El Paso Co. Tx. Obits from the El Paso Times, December 1-7, 2001 Submitted by: Dorris Harrison Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm ------------------------------------------------ December 1 2001 EPSTEIN, IDA WEINSTEIN 93, passed away on Friday, November 30, 2001. She was a resident of 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, Michael L. Epstein and his wife, Sharna; daughters, Annalie Rollins and Marlene Benz and daughter, Sandra Levinson and her husband, Sherman; grandchildren, Debra, Lurae, Valerie, Daniel, Jerry, Erica, Kara, Gregory and Laura; 6 great grandchildren; brother, Ted Weinstein and sister, Irene Heller. Graveside service will be Sunday, December 2, 2001 at 11:00 A.M. at B'Nai Zion Cemetery, Rabbi Stephen Leon presiding. Burial at B'Nai Zion Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to: Congregation B'Nai Zion 805 Cherry, El Paso, TX. 79912 in Ida's memory. QUINONES, MARIA AVILA 95, went to be with our Lord on Tuesday, November 27, 2001. Maria was a longtime resident of El Paso and was a devoted member of St. Patrick's Cathedral, as well as a member of Union Catolica 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 Quinones Orona and Armida Quinones Vega and a most loving grandmother to her 23 grandchildren; 30 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren. Visitation will be on Sunday, December 2, 2001 from 4:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. with the rosary service at 7:00 P.M. at Martin Funeral Home-Central Chapel. Funeral mass will be 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 loved you..." December 2 2001 Return to top Poss, Aubrey L. Sr., age 83, passed away Friday, November 30, 2001 in San Antonio, TX. He was born in Madisonville, TX on March 6, 1918 as the youngest of eight children, having seven older sisters. He was married in Carlsbad, NM on July 2, 1938 and began driving his own truck in the late 40's. After building a successful career in trucking, he retired in 1976, leaving his three sons and a son-in-law in charge of the family business. The third-generation business is being run today by four of his grandchildren. After retiring, he spent much of his time traveling, fishing, and enjoying life with his wife and friends. He and Margaret were longtime members of the Baptist Church. He was a loving and caring father who could always brighten a room with his wonderful sense of humor and sharp wit. He was loved by many and will be forever remembered. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Margaret Burke Poss; 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. SERVICE TUESDAY, 10:00 A.M. PORTER LORING NORTH CHAPEL Interment to follow in Holy Cross Cemetery. The family invites you to leave a message or memory in the guest book at ww.porterloring.com by selecting the Sign and View Family Guestbook icon. Arrangements with PORTER LORING MORTUARY NORTH 2102 NORTH LOOP 1604 EAST SAN ANTONIO, TX 78232 - 210-495-8221 RODRIGUEZ, SSG. ANIBAL U.S. ARMY RETIRED, 76, passed away Thursday, November 28, 2001. He had served 28 years in the U.S. Army and then worked with the Civil Service for 10 years. Survivors include his wife Herminia 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 and Amalia Diaz. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. on Sunday December 2, 2001 and prayer service will also be held on Sunday at 7 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home Northeast, located at 4631 Hondo Pass. Funeral Service will be on Monday, December 3, 2001 at 12:30 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home Northeast. Chaplain Ray Lopez will officiate. Interment will be at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with full Military Honors. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to Hospice of El Paso at 3901 North Mesa, El Paso Texas 79902. GAMBOA, JOSE M. "El Kitty", 82, passed away Wednesday November 28, 2001 peacefully at his home. He was a longtime resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Gamboa was a retired employee after 25 years with the City of El Paso Parks and Recreation Department. He was instrumental in setting up Sleepy City and other Christmas decorations in the town of El Paso. He was preceded in death by his wife, Juana M. Gamboa. He is survived by son, Jose Alfredo Gamboa, daughters, Lupe, Alicia, Sylvia, Lydia, Elizabeth, Leonor and Rosa Gamboa. 16 grandchildren 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 the Valley, Santa Teresa, NM. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME CAROLINA. 1060 Carolina Drive Covey, Paul Emery Covey, 66, passed away on Wednesday, November 28, 2001. He was a resident of El Paso since 1957 and was a member of the Catholic Church. Paul was a retired Msgt who served proudly in the U.S. Army in the Korean Conflict and Vietnam War before retiring with 26 years of service. Paul was a 3rd and 4th Degree Knight and also a Past Grand Knight with The Knights of Columbus Council 2592 and was a former Master of the 5th District of Texas. He is precededin death by his daughter, Teresa Covey and is survived by his wife of 42 years, Alicia Covey; son, Paul A. Covey; daughter, Anne F. Covey; grandchildren, Tara M. Covey and Tess D. Covey; brother, Ronald Covey and sister, Lynda Deveraux. Visitation will be on Sunday, December 2, 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 mass will be on Monday, December 3, 2001 at 9:00 A.M. at Guardian Angel Catholic Church. Knights of Columbus to serve as pallbearers. Interment at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with full military honors. MASON, CAPTAIN JAMES GORDON USN (Ret), 85, died Tuesday, November 27, 2001. Dr. Mason was a resident of El Paso for 30 years. He was a member of the Kiwanis Club, Emeritus Professor at UTEP, inductee of the El Paso Athletic Hall of Fame, and recognized world wide as the founder of Sports Admistration. Held an Ed.D. from Columbia University. 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 wife of 54 years, Frances Z. Mason, daughters Jan Getz and her husband John, Nancy Moredock and her husband Randy, and granddaughters Anne and Juli. Memorial service will be held Monday, December 3, 2001 at 11:00 A.M. at University Presbyterian Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the James G. Mason Endowed xcellence Fund, UTEP Institutional Advancement Office, 1100 North Stanton, Suite 201, El Paso, Texas 79902. 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, San Elizario 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 great grandchildren. Rosary Service will be Monday, December 3, 2001 at 6:30 PM at Nazareth Hall. Funeral Service will be held at Nazareth Hall Tuesday, December 4, at 9:15 AM. Burial will be private. "We will remember her as forever young and forever beautiful." "Ever honest and sincere" COHEN, BARBARA VAN DUZER 82, passed away November 27, 2001 after a brief illness. An El Paso resident since 1958, she was born in Ithaca, New York. She was raised in Elmira, New York where she met her husband, Andy Cohen when he played baseball there. Andy died in 1988, and Cohen Stadium was named for him and his late brother Syd in 1990. An avid bridge player, Barbara was a member of the El Paso Women's Club and the D.A.R. She is survived 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 nieces and nephews, including El Pasoans, Dr. and Mrs. Neal Ross. Private burial services were held in New York. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the American Cancer Society. BENHAM, KATHRYN PIKANI 82, passed away Thursday, November 29, 2001 in Dallas. She was a 60 year resident of El Paso workining as a Harvey Girl during World War II, bookkeeper for husband's business "Johnny's Texaco", and homemaker. She is preceded in death by husband John D. Benham, 3 brothers and 2 sisters. She is survived by daughter 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 Mass will be Tuesday 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church with 11:00 interment at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Kidney Fund, 610 Executive Blvd. #1010, Rockville, Maryland 20852. PICKENS, JAMES A. 60, passed away on November 28, 2001 in El Paso, TX. Mr. Pickens was born in Carlsbad, NM. He is survived by his wife, Bobbie Pickens. Sons, Robert Pickens and Brian Pickens. Daughter Michelle Pickens and Brother Tony Pickens. Visitation will be held, today, December 2, 2001 from 12 noon to 6 PM with a Funeral Service at 4PM at Sunset Funeral Home West, Chapel of Peace, located at 480 N. Resler. Interment will be held at a later date at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Services Entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home West. JAMES, WILLIAM S83, passed away on Friday, November 30, 2001. He was a long time resident of Louisville, Kentucky. At time of death, he was residing with his daughter and son-in-law in El Paso. He was the founder/operator of American Plastic Engravers of Louisville, KY for over 40 years, retiring in 1996. Mr. James is survived 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 that memorial contributions may be made to Hospice. MORA, ALICE L86, passed away on November 27, 2001 in El Paso, TX. Mrs. Mora was born in El Paso, TX. She is survived by her husband, E. Raul Mora. Son Raul Eduardo Mora L. and daughter Mary Alice Mora L., 6 grandchildren. 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. December 3 2001 Return to top SOUZA, TEODULA "Tita" 72, passed away on December 1,2001 in El Paso. Tita was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend who will be greatly missed by those whose lives she touched. She is now reunited with her beloved husband Francisco. Tita was a wonderful mother to daughters Teresa Marcus and Evangelina Souza. Her son- in-law Frank Marcus; grandson Evan Francisco Marcus; sister Atala FernaŠndez and Dolores Trevizo; brothers RamoŠn, Gabriel and JesuŠs 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 at 6:30 p.m. Mass of Resurection will be Tuesday followed by interment at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. GALLARDO, ROSA MARIA 47, passed away Friday, November 30, 2001. She was a life time resident of El Paso. Left to cherish her memory are her children Albert A. Hernandez and Michelle Rivera, and four grandchildren; 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 Funeral Home-East. With a Rosary to be recited at 7 PM in The Chapel of Remembrance. The Mass of Resurrection will be held on Wednesday, November 5, 2001 at 10 AM in Santa Lucia Church. Interment at a later date. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-East located at 750 N. Carolina. MENDOZA, VICTORIANA (Tolana) 87, passed away Saturday, December 1, 2001. She was a life time resident of El Paso. Preceded in death by her husband Encarnacion Mendoza. Left to cherish her memory are her sons Jose Luis Mendoza, Mauro Mendoza, Manuel Mendoza, and daughters Dolores Mendoza, and Francisca Mendoza. 5 grandchildren and 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 La Mariposa Hospice at 2101 N. Oregon, El Paso, TX 79902 (915)577-7870. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-East located at 750 N. Carolina. December 4 2001 Return to top ALLAN, WILLIAM GEORGE U.S. Army Master Sgt. (Ret.) passed away Saturday, December 1, 2001 in his home at the age of 83. Bill was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who was preceded in death by his father, Clement Hancox Allan, his mother Julia Gillen Allan and his wife Laura M. Allan. He is survived by his son Douglas R. Allan and two grandchildren, Kristen (K.C.) Allan and Vann C. Allan. He was a resident of El Paso for 48 years. 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 member of VFW Post 812, a member of the Society of 1st Infantry Division, and a member of the Catholic Church. Visitation will be held Tuesday, December 4, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home West. Graveside service will be held Wednesday, December 5, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with military honors. Bill will be deeply missed by the friends and family he leaves behind. 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 American Legion 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 great grandchildren. He also leaves a sister, Fay M. Fuggio and Joseph Fuggio, of Queens, N.Y. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, 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. A funeral 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. LANG, LOIS MARGARET was born in Lawton, Oklahoma on January 4, 1919, a resident of El Paso since 1935. She went to school in Floyd, NM, Wink, TX, and Monahans, TX, as herparents were school teachers. She spent several years at Upper Iowa University. Lois married Irvin N. Holtan on December 28, 1940. This union gave them three 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 and Alan Barnes. Visitation will be held Tuesday, December 4th in Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home, 8817 Dyer, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Funeral services will be in the funeral home at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, December 5th. Interment will follow in Memory Gardens of the Valley, 4900 McNutt Road, Santa Teresa, New Mexico. Joyner, CW Wayne H. U.S. Army (Ret.), 73, passed away on Friday November 30, 2001. He was born in River Junction, FL. and was a longtime resident of Las Cruces, NM and El Paso, TX. Wayne retired after 23 years of service and was a World War II and Vietnam Veteran. He was a member of the V.F.W. Post, Masonic Lodge and the Moose Lodge in Las Cruces, NM. He is preceded in death by his grandson, Jeremiah Joyner and his wife, Shirley Joyner. He is survived 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 be on Tuesday, December 4, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Funeral Service will be on Wednesday, December 5, 2001 at 12:00 noon at Martin Funeral Home Central Chapel. Burial at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with full Military Honors. 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 in our 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 is preceded 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 Loera and Johnny Loera. Other survivors include eighteen grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Visitation was Monday December 03, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. to 9 p.m. with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. at Mt. Carmel Funeral Home Chapel. There will be a mass at 9:00 a.m. Tuesday December 04, 2001 at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church. Interment will be at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Olivas, Roderick R. 61, passed away Monday, December 3, 2001. Lifelong El Paso resident and member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Mr. Olivas retired from the Texas State Highway Department after more 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 be held at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held at 9:00 a.m. Thursday at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Burial at Evergreen East Cemetery. "Our Dad was loved and he will be greatly missed and will remain in our hearts forever." Rose, Pauline Hethcoat 93, passed away on Sunday December 2, 2001. She was born in Huntsville, Alabama, grew up in Sulpher Springs, Texas. Graduated from Texas Women's University in 1929 when it was known as College of Industrial Arts or CIA. Mrs. Rose was not only beloved as wife, mother and grandmother but was a gifted artist, teacher, and military wife.She was a former president of the Officer's Wives Club and Park Foothills Garden Club. She had been Director of Religious Education at Fort Bliss and Blssed Sacrament Church as well as a Red Cross volunteer, children's art teacher and religious education teacher for both children andadults. Preceded in death by her husband, Col. Buel T. Rose. She is survived by her children, LTC (USA Ret.) Buel Trenton Rose and his wife Shirley 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 Paul Russo 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 Hondo Pass. 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 Fort Bliss National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Annuciation House at 1003 E. San Antonio St, El Paso, Texas 79901. WATERS, JAMES EDWARD passed away Saturday, December 1, 2001 at the age of 71.He was born June 25, 1930 to Sallie Davis Waters. He was a graduate of Campbell H.S. in Daytona Beach, FL., and holds a bachelor's degree from Florida A&M University in Tallahassee, FL James retired from the military after 20 years of service. He was 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. He earned a master's degree in Education Administration and Supervision from UTEP. Following his military service he worked for the El Paso Job Corps as a basic Education Director and as a member of the High Performance Team with the Department of Labor. He was a member of Mountain View Baptist Church, Gideon's International, DAV Post #187, VFW #2451, past president of the PTA, and Scouts of America. Surviving family includes his loving wife of 45 plus years, Genevieve; 3 sons, Kenneth L., Anthony J. and William P. and daughter, Natalie Marie, sisters, Margaret and Naomi and a host of family and friends. Visitation will be Wednesday, December 5th, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. in Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home, 8817 Dyer. Funeral service will be 12 noon, Thursday, December 6th, at Mountain View Baptist Church with Brother Gib Allen officiating. Interment will follow in Fort Bliss National Cemetery with military honors accorded. December 5 2001 Return to top 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 death by his wife, Cruz Acosta and is survived by his son, Carlos Acosta, Jr. and daughter-in-law, Crystal Acosta, both of Tempe, AZ., and sister Maria Molina of El Paso. Visitation will be on Wednesday, December 5, 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 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 military honors. ARMAS, PATRICIO JR., 67, passed away Monday, December 3, 2001. He was a resident of El Paso, 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 Patricio Armas. 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 Sabina Armas; brothers Lorenzo Armas, Ernesto Armas, and Joe Armas; sisters Gloria Rubio, Maria Elena Grout, and Guadalupe Villalobos; along with several friends and family. Visitation will be from 3 to 9 on Wednesday, December 5, 2001 at Sunset Funeral Home-East. The funeral service will be recited at 6 pm on Wednesday at Sunset Funeral Home Chapel of Peace. Interment will be at Holy Sepulcher Cemetery in Orange, California under the direction of Fair Haven Funeral Home in Tustin, California. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-East located at 750 N. Carolina. YIP, BENJAMIN 72, passed away Sunday, December 2, 2001. Born in Laredo, TX, he was a lifetime resident of El Paso. During his career, he was employed by El Paso Public Schools, Durham Business College and Sunset Inn. He retired in 1996. Passionate about music, he enjoyed singing and playing his piano. Left to cherish his loving 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 El Paso Mission Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Diabetes Assoc. or National Kidney Foundation. CORTEZ, ROSALIA 40, passed away on Saturday, December 01, 2001. She was a long time resident of El Paso and a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. She was a 911 operator for the El Paso Police Department. She was also a Desert Storm Veteran for the U.S. Army and active in the reserves. Ms. Cortez is survived by her sons, Solomon Byrd, Julius Sweeney; and her mother, Manuela Cortez. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 05, 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 be held on Thursday, December 06, 2001 at 11:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Burial will take place at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. DOMINGUEZ, PILAR 64, passed away Monday, December 3, 2001. He was a life time resident of Socorro, Texas. Left to cherish his memory are his sons Anthony R. Dominguez and Edward J. Dominguez. 3 Grandchildren and 1 great grandchild, brothers Narciso Dominguez, Juan Dominguez, and Carlos Dominguez; sisters Lupe Marestein, Maria Elisa Torres, Angie Hernandez, Concha Moreno, Estella Gamboa, Dolores Hernandez, and Aurora Rodriguez, along with several friends and family. Visitation will be from 4 to 9 on Wednesday, December 5, 2001 at La Purisima Church the Socorro Mission located at 328 N. Nevarez. Rosary will be recited at 7:00 pm on Wednesday. The Mass of Resurrection will be held on Thursday, December 6, 2001 at 1:30 pm at La Purisima Church Socorro Mission. Following the mass will be the interment at Socorro Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Richard Rodriguez, Abraham Hernandez, Charlie Dominguez, Alfred Torres, Eduardo Morestein, Johnny R. Hernandez, Saul Dominguez, and Gilbert Gamboa. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-East located at 750 N. Carolina. Heller, Jon Lewis 61, passed away on Sunday, December 2, 2001 after a valiant battle with cancer. 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, his parents, Harriet and Joseph Heller, brothers, Robert (June), Richard (Andy), and Gary Heller. He is also survived by his loving 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 caring member of our community. He was a former member of the Chamizal Rotary Club and the Westside Rotary Club, where he was a Paul Harris Fellow. He was a member ofthe Borderline Woodturners, and past president of both the El Paso Floral Allied and Temple Mt. Sinai Men's Club. He was also a member of the West Texas-New Mexico Florist, N.M. State Florist and Texas State Florist Associations. Known for his ponytail, Jon loved the outdoors, particularly fishing and skiing. He expressed his love for art through his woodturning,art collections, photography, and floral designs. Jon was always surrounded 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, Walter Chayes, Bruce Hubbard, and JamesArthur Lyle will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will include Dr. Jamie Arbona, Tanny Berg, Dr. Walter Feinberg, Ron Futrell, Nat Holzer, Dr. Boris Kaim, Abie Kupfer, Dr. Al Morris, Daniel Sonnen, 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. 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. January 18, 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 and daughter-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 Bud Hildebrandt. The Family would like to thank Dr. Songbandith, Outreach Svcs, Hospice of El Paso and the many caring friends and family for theirhelp and kindness with our Mom. Visitation will be Wednesday December 5th, 2001 from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Mt. Carmel Funeral Home Chapel. Rosary will follow at Guardian Angel Catholic Church at 7:30 pm. Funeral Mass 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! TREJO, MARY 67, passed away Saturday, December 1, 2001 in a local hospital. She was life long 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, Rebecca Gonzales and Maria Rodriguez, 9 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, brothers, Lorenzo (Blackie) Gonzalez, Tony Gonzalez, 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 Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Thursday at 10:00 a.m. at La Purisima Catholic Church. Family members will serve as pallbearers. Interment will be in Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME CAROLINA. 1060 Carolina Drive. 598-3332. December 6 2001 Return to top BALE, LORAYNE HOUSE 79, passed away Tuesday, December 4, 2001 in El Paso. Lorayne worked for Chevron for over 30 years. She loved animals, was an avid collector. She was well known for her breeding of show horses 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 and Yolanda from Illinois. Visitation will be held Thursday, December 6, 2001 from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home West. Funeral service will be held Friday, December 7, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. at Martin Funeral Home West with Deacon Ralph Solis officiating. Pallbearers will be Armando Macias, Jr., Armando Macias, Armando Medrano, David Martinez, Beto Martinez, Barry Chavez, and Bob Phillips. Interment will follow at Memory Gardens of the Valley Cemetery. 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 on McFaddin in Beaumont with burial to follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Thursday and Friday evenings at the mortuary. A native of Houston, Texas, he lived in Beaumont for 15 years and was a retired 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 and Bobby Nantz of Beaumont; sister, Betty Lester of Shreveport, LA; sixteen grandchildren and three great- grandchildren. 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. She was 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 Green State University in Ohio. While at BGSU she established one of the first technical writing programs in the United States and later taught effective writing and communications to Federal Government employees across the Southwest. She was known as a pedagogue, poet, pilot, political pundit and people lover. A resident of El Paso since 1980, she was preceded in 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 2:00 P.M. at Park Hills Christian Church, 5701 North Alabama. 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 the Military. 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, brother Luis C. Gallardo, sister Mary G. Salazar. Thank you for being our father and a loving husband to our mother, with our love, your children. Rest in Peace. Mr. Gallardo will lie in state Thursday, November 6, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home. Rosary Service will be at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, December 6, 2001 at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held at 1:00 p.m. at St. Pius X Catholic Church. Burial at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with Military Honors. 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, Lorenza C. 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. 31 Grandchildren and 15 Great Grandchildren. Brother, Lorenzo Hernandez. Sisters, Anselma Aguayo, Reyes Salcido, Apolinar Hernandez, Enedina Rodriguez and Catalina Hernandez. Visitation will be Friday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Doniphan Chapel. Prayer Service will be Friday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Cremation services will be held. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME - DONIPHAN. 5054 DONIPHAN DR. 587-0202. Mahon, Wakefield Gordon Sr., 79, passed away Friday, November 30, 2001 in a local hospital. He was a long time resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Mahon was a Field Engineer for the Civic Service. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Leonard Fitzmaurice Mahon, james henry Mahon, sisters, Edna Francis, 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 11:30 a.m. at St. Raphael Catholic Church. Family members will serve as pallbearers. Interment will will be in Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME - CAROLINA. 1060 Carolina Drive. 598-3332. 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. A former Fabens resident. Funeral service December 7, at 10:00 a.m. at Avery Methodist Church. Interment in Avery Cemetery. Directed by Clarksville, Funeral Home. Phone: 1 903-427-2244. 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 duty stations 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. He is 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- great granddaughter, Jessalynn Z. Bebee (San Antonio, TX). He is also survived by his sister, Rose, (New Orleans, LA) and by his 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, at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with full military honors to be accorded. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Hospice of El Paso or to a favorite charity. Services entrusted to Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home. 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 in numerous civic and community activities. She is survived by her husband Luis Ponce Reade, daughters Lilia Patricia Pellicano, Sandra Corina Lockwood, Cynthia Ann Gallardo, Laura Louise Acosta, Nancy Yvette Cortez. Sons-in-law, Dewey Lockwood 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 Luis Acosta, and Samuel Reade Cortez. Great Grandson, Hunter James Jordan, and her sister Maria Arrambide Correa. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lilia & Jesus Arrambide, and her brother Jesus Arrambide, II. Funeral Mass will be Thursday at 12 noon at St. Pius Catholic Church. She was the light and love of our lives and her love will always surround her family and friends. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME - CAROLINA. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598-3332. ROJO, AGAPITO C. 61, passed away Saturday, December 1, 2001 in Coleman, Texas. He was a longtime resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Rojo was a construction worker. He had been reunited with his wife, Bertha F. Rojo. Mr. Rojo is survived by his son, Jose Rojo. Daughters, Hilda R. Stolte, Rebecca Gallegos, 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 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. Paul Catholic Church, 7424 Mimosa St. Members of the family will serve as pallbearers. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME - CAROLINA. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598-3332. ROPER, MARGARET D. 86, passed away on Tuesday, December 4, 2001. She was born on October 24, 1915 in Omaha, Nebraska. Mrs. Roper had been a resident of El Paso since 1944. Her tribute in life was her unselfish love and dedication to her husband, children and all whose lives she touched. Her's was a life of caring for others. She was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church and an active member of the Christ Child Society and Roncalli for over 40 years. She received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Education in 1971. She is preceded in death by her husband, John H. Roper and three sisters. Margaret is survived by her brother, John Dolan of Whiting, Maine, her children; Judith Marrou of Georgetown, TX., John S. Roper of Brenham, TX., Timothy L. Roper of Victoria, TX. and Margaret Cromwell of El Paso, 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 Mass will 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. Carmel Cemetery. The family wishes to offer their deepest gratitude to all of those who gave support and loving care during our time of need. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Christ Child Society c/o Phyllis Pickett 8317 Hopewell Drive, El Paso, TX 79925. VILLALOBOS, GUMERCINDA 93, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2001 at her residence. She is survived 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 Teresita Church Friday, Dec. 7, 2001 at 10:00 AM. Burial will follow in Smeltertown Cemetery. Pallbearers will be members of the family. Sincere thanks are extended to Hospice of El Paso visiting nurse Gloria Schotten and also Dr. Javier Corral for all his special attention. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of El Paso, 3901 N. Mesa St., El Paso, Texas 79902. Funeral arrangements under direction of San Jose Funeral Home, 601 S. Virginia St., El Paso, Texas 79901, 915-532-1856. December 7 2001 Return to top SEDDON, ERNEST ALFRED JOSEPH JR. 91, died November 29, 2001, Washington, D.C., Ingleside Presbyterian 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 Presbyterian Seminary. Fully bi- lingual, he ministered to Spanish-speaking churches in Gulf, Palacios, Bay City, Texas. Taught as professor/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 churches in San Saba, with two years of mission work in Morelia, Mexico, followed by English-speaking churches in Big Spring, La Feria, and Refugio. Upon retirement, continued full-time volunteer work in Spanish speaking churches, El Paso, Dallas, volunteering as chaplain, Grace Presbyterian Home, Dallas. TROYE, RICHARD EUGENE was born on November 9, 1939 and passed away unexpectedly on November 29, 2001. He was the son of William George and Gladys Troye of Reno, Nevada. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso having worked as a truck driver for Old El Paso Company for 14 years. He had worked for Abbott Transportation and currently worked for Bendor Transportation based out of Reno, Nevada. His passion was traveling on our nation's highway cross 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 loved horses. Most importantly, he was a proud and devoted father and a very loving husband. His sense of humor made people smile and there wasn't a thing he couldn't do if he set his mind to it. He is survived by his only daughter, Olivia Troye 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 Friday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Doniphan Chapel. Recitation of the Rosary will be Friday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Saturday at 11:30 a.m. at St. Luke's Catholic Church. Interment will follow in Memory Gardens of the Valley, Santa Teresa, NM. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME - DONIPHAN. 5054 DONIPHAN DR. 598-3332.