George Jose Tapia, 40, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2010 after an 8 year battle with Leukemia. He is survived by his devoted wife, Maria Luisa, of 19 years; his loving children Juan Carlos and Julian Enrique Tapia; parents, Gilberto and Julia Tapia, one brother, and five sisters.
George began his life on May 25, 1970 in El Paso, Texas. He was an extraordinary artist and there was nothing he couldn’t accomplish. Despite the difficulties this life provided him, George was a constant optimist refusing to let his disease affect his outlook. His endurance and faithfulness inspired everyone he met. He was the hero of many and will be greatly missed by his family and friends who are grateful that he can finally be at peace.
Funeral Services will be from 5:00-9:00pm on Wednesday, November 3, 2010 at Funeraria Del Angel Martin East Funeral Home.
A procession from Funeraria Del Angel Martin East to Fort Bliss National Cemetery on November 4, 2010 will follow where interment will take place at 9:00am.
Services entrusted to Funeraria Del Angel Martin East Funeral Home, 1460 George Dieter Drive, El Paso, Texas 79936. 915-855-8881. www.martinfuneralhomeeast.com
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