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Maria Antonia Gonzalez

Maria Antonia Gonzalez

Aug 31, 2020

MONTE ALTO - Maria Antonia Gonzalez, 85, entered eternal rest Monday, August 31, 2020, at Knapp Medical Center in Weslaco. Maria Antonia González, affectionately known as "Toñita" enjoyed life and telling stories about growing up in Mexico with very strict parents, which she loved and spoke very highly of. That molded her to become the woman who would raise eight...

Ernesto Suarez

Ernesto Suarez

Aug 31, 2020

Ernesto Suarez, 84, passed away on Monday, August 31, 2020, peacefully in his home surrounded by his daughters. Mr. Suarez was born in San Juan where he resided with his wife of 62 years and six daughters. His career began in agriculture as a truckdriver and fertilizer distributor throughout the valley. He then followed his passion in serving proudly in...

Javier H. Gonzalez

Javier H. Gonzalez

Aug 31, 2020

Javier H. Gonzalez, 76, entered eternal rest Monday, August 31, 2020, at his residence in Donna. He is preceded in death by his parents, George and Santos Gonzalez. Javier is survived by his wife of 48 years, Carmen M. Gonzalez; four children, Javier Gonzalez Jr., Aida Gonzalez, Anna Gonzalez, and Albert (Amy) Gonzalez; eight grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; a sister, Santos...

Amparo Laurel Elizondo

Amparo Laurel Elizondo

Aug 30, 2020

AMPARO LAUREL ELIZONDO EDINBURG – Amparo Laurel Elizondo, 84, entered eternal rest Sunday, August 30, 2020, at her residence in Edinburg. She was born in San Isidro, Texas to Jose and Amparo E. Laurel. Amparo was raised in Mission where she attended her first years of school and later attended San Isidro High School. Amparo was married to her loving...

Estela Rodriguez

Estela Rodriguez

Aug 28, 2020

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Martin Lopez

Martin Lopez

Aug 28, 2020

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Armando De La Rosa

Armando De La Rosa

Aug 28, 2020

EDINBURG - Armando De La Rosa, 54, died Friday, August 28, 2020, at Rio Grande Regional Hospital in McAllen. He is survived by his wife, Mirna Quintero; six children, Krystal Lee De La Rosa, Bianca De La Rosa, Amanda Garcia, Andrea De La Rosa, Armando De La Rosa, Jr., Cassandra De La Rosa; 12 grandchildren; his parents, Alberto and Consuelo...

Lt. Mark Casey

Lt. Mark Casey

Aug 27, 2020

MISSION - Lt. Mark Casey, 73, entered eternal rest Thursday, August 27, 2020, at Mission Regional Medical Center. Born in Weslaco and formerly of McAllen, Mr. Casey had lived in Mission for over 25 years. He was a veteran of the United States Army, serving during Vietnam. Mark had a 35-year career in law enforcement and retired from Mission Police...

Jaime Javier Rodriguez Sr.

Jaime Javier Rodriguez Sr.

Aug 25, 2020

He will never be forgotten, he has gone to join the Lord in Heaven Tuesday, August 25, 2020, at his residence in San Juan. As he will be forever in our hearts, he will truly be missed by all his family and friends. Our father was a great strong man, who could always make everyone laugh, and was loving and...

Alicia E. Muñoz

Alicia E. Muñoz

Aug 24, 2020

Alicia Escobar Munoz, 95, passed away Monday, August 24, 2020, at Senior Care of Edinburg. She was born on October 24, 1924, the eldest of 12 children. She graduated at the age of 17 in 1942 from Rio Grande City High School. Like so many other young women of her time, she went to work on the home front to...

Eugenio Avalos, Jr.

Eugenio Avalos, Jr.

Aug 24, 2020

EUGENIO AVALOS, JR. PHARR - Eugenio Avalos Jr., 68, entered eternal rest Monday, August 24, 2020, at his residence in Pharr. He is preceded in death by his parents, Gregoria Rivera Gomez and Epifanio Gomez Sr. Eugenio is survived by three children, Maria "Lupita" (Rey) Mendoza of Edinburg, Becky (Chris) Bolton of Wharton, TX, Crissy (Jesse) Sierra of McAllen; his...

Paul Morris Evins

Paul Morris Evins

Aug 24, 2020

Paul Morris Evins, 63, entered eternal rest Monday, August 24, 2020, at his residence in Edinburg. Born in Refugio, he lived in Edinburg most of his life. He graduated from Edinburg High School where he was played football, ran track, and was a member of the Key Club. Paul received his Bachelor of Arts and was an educator for 30...

Bonifacio Castillo Jr.

Bonifacio Castillo Jr.

Aug 23, 2020

Bonifacio Castillo Jr., 45, passed away Sunday, August 23, 2020, at Doctors Hospital at Renaissance in Edinburg. Mr. Castillo lived in Edinburg all of his life and was a very dedicated employee of Allied Fire and Protection and a loyal, loving friend to many. Bonifacio is survived by his lovely wife, Gracie Castillo; two sons, Isaac Israel (Yesenia Valdez) Castillo,...

Minerva Rios

Minerva Rios

Aug 23, 2020

EDINBURG - Our beloved, Minerva Rios, 66, passed away Sunday, August 23, 2020 and is with our Father in Heaven. All who new Mine, knew she loved her children and grandchildren with her whole soul. Mine was a devoted wife, adoring grandmother, and the most selfless person. Words can not express the love she had for her family. See you...

Jesse Gene Howerton

Jesse Gene Howerton

Aug 22, 2020

JESSE GENE HOWERTON WESLACO – Jesse Gene Howerton, 73, passed away Saturday, August 22, 2020, in Weslaco. Born in Long Lane, Missouri, Jesse lived in Weslaco since the early 2000s. He is preceded in death by his parents, Mary Edith and Ira Howerton; and five siblings. Jesse is survived by two daughters, Toni Howerton of Milan, IL, Tanya Noriega of...

Enrique Cortez

Enrique Cortez

Aug 22, 2020

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Apolonio Hernandez

Apolonio Hernandez

Aug 22, 2020

Apolonio Hernandez, 92, died Saturday, August 22, 2020, at his residence in Edinburg. Mr. Hernandez is preceded in death by his wife, Jesusa Hernandez; and a newborn son.He is survived by his children, Tomas (Eva) Hernandez, Angelina (Sabas +) Arce, Maria Martina (Alberto +) Garcia, Bernardo (Chris) Hernandez, Jose (Myrna) Hernandez, Maria Idolina (Fernando) Trevino, Maria Cristina (Felipe) Garza, Romana...

Maria Teresa "Terry" Cano

Maria Teresa "Terry" Cano

Aug 21, 2020

Lifelong McAllen resident, Maria Teresa “Terry” Cano, 54, went to be with Lord on Friday, August 21, 2020. She graduated from McAllen High School in 1984 and married her high school sweetheart, Rene Cano, in 1985. Terry’s family meant everything to her; she was well known for her hospitality and kindness. She was a warrior with great faith and leaves...

Antero Castilleja

Antero Castilleja

Aug 21, 2020

ANTERO CASTILLEJA EDINBURG - Antero Castilleja, 81, went home to our Lord Friday, August 21, 2020 in Edinburg. He is preceded in death by his mother, Isabella Tafolla; and a daughter, Sandra Castilleja. Mr. Castilleja is survived by his loving wife, Estela Castilleja of Edinburg; two children, Cynthia (Noe) Torres of Edinburg, Eduardo Rene Castilleja of Hidalgo; three grandchildren, Chelsea...

Enrique T. Vasquez

Enrique T. Vasquez

Aug 19, 2020

ALAMO - Enrique T. Vasquez, 86, entered eternal rest Wednesday, August 19, 2020, at McAllen Medical Center. Born in Nombre de Dios, Durango, Mexico, Mr. Vasquez had lived in Alamo most of his life. He is preceded in death by his parents, Maria and Aureliano Vasquez; a brother, Miguel; and a sister, Evarista. Enrique is survived by his wife, Petra...

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