Obituaries
Ofelia Torres
Jun 25, 2026
San Juan - Ofelia Torres, 89, died Thursday, June 25, 2026, at Rio Grande Regional Hospital in McAllen.
She is survived by her provider, Tiffany Nieves; and several friends.
Visitation will begin at 5 p.m., with a 6 p.m. rosary Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at Memorial Funeral Home in San Juan. Cremation will take place at Memorial Cremation Center in Edinburg.
Funeral services...
David Rivera
Jun 24, 2026
DAVID RIVERA
SAN JUAN – David Rivera, 69, passed away Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at South Texas Health Systems in McAllen.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Pedro Rivera and Tomasa Bernal; and two brothers, Juan and Javier Rivera.
David is survived by his son, David (Magaly) Rivera, Jr.; two grandchildren, Kaleb Rivera and Liam Rivera; ten siblings, Valentina (Antonio) Garza,...
Isabel P. Rodriguez
Jun 23, 2026
ISABEL P. RODRIGUEZ
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Isabel P. Rodriguez who was called to Our Lord on June 23rd at the age of 77.
Born on July 8, 1948 in Matamoros, Mexico, Isabel lived a remarkable life in which she blessed others with her kindness, dedication, and love for family and friends. She was known...
Noe E. Boghs
Jun 23, 2026
NOE E. BOGHS
DONNA - Noe E. Boghs, 89, passed away peacefully and was surrounded by his family Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at Doctor's Hospital at Renaissance in Edinburg.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert Boghs and Rosita Casares; brothers, Jose "Pepe" Boghs and Gerald Perkins.
Noe is survived by his sister, Barbara Ann (Lalo) Boghs Cavazos; sister in law,...
Ashley Rubio
Jun 22, 2026
ASHLEY RUBIO
DONNA – Ashley Rubio, 21, passed away Monday, June 22, 2026, at Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston.
Ashley is survived by her parents, Carlos Jr. and Cynthia Rubio; five siblings, Karla Rubio, Carlos Rubio III, Jimena Rubio, Christopher Rubio and Melanie Rubio; niece, Katalea Corona; paternal grandparents, Juana and Carlos Rubio; maternal grandparents, Aidelia Martinez and Franklin Ramon; and several...
Yolanda Romero Oviedo
Jun 22, 2026
YOLANDA ROMERO OVIEDO
MISSION- Yolanda Romero Oviedo, passed away Monday, June 22, 2026, at Comfort House Hospice in McAllen.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Manuel Romero and Esperanza Oviedo.
Yolanda is survived by her siblings, Linda Guevara, Eriselda Banda, Humberto Jose Banda, Francisco Javier Romero; several nieces and nephews, Areli Garcia, Elizabeth Garcia, Edith Guerra, Anthony Sotelo, Camila Sotelo, Catalina...
Guadalupe M. Lozano
Jun 22, 2026
GUADALUPE M. LOZANO
EDINBURG – Guadalupe M. Lozano, 74, passed away Monday, June 22, 2026, at Doctors Hospital at Renaissance in Edinburg.
His greatest love was his family. He cared deeply for each of them and celebrated their milestones with genuine joy and pride. Family gatherings were among his happiest moments, where his warmth, laughter, and presence brought everyone together.
He also found...
Paula Lopez
Jun 21, 2026
PHARR – Paula Lopez, 76, passed away Sunday, June 21, 2026, at DHR Health Hospice in Edinburg.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Santos Lopez; parents, Irineo Garza and Josefina Chapa.
Paula is survived by her children, Santos Lopez, Erika Salazar, Rebecca Lopez, and Maricela Lopez; five grandchildren; four great grandchildren; seven siblings, Araceli Garza, Dolores Villafranco, Gloria Elizondo, Maria...
Angelica "Angie" Gutierrez
Jun 21, 2026
ANGELICA “ANGIE” GUTIERREZ
MCALLEN – Angelica “Angie” Gutierrez, 82, passed away Sunday, June 21, 2026, at her residence in McAllen.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Ruben Gutierrez; parents, Jose and Dolores Gutierrez; and two siblings, Arturo and Aurora Gutierrez.
Angie is survived by two daughters, Michele (David) Gutierrez Chacon and Georginna Gutierrez; and three grandchildren, Ella Marie Chacon, David Chacon...
Leonel Cruz Jr.
Jun 18, 2026
LEONEL CRUZ JR.
WESLACO – Leonel Cruz, Jr., 54, passed away Thursday, June 18, 2026, at Valley Baptist Medical Center in Brownsville.
He is preceded in death by his father, Leonel Cruz; one brother, Michael Lyn.
Leonel is survived by his mother, Mary Anita Handy; siblings, Jaime Cruz and Angie (Julio) Veliz; four nieces and nephews, Elijah, Luca, Emma Veliz, and Bobby Ray...
Eluteria G. Salazar
Jun 17, 2026
Eluteria G. Salazar
EDINBURG – Eluteria G. Salazar, 101, passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at Doctors Hospital at Renaissance in Edinburg.
Eluteria was born in Martindale, Texas on April 18, 1925, to Lazaro and Francisca Gutierrez, she was the oldest of 6 children. At a young age, Eluteria became a migrant farm worker picking cotton with her parents and siblings throughout...
Francisca De La Torre De Martinez
Jun 16, 2026
FRANCISCA DE LA TORRE DE MARTINEZ
SAN JUAN – Francisca De La Torre De Martinez, 75, passed away Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at Las Alturas De Penitas Nursing home.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Erasmo Martinez; and a brother, Rosendo De La Torre.
Francisca is survived by her children, Jerry (Berniece Treviño) Martinez and Erika (Sergio) Martinez De Flores; four...
Roman Garza Rios
Jun 16, 2026
ROMAN GARZA RIOS
MCALLEN – Roman Garza Rios, 91, passed away Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at Weslaco Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
Mr. Rios our father, was born on October 23, 1934, in a small town in Sunnyland, Texas—a place where life was simple, but not always easy. From those early days, he learned the value of hard work, resilience, and standing strong,...
Amador Sandoval
Jun 16, 2026
Amador Sandoval
February 6, 1940 – June 16, 2026
Amador Sandoval, age 86, passed away peacefully on June 16, 2026, at his home in Pharr, Texas, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on February 6, 1940, in Fronton, Texas, to his loving parents Gustavo and Encarnacion Sandoval.
Amador grew up in San Juan, Texas, where his roots were planted, and later...
Jose Guillermo Pardo
Jun 16, 2026
JOSE GUILLERMO PARDO
EDINBURG – Jose Guillermo Pardo, 43, passed away Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at the Valley Regional Medical Center in Brownsville.
He is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Natividad Robles Pardo and Jose Guillermo Pardo Castillo; and maternal grandfather, Julian Gallegos Guevara.
Jose is survived by his wife, Cindy Ramirez; three children, Valerie Vallejo, Corina Arely Pardo, Jose Guillermo...
Marta Escobedo Barreiro
Jun 16, 2026
MARTA ESCOBEDO BARREIRO
Marta Escobedo Barreiro 77, passed away, Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at her residence in Mission.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Jose Maria and Josefina Escobedo; and two siblings, Jose and Bertha Escobedo.
Marta is survived by her husband, Alfredo Barreiro; three children, Alfredo (Maria) Barreiro Jr., Marta Alicia (Johnny) Barreiro, Aleena (Ricardo) Flores; six grandchildren, Sol Ines...
Roman E. Trevino
Jun 16, 2026
ROMAN E. TREVINO
EDINBURG – Roman E. Trevino, 95, a longtime resident of Edinburg, passed away Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at DHR Health Hospice in Edinburg.
He is preceded in death by his son, Roman Trevino Jr.; and daughter, Felipa Flores.
Mr. Trevino is survived by his wife, Adela Maciel Trevino; three children, San Juanita (Ralph) Leal, Pablo (Mary) Trevino, Elena Trevino; seven...
Nicole Delgado Trujillo
Jun 15, 2026
NICOLE DELGADO TRUJILLO
DONNA– Nicole Delgado Trujillo, infant, passed away Monday, June 15, 2026, at Driscoll Children’s Hospital in Corpus Christi.
She is preceded in death by her maternal grandparents.
Nicole is survived by her parents, Perla Trujillo and Jose Nicolas Delgado Espinoza; brother, Javier Diaz; paternal grandparents; as well as aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Visitation will begin at 10 a.m., Friday, June 19,...
Hector Gonzalez
Jun 15, 2026
HECTOR GONZALEZ
EDINBURG – Hector Gonzalez, 75, passed away Monday, June 15, 2026, at Windsor Arbor View in Edinburg.
Mr. Gonzalez dedicated 42 years to Edinburg CISD. His greatest love was his family. He enjoyed family gatherings, fishing, golfing, and hunting. He will be dearly missed but never forgotten.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Raul and Santos Gonzalez; brother, Raul...
Toribio Velazquez
Jun 15, 2026
TORIBIO VELAZQUEZ
SAN JUAN – Toribio Velazquez, 68, passed away Monday, June 15, 2026, at South Texas Health System in Edinburg.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Francisco Velazquez and Natalia Gonzalez; three siblings, Evangelina Salinas, Bertha Flores, and Joe Velazquez.
Mr. Velazquez is survived by his wife, Aida T. Velazquez; two children, Marilyn (Barac) Garcia, Jorge A. Velazquez; four grandchildren,...

