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Birthday
Wydell Wicker Wydell Wicker celebrated her 100th birthday on July 5th, 2009. She was born in Pineville, Mississippi on July 6th, 1909, and moved to El Paso in 1936, which has continued to be her home. She was married to Carl Wicker, deceased, for 57 years, and has one daughter and son in law, Carol and Walt McCauley. The love of her life is her three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She has been an active member of Grace Methodist Church for many years. Some of her early memories are living on a farm in Mississippi as a small girl, going to church in a surrey (wagon), and seeing hams smoked in the smokehouse. She says a lot of things have happened in the last 100 years and she has enjoyed every year.
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Congratulations
Mrs. Thomas
Birthday David Herrera To the man with a HEART
Mrs. Thomas has retired after 35 years of loyal faithful
of gold, Thank you for
and dedicated service with the El Paso
being you and everything
Independent School District.Irma Ortega Thomas
you do!
has retired from the El Paso Independent School District as an administrator. Having started her
Happy Birthday, I love you
career as a classroom teacher in 1974, Mrs. Thomas
forever and a million days.
has taught at several EPISD elementary schools.
Jackie
She obtained her Master of Education degree from Sul Ross State University and became an administrator and Assistant Principal at Douglass elementary school. She has been the Principal of Paul C. Moreno Elementary school since 2001. Paul C. Moreno Elementary School has recently achieved academic recognition as a
Anniversary
Texas Recognized School.
Mr. and Mrs. Gregory
Coy and Frances Gregory celebrated
Her husband is very proud of her and submits this
their 60th Wedding
congratulatory acknowledgement to her.
Anniversary June 18th,
CONGRATULATIONS IRMA ON A JOB
2009 at the Santa Teresa Country Club, with
WELL DONE!!
family & friends. They were married June 18th, 1949 in Anadarko, Oklahoma.
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Quinceañera
Congratulations
Gabriela
Andrea Lynn Shaw
Andrea Lynn Shaw PA-C We thank our AWESOME God for you’re an angel from
The University Of Texas Health Science Center at San
above. You’re the miracle God sent to us 15 years ago
Antonio school of Health Professionals awarded the
and we have been blessed. May God continue to guide
degree of Master of Physician Assistant on May 23,
you and protect you as you enter your adolescence and
2009. We are so very proud of your dedication and
adulthood. Happy 15th Birthday, Gabriela!
accomplishments. Special thanks to Dr. Guggedahl, Dr. Tremper and Dr. Manuel Borrego for their
Love you now and forever,
encouragements and inspirations.
Daddy and Momma
All our love, The Molina and Segura families and your proud parents Henry and Yolanda Shaw
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Birthday
Birthday
Sofia Marisol Avila
Adrienne Elaine Gil
Happy 1st Birthday Sofia!
Happy 17th Birthday!
July 14, 2009
God Bless you now and
Your tender smile warms
forever. We love you
our hearts.
very much.
You’ve filled our year with extra love, joy and fun.
Mom, Dad and Sister
Hugs and kisses!
Danny
Mommy, Daddy, and your
(Mary & Oscar)
big brother Miguel Angel Grandparents Jesus & Maria Perez Love you always!
WEDDING
Ali Rachelle Duffel & Christopher Patrick Neuman
Ali Rachelle Duffel and Christopher Patrick Neumann were married June 27, 2009, at Infant Jesus Catholic Church, Lumberton, Texas. Ali, daughter of Albert Duffel and the late Teresa Duffel of Sour Lake, has a BS in Renewable Natural Resources from Texas A&M (2005) and a MS in Rangeland Ecology & Management (2008). She works in Houston for SWCA. Christopher, the son of Gerard and Sharon Neumann of El Paso, has a BS in Biomedical Science from Texas A&M (2006) and attends Baylor College of Medicine. Maid of honor was Amy Duffel. Bridemaids were Emily and Mikaela Neumann, Bonnie Diedzic, Amber Powell, Amy Sanderson, Camille Schroder and Melissa Schell. Best man was Andy Gutierrez. Groomsmen were Anthony and Nicholas Neumann, Christopher Duffeel, Marc and Reid Schroder, Troy Perales and Eric Robles. Avery Jones was the flower girl. Nicholas Neumann Jr. was ring bearer. The couple honeymooned in Napa Valley.
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Congratulations
BIRTHDAY
Caitlin
Nicole Alexis Espinosa
Nicole Alexis Espinosa Happy 15th Birthday July 20th Baby, we can still remember the day you were born, feels like only yesterday. You’re growing up so fast. Nikki, keep aiming high for your dreams. This is only the beginning of many accomplishments you shall triumph. We will Caitlin, Congratulations on your recent graduation. Good
always be there for you. May you treasure and
luck at Colorado State, Pueblo. Kick butt and make us proud
remember this day forever. We are so proud of you and
Guera!
love you very much. Happy Birthday!
Love,
Love always your,
Dad, Mom, Jessica, Mandy and Jacob
Dad, Mom, little sister Serena and of course Sweety
Birthday
Toad Wilson
95? Really?! Happy Birthday Toad Wilson! Toad Wilson celebrated his 95th birthday this past weekend, with family at his home in Cottonwood Canyon. Yup, he is still using the self-propelled lawnmower the family gave him for his 90th birthday and the computer he received for his 93rd birthday. On his own at age 15 at the start of the depression, Toad worked, saved and kept the bills paid. He and his brother Jack took care of their mother, younger brother and several nieces and nephews. He retired from Standard Oil of El Paso. We love you and are so proud of the man you are and all that you have accomplished!
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Engagement
Armendariz & Casiano
One day a boy from El Paso named Michael Casiano met a girl from El Paso named Jacqueline Armendariz. They fell in love after lots of romancing, dancing and star glancing... Then, not too much later, they heard a call from the Big Guy upstairs to get married. As time passed, the two finished school first, worked hard at their jobs and began to plan a wedding for August 8, 2009 at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in El Paso. Jacqueline, the daughter of the magnificent Rosalinda and Gilberto Armendariz, went to school at NMSU after graduating from Coronado High School in 2005. NMSU rewarded her with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism and Mass Communications in 2008. She has worked for MediaNews Group since 2007. Michael, the son of the lovely Mary and Charles Casiano, went to Eastwood High School and graduated in 2001. From there, he built his career as a professional and studied for an Associate’s Degree in Business Management, graduating from EPCC in 2008. Since 2007, he has worked for AT&T. And so their story begins ... “Set me as a seal on your heart, as a seal on your arm. For stern as death is love, relentless as the netherworld is devotion; its flames are a blazing fire.” - Song of Solomon 8:6 8
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Birthday
Wedding
Christopher Devin Felix
Flores-Alvarado
THE BIG “10” Christopher Devin Felix “Happy Birthday” Love, Emily and Dad
Wedding
Jason & Jami
Rafael H. Flores and Emma Cuellar-Flores are pleased to announce the marriage of their daughter Marissa Ann to Josue, son of Rosa Elena and Arturo Alvarado. Josue and Marissa were married on Saturday June 6, 2009 in an intimate ceremony surrounded by close family members and friends. Their families would like to wish them happiness, many blessings, and success in their new life together as husband and wife
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Congratulations
Alexandria Melendez
Alexandria Melendez is a recent UTEP graduate. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree with majors in microbiology and applied mathematics and a minor in chemistry. Allie graduated magna cum laude with an honors certificate and was profiled during the commencement ceremony. Allie is currently enrolled at Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois, where she is pursuing her MD and PhD degrees. Her 7 years of study are funded by the National Institute of Health. Allie is the daughter of Rick and Teresa Melendez of El Paso. She has a younger brother, John, who is also a Coronado graduate and in the ARMY Reserves. Allie enjoyed her 4 years at UTEP and hopes to come home and give back to her community. She misses the people and its great Mexican food.
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Birthday
Anniversary
Christopher Lee Perez
Lordy , lordy, ,
Congratulations
look who’s 30!
Henry and Terry Masterson on
Happy Birthday from all of
your 25th Wedding
your family. Wishing you
Anniversary.
the best and may all of
May God continue to bless your
your dreams come true!
lives with love and happiness
Love,
and may you always know how
Mom, Dad, Grandma and brother
Birthday
Henry & Terry Masterson
very special you are. The Rodriguez Family
Noah
Happy 12th Birthday Noah We just can’t believe that you are 12 years old today! You’ve grown up right before our very eyes and we couldn’t be prouder of you. Now starting middle school and getting ready for your big trip to Washington- we know that there are only great things ahead for you. Remember- keep God first in your life and everything else will fall into place. Happy Birthday Big Kid! We love you, Mom, Dad, Zach, Grandpa, Grandma 1 and Grandma 2
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Events/locations: The Military Order of the World Wars honored one of its members on his 104th birthday. Willie Kucera celebrated his birthday with a reception at The Great American Land & Cattle Company Steakburger Restaurant. Kucera is still active in the organization and is its oldest member. People: 1. (left to right) Willie Kucera. 2. (left to right) Sugar Hayden, Buster Hayden and Mary Schwab. 3. (left to right) Eileen Keelan and Tom Manning. 4. (left to right) David C. Thackston and Roy E. Gray. 5. (left to right) Mimi Thackston, Trich and Pat Espinoza.
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