Hector Manuel Durón

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Hector Durón Obituary

Hector Manuel Durón

El Paso - Hector Manuel Durón "Simpi", 85, was called to Heaven on Tuesday, July 21. He was a lifelong resident of El Paso and a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy. Hector worked as a letter carrier for the United States Postal Service and retired after 30 years of proud service. He occupied his time in retirement with his hobbies of talented carpentry, reading history books, and his favorite - Sunday dinners with his children. He was a member of Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church, a loyal Dallas Cowboy fan, and friend to all.

Preceded in death by his parents, Luis & Maria Durón, and three brothers, Luis Juarez, Armando Durón, and Ernesto Durón.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years Maria "Toni", daughters Patty (Ronnie), Diana (Mike), Norma (Victor), grandchildren Robert, Denise (Anthony), Elizabeth, Melanee, Victor (Cristy), Heather (Danny), Bryan (Daniela) and great grandchildren, Kyler, Kristofer & Kassidy Durán; Haylee, Kaytlynn & Andruw Hernandez; Jacob, Joshua & Samantha Ojinaga; Daniel Jr. & Alyssa Sandoval; Zackary & Bryce Mier.

We thank the Lord for this incredible man. He is lovingly remembered for his love of sweets, popcorn, peanuts and always having new shoes. He didn't have a mean bone in his body, so proud of all his family and exemplified unconditional love. He is a true blessing to have had in our lives. Thank you for the wonderful memories, Grampy! We love you infinite times to the moon and back. You will be dearly missed.

Services will be held at Fort Bliss National Cemetery and will be private due to the pandemic. Please visit online registry at www.sunsetfuneralhomes.net.

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Published by El Paso Times from Jul. 30 to Aug. 2, 2020.

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Fr. Bob Kobe

July 23, 2025

Norma is with Hector now. Both will be dearly missed by they seem to be planning a reunion for all of us. God bless you Maria and the family.

Fr. Bob

Fr. Bob Kobe

July 23, 2024

Hector is missed but his legacy of caring runs through the family.

Fr. Bob

Fr. Bob Kobe

July 26, 2022

Hector was and still is loved by his family and friends He is greatly missed. Praying for all of you.

Fr.Bob

Fr, Bob Kobe

July 26, 2021

The year has passed quickly. I know you still miss Hector but he lives on in our hearts and minds. Still praying for the whole family.

FR. Bob

Robert S Kobe

August 4, 2020

I have praying for you Maria and the whole family. I have offered mas for the repose of Hector and for the family in their grieving. It has been a blessing knowing you for 30 years.

Fr. Bob

Michelle Lewis

August 1, 2020

My condolences to your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Irma Montez

August 1, 2020

Our deepest condolences to the family I just want to say to my tio Simpi Thank You very much for bring there on checking my grandparents Juan & Pancha Juarez. May you Rest in peace
Sincerely,Mr Arthur & Irma Montez

dalisa mirabal

August 1, 2020

My condolences, may God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Michael La France

July 31, 2020

The nicest, kindest person I've ever known. He taught me alot. He laughed when things got tense and always saw the good in everyone he knew and met! In the 40 plus years I knew him I never saw any of his faults (if he even had any). All I wanted to do was to be just like him!
We'll always LOVE and MISS YOU GRAMPY!!! I will always know that you got your wings as soon as you touched Heavens Cloud!

Denise Ojinaga

July 31, 2020

Grampy, you were such a great person who was just so equally proud of us no matter what we did in life. I will always carry that and instill that in your great-grandchildren. We miss you so much!

Maria Oliver

July 30, 2020

Uncle Simpi as he was known to us was very caring and had the easiest personality. He was my dad's little brother and on Sundays would come by to see him at the house. During football season they would enjoy a beer and watching the Cowboys. My husband and I have one of the best memories we still share to date, the cowboys were on defense and all of a sudden he got up shouting at the players, he ran towards the TV and no one could see the play. We were pretty sure he was going to tackle the TV to stop the play. We all enjoyed a good laugh with him afterwards. When we lost our Dad and then my Mom immediately after, he was there sharing stories but most importantly always reminding us that family and the memories and love would get us through. To the family our heart is filled with sadness but know that all of you are what brought joy and happiness to him as well as and the unending love of Aunt Toni. May God watch over you and Uncle Simpi keep watching the Cowboys.

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