Obituaries

Jan 8, 2016

Jan 6, 2016

Jan 5, 2016

LEROY I. NIELSEN ALAMO — LeRoy I. Nielsen, 87, went home to the Lord Tuesday, January 5, 2016, at Legends Transitional Care Center in McAllen. LeRoy was born in Crookston, Minnesota and lived in Alamo since 1993. He married the love of his life, Anna Marie Kraft on July 10, 1951 at Selfridge, ND. He was a veteran of the...

Jan 4, 2016

ASCENCION DE LA GARZA EDINBURG - Ascencion De La Garza, 89, died Monday, January 4, 2016, at her daughter’s residence in McAllen. Born in McAllen, Mrs. De La Garza had lived in Edinburg all of her life. She is preceded in death by her husband, Eustacio De La Garza; a son, Ricardito De La Garza; her parents, Geronimo and Amanda...

Dec 28, 2015

ARTURO “ART” REYNA PHARR – Arturo “Art” Reyna, 56, died Monday, December 28, 2015, at McAllen Medical Center. Arturo “Art” Reyna was known for his kindness, his creativity, and his generosity. His many talents included music (never missed a Pigskin Jubilee), writing (poetry, pros, and humorous cards to family and friends), and collecting friends from all walks of life. He...

Dec 25, 2015

EDWARD JAMES PARADISE EDINBURG — Edward James Paradise, 84, died Friday, December 25, 2015, at McAllen Medical Center. Born in Edinburg, Mr. Paradise was a life-long resident of Edinburg. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He is preceded in death by his wife, Irene paradise. Mr. Paradise is survived by two sons, Edward Paradise, Jr.,...

Dec 23, 2015

AMALIA BORREGO ESTRADA EDINBURG — Amalia Borrego Estrada, a lifelong resident of Edinburg was called home to be with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on December 23, 2015, at the age of 81. She was born in Taft, Texas on October 9, 1934 to Francisco and Adela Borrego. Amalia is preceded in death by her husband, Amando Estrada; her...

Dec 22, 2015

MARIA GUADALUPE “LUPITA” GARCIA PHARR- Maria Guadalupe “Lupita” Garcia, 85, passed away on Tuesday, December 22, 2015, at McAllen Heart Hospital. Born in Congregacion Garza, Tamaulipas, Mexico, Lupita had lived in Pharr most of her life and was a member of St. Jude’s Catholic Church. She was a devoted and loving wife and mother. Lupita is preceded in death by...

Dec 22, 2015

IRENE L. BENAVIDEZ PHARR — Irene L. Benavidez, 89, died Tuesday, Dec 22, 2015, at St David’s North Austin Medical Center. Mrs. Benavidez was born and lived in Pharr most of her life. She was currently residing in Pflugerville with her daughters. She served the Lord for 61 years and was a faithful member of the Rock of Ages Assembly...

Dec 21, 2015

AMALIA GAONA MEZA PHARR- Amalia Gaona Meza, 55, died Monday, December 21, 2015, at Amara Hospice in Edinburg. Born in Donna, Amalia had lived in Pharr all of her life. She is preceded in death by her father and five siblings. Amalia is survived by her husband, Emiliano Meza of Pharr; four children, Priscilla (David Flores) Ramos of San Juan,...

Dec 16, 2015

SYLVIA V. PEREZ PHARR — Sylvia V. Perez, 79, went home to the Lord Wednesday, December 16, 2015, at her residence in Pharr. Sylvia was born in Pharr and lived all of her life. She was a member and choir singer at St. Anne’s Catholic Church. Mrs. Perez was a loving mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and friend. Her smile will live...

Dec 16, 2015

JUAN L. GARZA PHARR – Juan L. Garza, 96, died Wednesday, December 16, 2015, at Village Healthcare and Rehabilitation in McAllen. Juan Garza Leal came from a small rural village, Los Herreras, in the state of Nuevo Leon in Mexico, about 150 miles south of Edinburg, Texas. He worked at local slaughterhouses, “Bryan and English Meat Packing Company” and Arturo...

Dec 16, 2015

MARIA ASENCION “CHONITA” AREVALO Maria Asencion “Chonita” Arevalo, 93, of San Juan, Texas peacefully embraced the loving arms of God on December 16, 2015, at Legend Transitional Healthcare in McAllen. Chonita was born the daughter of Juan Gonzalez and Elojia Villarreal in Kingsville, Texas on January 20, 1922. She was a smart, beautiful, and virtuous woman whose independent spirit and...

Dec 13, 2015

LYDIA G. PERALEZ PHARR — Lydia G. Peralez, 80, went home to be with the Lord Sunday, December 13, 2015, at Amara Hospice in Edinburg. Lydia lived in Pharr most of her life and was a member of St. Anne’s Catholic Church. She is preceded in death by her husband, Francisco Peralez; a daughter, Oralia Martinez; three sons, Juanito Peralez,...

Dec 13, 2015

ZENAIDA ESTRADA CANTU EDINBURG – Zenaida Estrada Cantu, 77, died Sunday, December 13, 2015 in Edinburg. Born in San Luis Potosi, MX, Mrs. Cantu had lived in Edinburg most of her life. She is preceded in death by her husband, Alfonso Cantu, Sr.; a brother, Heliodoro Estrada; and a sister, Virginia Estrada. Mrs. Cantu is survived by eight children, Alfonso...

Dec 8, 2015

MARIA T. SALAZAR EDINBURG — Maria T. Salazar, 69, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, December 8, 2015. Born in Edinburg, she had lived there all of her life and was a member of Baptist Temple in McAllen. She is preceded in death by her parents, Pedro and Martina Garza; and a brother, Noe Garza. Mrs....

Dec 7, 2015

JOSE MARIA "CHUY" RODRIGUEZ PHARR - Jose Maria "Chuy" Rodriguez, 90, went to be with the Lord Monday, December 7, 2015, at Grand Terrace in McAllen. Mr. Rodriguez was born in Edinburg and lived in Pharr most of his life. He will be remembered by his family and friends as a loving father and devoted husband. He is preceded in...

Dec 6, 2015

JOHN PATTERSON GORDON EDINBURG - John Patterson Gordon, 90, died Sunday, December 6, 2015, at Amara Hospice in Edinburg. Born in Boulder, CO, Mr. Gordon had lived in Edinburg most of his life. He was a teacher and administrator for 38 years and most of his educational career was dedicated to the Edinburg School District. He is preceded in death...

Dec 5, 2015

CONSUELO LEIJA FARIAS EDINBURG - Consuelo Leija Farias, 70, died Saturday, December 5, 2015, at her residence in Edinburg. Born in McAllen, Mrs. Farias had lived in Edinburg all of her life. Consuelo had a wonderful sense of humor and loved her family very much. She will be greatly missed, but will remain in the hearts of those who loved...

Dec 4, 2015

JOSE A. QUESADA DONNA – Jose A. Quesada, 88, died Friday, December 4, 2015, at Knapp Medical Center in Weslaco. Born in Brownsville, Mr. Quesada lived in Weslaco and was a current resident of Donna. He was a proud veteran of the Korean War. Mr. Quesada was a beloved husband, father and grandfather. He is preceded in death by his...