Rafael Arias's obituary , Passed away on May 4, 2026 in El Paso, Texas

Rafael Arias

June 23, 1944 - May 4, 2026 (81 years old)

El Paso, Texas

Rafael Arias's obituary , Passed away on May 4, 2026 in El Paso, Texas

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Mt. Carmel Funeral Home

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Rafael Arias

June 23, 1944 - May 4, 2026 (81 years old)

El Paso, Texas

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Rafael Arias Obituary

The passing of Rafael Arias of El Paso, Texas leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on May 4, 2026 at the age of 81. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Rafael Arias to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Rafael Arias and Maria Teresa Arias. He is survived by: his siblings, Carlos, Victor, Carmen and Rocio; his children, Claudine Arias of Dallas Texas and Gabriel Arias (Jo Anne) of El Paso; his grandsons, John Paul, Peter and James; his daughter Mellisa (Darryl) of Australia; his grandchildren, April, Sarah and Jamie; his great grandchildren, Noah, Amelia, Kyah, Archie and Teddy; his siblings, Maria Teresa Arias Olavarrieta of Mexico City, Leticia Silveyra (Francisco) and Raul Arias (Isabelle) of Mexico City; his wife Taffy; and his friends, Rachael Chavez and Raul Gonzalez.

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Mt. Carmel Funeral Home



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May 14, 2026

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May 14, 2026

Dr Waseem Shami sent flowers

“In loving memory of Rafael Arias. He will live in our hearts forever.”


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May 15

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St. Raphael Catholic Church
2301 Zanzibar Rd, El Paso, TX 79935

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May 15

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St. Raphael Catholic Church
2301 Zanzibar Rd, El Paso, TX 79935

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