El Paso Co. Tx. Obits from the El Paso Times, June 23-30, 2002 Submitted by: Dorris Harrison Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm ------------------------------------------------ June 23 2001 AKERS, NATALIE JEANNE 80, passed away June 19, 2002 in her home. She was born in Scottdale, Pennsylvania and moved to El Paso in 1949 from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania with her husband John Akers Sr. who preceded her in death in 1988. She was the pillar of strength of the Akers' Clan, as they were known by those that knew the family, raising five boys and two girls. Natalie was survived by her five sons, Tom W. Akers of El Paso, and wife Kathy of Dallas, TX, David L. Akers and wife Patty of El Paso, John (Jock) P. Akers and wife Colleen of El Paso, Mark Akers and wife Debbie of Las Vegas, NV, Frank (Chip) Akers of Vermont, NY, and two daughters, Kris Burdett and husband James Moore of El Paso and Paula Alvarez and husband Mike of Tucson, AZ. We will miss seeing Mom during football season with her candles burning, with her Troy Aikman posters and helmet, signed by Troy, as she watched the Cowboys play every season. She was a loyal Cowboy fan. All of her 15 grand children and 15 great grandchildren will miss her dearly. Private services are to be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Hospice of El Paso. Special thanks to Susana, Marie and Lucy. FLORES, MR. MIGUEL MICKEY 65, passed away Friday, June 21, 2002 in a local hospital. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso and a member of San Antonio Catholic Church. Mr. Flores was a Veteran of the U.S. Navy having served during the Korean Conflict. He retired as a Manager from Budweiser Beer Distributor after 22 years of service. Mr. Flores is survived by his loving wife, Maria Elena Flores. Son, Mike Flores. Daughters, Celia De Santiago, Rebecca Williams and Angie Paredes. 15 Grandchildren. 2 Great Grandchildren. Brothers, Pedro Flores, Carlos Flores and Daniel Flores. Sisters, Genoveva Villegas, Clara Escobedo, Faustina Chavana and Juana Finley. Visitation will be Monday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home. Recitation of the Rosary will be Monday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel-Carolina. Funeral Mass will be Tuesday at 9 a.m. at San Antonio Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Mike Flores, Mike De Santiago, Eddie De Santiago, Willie Williams, Ruben Marestein and Eduardo De Santiago. Interment will be in Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive. 598-3332. KILMER, GEORGE E. 75, passed away on Saturday, June 15, 2002. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso and graduated from Austin High School in 1942. He enlisted in the Navy, attended Millsaps College in Jackson, Mississippi and the University of Oklahoma. He enjoyed many careers in his lifetime including training race horses, banking and title insurance from which he retired. He is survived by long time companion, Averil Smith; Children, Rosanne and George Orona, Lynn and Richard Hamilton, Mark Kilmer, Gregg and Kathee Kilmer, Jennifer Kilmer, and husband, Stefan Happ and Leslie and Darrell Turner; grandchildren Tori and Chris Orona, Roberta Fernandez and Bailey Turner. A Memorial Service will be held at 10 am on Monday, June 24, 2002, at Sunset Funeral Home West, Chapel of Peace located at 480 N. Resler. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the American Cancer Society. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-West. NAVARRO JR., JORGE MANUEL 71, passed away on Friday, June 21, 2002. He was a lifelong El Paso resident. Left to cherish his memory is his beloved wife, Elvira Chacon Navarro; sons, Oscar Navarro, Jorge Carrasco; daughters, Lupe Pena, Diana Payan, Guadalupe Sanchez, Santa Sifuentes, Gloria Pearlsweig, Cecilia Sifuentes, Lorenza Archilla; 30 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; brother, Reynaldo Navarro; sisters, Cuca Rodriguez and Irene Melendez. Visitation is from 3-9 pm Monday, June 24, 2002, at Sunset Funeral Home-East, Chapel of Remembrance, with the recital of the rosary at 7pm. The Mass of the Resurrection will be said at 10 am Tuesday, June 25, 2002, at San Jose Mission, 8100 San Jose Rd. Interment will follow at Mount Carmel Cemetery. He was preceded in death by his father, Jorge A. Navarro Sr.; Mother, Anna Montes and son, Jorge Luis Navarro Jr. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-East. SALAS, JOSE M. 54, passed away Thursday, June 20, 2002, in a local hospital. Lifelong resident of El Paso. He was a decorated Vietnam Veteran, well known and respected throughout the community. His past professional memberships and affiliations extended to TCADA, Aliviane, Ysleta Del Sur Pueblo, El Paso Self Inc., Thomason Hospital, DHR, Founder of Centro Medico Del Valle, TX Assoc. of Community Health Centers, Region II Health Planning Assoc., Region Health Planning Advisory Committee, El Paso Health Task Force, El Paso Oral Health Commission, El Paso Aids Coalition, Region XIX Headstart Program Advisory Committee, TX Rural Primary Care Assoc., National Rural Primary Care Association, El Paso Alcohol & Substance Abuse Program Directors Consortium, Health & Human Services Region 9 & 10 Regional Advisory Committee, and W. TX State Agencies Roundtable Committee. Survived by wife Cruz; son Joe Jay Salas & wife Rebeca; daughter Elizabeth Salas & husband Jason McNeely; grandchildren Joseph Anthony Bermudez, Haley Jaye Salas, Brandon Salas-McNeely and Jayme Amber Salas; brothers Robert Villa Jr., Rudy and Roberto Villa; sisters Lydia Salas, Rachel Soliz, Maria Elena Valencia, Rachel Quintero and Patsy Rankin. Mr. Salas will lie in state Monday, June 24, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home Central. Funeral wake will be held at 7:00 p.m. Monday at Martin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held at 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 25, 2002 at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church. Burial at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. SPENCE, MARIE OLGA In loving memory of, born in Ettelbruck, Luxembourg, July 3, 1917 and died peacefully at home on June 19, 2002. Mom was a devoted mother whose generosity and love was our blessing. Her intelligence, wit, and fiery spirit charmed all those around her. Marie graduated from the Sorbonne in Paris in 1938 and became a member of the French Resistance during World War II. She spoke four languages and served as a translator for the American government after the war. A gifted writer, Marie became known for her passionate letters to the editor in the El Paso Times. She was a substitute teacher for many years at Eastwood High School and touched the lives of many students. She was our beloved mother and we will miss her very much. She is preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Spence. Marie is survived by a son, Joseph Spence; daughter Michele Spence and her husband Ken Marschall; daughter Kelly Spence and her husband Rick Hecker, and grandchildren Andrew Marschall, Kristin and Jackie Hecker. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the El Paso Rescue Mission. Memorial service will be held at 1:00 pm Monday, June 24, 2002 at Martin Funeral Home-East. June 24 2001 Return to top CORONA, ROBERT 79, passed away on Saturday, June 22, 2002. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. He was a retired Civil Service employee. Robert was a World War II veteran having served in the U.S. Army as a Sergeant. Preceded in death by his wife, Guadalupe Corona and is survived by his brothers, Fernando, Arturo and Carlos Corona and several nephews and nieces. Vigil will be on Monday, June 24, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. with the Wake Service at 7:30 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home-Central Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Tuesday, June 25, 2002 at 12:45 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Interment at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with Military Honors. SALAZAR, ABEL 53, went to be with our Lord on Friday, June 21, 2002. Mr. Salazar was longtime resident of El Paso and a Deacon at Vista Del Sol Baptist Church. He was also a veteran of the United States Air Force. He graduated from UTEP with a Bachelor Degree of Science and Criminal Justice. He retired as an assistant Chief Patrol Agent with the U.S. Border Patrol after 26 years of service. He is survived by his wife, Estella Salazar, his daughter, Rebekah Ann Salazar, one brother, and seven sisters. Visitation will be on Monday, June 24, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home East Chapel. A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, June 25, 2002 at 12:00 p.m. at Vista Del Sol Baptist Church. Burial will take place at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with military honors. Pallbearers will be provided by the U.S. Border Patrol. A special thanks to Dr. Jesus Gomez, Dr. and Mrs. KA C. Wong, family members and friends for their love and support. In lieu of flowers, donations and contributions may be made out to the American Cancer Society, 909 E. San Antonio, El Paso, Texas 79901. June 25 2001 Return to top HALL, DAVID ALAN 52, passed away Sunday June 23, 2002 following a battle with cancer. Preceding him in death was his mother, Elizabeth C. Hall, brother, Granville "Guy" Hall Jr., and sister, Sandra Lee Hall. Mr. Hall is survived by his son Joshua Hall of El Paso, father Granville Hall Sr. of El Paso, and sister Mary Sloan of Albuquerque, half sisters Nancy Monsivaiz of Las Cruces and Rebecca Hall of El Paso. Mr. Hall was a graduate of Eastwood High School in 1969. He served in the Navy for 18 months in Vietnam. He attended the Cebic School of Design in New York City and was a patternmaker and designer. A graveside service will be held Tuesday June 25, 2002 at 2:30 p.m. at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. Donations can be made to Hospice El Paso. Arrangements by Mt. Carmel Funeral Home. Deans, Johanna Catherine Goebel daughter of Frank Goebel and Theresa Scharfen Goebel. Born 1-14-20, Raeville, Nebraska. Lived in El Paso since 1954. Was preceded in death by her daughter Joanie. Survived by husband Major (Ret) Glen C. Deans, son Gerard "Bo" Deans, daughters LaVonne Griffin and Michelle Franklin, son-in-law Fred W. Griffin, six grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Visitation will be held at Sunset Funeral Home-NE located at 4631 Honda Pass, from 4 - 9 p.m. Tuesday, June 25, 2002, with a rosary to be recited at 7 p.m. Mass will be said at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 26, 2002 at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. Interment at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. **God saw that she was getting tired and a cure was not to be so he put his arms around her and whispered "Come home with me" with tearful eyes we watched her suffer and saw her fade away although we loved her dearly we could not make her stay her golden heart stopped beating her determined spirit is at rest God broke our hearts to prove to us he only takes the best our family has lost her temporarily, but God has gained an angel, for all eternity.** Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-Northeast. Matthews, Violet Marie 79, passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2002. She was a resident of El Paso since 1955. She was born in Hartman, Arkansas on November 28, 1922. She graduated as a registered nurse from the St. Edwards School of Nursing, Ft. Smith, Arkansas in 1944. She served in the United States Army as a 1st Lieutenant from 1945 to 1947, and as a Captain from 1948 to 1953. She was a veteran of the Korean War and World War II during which she received the United Nations Service Medal, the Korean Service Medal with Three Bronze Stars, the Army of Occupation Medal (Japan), the World War II Victory Medal, and the American Theater Ribbon. She was a head nurse in the Maternal and Child Health Nursing Section at William Beaumont General Hospital in El Paso, Texas. She retired from Civil Service after thirty years in 1980. She was preceded in death by her son Bobby G. Matthews. She is survived by her daughter, Cheryl Lynne Hoobler, grandchildren Tiffany Ruiz, William Hoobler, Jr., Mandilyn Matthews, and Jacquilyn Matthews, great-grandchildren Adrian Ruiz, Azsa Ruiz, and Anthony Ruiz, and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be private. In lieu of flowers please send memorial contributions to Hospice of El Paso. SHOWERY, REGAN ROBERT age 40, passed away Tuesday June 18, 2002. Regan now leaves family and friends filled with grief and sorrow. In high school, Regan was a starting tackle on the Quarter Finalist Coronado Team. His fearless, aggressive play made him a titan. At Tulane University, Regan was selected for Scholarship Studies in Russia and in Mongolia. He was a Magna Cum Laude - with honors graduate in the Class of 1986. Regan was a Classicist Historian, yet equally comfortable dealing with vintage automobiles. His dynamic intelligence and humor will long remain fresh in our memories. Regan brought into this life a unique sparkle of joy, spirit and brightness. Regan is survived by his son, Mateo Showery, of Taos, New Mexico and by his parents, Mrs. Jane Kirshenbaum and Dr. Raymond Showery, M.D. and by his brothers, Russell B. Showery, Randolph L. Showery and Roger A. Showery and by his sisters Mary Raelene Perea, Rachel Showery and Rebecca Showery. Funeral service will be held at First Christian Church at 9 am on Wednesday, June 26, 2002, Rev. Clark Ford will officiate. Interment will follow at Memory Gardens of the Valley. Pallbearers will be Randy Showery, Roger Showery, Wendell Holdler, Nick Perea, Philph Martin, Danny Pena. Honorary pallbearers Russell Showery. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-West. GUTIERREZ, MR. SALVADOR 77, passed away Sunday, June 23, 2002 in El Paso. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso and a member of St. Patrick Cathedral. Mr. Gutierrez was a Veteran of the U.S. Navy having served during World War II. He was a retired vending machine mechanic. Mr. Gutierrez is survived by his loving wife, Julieta Gutierrez. Daughters, Stella Gutierrez and Herllinda Gutierrez. Grandchildren, Jaime Salvador Lupercio, Michael Angel Gutierrez and Jennifer Sara Gutierrez. Brother, Ernesto Gutierrez. Sisters, Maria Tapia and Ofelia Gutierrez. Visitation will be Tuesday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Wednesday at 1 p.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. Members of the family will serve as Pallbearers. Interment will be in Evergreen East Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive. 598-3332. VELA, SALVADOR 76, passed away Sunday, June 23, 2002. Mr. Vela had been a life long resident of El Paso. He has been a builder in El Paso since 1954. Mr. Vela was a founder and former chairman of the Board of Continental Bank, and was currently a Director at State National Bank. He was very involved in various civil and social organizations. Mr. Vela was also a WWII Navy Veteran. He is survived by his loving wife Tencha Vela, son Joseph Vela, daughters Sandy Vela McClenaghan, Terri Vela Davidson and husband Philip, Lizette Vela Bogdan and husband Michael, sisters Jackie Nunez and Becky Flores, grandchildren Jason, and Travis McClenaghan, Jennifer, Corey, and Scott Davidson, Kelly, Shannon, and Troy Bogdan, four great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews and many cousins. Visitation was held on Tuesday, June 25, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home West. Wake was held on Tuesday, June 25, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home West. Funeral mass will be held on Wednesday, June 26, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Matthew Catholic Church, with Fr. Juvento Celino officiating. Pallbearers Philip Davidson, Michael Bogdan, Troy Bogdan, Corey Davidson, Scott Davidson, Jason McClenaghan, Travis McClenaghan, and Lee McClenahan. Honorary pallbearers Joe Alcantar, John Bailey, Ed Bogdan, Jack Cardwell, Chris Cummings, Philip Davidson Sr., Rene Diaz, Gustavo Flores, Bill Goldfarb, Homer Nunez, Henry Valdez, Henry Velasquez, Klaus Weimer, and Al Wilson. Interment will follow at Memory Gardens of Valley Cemetery. DAVIS Ralph Wayne Davis Sr., answered the Lord's calling to eternal rest on June 21, 2002. He was born in Cohoma, Texas 67 years ago on April 3, 1935. On his 16th birthday he was hauling a load of cattle from Big Springs to L.A. He nearly retired from VOPAK Chemical Co. His stature was tiny, but stood head and shoulders above the rest. His word was his bond as his many friends and family well knew. He was the best practical joker. Ralphie was the beloved husband of Marthajayne (Jaynie) Jones Davis, and beloved father to Ralph W. (Coco) Davis Jr., John Clay Davis, Chris Lyndsy Hayes, Candyee Leigh Gott-Floro, Cheryl Layne Frey-Hanna. He was a wonderful grandfather to Chelsea Davis, Cory Davis, Marcus Gott, Misty Gott and Zachary Hayes. He is sorely missed by his family, friends and co-workers. Ralph would be pleased if you donated to your favorite charity instead of flowers. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Funeral Service will be Thursday at 10 a.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Interment will be in Restlawn Memorial Park. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive 598-3332. June 26 2001 Return to top Fedako, Keathe B. went to her rest on June 17, 2002 at the age of 83. Born in Breslau Germany in 1919, she survived WWII to become a wonderful mother and dedicated Army wife. She was preceded in death by her husband, Stephen Fedako in 1997. Survivors include her son, Steve Fedako his wife Evelyn; grandsons Ryan and Dustin Fedako all of San Antonio, Texas; her sister Trautel Baumer and her husband Hans of Betzenweiler Germany; her sister Ruth Konig of Eystrup Germany; her brother Manfred Subke and his wife Lydia of Munderkingen Germany. A brief graveside service will be conducted on Thursday, June 27th, 2002 at the Ft. Bliss National Cemetery at 8:30 A.M. Lord, Bless and accept her. She will be missed. PROVENCIO, MANUEL VEGA 101, passed away Saturday, June 22, 2002 in a local hospital. He was a long time resident of El Paso and member of the Catholic Church. Preceded in death by his wife Isabel in 1994; brothers, Alejandro, Juan, Eligio, Pedro and Luis; and sisters, Francisca, Elisa, Serapia; Mr. Provencio is survived by sisters-in-law, Juana Provencio, Maria Provencio and Mercedes Provencio all from California. He is also survived by stepdaughters, Maria Licon and Ida Dominguez both from El Paso, Angelina Camacho and Helen Natividad; and stepsons, Daniel Martinez and Sotero Martinez also from El Paso; and niece Maria Elena Sierra from El Paso. Visitation is Thursday, June 27, 2002 from 5:00 until 9:00 p.m. at La Purisima Mission with a wake at 7:00 p.m. Funeral mass is Friday, June 28, 2002 at 9:00 a.m. a t La Purisima Mission. Burial will take place at Socorro Cemetery. Pallbearers are Luis Provencio, Manuel Provencio, Rafael Munoz, Frank Provencio, Leandro Sierra, Jr., Manuel Sierra. Honorary pallbearers Mike Sierra, Miguel Sierra, Richard Sierra, Hilario Sierra. VERA, PETE 77, entered eternal rest on Saturday, June 22, 2002. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso and was a Bowie High School graduate. Pete served his country as a Corporal in the U.S. Marine Corp. during World War II with Campaigns in South Pacific Theater, Okinawa, Bouginville, Saipin. He was among the first occupational patrol unit to enter Nagasaki. Pete was a life member of Coronado VFW Post #10326 and was a member of the D.A.V. He was a retired purchasing agent with El Paso Independent School District, and served as a volunteer for Del Sol Medical Center. Survived by his wife of 56 years, Socorro S. Vera; son, Pete H. Vera and his wife Joy B. Vera; brother, Apolonio "Poli" Vera Jr. and his wife, Cathy and their children, Bridgett and Matthew; sister, Mary B. Rayon and her husband, Art and their children, Art Jr. and Diane Sue. Visitation will be on Thursday, June 27, 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 Friday, June 28, 2002 at 9:30 a.m. at St. Pius X Catholic Church, Msgr. Arturo Banuelas officiating. Pallbearers, Pete H. Vera, Poli Vera, Art Rayon Jr., Diane Sue Rayon, Alice L. Rayon, Jesus Saenz and Don Peterson. Honorary pallbearers, Art Rayon Sr., Sam Lambert, Munday Marquez and Jose Triolo. Interment at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with military honors. June 27 2001 Return to top LUNA, ALICIA GUTIERREZ passed away Wednesday, June 26, 2002. Born in Mexico, she was a 60-year El Paso resident and dedicated her time to her family and her home. She is survived by her beloved husband of 55 years, Lorenzo V. Luna and several nieces and nephews. Visitation is from 4-9 pm Thursday at Sunset Funeral Home-East, Chapel of Peace, with the recital of the rosary at 7 pm. The Mass of the Resurrection will be said at 11:45 am Friday at Guardian Angel Catholic Church, 3021 Frutas. Interment will follow at Fort Bliss National Cemetery. She was preceded in death by her parents, German & Micaela H. Gutierrez. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home - East. McElroy, Nancy Lynn 38, Memorial Services: 11 a.m. Saturday June 29, 2002 at St. Paul Methodist church. Survived by Ted Vogel, children Carrie, Philip, and Joey Vogel, step daughters Ruth Ann & Donna Vogel, mother Diane McElroy, father & step mother Marvin & Marsha McElroy, sisters Diane McElroy and Lucy Paris, step sister Liz Shumpes, brothers, Marvin, Wayne and David McElroy, step brother Chris Haddad. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Paul United Methodist Church Youth Group in El Paso, who has always been there for the Vogel children. NAPOLES, ARTURO passed away peacefully on June 18, 2002 in Sunnyvale, California at age 89. Arturo now joins his beloved wife of 65 years, Maria Luisa who passed away in 1999, in eternal rest. He is survived by his four loving children: Arthur Napoles, of Mountain View, CA; Leticia Williams of Moss Beach, CA; Nora Smith of Sausalito, CA; and Robert Napoles M.D. of San Francisco, CA; as well as nine granddaughters and seven great grandchildren. Arturo's incredible devotion to and unyielding affection for his wife was among his many remarkable attributes. Friends and family loved Arturo for his wisdom, generous spirit, guidance, nostalgic story-telling and a unique ability to make friends with literally each and every acquaintance. Arturo was born in 1912 in San Francisco, but he spent his childhood years in El Paso, Texas and Chihuahua, Mexico. As a child in Chihuahua, Arturo lived with his grandmother. He had colorful memories there, both good and bad, which he often shared with his family. Because there was little money, Arturo resourcefully created fun by substituting oranges for basketballs and pieces of adobe for marbles. He attended Jesuit school there until the age of 13 and then reunited with his mother in El Paso, where she had been working to earn higher wages to support her son. It was then in El Paso that he met his beautiful wife, Maria Luisa, who would marry him after a 7 year courtship. Despite an impoverished childhood and a lack of higher education, Arturo had a successful career in El Paso, working at the U.S. Customs Office where he served for 25 years as a high ranking officer and at the Government Employees Credit Union where he worked for 21 years as a Vice President and Director. He retired from from both posts in 1970. Arturo's eldest son and daughter both became executives of the Aerospace industry, his younger son became a physician and his younger daughter became a bank manager. Arturo will be laid to rest in private family service on Friday, June 28 at Holy Cross Cemetery in Colma, CA. RIHA, JOHN H. 82, passed away Sunday, June 23, 2002 peacefully in his home with family. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso and was a retired Army Staff Sergeant. He served in World War II and the Korean War. He was awarded the Bronze Star, the Purple Heart, the Good Conduct Medal, the Presidential Unit Emblem, the American Defense Service Medal, the European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal with Arrowhead and Silver Star, the World War II Victory Medal, the Army of Occupation Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Service Medal with four Bronze Stars, the United Nations Service Medal, the Combat Infantryman Badge, the Republic Presidential Unit Citation Badge and the Presidential Unit Emblem. Mr. Riha is survived by his loving wife, Carmen Riha, and step-children, Angel Santiago, Carmen Aguilar, Marianno Santiago, Edwin Santiago and Raymond Santiago. Grandchildren, Helena Lozada, Michael Aguilar, David Aguilar, Carlos Lozada, Jessica Webber, Jason Santiago and Johnny Angel Santiago, two great-grandchildren, Sabastian Blanchard and Christian Aguilar, sister, Velesta Mraz. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5 pm until 9 pm at Sunset Funeral Home-N.E. located at 4631 Hondo Pass. Rosary will also be on Wednesday June 26, 2002 at 7 pm at the Funeral Home Chapel. Graveside service will be on Thursday June 27, 2002 at 10 am at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with full military honors. Special appreciation to Odyssey Hospice Group. STEVENS, WHITNEY 67, born October 20, 1934 passed away in his home June 22, 2002 in Humble, TX after a brief battle with cancer. Survivors include his wife, Mary Frances and his children GayLynne Going, her husband Larry, Whitney Dean Stevens, his wife Beth, Michelle Greenwood and her husband Ken; his brothers David Stevens, Terry Stevens, Gary Dominguez and his sister Frances Walker. Whitney graduated from Austin High School in 1954. He retired from El Paso Natural Gas Co. after 30 years of service. He was a wonderful grandfather to Lauren Patterson, Christopher Richardson, Ryan and Kaitlin Stevens, Caeden Greenwood, and Bailey Going. Whitney was a kind and gentle man with a patience that was beyond anyone's understanding. He will truly be missed. Services will be Thursday June 27 at 2 pm at Restlawn Funeral Home followed by the burial at Restlawn Memorial Park. June 28 2001 Return to top CHAVEZ, RICHARD was born June 18, 1966 - May 4, 2002, El Paso, TX. Richard is survived by his mother Della Lopez, brother Gilbert Lopez, daughter McLinda Marie Chavez and niece, Alyassa Abeigal Lopez, and several aunts, uncles, and cousins and a grandfather John B. Torres. Richard was called by heavenly father, to join his father, Alfredo R. Chavez (Freddy) who passed away Dec. 18, 1966. A memorial service will be held with a mass on Monday, July 1, 2002 at 9:00 am at Sacred Heart Church, 602 S. Oregon St. Graveside service 10:00 am after mass at Mount Carmel Cemetery, 401 Zaragosa Rd. Richard will be missed deeply by family and friends. JEAN, DAVID A. Master Sergeant E7, 83, passed away on Tuesday, June 18, 2002, born in Houston, Miss. on October 16, 1918. He was preceded in death by his wife Lyndal R. Jean. Mr. Jean is survived by his sister Mackey Hunt of Memphis, Tenn., his daughters Barbara Cawthon and husband Billy of Lebanon, Tenn., Kathrine Jean Olson and Margaret Louise Jean both of Harrisburg, PA. He is also survived by his step children: Jimmy McDaniel and wife Bonnie of El Paso, Annis Lee and husband George of Brenham, Texas, Jannis Stuckmayer and husband Allen of Pierz, MN, Sharon Frieda and husband Wayne of Bay City, TX and Richard McDaniel and wife Becky of Lubbock, TX. There are 10 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren and 5 nieces. Jean (as he was known throughout his live) was a Retired Master Sergeant (E7) of the U.S. Army. A member of Veterans of Foreign Wars and National Assoc. for Uniformed Services. He served in the W.W. II and the Korean War. After retiring he worked for The Post Office for 39 years, was a member in good standing of The American Postal Workers Union. He was a volunteer for th Eastside Chapter of The AARP and a 22 year member of The Elks Lodge #187. Visitation with friends and family will be held on Friday, June 28th at Restlawn Funeral Home, 4848 Alps from 4 :00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with funeral service at Restlawn Mausoleum Chapel, 8700 Dyer at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday the 29th with full military honors. Memorial contributions can be made to the National Cancer Society. OLAGUE, MARTA 54, was called to her rightful place with Our Lord on Tuesday June 25, 2002. Marta retired from AT&T and was an avid Dallas Cowboy fan. She is survived by sons Lee Michael Hernandez and Derek Hernandez, parents Mary and Rodolfo Olague, sisters Sylvia Olague-Lopez, Rosemary Vega, nephew Danny Menendez, nieces Jackie Lopez Duran, Iris Vega, and brother-in-law Frank Lopez. Special thanks to her friends Randy Delgado, Diane and Bob Thomas of Phoenix, Arizona and Pug Rosson. Visitation will be held on Saturday June 29, 2002 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm with a prayer service at 11:00 am at Mt. Carmel Funeral Home located at 1755 N. Zaragosa. June 29 2001 Return to top GOMEZ, ANDRES "CHITO" 73, passed away Tuesday, June 25, 2002 in El Paso. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Gomez was a Veteran of the U.S. Army having served during World War II. He retired as a Truck Driver for Tri-State Wholesale Grocery. Mr. Gomez is survived by his wife Rosa Gomez. Sons, Richard Gomez, Fernando Gomez and Eduardo Gomez. Daughters-in-law, Hope Gomez, Adela Gomez and Pat Avila Gomez, 13 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Visitation will be Sunday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home - Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Sunday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Monday at 9:45 a.m. at San Antonio Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Richard Gomez, Fernando Gomez, Eduardo Gomez, Rick Morales, Willie Gomez and Billy Gomez. Interment will be in Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive. 598-3332 LAMM, J T former professor of Religious Education at the International Baptist Bible Institute in El Paso, passed away June 12, 2002 in San Angelo. He was born November 13, 1919 in Greenville, Texas. J T was part of the first faculty at the International Baptist Bible Institute in El Paso and was a member of the faculty for 24 years. He also served as Minister of Education at Skyline Baptist Church in El Paso. He is survived by his wife Clarice (Jernigan). Memorials may be to IBBI, 1201 A Hawkins Blvd, El Paso, TX 79925. MATTOX, LORANN MAYS Beloved wife, devoted mother, community leader and friend to all who knew her, 57, passed away on June 26, 2002. Lorann was a lifelong resident of El Paso and is survived in death by her husband of over 35 years, former El Paso County Judge, Charles W. "Chuck" Mattox, by her daughter, Autumn Virginia Mattox of Dallas, and by her son, Charles W. "Chuck" Mattox, Jr. She was preceded in death by her son Thomas Matthew "Matt" Mattox and daughter Katherine Harvey Mattox and also by her parents, Virginia Cross Mays, who served as the Assistant Society Editor for the El Paso Herald Post and Tom Mays, former County Commissioner, Precinct Four. Mrs. Mattox's many achievements began with her graduation from El Paso High School in 1962 after which she attended the University of Mississippi in Oxford and Texas Western College (the University of Texas at El Paso), here she was a member of the Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority. Lorann Mays Mattox was a beauty queen at both University of Mississippi and at Texas Western College. She also served as president of her flight attendant class with American Airlines. She was truly loved by the community and enjoyed the work she did as manager of Cross Nursery and Tom Mays Garden Mart. Lorann Mattox also received recognition for her beauty, reigning as Fabens Cotton Queen and as a model at the White House Department Store. Her many contributions to the community include membership in the Women's Department of the El Paso Chamber of Commerce at the age of 19, and in 1973-1974, she served as Chairman Director. Later she became instrumental in the establishment of the Women's Department of the Chamber of Commerce in Albuquerque. She was also an active member of the Junior League of El Paso and the El Paso Symphony Guild and erved on the Board of Directors for the Southwestern International Livestock Show and Rodeo. Also of note in a lifetime of community involvement are her instrumentality in erecting the 25-foot Obelisk Monument in Tom Lea Park, which serves as the designation of the southern most tip of the Rocky Mountains, and for the building of the rock wall surrounding Concordia Cemetery. Lorann Mattox was the chairwoman for the Swine Flu Immunization Program and was a dedicated volunteer at the Newark Maternity Hospital and at the Houchen Center. In 1973, she was named one of the Outstanding Women in America for her civic work. Memorial service will be at 1 P.M. on Saturday June 29, 2002 at St. Clement's Episcopal Pro-Cathedral with the Very Reverend Philip Jones officiating. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Clement's Episcopal Pro-Cathedral Church or Hospice of El Paso. June 30 2001 Return to top MATTOX, MRS. FRANCES MATTOX, 2, passed away Friday, June 28, 2002 in a local hospital. She was a longtime resident of El Paso and a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Butler was preceded in death by her husband, Claude W. Butler Sr. She is survived by her son, Claude W. Butler Jr., Daughters, Gloria Jane Schalow, Anna Marie Deloach and April Benitez. 11 Grandchildren. 6 Great Grandchildren. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home-Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Wednesday at 12 noon at Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church. Members of the family will serve as Pallbearers. Interment will be in Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive. 598-3332. CHAVEZ, RICHARD was born June 18, 1966 - May 4, 2002, El Paso, TX. Richard is survived by his mother Della Lopez, brother Gilbert Lopez, daughter McLinda Marie Chavez and niece, Alyassa Abeigal Lopez, and several aunts, uncles, and cousins and a grandfather John B. Torres. Richard was called by heavenly father, to join his father, Alfredo R. Chavez (Freddy) who passed away Dec. 18, 1966. A memorial service will be held with a mass on Monday, July 1, 2002 at 9:00 am at Sacred Heart Church, 602 S. Oregon St. Graveside service 10:00 am after mass at Mount Carmel Cemetery, 401 Zaragosa Rd. Richard will be missed deeply by family and friends. GALARZA, DAVID 16, passed away Friday, June 21, 2002. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. David was a student at Americas High School. He is survived by his beloved family, his parents, Lorenzo Galarza and Martha P. Galarza. Brother, Gerardo Galarza. Sister, Mariel Galarza and grandparents, uncles, aunts, cousins and friends which will remember him with love. 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 Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church. Members of the family will serve as pallbearers. Family requests white or light color attire to be worn. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Dr. 598-3332. HERRERA, IRENE 54, passed away June 26, 2002 in a local hospital. She was a lifelong resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mrs. Herrera was a cashier for Smith's Bakery. She is survived by her son Alfred Herrera. Mother, Trinidad Herrera. Brothers, Pascual Vasquez, Manuel Herrera, Alfredo Herrera, Eduardo Herrera and David Herrera. Sisters, Rose Silva, Juana Herrera, Maria Escarzaga, Sofia Garza, Gloria Luna, Julie Caldera and Trini Ramirez. 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 12 noon at San Antonio Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Alfred Herrera, Pascual Vasquez, Alfredo Herrera, Eduardo Herrera, David Herrera and Manuel Herrera. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive. 598-3332. HORWITZ, HARVEY passed away June 18, 2002 at his home in Oak Park, Michigan. Services and burial were at Hebrew Memorial Chapel on June 20, 2002. He is survived by his wife Sue and her 3 children. He is also survived by his daughter Lisa Mitchell and grandchildren Autumn & T.J. Mitchell of El Paso, and by his son Dr. Lee Horwitz of Oakdale, California. PHILLIPS, LUCILLE C. 96, passed away on April 11, 2002 in Las Vegas, NV. She was born to William H. & Lily Cook on June 18, 1905 in Tularosa, NM. She married James M. Phillips of Deming, NM and they resided in Separ, NM as ranchers. They moved to El Paso in 1955. She and her husband were founding members of the El Paso Rose Society. Known by the family as Gi Gi, Lucille taught piano in El Paso for over 20 years. She loved her music and left a legacy of the students she taught. She spent her retirement years growing roses and vegetables in her gardens. She is preceded in death by her husband James M. "Cap" Phillips, her daughter Allene "Babe" Miller, son-in-law Orville L. Miller, brother William H. Cook, grandson James Miller, great-grandson Frederic Armstrong. She is survived by a grand daughter Carolyn Armstrong & husband Thomas, great-grand daughters Tracy Spigener and husband Raymond Shari Armstrong, great-grandson Shane Armstrong, great-great grand daughters Sierra & Miranda Spigener, great-great grandson Raymond Spigener all of Las Vegas, NV, and a niece Dianne Warren of El Paso. She was interred in Memory Gardens in Las Vegas, NV. REYES, JORGE 46, passed away Sunday, June 23, 2002. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso and was a member of the Catholic Church. Mr. Reyes graduated from Burges High School in 1974 and was a 15 year Veteran of the U.S. Army. He is survived by his longtime companion, Susan Wakeford. Son, Nicolas Benedict Reyes. Parents, Ramon and Adela Reyes. Brothers, Angel A. Reyes and wife Mary and David Reyes. Sister, Yvonne Reyes Mott and husband Paul. Mr. Reyes is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Tuesday from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home-Carolina. Recitation of the Rosary will be uesday at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Chapel. Funeral Mass will be Wednesday at 9:45 a.m. at Santo Niņo Catholic Church. Family and friends will serve as Pallbearers. "Querido Hijo, Quizas harias muchas cosas diferentemente, pero nunca to amaria menos, ni me sentiria menos feliz de tener un hijo como tu." Tus Padres. Interment will be in Fort Bliss National Cemetery. Directed by HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME. 1060 Carolina Drive. 598-3332 SHAW, BARBARA JEAN DUNGAN passed away on June 27, 2002 at the age of 72, a lifelong resident of El Paso. She was a real estate agent for 27 years. Mrs. Shaw was a wonderful, loving mother and wife. Survived by her husband of 50 years, Calvin Shaw and also by her children Judy, Calvin and Robert, her brother Jack and his wife Peggy. She had 8 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. You will be missed. Visitation for Mrs. Shaw will be held Sunday, June 30, 2002 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Restlawn Funeral Home, 4848 Alps Dr., with a funeral service on Monday, July 1, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. Burial will be at Restlawn Memorial Park.