001 surrounded by his family. He grew up in Amarillo, TX and lived 28 years in El Paso. He is survived by Billie, Dick, Tom and Tony. The family sggests contributions in memory of Otis be made to the Hospice of Kitsap County, PO Box 3416, Silverdale, WA.
El Paso Times - March 30 2001

Cardenas, Louise H.
63, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend who we will miss dearly, passed away Monday, March 26, 2001 in El Paso. She was a longtime resident of El Paso and California and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Cardenas retired as a food service manager after 20 years of service. She was preceded in death by her brother, Conrado Hernandez, Jr. Mrs. Cardenas is survived by her husband Raymond Cardenas of 35 years, son Raymond Cardenas Jr., daughters and sons-in-law, Adela and Richard Denney, Linda Cardenas, Ramona and Michael Waldon, Louise Danielle Cardenas and Lidette Denney. 6 Grandchildren, brother Alberto Hernandez, sisters Maria Merced, Gloria Segura, Alicia Davila and Carolina Kim. Visitation will be Friday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina Chapel. Recitation of the Rosary will be Friday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Saturday at 9 a.m. at Guardian Angel Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Larry Davila, Richard Kim, Richard Denney, Richard Denney Jr., Byron Segura, Curt Cardenas, Isaac Alcala, William Kim, Lidette L. Denney and Christopher Hernandez. Interment will be in Evergreen Alameda Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME, 1060 CAROLINA DRIVE, 598- 3332.
El Paso Times - March 30 2001

Gonzalez, Juana Q.
79, passed away March 28, 2001. She was a resident of El Paso for the past 60 years. She was a member of the Catholic Church, also a member of El Apostolado De La Cruz with Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. Preceded in death by her husband, Antonio Gonzalez. Mrs. Gonzalez is survived by her son, Hernan Nevarez and his wife Rosa, daughter, Concepcion Elizabeth Alayon and her husband Felipe. Six grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren and sister, Josefina Pacheco. Visitation for Mrs. Gonzalez will be from 6:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. Friday March 30, 2001 at Sunset Funeral Home-Northeast, located at 4631 Hondo Pass, El Paso, Texas 79904. Rosary will be at 7:00 P.M. Friday at the Sunset Funeral Home Chapel. Mass of the Resurrection will be at 9:00 A.M. Saturday, March 31, 2001 at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. Father Peters will be officiating. Burial will be at Mount Carmel Cemetery. Pallbearers will be, Hernan Nevarez, Felipe Alayon, Abraham Alayon, Hernan Nevarez (son), Johann Nevarez and Jesus Lardizabal.
El Paso Times - March 30 2001

Lopez, Jesus
"Chu Tabacco" born May 31, 1921 in El Paso, Texas, entered into rest on Tuesday, March 27, 2001 at the age of 79. He is preceded in death by his parents, Faustino and Leonor Lopez; daughter, Martha Lopez; and brother Justino Lopez. Mr. Lopez is survived by his wife of 61 years, Teodosa Delgadillo Lopez; sons, Chuy Lopez, Jr., Tino Lopez, Pete Lopez, Ramon Lopez, Rudy Lopez, and Johnny Lopez; daughters, Lupe Delgado, Luisa Arias, Leonor Jimenez, and Frances Rodriguez; brothers, Jose Lopez, and Manuel Lopez; sister, Maria Chavira; 27 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Visitation will be held Friday, March 30, 2001 from 3:00 to 9:00 PM with a Rosary at 7:00 PM at Sunset Funeral Home- West Chapel of Remembrance located at 480 North Resler. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday, March 31, 2001 at 10:00 AM at Santa Teresita Catholic Church located at 3401 Zapal Ave, Father Juan officiating. Interment will follow at Canutillo Cemetery. Martin Lopez, Tury Gonzalez III, Jaime Holguin, Mark Lopez, Pete Lopez, Jr., Rudy Lopez, Jr., and Ray Lopez, Jr. will serve as pallbearers. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-West.
El Paso Times - March 30 2001

MENDEZ, JESUS
"Loco" 73, passed away Tuesday, March 27, 2001 in a local hospital. He was a well known professional wrestler in the Mexican circuit and once held the Chihuahua State Heavyweight Title. He wrestled well known area wrestlers such as Gory Guerrero, Carlos Ramos, Terry and Dory Funk, Texas Tiger & Ricky Romero. Survivors: Sons, Ruben, Bobby, Jesus and Oscar Mendez. Daughter: Yolanda Mendez. Daughters-in-law: Josie and Ruth Mendez. Eighteen grandchildren and over 25 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held Friday, March 30, 2001 in San Jose Chapel from 3 to 8 PM with Rosary starting at 6:30 PM. Funeral Mass will be held Saturday at 9 AM in Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Pallbearers: Robert Mendez Jr., Oscar Mendez Jr., Ruben Balderama Jr., Gabriel Mendez, Mario Moreno Jr., Isaac Santiago, Raymond Balderama Jr., Danny Mendez and Christopher Moreno. Arrangements under direction of San Jose Funeral Home, 601 S. Virginia St., El Paso, Texas 915-532-1856. www.sanjosefuneralhome.com
El Paso Times - March 30 2001

RAMIREZ, ESTHER TERRAZAS
92, pased away March 27, 2001. Visitation: Friday from 4-9 PM at Martin Funeral Home Central. Rosary Time: 7:00 PM Friday at Martin Chapel. Mass time: 9:00 AM Saturday at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Burial in Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery.
El Paso Times - March 30 2001

TARIN, SARAH BARRAGAN
94, passed away Tuesday, March 27, 2001. Visitation: 4-9 pm Friday with Rosary: 6 pm, SUNSET FUNERAL HOME-EAST, Chapel of Remembrance. Private interment by the family. Survived by: son, Henry Barragan; daughter, Esther Dominguez, 26 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren; and sister, Elisa Gonzalez. Preceded in death by: husband; and parents, Luis & Teresa R. Barragan. She was born in Salinas, California, and is a long-time resident of El Paso. She was employed as a seamstress with Fort Bliss. Arrangements by SUNSET FUNERAL HOME- EAST.
El Paso Times - March 30 2001

ARCE, MARIA
94, passed away Thursday, March 29, 2001 in a local hospital. She was a lifelong resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Arce is survived by her son, Pete Arce. Daughters, Alicia N. Lopez and Yolanda Mejia. 9 Grandchildren. 20 Great Grandchildren. 4 Great Great Grandchildren. Sister: Esperanza Hernandez. Visitation will be Sunday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina Chapel. Recitation of the Rosary will be Sunday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Monday at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church. Family members will serve as pallbearers. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME, 1060 CAROLINA DRIVE, 598-3332.
El Paso Times - March 31 2001

Dawson, Mangum H. Sr.,
"Skeet" 95, passed away Wednesday March 28, 2001. He had been a resident of El Paso for 55 years. Mr. Dawson had worked as a clerk for Southern Pacific Railroad and in the Measurement Department of El Paso Natural Gas Company. Survivors include his son Mangum H. Dawson, Jr. of Glendale, AZ; sister Jean Hazelton of El Paso; grandchildren Scott Dawson & Sharla Dawson of Glendale, AZ; 3 nephews. Graveside services will be held Monday April 2, 2001, 9:30 a.m. at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with Pastor Herb Mims officiating.
El Paso Times - March 31 2001

Gutierrez, Joe
"Joey" 50, President of Tri- State Opera Guild. An avid Candlelighters volunteer, left his earthly extension on March 27, 2001 after a short illness. He is survived by brother Orlie Gutierrez, VA., sister Norma Gutierrez Ramos, & nephew Brian (El Paso), and Levi (Seattle), beloved family and friends. He loved his family dearly and in recent years, received immense joy from getting to know his second cousins, Jeremiah and Ella and Thomas Sullivan and grand niece Taylor Adams Ramos. Celebration of life Sunday April 1st at 5541 Joyce Circle, 2 PM. In lieu of flowers, please contribute to Candlelighters-Michael G. Vasquez Mem. 544-2222.
El Paso Times - March 31 2001

HUFFMAN, NAOMI WOORD
66, passed away March 27, 2001 in a local hospital. She was a resident of El Paso since 1958 and retired from the Dyer K- Mart Store after 18 years where she worked in the cafeteria. She is survived by daughters, Pamela Ward (Robert) and Lorie Schmitz (Joseph), grandchildren Christopher Pomeroy, Shannon Pomeroy, Heather Pomeroy, Devin Schmitz and Courtney Ward. Also survived by brother, Clark Woord, sisters, Maxine Harper and Vera Arbagast. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Sunset Funeral Home N.E. Funeral service will be at 10:00 a.m. Monday at Sunset Funera Home Northeast Chapel. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Heart Association in her honor: 233 E. Mesa Hills, El Paso, Texas 79912, (915) 833-1231.
El Paso Times - March 31 2001

JOHN, LOLITA C.
90, passed away March 21, 2001 after a long illness. She was preceded by her husband, Ira F., and son, William R. Survived by daughter carol Ann Whitaker, 6 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren. Services 2 PM, April 1, Saint Stephens Church of Hope, 2400 George Dieter Drive.
El Paso Times - March 31 2001

RUVALCABA, ANASTACIA JIMENEZ
94, passed away Thursday, March 29, 2001. Visitation: 4-9 pm Sunday with Rosary: 7 pm, SUNSET FUNERAL HOME-EAST, Chapel of Remembrance. Mass: 1:30 pm Monday, Cristo Rey Catholic Church. Interment: Evergreen Alameda Cemetery. Survived by: sons, Antonio Ruvalcaba, Ruben Ruvalcaba, Rodoo Ruvalcaba, Roberto Ruvalcaba; daughters, Raquel Baltierra, Gloria R. Cruz; 25 grandchildren, 47 great grandchildren; 7 great, great grandchildren; and brothers, Ausencio Bueno, Simon Bueno. Preceded in death by: husband, Jacinto Ruvalcaba; and parents, Simon & Juanita J. Bueno. She was born in Jalisco, Mexico, and was a 42- year resident of El Paso. She was a homemaker. Arrangements by SUNSET FUNERAL HOME EAST.
El Paso Times - March 31 2001