Obituaries

It is with a heavy but grateful heart that we announce the passing of Lupe Vega, who left us peacefully surrounded by her three children (Henry, Rose, and Cynthia) on September 30 at the well-celebrated age of 90. After a brief battle with cancer, she is now in the loving arms of the One True Living Christ and reunited with her beloved husband, Alberto Vega, who she was married to for 62 wonderful years.

It is with our deepest sorrow and heaviest of hearts that we share the news of the passing of our beautiful Eloisa E. Celaya, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, sister, and friend whose presence graced our lives in countless ways.

Manuela Armendariz, a cherished homemaker and beloved matriarch, passed away peacefully on September 19 in Alpine at the age of 81. Born in Mexico on December 18, 1942, Manuela dedicated her life to her family, nurturing them with love and warmth throughout

Arthur “Art” David Dreyfus III was born on October 8, 1948, in Queens, Long Island, NY, and died on August 16, in Little Rock, Arkansas, leaving behind a legacy of love and courage. He was preceded in death by his father, Arthur “Jiggs” David Dreyfus II; mother, Florence Dreyfus; sister, Joan Watson; and brother, Michael Dreyfus.

Patricia Rose Manning, loved and respected by many, died on Sunday, September 8. Patty has been described as fiercely kind, a rapt storyteller, hilarious, patient, magical, a wonderful cook, an actress, an artist, a teacher, passionate, amazing, a mentor, a friend, talented, special, an amazing listener, fair-minded, empathetic, intelligent, brave, and one of the “Moms.” She will be dearly missed and never forgotten.

Maria Antonia (Toni) Dominguez of Marfa passed away Wednesday, September 4, after a long battle with cancer. She was born on April 16, 1945, to Cresencio and Hortencia Jurado of Marfa. She was the oldest of nine children. She attended Blackwell School as a child until the family moved to El Paso. She graduated from Bel Air High School and was a member of the National Honor Society. She married Manuel Dominguez on February 13, 1965, and moved back to Marfa. She worked at Vizcaino’s Department Store for several years. Toni then worked at St. Mary’s Catholic School before going to Marfa ISD as a librarian. Toni and Manuel had two children, Aurora Hernandez (Tony) and Albert Dominguez (Lyra), both of Marfa. She had two grandchildren, Christopher Dominguez of Odessa and Coy Dominguez of San Antonio, and five great- grandchildren.

For friends and family of Peter W. Woodruff who passed away July 1, please join us for a Memorial Service to celebrate Pete’s life. We will gather on Saturday, September 14 at 3 p.m. at Alpine Memorial Funeral Home at 209 W Sul Ross Ave, Alpine.

Hallien Hart Stewart, a cherished soul whose warmth and kindness brightened the lives of many, passed away on September 8 in Terlingua at the age of 64. Born on January 24, 1960, in the vibrant city of Austin, Hallien’s life was a testament to love, compassion, and unwavering devotion.

Sue Bradford Anthony, 77, passed away on Saturday, June 8, in Austin after a battle with metastatic breast cancer. Sue was born in Alpine on October 28, 1946. Sue graduated from Alpine High School and attended Sul Ross State University. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Art from the University of Texas of the Permian Basin. Before moving to Austin, Sue was a member of the Highland Methodist Church in Odessa and completed the Walk to Emmaus in 2000 to become a member of the Odessa De Dolores Rama Group. Sue began her career as a commercial artist for Price Womack and continued working as a commercial artist for PIP Printing, The Odessa American, and Odessa College. Sue decided to share her knowledge as one of the originating instructors at the ECISD Career Center. Sue became an Alpha Sigma Lambda Sorority member while teaching and attending school to receive her teaching certificate. She and her students were very active in the SkillsUSA programs, and both she and her students received many accolades during their competitions. She touched too many hearts to count and helped countless teenagers navigate through troubled times. She will be forever missed. Survivors include her sister-in-law, Mary Bradford of Monahans; daughter, Rebecca White of Lubbock; son, Billy Gibson, Jr. of Phoenix, Arizona; daughter, Modelle Gonzalez and husband, Vince Gonzalez, of Austin; daughter, Rachel Anthony of Portland, Oregon; grandchildren, Alexandria Stowers of Lubbock; Emily Marichalar and husband, Chris Kubala, of San Marcos; great-children, Delilah and Natalie Kubala of San Marcos; Jay Stowers of Lubbock; and many nieces, nephews, cousins. A private family burial will be held in Alpine at the Elm Grove Cemetery on September 28. A public Celebration of Life for Sue is planned for the same day, beginning at 1 p.m. at the Cactus Rose house on Cabell Drive in the Alpine Country Club Estates.

Juan “Johnny” O. Serrano, a cherished member of the Marfa community, passed away peacefully on August 26 in his hometown of Marfa. Born on December 27, 1934, Juan dedicated his life to his family and work, impacting those who were fortunate enough to know him.