Eduardo Carrasco Ornelas

Eduardo Carrasco Ornelas lived a long and generous life. He departed on Friday, December 16, 2022 and left us with memories of his supreme love for family and community, wisdom, keen mind for business, and a commitment to include and ensure that everyone in his life was cared for. He had an irresistible and mischievous smirk and hilarious sense of humor. His laughter and joy filled a room, no matter how large the space. He leaves a void in our physical world, but our hearts overflow with the memory of his love and legacy.

He served his country honorably from 1962 to 1964 and again from 1965 to 1968 and was adamant about the importance of voting (and voting Democrat). Eduardo placed enormous value on the importance of education for his children and grandchildren.

Eduardo is survived by: Haydee Ornelas, wife; Yasmin Gonzalez, daughter; Eduardo Ornelas II, son, (Candice); Veronica Ornelas, daughter, (Francisco); Grandchildren: Jessica Gonzalez Raba (Gage); Michelle Conway (née Gonzalez) (James); Michael Anthony Ornelas Abeel; Samantha Gonzalez-Busby (Cameron); Mia Alexandra Ornelas (Joseph); Sebastian Ornelas, Charley Ornelas and Toni Ornelas. Great-grandchildren: Cora Raba, Trinity Zaheva Corral, Darryn Raba, Wyatt Conway, Cassius Kai Cortez, and Baylor Conway.

Eduardo is also survived by his sisters and brother: Socorro O. Estrada (Ruben†); Alicia O. Tavarez (Ismael†); Maria O. Rivas (Dolores); Pilar Ornelas (Romelia); Carolina O. Garcia (Onesimo); and Teresa O. Leija (Hector†).

He was preceded in death by his parents, Arcadio Bustillos Ornelas and Albina Carrasco Ornelas, and his brother, Arcadio Carrasco Ornelas, Jr.

A visitation for Eduardo will be held Thursday, December 22, 2022 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a vigil service at 6:00 p.m. at Funeraria Del Angel Evergreen East Funeral Home & Cemetery, 12400 East Montana, El Paso, Texas 79938. A funeral mass will be held on Friday, December 23, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at St Mark Catholic Church, 11700 Pebble Hills Blvd, El Paso, Texas 79936. A graveside services will be held Friday, December 23, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at Evergreen Cemetery East, 12400 Montana Ave, El Paso, Texas 79938.

† - Deceased