Dr. Hector Lopez, 66, born in El Paso, TX., passed away suddenly in Bethesda Md. He is survived by sister Gloria McKee-Lopez, brother Jesus Antonio Lopez, niece Deborah Pappalau-Lopez, grand-nieces Audrey and Sophia Pappalau, aunt Francisca Reyes, and numerous cousins. Dr. Lopez was program director at the National Institute of Health. He also retired from the Public Health service with the rank of Navy captain.
Visitation, June 27, 6-8 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home West, Funeral Mass at Queen of Peace Catholic Church , June 28 at 10a.m. and Interment at Evergreen Cemetery East. www.MartinFuneralHomeWest.com