Graciela "Cici" Citlali-Tonanzin Sahs, age 26, of El Paso, Texas, passed away on Friday, July 4, 2025. Cici was a radiant light in the lives of those who knew her—kind-hearted, free-spirited, and full of love.
Cici is deeply missed by her loving family: her mother, Jennifer Nava-Sahs; her fathers, Nikolas Nava and Manuel Velez; her sisters, Guadalupe Payan and Julienne Payan (Christopher Hernandez); and her cherished nephews, X-Zander Hernandez and Phoenix Hernandez. She also leaves behind her devoted grandparents, Rosario Ramirez and Robert Sahs, as well as her beloved furry companion, Lucy.
A Visitation will be held in her honor on Friday, July 18, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Funeraria Del Angel Hillcrest West, 5054 Doniphan Dr., El Paso, Texas 79932, with a Vigil beginning at 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will follow on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at San Antonio de Padua Church, 503 Hunter Dr., El Paso, TX 79915.
Cici’s memory will live on in the hearts of her family, friends, and all who had the blessing of knowing her. Her spirit, compassion, and laughter will never be forgotten.
