El Paso Co. Tx. Obits from the El Paso Times, Feburary 1-7, 2002 Submitted by: Dorris Harrison Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm ------------------------------------------------ February 1 2002 LARCON, JESSICA PEREA 94, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, January 22, 2002. She was a resident of El Paso since 1911 and was a member of the Catholic Church. She is preceded in death by her husband, Cleofas Alarcon. Survived by her son, Raul Alarcon; daughters and their husbands, Emma and Pedro A. Reyes, Alicia and Paul J. Rogawski; niece (whom she raised as her own daughter), Laura M. Perea; 7 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Memorial mass will be on Saturday, February 2, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Raphael Catholic Church, 2301 Zanzibar, Msgr. Francis J. Smith, V.G., P.A. officiating. Inurnment at Evergreen-Alameda following the memorial mass. The family requests that no flowers be sent. STAFFELDT, BETTY O. (EVANS), 75, passed away on January 20, 2002 in Phoenix, Arizona after a five-month battle with cancer. She formerly lived in Las Cruces, New Mexico and after retiring, moved to Laguna Hills, California, and finally Sun Lakes, Arizona. She was born in Burlington, Iowa on January 24, 1926, the daughter of Jack Orr and Dorothy Clarkson. She graduated from Dixon High School in Dixon, Illinois and attended college in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She worked for many years at New Mexico State University as an executive secretary and ended her working career with New Mexico Governor Carruthers as his scheduling secretary. Betty is preceded in death by her husband Dr. Eugene E. Staffeldt of Las Cruces, New Mexico and her second husband Jack Turner of Riverside, California. She is survived by her husband Evan W. Evans of Sun Lakes, Arizona, her stepmother, Mary Orr and her half-sister Linda Carrillo, both of Bettendorf, Iowa, her two sons Mark Staffeldt of Las Vegas, Nevada and Paul Staffeldt of El Paso, Texas, and seven grandchildren, Desiree, Mark, and Stephan of Las Vegas, Nevada, Jonathan of Los Angeles, California, Jeffrey of Roscoe, Illinois, and Michael and Christopher of El Paso, Texas. There will be a graveside memorial service and burial at the Las Cruces Masonic Cemetery, 760 South Compress Road (505) 526-9474 in Las Cruces, New Mexico on Saturday, February 2, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. Please make contri-butions to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85014 in her honor. ASHRAFZADEH, PATRICIA DURAN 39, sacrificed her life to save her husband children. A loving mother, a faithful wife, a beautiful daughter, beloved sister, a dear aunt, a friend to talk to, a generous giver, and a smile that brightened up your day will truly be remembered. Loved by family and friends is survived by Jalil, loving husband of 19 years, sons Amir and Andy, daughter-in-law Lorena, parents Raul and Sara Duran, in-laws Mr. and Mrs. Ghassem Ashrafzadeh, sisters Margie and Bea, and brother Jaime, and brother-in-laws Lorenzo, Gary Lee Ghassem, Jalal and Jamal, and sister-in-laws Nahid, Jackie, Manigeh and many nieces and nephews. The visitation will be from 6 pm to 9 pm with services beginning at 7 pm at the Kaster and Maxon Futrell Funeral Home, 8817 Dyer.. Darling Mommy Pat your love and spirit will forever live in our hearts. MOLEEN, BROOKS TYMON (RONI) 31, passed away Fri., Jan. 25, 2002 in El Paso. Ty returned to El Paso after spending many years in the US Navy and residing in St. Mary's, Georgia, and Daytona, Florida. He was a valued employee of Time Warner. Ty is survived by his wife Amy Moleen and 6 children: Aayron Cornelius, Brooke Tyler, Christopher Cymon, Benjamin Westley, Kayla Eden and Billy Pastel. He is also survived by his mother, Sherry Clements and sister, Crystal Van Lom. An education fund has been established for the children and a private memorial is to be held. For details please contact the Hampton Mortuary. (915) 764-2254. JONES, ESTELLE 78, passed away Wednesday, January 31, 2002. Longtime El Paso resident. Survived by sons Charles L. Jones and wife, Eva, Nathan E. Jones and wife, Kay, and Roy W. Jones and wife Nancy, grandchildren Patricia Butler, Peggy Vera, Marri Nadeau, Bobby Jones, Lee Ann Richardson, Rebecca Helm, Jennifer Smith, Cathy Mitchell and Shelly Siegfried, 16 great grandchildren and one brother Jeff T. McLaughlin, and many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Jones will lie in state from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home Montana. Funeral Service will be held at 9:15 a.m. Saturday at Martin Chapel. Burial at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Santos, Norma Sylvia 60, passed away Wednesday, January 30, 2002. Mrs. Santos lived most of her life in El Paso. Survived by her husband Eliud Santos, sons Carlos E. Santos and wife Margie, Ricardo Santos and wife Sandra, daughters Sylvia E. Santos and husband Paul Snow, Ruth and husband Angel Onate, grandchildren Carlos E. Santos and Ricardo Santos, Jr. Mrs. Santos will lie in state Saturday from 12 Noon until 3:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home Montana. Scripture Service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Saturday at Martin Chapel. Interment will be private. SERVICES IN THE AREA BUSTAMANTE, JOSE H., 84, Visitation: 8-10 a.m., Friday, February 1, 2002, at Sunset Funeral Home - East, Chapel of Peace. Funeral Mass: 10:30 a.m., Friday, February 1, 2002, at Little Flower Catholic Church. Interment at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by Sunset Funeral Home - East. CARRILLO, LUCIANO ALARCON, 71, Funeral Mass: 12:15 p.m., Friday, February 1, 2002, at Cristo Rey Catholic Church. Interment at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with Military Honors. Arrangements by Sunset Funeral Home - East. GARCIA, ALICIA, 74, Visitation: 2-9 p.m. with Rosary at 7 p.m., Friday, February 1, 2002, at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Funeral Mass: 9 a.m., Saturday, February 2, 2002, at Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church. Burial at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. GARCIA, VICTOR M., 65, Visitation: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. with Rosary at 11 a.m., Saturday, February 2, 2002, at San Jose Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral Mass: 12:15 p.m., Saturday, February 2, 2002, at St. Ignatius Church. Arrangements by San Jose Funeral Home. GONZALEZ, RALPH LUIS, 87, Memorial Service: 2 p.m., Saturday, February 2, 2002, at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Arrangements by Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. HICKMAN, WALLACE DEAN, 72, Visitation: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. with Funeral Service at 2 p.m., Saturday, February 2, 2002, at Elmwood Funeral Home & Memorial Park, 5750 Hwy. 277 South, Abilene, TX. Burial at Elmwood Memorial Park. Directed by Elmwood Funeral Home. SERRATOS, TRINIDAD, 83, Visitation: 2-9 p.m. with Rosary at 7 p.m., Friday, February 1, 2002, at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Doniphan. Funeral Service: Saturday, February 2, 2002, at Hillcrest Chapel (time pending). Arrangements by Hillcrest Funeral Home - Doniphan. VENEGAS, ERICA, 22, Visitation: 3-9 p.m. with Rosary at 7 p.m., Friday, February 1, 2002, at Hillcrest Funeral Home Chapel - Carolina. Funeral Mass: 9 a.m., Saturday, February 2, 2002, at San Antonio Catholic Church. Burial at Evergreen East Cemetery. Arrangements by Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. WILSON, INZA A., 88, Memorial Service: 1 p.m., Saturday, February 2, 2002, at VistaYsleta United Methodist Church. Arrangements by Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home. February 2 2001 Return to top Ortega, Carolina Melendez 12/04/28 - 01/30/02 A terrific bilingual teacher who worked at Aoy School for over 20 years. Preceded in death by husband Jesus Moralez Ortega and her parents; Donaciano Melendez and Guadalupe Sapien Melendez. Survived by sons Jesus Ortega Jr., El Paso, Texas and Nino Ortega, San Antonio, Texas. 6 Grandchildren, 7 brothers & 2 sisters. I do not Fear tomorrow For I have lived today And though my course was stormy, My Pilot knew the way. I do not Fear tomorrow I shall not sail alone; The same true Pilot shall be with me, He never forsakes His own I do not Fear tomorrow! If the sails set east or west, On sea or safe in harbor, In Him, secure I rest. Pallbearers are: Jesus Ortega Jr., Jesus Christian Ortega, Donaciano Melendez Jr., Don M. Melendez, Camerino Santiago & Jose Santiago Jr. Visitation will be held on Sunday, February 03, 2002 at Martin Funeral Home East from 4:00 until 9:00 p.m. with a Rosary at 7:00. A Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, February 04, 2002 at San Antonio Catholic Church at 9:15 a.m. Burial will take place at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. NUNEZ, HILARIO passed away January 29, 2002. Survived by 1 son, and 4 daughters, 28 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren, 5 great great grandchildren. Visitation Hampton Valley Mortuary Chapel Feb. 3, 2002 from 2:00-6:00 p.m. Funeral 10:00 a.m. Monday First Baptist Church Fabens Rev. Larry Hutchins officiating. Interment Fabens Cemetery. Directed by Hampton Valley Mortuary. GUERRA, MR. ANTONIO V. 66, passed away Thursday, January 31, 2002 in El Paso. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Guerra retired from Quality GMC Trucks with 25 years of service. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Norma Guerra, his father, Rafael Guerra, and his brother, Roberto V. Guerra. Mr. Guera is survived by his beloved wife of 46 years, Elisa Guerra. Mother, Josephina Guerra. Son, Roberto Guerra. Visitation will be Sunday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Sunday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Monday at 10 a.m. at Santo Nino de Atocha Catholic Church with Msgr. Jose Gomez officiating. Pallbearers will be Manny Ayala Jr., Guadalupe Garcia, Phillip Laymon, Richard Perez, Sal Reyes, Michael Guerra, Ernesto Seigel and Phillipe Pacheco. Honorary Pallbearers will be Amador Benavides, Frank Escobar, Alfredo Ortega, Johnny Padilla, Rick Cohen, Billy Davidson, Ray Valdez and Raul Ortega. The Guerra family would like to express their heartfelt appreciation to relatives, Dr. Hector Maldonado, neighbors and friends for their companionship and love during his long illness. May you be rewarded by Our Lord. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive. 598-3332. February 3 2001 Return to top ROBALIN, MICHAEL ANN (MICKI) loving wife, mother, grandmother and good friend to many, passed away at her home on February 1, 2002. Born January 20, 1936, in San Antonio, Texas. Married to Arthur Jerome Robalin on March 3, 1957. Preceded in death by her beloved husband Arthur J. Robalin and father Beverly Gordon Mueller. She is survived by her daughter Valery Robalin Cutchin, and husband John Cutchin, son Michael Mueller Robalin and wife Deborah Lauterbach Robalin, and son John Bradley Robalin and wife Lisa McDaniel Robalin; granddaughters, Carly Ruth, Amanda Leah, Shelby Elizabeth, Ally Ann, Andrea Blair and April Caylee; mother, Mary Beth Mueller; sister, Beth Ott and husband Rick Ott. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 5, 2002 at Martin Funeral Home West 128 North Resler from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday February 5, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home West. Interment will follow to Memory Gardens of the Valley. GILLETT, RICHARD BENJAMIN 83, passed away on January 31, 2002. A longtime El Paso resident he was one of the first members of United Methodist St. Mark's Church (Love Rd). Mr. Gillett was a veteran of WWII (Navy) and was retired from Southern Pacific Railroad, Texas and New Orleans division. He was a Charter member of the Country Club Optimists, member of AARP, member of the National Association of Retired and Veteran Railroad Employee Unit 64. Member of The Star Dusters Squad Dance Club. Monday and Thursday Night Card Group, member of Neighborhood Watch. He enjoyed fishing, RV traveling and was an active member in his community. Preceded in death by his parents, Idus T. Gillett and Lucy Apple, his son Richard B. Gillett Jr. (Dickie Ben), and also his sister Tita Gillett Garner. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years Eloise H. Gillett. Son, Tom H. Gillett and wife Victoria Huchton, daughter, Pam Moore and husband Tom, brother, Ted Gillett from Tucson, Ariz., Sisters, Dorothy Greely from Michigan and Ruth Gillett from Canutillo, Texas, and grandsons, Landon Gillett and Jason Waterbury and many nieces, nephews, family members and friends. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, February 5, 2002 at 1:00 p.m. at Memory Gardens of the Valley. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Hospice VNA, 2211 E. Missouri, Ste. 200. Arrangements under direction of San Jose Funeral Home, 601 S. Virginia St., El Paso, Texas 915-532-1856. LUERA, ROBERTO (BOBBY, CHE) passed away last Tuesday night [Jan 29, 2002] at a local hospital. He was 53 years old and a member of the Catholic Church. He was a counselor for C.I.S. (Communities in School) working at Guillen Middle School. Roberto (Che) was a graduate of Bowie High School Class of 67' and attended the University of Colorado at Boulder. He grew up in the Segundo Barrio and became active in the Chicano movement of the 1970's. While in Colorado he met Chicano National leader Rodolfo (Corky) Gonzalez and became a poet and educator as a member of the Crusade for Justice. He returned to El Paso to continue his commitment to Chicano issues, and education for the youth of the barrio. He will be sorely missed by everyone who knew him, his family friends, and his kids (students). We should honor him by continuing his ideas of education for young people, family values and getting involved with your community. He is precede in death by his grandparents Emilio Payan and Maria Payan. He is survived by his wife Audrey Luera. Sons Che Luis Luera (wife Yadhira) Camilo Sandino Luera. Daughters Chimalma Luera, Xochitl Luera. Mother Cruz Luera. sister Christina Montelongo. Brothers Alfonso Luera, and Ramon (Ray) Luera. He had 4 Grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Monday, February 4, 2002 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at St. Ignatius Church. Rosary will be prayed at 7:30 p.m. Monday. Cremation services will be held at a later date. Funeral arrangements handled by San Jose Funeral Home, 601 S. Virginia St., El Paso, TX 79901, 532-1856. SEARS, REBA LOUISE 84, passed away Thursday, January 31, 2002. Longtime El Paso Resident. Preceded in death by husband of 52 years Carlos Sears. Survived by son Will Sears and wife Margarita, grandchildren William Sears and Tracy G. Sears and wife Robyn and sister Betty Jones. Graveside Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Monday at Evergreen East Cemetery. SCHOENBERGER, CHARLES ANDREW JR. passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2002. He was 79. Mr. Schoenberger was born in Brooklyn, New York in 1922. A veteran of World War II, he had traveled the world during his career in the United States Navy. In addition, he was an Information Specialist for the US Civil Service. He was preceded by his wife, Christina Schoenberger. His daughter, Christina Piekarski, and son, Clifford Schoenberger, of Maryland; his son, Carl Schoenberger of Washington D.C.; and his son, Craig Schoenberger of Grand Prarie, Texas and three grandchildren survive him. Visitation will be on Tuesday, February 5, 2002 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home East with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. A funeral mass will be held Wednesday, Februaty 6, at 9:00 a.m. at St. Raphael Church. Burial will take place at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with Military Honors. THOMASON, MSG. JOHN M. U.S. ARMY (RET.), 74, passed away Wednesday, January 30, 2002. Resident of El Paso for over 35 years. He served in the U.S. Army for 27 years and is a veteran of the Korean Era and the Vietnam Era. Survivors include his beloved wife of 51 years, Mrs. Esterlina G. Thomason, his sons and their wives, John W. and Linda Thomason and Eric S. and Mary Thomason; daughters, Ema T. Bates and her husband Vern and Esther A. Thomason, with 5 grandchildren, Whitney Davis, Emily Thomason, Ian Bates, Jonathan Bates and Travis Thomason. His brothers are Frank Thomason and Earl Thomason. Visitation will be from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Sunday February 3, 2002 at Sunset Funeral Home NE located at 4631 Hondo Pass. A funeral service will be on Monday, February 4, 2002 at 9:30 a.m. at Post Chapel #1 on Fort Bliss. Chaplain Captain Naber will officiate. Interment will be at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with Full Military Honors at 10:30 a.m. Pallbearers will be John Thomason, Eric Thomason, Ian Bates, Jonathan Bates, Frank Thomason and Earl Thomason. Flowers or donations to the American Heart Association at 233 E. Mesa Hills Dr., El Paso, Texas 79912. ZALACE, S/SGT. DANIEL C. JR., USA (RET), 77, passed away Thursday, January 31, 2002. He was born in Ault, Colorado, January 17, 1925 to Daniel C. Zalace and Lydia Schmidt Zalace. Retired from Fort Bliss at rank of S/Sgt. on November 30, 1964 after having served in WWII in the Pacific Theater and tours of duty in Germany and Alaska. In 1948 he married Merlyn (Connell) Zalace. Following his retirement, Mr. Zalace worked for 17 years at White Sands Missile Range. He enjoyed softball, fishing, bowling, an gardening. He is survived by his Wife of 54 years, 3 sons: Stanley of Florida, Joseph and Daniel of El Paso; 3 daughters: Lydia DeVree of Michigan, Linda Lane and Dorothy Lozada of El Paso; a brother, Joseph; and 12 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; 2 brothers, Johnny and Conrad; his sister, Isabel; and grandson, Little Raymond. Visitation will be Monday, February 4, 2002, from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home, 4631 Hondo Pass. Graveside services will be at Fort Bliss National Cemetery on Tuesday, February 5, 2002 at 1:00 p.m. with Full Military Honors. DAVIS, BOBBYE FERGUSON 81, a native of Palestine, TX and resident of Daphne, AL died Wednesday January 30, 2002 in Fairhope, AL. Survivors include her son Jim (Kim) Ferguson of Plano, TX; 3 daughters: Cheryl Daily (Dave) Depaolis of Cypress, TX, Lynda (Paul) Wilson of Daphne, AL, Georgia (Brooks) West of Trophy Club, TX; 8 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Monday, February 4, 2002 at 2 p.m. from the Chapel of Littlepage Funeral Home in Mart, TX. With interment to follow in the Mart Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home at 1 p.m. Arrangements by WOLFE FUNERAL HOME 329 So. Greeno Rd. Fairhope, AL. HERNANDEZ, (JO-JO) JOSE LUIS JR., 32 was called by his Heavenly Father on riday, February 1, 2002. A son, a brother, a cousin, an uncle, a friend, Jo-Jo was a lifelong resident of Northeast El Paso and member of Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church and he attended the Ysleta Learning Center until 1991. Jo-Jo is survived by his mother Susan Hernandez, brother Tommy Hernandez, sister and brother-in-law Teresa and Robert Candelaria, nephew Nicolas Candelaria, 11 aunts and uncles, and 11 cousins. Pallbearers will be cousins Gilberto, Carlos, Ruben and Humberto Hernandez. Honorary Pallbearers are brother Tommy Hernandez and cousins David Stringfield, Samuel Holzman and friend Hector Gonzalez. Special thanks to Gloria and her staff and Dr. Belgrave. Visitation will be Monday, February 4, 2002 from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with Rosary service at 7:00 p.m. at Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home on Dyer. Funeral Mass will be Tuesday, February 5, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church with Fr. Frank Lopez officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Myelin Project, 2136 Gallows Road, Suite E, Dunn Loring, VA 22027. Jo-Jo is now running with the angels and singing with the saints. "With this child sent from above comes stronger faith and richer love. This precious charge, so meek and mild is Heaven's very special child." KLINE, HELEN M. 90, El Paso, beloved wife of the late Earl D. Kline and dear mother of Richard (Alice) Kline of El Paso and the late James Kline of Milford, MI. died January 30, 2002. She was Canadian born and lived in Ypsilanti, Michigan most of her adult life prior to moving to El Paso in 1992. She is also survived by her three grand-children: Chad (Michelle) Kline of Ann Arbor, MI; Brandon Kline of Austin, TX; Denise (Brian) Hardy and great granddaughter, Caitlin Rice, all of Redford, MI; daughter-in-law, LaVonne Kline of Milford, MI, brother Edward (Mary) Swayze of Garden City, MI; and dear friend, Carol Kline of Redford, MI. Memorial Services are pending in Ypsilanti, MI. Memorial Contributions may be made to The National Parkinson's Foundation. Westerberg, Benson , Vernon U.S. Army Captain (Ret.) passed away January 29, 2002. He was born August 19, 1912 in Wichita, Kansas, and had lived in El Paso for the past 46 years. Vernon is survived by his beloved wife of almost 57 years, Marie Eleanor Benson; daughters, Judy Thompson (Patrick), Minnetonka, MN, and LaVerne Gomez (James deVoss), Scottsdale, AZ; grandchildren Amy Barlow (Todd), Lemoore, CA; Aaron Gomez, Denver, CO; M Scott Thompson, Minneapolis; and Brian Thompson, San Francisco; and one great granddaughter, Lauren Barlow, Lemoore, CA. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Edward Benson and Amanda Althea Westerberg; brother William and sister Frances. Vernon was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather; exhibited a profound love of nature - particularly little-known streams and outcroppings high in the Franklin Mountains - and developed high-level expertise in photography, lapidary and rock collecting. Captain Benson, a veteran of the Pacific in World War II, served in the U.S. Army from 1933 - 1963 and also worked at the International Boundary and Water Commission for 11 years. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church, El Paso, for many years. Memorial Service 3 p.m. Sunday, February 3, White Acres Good Samaritan Retirement Village Chapel, with the Rev. George Rogers, senior pastor at First Presbyterian presiding. Arrangements handled through Harding, Orr & McDaniel Funeral Home. DICKSON, CARL MITCHELL a long time resident of El Paso, TX, passed away on January 30, 2002 in Plano, TX due to complications with Parkinson's. He was born in Dallas, TX on February 21, 1929. Carl grew up in Garland, TX and was known to many of his friends and family as Sonny Dickson. He served in the Korean War from January 1951 to October of 1952, received an Honorable Discharge, and was awarded the Korean Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Combat Infantry Badge, and U.N. Service Medal. After his military service, Carl Dickson enrolled at North Texas State College and earned a Bachelor of Science in Business. At North Texas State, Carl met Ginger Reasoner. After graduating, they were married on August 26, 1955. Carl and Ginger then moved to Midland, TX where Carl started working for the Travelers Insurance Company. They later moved to El Paso, TX where they lived and raised their two daughters, Michelle and Kelly. He retired after 25 years with Travelers to work for JD William's Insurance Company. Carl Mitchell Dickson was preceded in death by his wife of 45 years, Ginger R. Dickson. He is survived by his two daughters Kelly Dickson Aguilar of El Paso and Michelle Dickson Curtis of Plano, sister Bette Phillips of Florida and one granddaughter Jennifer Aguilar of El Paso. Visitation will be held Monday, February 4, 2002 from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held Tuesday, February 5, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with military honors, Rev. Paul Green officiating. ASTON, EUNICE A. 90, passed away Wednesday, January 30, 2002. Born in Morgan County Indiana. Moved to Harrisberg, Ark and married Ollie Aston in April of 1932. She moved to El Paso in 1942 and in 1944 went to work for Mountain Bell Telephone Company retiring in 1969. She was active with Trinity First United Methodist Church and the Telephone Pioneers and volunteered at The Houchen Community Center. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Jan D. and James B. Nagel; 1 granddaughter and her husband, June Marie and Scott Johnson and 1 great-granddaughter, Mariah G. Johnson all of El Paso. Visitation will be Sunday, February 3rd from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral Service will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, February 4th at Trinity First United Methodist Church with Dr. Ed Williamson and Dr. Brodace Elkins officiating. Interment in Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. NUNEZ, MR. ESPIRIDION R. 61, passed away Thursday, January 31, 2002 in El Paso. He was a longtime resident of El Paso and an active member of Santo Nino de Atocha Catholic Church. Mr. Nunez was a member of the Choir for Santo Nino de Atocha Catholic Church. He was employed as a Bus Driver for the El Paso Independent School District. Mr. Nunez is survived by his wife, Teresa C. Nunez. Sons, David Nunez and wife Sharon, Ruben Nunez, Eugene Nunez and wife Sylvia. Grandson, Nicholas Nunez. Brother, Felipe R. Nunez. Sisters, Josephina Nunez Rosales de Acuna, Rafaela Nunez Rosales de Galindo, and their families, all of Chihuahua Mexico. Visitation will be Sunday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Sunday at 7 p.m. at Santo Nino de Atocha Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be Monday at 12 noon at Santo Nino de Atocha Catholic Church. Members of the family will serve as Pallbearers. The Nunez family would like to give special thanks to family and friends for all their support. Interment will be in Evergreen East Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME, 1060 Carolina Drive 598-3332 February 4 2001 Return to top DOMINGUEZ, LEONOR E. 74, was born in Bisbee, Arizona, October 18,1927 and passed from this life February 1, 2002 in El Paso, Texas. She was a homemaker and a gifted musician offering her music talent as a piano instructor. She was also an artist and a soloist. She is survived by her beloved husband of 53 years. Samuel Dominguez, Sr.; her son, Samuel E. Dominguez, Jr. and his wife (Rosemary); her daughter, Ruth Ingram and her husband (Erwin). She is also survived by seven grandchildren and six great grandchildren; brothers, Benjamin and Leopoldo Mendoza; sisters, Lydia Nabhan and Adelina Mendoza. Visitation will be 5pm to 9pm Tuesday, February 5, 2002 at Sunset Funeral Home-Northeast with a Prayer Service at 6:30pm also at Sunset Funeral Home-Northeast Chapel. Funeral Service times are pending for Wednesday, February 6, 2002 at Sunset Funeral Home-Northeast. Interment will be at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-Northeast. FIERRO, SUZANA ALICIA 34, born on November 10, 1967 went to be with Our Lord on Thursday, January 31, 2002. She was a member of St. Luke's Catholic Church and worked for Southwestern Bell Telephone Co. for 6 years. She is survived by her husband, Fernando Fierro and their three children, Isaac, Zachariah and Oksana. Other survivors include her mother, Alicia Rivera; three sisters, Rosa Martinez, Ana Torres and Carmen Rivera;three brothers, Fran;ciscko Rivera, Henry Rivera and Michael Rivera and father and mother-in-law, Armando and Martha Fierro. Visitation will be on Monday, February 4, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with the Rosary Service at 7:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home-Central Chapel. Funeral Mass will be on Tuesday, February 5, 2002 at 9:00 a.m. at Our Lady of the Light Catholic Church, Msgr. David Fierro officiating. Pallbearers, Isaac, Zachariah, Anthony and Andrew Fierro, Francisco, Henry and Michael Rivera and Vincent Torres. Interment at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. PACE, BILLIE O. 84, passed away on Thursday, January 31, 2002 in San Antonio, Texas. She was a lifelong resident of El Paso. She was a member of St. Luke's United Methodist Church. Preceded in death by her husband, Willis L. Pace and son, John W. Satterfield. She is survived by her step-daughters and their husbands, Shirley and Thomas Fausnacht and Bobbi and Don Lange; daughter-in-law, Teddi Satterfield; 13 grand-children, 20 great grandchildren and 6 great great grandchildren; brothers, Manuel and Anthony Padron and sisters, Mary Simpson, Rosa Gamez, Elena Lucas and Anita Reyes. Visitation will be on Monday, February 4, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home-Central . Funeral Service will be on Tuesday, February 5, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. at Restlawn Mausoleum Chapel, Rev. Lelani Drake officiating. Interment in Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimers Association, 4400 N. Mesa Ste# 9 El Paso, TX. 79902 in Billie's memory. February 5 2001 Return to top Caldwell, Ione Iris 86, passed away on Sunday, February 3, 2002, a residentof El Paso for over 50 years. Mrs. Caldwell worked for Ponder Insurance Agency and Rogers and Belding, was a past president of FIWT and a member of the Baptist faith. She is preceded in death by her parents, I.S. and Irene Linch and a brother, Roy L. Linch. Survived by husband, Joe M. Caldwell, brother, Talmage U. Linch of Floydada; sister, Mozelle Bice of Lubbock; nephews, Floyd Linch of Lubbock; Eugene Linch of Azle and niece, Theresa Guillmen of Lubbock. Family will received friends Tuesday, February 5 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. in Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home, 8817 Dyer. Funeral service will be on Wednesday, February 6 at 10 a.m. in the funeral home with Pastor Sam Binswanger. Burial is pending in Floydada, Texas. SAENZ, MARK 28, passed away Sunday, February 3, 2002. Lifetime resident of El Paso, Texas. Survived by parents Elias and Dolores Saenz, brother Stephen Lee Saenz, nephew Brandon Lee Saenz, Friend Victor J. Mendoza, 1st cousin Viviana Rodriguez, maternal grandmother Maria Luz Escarcega, paternal grandmother Clementina Saenz P., aunts Maria Lourdez Hernandez, Josephina Saenz, uncles Oscar Saenz and Angel Saenz and several cousins. Mark will lie in state Wednesday, February 6, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Rosary Service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 6, 2002 at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, February 7, 2002, at St. Ignatius Catholic Church. Honorary pallbearers Viviana Rodriguez, Angelica Carmona and Melissa Hernandez, Erica Orona and a very special little girl Isis Orona. Pallbearers will be Victor J. Mendoza, Stephen Lee Saenz, Matthew Hernandez, Salvador Hernandez, Elias Saenz and Francisco Aguayo. Burial at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. MARTINEZ, PATRICIO (PAT) went to be with his Lord and Savior on February 3, 2002. He was a 59 year resident of El Paso and a 30 year member of Templo La Hermosa. He was a Sgt. in the U.S. Army having served during World War II at Omaha Beach and Normandy Invasion. He was retired from Phelps Dodge after forty years service. He was preceded in death by his oldest son Orlando Martinez and is survived by his wife of 59 years, Velia Martinez and five children: Olivia Jepson of Phoenix, Arizona, Olga Andrews of Washington, D.C., Oscar Martinez of El Paso, Texas, Osvelia Murillo of Phoenix, Arizona, and Oswaldo Martinez of Phoenix, Arizona. He is also survived by eleven grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Visitation will be Wednesday, February 6, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Templo La Hermosa. Funeral service will be Wednesday, February 6, at 7:30 p.m. at Templo La Hermosa, 7456 Alameda, El Paso, Texas. Military honors will be extended at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery on Friday, February 8, at 3:00 p.m. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 CAROLINA DR. 598-3332 MARTIN, THOMAS WAYNE "Our country is in mourning for a solider died today...." 83, went to be with our Lord on Saturday, February 2, 2002. Thomas was born in Martin, TN and was a resident of El Paso since 1962. SFC Martin joined the Army on April 6, 1942 and served his country with tours of duty in Australia, New Guinea, Philippines, Japan and Korea. He was a World War II, Korean Conflict, and Vietnam Veteran and received many awards and meritorious decorations. SFC Martin retired from the U.S. Army after 24 years of service on December 31, 1966. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Elvira A. Martin; step-sons, Luis, Jaime, Roy and Dean; daughters, Mary, Patricia, Tommie and Susan; step-daughter, Sandra; several grandchildren and great grandchildren and a brother, James Louis Martin. Visitation will be Tuesday, February 5, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home - Central. Funeral Service will be Wednesday, February 6, 2002 at 9:30 a.m. at Martin Funeral Home - Central Chapel, Dr. Levi Price officiating. Interment at Evergreen East Cemetery with Full Military Honors. Hegstad, Ruth Marie, age 94, of Staples, MN, formerly of Warroad, MN, died February 2nd, 2002, at the Greater Staples Hospital. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, February 5th, at 11:00 AM in Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Burial will be in the Riverside Cemetery in Warroad, MN. Ruth is survived by her son, Richard (Virginia) Hegre of Staples, 3 step-daughters, Marian (Steve) Esnor of Sun City West, AZ, Alice (George) Geno and Juliana (Savio) Garcia both of El Paso, TX, and 14 Grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husbands, parents, and 2 brothers. MIRELES, DAVID 52, passed away February 1, 2002. He was a Vietnam Veteran and a lifelong resident of El Paso. His wife Maria, and two daughters Diana and Stephanie survive him. Also survived by his parents, Concha and Joseph Steinhardt, brothers Frank, Tony, Jose, Ramon Mireles, Jesse Esparza and Richard Fazio, sisters Yolanda Castillo and Liz McCarthy, and several nieces and nephews. Mass of Resurrection will be today, February 5, 2002 at 12 noon at Little Flower Catholic Church with interment at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Parrott, Mrs. John B. nee Vera Louise Johnston of Fredericksburg passed away on Saturday February 2, 2002 in a San Antoino Care Facility at the age of 89 years. Mrs. Vera Parrott is survived by two daughters: Faye and Lawrence Dunn of Portales, New Mexico, Babs Parrott of Fredericksburg, two grandchildren: Scott Dunn of Grants, New Mexico, Jennifer Yankovich of Amarillo, Texas, two great grandchildren: Joshua and Jordan Yankovich of Amarillo. Preceded in death by her husband: Retired Col. U.S. Army John B. Parrott. Parents: Duncan and Edith Pou Johnston, One Brother: Two Sisters: Erby Johnston, Catherine Johnston, Wilma Johnston. The body will lie in state in the chapel of the Schaetter Funeral Home, Fredericksburg until 8:30 A.M. on Tuesday, February 5th and from 9:00 till 10:00 A.M. in the First Baptist Church, Fredericksburg with Funeral Services at 10:00 A.M. with the Rev. D.G. McCoury officiating. Graveside Services and Interment will be held on Thursday, February 7th in the Ft. Bliss National Cemetery, El Paso, Texas at 9:00 A.M. For those who so desire, you may make memorial contributions in her memory to the First Baptist Church, Fredericksburg or to the charity of your choice. The family will greet friends on Monday, February 4th from 4:00 till 6:00 P.M. in the chapel of the Schaetter Funeral Home, Fredericksburg. COWART, CAROLYN, 72, passed away February 1, 2002. She has lived in El Paso since 1956 and was a retired bank officer at the former State National Bank. She will be remembered for her quick wit, great cooking and southern charm. Carolyn was preceded in death by her son, Raymond. She is survived by her husband, Lannis; son, Lanny and his wife Johanna; granddaughter Catherine, all in El Paso; granddaughter, Tara Boedeker and her husband, Steve, of Dallas; grandson, Christopher, of Denton; and great-grandchildren, Lauren and Colton Miller. She is also survived by her sister, Gloria Caudle and her husband Alec of Lake Seminole, FL and her brother, Lawrence Stalvey, of Albany, GA. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM Wednesday, February 6, at Fort Bliss Cemetery. BEATTIE, BYRNECE passed away Feb. 2, 2002 in MO. Preceded in death by husband Roy C. Beattie. Member St. Paul Methodist Church on Edgemere. Memorial service Boyer Chapel, Bonne Terre, MO. Interment Rest Lawn Memorial Park at a later date. URBINA, MRS. MICAELA F. "MICA" was called home by our Heavenly Father on February 2, 2002. She was born in Santa Barbara, Chih., Mex. She was a resident of Sunland Park, N.M. for 42 years, was a member of San Martin de Porres Catholic Church. Mrs. Urbina was preceded in death by her husband Daniel Urbina Sr. She is survived by her seven children; Josefina Parga, Maria Elena Garcia (Victor), Andres Urbina (Martha), Socorro Urquidi (Jaime), Daniel Urbina Jr. (Sara), Alicia Tovar (Jaime), Jose Luis Urbina (Araceli), 22 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. Visitation will be from 2 p.m.-9 p.m. Tuesday at Hillcrest Funeral Home on Doniphan. Rosary at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Hillcrest Chapel, Funeral Mass will be Wednesday at 10 a.m. at San Martin de Porres Church, (Sunland Park, N.M.). Pallbearers will be Andres Urbina, Daniel Urbina Jr., Jose Luis Urbina, Jaime Urquidi, Jaime Tovar, Victor Garcia, Gabriel Urbina and Luis Raul Parga. Interment will be in Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME - DONIPHAN. 5054 DONIPHAN 587-0202 BEACH, ELVINA 75, born in Chicago, IL., passed away on Friday, February 1, 2002. She was a long time resident of El Paso. Mrs. Beach is survived by her husband of 38 years, Rex Beach, daughter, Bonnie Newman and husband Jeffrey, grandchildren, Joseph and Laura, niece Mary Hermann, nephews Chester Jr., John and Gary Nawrocki. Also many great-nieces and nephews. Mrs. Beach loved roller skating and ice skating. Elvina was a member of the Chicago Figure Skating Club in the 1940's and 50's, where she participated in figure skating shows. Mrs. Beach will also be remembered for her love of animals. Generous to all and especially to her family. She will be greatly missed by everyone she knew. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, February 6, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Luke Methodist Church. Burial will be at a later date at River Hills Memorial Park in Batavia, IL. Memorial contributions may be made to the El Paso Arthritis Foundation. Wieland, Margaret L. 81, passed away Saturday, February 2, 2002. Mrs. Wieland was a lifelong resident of El Paso and was active with the Senior Citizen Center. Preceded in death by her husband Vincent J. Wieland in 1986. She is survived by her sons Lee E. Wieland and his wife Jeri, Donald J. Wieland and his wife Suzanne, sister June Chiumento, grandchildren Justin, Margie, Jennifer and Ashley Wieland. Visitation will be held Wednesday, February 6, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home West. Graveside service will be held Friday, February 8, 2002 at 1:00 p.m. at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. February 6 2001 Return to top Collins, Walter 'Rip' Walt was born in Ajo, Arizona May 23, 1926. Walter was in the Navy Air Corps in the last year of World War II. After college he joined the Air Force. Before retiring 27 years later as a full Colonel, Walt had flown combat missions in World War II, Korea and Viet Nam. In 1963 he was nominated for consideration as one of the original seven astronauts. After retiring to Phoenix, Walt turned his energy to his second love, hunting and the outdoors. He is a founder charter member or life member of many of the prominent state and national affiliate organizations such as Arizona Bowhunters, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Arizona Desert Bighorn Sheep Society, Arizona Mule Deer Association and the National Rifle Association. In 1995 the Arizona Game and Fish Commission named Walt Conservationist of the Year. In 2001 Walt was inducted into the Arizona Outdoor Hall of Fame. Walter departed on his final flight January 27, 2002 in Phoenix, Arizona at the age of 75. He is survived by his son Gregory Collins, daughter Yvonne Colins and husband State Rep Pat Haggerty, daughter Yvette Collins, grandson James Collins, granddaughter Caroline Collins and extended family Joseph Weir, Allyson Weir, Denise Van Brocklin, and Laura Travis. He is preceded in death by two sons Craig Collins and Walt Collins. Walt's final resting place is the National Memorial Cemetery in Phoenix, Arizona. SWORD, LUCILLE 88, passed away Sunday, February 3, 2002, was born on December 18, 1913 in Deming, New Mexico and moved to El Paso with her family in 1918. She taught school for 30 years including 24 years at Clardy Elementary. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Fred K. Sword and is survived by her daughters, Ginger, Patsy, Susie and Jeanie; two sons-in-law, Danny and Richard; seven grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and her sister, Mary Helen. Visitation will be Wednesday, February 6, 2002 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home, 8817 Dyer. Funeral service will be 1 p.m. on Thursday, February 7, at Asbury United Methodist Church with Pastor Glen Thyrion officiating. Interment at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Miller, Kenneth Dick 76, passed away on February 3, 2002. Mr. Miller was born in Detroit, MI and graduated from Bowling Green University. He was a resident of El Paso, TX and Ruidoso, NM. Mr. Miller was a WWII Veteran and served in the United States Navy. He was also a longtime employee of the KHEY radio group. Mr. Miller is survived by his son Mark Miller, daughters, Julie Mullaney and Caroline Bradbury and 3 grandchildren, and his brother Glenn Miller, Jr. Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 7, 2002, from 10 am to 12 pm at Sunset Funeral Home West located at 480 N. Resler. A Graveside Service will follow at 1:30 pm at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with military honors. In lieu of flowers please send donations to The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society at 12850 Spurling Dr. Ste. 220 in Dallas, TX 75230. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-West. George, Dane of Austin, Texas, and formerly of El Paso, passed away suddenly on February 4, 2002. Dane was devoted first and foremost to his family, was a lifelong runner and an avid Longhorn fan. Dane is survived by his wife of 32 years, Susan George, his daughters, Stacy George and Kylie George, all of Austin; his mother, Patsy George; his grandmother, Lucille Hunt; and his brothers and sisters, Bryan, Randy and Susan; and Susans parents, Robert and Una Leighton. Born on January 4, 1949, Dane attended public schools in Richardson, Texas, graduated from the University of Arkansas and from the University of Texas School of Law. Dane was a partner in the El Paso office of Kemp Smith, P.C., from 1974 to 1998, and at the time of his death was Of Counsel to Haynes and Boone, L.L.P., in its Austin office, where he practiced in the Corporate-Securities section of the firm. A visitation will be held at Weed Corley-Fish Funeral Home, 3125 N. Lamar, on Thursday, February 7 from 5:00 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held Friday, February 8, at 2:00 p.m., in Austin at the Westlake Presbyterian Church, 7127 Bee Cave Road. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the Jared Dunten Foundation at 828 West 6th Street, Austin, TX 78703. ARELLANO, PAZ G. passed away on 2/3/02. She is survived by her son Raymundo Gomez, daughters: Nena Martinez & Martha Dewitt, sister Margaret Harp & Carmen Carrejo. 11 Grandchildren & 4 Great-Grandchildren. Visitation hours from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Wednesday at El Paso Mission Funeral Home. Graveside services on Thursday at Mount Carmel Cemetery at 10 a.m. Arrangements by El Paso Mission Funeral Home. PICCOLO, ANTONIO "TONY" 68, passed away Sunday February 03, 2002. He was born in Naples, Italy and moved to the United States in 1976. He has resided in El Paso since 1983 and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Piccolo was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Fourth Degree. He worked for Arris Corp. (previously Texscan Corp.) for twenty three years until October 2001. Mr. Piccolo is survived by his wife Ofelia M. Piccolo and son Frazer Piccolo. Other survivors include nieces Federica Manna, Valeria De Vitta and Alessandra Merlino all from Naples, Italy. Visitation will be held Wednesday February 06, 2002 from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm with a rosary service at 7:00 pm at Mt Carmel Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral mass will be held on Thursday February 07, 2002 at 10:00 am at St. Stephens Catholic Church. Interment will be at Restlawn Cemetery. Thanks to all the staff of Hospice of El Paso for their support and help and special thanks to Patty Reisner RN for her great support during my husband's last minutes of his life. BIMLER, VIOLET J. 88, passed away February 4, 2002. Preceded in death by her husband Joseph E. Bimler, in September 1998. Survived by son; Tim and wife Mary Ann Bimler; grandchildren, Joe Bimler and wife Nicole, Katherine Bimler, Megan Bimler, John Bimler. Several nieces and nephews. Violet was a nurse in the U.S. Navy during WWII. Funeral Mass will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, February 7, 2002 at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 625 Nottingham Oaks Trail, Rite of Committal: 2:00 p.m. Friday, Fort Bliss National Cemetery, El Paso, Texas. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to American Lung Association, 2425 W. Loop South, Suite #300, Houston, Texas 77027. She was a longtime resident of Ysleta and a member of the Catholic Church, Sisters of the Good Shepherd Convent and Adoracion Nocturna. Mrs. Uribarri was preceded in death by her husband, Luis Uribarri, son, Luis Alfonso Uribarri and sister, Pilar Jordan. She is survived by her son, Jorge Horacio Uribarri, daughters, Irma Yolanda Diaz, Romelia A. Gomez, 11 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Visitation will be Thursday, February 7, from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home Carolina. Recitation of the rosary will be Thursday, February 7, at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral mass will be Friday, February 8 at 1 p.m. at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Luis Alfonso Uribarri Jr., Miguel Angel Uribarri, Marco Antonio Diaz, Jorge Diaz Jr., Jorge Horacio Uribarri II and Joe Guajardo. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina 598-3332. OSEFINA URIBARRI, 91, passed away Sunday, February 3, 2002 in El Paso. he was a longtime resident of Ysleta and a member of the Catholic Church, Sisters of the Good Shepherd Convent and Adoracion Nocturna. Mrs. Uribarri was preceded in death by her husband, Luis Uribarri, son, Luis Alfonso Uribarri and sister, Pilar Jordan. She is survived by her son, Jorge Horacio Uribarri, daughters, Irma Yolanda Diaz, Romelia A. Gomez, 11 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Visitation will be Thursday, February 7, from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home Carolina. Recitation of the rosary will be Thursday, February 7, at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral mass will be Friday, February 8 at 1 p.m. at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Luis Alfonso Uribarri Jr., Miguel Angel Uribarri, Marco Antonio Diaz, Jorge Diaz Jr., Jorge Horacio Uribarri II and Joe Guajardo. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina 598-3332. Javier G. Pedroza Sr., 79, passed away Monday, February 4, 2002 Preceded in death by wife Esperanza C. Pedroza, daughter Bernadette Ortega. Mr. Pedroza was the Head Tailor at Union Fashion Mens Store, a true master at his trade who retired in 1987. Survived by sons Javier P. Pedroza Jr., Cristobal Pedroza, Sergio Pedroza Sr., Hector P. Pedroza Sr., Oscar R. Pedroza and Daniel M. Pedroza, daughter Patricia A. Palomino, 22 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Mr. Pedroza will lie in state Thursday, February 7, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Rosary Service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, February 7, 2002 at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be at 12:00 p.m. Friday, February 8, 2002 at St. Patrick Cathedral. Sons will serve as pallbearers. Honorary Pallbearers will be Frank Palomino Sr. and Nieson DeAngelo. Burial at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Our father is now reunited with our mother. Today they celebrate in heaven their 53rd Wedding Anniversary with their Lord Jesus. They are now "Eternally Together." Happy Anniversary Mom & Dad! SCOTT, VERBAL E. 71, and LOTTIE MAE SCOTT, 70, lifelong residents of the Cloudcroft area, died Sunday, February 3, 2002, at their home in Cloudcroft. Both were members of pioneer families that came to Otero County in the late 1890s. Verbal was born November 4, 1930 in Mayhill to Irvin "Doggie" and Lillie (Gililland) Scott. Lottie was born July 12, 1932 in Cloudcroft to Carl Wesley and Ora Aileen (Bookout) Hansen. Both were graduates of Cloudcroft High School, Verbal in 1948, and Lottie in 1950. They married May 20, 1950 in Alamogordo, and Verbal enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and went to Korea. In 1962 they purchased Cortez Gas and started Scotty LPG, Inc., which their family continues to own and operate in Cloudcroft. Verbal and Lottie have been quite active in Cloudcroft, both having served on the School Board and the Village Council. They were also members of the Chamber of Commerce and the Sideliners. While they enjoyed traveling, Verbal also liked working on the family homestead in 16 Springs Canyon, while Lottie enjoyed her children and grandchildren. They are survived by two sons, Chris Scott and his wife Traci, and Tim Scott, all of Cloudcroft; a daughter, Wendy McCuiston and her husband Brent of San Antonio, Texas; and five Grand-children, Sara Petrzelka who is attending Texas A & M, Ryan and Clay Scott of Cloudcroft, and Jorden and Cole Scott of Cloudcroft. Verbal also survived by a brother, Ronald Scott of Alamogordo; and a sister-in-law, Carolyn Scott of Cloudcroft. He was preceded in death by his parents; and by a brother, Leonard Scott. Lottie is also survived by a sister-in-law, Wanda Hansen of Alamogordo. She was preceded in death by her parents; and by a brother, Bill Dick Hansen. A memorial service will be conducted Wednesday at 4 p.m. in the Cloudcroft High School Gymnasium with Wesley Lane officiating. The family requests that those attending the service dress casually. Should friends desire, contributions may be made to the Lottie & Verbal Scott Memorial Scholarship, c/o Western Bank in Cloudcroft or Alamogordo. Services are under the direction of Hamilton-O'Dell Funeral Home, 1334 N. Scenic Dr., Alamogordo. MILLER, S. PHILLIP 61, passed away February 2, 2002. Mr. Miller was a life long resident of El Paso, Texas. He graduated from El Paso High School in 1959, and attended the University of Texas at El Paso. In 1961 Phil was employed by the Newspaper Printing Corporation (publisher of the El Paso Times and Herald Post) as an Apprentice Pressman. He worked his way up to Pressroom Foreman, and then to Superintendent of Operations for the night shift. After twenty eight years of service, Phil retired from the Newspaper and, after attending El Paso Community College for specialized training in HVAC Maintenance, started his own business, "Phil's Fixit Shop". Phil specialized in plumbing, electrical and appliance repair, as well as heating and cooling systems main-tenance. He remained active in his business until shortly before his death. Mr. Miller is preceded in death by his parents, Sam Miller and Loretto Waddell Miller, and nephew, David Waddell Schillinger. He is survived by his wife, Carol Ann Miller, sister Peggy Schillinger and husband Bill, nephew Kenneth W. Schillinger and wife Patricia, great nephew Kevin Schillinger, step daughters Tammy Jacobs and Barbara Castallone, grandchildren Mason Jacobs and Diana Castallone, cousin Carolyn De Lisser and husband Chrys, and their children and grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. Memorial service will be held Saturday, February 9, 2002 at 11 o'clock at Martin Funeral Home West. Donations may be made to a favorite charity. Interment to follow at Memory Gardens of the Valley Cemetery. February 7 2001 Return to top Ennis, CW4 John J. US Army retired, died Sunday, February 3, 2002. He was formerly from El Paso and recently moved to Apopka, Florida. He is survived by his wife, Gladys and daughter, Eileen. Mr. Ennis was born in New York, New York and served proudly for 26 years. In the following years he worked for the Army at Ft. Bliss until his retirement in 1996. He will be interred in the National Cemetery in Bushnell, Florida. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the National Kidney Foundation, 30 East 33rd Street, New York, New York 10016. AGUILERA, LUCIA M. 53, passed away February 4, 2002. She was a lifelong resident of El Paso. She retired from Levi Strauss. Preceded in death by her husband Heriberto Aguilera, her parents Ramon and Hilaria Marquez. She is survived by her sons, Ramon Marquez and Roberto Aguilera, daughters, Gila, Angie and Cecilia Aguilera, sister Felicitas Meckling, grandchildren, Christopher and Israel Puga, Amber Vacio and Dezeray Ignacio. Visitation will be Friday from 12 noon to 7 p.m. and prayer service from 7 to 9 p.m. at Mt. Franklin Funeral Home (3707 Pershing Dr.) Chapel service will be Saturday at 8:30 a.m. at Mt. Franklin Funeral Home Chapel with interment to be in Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Chavez, Mrs. Celia L. 77, passed away Tuesday, February 5, 2002 in a local hospital. She was a longtime resident of El Paso and a member of San Antonio Catholic Church. Mrs. Chavez was preceded in death by her brother, Eduardo Lucero. She is survived by her loving husband, Perfecto Chavez. Daughter, Lourdes Boatright and husband Robert. Grand-children, Sarah Boatright and Lauren Boatright. Brother, Florencio Lucero. Sister, Maria Isabel Oropeza. Visitation will be Thursday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Thursday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Friday at 11:15 a.m. at San Antonio Catholic Church. Members of the family will serve as Pallbearers. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive. 598-3332. Villalobos, Carlotta 87, passed away Tuesday, February 5, 2002. Longtime resident of El Paso, Texas. Preceded in death by husband Ramon Villalobos, parents Luis and Maria Aguilar, brother Luis Aguilar, sister Marcella Gonzalez. Survived by sons Leo Villalobos and Luis Villalobos, grandchildren Mark Villalobos, Matthew Villalobos, Michelle Villalobos, Joshua Villalobos and Isaac Villalobos, sister Aurora Garcia, nieces Corina Woody, Minnie Pena and nephew Fernando Garcia Jr. Mrs. Villalobos visitation will be on Thursday, February 7, 2002 from 7:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Rosary Service will be at 8:00 p.m. Thursday, February 7, 2002 at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be at 9:30 a.m. at St. Pius Catholic Church. Msgr. Arturo Banuelas officiating. Burial at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of El Paso 3901 N. Mesa, El Paso, TX 79902. Higdon, Mary Kathryn November 11, 1923-February 2, 2002, fifty four (54) year resident of El Paso passed away in Dallas, Texas on Tuesday, February 5, 2002. Mrs. Higdon was born in Lafayette, Indiana on November 11, 1923. She is survived by her husband of fifty nine (59), Ted Hidgon, her daughters, Marilou Calabrese and Linda Sherman, three (3) grandchildren, Todd Ruggirello, Mica Calabrese, Katie Calabrese and her great-granddaughter, Jade Ruggirello. Mary Higdon was a nursing home admini-strator and a founding member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church in El Paso. She will always be remembered as a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Services will be held in Dallas, exact arrangements are pending. MUNDY, SUSAN J. 47, passed away Monday, February 5, 2002, a resident of El Paso 8 1/2 years. She taught at Parkland Elementary School and was a member of St. Clements Episcopal Church. Susan is survived by her husband, Gary D. Mundy, daughter, Adrianne Mundy and son, Andrew Mundy. She is also survived by her 3 brothers, Dennis White of Anchorage, AK, Danny White and Steven White and her sister, Tricia Wauson all of Phoenix, AZ and her parents, Herschal and Margaret White of Prescott, AZ. Memorial Service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, February 8th at St. Clements Episcopal Church with The Rev. Philip Jones officiating. Cremation arrangements by Kaster-Maxon & Futrell Funeral Home. Memorial Contributions may be made to Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, 2829 Montana Ave., El Paso, TX 79903. MILES, MSG. LEVI III, U.S. ARMY (RET.), 68, passed away Thursday, January 31, 2002. Mr. Miles retired from the U.S. Army after 20 years of service. He served during the Korean War and the Vietnam Conflict. While in the Army he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Good Conduct Medal 5th Award, Army Occupation Medal, and the Army Commendation Medal. Mr. Miles is survived by his wife, Josephine Strong Miles, daughters, Natalie Sabrena Reveles and Raagan Alicia Miles and one grandchild. Visitation will be on Thursday, February 7, 2002 from 5 pm until 9 pm at Sunset Funeral Home-N.E. located at 4631 Hondo Pass, El Paso, Texas. Funeral service will be at 12 pm Friday, February 8, 2002 at Vineyard Christian Fellowship Church at 6115 Transmountain, Dale Walker will officiate. Graveside service will follow at 1:30 pm at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with full military honors. MADRID, SANDI [or Sandra] 37, went with our Lord on Tuesday, February 5, 2002. Sandi was born on November 4, 1964 in El Paso, TX. Sandi was a loving daughter, sister, aunt, niece, cousin and good friend to many. She was a graduate of Riverside High School, El Paso Community College and the Disney Institute. She was a Travel Consultant and had worked at Airway Travel and Buck Rogers. She was presently employed by America West Airlines, where she received numerous awards including Outstanding Performance in Leadership and more recently, the Gold Star Award for Outstanding Performance. Sandi was preceded in death by her beloved grandfather, Manuel Flores, and father, Ernesto Madrid. She is survived by her mother, Janey Madrid; brother, Michael Madrid; nephews, Mykal and Danyl Madrid; grandmother, Rafaela Mena Flores; aunts, Dolores Sandoval, Cecilia Flores-Wiltrout, Elizabeth F. Cardona and Carmen Lerma; uncles, Manny Flores, Jr., Carlos Flores, Phillip Flores and Gene Flores, many cousins and countless friends. Sandi will be remembered for her tremendous courage, generous spirit, love for life and devotion to family and friends. Visitation will be Friday, February 8, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with the Rosary Service at 7:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home - Central Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Saturday, February 9, 2002 at 9:00 a.m. at St. Patrick's Cathedral. Pallbearers, Manny Flores, Jr., Manny Flores III, Phillip Flores, Gene Flores, Stephen Sandoval, John Sandoval, David Flores and Tony Cardona, Jr. Honorary Pallbearers, Carlos Flores, Eugene Franco, Arturo Gonzalez, Arturo Gonzalez, Jr., Angel Torres and Jim Wiltrout. Entombment in Mt. Carmel Mausoleum. Memorial donations can be made to the El Paso Cancer Treatment Center, 1901 Grandview Avenue, El Paso, TX 79902 in Sandi's memory.