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Obituaries

December 2001

EPSTEIN, IDA WEINSTEIN
93, passed away on Friday, November 30, 2001. She was a residentof El Paso since 1942 and was a member of Congregation B'Nai Zion. Ida served as past president of B'Nai Brith Women,was a member of B'Nai Zion Sisterhood and was a member of Sun Towers Ladies Auxiliary. She is survived by son, MichaelL. Epstein and his wife, Sharna; daughters, Annalie Rollins and Marlene Benz and daughter, Sandra Levinson and herhusband, Sherman; grandchildren, Debra, Lurae, Valerie, Daniel, Jerry, Erica, Kara, Gregory and Laura; 6 greatgrandchildren; brother, Ted Weinstein and sister, Irene Heller. Graveside service will be Sunday, December 2, 2001 at11:00 A.M. at B'Nai Zion Cemetery, Rabbi Stephen Leon presiding. Burial at B'Nai Zion Cemetery. In lieu of flowersmemorial contributions may be made to: Congregation B'Nai Zion 805 Cherry, El Paso, TX. 79912 in Ida's memory.
El Paso Times - December 1 2001

QUINONES, MARIA AVILA
95, went to be with our Lord on Tuesday, November 27, 2001. Mariawas a longtime resident of El Paso and was a devoted member of St. Patrick's Cathedral, as well as a member of UnionCatolica De San Jose. She has now been reunited with her husband, Paulino R. Quinones and son, Paulino Quinones, Jr.Maria was a wonderful mother to her sons, Rogelio D. Quinones and Cesario C. Quinones; daughters, Maria Ramona QuinonesOrona and Armida Quinones Vega and a most loving grandmother to her 23 grandchildren; 30 great grandchildren and 3 greatgreat grandchildren. Visitation will be on Sunday, December 2, 2001 from 4:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. with the rosaryservice at 7:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home-Central Chapel. Funeral mass will be Monday, December 3, 2001 at 1:00 P.M.at St. Patrick Cathedral. Pallbearers, Roger and Greg Quinones, Chayo, Cesar and Robert Vega, Jr., Thomas D. Vega,Richard and Michael Orona. Internment at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. "You will be greatly missed by all who knew and lovedyou..."
El Paso Times - December 1 2001

Poss, Aubrey L. Sr.,
age 83, passed away Friday, November 30, 2001 in San Antonio, TX. Hewas born in Madisonville, TX on March 6, 1918 as the youngest of eight children, having seven older sisters. He wasmarried in Carlsbad, NM on July 2, 1938 and began driving his own truck in the late 40's. After building a successfulcareer in trucking, he retired in 1976, leaving his three sons and a son-in-law in charge of the family business. Thethird-generation business is being run today by four of his grandchildren. After retiring, he spent much of his timetraveling, fishing, and enjoying life with his wife and friends. He and Margaret were longtime members of the BaptistChurch. He was a loving and caring father who could always brighten a room with his wonderful sense of humor and sharpwit. He was loved by many and will be forever remembered. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Margaret BurkePoss; his eight children, Audrey Baker, Barbara Shaw, Joe Poss, Janet Prochnow, Aubrey L. Poss, Jr., Frances Boren,Patsy Ward, and Jerry Poss; his 19 grandchildren; his 28 great-grandchildren; and numerous other relatives. ServiceTuesday, 10:00 a.m. Porter Loring North Chapel Interment to follow in Holy Cross Cemetery.
ElPaso Times - December 2 2001

Rodriguez, Ssg. Anibal
U.S. Army Retired, 76, passed away Thursday, November 28, 2001. Hehad served 28 years in the U.S. Army and then worked with the Civil Service for 10 years. Survivors include his wifeHerminia Rodriguez, sons, Jose Anibal Rodriguez, Gregory Rodriguez, John David Rodriguez, Daniel Rodriguez, daughters,Eneida Rodriguez, Lisa Rodriguez, Venus Rodriguez, 11 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren, sisters Ana Rodriguez andAmalia Diaz. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. on Sunday December 2, 2001 and prayer service will also be held on Sunday at7 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home Northeast, located at 4631 Hondo Pass. Funeral Service will be on Monday, December 3, 2001at 12:30 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home Northeast. Chaplain Ray Lopez will officiate. Interment will be at Fort BlissNational Cemetery with full Military Honors. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to Hospice of El Pasoat 3901 North Mesa, El Paso Texas 79902.
El Paso Times - December 2 2001

GAMBOA, JOSE M. "El Kitty",
82, passed away Wednesday November 28, 2001 peacefully at hishome. He was a longtime resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Gamboa was a retired employee after25 years with the City of El Paso Parks and Recreation Department. He was instrumental in setting up Sleepy City andother Christmas decorations in the town of El Paso. He was preceded in death by his wife, Juana M. Gamboa. He issurvived by son, Jose Alfredo Gamboa, daughters, Lupe, Alicia, Sylvia, Lydia, Elizabeth, Leonor and Rosa Gamboa. 16grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Brothers, Henry, Mundo, David, Carlos, Lalo, Ramiro and Nicholas Gamboa,sisters, Antonia Gamboa and Marcos Bejarano. Visitation will be Monday from 2 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 10:00 a.m. at St.Francis Xavier Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be sons & daughters. Interment will be in Memory Gardens of theValley, Santa Teresa, NM. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME CAROLINA. 1060 Carolina Drive
ElPaso Times - December 2 2001

Covey, Paul Emery Covey,
66, passed away on Wednesday, November 28, 2001. He was aresident of El Paso since 1957 and was a member of the Catholic Church. Paul was a retired Msgt who served proudly inthe U.S. Army in the Korean Conflict and Vietnam War before retiring with 26 years of service. Paul was a 3rd and 4thDegree Knight and also a Past Grand Knight with The Knights of Columbus Council 2592 and was a former Master of the 5thDistrict of Texas. He is precededin death by his daughter, Teresa Covey and is survived by his wife of 42 years, AliciaCovey; son, Paul A. Covey; daughter, Anne F. Covey; grandchildren, Tara M. Covey and Tess D. Covey; brother, RonaldCovey and sister, Lynda Deveraux. Visitation will be on Sunday, December 2, 2001 from 4:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. with therosary service at 6:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home-Central. Funeral mass will be on Monday, December 3, 2001 at 9:00A.M. at Guardian Angel Catholic Church. Knights of Columbus to serve as pallbearers. Interment at Ft. Bliss NationalCemetery with full military honors.
El Paso Times - December 2 2001

MASON, CAPTAIN JAMES GORDON
USN (Ret), 85, died Tuesday, November 27, 2001. Dr. Mason wasa resident of El Paso for 30 years. He was a member of the Kiwanis Club, Emeritus Professor at UTEP, inductee of the ElPaso Athletic Hall of Fame, and recognized world wide as the founder of Sports Admistration. Held an Ed.D. from ColumbiaUniversity. Dr. Mason also served on the Faculties of Baylor University, University of Miami, Ohio University, and UTEP.He was the author of many articles and two textbooks. Dr. Mason led a productive life. He is survived by his loving wifeof 54 years, Frances Z. Mason, daughters Jan Getz and her husband John, Nancy Moredock and her husband Randy, andgranddaughters Anne and Juli. Memorial service will be held Monday, December 3, 2001 at 11:00 A.M. at UniversityPresbyterian Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the James G. Mason Endowed xcellenceFund, UTEP Institutional Advancement Office, 1100 North Stanton, Suite 201, El Paso, Texas 79902.
El Paso Times - December 2 2001

De LeBRETON, ELISA GONZALES
96, passed away Friday, November 30, 2001. Born in Meogui,Chihuahua, Mx. July 17, 1905. Widow of George F. LeBreton, longtime El Paso resident and grandson of El Paso, SanElizario Pioneer J.M. Lujan. Preceded by her daughter Yolanda de la Llave de Alvidrez. Survived by sons George A.LeBreton of El Paso, Tx; and Charles Victor LeBreton of West Hills, CA; 6 grandchildren Veronica Alvidrez de Zesatti,Patsy and Alma Alvidrez, Christopher and Simon LeBreton and Lisa Nabours, 12 great grandchildren and 17 great greatgrandchildren. Rosary Service will be Monday, December 3, 2001 at 6:30 PM at Nazareth Hall. Funeral Service will be heldat Nazareth Hall Tuesday, December 4, at 9:15 AM. Burial will be private. "We will remember her as forever young andforever beautiful." "Ever honest and sincere"
El Paso Times - December 2 2001

COHEN, BARBARA VAN DUZER
82, passed away November 27, 2001 after a brief illness. An ElPaso resident since 1958, she was born in Ithaca, New York. She was raised in Elmira, New York where she met herhusband, Andy Cohen when he played baseball there. Andy died in 1988, and Cohen Stadium was named for him and his latebrother Syd in 1990. An avid bridge player, Barbara was a member of the El Paso Women's Club and the D.A.R. She issurvived by her son Hank Cohen at Los Angeles, daughters Marina Lee of El Paso and Cathy Souers of Las Vegas,grandchildren Mandy Souers, Andy Lee and Alix Lee, brother Bill Van Duzer, sister-in-law Eva Reznikov and several niecesand nephews, including El Pasoans, Dr. and Mrs. Neal Ross. Private burial services were held in New York. The familyrequests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the American Cancer Society.
El Paso Times- December 2 2001

BENHAM, KATHRYN PIKANI
82, passed away Thursday, November 29, 2001 in Dallas. She was a60 year resident of El Paso workining as a Harvey Girl during World War II, bookkeeper for husband's business "Johnny'sTexaco", and homemaker. She is preceded in death by husband John D. Benham, 3 brothers and 2 sisters. She is survived bydaughter Phyllis, many caring family members and friends. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her loving ways.Visitation will be Monday 4-7 p.m. at Kaster Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home Northeast Chapel 8817 Dyer. Funeral Masswill be Tuesday 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church with 11:00 interment at Ft. Bliss NationalCemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Kidney Fund, 610 Executive Blvd. #1010, Rockville, Maryland20852.
El Paso Times - December 2 2001

PICKENS, JAMES A.
60, passed away on November 28, 2001 in El Paso, TX. Mr. Pickens wasborn in Carlsbad, NM. He is survived by his wife, Bobbie Pickens. Sons, Robert Pickens and Brian Pickens. DaughterMichelle Pickens and Brother Tony Pickens. Visitation will be held, today, December 2, 2001 from 12 noon to 6 PM with aFuneral Service at 4PM at Sunset Funeral Home West, Chapel of Peace, located at 480 N. Resler. Interment will be held ata later date at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Services Entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home West.
ElPaso Times - December 2 2001

JAMES, WILLIAM S
83, passed away on Friday, November 30, 2001. He was a long timeresident of Louisville, Kentucky. At time of death, he was residing with his daughter and son-in-law in El Paso. He wasthe founder/operator of American Plastic Engravers of Louisville, KY for over 40 years, retiring in 1996. Mr. James issurvived by his son Sheridan David James and Wife Shiela James, and his daughter Lois Nance and husband Dr. Vinson E.Nance. Funeral Service will be held in Louisville, Kentucky at a later date. In lieu of flowers, family requests thatmemorial contributions may be made to Hospice.
El Paso Times - December 2 2001

MORA, ALICE L
86, passed away on November 27, 2001 in El Paso, TX. Mrs. Mora was born inEl Paso, TX. She is survived by her husband, E. Raul Mora. Son Raul Eduardo Mora L. and daughter Mary Alice Mora L., 6grandchildren. A memorial Service was held on Saturday, December 1, 2001 at Sunset Funeral Home West, Chapel of Peace.Services Entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home West.
El Paso Times - December 2 2001

SOUZA, TEODULA "Tita"
72, passed away on December 1,2001 in El Paso. Tita was a lovingwife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend who will be greatly missed by those whose lives she touched. She is nowreunited with her beloved husband Francisco. Tita was a wonderful mother to daughters Teresa Marcus and EvangelinaSouza. Her son- in-law Frank Marcus; grandson Evan Francisco Marcus; sister Atala FernaÐndez and Dolores Trevizo;brothers RamoÐn, Gabriel and JesuÐs Manuel Manquero; and many nieces, nephews and friends, also survive her.Visitation will be Monday at Harding-Orr and McDaniel Funeral Home at 320 Montana from 4 to 9 p.m. and Rosary to be at6:30 p.m. Mass of Resurection will be Tuesday followed by interment at Mt. Carmel Cemetery.
ElPaso Times -December 3 2001

GALLARDO, ROSA MARIA
47, passed away Friday, November 30, 2001. She was a life timeresident of El Paso. Left to cherish her memory are her children Albert A. Hernandez and Michelle Rivera, and fourgrandchildren; her parents Jesus and Josefina Esparza, brother Martin Esparza and sister Jane Otero and Maria Hogue;along with several friends and family. Visitation will be on Tuesday, December 4, 2001 from 4-9 PM at Sunset FuneralHome-East. With a Rosary to be recited at 7 PM in The Chapel of Remembrance. The Mass of Resurrection will be held onWednesday, November 5, 2001 at 10 AM in Santa Lucia Church. Interment at a later date. Services entrusted to SunsetFuneral Home-East located at 750 N. Carolina.
El Paso Times - December 3 2001

MENDOZA, VICTORIANA (Tolana)
87, passed away Saturday, December 1, 2001. She was a lifetime resident of El Paso. Preceded in death by her husband Encarnacion Mendoza. Left to cherish her memory are her sonsJose Luis Mendoza, Mauro Mendoza, Manuel Mendoza, and daughters Dolores Mendoza, and Francisca Mendoza. 5 grandchildrenand 7 great grandchildren. Along with several friends and family. Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, December 4,2001 from 7-8PM at Sunset Funeral Home-East in the Chapel of Peace. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to LaMariposa Hospice at 2101 N. Oregon, El Paso, TX 79902 (915)577-7870. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-Eastlocated at 750 N. Carolina.
El Paso Times - December 3 2001

ALLAN, WILLIAM GEORGE
U.S. Army Master Sgt. (Ret.) passed away Saturday, December 1, 2001in his home at the age of 83. Bill was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who was preceded in death by hisfather, Clement Hancox Allan, his mother Julia Gillen Allan and his wife Laura M. Allan. He is survived by his sonDouglas R. Allan and two grandchildren, Kristen (K.C.) Allan and Vann C. Allan. He was a resident of El Paso for 48years. Bill was born on August 2, 1918 in New York City, New York. He served in World War II and two tours in Vietnam.He received numerous decorations and citations for service to his country, among them the Bronze Star. He was a memberof VFW Post 812, a member of the Society of 1st Infantry Division, and a member of the Catholic Church. Visitation willbe held Tuesday, December 4, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home West. Graveside service will beheld Wednesday, December 5, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with military honors. Bill will be deeplymissed by the friends and family he leaves behind.
El Paso Times - December 4 2001

Foggia, Nicholas M.
72, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, December 2, 2001.Resident of El Paso since 1989, he was born and retired in Brooklyn, N.Y. Korean War Veteran, member of the AmericanLegion for over 38 years, parishioner of St. Stephen's Catholic Church. Charter member of Knights of Columbus Council#10420, 3rd Degree Knight of Columbus. He issurvived by his loving wife of 50 years, Elvira Foggia, son, Stephen Foggia,daughters,Rosemarie Foggia, Noreen Geehan, Jeannie Foggia and Christine Foggia, 9 grandchildren and 3 greatgrandchildren. He also leaves a sister, Fay M. Fuggio and Joseph Fuggio, of Queens, N.Y. Visitation will be held onTuesday, December 4, 2001 from 4:00 to 9:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home East - Chapel, with a rosary at 7:00 p.m. Afuneral mass will be held on Wednesday, December 5 at 9:30 a.m. at St. Stephens Catholic Church with interment at Ft.Bliss National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to American Cancer Society or Hospice of El Paso.The family wishes to thank Hospice for their constant and loving care.
El Paso Times - December 42001

LANG, LOIS MARGARET
was born in Lawton, Oklahoma on January 4, 1919, a resident of ElPaso since 1935. She went to school in Floyd, NM, Wink, TX, and Monahans, TX, as herparents were school teachers. Shespent several years at Upper Iowa University. Lois married Irvin N. Holtan on December 28, 1940. This union gave themthree nice children. Mildred Ardelle and husband, Raymond Pritchett, Archie Gilbert Holtan and wife, Carol Perkins,Dorothea Jane and husband William Barnes; 5 grandchildren, George Pritchett, Ruth Cooper, Kevin Holtan, Karen Holtan andAlan Barnes. Visitation will be held Tuesday, December 4th in Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home, 8817 Dyer, from 4p.m. to 9 p.m. Funeral services will be in the funeral home at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, December 5th. Interment willfollow in Memory Gardens of the Valley, 4900 McNutt Road, Santa Teresa, New Mexico.
El Paso Times-December 4 2001

Joyner, CW Wayne H.
U.S. Army (Ret.), 73, passed away on Friday November 30, 2001. He wasborn in River Junction, FL. and was a longtime resident of Las Cruces, NM and El Paso, TX. Wayne retired after 23 yearsof service and was a World War II and Vietnam Veteran. He was a member of the V.F.W. Post, Masonic Lodge and the MooseLodge in Las Cruces, NM. He is preceded in death by his grandson, Jeremiah Joyner and his wife, Shirley Joyner. He issurvived by his mother, Edith Joyner; wife, Elva B. Thrift; his son, Donald W. Joyner and his daughter, Patricia Joyner;his grandchildren, Alexander and Jesse; brother, Harold and Pee Wee Joyner and sister Louise Stevens. Visitation will beon Tuesday, December 4, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Funeral Service will be onWednesday, December 5, 2001 at 12:00 noon at Martin Funeral Home Central Chapel. Burial at Ft. Bliss National Cemeterywith full Military Honors.
El Paso Times - December 4 2001

LOERA, REFUGIO LEDESMA
In memory of our dad now you are with our Lord, resting in peace.We love you and always will. We will always cherish our memories with you and never forget you. You will always be inour hearts and in our thoughts. Love always, your children and grandchildren we love you! REFUGIO LEDESMA LOERA, 78,passed away Saturday December 01, 2001. He was born July 4, 1923 and was a longtime resident of El Paso. Mr. Loera ispreceded in death by his sons: Antonio Jordan Loera and Thomas Loera. He is survived by his wife Elisa Jordan Loera,daughters: Josie L. Diaz, Elisa L. Del Rio, Gloria L. Diaz, Anna Castaneda, and Irma Apodaca, and sons: Michael Loeraand Johnny Loera. Other survivors include eighteen grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. He will be greatlymissed by his family and friends. Visitation was Monday December 03, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. to 9 p.m. with a Rosary at 7:00p.m. at Mt. Carmel Funeral Home Chapel. There will be a mass at 9:00 a.m. Tuesday December 04, 2001 at Saints Peter andPaul Catholic Church. Interment will be at Mt. Carmel Cemetery.
El Paso Times - December 42001

Olivas, Roderick R.
61, passed away Monday, December 3, 2001. Lifelong El Paso residentand member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Mr. Olivas retired from the Texas State Highway Department aftermore than 30 years of service. Preceded in death by father Roderick E. Olivas. Survived by mother Mary Lucille T.Olivas, son Rodney A. Olivas and wife Yvette M., daughter Nanette M. Olivas, brothers Edmond and Edward Olivas. Mr.Olivas will lie in state Wednesday from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home Montana. Rosary Service will beheld at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held at 9:00 a.m. Thursday at Our Lady of GuadalupeCatholic Church. Burial at Evergreen East Cemetery. "Our Dad was loved and he will be greatly missed and will remain inour hearts forever."
El Paso Times - December 4 2001

Rose, Pauline Hethcoat
93, passed away on Sunday December 2, 2001. She was born inHuntsville, Alabama, grew up in Sulpher Springs, Texas. Graduated from Texas Women's University in 1929 when it wasknown as College of Industrial Arts or CIA. Mrs. Rose was not only beloved as wife, mother and grandmother but was agifted artist, teacher, and military wife.She was a former president of the Officer's Wives Club and Park FoothillsGarden Club. She had been Director of Religious Education at Fort Bliss and Blssed Sacrament Church as well as a RedCross volunteer, children's art teacher and religious education teacher for both children andadults. Preceded in deathby her husband, Col. Buel T. Rose. She is survived by her children, LTC (USA Ret.) Buel Trenton Rose and his wifeShirley of Copperas Cove, TX., Paula Rose Russo and her husband Joe, of El Paso, grandchildren Lee Feero, Little-ton,CO., Mary Evans, Jean McDowell, Carol Kafferle and Amy Rose, of Fort Worth, TX., Sam Russo Brattleboro, VT., and PaulRusso Lewisville, TX., one sister Jean H. Taylor of El Paso, eight great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.Visitation will be from 4 pm to 9 pm on Wednesday, December 5, 2001 at Sunset Funeral Home-N.E. located at 4631 HondoPass. A rosary will also be held at the funeral home chapel on Wednesday at 7 pm. Mass will be on Thursday, December 6,2001 at 10 am at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. Father Stephen Peters will officiate. Interment will be at FortBliss National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Annuciation House at 1003 E. San AntonioSt, El Paso, Texas 79901.
El Paso Times - December 4 2001

WATERS, JAMES EDWARD
passed away Saturday, December 1, 2001 at the age of 71.He was bornJune 25, 1930 to Sallie Davis Waters. He was a graduate of Campbell H.S. in Daytona Beach, FL., and holds a bachelor'sdegree from Florida A&M University in Tallahassee, FL James retired from the military after 20 years of service. Hewas a veteran of Vietnam and Korea. His duty assignments included Syracuse, NY; Pittsburgh, PA; Germany; Ft. Campbell,KY; Ft. Sill, OK and Ft. Hood, TX. His last duty assignment was with the Allied Student Battalion at Ft. Bliss, TX. Heearned a master's degree in Education Administration and Supervision from UTEP. Following his military service he workedfor the El Paso Job Corps as a basic Education Director and as a member of the High Performance Team with the Departmentof Labor. He was a member of Mountain View Baptist Church, Gideon's International, DAV Post #187, VFW #2451, pastpresident of the PTA, and Scouts of America. Surviving family includes his loving wife of 45 plus years, Genevieve; 3sons, Kenneth L., Anthony J. and William P. and daughter, Natalie Marie, sisters, Margaret and Naomi and a host offamily and friends. Visitation will be Wednesday, December 5th, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. in Kaster-Maxon & FutrellFuneral Home, 8817 Dyer. Funeral service will be 12 noon, Thursday, December 6th, at Mountain View Baptist Church withBrother Gib Allen officiating. Interment will follow in Fort Bliss National Cemetery with military honorsaccorded.
El Paso Times - December 4 2001

ACOSTA, CARLOS CHAVES SR.,
87 of Tempe, Arizona passed away on Saturday, December 1,2001.Carlos served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was a loving husband and devoted father. He is preceded in deathby his wife, Cruz Acosta and is survived by his son, Carlos Acosta, Jr. and daughter-in-law, Crystal Acosta, both ofTempe, AZ., and sister Maria Molina of El Paso. Visitation will be on Wednesday, December 5, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. until9:00 p.m. with the rosary service at 6:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home-Central Chapel. Funeral mass will be Thursday,December 6, 2001 at 9:30 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Interment at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with militaryhonors.
El Paso Times - December 5 2001

ARMAS, PATRICIO JR.,
67, passed away Monday, December 3, 2001. He was a resident of ElPaso, Texas for over 30 years. Mr. Armas was a self employed landscaper and owner of Rosdale Lawn Mower Repair Service.He was a member of the Masonic Lodge and a veteran of the United States Army. Preceded in death by his father PatricioArmas. Left to cherish his memory is his wife Rosa Maria Armas, his sons Mario Armas, Carlos Armas, Gilberto Armas,Victor Vidaurre and his daughter Yoland Armas; 12 grandchildren and 2 great grand-children; his mother Maria SabinaArmas; brothers Lorenzo Armas, Ernesto Armas, and Joe Armas; sisters Gloria Rubio, Maria Elena Grout, and GuadalupeVillalobos; along with several friends and family. Visitation will be from 3 to 9 on Wednesday, December 5, 2001 atSunset Funeral Home-East. The funeral service will be recited at 6 pm on Wednesday at Sunset Funeral Home Chapel ofPeace. Interment will be at Holy Sepulcher Cemetery in Orange, California under the direction of Fair Haven Funeral Homein Tustin, California. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-East located at 750 N. Carolina.
El Paso Times - December 5 2001

YIP, BENJAMIN
72, passed away Sunday, December 2, 2001. Born in Laredo, TX, he was alifetime resident of El Paso. During his career, he was employed by El Paso Public Schools, Durham Business College andSunset Inn. He retired in 1996. Passionate about music, he enjoyed singing and playing his piano. Left to cherish hisloving memory are his daughter, Sharon Elaine Williams of Virginia, brothers - Samuel Yip, Alfonzo Yip and Alberto Yip -and sisters - Elisa Baxter, Dora Toman, Mary Helen Allen, Clemencia Sare, Esther Campos, Virginia Sun, Rebekah Lee,Pamela Valle and many nieces and nephews. Visit-ation will be Thursday from 1 pm to 3:30 pm with service at 2 pm at ElPaso Mission Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Diabetes Assoc. or National KidneyFoundation.
El Paso Times - December 5 2001

CORTEZ, ROSALIA
40, passed away on Saturday, December 01, 2001. She was a long timeresident of El Paso and a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. She was a 911 operator for the El Paso PoliceDepartment. She was also a Desert Storm Veteran for the U.S. Army and active in the reserves. Ms. Cortez is survived byher sons, Solomon Byrd, Julius Sweeney; and her mother, Manuela Cortez. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December05, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home East Chapel with a Rosary at 7:00p.m. A funeral mass will beheld on Thursday, December 06, 2001 at 11:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Burial will take place atFt. Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - December 5 2001

DOMINGUEZ, PILAR
64, passed away Monday, December 3, 2001. He was a life time resident ofSocorro, Texas. Left to cherish his memory are his sons Anthony R. Dominguez and Edward J. Dominguez. 3 Grandchildrenand 1 great grandchild, brothers Narciso Dominguez, Juan Dominguez, and Carlos Dominguez; sisters Lupe Marestein, MariaElisa Torres, Angie Hernandez, Concha Moreno, Estella Gamboa, Dolores Hernandez, and Aurora Rodriguez, along withseveral friends and family. Visitation will be from 4 to 9 on Wednesday, December 5, 2001 at La Purisima Church theSocorro Mission located at 328 N. Nevarez. Rosary will be recited at 7:00 pm on Wednesday. The Mass of Resurrection willbe held on Thursday, December 6, 2001 at 1:30 pm at La Purisima Church Socorro Mission. Following the mass will be theinterment at Socorro Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Richard Rodriguez, Abraham Hernandez, Charlie Dominguez, AlfredTorres, Eduardo Morestein, Johnny R. Hernandez, Saul Dominguez, and Gilbert Gamboa. Services entrusted to Sunset FuneralHome-East located at 750 N. Carolina.
El Paso Times - December 5 2001

Heller, Jon Lewis
61, passed away on Sunday, December 2, 2001 after a valiant battle withcancer. His positive attitude and spirit served as an inspiration to his fellow cancer patients, his family and friends.Jon, beloved husband, father, son, brother and friend is survived by his wife, Josefina (Fifi), son, Dareck, hisparents, Harriet and Joseph Heller, brothers, Robert (June), Richard (Andy), and Gary Heller. He is also survived by hisloving extended family: Gloria Gelfand, Louis J. and Marian Gelfand, and Jacqueline and Jeff Elliott. Born in Kingsport,TN, Jon was a resident of El Paso for the past 31 years. He owned and operated Kern Place Florist. He was a caringmember of our community. He was a former member of the Chamizal Rotary Club and the Westside Rotary Club, where he was aPaul Harris Fellow. He was a member ofthe Borderline Woodturners, and past president of both the El Paso Floral Alliedand Temple Mt. Sinai Men's Club. He was also a member of the West Texas-New Mexico Florist, N.M. State Florist and TexasState Florist Associations. Known for his ponytail, Jon loved the outdoors, particularly fishing and skiing. Heexpressed his love for art through his woodturning,art collections, photography, and floral designs. Jon was alwayssurrounded by loving friends and family - had a joy for life that was contagious. His wonderful smile, contagious laugh,and mischievous pranks were a hallmark. Jon was a gentle and special man. Services will be held Wednesday, December 5,2001 at Temple Mt. Sinai, at 1:00 p.m. Richard Heller, Robert Heller, Gary Heller, Henry Benning, Dave Branch, WalterChayes, Bruce Hubbard, and JamesArthur Lyle will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will include Dr. JamieArbona, Tanny Berg, Dr. Walter Feinberg, Ron Futrell, Nat Holzer, Dr. Boris Kaim, Abie Kupfer, Dr. Al Morris, DanielSonnen, Jon Sonnen, Jerry Sliger, Moshe Yardeni and Jim Youngston. Memorial contributions may be made to Temple Mt.Sinai, 4408 N. Stanton, El Paso, TX 79902.
El Paso Times - December 5 2001

McDonald, 'Angelita' Portillo
Beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother,passed away Monday, December 3, 2001. Angelita was a loving homemaker and throughout the years worked with Franklin's,Glass Apparel, Lynn's Apparel and was a co-founder of McDonald Iron Works. She was born in Aldama, Chih., Mx. January18, 1914 to Tranquilina and Andres Portillo. She was preceded in death by her husband Jose McDonald and her son Dr.Carlos McDonald. Survived by her loving children and their families: Lucy Hildebrandt, husband Bud; Jose McDonald Jr.,wife Alma; Edward McDonald, wife Libby; James McDonald, wife Mary; Micaela Ortega, husband Isaac; Frank McDonald anddaughter-in- law Armida A. McDonald; and also survived by 27 grandchildren and 36 great- grandchildren. Pallbearers -Jose McDonald Jr., James McDonald, Edward McDonald, Frank McDonald, Charles McDonald, Issac Ortega Jr. and BudHildebrandt. The Family would like to thank Dr. Songbandith, Outreach Svcs, Hospice of El Paso and the many caringfriends and family for theirhelp and kindness with our Mom. Visitation will be Wednesday December 5th, 2001 from 2:00 pmto 6:00 pm at Mt. Carmel Funeral Home Chapel. Rosary will follow at Guardian Angel Catholic Church at 7:30 pm. FuneralMass will be held at Guardian Angel Catholic Church on Thursday December 6th, 2001 at 1:00 pm. Burial will follow at Mt.Carmel Cemetery. She will be greatly missed by family and friends. We will always love you!
ElPaso Times - December 5 2001

TREJO, MARY
67, passed away Saturday, December 1, 2001 in a local hospital. She was lifelong resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Trejo is preceded in death by her husband Monico L.Trejo, Monico Trejo Jr., and Corina Trejo. Sons, Jimmy Trejo, and Raymundo Trejo, daughters, Mary Lou Holguin, RebeccaGonzales and Maria Rodriguez, 9 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, brothers, Lorenzo (Blackie) Gonzalez, TonyGonzalez, Joe Gonzalez and Ramon Gonzalez, sisters, Nena Lozoya, Paula Gonzalez, Eugenia Gonzalez and Irma Gonzalez.Visitation will be Wednesday at 2 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Wednesdayat 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Thursday at 10:00 a.m. at La Purisima Catholic Church. Familymembers will serve as pallbearers. Interment will be in Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOMECAROLINA. 1060 Carolina Drive. 598-3332.
El Paso Times - December 5 2001

BALE, LORAYNE HOUSE
79, passed away Tuesday, December 4, 2001 in El Paso. Lorayne workedfor Chevron for over 30 years. She loved animals, was an avid collector. She was well known for her breeding of showhorses and show cats and of being a very hard worker. Lorayne is survived by her daughter Cheri Shehan of Dallas, Texas,friends Maria Macias, Linda Medrano, Gloria Padilla, Sylvia Pieper, Marge, a friend from California, and cousins Kay andYolanda from Illinois. Visitation will be held Thursday, December 6, 2001 from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at MartinFuneral Home West. Funeral service will be held Friday, December 7, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. at Martin Funeral Home West withDeacon Ralph Solis officiating. Pallbearers will be Armando Macias, Jr., Armando Macias, Armando Medrano, DavidMartinez, Beto Martinez, Barry Chavez, and Bob Phillips. Interment will follow at Memory Gardens of the ValleyCemetery.
El Paso Times - December 6 2001

BOGS, RICHARD JOHN JR.
of Beaumont died Tuesday, December 4, 2001 at Christus St.Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont. Funeral services will be at 11:00 AM Saturday, December 8, 2001, at Broussard's onMcFaddin in Beaumont with burial to follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PMThursday and Friday evenings at the mortuary. A native of Houston, Texas, he lived in Beaumont for 15 years and was aretired Master Sergeant of the United States Air Force and a retired supervisor for the Social Security Administration.He was also a veteran of the Korean and Vietnam wars. He is survived by his wife, Margaret Bogs of Beaumont; daughters,Carol MacLeod of Chaparral, New Mexico, Debbie Buss of Colorado Springs, Co, Barbara Noland of Los Cruces, New Mexico,and Kathy Smith of Watertown, NY; son, Richard J. "Rick" Bogs, III of Beaumont; step-sons, David Nantz of Burnet andBobby Nantz of Beaumont; sister, Betty Lester of Shreveport, LA; sixteen grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
El Paso Times - December 6 2001

Eckman, Martha Frances Campbell
retired educator, passed away on Tuesday, December 4,2001 in El Paso. She was born on April 28, 1924 in Amarillo, Texas, the daughter of Ray and Mattie (Potts) Campbell. Shewas a graduate of Canyon High School, Texas Christian University (B.S. in 1944) and the University of Texas at Austin(M.A. in 1958). She was married to Fred Eckman in 1961 and taught at Pan American University in Texas and Bowling GreenState University in Ohio. While at BGSU she established one of the first technical writing programs in the United Statesand later taught effective writing and communications to Federal Government employees across the Southwest. She wasknown as a pedagogue, poet, pilot, political pundit and people lover. A resident of El Paso since 1980, she was precededin death by her parents in 1974 and 1976 and her husband in 1996. She is survived by her sister and brother-in- law,Jane and Olli Buchanan of Oklahoma City, their children and grandchildren, her good friend Frank Hill, numerous cousins,a host of loyal soul mates, and many former students. A memorial service will be held Thursday, December 6, 2001 at 2:00P.M. at Park Hills Christian Church, 5701 North Alabama.
El Paso Times - December 62001

Gallardo, Ramon
70, passed away Tuesday, December 4, 2001. Lifelong resident of El Paso,Texas. Mr. Gallardo was a U.S. Air Force (Ret) Veteran of Korea and Vietnam who served for twenty-one years in theMilitary. He also retired from the City of El Paso after nineteen years of service. Preceded in death by wife Silvina B.Gallardo. Survived by sons Ramon Gallardo Jr., Frank and wife Terry Gallardo, David Gallardo and Michael Gallardo,daughter Maria Elena Gallardo, grandchildren Jacob Gallardo, Nathaniel Gallardo and Madeline (Maddie) Gallardo, brotherLuis C. Gallardo, sister Mary G. Salazar. Thank you for being our father and a loving husband to our mother, with ourlove, your children. Rest in Peace. Mr. Gallardo will lie in state Thursday, November 6, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00p.m. at Martin Funeral Home. Rosary Service will be at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, December 6, 2001 at Martin Chapel. FuneralMass will be held at 1:00 p.m. at St. Pius X Catholic Church. Burial at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with MilitaryHonors.
El Paso Times - December 6 2001

HERNANDEZ, MIGUEL C. SR
75, passed away Tuesday, December 4, 2001 in a local hospital.He was a longtime resident of El Paso. Mr. Hernandez retired from Asarco Refinery. He is survived by his wife, LorenzaC. Hernandez. Sons, Tito, Elias, Miguel, Jr., Angel, Trinidad, Alfredo and Abel Hernandez. Daughters, Gloria Hernandez,Estella de Santiago, Alicia Schaffino, Leocadia Hernandez, Armida Dominguez, Juanita McCarthy and Rosie Ochoa. 31Grandchildren and 15 Great Grandchildren. Brother, Lorenzo Hernandez. Sisters, Anselma Aguayo, Reyes Salcido, ApolinarHernandez, Enedina Rodriguez and Catalina Hernandez. Visitation will be Friday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at HillcrestFuneral Home - Doniphan Chapel. Prayer Service will be Friday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Cremation services will beheld. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME - DONIPHAN. 5054 DONIPHAN DR. 587-0202.
El PasoTimes - December 6 2001

Mahon, Wakefield Gordon Sr.,
79, passed away Friday, November 30, 2001 in a localhospital. He was a long time resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Mahon was a Field Engineer forthe Civic Service. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Leonard Fitzmaurice Mahon, james henry Mahon, sisters, EdnaFrancis, Muriel Elaine Mahon. He is survived by his wife Virginia Gladys Mahon. Son, W. Gordon Mahon Jr., daughters,Sharon Michelle Duren, Elizabeth Marie Mahon, 7 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, brother, John Edwy Mahon, sisters,gladys Elizabeth Peters, Maria Yvonne Mahon. Visitation will be Thursday at 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home -Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Thursday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Friday at 11:30a.m. at St. Raphael Catholic Church. Family members will serve as pallbearers. Interment will will be in Ft. BlissNational Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME - CAROLINA. 1060 Carolina Drive. 598-3332.
El Paso Times - December 6 2001

Pollan, Lois Bryan,
96, passed away Dec. 4, 2001. She was preceded in death by husband;T.A. Pollan, one brother; J.C. Bryan, and two sisters; Margaret Pitman and Ruth Brooks. She is survived by 1 God child;Katy L. Wally of Florida, 4 sisters: Mrs. Herbert "Mae" Medford of Avery, Texas, John C. "Georgia" Newton of Idalou,Texas, Mrs. W. W. "Gracie" Schubert of Monterey Park, Calif. and Mrs. W. H. "Dorothy" Warthan of Sheridan, Texas. Aformer Fabens resident. Funeral service December 7, at 10:00 a.m. at Avery Methodist Church. Interment in AveryCemetery. Directed by Clarksville, Funeral Home. Phone: 1 903-427-2244.
El Paso Times - December6 2001

Rando, Dominick J.
U.S. Army Master Sgt. (Ret.), 87, passed away Tuesday, December 4,2001, in his home. He was born in New Orleans, LA. He was a decorated veteran of World War II and Korea and his dutystations included Fort Sill, OK, WSMR, NM, and Fort Greeley, Alaska. He retired to El Paso in 1965. He then worked for,and retired from Civil Service at Fort Bliss, TX, following which he owned a self-service carwash in Northeast El Paso.Preceded in death by his wife, the love of his life for 45 years, Sue L. Rando, and by his grandson, Scott Lewicke. Heis survived by his daughter, K. Tracy Martin and her husband, Howard and his son, Richard W. Rando, three grandchildren,Jessica Martin (Austin, TX), Cooper Rando and Parker Rando (El Paso, TX), three step-grandchildren, Giles Martin(Chaparral, NM), Mica Martin Bebee (San Antonio, TX), and Cheryl Martin Manning (Las Vegas, NV), and by his step- greatgranddaughter, Jessalynn Z. Bebee (San Antonio, TX). He is also survived by his sister, Rose, (New Orleans, LA) and byhis dearest friends, Burt and Jo Blacksher (El Paso, TX) and their children, Amy (Dallas, TX), Eric and his wife,Jennifer (El Paso, TX) and Ian (El Paso, TX). Graveside services will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, December 7, atFort Bliss National Cemetery with full military honors to be accorded. In lieu of flowers, the family requests thatdonations be made to Hospice of El Paso or to a favorite charity. Services entrusted to Kaster-Maxon & FutrellFuneral Home.
El Paso Times - December 6 2001

Reade, Lilia Inez Arrambide
devoted wife and mother passed away Tuesday, December 4,2001. Mrs. Reade was a lifelong resident of El Paso. She was a graduate of El Paso High School and was involved innumerous civic and community activities. She is survived by her husband Luis Ponce Reade, daughters Lilia PatriciaPellicano, Sandra Corina Lockwood, Cynthia Ann Gallardo, Laura Louise Acosta, Nancy Yvette Cortez. Sons-in-law, DeweyLockwood II, Mark Gallardo, Gerald Acosta, Raymond Cortez. Grandchildren are Dewey Lockwood III, Gino Luigi R.Pellicano, Anthony Michael R. Pellicano, Samantha Barnhart, Gerald Acosta, Jr., Jessica Reade Gallardo, Johnathan LuisAcosta, and Samuel Reade Cortez. Great Grandson, Hunter James Jordan, and her sister Maria Arrambide Correa. She waspreceded in death by her parents, Lilia & Jesus Arrambide, and her brother Jesus Arrambide, II. Funeral Mass will beThursday at 12 noon at St. Pius Catholic Church. She was the light and love of our lives and her love will alwayssurround her family and friends. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME -CAROLINA. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598-3332.
El Paso Times - December 6 2001

ROJO, AGAPITO C.
61, passed away Saturday, December 1, 2001 in Coleman, Texas. He was alongtime resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Rojo was a construction worker. He had beenreunited with his wife, Bertha F. Rojo. Mr. Rojo is survived by his son, Jose Rojo. Daughters, Hilda R. Stolte, RebeccaGallegos, Genoveva Cano and Yolanda A. Romero. 9 Grandchildren and 1 Great Grandchild. Brother, Benjamin Rojo. Sisters,Rebecca Rojo-Keene and Rosa Isela Cortez and other relatives and friends. Visitation will be Friday from 2 p.m. to 9p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Friday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel.Funeral Mass will be Saturday at 9 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church, 7424 Mimosa St. Members of the family will serve aspallbearers. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME - CAROLINA. 1060CAROLINA DR. 598-3332.
El Paso Times - December 6 2001

ROPER, MARGARET D.
86, passed away on Tuesday, December 4, 2001. She was born on October24, 1915 in Omaha, Nebraska. Mrs. Roper had been a resident of El Paso since 1944. Her tribute in life was her unselfishlove and dedication to her husband, children and all whose lives she touched. Her's was a life of caring for others. Shewas a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church and an active member of the Christ Child Society and Roncalli for over 40years. She received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Education in 1971. She is preceded in death by her husband, JohnH. Roper and three sisters. Margaret is survived by her brother, John Dolan of Whiting, Maine, her children; JudithMarrou of Georgetown, TX., John S. Roper of Brenham, TX., Timothy L. Roper of Victoria, TX. and Margaret Cromwell of ElPaso, TX. Other survivors include 10 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Visitation will be on Friday, December 7,2001 from 4:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. with the rosary service at 6:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home-Central. Funeral Masswill be Saturday, December 8, 2001 at 9:30 A.M. at St. Raphael's Catholic Church, 2301 Zanzibar. Pallbearers Ben F.Marrou, Ben A. Marrou, Timothy L. Roper, John S. Roper, Jason W. Heil and Gerald E. Cromwell. Burial at Mt. CarmelCemetery. The family wishes to offer their deepest gratitude to all of those who gave support and loving care during ourtime of need. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Christ Child Society c/o Phyllis Pickett8317 Hopewell Drive, El Paso, TX 79925.
El Paso Times - December 6 2001

VILLALOBOS, GUMERCINDA
93, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2001 at her residence. She issurvived by her sons: Viviano Villalobos (Anita), Sabino Villalobos, Vicente Villalobos (Cruz), Margarito Villalobos(Rosa). Daughters: Rosa Manes and Petra Ramirez. Twenty eight grandchildren, 53 great-grandchildren and 36 great-great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held Thursday, Dec. 6, 2001 in Santa Teresita Catholic Church, 3400 Zapal St., 79922,from 6:15 PM to 9 PM where praying of the Rosary will start at 7:00 PM. Funeral Mass will be held in Santa TeresitaChurch Friday, Dec. 7, 2001 at 10:00 AM. Burial will follow in Smeltertown Cemetery. Pallbearers will be members of thefamily. Sincere thanks are extended to Hospice of El Paso visiting nurse Gloria Schotten and also Dr. Javier Corral forall his special attention. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of El Paso, 3901 N. Mesa St., El Paso, Texas79902. Funeral arrangements under direction of San Jose Funeral Home, 601 S. Virginia St., El Paso, Texas 79901, 915-532-1856.
El Paso Times - December 6 2001

SEDDON, ERNEST ALFRED JOSEPH JR.
91, died November 29, 2001, Washington, D.C., InglesidePresbyterian Home after two years residence. "Al" Seddon married Ruth Mary Wehmeyer, in El Paso, July 21, 1935,surviving widow. He graduated from El Paso High, College of Mines, University of Texas - Austin, and Austin PresbyterianSeminary. Fully bi- lingual, he ministered to Spanish-speaking churches in Gulf, Palacios, Bay City, Texas. Taught asprofessor/principal at Tex-Mex Institute, Kingsville. Ministered to Spanish-speaking churches in Gonzales and Austin,later functioning as executive secretary of the Latin American work, Synod of Texas. Pastor in English-speaking churchesin San Saba, with two years of mission work in Morelia, Mexico, followed by English-speaking churches in Big Spring, LaFeria, and Refugio. Upon retirement, continued full-time volunteer work in Spanish speaking churches, El Paso, Dallas,volunteering as chaplain, Grace Presbyterian Home, Dallas.
El Paso Times - December 72001

TROYE, RICHARD EUGENE
was born on November 9, 1939 and passed away unexpectedly onNovember 29, 2001. He was the son of William George and Gladys Troye of Reno, Nevada. He was a lifelong resident of ElPaso having worked as a truck driver for Old El Paso Company for 14 years. He had worked for Abbott Transportation andcurrently worked for Bendor Transportation based out of Reno, Nevada. His passion was traveling on our nation's highwaycross country as a truck driver. He had been driving safely for over 25 years and was known as "Jose" on the CB Radio.He loved reading and watching old western, cowboy movies. He was John Wayne's biggest fan and was a cowboy who lovedhorses. Most importantly, he was a proud and devoted father and a very loving husband. His sense of humor made peoplesmile and there wasn't a thing he couldn't do if he set his mind to it. He is survived by his only daughter, OliviaTroye and his wife Marie Troye. Other survivors include his father William Troye and eleven brothers and sisters;Johannas, Ronald, Martin, William F., Julie, Lesta, Lila, Sally, Theresa, Randi, and Linda. Visitation will be Fridayfrom 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Doniphan Chapel. Recitation of the Rosary will be Friday at 7 p.m. atHillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Saturday at 11:30 a.m. at St. Luke's Catholic Church. Interment will follow inMemory Gardens of the Valley, Santa Teresa, NM. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME - DONIPHAN. 5054 DONIPHAN DR.598-3332.
El Paso Times - December 7 2001

de Hernandez, Lucia Urias,
97, passed away Wednesday, December 5, 2001 in Houston, TX.Mrs. Hernandez was born in Camargo, Chihuahua, Mexico April 13, 1904. She came to El Paso in 1920 with her family, thenmarried and a raised family of her own. She loved to read poetry and to listen to music. She was the family historianand we will miss all of her stories about the Hernandez and Urias families. She leaves a legacy of high values foreducation and hard work. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Preceded in death by herdaughter Magdalena and her son Edmundo; sisters Adela Luna and Juana Rodriguez; brothers Librado, Marcelino,Donaciano,and Tomas Urias. She is survived by her husband Francisco; daughters Olivina Reza, Marta Dominguez, Armida Hernandez,and Josefina Perez; sons Ruben, Abelardo, and Francisco Hernandez; 33 grandchildren; 61 great grand children, and 14great great grandchildren. Visitation will be Sunday, December 9 from 4 to 9 p.m. with Rosary at 7 p.m. at Mt. FranklinFuneral Home (3707 Pershing Drive). Mass of Resurrection will at St. Joseph's Catholic Church Monday at 10 a.m. withinterment to follow at Evergreen East Cemetery. Her loving grandchildren will act as pallbearers.
El Paso Times - December 8 2001

VERA, ELVA T.
66, lifelong resident of El Paso passed away Wednesday December 05, 2001.She was born in Delicias, Chihuahua Mexico on May 10, 1935. Mrs. Vera is survived by her daughters Alicia Vera-Leyva,Evangelina Montenegro and Martha M. Moreno. She leaves behind her granddaughter Jessica Moreno. Visitation will beMonday December 10, 2001 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM with a rosary at 7:00 PM at Mt Carmel Funeral Home Chapel located at1755 N. Zaragosa. Mass will be Tuesday December 11, 2001 at 10:00 AM at San Felipe De Jesus Catholic Church. Intermentwill be at Mt Carmel Cemetery. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
El PasoTimes - December 8 2001

Zubia, Anita Lopez
75, owner of Rosa's Cantina passed away on December 7, 2001. She was alife long resident of El Paso. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother & great grandmother. Mrs. Zubia waspreceded in death by her parents Agustin Lopez & Esther Lopez, brothers Agustin Lopez Jr., Miguel Lopez, sistersMaria Elena Mata, Esther Lopez and Gloria L. Perez. She is survived by her husband Roberto (Beto) Zubia. Her sonsRoberto Zubia Jr., and his wife Rosa Zubia, Michael Zubia, Raul Zubia and his wife Carmen Zubia. Daughters, Dora LuzSanchez and her husband Ernesto Sanchez, Anita Lerma and her husband Angel Lerma, Sandra Lerma and her husband JoseLerma. 18 Grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren. Brothers Ruben Lopez, Beto Lopez, sisters Beatrice Lopez & RosaMaria Duran. Mrs. Zubia will lie in state Sunday, December 9th, at Hillcrest Funeral Home from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.Rosary service will be held Sunday, December 9th at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home, 5054 Doniphan. Funeral Mass willbe held Monday, December 10th, at 10:00 a.m. at Santa Teresita Church, 3401 Zapal. Pallbearers will be Louie Zubia,Ernesto Sanchez Jr., Martin Lerma, Alfred Sanchez, Chris Zubia, Michael Zubia Jr., Angel Lerma Jr., Roberto Zubia III.Honorary Pallbearers will be Omar Zubia & Raul Zubia Jr., Interment will be in Memory Gardens of the ValleyCemetery. Arrangements by Hillcrest Funeral Home Doniphan Dr. 5054 Doniphan Dr. 587-0202
El PasoTimes - December 9 2001

Gladden, Colby Lee
67, of El Paso, died Friday, December 7, 2001 at his home. He was bornin Van Buren, AR., August 29, 1934, son of Ed and Martha Gladden of Stillwell, OK. He retired from the U.S, Air Force in1972 as a SMSGT(E-8) after 21 years of service. He is survived by his wife, Jeanette Gladden; daughter, Anna L. Gladden;son, Colby G. Gladden and his wife, Olga; and granddaughter Dianna A. Gladden, all of El Paso; stepson, Chris Hull, wifeJackie, and grandson, Cameron, San Antonio, TX; granddaughters, Teri and Toni, and three great granddaughters, Ashlee,D.J., and Allie, Greeley, Co.; brothers, George Gladden, Stillwell, OK.; Bill Gladden, Ponca City, OK; Hoy Gladden,Stillwell, OK.; James Gladden, Wagoner, OK.; sisters, Lucy Wilhite, Mary Collins, and Harriet Bays, all of Stillwell,OK. Visitation will be held on Monday, December 10, 2001 from 4:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home West.Services will be held at Martin Funeral Home West Tuesday, December 11, 2001 at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow at FortBliss National Cemetery with military honors.
El Paso Times - December 9 2001

Baggett, Mabel Ruth
81, of El Paso passed away Thursday, December 6, 2001 in El Paso,Texas. She was a homemaker and a longtime resident of El Paso. Survivors include her son, William Edward Baggett anddaughter-in-law, Judith F. Baggett. Her daughter, Barbara Ann Regan and son-in-law, E.J. Regan. Grandchildren: LauraBaggett and Lacey Baggett. Brother, Phillip Dotson, and sister, Gertrude Rathgeber. Services are scheduled as follows:Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday, December 9th, 2001 in the Chapel of Peace at Sunset Funeral Home-East. Prayer Service will be held at 7 p.m. on Sunday, December 9th, 2001 at Sunset Funeral Home-East. Graveside serviceat 10 a.m. on Monday, December 10th, 2001 at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with Pastor Tom Broom, officiating. Intermentat 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 - December 9 2001

HENRY, LESTER L.
84, passed away December 5, 2001, born on November 28, 1917 in Roby,Texas. Mr. Henry attended Texas Tech College, and served as a Navy Aviator in the Asiatic Pacific and American Theater,he was a veteran of WWII as a Lt., member of the Navy Scouting Squads Associations, (VS-70) retirees, retired from theEl Paso Natural Gas Co. after 37 years. Member of New Hope Lutheran Church and See Saws/Star Dusters Square Dance Club.He is survived by his wife of 59 years Isabell M. Henry, sons Milton & wife Kathy, Steven and wife Peggy Henry, fourgrandchildren and one great grandson. Mr. Henry will lie in state Monday December 10, 2001 at Kaster Maxon & FutrellFuneral Home, 8817 Dyer from 11:00 a.m. till service time. Funeral Service will be at 1:15 p.m. with Pastor EdwardPetersen officiating. Interment will be at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery, with Military Honors.
ElPaso Times - December 9 2001

Estrada, Frank H.
78, passed away December 5, 2001 a lifetime Fabens resident and anagent for American National Insurance for 40 yrs. He is survived by 2 sons; Ricardo and Frank Estrada; 5 daughters;Josefina Estrada, and Mary Estrada, Lucy Estrada, Alicia Estrada and Rebecca Estrada. 7 Great Grandchildren, and 2brothers. Visitation Sunday in Hampton Valley Mortuary Chapel from 2 to 5 p.m. Rosary Service 7:00 p.m. in Our Lady ofGuadalupe Catholic Church, where the funeral mass will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday. Pallbearers and Honorary Pallbearers willbe grandchildren; David Estrada, Frank Hernandez, Isaac Hernandez, Ricardo Gandera, Rolando Gandara, Luis Sublasky,Frank Estrada, Patrick Estrada, Dominick Estrada, Beverly Estrada, Mary Alice Estrada, Veronica Gandara. Interment inFabens Catholic Cemetery. Directed by Hampton Valley Mortuary.
El Paso Times - December 92001

Perry, Delma Dean Sr.,
63 passed away on Thursday, December 6, 2001. He was a long timeresident of El Paso. Mr. Perry is survived by his wife, Marie Perry, son, Del Perry Jr., daughter, Lisa Rush, and 5grandchildren. He is also survived by his mother, Margaret Tatum, and brothers, James Perry and Wayne Perry. Visitationwill be held on Sunday, December 9, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home East. A chapel servicewill be held on Monday December 10, 2001 at 9:00 a.m. at Martin Funeral Home East. Interment will take place at a laterdate in Pell City Alabama. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or the Victory BaptistChurch Building Fund.
El Paso Times - December 9 2001

SCHMITZ, JOHN N. SR.
75 of El Paso, Texas passed away December 7, 2001 after a briefillness. Mr. Schmitz, the son of the late Robert John and Nettie King Schmitz is survived by his wife Wanda Lee; 3children, son John Jr. and his wife, Sue, of Toney, Alabama, daughters Cynthia Schmitz and Rebecca McKenzie and herhusband, Prince, of El Paso; 5 Grandchildren Davis Schmitz and wife, Shawna, of Huntsville, Alabama, Jonathan Schmitzand wife Cynthia, of Monterey, California, Matthew Schmitz of Huntsville, Alabama, Jennifer McKenzie and Miriam McKenzieof El Paso, Texas; 2 Great-Grandchildren Carter Davis Schmitz and Olivia Wilson Schmitz; brother Robert King Schmitz ofDallas, Texas and numerous nieces and nephews. John was a U.S. Navy World War II veteran and a graduate of SouthernMethodist University. John spent many years as a Methodist Missionary in South America, had worked as an engineer withthe Saturn 5 Space Program and taught math at Riverside High School in El Paso for 17 years. He was an inventor and heldone patent. John was a member of Trinity First United Methodist Church. A memorial service will be held at the TrinityFirst United Methodist Church at 2:00 PM on December 10, 2001 with Dr. Brodace Elkins and Dr. Ed Williamson conductingthe service. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made in his name to the Salvation Army or theUnited Methodist Childrens Home. Services entrusted to SUNSET FUNERAL HOME - EAST.
El Paso Times-December 9 2001

CARTER, CW4 KEITH E.
(RET.)74, passed away on December 6, 2001. He was a longtimeresident of El Paso. He served in the U.S. Navy and retired as a Chief Warrant Officer with the U.S. Army. He wasawarded Legion of Merit, Bronze Stars, Joint SVC Comm Med, Army Comm Med and Meritorious Unit Cit., active in the ElksClub and the Horseless Carriage Assoc. Mr. Carter is preceded in death by his son Steven P. Carter. He is survived byhis wife, Nadine Carter; son and daughter-in-law, Jeffrey A. and Cecilia A. Carter; grandchildren, Jerry W. Stewart,Krystie Carter and Max Carter; brothers, Loren Carter of Sacramento, CA., and Robert Carter of San Antonio, TX.Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 9th from 5:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home East. A funeralservice will be held on Monday, December 10th at 12:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home East-Chapel with interment to followat Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please send memorial contributions to the Parkinson's Association, 60Bay Street, Staten Island, NY. 10301. Masters from Centenary College and Louisiana Tech. She was an elementary teacherin East Baton Rouge Parrish Louisiana, El Paso Independent System and Bossier Parish School System. She retired from theBossier School System as a Parish Curriculum Coordinator. She was a member of Delta Sigma Theta and the Green ValleyBaptist Church in Henderson, NV. Thane Baines Pastor. She is survived by a son, James Young, Jr. and wife F. Lizabeth ofDunkirk, MD; daughters Brenda Young Parker of Houston, TX, Jacqueline Yvette Young Spencer and husband Rainier ofHenderson, NV; two brothers Willie "Bill" Bradford and wife Linda and James R. Bradford and wife Teresa of Shreveport,LA; three grandchildren; Nicole J. Spencer, Jonathan J. Young and Christopher J. Young and a host of other relatives andfriends. Interment will be at Carver Cemetery, Shreveport, LA.
El Paso Times - December 92001

FLORES, ROSARIO
known as "Chayo" to her friends, passed away at the age of 75 onThursday, December 6, 2001. A lifelong residence of La Union, New Mexico, she is preceded in death by her husband,Moises Flores and son-in-law, Raymond A. Sanchez, Jr. She is survived by her children, Crecencio "Chris" Flores, CeliaF. Sanchez and Ricardo Flores; grandchildren, Tina, Christopher, Veronica, Ricky, Ricka and Randy Flores, AnnetteSanchez Elswick and husband, Chris, Patricia Sanchez Montes and husband, Evaristo, Jr.; and five great-grandchildren.Visitation will be on Sunday, December 9th, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. with Rosary at 6 p.m. in Our Lady of Refuge CatholicChurch in La Union, New Mexico. Funeral Mass will be on Monday, December 10th, at 10 a.m. in the Church with intermentfollowing in La Union Cemetery.
El Paso Times - December 9 2001

OVERTON, HOMER JACKSON
born February 9, 1927, died suddenly, December 9, 2001, of acerebral hemorrhage. He was born in El Paso, Texas, son of Charles and Helen McCombs Overton. Mr. Overton was retiredfrom the Texas Water Development Board. He greatly enjoyed woodworking and was truly a "wood smith". He was involved inthe Helping Hands of Dripping Springs, the Friends of the Austin Public Library, and the Useful Wild Plants of Texasproject. Mr. Overton is survived by his wife of 49 years Jo Overton; son Jeff Overton and wife Becky of Buda; son StuartOverton and wife Carole of Aiken, South Carolina; son Steve Overton and wife Sharon of Hector, Arkansas; son MikeOverton of Austin; sisters Lilian Sublett, Claire Nail, and Mary Bennett and husband David, all of El Paso; also sevengrandchildren, several nieces and nephews, and many dear friends. Mr. Overton was preceded in death by his parents, twobrothers, and two sisters. A celebration of Mr. Overton's life will be held from 3:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. on Saturday,December 15, 2001 at The Living Faith Baptist Church, 1007 W. Dittmar, #441-7950. Please bring your favorite memoriesand stories. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the organizations he assisted above or to acharity of one's choice. Helping Hands, P.O. Box 804, Dripping Springs, TX 78620, Friends of APL, P.O. Box 2287, Austin,TX 78768 and Useful Wild Plants, 2612 Sweeney Lane, Austin, TX 78723. Arrangements by Cook-Walden/Forest Oaks FuneralHome and Memorial Park, 6300 West William Cannon Dr., Austin, TX 78749 (512) 892-1172.
El PasoTimes - December 12 2001

MANIGOLD, ELLA
was born in El Paso, Texas on August 14, 1913 and died on December 8,2001 in League City, Texas. She was the daughter of James Barratt and Leona Rose Barratt. Ella was a lifelong residentof El Paso, attended Austin High School and was in the first graduating class. She was married on November 16, 1934 toFay Brabson Manigold. Mrs. Manigold was a member of Tigua Baptist Church, the Women's Missionary Union and a belovedSunday School teacher for over 50 years. Ella was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and brothers, James, Tommyand Richard Barratt and sister, Elva Barratt Wilson. She is survived by her brother John Barratt of El Paso. Ella was adevoted mother of eight children and a loving grandmother. She is survived by her children: Douglas Manigold ofLongmont, Colorado, Edward Manigold of Spicewood, Texas, Robert Manigold of Brownwood, Texas, Walter Manigold ofKirksville, Missouri, Patricia Manigold of League City, Texas. John Manigold of Houston, Texas, Frank Manigold of LeagueCity, Texas and Jessica Manigold of Odessa, Texas. She is survived by 15 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren.Visitation was held on Tuesday, December 11, 2001 from 4:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home East. Funeralservices will be held Wednesday, December 12, 2001 at 1:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home East Chapel. Burial will takeplace at Restlawn Cemetery.
El Paso Times - December 12 2001

Villaret, Mrs. Jo Ann
was born in Hubbard, Oregon on January 11, 1932 and spent most ofher childhood in Woodburn, OR. In 1947 she traveled to Japan with her family (her father was stationed there with theU.S. Army), and attended Yokohama High School. She attended Colorado College in Colorado Springs. She was married tothen Lt. Gustave Villaret III on February 12, 1952. They had many assignments in Europe and the United States. Mrs.Villaret is survived by her husband LTC Ret. Gustave Villaret III, four children, MAJ Ret. Gustave Villaret IV ofCorvalis, OR, MAJ Ret. Gregory O. Villaret of San Antonio, TX., Marguerite V. Dean of Copperas Cove, TX. and Dr. DoulgasB. Villaret of Gainesville, FL. 10 Grandchildren and sister, Mrs. Virginia Cook of Annandale, VA. Visitation will beThursday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Thursday at 7 p.m.at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Friday at 1:30 p.m. at Ft. Bliss Chapel #2. Members of the family will serveas Pallbearers. Interment will be in Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CarolinaDrive. 598-3332.
El Paso Times - December 12 2001

BARRAZA, DOLORES (LOLA)
65, born in Albuquerque, N.M., went to be with her Lord andSavior on December 8, 2001. Her legacy is simple and powerful. Do not measure your success in life by where you live orwhat you drive but by how you love and how much you help others. She taught us from an early age that you should feedand clothe whoever needs it. She helped the destitute in Juarez for more than 35 years. Everyone called her HermanaLola. She also leaves a legacy of faith. "Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted." Matt. 5:4. Herheart and love of Christ was evident through her actions. She was a faithful servant of Our Lord Jesus Christ and liveda God kind of life. She will be missed but when she arrived home, her father surely said "Well done my good and faithfulservant." Matt. 25:21. She is survived by her husband, Manuel Barraza, her daughters, Sally Louise Mena and husband Joeand Irene Barraza; her sons, Manuel Joseph Barraza and wife Lourdes, Lorenzo Barraza, Nicolas Barraza and wife Lupe,John William Barraza and wife Adriana and Paul Barraza; 10 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren. Funeral Service will beWednesday at 9:30 a.m. at Hillcrest Chapel with Pastors Charlie Alvarado, A.L.F.C. and Steve Ulibarri F.W.C.officiating. Interment will be in Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME - CAROLINA. 1060Carolina Drive. 598-3332.
El Paso Times - December 12 2001

RIVAS, NORMA LINDA
47, passed away Sunday, December 9, 2001 in a local hospital.Resident of El Paso, Texas. Linda was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church and was a Branch Manager for the El PasoCounty Tax Office for over 12 years. Preceded in death by mother Norma Leasure and brother John Leasure Jr. Survived byfather John Leasure, husband Eduardo Rivas, son Edward R. Rivas, daughter Yzaela L. Rivas, brothers Bill Leasure, AlanLeasure and Michael Leasure. Linda will lie in state Wednesday, December 12, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. atMartin Funeral Home Central. Rosary Service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 12, 2001 at Martin Chapel.Funeral Mass will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, December 13, 2001 at St. Patrick Catholic Church. Pallbearers will beAlan Leasure, Bill leasure, John Leasure, Armando Chapa, Eduardo Rivas and Robert Johnston. We will always have yourgreat joyous smile in our hearts. We will miss you greatly.
El Paso Times - December 122001

SAPIEN, MIGUEL L.
87, passed away Sunday, December 9, 2001. He was a lifelong residentof Canutillo, Texas and a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church. Mr. Sapien was a plumber with Thermodyne and T.N.O'Kelley. He was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Ramona Sapien. Survived by his sons Federico Sapien and hiswife Hermelinda, Francisco Sapien and his wife Aurora, Miguel Sapien, Jr., and his wife Margarita, and Juan Sapien andhis wife Martha, daughters Delia Olivas and her husband Pedro, Gloria Sapien and her husband Manuel Ramos, ister EsterTovar, 27 grandchildren, 35 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild. Visitation will be held Thursday, December13, 2001 from 6:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home West, where Rosary will begin at 7:00 P.M. Funeral Masswill be held Friday, December 14, 2001 at 10:00 A.M. at St. Patrick Catholic Church, in Canutillo, Tx., Fr. JoseVelasquez officiating. Interment will follow at Canutillo Cemetery.
El Paso Times - December 122001

Hernandez, Maria T.
84, passed away on Monday, December 10 2001. She was a longtimeresident of El Paso and a member of the Father Rahm Senior Citizen Hall. She is survived by her sons, Antonio andAlfonso Tavarez, daughters, Alicia Rojas, Raquel Bustamante, Juanita Thompson, Graciela Muncy, Maria Elena Rivera, andLucy Klein, many grandchildren, many great grandchildren, one cousin, Catalina Jaquez of California and one niece,Socorro Hernandez of Leon GTO/Mexico. Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 13th from 4:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. atMartin Funeral Home East-Chapel with a rosary at 7:00 P.M. A funeral mass will be held on Friday, December 14th at 1:00P.M. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Burial will take place at Evergreen-Alameda.
El Paso Times-December 12 2001

Rivera, Mr. Manuel
64, passed away Monday, December 10, 2001 in a local hospital. He wasa longtime resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Rivera was the owner of a Taxi Cab Company. Heis survived by his wife, Rosa Maria Rivera. Sons, Jaime Rivera, Robby Rivera and Manny Rivera. Daughters, RosieHernandez, Irma Dreier, Mary Lerma, Hilda Guzman and Rebecca Rivera. 10 Grandchildren. Brothers, Candelario Rivera andMartin Silvestre Rivera. Visitation will be Wednesday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina.Recitation of the Rosary will be Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Thursday at 1 p.m. atLittle Flower Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Manny Rivera, Jaime Rivera, Robby Rivera, Felipe Guzman, RickHernandez, Jerry Lerma, David Dreier and Roberto Aldana. Honorary Pallbearers will be Manuel Bernal, Candelario Riveraand Sylvestre Rivera. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CarolinaDrive. 598-3332
El Paso Times - December 12 2001

SAENZ, BERTHA
67, passed away Monday, December 10, 2001. Lifelong resident of El Paso,Texas. Mrs. Saenz was a member of St. Ignatius Parish and past member of the Bowie Booster Club & PTA. Preceded indeath by father Francisco Valenzuela and brother Jose Valenzuela. Survived by husband of 44 years Javier R. Saenz,mother Gregoria Valenzuela, sons Javier Jr. and wife Veronica Saenz and Jose Ricardo Saenz, daughters Christina Saenzand Susana and husband Ruben Alba, grandchildren Kristofer Saenz, Audrey Alba, Victoria Loran, Anthony Alba andAlexander Saenz, brothers Alfredo & wife Eva Valenzuela, Frank Valenzuela, Carlos & wife Lorenza Valenzuela,sisters Celia & husband Ernesto Rivera, Estela & husband Juan Flores, Lupe & husband Tony Campos andConsuelo & husband Herb Boerges. Mrs. Saenz will lie in state Thursday, December 13, 2001 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00p.m. at Martin Funeral Home-Central. Rosary Service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, December 13, 2001 at MartinChapel. Funeral Mass will be at 9:00 a.m. Friday, December 14, 2001 at St. Ignatius Parish.
ElPaso Times - December 13 2001

RIVAS, NORMA LINDA
47, passed away Sunday, December 9, 2001 in a local hospital.Resident of El Paso, Texas. Linda was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church and was a Branch Manager for the El PasoCounty Tax Office for over 12 years. Preceded in death by mother Norma Leasure and brother John Leasure Jr. Survived byfather John Leasure, husband Eduardo Rivas, son Edward R. Rivas, daughter Yzaela L. Rivas, brothers Bill Leasure, AlanLeasure and Michael Leasure. Linda will lie in state Wednesday, December 12, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. atMartin Funeral Home Central. Rosary Service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 12, 2001 at Martin Chapel.Funeral Mass will be held at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, December 13, 2001 at St. Patrick Catholic Church. Pallbearers will beAlan Leasure, Bill leasure, John Leasure, Armando Chapa and Eduardo Rivas. We will always have your great joyous smilein our hearts. We will miss you greatly.
El Paso Times - December 13 2001

ARIAS, SOLEDAD
devoted wife and mother, passed away Tuesday, December 11, 2001 in alocal hospital at the age of 79. She grew up in Smelter Town and the Buena Vista area. Mrs. Arias was a resident ofBorderland, Texas for 50 years and was a member of San Francisco De Assisi Catholic Church in Montoya. Mrs. Arias was aproud American and United States citizen. Survived by her sons Vicente, Gerardo, and Luis Arias, daughter Irene Arias,11 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, 4 brothers, and 7 sisters. Visitation will be held Friday, December 14, 2001from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home West where rosary will begin at 7:00 P.M. Funeral mass will beheld Saturday, December 15, 2001 at 10:00 A.M. at San Francisco De Assisi Catholic Church, Fr. Alejandro Juarezofficiating. Interment will follow in Memory Gardens of the Valley Cemetery.
El Paso Times -December 13 2001

ANDERSON, HARRY WILLIAM "BILL"
75, passed away Tuesday, December 11, 2001, born in ElPaso, the son of Harry and Irene Anderson. He was a 1950 Graduate of Texas College of Mines with a degree in BusinessAdministration. He was a third generation owner of Anderson Food Stores; established by his grandmother, Lena HerryAnderson Quinn. He also managed Tri-State Wholesale Grocers and was partner/owner of R.S. Palmer Lumber Company inDeming, NM and a member of First Baptist Church. Survived by his wife of 54 years, Emily Butler Anderson; two sons anddaughters-in-law, Thomas William and Janice Berger Anderson of Odessa, TX; James Hamilton and Patsy Ramsey Anderson ofLake Jackson, TX; daughter and son-in-law, Catherine A. and Cliff R. Richards, III of Spokane, WA; grandchildren, ThomasNathan Anderson and wife, Amy, Andrea Janice Wood and husband, James, Ryan Phillip Anderson, Jonathan William Andersonand Davis William Richards; sister, Peggy Anderson Lane of Pasadena, TX; aunt, Marguerite Anderson Chant of El Paso andsister-in-law, Dorothy Butler McKenzie of Las Cruces, NM. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at First BaptistChurch in Ford Chapel on Friday, December 14 with Funeral Services beginning at 11 a.m. in the chapel with Dr. LeviPrice, Jr. officiating. Interment in Restlawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made toSociety for Progressive Supranuclear Palsy Inc., c/o Woodholme Medical Building, 1838 Greene Tree Road, Suite 515,Baltimore, MD 21208 or to First Baptist Church Foundation, 805 Montana Avenue, El Paso, TX 79902.
El Paso Times - December 13 2001

Burnett, Mr. Jerry
63, passed away Monday, December 10, 2001, in a plane crash. He hadbeen a resident of the El Paso/Las Cruces area for 35 years. Jerry had been a pilot for 36 years and had currently beenflying for Air Cargo Express. Many knew Jerry from his travels around the country, and everyone who knew him loved himfor his wit, humor, and generous nature. Jerry is survived by his mother Iris Warkentin of Geary, Oklahoma, brotherBrian Burnett of Riverside, California, sister Becky Burnett of Oklahoma, three children, Star Burnett of Ventura,California, April Burnett of El Paso, Texas, Ernest Burnett of Tarzana, California, one grandson, Kyle Burnett of ElPaso, Texas and a stepbrother, Jack Warkentin and family of Geary, Oklahoma. There will be a memorial service for his ElPaso friends and family at Cutter Aviation 6285 Convair, on Saturday, December 15, 2001 at 1:00 p.m. There will be afuneral service in his hometown of Geary, Oklahoma to be announced later.
El Paso Times -December 13 2001

Chavarria, Richard R.
89, passed away Wednesday, December 12, 2001. Mr. Chavarria retiredafter 40 years as a brakeman for Texas Pacific Railroad. He was a member of St. Jude Catholic Church. Mr. Chavarria waspreceded in death by his 1st wife, Trinidad Chavarria. He is survived by his wife, Mary Chavarria, sons RichardChavarria, Jr., Alfred Chavarria, Chris Chavarria, daughters Eufella Candelaria, Mary Lou Navarette and Ada Vargas, 22grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren. Visitation for Mr. Chavarria will be held Friday, December 14, 2001 from 4:00P.M. until 6:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home West. Rosary will be held Friday, December 14, 2001 at 7:30 P.M. at St. JudeCatholic Church. Funeral mass will be held Saturday, December 15, 2001 at 1:00 P.M. at St. Jude Catholic Church, Msgr.Rafael Miranda officiating. Pallbearers will be Tony Sanchez, Danny Chavarria, Sal Vargas III, Alfred Chavarria, Jr.,Paco Martinez, and Humberto Mesa Jr. Honorary Pallbearers will be Vincent De La Rosa, Nathan Garrido and BobbyChavarria. Interment will follow at Restlawn Memorial Park.
El Paso Times - December 142001

OPORTO, CARMEN
81, lifelong resident of San Elizario passed away Friday, December 07,2001. She was a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Oporto is survived by her sons Tomas Oporto, Frank Oporto, andRoberto Oporto and her daughter Mary Oporto Alarcon. Other survivors include seventeen grandchildren and twenty twogreat-grandchildren, her brother Frank Chavez and sister Angela Martinez. She will be greatly missed by her family andfriends. Visitation will be Friday December 14, 2001 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Mt Carmel Funeral Home Chapel. Rosarywill be held at San Elizario Catholic Church at 7:00 PM. Mass will be held Saturday December 15, 2001 at 10:00 AM at SanFelipe De Jesus Catholic Church. Interment will be at Mt Carmel Cemetery.
El Paso Times -December14 2001

DANIELS, ROBERT A. "BOB"
79, passed away Wednesday, December 12, 2001, a resident of ElPaso for 53 years. He was a veteran of WWII in the Merchant Marines, he was also a Fire Chief with the Tigua VolunteerFire Department, owner and founder of Daniels Roofing. He was past Scout Master of Troop #96, a member Lower ValleyOptimist and Lower Valley Lions Club, past president of Concordia Heritage Association, Discover El Paso past president,Faith Presbyterian Church, past president of Texas Roofing Contractors Association. He was preceded in death by hisbrother, Bill Johnson and is survived by his wife of 57 years, Inez Daniels, his two sons, Mike and his wife, DebbieDaniels and Dave and his wife, Janna Daniels; four grandchildren, Richard, Christi, Monica and Bryce; one great-grandson, Joshua. Memorial Service will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, December 16th in Faith Presbyterian Church with Pastor BillSchlesinger officiating. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of ElPaso.
El Paso Times - December 14 2001

ACOSTA, ELISA C.[or A.]
93, went to be with our Lord on Monday, December 10, 2001. Shewas a longtime resident of El Paso and was residing in California for the last 4 years. She was a devout Catholic.Preceded in death by her husband, Salvador Acosta and is survived by her son, Felipe Acosta; daughter, EstellaGutierrez; brother, George Chavez; 22 grandchildren; 60 great grandchildren; 20 great great grandchildren. Visitationwill be Friday, December 14, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with rosary service at 7:00 p.m. at Martin FuneralHome-Central Chapel. Funeral mass will be Saturday, December 15, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Pius X Catholic Church, Fr.Rolando Fonseca officiating. Interment at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. "Visit www.mem.com."
El Paso Times -December 14 2001

RAMOS, CHRISTINO M.
July 24, 1922 - December 11, 2001 Preceding in death son, ChristinoRamos, Jr. Survived by wife of 61 years, Guadalupe O. Ramos, Children - Linda Rabe, Mary Fisher, Edward Ramos, TheresaValdez, Susan Cutcher, Dolores Warrington, Robert Ramos, Johnnie Ramos, Gloria Gavin, Sherry Ramos, Angela Nunez andJason Ramos; Brothers - Johnny Ramos, Lupe Robledo, 24 Grandchildren and 18 Great-grandchildren. He received the PurpleHeart during WWII; he also served in the Korean War. He was retired from the U.S. Army after serving 20 years.Visitation will be Sunday, December 16th from 12 Noon to 4 p.m. with Rosary at 3:00 p.m. Graveside Service will beMonday, December 17th at 10:30 a.m. in Fort Bliss National Cemetery with Military Honors.
El PasoTimes - December 15 2001

DISTLER, ERNESTINE ANNA
67, passed away on Sunday, December 9, 2001. Resident of El Pasofor 30 years and a member of the Rosary Alter Society at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church and the Needy Ministry forthe Church. She was also a member of the Craft Group at Veterans Park. She is survived by her husband of 44 years RobertDistler, sons, Robert Distler, Jr. John Distler and James Distler, daughters, Catherine Collins and Teresa Rosa, 9grandchildren and brothers, Joe Lampert, John Lampert and Martin Lampert, sisters, Mary Richeson and Fran Borders.Visitation for Mrs. Distler will be on Sunday, December 16, 2001 from 5 pm until 8 pm at Sunset Funeral Home, located at4631 Hondo Pass, El Paso, Texas. Recital of the rosary will also be on Sunday at the funeral home chapel at 7 pm. Massof the Resurrection will be at 9:30 am on Monday, December 17, 2001 at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Interment willfollow at Fort Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - December 15 2001

Cervantes, Sara Esquivel
72, passed away Thursday, December 13, 2001. Born in Gallup, NewMexico, she was a longtime resident of El Paso and employed in the manufacturing department at El Paso Laundry. Left tocherish her memory is her husband, Rafael G. Cervantes; sons, Rafael Jose, Salvador, Alfredo and Hector; daughters, IrmaMartinez, Maria Eugenia Gomez, Patricia Marquez and Veronica Cervantes; 22 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren;brothers, Alfredo and David Esquivel; sisters, Alvina Esquivel and Dolores Vera; along with several more elatives andfriends. The Mass of the Resurrection will be said at 10 a.m. Saturday at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 2709Alabama St. Interment will follow at Evergreen East Cemetery. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-East.
El Paso Times - December 15 2001

BOND, LeROY J.
96, passed away on December 12, 2001. He was a long time El Paso residentand with his wife, owned and operated Bond Business School and Bond Business Equipment. He was born in Goldfield,Colorado on June 9, 1905 and grew up in the mining towns in and around Cripple Creek, Colorado. He moved to Californiawhen he was 18 and later worked for the Underwood Corporation and the Boy Scouts of America. Underwood transferred himto El Paso in 1945 as service manager. In 1950 he moved to Albuquerque, NM where he and Mr. Ranville formed Ranville-Bond Company, an Underwood agency. He returned to El Paso ten years later and with his wife founded Bond Business Schooland Bond Business Equipment. He loved working and even after his retirement at age 77 he visited his former customers tobe sure their machines were working properly. He was pre-deceased by his wife of 64 years, Ida Mary, who passed away onApril 24, 1998. He is survived by his daughters, Martha-Jean Strauss and Marcy Dougharty Jones, his sons-in-law, GeorgeStrauss and Durrell Jones, four grandchildren, Laura Mills, Loretta Eastman, John Strauss and Mike Dougharty and fourgreat-grandchildren, Amy Mills, Kristy Eastman, Matthew Eastman and Andrew Dougharty. Visitation will be held on Sunday,December 16, 2001 from 12 noon until 4:00 p.m. at Restlawn Funeral Home, 4848 Alps. Funeral Service will be held onMonday, December 17, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. at Restlawn Mausoleum Chapel. Memorial Contributions may be made to theAlzheimer's Association, 4400 N. Mesa or your favorite charity.
El Paso Times - December 152001

KROUPA, THOMAS ALBERT
83, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 12, 2001.Thomas was a MSGT. who served in the U.S. Army with 10 plus years of service and was a World War II and Korean ConflictVeteran. Mr. Kroupa retired from Metropolitan Life Insurance Co. after 30 years of service. He is survived by his wife,Mildred Kroupa; son and his wife, Thomas A. Kroupa II (Patricia); Grandchildren: David, Adam and Maxwell; greatgrandchild, Alexis; brothers, Bill and Howard Kroupa and many nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be on MondayDecember 17, 2001 at 12 noon at Martin Funeral Home Central Chapel. Interment at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery withmilitary honors. "He will be missed by all..." In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Church of ElPaso, 3720 Buckner, El Paso, TX 79925 or to the Salvation Army 3920 Morehead Avenue, El Paso, TX 79930 in Thomas'memory. Visit www.mem.com.
El Paso Times - December 16 2001

BROOKS, MARY ALICE
68, passed away Friday, December 14, 2001 in a local hospital. Shewas a resident of El Paso for 40 years. Mrs. Brooks was a longtime employee for Betty's House of Travel and was also amember of the East Side Welcome Club. She was preceded in death by her husband James W. Brooks. She is survived by herson Kent Emmitt Brooks. Daughters, Monica Warwick and Kimberly Rene Treadwell. 6 Grandchildren and 1 Great Grandchild.Sister, Dora Jean Huiatt. Visitation will be Monday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home Carolina. FuneralService will be Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Members of the family will serve as pallbearers. Intermentwill b e in Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME CAROLINA, 1060 Carolina Dr 598-3332
El Paso Times - December 16 2001

TAGLE, JOSE O.
83, passed away on Friday, December 14, 2001. Mr. Tagle was a lifelongresident of El Paso, Texas and was in the U.S. Navy and served during WWII. He was preceded in death by his wife,Consuelo Martinez Tagle. Survivors include his son, James Anthony Tagle Jr., daughter, JoAnne Syska, 4 grandchildren, 1great-grandchilc and a sister, Refugio Cooper. Visitation will be form 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday, December 16, 2001 atSunset Funeral Home N.E. rosary will also be on Sunday at the funeral home chapel. Mass of the resurrection will be onMonday, December 17, 2001 at 12:00 p.m. at Christ The Savior Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Fort BlissNational Cemetery with military honors.
El Paso Times - December 16 2001

LEONARD, HELEN SUE
66, passed away in a local hospital on December 13, 2001 after alengthy illness. A 44 year resident of El Paso, she was born in St. Louis, MO on October 13, 1935. She retired from Ft.Bliss in 1993 after more than 30 years of civil service with the U.S. Army. Her parents, Marion F. McDaniel and Helen A.Shaw McDaniel and her brother, James W. McDaniel, preceded her in death. Two daughters and their families, all of ElPaso, survive her: Lynda S. Fields Aponte and her husband, Rudy; grandson David R. Aponte; granddaughter, Jessica S.Aponte; and Susan K Leonard Adams and several nieces and nephews also survive her. A memorial service is scheduled forTuesday, December 18 at 6 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home, 4631 Hondo Pass, with Pastor guy Jones officiating. In lieu offlowers, memorial contributions may be made to the El Paso Cancer Treatment Center, Attention: Ava Ortega or the El PasoHumane Society.
El Paso Times - December 16 2001

OROZCO, MIGUEL ANGEL
67, passed away on Friday, December 14, 2001. He was a longtimeresident of El Paso, and owner of Hair Showcase Beauty Salon. Mr. Orozco is survived by his wife Leticia Orozco, threesons, Mike, Victor and Rubn Orozco; daughter Lydia Y. Orozco; and 6 grandchildren. He is also survived by brothersGilberto, Fernando and Rodolfo Orozco and sisters Maria De Jesus and Dolores Orozco. Visitation will be held on Monday,December 17, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with a rosary at 7:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home East. A funeral masswill be held on Tuesday, December 18, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. at Little Flower Catholic Church. Burial will take place atMount Carmel Cemetery.
El Paso Times - December 16 2001

HAYNES, ARDELLA IRENE
67, a resident of El Paso for over 50 years passed away Tuesday,December 11, 2001 in El Paso, Texas. Mrs. Haynes was a teacher's assistant at Eastwood High School. She is survived byher sons, William Eldridge Haynes III and Clifton Eugene Haynes, and her daughters, Beverly Wilson, Lillian Aiken, andJacqueline Burt. 7 Grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren. Brother, Jessie Arrington, and sister, Marion Patterson.Services are scheduled as follows: Visitation from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. on sunday December 16, 2001 in the Chapel ofremembrance at Sunset Funeral Home East. Funeral Service is scheduled for 10:00 a.m., Monday, December 17, 2001 atCommunity Baptist Church. Interment at Restlawn Memorial Cemetery. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral HomeEast.
El Paso Times - December 16 2001

MANRIQUEZ, ELI
passed away on December 6, 2001 in San Antonio, Texas. He was a lifelongresident of El Paso and a member of All Saints Catholic Church, graduated from Austin High School, and was a Junior atUT - San Antonio majoring in Electrical Engineering. Eli was a lover of life, an Eagle Scout in his youth who grew up tobe an intelligent, handsome man with an array of interests and talents spanning from music composer to martial artist.Laid back and relaxed, Eli lived his life his own unique way with a signature smile that left an imprint on the heartsand lives of all he met. "Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart.." Jer.1:5.Survivors: Parents: Loretta and Martin Manriquez, Sister: Alynna, Brother: Matthew. Grandparents: Dolores Lucero, Auroraand Gabriel Manriquez (dec.), aunts and uncles, cousins, friends and godchild Selena M. Lucero. A memorial service willbe held on Saturday, December 22, 2001 at 12:00 pm at All Saints Catholic Church, 1415 Dakota Street, El Paso, Texas. Inlieu of flowers, a donation may be made to: Our Lady's Youth Center, P.O. Box 1422, El Paso, Texas 79948-1422, (915)533-9122 or to a charity of your choice. Visit his web site at: www.getwiredelpaso.com/eli173.htm
El Paso Times - December 16 2001

Barker, Stephen Glenn
passed away Thursday, December 13, 2001 at the age of 47. Stephenwas a resident of El Paso for 40 years, graduate of Andress High School, Class of 1972. He was a Registered Nurse,graduate of Central Texas College in 1974. For thirteen years he dedicated his career to Cardiac Care nursing at WilliamBeaumont Army Medical Center. Stephen is survived by his loving wife, Kathleen Barker, mother Audrey Irene Barker,daughter Michelle D. Barker, son Stephen G. Barker, Jr., brothers Douglas and Robert Barker, sister Catherine Nowak, allof El Paso, Texas. Visitation will be held Sunday, December 16, 2001 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral HomeWest, 128 North Resler; rosary to follow. Scripture Service will be held Monday, December 17, 2001 at 1:00 p.m. atMartin Funeral Home West, Father Juan Narez officiating; interment to follow at Restlawn Memorial Park, 8700 Dyer St.Pallbearers will be Steve Stewart, Bill Nowak, Robert Barker, Russ Nichols, Manuel Garcia and Ric Herndon. HonoraryPallbearers will be Stephen G. Barker, Jr., and Steve Teehee. In lieu of flowers, please contribute to your selectedcharity.
El Paso Times - December 16 2001

Peñ, A Salvador Jr.,
December 10, 2001 in Fresno, California. He was a member ofEl Encino Baptist Church in Fresno, where he lived for the past 13 years. Mr.. Peña, was previously a resident ofEl Paso for over 60 years, where he was a Deacon of Primera Iglesia Bautista Mexicana, Iglesia Bautista Trinity, and afounding member of Iglesia Bautista El Camino. He is survived by his son Ricardo Peña, two daughters, GracielaSalazar and Martha Mora; six grandchildren, Ricardo Daniel, Carlos Enrique, Eduardo David, Alejandro, Joel Arturo andRuth; seventeen great grandchildren. Visitation will be held Tuesday, December 18th from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with aprayer service at 7:00 p.m. at Restlawn Funeral Home, 4848 Alps. Funeral Service will be on Wednesday, December 19th at10 a.m. at the funeral home with burial at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery . In lieu of flowers, memorial donations maybe sent to Iglesia Bautista El Camino, 3900 Fillmore Ave., El Paso, Texas 79930.
El Paso Times -December 16 2001

HOLDEMAN, ROBERT D. "Bob"
74 passed away on December 15, 2001. He was born in Eldorado,Oklahoma. While living in Wheeler, Texas he formed and owned Holdeman Implement along with his father. He worked forHydro Conduit for thirty years. He is survived by his wife of 51 yers, Dorothy, his son and daughter-in-law, Robert Jr.and Jean; his daughter and son-in-law, Carla and Fred Seibert, his grandsons, Jeremy Seibert, Christopher Seibert andRoy Holdeman, sisters Margaret Weatherly of Littleton, Co, Gail Parsley of Guymon Oklahoma. Audie Jo Atherton ofRoswell, Georgia and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mohter and father, Clarence and VirginiaHoldeman. Graveside Service will be Tuesday at 1 p.m at Memory Gardens of the Valley Cemetery, Santa Teresa, NM.Interment will follow in Memory Gardens of the Valley Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be madeto La Mariposa Hospice, 2001 N. Oregon, El Paso, Texas 79902. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME -DONIPHAN. 5054DONIPHAN DR. 598-3332
El Paso Times - December 17 2001

ROJAS, DELIA P.
101, passed away Wednesday, December 12, 2001 a resident of El Pasosince 1913. "Mama Delia", as everyone called her was a member of Trinity Baptist Church. She was preceded in death byher husband, Ascencion A. Rojas and her daughter, Estella Olinger. She is survived by her children, Beatrice R.Navarrete, Hermila R. Williams, Ascencion A. Rojas, Jr., David Rojas, Victor H. Rojas and Ruth R. Rivera all ofCalifornia and Elizabeth R. Gutierrez of El Paso; 21 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Tuesday, December 18th from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Kaster-Maxon & Futrell FuneralHome Dyer Chapel with Prayer Service at 7 p.m. Funeral Service will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 19th in Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home Dyer Chapel with Rev. David Rodriguez and Rev. Juan Manuel Garza officiating. Intermentwill be in Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Albert Bodenhorn, Henry Valenzuela, David Rojas, AlbertGutierrez, Rudy Gutierrez and Raymond Menza.
El Paso Times - December 17 2001

MUNOZ, BERNARDO
longtime resident of El Paso, passed away Friday December 14, 2001. Hewas a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Munoz is survived by his sons Bernardo Munoz, Rodolfo Munoz, Ruben Munoz, MarcoA. Munoz, and Ricardo Munoz and by his daughters Maria Del Rosario Munoz, A. Munoz, and Ricardo Munoz and by hisdaughters Maria Del Rosario Munoz , Elsa Cecilia Munoz, and Luz Isela Munoz. Other suraivors iniclude fourteengrandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by his familly and friends. Visitation will beMonday December 17, 2001 from 4:00PM to 9:00PM with a Rosary at 7:00PM at Mt Carmel Funeral Home Chapel. Mass will beheld Tuesday December 18, 2001 at 10:00 AM at Juan Diego Catholic Church. Interment will be at Everreen EastCemetery.l
El Paso Times - December 17 2001

LEONARD, HELEN SUE
66, passed away in a local hospital on December 13, 2001 after alengthy illness. A 44 year resident of El Paso, she was born in St. Louis, MO on October 13, 1935. She retired from Ft.Bliss in 1993 after more than 30 years of civil service with the U.S. Army. Her parents, Marion F. McDaniel and Helen A.Shaw McDaniel and her brother, James W. McDaniel, preceded her in death. Two daughters and their families, all of ElPaso, survive her: Lynda S. Fields Aponte and her husband, Rudy; grandson David R. Aponte; granddaughter, Jessica S.Aponte; and Susan K Leonard Adams and her husband, John. Her sister, Doris L. Judy and her husband, Al, of St. Louis,MO. and several nieces and nephews also survive her. A memorial service is scheduled for Tuesday, December 18 at 6 p.m.at Sunset Funeral Home, 4631 Hondo Pass, with Pastor Guy Jones officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributionsmay be made to the El Paso Cancer Treatment Center, Attention: Ava Ortega or the El Paso Humane Society.
El Paso Times - December 18 2001

MIJARES ALBERTO JR.,
80, passed away Friday, December 14, 2001 at home. Lifelongresident of El Paso. He was a retired civil service mechanic and a U.S. Army WWII Veteran. He is survived by his wifeFrancisca "Kika" Mijares; sons Albert Mijares III (Evelyn) and Charlie Mijares (Linda); daughters Norma Hernandez(Javier) and Bonnie Diaz (Victor); 12 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; sisters Cuca Cordova and Lucy Provencio.Mr. Mijares will lie in state Tuesday from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Rosary ervice willbe held at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph CatholicChurch. Grandsons to serve as pallbearers. Burial at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with military honors. He has gone hometo be with the Lord. He will be dearly missed by all.
El Paso Times - December 182001

Mead, Elizabeth Crowell
Born: August 23, 1911. Went to Heaven: December 16, 2001.Survived by: Catherine Mead Oborne, daughter; Michael C. Mead, son; Darch Oborne, son-in-law; Elizabeth Oborne, grand-daughter; James Oborne grandson; Jan Lassetter Mead, daughter-in-law; Nicole and Amber Mead, grand-daughters; BillLynch, grandson; Ann Lynch, grand-daughter-in-law; Lee Elisabeth Lynch, great grand-daughter; Mick Lynch, grand-son;Tita Rockoff, grand-daughter-in-law; Sara Elizabeth Rockoff, great-grand-daughter; Michael Patrick Lynch, great-grandson; James Anthony Lynch, grand-son; Elizabeth Russell Lynch, grand-daughter-in-law; and many loving nieces,nephews and fans. Granny is currently drinking Martini's and smoking cigarettes in Heaven with Bill Mead her husband,Mary Mead Lynch her daughter and all her best friends. The coolest lady to ever slip on a pair of Ferragamo pumps. Styleand grace took their cues from her. Every person she ever knew survives her. Her "glass is always half full" mentalitywas and still is impenetrable. We will all hold her in our hearts from now on the way she always held us in hers. "Ifyou can't find something nice to say, it is more friendly to say nothing at all." she would say. About her we don't havetime to say enough. No flowers or food please. Donations to the American Cancer Society or The Twelve Travelers Projectmay be made in her name. A memorial service will be held at the Pro-Cathedral Church of St. Clement on Friday, December21, 2001 at 3:00 PM.
El Paso Times - December 18 2001

CAMPBELL, GORDON ROBERT
age 32, died in Mesa, Arizona, Thursday, December 13, 2001. Hemoved from Minnesota and worked for Miller Structural in Tempe. He is survived by his wife, Dee; stepsons, Cory Baumann,Keron Renz, and Johnathan Renz; parents, Earl and Cheryl Campbell of El Paso, Texas, and grandmother, Dorothy Keen ofManhattan, Montana. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, December 19, 2001, 6:00 p.m., at Mariposa Gardens Chapel,6747 E. Broadway Rd, Mesa, AZ. Memorial contributions may be made to the Boy Scouts of America, 1107 South Gilbert Road,Mesa, AZ 85203. Mesa Funeral Care at Mariposa Gardens handled arrangements.
El Paso Times -December 18 2001

Patterson, Dorothy Long
86, died Saturday, December 15, 2001 in Rock Hill, SC. She wasborn to Morris Daniel Long and Annie Belle Long, on November 17, 1915 in Chickasha, OK and settled in El Paso, TX. in1926. Mrs. Patterson was preceded in death by her husband Clarence Patterson and daughter Danna Lee Gaither. She was ahomemaker, wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a member of Tigua Baptist Church and attended Desert Biew UnitedChurch. She is survived by daughters, Sherron Kilpatrick and husband Robert Kilpatrick of Jonesville, LA, Marsha Vogeland husband Bill Vogel of Rock Hill, SC, son Robert Patterson and wife Rita Patterson of El Paso, brother Bobby Long ofEl Paso, and sister Colleen Sturgeon of Lubbock, TX. She had four grandchildren, ten great grandchildren, and threegreat-great grandchildren. She lived the last two years of her life in Rock Hill, SC. Visitation will be from 2 p.m.until 9 p.m., Tuesday, December 18 with family present from 6:30 p.m. until 8 p.m., at Hillcrest Funeral Home -Carolina.The funera.l will be Wednesday, December 19 at 11 a.m. at Hillcrest Chapel with Pastor Mark Rawlins officiating.Pallbearers will be Robert Kilpatrick, Bill Vogel, Robert Patterson, Bobby Long, Allen Long, and Allen Keys. Burial willbe at Restlawn Memorial Park. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive 598-3332
ElPaso Times - December 18 2001

Pollard, Alice N.
79, passed away Thursday, December 13, 2001, after a courageous battlewith cancer. She was born and raised in Michigan and has been a resident of El Paso for 20 years. She is survived by herhusband of 59 years, Wayne; two sons and daughters-in-law, John and Barbara Pollard of El Paso and Matthew and MaryPollard of Charlevoix, Michigan; two daughters and sons-in-law, Nancy and Herman Rollin of East Tawas, Michigan, andJanis and John Sklepkowski of Lansing, Michigan; 8 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren; one sister, Doris Clemmer ofArlington, TX, as well as many nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were granddaughter Stephanie Pollard andbrother Tristram Coffin. Alice was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who had many talents andinterests. She was an expert seamstress and homemaker, enjoyed walking and the out-of-doors, and especially lovedgolfing, both in Michigan and with her many good and caring friends in El Paso. A memorial service will be held in theVista Del So Baptist Church Student Center on Friday, December 21, at 11:30 a.m. A luncheon will follow. A privateburial will be held at a later date in East Tawas, Michigan. In lieu of flowers, family is requesting that memorialcontributions be made to the American Cancer Society, 909 E. San Antonio, El Paso, TX 79901, or Hospice of VNA, 2211 E.Missouri Ave., El Paso, TX 79903.
El Paso Times - December 18 2001

Ponikvar, Anton Martin
81, passed away on Saturday, December 15, 2001. He was born inLeadville, CO. and was a resident of El Paso since 1961. He was a World War II Veteran and was a life member of theD.A.V. Chapter #66. Anton dedicated 46 years of service to Asarco before retiring. Survived by his wife of 54 years,Lillie Ponikvar; daughters, Nellie Ponikvar, Lillie Ponikvar and Willie Tinnin; adopted daughter, Milissa Lowe andsister, Marie Schlamann. Visitation will be Tuesday, December 18, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with rosaryservice at 7:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home-West Chapel. Funeral mass will be Wednesday, December 19, 2001 at 10:00 a.m.at St. Patrick Cathedral. Interment at Memory Gardens of the Valley, Santa Teresa, NM.
El PasoTimes - December 18 2001

DIAZ, ROBERTO P.
66, passed away Saturday, December 15, 2001 in El Paso. He had been alifelong resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic church. Mr. Diaz retired from Phelps Dodge Copper Refinery. Heis survived by his wife, Maria G. Diaz. Sons, Roberto Jr., Raul, Ruben, Ricardo and Roman Diaz. Daughters, Irma Isela,Rita Zelina, Gloria Raquel and Becky Elena Diaz. 13 Grandchildren. He is also survived by his brothers, Ignacio P. Diazand David Diaz. Sister, Rita D. Meaney. Visitation for Mr. Diaz will be Wednesday, December 19, 2001 from 2 p.m. to 9p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home-Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel.Funeral Mass will be Thursday, December 20, 2001 at 10 a.m. at Little Flower Catholic Church. Pallbearers will beRoberto Jr., Raul, Ruben, Ricardo and Roman Diaz and Ernesto Ochoa. Interment will be in Mt. Carmel Cemetery.Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME-CAROLINA DR. 1060 Carolina Dr. 598-3332
El Paso Times -December 18 2001

LOCKHART, T.R. WERLE,
born October 13, 1921 - died December 15, 2001. Mr. Lockhart was agraduate of Austin High School. He attended the University of California at Los Angeles and was a member of the U.C.L.A.freshman track team. He lettered in the sport of track. Mr. Lockhart was a veteran of WW II E.T.O. 5 battle stars. Hewas employed as an Accounting Supervisor with Chevron and retired from Chevron U.S.A. in 1983 after 31 years of service.Mr. Lockhart was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Mildred Norton Lockhart and son, Wes G. Lockhart. He issurvived by his daughters, Eileen Higgins and husband Jerry, Gerrianne Walker and husband Scott of El Paso. Son, MichaelLockhart and wife Cindy and three grandchildren, Kim, Kari and Ryan Lockhart of Thousand Oaks, California. He is alsosurvived by his brother, Robert F. Lockhart of El Paso. Nieces, Michele Greene of El Paso, Shari Drennan and Mary JaneBiedenbach of Denver, Colorado and Megan Berg of Royal Oak, Maryland. Nephews, Joe Drennan and Don Drennan of Denver,Colorado, Rick Drennan of Phoenix, Arizona, Bob Greene of Birmingham, Alabama and Kevin Greene of Atlanta, Georgia.Visitation for Mr. Lockhart was Tuesday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home-Carolina. Prayer Vigil was heldTuesday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. a t St. Pius X Catholic Church. Msgr.Arturo Banuelas will officiate at both Prayer Vigil and Mass. Pallbearers will be F.S. Armijo, Joe Pantoja, Ray apisandJr., Bob Haverly, Jess Loe and Andy Echaniz. Interment will be in Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCRESTFUNERAL HOME-CAROLINA DR. 1060 Carolina Dr. 598-3332
El Paso Times - December 182001

Braden, Barbara Torba
54, went to be with Our Lord on Saturday, December 15, 2001. Shewas born in Conova, S. Dakota and was a resident of El Paso. She is survived by her husband, Frank Braden, her daughterand her brother, Gerald Torba. Visitation will be on Tuesday, December 18, 2001 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at MartinFuneral Home-West. Memorial service will be on Wednesday, December 19, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. at Ascencion Lutheran Church6520 Loma De Cristo Drive. Private interment was held at Memory Gardens of the Valley, Santa Teresa, NM. Contributionsmay be made to the American Cancer Society, 909 E. San Antonio El Paso, TX 79901 in Barbara's memory.
El Paso Times - December 18 2001

Shoemaker, Beverly Ruth Clifford
83, of Corpus Christi, Texas, went to be with ourprecious Lord Monday, December 17, 2001. She is survived by her daughter, Beverly Luke and husband Ralph of Plano,Texas, her sister Helen Glass of Corpus Christi, Texas, grandson Dray Pavey and wife Tiffany of Dallas, Texas, and stepgrandchildren Matthew and Bradley Jackson of Dallas, Texas and many special friends. Beverly was preceded in death byher son, Phillip Clifford, husbands Fred Clifford and B. B. Shoemaker. Beverly will be remembered for her special smileand her close walk with Jesus Christ. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to Westwood Manor, 801Cantwell Lane, Corpus Christi, Texas, 78408.
El Paso Times - December 19 2001

FLORES, MRS. MARIA RUIZ
87, passed away Monday, December 17, 2001 in a local hospital.She was a life long resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Flores was preceded in deathy by herson, Nicolas Flores, daughters, Eva Quintana and Carmen Flores, sisters, Anastacia Flores, Susana Cordova and JuanitaRuiz. She is survived by her husband, Antonio Flores. Son, Manuel Flores and wife Eva. 7 Grandchildren, 14 GreatGrandchildren and 1 Great Great Grandchild. Visitation will be Thursday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home- Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Thursday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Friday at 1p.m. at San Antonio Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Jose Saucedo, Manuel Flores, Jr., Carlos Flores, AndrewGutierrez and Louie Morales Jr. Interment will be in Evergreen East Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060Carolina Drive. 598-3332.
El Paso Times - December 19 2001

MARTIN, MARY BETH HOLMES
passed away Thursday, December 13, 2001 in Austin, Texas. Shewas born in Pecos, Texas, August 12, 1940. Attended Crockett Elementary School, Austin High School, Texas ChristianUniversity and the University of Texas. She was a fashion designer, and restaurateur- co-owner of the Grey Moss Inn. Sheenjoyed her family and friends and travel. Mary was active in her community and was a board member on the San AntonioDiabetes Association and board member of the McNay Museum, also active in the Right To Read. Preceded in death byfather, Ralph C. Holmes. Survived by two children, Eric Scott Martin and Robin Martin Barnett and granddaughter HaleyAnnalise Barnett, mother, Myrtle Crum Holmes, and sister, Freddie Holmes Peters, aunts, Mabel Dingee, Allian Padbury,and a number of cousins. Memorial services were held in Austin, Saturday, December 15.
El PasoTimes - December 19 2001

HERNANDEZ ANDREW SR.,
69, passed away on Monday, December 17, 2001. He was a lifelongresident of El Paso, Texas. He was a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Hernandez was a Veteran of the Korean War, andthe recipient of the Purple Heart. He is preceded in death by his wife Elvira Ortiz Hernandez. He is survived by hissons Andrew Hernandez Jr., and Robert Hernandez, his daughters Lorraine Grimaldo, Leticia Benson, Rosalinda Hernandez,Rebecca Santiago, Annette Cheek, Jeannette Cheek, and Victoria Vernor. His brothers Arturo Hernandez, Gilbert Hernandez,and Mark Parcell; his sister Gloria Hernandez. 20 Grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren, along with his longtimefriend, partner and love Martha Luna. Visitation will be from 4 pm to 9 pm Thursday, December 20, 2001 at Sunset FuneralHome-N.E. with a rosary to be recited at 7:00 pm. Mass of Resurrection will be said on Friday, December 21, 2001, timepending. Interment will follow at Memory Gardens of the Valley in Santa Teresa, New Mexico. The pallbearers will beRobert Hernandez, Erick A. Hernandez, Jerry Santiago, William Thomas Cheek, Maceo Cheek, and Manuel Luna. KeVon Cheek,Romello Cheek, and Raul Fuerte II will be honorary pallbearers.
El Paso Times - December 192001

Moreno, Mr. Ignacio M.
74, passed away Monday, December 17, 2001 in El Paso. He was alongtime resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Moreno was a Veteran of the U.S. Army havingserved during World War II and retired from Civil Service. Mr. Moreno is survived by his loving wife, Rose Edna Moreno.Sons, Larry Ignacio Moreno and Richard Douglas Moreno. Daughers, Roselyn Marie Calderon and Linda Diane Martinez. 8Grandchildren. 1 Great Grandchild. Brothers, Paul Moreno, Louis Moreno, David Moreno, Julio Moreno and Lorenzo Moreno.Sisters, Emma Lucero, Julia Serna, Margaret Moreno and Terry Montes. 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. FuneralMass will be Thursday at 1:15 p.m. at San Antonio Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Larry I. Moreno, Richard D.Moreno, Larry I. Moreno Jr., Richard E. Moreno, Mark W. Moreno and Steven Calderon. Honorary Pallbearers will be PaulMoreno, Dave Moreno, Julio Moreno, Lorenzo Moreno, Miguel Martinez and Louis Moreno. In lieu of flowers donations may bemade to the Alzheimer's Association, 4400 N. Mesa, Suite 9, El Paso, Texas 79902 or Hospice of El Paso, 3901 N. Mesa, ElPaso, Texas. 79902. Interment will be in Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CarolinaDrive. 598-3332
El Paso Times - December 19 2001

McNamara, Chester William
76, passed away on Monday, December 17, 2001. He was aresident of El Paso, Texas for over 50 years. He was a member of the VFW Post #8919 and of the Wallace Houston MasonicLodge. He is preceded in death by his daughter Mary Katherine Mc Namara-Miller. He is survived by his wife, Marye JaneMc Namara. His daughters Susan Nancy Orr, Patricia Ann Perry, and Barbara Jean Kulp; brother Russell Thomas Mc Namara;grandchildren Robert C. Harvilicz, Michael David Perry, James Edward Kulp, Stephen Scott Perry, Christopher Allen Kulp,Daniel Bryan Orr, and Thomas William Orr. 1 Great-grandchild Jesse Aleceea Marie Harvilicz. Visitation will be from 6 pmto 8 pm Thursday, December 20, 2001 at Sunset Funeral Home-N.E. Graveside service will be held on Friday, December 21,2001 at 2:30 pm. Interment will follow at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with military honors. The grandchildren willserve as pallbearers.
El Paso Times - December 19 2001

Cason, Mrs. John Ethel Ruth
"Mother Cason", 77, went to be with our Lord on Monday,December 17, 2001. She was born in Tillar, Arkansas and was a resident of El Paso since 1962. "Mother Cason" was amember of Bethlehem Temple Church. She was preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, Wesley Maynard Cason and issurvived by her sons, Gerald L.M. Cason of Pinebluff, AR., and Paul W. Cason of El Paso, TX.; daughters, CharlotteJohnson of West Amhurst, N.Y., Carolotte Snell of El Paso, TX., and Gerallyn Jones of Houston, TX.; 11 grandchildren and7 great grandchildren. Visitation will be on Thursday, December 20, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with a wakeservice at 7:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home-Central Chapel. Funeral service will be Friday, December 21, 2001 at 11:30a.m. at Bethlehem Temple 4131 E. Yandell, (District Elder, Clayton Carr, Pastor and Founder), Co. Pastor DanielWashington officiating. Interment at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times - December 192001

Venegas, Victoria (Vita)
72, passed away Sunday, December 16, 2001 in a local hospital.She was a life long resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Venegas is survived by her husbandEnrique Venegas. Daughters, Irma Corina Torres and Sandra Sarinana. Sons, Enrique Venegas, Jr., Victor J. Venegas andGustavo Venegas. 13 Grandchildren and 1 great grandchild on the way. Brothers, Antonio Olague and Juan Olague. Sister,Celia Guardado. Visitation will be Thursday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation ofthe Rosary will be Thursday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Friday at 9:30 a.m. at Santa LuciaCatholic Church. Pallbearers will be Enrique Venegas, Jr., Victor Venegas, Gustavo Venegas, Fred Torres, Luis Sarinanaand Ray Sanchez. Interment will be in Evergreen East Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CAROLINADRIVE. 598-3332
El Paso Times - December 19 2001

ORTEGA, DANIEL
61, passed away Monday, December 17, 2001 in a local hospital. He was alife long resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Ortega was a salesman with Texas Store in ElPaso. Mr. Ortega is survived by his wife Graciela L. Ortega, sons, Juan A. Ortega and Jose G. Hernandez, daughter, LupeI. Hernandez, 2 granddaughters. Brothers, David Ortega, Juan Jose Ortega and Esteban Ortega, sisters, Isela Lopez, MariaAngelina Ortega and Merci Briseno. Visitation will be Thursday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home -Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Thursday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Friday at 11:30a.m. at San Antonio Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Juan Antonio Ortega, Jose G. Hernandez, Michael Briseno, JaimeBriseno, Robert Aguirre and Roberto Vasquez. Interment will be in Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERALHOME. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598-3332.
El Paso Times - December 19 2001

HERRERA, VIRGINIA (GINGER)
64, passed away on Tuesday, December 18, 2001. She was bornNovember 22, 1937 in Meadow, Texas. She was a life long resident of El Paso, and member of Montwood Church of Christ.She was retired from Southwestern Bell Telephone. Ginger was a 1955 graduate of Ysleta High School. She was a loving,generous, and devoted daughter, sister and aunt. Ms. Herrera is survived by her mother Naoma E. Herrera. She is alsosurvived by three brothers, Zachary and wife Marilyn, Tommy and wife Cecilia, and Ray Herrera; and three sisters,Lucille Jackson, Madean and husband Rick Bretton, and Deborah Barnes; she was a loving aunt to 17 nieces and 23 nephews.Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 20, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home East. Achapel service will be held on Friday, December 21, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. at Martin Funeral Home East. Burial will takeplace at Evergreen Cemetery on Alameda.
El Paso Times - December 19 2001

VICKERS, RACHEL A.
passed away Sunday, December 16, 2001 in Hobbs, New Mexico followinga lengthy illness. Mrs. Vickers was born December 17, 1928 to Thomas and Mary L. Coursey who have preceded her in death.She was retired from Mountain States Telephone and Telegraph Co. after 33 years of service. She was also employed withthe City of Hobbs Police Department for six years. Survivors include: Sons, Jay Vickers of Hobbs and Don Vickers ofSpringfield, MO. Sister, Tommie O'Leary of El Paso, Texas; Brother, Jerry Coursey of Hobbs and 3 grandchildren. Therewill be no services. Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice. Arrangements for cremation are with San JoseFuneral Home, 601 S. Virginia St., El Paso, Texas 79901. 915-532-1856
El Paso Times - December 192001

MARTINEZ, RICARDO
88, lifelong resident of El Paso, Texas passed away Thursday, December13, 2001. Mr. Martinez served in the Armed Forces and was a veteran of WWII. Surviors: Son, David Dominguez; Daughters,Gloria Villanueva and Beatriz G. Rivera. Grandchildren: Sandra L. Downey, Xavier Villanueva Jr., Ricardo A. Villanueva,Michelle L. Calderon, Deborah L. Villanueva and Heather Rivera. Five great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held onThursday from 10 AM to 12 noon in San Jose Funeral Home where praying of the Rosary will start at 11:30 AM. Funeral Masswill be held Thursday at 12:30 PM at St. Patrick's Cathedral. Burial will follow at Memory Gardens Cemetery withMilitary Honors. Funeral arrangements under direction of San Jose Funeral Home, 601 S. Virginia St., El Paso, Texas79901. 915-532-1856
El Paso Times - December 19 2001

PEREZ, WILLIAM
14, passed away Tuesday, December 18, 2001. He was a lifetime resident ofEl Paso and a student at Parkland Middle School. He is survived by his parents Miguel and Leonor Perez, twin brotherMike Perez, brothers Jorge and David Perez, sister Elisabeth Perez, paternal grandmother Maria Teresa Triana andmaternal grandparents Delifino Moreno and Isidra Soto. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 19, 2001 atRestlawn Funeral Home, 4848 Alps from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. with a rosary at 6:00 p.m. Funeral mass will be at Holy TrinityCatholic Church on Thursday, December 20, 2001 at 9:00 a.m. Burial will be at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery.
El Paso Times - December 19 2001

AYRES, PAUL E.
87, passed away Saturday, December 15, 2001, a resident of El Paso for 20years. He retired from the U.S. Navy after 23 years of service and was a veteran of World War II. He was preceded indeath by his wife, Mary L. Ayres and is survived by his three daughters, Paulette and Henry Madison, Rose Mary Steeleand Elizabeth and Robert Nelson; 6 grandchildren and 2 great-granddaughters; 1 brother and 1 sister. Graveside Servicewill be 3:00 p.m. Thursday at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with Chaplain Sam Ferroni officiating. Military Honors willbe accorded. Memorial Contribution may be made to Hospice of El Paso, 3901 N. Mesa, Suite 400, El Paso, Texas79902.
El Paso Times - December 20 2001

GLADDEN, CLARENCE JOSEPH
80, passed away at home on Sunday, December 16, 2001 after alengthy illness. He was born in Savannah, Georgia on November 6, 1921 but moved to Philadelphia, PA where he spent hisearly childhood years. He was preceded in death by his parents and all seven of his siblings. He entered the military in1942 and served with the 332nd fighter group (Tuskeegee Airmen) as a radar mechanic. After the war he obtained a degreein Electrical Engineering, married, and settled in Linden, NJ, where he became active in local politics and civicaffairs including scouting. In 1972, he was asked to transfer to Mexico to establish a twin plant operation. While in ElPaso, his interests turned to the church. He became a member of Grace United Methodist Church and held many positions onthe Conference level. He also became a member of Gideons International. He is survived by his wife of 52 years,Cornelia; three children, Stephen J. Gladden of Chicago, and wife Stephanie, Andrea Grimes of El Paso, and Jill C. Maysand husband Arthur of Missouri City, TX; and six grandchildren, Stephanie and Imani Gladden, Clinton and Mitchell Mays,and Leona and Laura Grimes. Additional family members include nieces, Catherine Gallop of Scotch Plains, NJ, JudyBeasley of Omaha, NB, Joyce Williams of Philadelphia, PA and nephews, Tim Warfield of York, PA and John Warfield ofPhiladelphia. He was a member of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity and a life member of the Society of Electrical andElectronic Engineers. A memorial celebration service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, December 22, 2001 at Grace UnitedMethodist Church, 400 N. Carolina. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to Grace UnitedMethodist Church Memorial Fund. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-East.
El Paso Times -December 20 2001

OCHOA, JESUS F.
79, resident of El Paso for over fifty years, passed away SundayDecember 16, 2001. Mr. Ochoa was a member of the Catholic Church and volunteered his time for Government Surplus Programat San Pablo Lutheran Church for over twenty years. Mr. Ochoa worked for the Southern Pacific Railroad for twenty twoyears and for Lower Valley Bus Lines for twelve years. Mr. Ochoa is survived by his wife Consuelo Ochoa, his sons JesusOchoa Jr., Ramon Ochoa, Miguel Ochoa, and Raymond Ochoa Jr. and his daughters Rosa Ruiz, Consuelo Morales, and YvonnePina. Other survivors include his brother Martin Ochoa, seventeen grandchildren, twenty two great-grandchildren, and twogreat-great-grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Visitation will be Thursday December 20,2001 from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm with a rosary at 7:00 pm at Mt Carmel Funeral Home Chapel. Mass will be held FridayDecember 21, 2001 at 11:00 am at Our Lady of Mt Carmel Catholic Church "Old Mission". Interment will be at Mt CarmelCemetery.
El Paso Times - December 20 2001

SAMANIEGO, ERIC
19, passed away Monday, December 17, 2001 in El Paso. He was a lifelongresident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Eric was a student mechanic at Western Tech Institute. He issurvived by his parents, Salvador and Sandra Samaniego. Brother, Steven Samaniego. Sister, Valeria Samaniego. MaternalGrandparents, Raul and Margarita Gonzalez. Paternal Grandfather, Salvador Samaniego. Great-Grandmother, SeferinaGonzalez. Several Uncles, Aunts and Cousins. Visitation will be Friday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home -Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Friday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Saturday at 9 a.m.at St. Raphael Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Manny Ogas Jr., Michael Ogas, Wences Samaniego, Steven Samaniego,E.J. Pittaway and Adrian Salas. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060Carolina Drive. 598-3332
El Paso Times - December 20 2001

GEIGER, JULIA
69, life long resident of El Paso passed away Tuesday December 18, 2001.Mrs. Geiger was a member of the Catholic Church. She is preceded in death by her daughters Joyce Gardea, and JaniceGeiger. Mrs. Geiger is survived by her husband Ludwig, Geiger, her sons Russell Geiger, Richard Geiger, and RonaldGeiger, and by her daughters Barbara Cazares and Angelina Juarez. Other survivors include two brothers, five sisters,grandchildren Christine Geiger, Andrea Geiger, Lauren Geiger, Crystal Aguilar, Jennifer Geiger, Derrick Geiger, NicoleRobles, Jonathan Robles, Joshua Robles, Nicole Gardea, Jacqueline Gardea, Autumn Cazares, Randy Cazares, Mark Geiger,Michael Juarez, and Zachary Juarez, and great-grandchildren Anthony Aguilar Pichette and Angel Cruz. She will be greatlymissed by her family and friends. Visitation will be Thursday December 20, 2001 from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Mt CarmelFuneral Home Chapel. Rosary will be held at 7:30 pm at St Raphael Catholic Church. Mass will be held Friday December 21,2001 at 1:30 pm at St Raphael Catholic Church. Interment will be at Mt Carmel Cemetery.
El PasoTimes -December 20 2001

Harris, Dr. Byron Davis
76, passed away Thursday, December 20, 2001, a resident of ElPaso since 1984. Dr. Harris was born in Red Oak, Texas, November 10, 1925. He was preceded in death by his parentsWilliam Byron Harris and Abigail Davis Harris of Dallas. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Julie G. Harris,brother, Joe B. Harris and his wife Joy, of Austin, son W.R. "Bob" Harris of Roswell, NM; daughter Linda G. Espinosa andhusband Eddie of Roswell. Other survivors include 4 grandchildren and a nephew. Dr. Harris was a 1947 graduate of TexasA & M College of Veterinary Medicine. He was retired from the U.S. Government after 33 years service in both theU.S. Army and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service. Dr. Harris was a 32ndDegree Mason. He enjoyed life to the fullest by being actively involved in the sport of archery, hunting and camping.Dr. Harris was very active in his favorite hobby of miniature railroading. He was a very enthused member of the El PasoModel Railroad Club. Arrangements will be at a later date. Dr. Harris was not only loving husband and father, he was adad.
El Paso Times - December 21 2001

Murguia, Mrs. Gloria H.
78, passed away Tuesday, December 18, 2001 in a local hospital.She was a life time resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Murguia is survived by her husband,Seferino Murguia. Son, Hector L. Murguia and wife Dolores R. Murguia, granddaughter Terry Murguia and husband Enrique A.Curtis, great granddaughter, Jazmine Marie Curtis, sisters, Hilaria Valverde, Anna Valenzuela and many nephews andnieces. Visitation will be Friday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosarywill be Friday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Saturday at 10:00 a.m. at Little Flower CatholicChurch. Honorary Pallbearer will be Seferino Muguia. Pallbearers will be Hector L. Murguia, Enrique A. Curtis, VictorValverde, David Valenzuela, Rudy Franco, John G. Franco, Oscar Valverde and Fred Mattson. Interment will be in EvergreenEast Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive. 598-3332
El Paso Times -December 21 2001

Main, Mary L.
a former resident of El Paso, passed away December 18, 2001, in Houston,TX. Mary was born to Effie Eudora Norris Larkins and Edward DeSales Larkins in Little Orleans, MD on October 19, 1920.She graduated from Allegany H.S., Cumberland, MD, and attended Frostburg St. Teachers College, Frostburg, MD. Marymarried John H. Main in 1947. She and her family resided in Cumberland and Lavale, MD; Radford, VA; Salt Lake City, UT;and Hockessin and Wilmington, DE; El Paso, TX; Hermosa Beach, CA; and Houston, TX. Mary was blessed with interests inart, anthropology, archeology, drama, gardening, geography, geology, history, literature, and nature. She was a devotedmother and a faithful friend to many. Mary is survived by son Doyon Main and wife Patricia, Houston, TX; son George Mainand wife Teresa, San Francisco, CA; daughter Susan Collector, husband Skip, and grandaughters Rachel, Samantha, andCallie Collector, Hermosa Beach, CA; brother Charles Larkin and family, Waldorf, MD; and brother David Larkin,Cumberland, MD. A private funeral service is planned. Mary requested that, in lieu of flowers, contributions be made tothe Allegany County Library, 31 Washington St., Cumberland, MD, 21502, or to the charity of your choice.
El Paso Times - December 21 2001

DEL VAL, ARNALDO
75, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 19, 2001. Bornin San Borjas, Chih., Mexico. Mr. Del Val was a long time resident of El Paso and retired from Kahn's Sweet Shop. Mr.Del Val is survived by his wife, Gloria Del Val; son, Sergio Del Val; daughters, Alejandrina Bauer, and Bertha Lara; 8grandchildren, Rebecca, Aide, Gloria, Frank, Irene, Ben, Denise, and Lorraine; 5 great-grandchildren, Stephanie,Celeste, Adriana, Lauren, and Kelsey; 3 sisters, Manuela Del Val, Velia Gason, and Maria Luisa Garcia. Pallbearers willbe Alan G. Bauer, Benjamin Del Val, Charles Dodds, Frank Lara, Frank Lara III, Jaime Rivera; Honorary Pallbearer,Frederik Defesche. Visitation will be held from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday, December 23 with Rosary at 7 p.m. at SUNSETFUNERAL HOME - EAST. Funeral Mass will be held at 9 a.m. on Monday, December 24 at Little Flower Church located at 171Polo Inn. Burial will follow at Evergreen East Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home - East.
El Paso Times - December 22 2001

WOLF, RICHARD A.
81, passed away Thursday December 20, 2001. He had been a resident ofEl Paso since 1955. Member of Temple Mt. Sinai, Veteran of World War II, and was a longtime merchant in El Paso.Preceded in death by his daughter Georgee Beth Wolf. Survivors include his wife Ida N. Wolf of El Paso; son &daughter in law Mark & Josephine Wolf of Dallas. Graveside services will be held Sunday 2:00 P.M. at Mt. SinaiCemetery with Rabbi Kenneth Weiss officiating.
El Paso Times - December 22 2001

Jaramillo Tomasa G. "Tommie"
1917-2001, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt,friend and community leader died Friday, December 21, 2001 at the age of 84. Tommie, the widow of Edward J. Jaramillo,Sr., is survived by and greatly missed by her children and their families. They include Edward Jr. and his wife Barbara,Luis and his wife Ann, Irene Jaramillo Fernandez, Gloria Jaramillo Rea and her husband Frank, Albert J. Jaramillo, andJosie Jaramillo Brostrom and her husband Forrest. Tommie is also survived by her grandsons, Jim Fernandez and Edward,Luis Robert, Tom, Mateo and Steven Jaramillo, and many nieces and nephews, including David and Sandy Rascon, Rosa LindaMunn, Patricia and Raul Cantu and Jimmy Jaramillo. A lifelong resident of El Paso, Tommie was an outstanding graduate ofBowie High School and a community leader and educator throughout her adult life. She was president of the Parent-TeacherAssociation at schools attended by her children and at the regional level and was honored with a lifetime membership bythe national organization. She and other local parents originated the school aide program that eventually evolved intothe national Head Start program. She was a charter member of the Hijas Catolicas, now a national organization. She was afounding member of Santo Niño de Atocha parish. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made in memory of Tommie to theEdward J. and Tomasa G. Jaramillo Memorial Endowment Fund at UTEP, 1100 North Stanton Street, Suite 201, El Paso, TX79902.
El Paso Times - December 23 2001

LEACH, ANDREW P.
68, passed away to be with our Lord on December 21, 2001, born October20, 1933 in Saddle River, NJ after a courageous battle with Pancreatic Cancer. He is preceded in death by his son AndrewD. Leach and his grandson Sean P. Leach. He is survived by his wife Sally of Santa Teresa, NM; daughters, Teri Leach ofEl Paso & husband John Stewart & her children Michael and Ashley; Kathy Lara of El Paso & husband Manny& their children Wesley and Shelby; son Robert Leach, his wife Sara and their children Andrea and Caulin. He is alsosurvived by his grandchildren Reagan and Ryan and their mother Rhonda Leach and Gavin Leach his first grandchild of LasCruces, NM. Andrew was retired from the U.S. Border Patrol and was stationed in Harlingen, Tx, Stockton, CA, Champlain,NY, and St. Albans, VT. Andrew was a beloved husband, father, and friend and will be deeply missed by all who knew andloved him. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Mesilla Valley Hospice of Las Cruces. Our special thanks to JonLaVertu, R.N., for all of his caring in the time of Andrew's long journey and to the staff o Mesilla Valley Hospice.Memorial services were held Saturday at St. Mathew's Catholic Church.
El Paso Times - December 232001

PRADO, GUILLERMO
83, life long resident of El Paso, passed away Tuesday December 18,2001. Mr. Prado was a member of the Catholic Church. He was preceded in death by his parents Gilberto and Maria EstherPrado. Mr. Prado is survived by his wife Margarita Prado, his sons Armando Prado and Alex Prado, and his daughtersMargarita Prado, Martha Prado, Esther Prado, and Maria Prado. Other survivors include many grandchildren, great-grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Visitation will be Sunday December 23, 2001 from10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. with a Rosary at 12:00 noon at Mt. Carmel Funeral Home Chapel. Mass will be held Monday December24, 2001 at 8:30 a.m. at Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church. Interment will be at Mt. Carmel Cemetery.
El Paso Times - December 23 2001

MOLINAR MARGARET ANN
79, passed away on December 19, 2001. Mrs. Molinar was born inButte, Montana and resided in El Paso for 60 years. She was a member of St. Matthew's Catholic Church. Mrs. Molinar wasreceded in death by her beloved husband Dr. Ramon Molinar. She is survived by her sons, Ramon I. Molinar and George A.Molinar, daughter, Tanya Molinar Finney. Brothers, George Radick of Coronado, CA, Frank Radick of Centralia, WA,sisters, Mary Marich of Tucson, AZ, Joan Peck of Coronado, CA and Helen Pierce of Bain Bridge Island, WA. Grandchildren,Ramon A. Molinar, Myla Molinar, Maggie Molinar, Lucas Finney and Bijou Finney. Services are held at a later date.Memorial contributions may be made to the following charities, The Rescue Mission, The Transitional Living Center andthe Child Crisis Center. Services entrusted to Sunset Fuenral Home West.
El Paso Times - December23 2001

LOPEZ, RITO
72, passed away Friday December 21, 2001 in El Paso. He was a lifelongresident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Lopez retired from the Civil Service. He was a veteranof the U.S. Army having served during World War II. Mr. Lopez was preceded in death by his daughter, Glorial MarieLopez. He is survived by his wife, Alicia N. Lopez. Sons, David Lopez and Ray Lopez. Daughters Alma Lopez and SuzanneVillegas. 7 Grandchildren and 1 Great Grandchild. Brother Antonio Lopez. Sisters, Manuela Mendoza and Otilia Gurrola.Visitation will be Sunday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will beSunday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Monday at 9:45 a.m. at Our Lady of the Valley CatholicChurch. Pallbearers will be David Lopez, Ray opez, Robert Lopez, Kevin Van Portfliet, Alberto Dominguez and AlbertoRodriguez. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by Hillcrest Funeral Home. 1060 Carolina Dr. 598-3332
El Paso Times - December 23 2001

Woods Colin Chester
passed away on December 11, 2001 at the age of 58. Colin was aresident of El Paso for more than 25 years. Formerly of Southington, Ohio, Colin served in the Massachusetts and OhioNational Guards for six years during the Vietnam conflict. Earning his nursing degree in 1972 Colin made his career as aregistered nurse serving in many El Paso hospitals and nursing homes. A consummate professional, he will be missed byfamily, friends, and co-workers alike. A lover of classical, folk, and jazz music, Colin taught himself to play guitarand the fiddle. He enjoyed fine literature, philosophy, and fine art. He practiced the art of conversation with greatsuccess and was never at a loss for opinions on any matter. Colin C. Woods is survived by his former wife Linda and twosons: Russell H. Woods, also of El Paso, Texas serving in the Army at Fort Bragg and Glen H. Downing of Norfolk,Virginia serving in the Navy and brothers and sisters. Private services will be held in Hall Funeral Home, Warren, Ohioon Friday December 21.
El Paso Times - December 23 2001

Ortiz, Armando,
Tech Sgt, a former resident of El Paso, passed away December 19, 2001, inLas Vegas, NV. Armando was born to Jose Oscar Ortiz and Artemisa Yanez in El Paso, TX on November 2, 1960. He graduatedfrom Stephen F. Austin High School 1980 where he was Senior class president and member of the marching band. He wasactive in the Boy Scouts and reached the level of Eagle Scout. Armando married Ruth E. Chavez in 1986 at Mount CarmelChurch. He joined the US Air Force in 1984, and had been stationed in Frankfort, Germany; Shreveport LA; and Las Vegas,NV. He was active in his local church volunteering time and teaching CCD. He also coached youth sports. He thrived infamily activities, enjoying the happiness of others. Survived by wife Ruth, son Isaac Jacob, age 14 and AmandaElizabeth, age 10; parents Jose Oscar and Artemisa; siblings Jorge, Martha, Oscar, Luis, Ruth, Francisco, and Angel; aswell as by several nieces and nephews. Rosary will be held on Sunday Dec 23 at Hillcrest Funeral Home on 1060 N.Carolina 7-9 pm. Memorial service will be held on Monday Dec 24 at Our Lady of Mt Carmel Church 10:30 am with burial tofollow at Mount Carmel Cemetery.
El Paso Times - December 23 2001

CALLAHAN, CARL R.
62, passed away on Friday, December 21, 2001. He was a long timeresident of El Paso. Mr. Calahan is survived by his wife Olivia Callahan; four sons, Kelly Callahan, Gregory Callahan,Douglas Callahan, Bronson Callahan; and daughter Abigail Angeles. A memorial service will be held on Monday, December24, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. at Martin Funeral Home East Chapel.
El Paso Times - December 232001

TENA, OLIVIA
49 of El Paso passed away Thursday, December 20, 2001. Mrs. Tena was ahomemaker, a resident of El Paso for 29 years, and a member of the Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by herhusband, Juan Tena Sr. and her son, Juan Tena Jr., sisters, Irma Saucedo Reyes, Rosa Saucedo Reyes, and Nancy SaucedoReyes. She is survived by her sons, Antonio Molina, Rodolfo Tena, Jose Tena, and daughter, Mirea Molina. Parents: JuanTena and Maria Tena. 5 Grandchildren. Brothers, Carlos Saucedo Reyes, Raul Saucedo Reyes, and Zeferino Saucedo Reyes.Sisters, Gloria Saucedo Reyes, and Norma Saucedo Reyes. Services are scheduled as follows: Visitation from 1:00 p.m. to6:00 p.m. on Friday, December 21, 2001 at Sunset Funeral Home-East, Chapel of Peace. Rosary services was scheduled at6:30 p.m. on Friday, Decem ber 21, 2001 at Sunset Funeral Home-East, Chapel of Peace. Funeral Mass at 9:30 a.m.,Saturday, December 22, 2001 at Cristo Rey Catholic Church. Pallbearers were her family members. Interment at MountCarmel Cemetery. Services entrusted to SUNSET FUNERAL HOME-EAST, 750 N. Carolina Drive, El Paso, TX 79915 (915) 594-4424.
El Paso Times - December 24 2001

AGUILAR, MRS. JOSEFINA A.
81, passed away Wednesday, December 19, 2001 in a localhospital. She was a life long resident of El Paso and retired from Hortex Inc. Mrs. Aguilar was preceded in death by herhusband Alfredo Aguilar, Sr., and daughter Manuela Avila. She is survived by her children, Jose Rios, Clara Walker, MaryMontelongo, Ruben Martin Aguilar, Irene Salas and Freddy Aguilar, Jr. 22 Grandchildren, 18 Great Grandchildren and 1Great Great Grandchild. Brother, Pedro Nunez. Sisters, Andrea Diaz, Maria Del Rayo Vasquez and Frances Vasquez.Visitation will be Tuesday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home-Carolina. Prayer Service will be Tuesday at 7p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Service will be Wednesday at 9:45 a.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Pallbearers will be FreddyAguilar, Jr., John Saenz, Jr., Enrique De La Cruz Frances Adame, Ivy Ortiz and Ruben Aguilar, Jr. Interment will be inFort Bliss National Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598-3332
ElPaso Times - December 24 2001

ESTES JOHN HOWARD III
was received by his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December 23,2001. He was born in Pharr, Texas on April 16, 1921 to John Howard and Boonie (Williams) Estes Jr. He married MargaretParks June 14, 1946 and spent 55 wonderful years with this beautiful lady. He worked for the El Paso Independent SchoolDistrict where he taught Math and was Asst. Principal at El Paso High School and Principal at Lamar Elementary. He spent55 years in El Paso and recently moved to San Antonio. He was a member of St. Paul's Methodist Church, the East El PasoLions Club, Masonic Lodge 1111, and The Woodworkers Club of El Paso. He also honorably served his nation during WWII inEurope. He was preceded in death by his parents and four sisters (Nannie, Lucie, Martha, and Virginia). He enjoyedreading, stained-glass, camping, and his woodwork. Most precious to him were his many pets in life that brought him muchjoy. He is survived by his wife, Margaret; a son, Col (Ret) John Howard Estes IV; a daughter, Margaret Joan Davis; asister, Dorothy Wimberley; 6 grandchildren, John V., Tracy, Jim, Larry, Raina, and Wendi; 4 great grandchildren; and hispet dog, Black Dog. He loved his daughter-in-law, Leanne and his son-in-law, Chuck as his own children. Service andInterment will be at Rest Lawn Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME-CAROLINA. 1060Carolina Drive. 598-3332
El Paso Times - December 25 2001

ZORN, ANNIE
67, passed away Wednesday, December 19, 2001. She was born and raised in DelRio, Texas and was a resident of El Paso for 47 years. She is survived by her husband of 48 years, W.E. Zorn, Jr. andher children, William E. Zorn, III of El Paso, Carl Lee Zorn of Salem, CT and Hazel Lee Tipton of El Paso; 2 grandsons,Aaron M. Tipton of El Paso and Joseph A. Zorn of Salem, CT and her mother, Jessie O'Bryant of El Paso. "She was a lovingwife, mother, grandmother and daughter". Visitation will be Thursday, December 27th from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home Dyer Chapel. Graveside Service will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, December 28th at Fort BlissNational Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to your favorite charity.
El Paso Times - December 26 2001

Bittner, James Marshall Jr.,
a.k.a. The Cane Man, passed away on Friday, December 21,2001. He was born in Washington, Iowa August 04, 1936. He was a member of American Legion Post 170 in Mid-West City,Oklahoma and Fraternity Masonic Lodge 1111 of El Paso, Texas. He is survived by his wife Lucia Bittner, daughterJennifer Bittner of El Paso and son Jeremy Bittner of Muskegon, Michigan. Mr. Bittner was a veteran of the United StatesAir Force having served during the Korean War era. He retired from being a self-employed antique cane broker andindependent antique cane appraiser. He worked throughout Iowa, llinois, and Indiana where he had friends and relatives.Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 26, 2001 from 4:00 - 9:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home East. A gravesideservice will be held on Thursday, December 27, 2001 at 11:00 A.M. at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. JOHN 3:16.
El Paso Times - December 26 2001

MOLINA, SOCORRO FRANCO
81, widow of Edmundo Lucero Molina. Survived by sister Soledad F.Ortiz, brother Jose Alonso Franco, daughters: Sylvia Molina, Yanna Molina, Elizabeth Hernandez, Patricia Molina, sons:Edmundo Molina Jr., Jose Luis Molina Sr., 15 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren. Rosary, December 27 at 7 pm at La PazFuneral Home. Mass, December 28 at 9:30 am at Guardian Angel Church. Burial December 28 at 10:30 am at Ft. BlissNational Cemetery. Funeral arrangements entrusted to La Paz Funeral Home.
El Paso Times -December26 2001

REGINO, MARIA ESTHER
56, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 23, 2001. Shewas a long time resident of El Paso and was a member of Little Flower Catholic Church. She was a former employee ofLevi's Strauss and Co. for 26 years at the Cypress facility. Mrs. Regino is survived by her husband Epifanio T. Rejino,daughter Alma Rejino and granddaughter Cynthia Rejino, sons Victor Rejino and wife Margarita, Cesar Rejino and wifeGriselda, sisters Maria and Flavia, brothers Andres, Gregorio, and Baldo. She will be greatly missed by her family andfriends. Visitation will be Thursday, December 27, 2001 from 3 P.M. to 9 P.M. with Rosary at 7 P.M. at Harding-Orr andMcDaniel Funeral Home (320 Montana Ave.). Funeral Mass will be held Friday at 11 A.M. at Little Flower Catholic Church(171 Polo Inn) with Fr. Jose Luis Garayoa, O.A.R. officiating with interment to follow at Memory Gardens of the ValleyCemetery. Pallbearers will be Epifanio T. Rejino, Victor Rejino, Cesar Rejino, Prine Loa and two other familymembers.
El Paso Times - December 26 2001

TORRES, MR. CARLOS ZEPEDA
74, passed away Wednesday, December 19, 2001 in El Paso. Hewas a longtime resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Torres is survived by his sons, CarlosTorres Jr., Alejandro Torres, Juan Torres and Jose Torres. 5 Grandchildren. Brothers, Jose Torres, Miguel Torres andSalvador Torres. Sisters, Dolores Torres and Venancia Torres. Visitation will be Thursday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. atHillcrest Funeral Home-Carlina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Thursday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Masswill be Friday at 10 a.m. at St. Pius X Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Alejandro Torres, Juan Torres, Jose Torres,Jose Torres, Miguel Torres and Salvador Torres. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Directed by HILLCRESTFUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive. 598-3332.
El Paso Times - December 26 2001

BURTON PATRICIA D.
passed away Sunday December 23, 2001. A intermittent resident of ElPaso since 1956. She was an Art Teacher in the Ysleta school district and in the Kern County H.S. District inBakersfield Ca. She will be greatly missed by her daughters: Samantha Burton and her Husband Tom Dykas, of St. LouisMO., Amanda Burton of Los Angeles, CA., her Mother Pauline Dreckman of El Paso, Sisters and Bros-In-Law Diana and LarryHaas of Tucson AZ., Jeanne and Buddy Saunders of El Paso, Nieces and Nephews: Tony Berlin, Dina Berlin, Beau Saundersand Shea Saunders and many other family members, friends and former students. Funeral service will be held 10 AMThursday at St. Pauls United Methodist Ch with Rev. Thomas Broom Officiating. Private Burial will take place at a laterdate. Memorial Contributions may be made to the El Paso Alzheimer's Assn., 4400 N Mesa, El Paso, TX 79902.
El Paso Times -December 26 2001

VINCENT, JERRY LYNN
60, passed away Sunday, December 23, 2001 in El Paso. He was a longtime resident of El Paso. Mr. Vincent had been employed with Johnny Bean Horse Farm. He is survived by his wife LibradaVincent Daughters Sandy Hernandez and Bridget Gallegos. 4 Grandchildren. 1 Brother sand 2 Sisters. Visitation will beThursday from w4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home-Doniphan. Funeral Service will be Friday at 10:45 a.m. atHillcrest Chapel. Members of the family will serve as pallbearers. Interment will follow in Memory Garden of the ValleyCemetery, Santa Teresa, NM. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME-DONIPHAN. 5054 DONIPHAN DR. 587-0202.
El Paso Times - December 26 2001

WAFER, ABBIE LEE
A memorial service for 98, formerly of El Paso, will be at 2 p.m.Friday, December 28, 2001, at Vista Ysleta Methodist Church in El Paso. Internment of the cremains will follow atEvergreen East. Miss Wafer died Thursday, December 13, 2001, at Landsun Health Service Center in Carlsbad, New Mexico.Miss Wafer was an educator and curriculum supervisor in the Ysleta Independent School District. She devoted more than 50years to the education of young people. She was involved in Delta Kappa Gamma, Texas Congress of Parents and Teachers,Eastern Star, Ysleta Retired Teacher's Assn., and Landsun Manor Volunteers. Miss Wafer was a member of Vista YsletaMethodist Church where she was active as a Sunday school teacher. Survivors include Katherine H. Wafer, Ellen Robinson,Dr. William Wafer, Melissa Wafer-Cross, and numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, the family suggestsmemorials to Vista Ysleta Methodist Church or to a favorite charity.
El Paso Times - December 272001

SOLIS, LYDIA
97, passed away Saturday, December 22, 2001, in a local hospital. Lifelongresident of El Paso and member of St. Raphael Catholic Church. She retired after many years of service with the El PasoIndependent School District. Preceded in death by her parents Cruz and Juana Solis. Survived by daughters Maria CruzChacon and Juana Murphy and husband Albert; 7 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; 3 great great grandchildren; andsister Maria De Jesus Vasquez. Visitation and Rosary Service were held on Wednesday at Martin Funeral Home Central.Funeral Mass will be held at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at St. Raphael Catholic Church. Burial at Restlawn Memorial ParkCemetery.
El Paso Times - December 27 2001

DIAL, BETTY WERTHEIM
Funeral services will be 2 P.M. Thursday, December 27, 2001 at theWest Funeral Home Chapel, with Dr. Brian Taylor, lay leader of the Carlsbad Jewish Congregation, officiating. Gravesideservices will follow at the Carlsbad Cemetery. Betty W. Dial was born February 25, 1926, in El Paso, Texas to Herman andJulia V. Wertheim. She attended the University of New Mexico, and was the accountant for Carlsbad's Parchman CarverHardware for many years before retirement. She was a wonderful friend, deeply loved by those who knew her. Betty was anavid sports fan and a loyal rooter of the El Paso Coronado High School volley ball and softball teams that her daughter,Julie, coached attending as many of their games as she possibly could. Survivors: daughter, Julie Dial of El Paso, son,Eric C. Dial, his wife Lola: Three grandchildren Angela Dial Taylor, Melissa and Eric C. Dial, Jr. All of Palm Harbor,Florida and four grand-dogs.
El Paso Times - December 27 2001

LOPEZ, VALENTIN SR.,
58, passed away on Friday, December 21, 2001. He was a lifelongresident of San Elizario. Preceded in death by his spouse Maria Elena Lopez and brother Tranquilino Lopez, Jr. Mr. Lopezis survived by mother Natalia Lopez, sons: Valentin Lopez, Jr. and Jaime Lopez, daughters: Christina Marcel and LauraRodriguez, grandchildren: G.C., Monique Nicole Rodriguez, Jonathan Lopez, Matthew Marcel, Madison Marcel, Erika DanielaLopez, brothers: Titi Lopez, Jose Lopez, Juan Lopez, Chava Lopez, Carlos Lopez, sisters: Cruz Campos, Mary Ramirez, LupeBorrego. Visitation will be on Friday, December 28, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home EastChapel with a rosary at 7:00 p.m. A funeral mass will be held on Saturday, December 29, 2001 at 1:00 p.m. at SanElizario Catholic Church. Burial will take place at Clint Cemetery.
El Paso Times - December 272001

GARCIA, GREGORIO CLEMENTE
85, passed away on Tuesday, December 25, 2001. He was alifelong resident of El Paso, TX. He was retired from the El Paso County Tax Office. He served in the U.S. Army duringWW II. Mr. Garcia was a descendant of Captain Gregorio Nacianceno Garcia, who played an important part in the earlypolitics of San Elizario. He is survived by his wife, Bertha; daughter, Alyce Ortega and her husband Sergio; son, ManuelR. Garcia and his wife, Rowena; son Greg C. Garcia Jr.; granddaughters, Sabrina Aleman and Allyson Young; grandsons,Adam and Mark Garcia; brother Ignacio Garcia; sister Jesusita Mayo; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will beheld on Thursday, December 27, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home East with a rosary at 7:00p.m. A funeral mass will be held on Friday, December 28, 2001 at Little Flower Catholic Church at 1:15 p.m. Burial willtake place at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. Family members will serve as pallbearers.
El PasoTimes -December 27 2001

SANCHEZ-CASTELLANOS, MAGDA ESPERANZA
90, passed away Tuesday December 25, 2001. She wasa lifelong resident of El Paso and member of St. Patrick's Cathedral. She was also a volunteer at Providence MemorialHospital for 12 years. Preceded in death by her husband Jose Maria Sanchez-Castellanos. Survivors include her daughter& son in law Magda J. & Juan Manuel Escobar of Clint, TX; brother Dr. Efren R. Saldivar of Juarez; grandchildrenMagda Adriana Escobar, Rosa Maria Escobar, Marisa Beatriz Escobar, Juan Manuel Escobar, Jr., Adrian Jose Escobar; greatgranddaughter Mia Alejandra Escobar; nephew Armando R. Sanchez-Castellanos & family and other nieces and nephews.Visitation will be held Friday 4:00 p.m. with rosary service being said at 7:00 p.m. at Harding Orr & McDanielChapel. Funeral mass will be held Saturday 8:30 a.m. at St. Patrick's Cathedral. Interment will follow at RestlawnCemetery.
El Paso Times - December 27 2001

GUZMAN, EFREN
46, passed away on Saturday, December 22, 2001 in Detroit, Michigan. Mr.Guzman is survived by his wife, Gloria; and daughter Elizabeth Guzman; grandchild, Sabon McLean; son-in-law Lacy McLean.He is also survived by five brothers, Marco, Antonio, Jorge, Alex, Javier Guzman, and Manny Olivares; and four sisters,Lupe Valles, Patricia Dominguez, Susana Nelson, Veronica Spencer. Visitation will be held on Friday, December 28, 2001from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home East with a rosary at 7:00 p.m. A chapel service will be held onSaturday, December 29, 2001 at 9:00 a.m. at Martin Funeral Home East-Chapel. Burial will follow at Mount CarmelCemetery. Thank you for giving us the best of your life and also for being the best husband, father and son.
El Paso Times - December 27 2001

SUTHERLAND, JAMES "WALKER"
1 Nov 1916-23 Dec 2001. (age 85) Birth Place; Virginia,Resided in: Clinton, Maryland. Visitation: December 27, 2001. Services: December 28, 2001. Cemetery: Maryland VeteransCemetery. On December 23, 2001 of Clinton, Maryland. The loving husband of the late Alice Sutherland. Beloved father ofDarlene, of Naples, Fla., James W. Sutherland, of El Paso, TX, John Wayne Sutherland, of Greensboro, N.C. and WarrenSutherland, of Louisa, Va. Brother of Elizabeth Kreamer, of Dumphreys, Va and Elva Elliott, of Alexandria, VA. Brotherin law of Elizabeth Sprouse and Virginia Sutherland. He is also survived by 9 grandchildren and 4 greatgrandchildren.
El Paso Times - December 27 2001

FLORES, RAUL
75, passed away at home on Sunday, December 23, 2001. The lifelong El Pasoresident served with the United States Army during World War II. Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Luz LopezFlores; sons, Jose Martin, Raul Jr., Daniel, Steve, Ruben and Sam Flores; daughters, Sukey Robles, Beatriz Jimenez,Francis, Ruth and Dora Maria Flores; 9 grandchildren; sister, Luz Levitz along with several other family members andfriends. Visitation is from 4-9 pm Thursday with a rosary to be recited at 7 pm at Sunset Funeral Home - East, Chapel ofRemembrance. The Mass of the Resurrection will be said at 9:45 am Friday, at Saint Ignatius Catholic Church, 408 Spark.His sons will serve as pallbearers. He was preceded in death by his parents, Luis and Maria R. Flores. Servicesentrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-East.
El Paso Times - December 27 2001

PENAFLOR VILLANUEVA, ERLINDA
of El Paso, Texas died on December 23, 2001. Born in 1934in Rizal, N.E., Philippines, she married Marcelino Villanueva in 1952, a marriage lasting forty-nine years. DuringMarcelino's military service, they moved to El Paso in 1958. While raising her four children, Erlinda worked in her homeas a beautician. She obtained a nursing degree in 1974 and worked at Hotel Dieu, El Paso State Center, and retired fromWilliam Beaumont Army Medical Center. She was a member of the Filipino American Association of El Paso and thePhilippine Nurses Association of El Paso. Erlinda enjoyed being with family and friends. Her love and laughter willremain in the hearts and memories of those who knew her. She is survived by her husband, Marcelino Villanueva; herchildren and their spouses, Jane and Jim Philips of Scottsdale, Arizona; Judy and Michael Lim of Carlsbad, New Mexico;Marcelino, Jr. and Maria Villanueva of Grapevine, Texas and Michael and Kim Villanueva of El Paso, Texas; her sister andbrother-in-law, Amelia and Simon Quindara; her sister, "Aida" Gregorio; her sister-in-law, Vivian Penaflor; hergrandchildren, Sara and Colin Philips and Makenna Villanueva; her nephews, Arsenio Quindara, Johnathan and JohnPenaflor; and her niece, Grace Gregorio. A viewing will be held from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 27, atKaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home, 8817 Dyer. The funeral service will be 12:30 p.m. Friday, December 28, at thefuneral home. Interment will be 2:00 p.m. at Fort Bliss National Cemetery.
El Paso Times -December 27 2001

MOLINA, CALEB,
63, went to be with the Lord on December 24, 2001. He was a resident ofEl Paso since 1978 and was a member of 1st Spanish Assemblies of God. He was a licensed massage therapist and an O.T.R.Driver. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Maria L. Molina; children, Caleb Molina Jr., Joel Molina, Ana L. Molina,Aaron Molina and Ruth Villanueva; 9 grandchildren; 5 brothers and 2 sisters. Visitation will be on Thursday, December27, 2001 from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with prayer service at 7:30 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home-Central. Funeral servicewill be Friday, December 28, 2001 at 8:30 a.m. at Martin Funeral Home-Central, son, Caleb Molina Jr. officiating. Burialat Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with military honors.
El Paso Times - December 272001

VILLALOBOS, GERARDO
67, passed away Monday, December 24, 2001, a lifetime resident of ElPaso and past owner of Jerry's T.V. Service. Survived by wife Inez Villalobos, sons Gerardo, Alejandro, Gerardo A. andJoshua A. Villalobos, daughters Patricia, Veronica N., Magali S. Erika G. and Vanessa M. Villalobos, 18 grandchildrenand 2 great grandchildren. Mr. Villalobos will lie in state on Saturday, December 29, 2001 at 9:00 a.m. with a chapelservice at 11:00 a.m. at Restlawn Funeral Home, 4848 Alps. Private services will follow.
El PasoTimes - December 28 2001

REYNA NICOLAS
ascended to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, December25, 2001. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso, TX. A Hanks High School graduate and a member of the Door ChristianFellowship Church. Survived by his parents, Ricardo and Mary Reyna and his beloved brother, Ricky. Paternal Grandfather,Ricardo Reyna, Sr., and Maternal Grandmother, Guadalupe Zubia. Visitation will be on Saturday, December 29, 2001 from 12noon until 1:00 P.M. with a Memorial Tribute Service following at the Door Christian Fellowship Church 7924 Gateway Eastat Yarbrough. Burial will follow at Evergreen East Cemetery. Special thanks to Dr. Benjamin Carcamo and Nurses, Darla,Sonia, Yvonne, Ellie and Alex. Memorial Contributions may be made to : Candlelighters of El Paso 1900 N. Oregon St. ElPaso, TX 79902 in Nicholas' memory.
El Paso Times - December 28 2001

PEDREGON, MARIA DE JESUS TAPIA
71, life long resident of El Paso passed away Wednesday,December 26, 2001. Mrs. Pedregon was a member of the Catholic Church. She is preceded in death by her husband, CrespinoO. Pedregon, Jr. and her son, Crespino T. Pedregon III. Mrs. Pedregon is survived by her sons, Antonio T. Pedregon, RaulJose Pedregon, Luis T. Pedregon, and by her daughters Rosa Maria Gonzalez and Lucy P. Molinar. Other survivors includefive grandchildren, brothers Ignacio Tapia, Carlos Tapia, Raul Tapia, Jessie Tapia, and sisters Julieta Gonzalez,Francisca Martinez, and Antonia Galceran. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Visitation will beFriday, December 28, 2001, from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM, with a Rosary at 7:00 PM at Mt. Carmel Funeral Home Chapel. Masswill be held Saturday, December 29, 2001, at 10:00 AM at Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church. Entombment will be a tRestlawn Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Antonio Pedregon, Raul Jose Pedregon, Luis T. Pedregon, Louie Gonzalez, ArturoMolinar, and Robert Gonzalez. Honorary Pallbearers will be Jacob Pedregon, Joe Ulysses Pedregon, Christy G. Gonzalez,and Grace Pedregon.
El Paso Times - December 28 2001

LADWIG, CHARLES (CHUCK)
staff sergeant retired U.S. Army, passed away on Monday,December 24, 2001. He was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and graduated from Cathedral High School in 1940. Chuck served inthe European and African campaign in WWII. His reserve unit was then activated for Korean conflict. While serving at Ft.Sill, Oklahoma he met and married his wife, Beth Kerfoot in April 5, 1952. He later served with the 25th InfantryDivision Schofield Barracks. After attending Air Defense School at Fort Bliss, TX he served in Europe for 6 years duringthe Cold War. He retired May 1972 with the following medals awarded The Bronze Star with Second Oak Leaf Cluster, ArmyCommendation Medal, Purple Heart, Good Conduct Medal, American Campaign, European African Middle Eastern Campaign Medal,Victory WWII, Army of Occupation WWII, National Defense Service Medal, French Fourragere, Sharp Shooter, Auto RifleExpert Rocket Launcher. Chuck graduated with honors from El Paso Community College. Mr. Ladwig then graduated fromprofessional Clown School as Mr. Smiley. He volunteered and entertained thousands of children and adults both locallyand out of state with his magic and balloon sculptures. He was an avid Green Bay Packer fan, golfer, fisherman,craftsman, gardner and RVer. In addition, he was a loyal Burges Mustang football fan. Finally, Chuck was a wonderfulhusband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. A member of St. Raphaels Parish and a volunteer in the Ft. BlissCatholic Community, he served the church faithfully. Chuck was a member of the Horned Toad Crafters, assistant BoyScouts of America leader, Disabled American Veterans Borderland Chapter 10 and 3rd Infantry Division of the U.S. Army.He was loved and will be missed by all whose lives he touched. Rosary and Mass will be held at St. Raphaels CatholicChurch at 7:30 a.m. on Friday, December 28, 2001. Burial will follow at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery at 9:00 a.m. In lieuof flowers, donations can be made to the Local Cancer Society.
El Paso Times - December 282001

HURTADO SARA
63, passed away December 27, 2001. A lifetime Clint resident and a retiredemployee of Clint Ind. School Dist. Survived by her husband Sabino Hurtado and 2 daughters; Norma Gomez and SusannaHurtado. Mother; Antonia Corells. 4 Brothers; Carlos Fernando, Raul and Hector Corella and 6 grandchildren. VisitationSunday in Hampton Valley Chapel 2 to 5 p.m. Rosary service 7:00 p.m. in San Lorenzo Catholic Church in Clint, where thefuneral mass will be at 1:00 p.m. Monday. Cremation. Directed by Hampton Valley Mortuary.
El PasoTimes - December 29 2001

RODRIGUEZ ARMANDO
28, passed away Dec. 26, 2001. He is survived by his wife; IsabelFlores, son; Armando Rodriguez Jr., daughter Desiree Rodriguez. Mother; Esperanza Acosta, Grandmother; Luz T. Acosta. 4Brothers; Eduardo Ramos Jr., Jamie, Javier, and Samuel Rodriguez. 2 Sisters; Essperanza Gallardo, and Amparo Gallegos.12 Nephews and 12 nieces. Visitation Saturday in Hampton Valley Mortuary Chapel 4 to 8:30 p.m. with the rosary at 7:00p.m. Funeral mass and burial in Guadalupe Mexico. Directed by Hampton Valley Mortuary.
El PasoTimes - December 29 2001

BEATY, MR. WESLEY
79, passed away Tuesday, December 25, 2001 in a local hospital. He wasa resident of El Paso for 42 years and a Veteran of the U.S. Army having served during World War II. He retired fromCivil Service. Mr. Beaty is survived by his loving wife, Mattie Jewell Beaty. Nephews, Glenn Beaty, Billy Beaty, KennyBeaty and Garland Beaty. Nieces, Patsy Garland and Linda Beaty Wixtrom all of the Dallas, Texas area. Cousins, GeorgeBeaty, Douglas Neal, Douglas Wesley Neal and Kelly Lee. A host of Great Nieces and Nephews, Great Great Nieces andNephews and Cousins. Visitation will be Sunday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. FuneralService will be Monday at 9:15 a.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Pallbearers will be Ralph Artrip, Charlie Miller, LeoChrestman, Douglas Neal, George Beaty, Garland Beaty, Douglas Wesley Neal and Glenn Beaty. Interment will be in FortBliss National Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive. 598-3332
ElPaso Times - December 29 2001

ALARCON, ROGELIO
50, passed away Tuesday, December 25, 2001 in Dallas, Texas. He was alife long resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Alarcon was employed with Southwest Air Gasfor the past 10 years. He is survived by his wife, Rosa Maria Alarcon. Son, Rogelio Franceware. Step-son: Juan Reyes.Daughter, Kimberly Alarcon. Step-daughter, Lisa Reyes. Parents, Jose Alarcon Sr. and Virginia Alarcon. Brothers,Guillermo Alarcon, Jose Alarcon Jr., Oscar Alarcon and Waldo Alarcon. Sisters, Rosalinda Vijil and Dorina Lucero.Visitation will be Sunday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will beSunday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Monday at 10 a.m. at San Lorenzo Catholic Church, Clint, TX.Pallbearers will be Guillermo Alarcon, Jose Alarcon Jr., Oscar Alarcon, Waldo Alarcon, Emilio Trevizo and CarlosTrevizo. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598-3332
El Paso Times - December 29 2001

CONLEY, IRENE
82, passed away December 26, 2001. Mrs. Conley was a member of RetiredOfficers Wives Club of Ft. Bliss. Mrs. Conley had been an avid golfer, loved cooking and sewing. Preceded in death byhusband Col. (Ret) William H. Conley, brothers Waldo Forster, Lloyd Forster. Survived by brother Leonard Forster, niecesMarilyn Rabideau of AZ. and Terry Cochrane and Holly Weimar of OR., nephews Michael Forster, Monty Forster and GaryForster all of OR., Joseph Conley, of KY., William Conley of N.C., Patrick Conley of KY., Lt. Col. Harry Conley of VA.,Tom Conley, FL., and Patrick Conley, of GA. Mrs. Conley will lie in state Sunday, December 30, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. until6:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home. Rosary Service will be held at 5:00 p.m. Sunday, December 30, 2001 at Martin Chapel.Funeral Mass will be held at 12:00 p.m. Monday, December 31, 2001 at Center Chapel #2. Burial at Ft. Bliss NationalCemetery.
El Paso Times - December 29 2001

GALAVIZ, MANUEL
55, passed away on Thursday, December 27, 2001. Born in Mexico, he was a40 year El Paso resident and employed by Pizarro Pools as a pool builder. Left to cherish his memory is his wife, LindaDelgado Galaviz; sons, Manny Jr., and Fidel; daughters, Alma, Marissa and Lucia; grandchildren, Amanda, Gabriel andBianca; brother, Juan Jose Villanueva; and sisters, Natividad Cordero and Celia Moran. Visitation is from 4-9 p.m.Sunday with a rosary to be recited at 7 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home East, Chapel of Rmembrance. The Mass of theResurrection will be said at 11 a.m. Monday, at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 9205 North Loop. He will be laid to restat Our Lady of Mount Carmel Cemetery. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home East.
El PasoTimes - December 30 2001

GANDARA, CARLOTA C.
91, passed away Thursday, December 27, 2001 in El Paso. She was alongtime resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Gandara is survived by her sons, Albert JesusGandara. Daughter, Yvonne R. Mireles. 4 Grandchildren and 4 Great Grandchildren. Nieces and Nephews, Raul Carillo, JoseCarillo, Carmen Granados and Elvira Valdez. Visitation will be Wednesday, January 2, 2002 from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. atHillcrest Funeral Home Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Masswill be Thursday, January 3, 2002 at 10 a.m. at San Antonio Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Tony Gandara, RudyGandara, Rene Carillo, Rudy Granados, Danny Mireles and Albert Gandara, Jr. Interment will be in Restlawn Memorial Park.Arrangements by Hillcrest Funeral Home Carolina. 1060 Carolina Dr. 598-3332
El Paso Times -December 30 2001

HARBECK, EARL LIGHTBOURN
67, passed away on Tuesday, December 25, 2001. He was aresident of El Paso since 1953. Earl was a Korean Conflict and Vietnam Veteran retiring from the U.S. Army with Silverand Bronze Star and Purple Heart Medals. He was a disabled rights activist and was involved in the following communityorganizations: Desert A.D.A.P.T and Grupo D.I.O. Mr. Harbeck was a special education teacher with Alta Vista School.Preceded in death by his father, Melvin Harbeck. Survived by his wife of 15 years, Margarita Lightbourn Harbeck; Hisparents, William and Mae Byars; children and their spouses, Anthony Louis Harbeck (Tina); Robert Earl Harbeck, JohnLightbourn (Laura), Suzanne Lightbourn, Laura Hernandez (William), Cecilia Marie Castillo (Matthew) and Veronica Flores;9+ grandchildren; brothers, Herman and Gary Harbeck. Visitation will be on Sunday, December 30, 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 Monday,December 31, 2001 at 12:00 noon at St. Raphael Catholic Church. Pallbearers, Suzanne Lightbourn, Robert Harbeck, AnthonyHarbeck, William Hernandez, J.D. Montelongo, John Lightbourn, Jake O'Hair and Rosebud Flores. Interment at Ft. BlissNational Cemetery with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Desert A.D.A.P.T. 9245Montmatre, El Paso , TX 79907 in Earl's Memory.
El Paso Times - December 30 2001

Nordin, Kenneth E.
died at his home in Overland Park, KS December 23 2001. He was born inEl Paso in 1923, graduated from Austin High & Texas College of Mines. He is survived by his wife Leslie MerrillNordin, 6 children & 10 grandchildren. Mass & interment 12-28. in Overland Park.
El PasoTimes -December 30 2001

RIVERA, SALVADOR
79, passed away on Dec. 28, 2001. Survived by wife Rebeca Rivera of SanElizario, TX; sons, Jose Rivera from Califorinia, Juan Rivera from San Elizario, TX; daughters, Cecilia Lopez fromCalifornia, Lucy Rios from Florida, Luz D. Mancill, Carmen Martinez and Isela Maier all three from El Paso, TX. Servicesat San Elizario Catholic Church. Visitation: 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday Jan. 2, 2002, Rosary: 7 p.m. Wednesday Jan. 2, 2002,Mass: 11:30 a.m. Thursday Jan. 3, 2002 Burial: 1 p.m. at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery Thursday January 3, 2002. FuneralArrangements Entrusted to La Paz Funeral Home.
El Paso Times - December 30 2001

SMITH, FRANK ALFRED
81, passed away on Tuesday, December 25, 2001. He was a resident ofEl Paso since 1910 and served in the U.S. Navy. He is preceded in death by his wife of 46 years, Mollie Gossett Smith;daughters, Deborah McCowan; 2 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; brother, George Smith; sister, Shirley Haygood; 2nieces and 1 great nephew. Visitation will be on Sunday, December 30, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at MartinFuneral Home Central. Graveside service will be Monday December 31, 2001 at 9:00 a.m. at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery.Burial at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with military honors.
El Paso Times - December 302001

MORLEY, THERESA B.
88, passed away to our Lord and Savior, Saturday, December 22, 2001,at a regional hospital. Theresa was born in Dresden, TN., May 24, 1913. She was preceded in death by her parents, RomieA. Boden and Willie Katherine Boden. She is survived by her husband of 41 years, William J. Morley, LTC, U.S.A., Vet.Corps and honor graduate of Texas A&M, Veterinary School 1945. Also, two daughters Paula Ann Namie of St. Augustine,FL. and Theresa Carol Watson of Pensacola, FL. and husband James R. Watson, former Air Force Pilot and currently seniorpilot with Delta. Other survivors, include 7 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren.Theresa was well read and versed in the bible and a strong advocate of The Calvary Methodist Church of Nashville, TN,and after marriage to W.J.M. and transfer to New York, she and her husband became members of The Marble CollegiateChurch and was blessed by Norman Vincent Peale, as well as, the daughter Carol who was living with us at the time at Ft.Wadsworth, NY 1960-1963. Theresa was an expert (Master) bridge player, seamstress and needle point advocate and teacher.While living in Nashville, she worked for the IRS and was executive secretary in the preventive medicine department atVanderbilt University for 6 years prior to marriage to W.J.M. Graveside Service will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Friday,January 4, 2002. Burial at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. Theresa will be missed by family and friends but because offailing health in her final years, she is blessed in death and rejoicing in the kingdom of Our Lord and Savior.Amen.
El Paso Times - December 30 2001

MARTIN, SUSI S.
80, of Las Cruces died peacefully at home December 25, 2001. Mrs.Martin, a long time resident of Silver City, NM and El Paso, TX, retired from the City County Health Department in ElPaso and moved to Las Cruces, NM in 1986. Mrs. Martin was preceded in death by her husband Henry Martin in 1994. She issurvived by Mary and Jim Walker of El Paso, TX, Jane and Ed Wilmes of Vado, NM, Russel Wilmes and Brandy Snyder of NorthHollywood, CA, Sue and Dilio Mariotti of Charleston, SC, Glenn Land and Martha and Gerald Helbing of Copperas Cove, TXand two great grandchildren. Arrangements are with Getz Funeral Home. Services will take place at Fort Bliss NationalCemetery, El Paso, TX, Monday, December 31, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. A memorial gathering will be held in the Club House ofHometown Encantada Park, Solano Dr., on Saturday, January 5, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make donationsto Mesilla Valley Hospice, Las Cruces, NM.
El Paso Times - December 30 2001

MURPHY, ANGELA
90, passed away on Friday, December 28, 2001. She was a lifelong residentof El Paso and a member of San Juan Bautista Catholic Church. Preceded in death by her husband Manuel Murphy, Mrs.Murphy is survived by daughter, Irene Murphy Garcia and husband Gus Garcia; as well as three grandchildren, Ivan Garciaand wife Tiffany, Jacob Garcia, and Eric Garcia. Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 30, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. -9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home East with rosary at 7:00 p.m. A funeral mass will be held on Monday, December 31, 2001at 11:00 a.m. at San Juan Bautista Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Grandsons and nephewswill serve as pallbearers.
El Paso Times - December 30 2001

CHALMERS, PATRICK JAMES
30, passed away on Sunday December 23, 2001. Originally born inNiedel-Weisel, Germany. James was a productive and loved citizen of the El Paso area for over 19 years. Left to cherishhis memory are his mother, Magdalene Chalmers; his brothers, Alexander and Brian Chalmers; his sister, PatriciaChalmers-Crawford. He is preceded in death by his father, J.C. Chalmers. Visitation will be held from 1 PM to 6 PMWednesday, January 2, 2002 at Sunset Funeral Home-Northeast, located at 4631 Hondo Pass. Funeral Service will be held onThursday, January 3, 2002 at 9 AM at Sunset Funeral Home-Northeast. Reverend Paul Green will be officiating. Intermentwill follow at Restlawn Memorial Park. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-N.E.
El PasoTimes - December 31 2001

SERNA, ALEJANDRO
53, of El Paso passed away Thursday, December 27, 2001 in El Paso. Mr.Sigala was a lifelong resident of El Paso and a Truck Driver. He is survived by his loving wife, Elizabeth Serna. Sons:Lorenzo R. Serna, Andres Alejandro Serna, J. Gomez, Gilbert A. Serna, and Dante J. Serna. Daughters: Viviana Gomez,Sharron Morales, and Jessical Alexis Serna. 1 Grandchild. 1 Brother and 5 Sisters. Visit-ation is scheduled from 4 p.m.to 9 p.m. on Sunday, December 30, 2001 at Sunset Funeral Home- East, Chapel of Peace. Reciation of the Rosary will be at7:30 p.m. on Sunday, December 30, 2001 at Sunset Funeral Home-East, Chapel of Peace. Funeral Mass is scheduled at 12Noon on Monday, December 31, 2001 at Our Lady of the Light Catholic Church. Interment will be private. Servicesentrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-East. 750 N. Carolina Drive, El Paso, TX 79915. (915) 594-4424.
El Paso Times - December 31 2001

BUNDREN, CLORINDA CARTAGENA
passed away Saturday, December 29, 2001 after a shortillness. She was born on November 22, 1914 in Puerto Rico; via Spain. Clorinda was a loving wife, mother, grandmotherand great grandmother. She will be missed dearly. She is preceded in death by her loving husband James S. Bundren Jr.She is survived by her children: daughter, Diana Bundren Lubianski; sons, James S. Bundren III and wife Bonnie, JohnRussell Bundren and wife Marily. Grandchildren; Diana Beltran, James S. Cavanaugh, Lorena Behnke, John E. Bundren,Mitchell Giddens, Shana Jimenez, Rebecca Bundren and Brenna Bundren, and seven great-grandchildren. Services arepending. Arrangements by Hillcrest Funeral Home-Carolina. 1060 Carolina Dr. 598-3332
El PasoTimes -December 31 2001

DERAGISCH, WILLIAM JOSEPH
88, passed away Thursday, December 27, 2001. Mr. Deragisch wasa retired U.S. Army Veteran of WWII, served for over 20 years, he also retired from El Paso Independent District at Ft.Bliss after many years of teaching. Preceded in death by wife Dorothy Mae "Sue" Deragisch. Survived by son Richard R.and wife Jan Deragisch, daughter Mary Sue Lons, grandchildren Kate, Guy, Greg, Jeff and Jennifer great grandson Brenden.Mr. Deragisch will lie in state Tuesday, January 1, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home. ChapelService will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, January 2, 2002 at Martin Chapel. Burial at Ft. Bliss National Cemeterywith Military Honors. William was a Proud American Patriot.
El Paso Times - December 312001