Recent Obituaries

Jan 18, 2022

Israel Q. Rangel (known as Racas by many) was called by the Lord on January 18, 2022 in Van Horn Texas.  He was surrounded by all his children at the time.  He was born to Angel Rangel and Esther Quintana on February 20, 1945, in Mexico.

He was preceded in death by the love of his life...

Dec 29, 2021

IN LOVING MEMORY OF CARLOS GRANADOS

Dear brother, your memory will never fade.

Carlos was a fun, loving dad, son, brother, uncle, and friend.  He loved spending time with family.  He enjoyed his kids every minute and loved them very much.  He enjoyed spending time with his brother, Juan Granados, and talking about his father’s...

Dec 8, 2021

With profound sadness we announce the passing of Virginia O. Mendoza, our loving and devoted mother, grandmother, and friend to all whose lives she touched.  She passed away in El Paso, Texas at Del Sol Medical Center.  Virginia was born on March 12, 1951, in Las Cruces, New Mexico to Celestino and Rita Ortega.

On December 8,...

Dec 3, 2021

Jane T. Pena, age 84 passed away on Friday December 3, 2021, in Van Horn, Texas.  She was born on August 20,1937 in Valentine, Texas to Louis Carrasco Tarin and Isadora Sanchez.  Jane was a beautiful, strong, gentle, hardworking lady, who was caring and elegant.  She loved to spend time with family and friends, laughing, sharing, and listening to...

Nov 10, 2021

On November 10, 2021, Merced Pantoja Nunez passed away peacefully in her sleep. She was 81 years old. Merced was the mother of four children, nine grandchildren, and fourteen great-grandchildren. She was born in Valentine, Texas and moved to Van Horn, Texas where she spent most of her life. In 2002, she moved to Midland, Texas. Merced always provided...

Nov 5, 2021

Joe Bob Jolly was born May 10th, 1966 to Joan and Eddie Bob Jolly in Brownfield, TX.  He gained his wings and won the race in El Paso, TX on November 5th, 2021.  Joe Bob spent most of his life in Brownfield, where he graduated high school in 1984.

Joe Bob married the love of his life...

Oct 6, 2021

Norma Jean Carrasco was born July 12, 1967, in Portales, New Mexico to Jose Trinidad Carrasco and Celia Torres Carrasco. She passed away October 6, 2021, surrounded by her two children, her mother, her brothers and sisters. Norma was a lifelong resident of Van Horn, TX. Norma loved to spend time with her son Cody and daughter Shannon, all...

Sep 19, 2021

Ruben Gomez “Chapo” age 66 passed away in Van Horn, Texas on September 19, 2021. Chapo was born on November 19, 1954 to Fabian and Maria Gomez in El Paso, Texas. He was a lifelong resident of Van Horn and a Van Horn High School Graduate. He enjoyed working with cars, his specialty was bodywork. His passion was reading,...

Sep 14, 2021

Javier Mendoza a lifelong resident of Van Horn, Tx, entered eternal life on Tuesday, September 14,2021.

Javier was born to Victor and Manuela Mendoza on December 8, 1961 in Van Horn, Tx.

Javier was a retired Border Patrol agent of 30 years and was currently serving as the County Commissioner of Precinct 1.  He spent...

Sep 9, 2021

Gisela Johanna Helene Fischer Heath, age 85, passed away on September 9, 2021, in Van Horn, Texas. Gisela was born on October 20, 1935, in Ratibor/Oberschlesien, which is currently in Poland. She was the daughter of Friedrich August Ludwig Fischer and Margarete Hoerike Fischer. Gisela grew up in Nurnberg, Germany, where her two brothers still reside.

Gisela's...

Sep 5, 2021

Cruz Mendez, age 95 died on Sept 5, 2021, in Van Horn, Texas. A veteran of World War II, he received a letter of commendation by President Harry S. Truman.

Cruz was born on May 3,1926 in Van Horn, TX to Jose and Maria B. Mendez. At the age of 17, he joined the United Sates Navy...

Aug 27, 2021

Trinidad Flores Urías, called “Mama Trine” by her grandchildren, was called by the Lord on August 27, 2021, in Midland, TX, peacefully surrounded by loved ones.

Pallbearers will be Jesus Urias Jr., Dominic Fuentes, Juan Murillo Jr., Azaiah Cadenas, Joaquin Carrasco, Chris Becerra, Valentin Urías, Nathen Brown, Urbano Melendez and Abel Flores. Honorary pallbearers will...

Jul 2, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for Albert Olivas. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jun 30, 2021

Donald Riddle "Bubba" Heath, age 89, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2021, in his home in Van Horn, Texas, with his family by his side. Born in El Paso, Texas on September 28, 1931, Bubba was the son of John Thomas Heath and Hazel Armstrong Heath.  He was a lifelong resident of Van Horn.  Bubba attended school in...

Apr 25, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for Teresa "Tita" (Lopez) Lopez. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Apr 23, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for Erica M. Garcia. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Apr 8, 2021

María Elena Urías, 67, was born in Porvenir, Tx and a longtime resident of Van Horn, Tx gained her wings on Thursday, April 8, 2021.

Visitation will be held from 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM on Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at Heritage Funeral Home. Mass will be at 10:00 AM at the Van Horn Cemetery Gazebo, with...

Apr 5, 2021

Lupe L. Acosta, 54, was called to heaven on April 5, 2021. Lupe was born on July 28, 1966 to Antonio and Maria de Socorro Lopez in Van Horn, TX.

Visitation for Lupe will be held on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm at Heritage Funeral Home in Van Horn, Texas. ...

Mar 29, 2021

Michael L. Schulze was born on January 1, 1963 in Atlanta, Georgia to Miles and Gaynelle (Babb) Schulze. Mike attended Lake Highlands High School in Dallas and Sam Houston State University, where he was a proud member of the Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity.

Growing up in Dallas, Mike was a faithful member of Emanuel Lutheran Church where...

Feb 21, 2021

Concepcion “Chona” Benavidez a lifelong resident of Van Horn, Texas closed her eyes to her earthly home on Sunday, February 21st, 2021 in El Paso, Texas with the love of Jesus Christ and her beloved family in her heart. Chona waw 81.

Chona was born on December 8th, 1939 in Van Horn, Texas to Natividad Navarette and...