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Maria De La Luz Ibarra

Maria De La Luz Ibarra

May 28, 2016

MARIA DE LA LUZ IBARRA EDINBURG - Maria De La Luz Ibarra, 84, died Saturday, May 28, 2016, at Edinburg Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She is preceded in death by her parents, Jesus and Maria Barraza. Ms. Ibarra is survived by three sons, Juan (Natalia) Solis of Mexico, Rogelio (Griselda) Solis of Alamo, Pedro Mascorro of Hidalgo; three daughters, Trinidad...

Alfredo Carrillo, Sr.

Alfredo Carrillo, Sr.

May 25, 2016

ALFREDO CARRILLO, Sr. PHARR - Alfredo Carrillo, Sr., 62, passed quietly in his home on the morning of Wednesday, May 25th, 2016 surrounded by his family. Born on September 10th, 1953 in Pharr, Texas, Freddy (as he was known to his family and friends) was a simple man whose pride and joy was his family and the shop, Vic’s Auto...

Alfredo  Cantu, Jr.

Alfredo  Cantu, Jr.

May 24, 2016

ALFREDO CANTU, JR. Alfredo Cantu, Jr., 84, died Tuesday, May 24, 2016, at McAllen Medical Center in McAllen. Born in Fronton, Texas, he had lived in San Juan all of his life. He is preceded in death by two sons, Bobby and Eddie Cantu; his parents, Alfredo Sr. and Guadalupe S. Cantu; and an infant brother, Amador Cantu. Mr. Cantu...

Dora Garcia

Dora Garcia

May 21, 2016

DORA GARCIA October 29, 1941 - May 21, 2016 EDINBURG - Ms. Dora Garcia, 74, passed away after a long courageous battle with cancer on May 21, 2016, at her home in Edinburg, Texas. Ms. Garcia grew up in La Blanca, Texas. She had many fond memories of growing up with her brothers and sisters traveling to other states as...

Maria Imelda "Mela" Garza

Maria Imelda "Mela" Garza

May 20, 2016

Maria Imelda “Mela” Garza PHARR – Maria Imelda “Mela” Garza, 86, died Friday, May 20, 2016, at Rio Grande Regional Hospital. Born in Rio Grande City, raised in San Juan, TX. Mrs. Garza had lived in Pharr for 66 years. She graduated from PSJA High School in 1949 where she was a member of the Bearette drill team earning the...

Meda "Janie" Mason

Meda "Janie" Mason

May 18, 2016

MEDA “JANIE” MASON MCALLEN - Meda “Janie” Mason, 80, died Wednesday, May 18, 2016, at McAllen Nursing Center. Born in Sabinal, TX, she had lived in San Juan since 1971. Janie was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who will be fondly remembered and greatly missed. She is preceded in death by her husband, Arthur G. Mason; and her parents,...

Isabel Escobedo

Isabel Escobedo

May 15, 2016

SAN JUAN – Isabel Escobedo, 59, died Sunday, May 15, 2016, at Amara Hospice in Edinburg. Born in Ralls, Tx., Isabel lived in San Juan most of his life. He is preceded in death by his parents; Celedonia and Andres Escobedo; and a brother, Antonio Escobedo. Mr. Escobedo is survived by his wife of 36 years, Guadalupe Escobedo of San...

William G. Gracia

William G. Gracia

May 14, 2016

WILLIAM G. GRACIA EDINBURG – William G. Gracia, 21, died Saturday, May 14, 2016, at Dr. P. Phillips Hospital in Orlando, Orange County. He is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Rogelio Gonzalez de La Rosa and Dolores Rodriguez Loredo. William was born in McAllen and had lived in Edinburg all of his life. He attended Robert Vela High...

Norma  Lisa Hernandez

Norma  Lisa Hernandez

May 13, 2016

NORMA LISA HERNANDEZ DONNA/EDINBURG – Norma Lisa Hernandez, 44, died Friday, May 13, 2016, at Doctors Hospital at Renaissance in Edinburg. Born and raised in Edinburg, she had lived in Donna for four years. Norma was a beautiful person with an infectious laughter who loved her sons and her husband – the love of her life. She was a Dallas...

Gregoria "Grace" Martinez

Gregoria "Grace" Martinez

May 10, 2016

GREGORIA (MS. GRACE) MARTINEZ “No eye has seen no ear has heard no mind has conceived what God has prepared for those who love Him” -1Corinthian2:9 Gregoria Martinez was born August 4, 1921 at El Calaboz Ranch, San Benito, Texas. After 94 years of a life well lived, Grace as she liked to be called went to be in the...

Eliseo Salinas

Eliseo Salinas

May 9, 2016

ELISEO SALINAS EDINBURG – Eliseo Salinas, 46, died Monday, May 9, 2016, at his residence in Edinburg. Born in McAllen Eliseo had lived in Edinburg most of his life. He is preceded in death by a son, Eliseo Salinas, Jr. Eliseo is survived by his wife, Dacia Alicia Salinas; a son, Carlos Antonio Salinas; both of Edinburg; two daughters, Dacia...

Andrew "Andy"  Espinoza

Andrew "Andy"  Espinoza

May 8, 2016

ANDREW “ANDY” ESPINOZA ALAMO – Andrew “Andy” Espinoza, 38, died Sunday, May 8, 2016, at McAllen Medical Center. He was born in McAllen and had lived in Alamo all of his life. Andy was a member of Resurrection Catholic Church and a graduate of P.S.J.A. High School. He served as a member of the Alamo Fire Department for 20 years...

Tomas Villagomez, Jr

Tomas Villagomez, Jr

May 8, 2016

ALAMO – Tomas Villagomez Jr., 76, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 8, 2016, at LifeCare Hospital in McAllen. Born in Alamo, April 18, 1940, Mr. Villagomez had lived in Alamo all of his life. He served his country proudly for six years in the Army Reserves and his devotion was to his family and lifelong friends....

Candido Rodriguez Sr.

Candido Rodriguez Sr.

May 8, 2016

CANDIDO RODRIGUEZ, SR. PHARR – Candido Rodriguez, Sr., 86, died Sunday, May 8, 2016, at Rio Grande Regional Hospital in McAllen. Born in Nuevo Leon, Mexico, Mr. Rodriguez lived in Pharr most of his life. He is preceded in death by his wife, Maria Luisa Rodriguez; his parents, Valente and Leonor Rodriguez; two brothers; and a sister. Candido is survived...

Jesus "Chuy"  Rodriguez

Jesus "Chuy"  Rodriguez

May 7, 2016

JESUS “CHUY” RODRIGUEZ SAN JUAN - It is with a sad and heavy heart that we announce the passing of the patriarch of our family. Jesus “Chuy” Rodriguez a loving husband, father, grandpa “abuelito”, great grandpa, son, brother, uncle and friend passed away in his home surrounded by his loving family. Jesus “Chuy” Rodriguez 80, passed away Saturday, May 7,...

Irene V. Peralez

Irene V. Peralez

May 7, 2016

IRENE V. PERALEZ EDINBURG - Irene V. Peralez, 83, died Saturday, May 7, 2016, at her residence in Edinburg. Born in Robstown, Mrs. Peralez had lived in Edinburg most of her life. Irene was a longtime, dedicated educator who touched the lives of many throughout her 32 years in teaching. Her teaching career began in Starr County and continued in...

Francico Molina

Francico Molina

May 6, 2016

Francisco Molina, 90, died Friday, May 6, 2016, at Rio Grande Regional Hospital in McAllen. Born in Wiemar, Texas he had lived in Pharr most of his life. Francisco was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during World War II. He was employed by Texas Department of Transportation for 30 years until his retirement in 1980 He is preceded...

Alicia Barrientes Molina

Alicia Barrientes Molina

May 2, 2016

Alicia Barrientes Molina, 47, passed away on May 2, 2016. Born and raised in San Juan to Jesus and Guadalupe M. Barrientes. Alicia graduated from PSJA High School and from South Texas College. She later moved to Littlefield when she met the love of her life and soon after was able to fulfill her lifelong dream of becoming a mother....

Aurea Cuellar Medina

Aurea Cuellar Medina

Apr 24, 2016

AUREA CUELLAR MEDINA SAN JUAN- Aurea Cuellar, 66, passed away Sunday, April 24, 2016, at Doctors Hospital at Renaissance in Edinburg. Born in Torreon, Coahuila, Mexico, she had lived in San Juan, Texas most of her life. Aurea dedicated her life to her beloved husband and seven children. Hearing music would bring joy to her, especially when her husband Mr....

Antonia "Toni" R. Pecina

Antonia "Toni" R. Pecina

Apr 24, 2016

ANTONIA “TONI” R. PECINA EDINBURG – Antonia “Toni” R. Pecina, 67, died Sunday, April 24, 2016, at Solara Hospital in McAllen. Born in Edinburg, Mrs. Pecina had lived there all of her life. She is preceded in death by a great-granddaughter; her parents, Jose and Maria Ramon; two brothers; and a sister. Mrs. Pecina is survived by four children, Jose...

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