A Day of the Dead ceremony was celebrated at the Original Mexican Restaurant in Fort Stockton on Nov. 1-2. Pictured is an altar that has photos of loved ones who have passed away. Many people showed up to show their love and respect for friends and family that have passed away. Photos by Nathan Heuer

Fort Stockton citizen and native Olga Gonzalez lights a candle after the sun went down as part of the Day of the Dead ceremony in Fort Stockton on Nov. 1. Gonzalez and J.B. Gallegos organized the authentic ceremony – the first of its kind in Fort Stockton.