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In loving memory of Ricardo "El Pelon" Arzola Jr. 54, who was called upon by his heavenly father, passed away on Thursday January 3, 2013. He was a proud graduate of Bowie High School, Class of 1978. Once a Bear, always a Bear! Ricardo is survived by his daughters Ruth Arzola, Roxanne Arzola and their mother Rosa Arzola, his stepdaughters Celina Munoz, Isabel Munoz and his wife Martha DeHaro and three grandchildren, his father Ricardo Arzola Sr., brothers Jorge Luis Arzola, Eduardo Arzola, and Adan Arzola, sisters Maria de Jesus Arzola and Eva Arzola. Visitation will be held on Monday January 7, 2013 from 6 to 9 p.m. with Vigil Service at 7 p.m. at Crestview Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday January 8, 2013 at Guardian Angel Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Evergreen East Cemetery. Services under the direction of CRESTVIEW FUNERAL HOME. 1462 N. Zaragosa 856-1400

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Published by El Paso Times from Jan. 4 to Jan. 11, 2013.

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Heriberto Gomez

January 4, 2023

I miss you brother. Rest in peace

tomas luna

January 29, 2013

to the
arzola family my prayers go to you.
pelon havent seen you since we graduate in 1978 so i guess we meet up there El tommy luna

Alfredo (Freddy) & Yolanda Soltero

January 13, 2013

To a great friend from elementary through high school will not forget all the great times in "El Barrio" May God Bless Him and his family. Te vamos a extrañar amigo.

January 11, 2013

"ONCE A BEAR ALWAYS A BEAR" Everybody from Bowie knows that phrase is our identification slogan. I am sorry to hear of a wonderful persson that is not with us anymore. You will be greatly missed and we will remember you when the next football season begins. True Bear "PELON" Until we meet again. I used to be a cheerleader and remember you running into the football field. My prayers will be with your entire family. R.I.P

January 11, 2013

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

January 11, 2013

Rudy Espinoza Bowie Class 1977, mis mas sincero pesame. May God give all the family comfort.

January 11, 2013

Quiero dar mis mas cincero pesame para toda la familia del Pelon Arzola.(que en paz descance). Pelon, gracias por todos los suaves recuerdos que pasamos juntos primero en la Bowie y luego en el barrio con los Olders. yo se que un dia nos vamos a volver a ver. Juan Sanchez, "el give me some" como me decias.

January 10, 2013

mis mas sentidos pesame a la familia de el guero mi querido primo que Dios les mande pronto resignacion y que el este en el lugar prometido alabado sea Dios de tu prima "petu"

Jose Valenzuela

January 8, 2013

I remember el Pelon playing for Bowie High through highs and lows. I remember a classmate who tried so hard to represent all of us, the poor kids from la Bowie with honor. My condolences to his family. May God's Grace shine upon you Pelon! Class of 78

January 8, 2013

My deepest sympathy to the Arzola family. May GOD give you the strength and courage to carry on. Ricardo's life and memory will leave forever in the people that loved him. Cathy Caballero

Alfonso Castro

January 8, 2013

I grew up with you and our familes knew each other. We played football for "La Bowie"and walked so tall and proud.I am so sorry for everyone who loved and knew you.

Mercedes Gutierrez

January 8, 2013

Arzola Family please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for the loss of your loved one...my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Lupe Orozco

January 7, 2013

Martha, We are so sorry for your loss.I didn't know Ricardo but I meat him ones. He greated me very nice when i went to pick up some stuff for martha.My daughter and myself will pray for each and everyone. Especialy for martha and her family. Again sorry for your loss and our thoughts and prayers go out to every family member. I to am a bear. Once a Bear always a Bear.

MaryLou Armijo

January 7, 2013

To my tio huero thanks for making me laugh whenever we got to see you or even talk online. LOVE YOU ALWAYS. See you when the Lord calls me home. Miss you already.

Georgina Moreno

January 7, 2013

To my Tio Guero whom l love very much. Thanks for brightening up my days and making me laugh. We will miss you very much! See you soon.

Elvia Lara

January 7, 2013

My deepest condolences to the Arzola Family. You will be missed.

manuel arzola

January 7, 2013

Te vamos extranar un resto primo.me dio mucho placer que en tu ultimo momento que estubimos juntos estuvieramos los dos solos orando con el santisimo y nuestra virgencita.primo no te digo adios sino un hasta pronto.te nos adelantaste al camino donde vamos todos.prepara nuestros caminos para donde tu ya caminas en manos de nuestro dios padre.me duele mucho tu partida primo.pero a la ves me da gusto por que ya andas de la mano de nuestro dios...descansa en paz
primo....tu siempre primo...LULA

Leticia Dominguez -Weaver

January 6, 2013

To a funny, friendly guy who from the very first day I enrolled at Bowie always treated me and talked to me with respect. May "God" Bless your soul & Spirit in your new eternal life.

Ernestina Lopez

January 6, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Arzola Family. May the peace of the Lord be with you during this difficult time. God Bless you
Luis and Ernestina Lopez

Bruce Garcia

January 6, 2013

Orale ...... Mi Tio Ricardo i love you. you are the best thank you for being there, for being a friend for making us laugh you will always be my Tio no matter what! i know that i will see you in Heaven i know that. gracias por todos los consejos. Primas love you guys i hope that you guys are okay God bless. "he who believes in Me yet dies shall live"~ Jesus

Ana Rodriguez

January 6, 2013

Mis mas sinceras condolencias a tu esposa, hijas y demas familia. Nos conocimos en la Bowie pero hace apenas un ano empezamos una linda amistad. Siento mucho la perdida de un ser que repartia alegria a los demas. Descansa en paz Ricardo (Pelon)

Eddie & Selinda Bernal

January 6, 2013

You will for ever remain in our hearts. May your soul & body find eternal ever lasting life. Your friends Blue & Selinda

Juana Botello

January 6, 2013

In loving memory of a wonderful person. I will LOVE you and miss you always. May GOD Bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Heaven needed an "ANGEL" so he choose you. Rest in Peace my Dear Friend, even though we were in High School together it wasn't until last year we started talking like best friends thank you for the good talks we shared you always made me laugh. I'm missing you so much but knowing you are no longer in pain eases my grief. I will always remember you especially around football time. You were so proud of "LA BOWIE" class of 78

Roberto Avalos

January 6, 2013

May our God fill your hearts with joy knowing that Ricardo is well and resting in heavenly peace,

Irene Espindola

January 6, 2013

My most heartfelt condolences to family and friends. He will be reunited with some very special people that have been called to heaven. May he rest in peace.

Tammy (Rosana) Ricca-DeShazo

January 6, 2013

I was saddened to hear the news of Pelon's passing. My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.

Herb Gomez

January 5, 2013

Words escape me right now on the loss of my brother (best friend) Ricardo. There are so many shared memories that are going to take a lifetime to forget. God bless you and my deepest sympathies to all your loved ones. May the Lord be with you and rest in eternal peace, my brother.
- Herb, Rosy, and Blue

Patricia Medina

January 5, 2013

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thought and prayers are with you and your Family. As you grieve know that we are remembering you and honoring the memory of Ricardo.
Lots of Love
Patricia Medina and Family

January 5, 2013

Queridas hijas,

Quisiera expresar mis condolencias por la perdida de tu padre, Ricardo Arzola se que no existen suficientes palabras para con el fin de eliminate el dolor, pero espero que Dios les de las fuerzas, el amor y la paz para seguir adelante los restos Dias de sus vidas. Estoy agradecida de que el formo una parte de todos mis dias y atesorare las buenas memorias que tuve a su lado. Siempre tendra un sitio muy grande en mi corazon.

Con recuerdos,
Rosie Arzola

Joe Martell.

January 5, 2013

Pelon you will be missed by all your Bowie friends. Specially at the football games.My kids and I are going to miss you a great deal. My condolences to your family. God bless you.

Leonel Santana

January 5, 2013

My deepest sympathies to Pelon's family! You will always be missed, and may god bless you my friend! Al rato nos vemos Carnal!

January 5, 2013

You will forever be in our hearts, now you are with our lord resting in peace. decansa Ricardo. Love you always your wife Marta,and family.

January 5, 2013

You will be missed very much! May God bless you and all your family. Arriva La Bowie!!!

El Tony Medrano de La Bowie

Sandra Olivares

January 5, 2013

My sincere condolences to all family members. May you rest in peace richard. I know you were a proud Bowie graduate because i attended school with you - the last time i saw you was in 1978. Thank you richard for being my brothers" best friend. I know my brother beto (herb) will miss you dearly. He thought the "world" of you. Again, Richard may you rest in peace!!!

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