Obituaries

Feb 19, 2026

ANITA M. FLORES

Anita M. Flores Anita passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at DHR Hospital in Edinburg, Texas. 

Though our hearts are heavy, we are also filled with gratitude for the 70 beautiful years she gave to this world. 

Mrs. Anita was a visionary and a leader. For over 25 years, she owned and operated child care centers, shaping the lives...

Feb 18, 2026

MARIA DE JESUS GONZALEZ

EDINBURG – Maria De Jesus Gonzalez, 78, passed away Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at Hidalgo Nursing and Rehabilitation in Center in Edinburg.

She is preceded in death by her daughter, Bertha Gonzalez.

Maria De Jesus is survived by her daughter, Anna Secretto Gonzalez; three siblings, Rosa Martinez, San Juanita Sosa and Manuel Perez; and numerous nieces and newphes.

Visitation will...

Feb 18, 2026

It is with a heavy heart that we bid farewell to our father James (Jimmy) Evins of Edinburg. At 93 years old, he died peacefully Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at The Gardens at Brook Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care in Pharr following hospice care.

During his life he spent many years travelling throughout Mexico and South Texas serving farmers with...

Feb 18, 2026

MARIA ARGELIA RIOS DE RIOS EDINBURG – Maria Argelia Rios de Rios, de 80 años, fue llamada a la presencia del Señor el miércoles 18 de febrero de 2026 en el DHR Health Hospice en Edinburg. 

Está precedida en la muerte por su esposo, Ramiro Rios; y dos hermanos, Mario Rios y Lorenza Ramirez. 

La Sra. Rios deja en duelo a sus...

Feb 17, 2026

Janice “Jan” Bergman, 88, died on February 17, 2026 in Colleyville, Texas. She was born on January 6, 1938 in Axtell, Kansas, as the only daughter and youngest child of Alban Haug and Angela (Karnowski) Haug of Seneca, Kansas.

At age four, Jan moved with her parents and two older brothers to the family farm south of Baileyville, Kansas. She attended...

Feb 17, 2026

FERNANDO LOPEZ

ALAMO- Fernando Lopez, 73, died Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at McAllen Heart Hospital in McAllen.

He is preceded in death by his father, Reynaldo Lopez, Sr.; and two siblings, Gustavo and Jesus Lopez.

Fernando is survived by his wife, Gloria S. Lopez; four children, Micaela Alvarado, Maggie Alvarado, Fernando Lopez Jr., Esteban Lopez; 11 grandchildren; his mother, Martha Lopez; siblings, Reynaldo...

Feb 17, 2026

ERNESTO “TOTO” MUNOZ

PHARR- Ernesto “Toto” Munoz, 60, died Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at Rio Grande Regional Hospital in McAllen.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Manuel and Rosa Munoz; and a brother, Manuel Munoz Jr.

Ernesto is survived by his wife, Monica Munoz; two sons, Ernesto Munoz Jr. and Manny Munoz; and a sister, Julia Ruiz.

Visitation will begin at 1...

Feb 16, 2026

LUZ IRENE MAGALLAN

SAN JUAN- Luz Irene Magallan, 65, died Monday, February 16, 2026, at Doctor’s Hospital at Renaissance in Edinburg.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Jose and Juanita Lujan; two brothers, Ricardo Lujan and Alberto Lujan; and two sisters, Rosalinda Vargas and Elva Reyes.

Luz Irene is survived by her husband, Ruben Magallan; three children, Magdalena Magallan, Maritza Magallan...

Feb 16, 2026

Feb 15, 2026

EDINBURG – Hermelinda “Melin” Rodriguez, 84, died Sunday, February 15, 2026, at Doctor’s Hospital at Renaissance in Edinburg.

She is preceded in death by her son, Ernesto Puentes; and her parents, Odilon Rodriguez and Apolonia Barcenas.

Mrs. Rodriguez is survived by her children, Jose Guadalupe Puentes, Javier (Rosa Elia Martinez) Puentes, Ruben (Maria Rosario Garcia) Puentes, Rogelio Puentes, Bertha Alicia Puentes, Maria...

Feb 14, 2026

JUANITA GARCIA SALINAS

ALAMO - Juanita Garcia Salinas, 79, passed away Saturday, February 14, 2026, at Windsor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Edinburg. 

Juanita is survived by her husband, Juan Ramon Salinas; daughter, Erica Salcedo; two grandchildren, Brillana Salcedo, Miah Esperanza Salcedo; great-grandson, Ayden Xavier Arispe; four siblings, Santiago Lopez, Jose Luis Torres, Lydia Zamora, and Baldemar Aguirre. 

Cremation will take place at...

Feb 12, 2026

SOPHIA ALESANDRA HERNANDEZ

PHARR – Sophia Alesandra Hernandez, 9, passed away Thursday, February 12, 2026, at Driscoll Children's Hospital in Edinburg.

Sophia is survived by her parents, Jay and Arizbe Hernandez; four siblings, Ezekiel, Andrea, Arlette, and Carolina Hernandez; paternal grandmother, Clarisbel Hernandez; maternal grandparents, Roberto and Helen Renteria; aunts and uncles, Roberto Renteria, Yadira Renteria, Ricardo Renteria, Isabel Renteria, Javier Hernandez,...

Feb 12, 2026

ALAMO – Pedro Trejo, 73, died Thursday, February 12, 2026, at his residence in Donna.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Esperanza Trejo; his parents, Gumercindo and Maria De Los Angeles Trejo.

Mr. Trejo is survived by three sons, Hugo Pedro Trejo, Jr., David Trejo, Oscar Trejo; four grandchildren; and five siblings.

Visitation will begin at 5 p.m., with a 6...

Feb 12, 2026

JULIO CESAR GARCIA

PHARR- Julio Cesar Garcia, 51, died Thursday, February 12, 2026, at Rio Grande Regional Hospital in McAllen.

He is preceded in death by his brother, Juan Manuel Garcia, Jr.

Mr. Garcia is survived by his wife, Linda Garcia; five children, Julio Cesar Garcia, Jr., Angel Daniel Garcia, Samantha Loraine Garcia, Izayah Ali Garcia, Destynee Lynn Garcia; his parents, Juan Manuel...

Feb 11, 2026

In Loving Memory of Casey Ryan Faires

Casey went to be with Jesus on February 11, 2026. Casey was a beloved husband, father, son, and brother. He was a man of strong character whose life was rooted in faith. Casey loved the Lord and delighted in His Word, striving each day to live with integrity, compassion, and purpose.

Casey proudly served in...

Feb 9, 2026

Rogelio “Roy” Mancha, 69, entered into eternal rest Monday, February 9, 2026, at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center in Houston.

Mr. Mancha was a lifelong resident of Pharr. He was a loving and doting father and grandfather who loved being outdoors, playing football and basketball with his grandchildren. Roy was very social and enjoyed spending time with his brothers, sisters, and...

Feb 9, 2026

SAN JUAN – Ruben Romero, 79, died Monday, February 9, 2026, at his residence in San Juan.

He is survived by his five children, Jose Francisco Romero, Martin Romero, Roberto Romero, Maria Guadalupe Romero, Angel Ruben Romero; and numerous grandchildren; and great-grandchildren.

Visitation will begin at 5 p.m., with a 6 p.m. rosary Thursday, February 12, 2026, at Memorial Funeral Home in...

Feb 9, 2026

ROBERT GARZA JR.

EDINBURG – Mr. Robert Garza Jr. , 78, passed away surrounded by the love of his family, leaving behind a life marked by service, resilience, and devotion to those he held dear.

In his early years, Robert worked alongside his family at the Magnolia bakery, learning the value of hard work, responsibility, and caring for his community. Those lessons...

Feb 8, 2026

ISABEL CASTILLO TREVINO

EDINBURG – Isabel Castillo Trevino, 55, passed away Sunday, February 8, 2026, at South Texas Health System McAllen.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Ezequiel and Herminia Trevino; two brothers, Ezequiel Trevino Jr., Leopoldo Trevino; and sister, Agustina Guajardo.

Isabel is survived by her children; Isaac Guadalupe (Lorian Guzman) Gonzalez Jr., Diana Gabriela (Lucas) Garza, Isabel Guadalupe (Javier)...

Feb 7, 2026

Minerva A. Cantu, 99, died Saturday, February 7, 2026, at her residence in San Juan.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Daniel G. Cantu, Sr.; two sons, Daniel G. Cantu, Jr., and David Victor Cantu; her parents, Jesus and Celia Alvarez; a sister, Carmen Gonzalez; two brothers, Lazaro Alvarez and Eleazar Alvarez.

Mrs. Cantu is survived by her daughter, Delia...