Obituaries
Paula Monico
Jul 9, 2026
PAULA MONICO
DONNA - Paula Monico, 97, passed away Thursday, July 9, 2026, at her residence in Donna.
She is preceded in death by her daughter, Anna Maria Wilson.
Mrs. Monico is survived by her daughter, Anselma (Eric) Trevino; two grandchildren, Paula Michelle Guadalupe Eck, Javier Eck; five siblings, Margarita Aguilar, Heriberto Aguilar, Santa Ana Aguilar, Wenceslao Aguilar, Fernando Aguilar; and son-in-law, David...
Francisco "Pancho" Marmolejo
Jul 8, 2026
SAN JUAN- Francisco “Pancho” Marmolejo, 75, passed away, Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at McAllen Medical Center.
He is preceded in death by his spouse, Guadalupe Escobar; a son, Francisco Marmolejo, Jr.; parents, Oliverio Marmolejo and Margarita Quesada; three brothers, Alfredo Marmolejo, Santos Marmolejo, and Oliverio Marmolejo, Jr.; a sister, Socorro Marmolejo.
Francisco is survived by his children, Blanca Estela (Jose Armando) Pardo,...
Norberta Escobedo Palacios
Jul 8, 2026
BROWNSVILLE- Norberta Palacios Escobedo, 99, passed away Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at her granddaughter's residence Brownsville.
She is preceded in death by her spouse, Roque Palacios; parents, Pablo Escobedo and Martina Escobedo; and siblings, Maria Escobedo, Antonia Escobedo, Isabel Escobedo, Sara Escobedo, Felipe Escobedo, and Francisca Escobedo.
Norberta is survived by her children, Patricia (Eric) Martin, Rachel Rosalez, and Diana Garcia; six...
Very Rev. Leo-Francis Daniels Kaczmarczyk, C.O.
Jul 7, 2026
Very Rev. Leo-Francis Daniels Kaczmarczyk, C.O.
January 1, 1938 - July 7, 2026
Fr. Leo-Francis Daniels Kaczmarczyk, C.O. was born in Hartford, Connecticut on January 1, 1938 to Leo Charles Daniels and Frances Ann Kaczmarczyk. He entered the Oratory of St. Philip Neri in Rock Hill, South Carolina on August 21, 1958 and was ordained a priest June 5, 1965. His undergraduate...
George Moreno Gutierrez
Jul 6, 2026
PHARR- GEORGE MORENO GUTIERREZ, 80, passed away Monday, July 6, 2026, at Rio Grande Regional Hospital.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Gregorio and Victoriana Gutierrez; six siblings, Eloisa Gutierrez, Eduardo Gutierrez, Candelario Gutierrez, Ramiro Gutierrez, and Estela Gutierrez.
George is survived by his wife of 57 years, Gloria P. Gutierrez; two daughters, Ruth Gutierrez and Elizabeth Gutierrez; grandson, Paul...
Rebeca De La Garza
Jul 6, 2026
REBECCA DE LA GARZA
EDINBURG - Rebeca De La Garza, 82, of Edinburg, Texas, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2026, in her hometown of Edinburg.
Born in Edinburg, Texas, Rebeca was the beloved daughter of Macedonio Aguilar and Concepcion Delgado. Throughout her life, she was known for her strength, independence, and generous heart. She lived life on her own terms, embracing...
Alfredo "Fred" Castañeda Jr.
Jul 5, 2026
Alfredo “Fred” Castañeda Jr., 66, passed away Sunday, July 5th, 2026, at South Texas Health System - McAllen.
Fred was born on August 4th, 1959 in Mercedes, Texas and was the eldest of seven children. He enjoyed baseball and was a little league pitcher as a youth. He graduated from Mercedes High School in 1977 and earned a Bachelor’s in Business...
Carlos Tamez
Jul 4, 2026
CARLOS TAMEZ
EDINBURG - Carlos Tamez, 49, passed away Saturday, July 4, 2026, in Lubbock, TX.
He is preceded in death by his mother-in-law, Dora Valdez; maternal grandfather, Jose Bautista; and father, Juan Tamez.
Mr. Tamez is survived by his wife, Antonia Valdez De Tamez; five children, Jacklyn Renee (Francisco Javier) Alvarez, Carlos Alberto Tamez Jr., Angel Rene Tamez, Ricardo Jazel Tamez, Alexander...
Rev. Manuel Guerra
Jul 4, 2026
ALAMO- MANUEL GUERRA, 74, passed away, Saturday, July 4, 2026 at his residence in Alamo.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Saul Guerra and Eulalia Rivera and a sister, Imelda Guerra.
Manuel is survived by his wife, Eunice Rivas; children, Keila D. Guerra, Nancy G. Reyna, Stephen G. Guerra, Cynthia A. Guerra; grandchildren, Andrew J. Reyna, Angelina N. Escamillla, Bethany...
Andrea Hernandez
Jul 3, 2026
ALAMO- Andrea Hernandez, 97, passed away Friday, July 3, 2026, at Colonial Manor in Pharr.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Juan Hernandez; four children, Tomas Hernandez, Gabriel Pascual Hernandez, Jose Hernandez, Raul Hernandez; a brother, Teodoro Santoyo; and a sister, Jovita Santoyo; step brother, Juan Santoyo.
Andrea is survived by four children, Juan (Reyna) Hernandez, Jr., Maria Teresa (Juan)...
Victoriano Garza
Jul 2, 2026
Victoriano Garza, 89, of Linn/ San Manuel passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 2, 2026, in McAllen, Texas.
Born in Solino, Texas, Victoriano was a proud veteran, devoted cowboy, hardworking farmer and a skilled, self-employed welder who also enjoyed making pan de campo. Living a life defined by honor, strength and dedication, he answered the call to serve his country with...
Brenda Marie Orasi Castellanos
Jul 1, 2026
BRENDA MARIE ORASI-CASTELLANOS
EDINBURG- Brenda Marie Orasi-Castellanos, 33, passed away Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at McAllen Medical Center.
Brenda was one of the kindest, strongest, and most compassionate people you could ever meet. She dedicated her life to helping others, always putting the needs of those around her before her own. Whether it was family, friends, or complete strangers, Brenda never hesitated...
Juan Reyes
Jul 1, 2026
JUAN REYES
SAN JUAN- Juan Reyes, 70, passed away Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at DHR Health Hospice in Edinburg.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Jose Reyes and Maria Saenz.
Juan is survived by his wife, Flora Reyes; three children, Deborah (Lorrie) Lucio, Joanne (Joseph) Avendano, and Johnathan (Alfonso Martinez) Reyes; and a sister, Maria Reyes.
Visitation will begin at 10 a.m....
Ninfa Hernandez
Jul 1, 2026
NINFA HERNANDEZ
PHARR – Ninfa Hernandez, 86, passed away Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at her residence in Pharr.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Guadalupe Hernandez Cantu; three children, Benancio Hernandez, Guadalupe Hernandez, Aldo Hernandez; and four siblings, Salvador Silva, Ofelia Cantu, Humberto Silva and Liborio Silva.
Ninfa is survived by her three children, Alberto Hernandez, Horacio (Patricia Vega), Rene (Francisca)...
Jose Luis Salinas
Jun 29, 2026
JOSE LUIS SALINAS
EDINBURG - Jose Luis Salinas, 75, passed away Monday, June 29, 2026, at Rio Grande Regional Hospital in McAllen.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Raul Fidel Salinas Sr. and Santiaga Ochoa Salinas; brother, Jorge Antonio Salinas; and sister, Maria Delia Nichols.
Mr. Salinas is survived by his four siblings, Raul Fidel (Alicia) Salinas Jr., Armandina Lucila Salinas,...
Rodolfo G. Gonzalez
Jun 28, 2026
RODOLFO G. GONZALEZ
EDINBURG – Rodolfo G. Gonzalez, 85, passed away Sunday, June 28, 2026, in Edinburg.
He is preceded in death by his son, Victor Gonzalez; great grandson, Ethan De La Rosa; parents, Juan Gonzalez and Aurelia Garza; two brothers, Juan Gonzalez, Reynaldo Gonzalez; and stepdaughter, Rachel Hernandez.
Mr. Gonzalez is survived by his wife, Olivia Renteria Gonzalez; three children, Rodolfo Gonzalez...
Jose "Pepe" Francisco Barrios
Jun 28, 2026
JOSE “PEPE” FRANCISCO BARRIOS
SAN JUAN – Jose “Pepe” Francisco Barrios, 64, passed away Sunday, June 28, 2026, at Windsor Las Palmas Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in McAllen.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Paula Hernandez Noyola.
Jose is survived by his three brothers, Benino Hernandez, Genaro Hernandez, Alejandro Hernandez; two nieces and three nephews.
Cremation will take place at Memorial Cremation...
Maria De La Luz Pacheco De Martinez
Jun 27, 2026
MARIA DE LA LUZ PACHECO DE MARTINEZ
SAN JUAN- Maria De La Luz Pacheco De Martinez, 66, passed away Saturday, June 27, 2026 at McAllen Medical Center.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Matias Martinez Alvarado; and a brother, Guadalupe Pacheco.
Maria is survived by her three children, Jose Guadalupe Martinez, Martin Martinez, and Sofia (Ivan Bautista) Martinez; five grandchildren, Kathy...
Candelario Guerra, Jr.
Jun 27, 2026
Candelario Guerra, Jr., 86, entered eternal rest on Saturday, June 27, 2026.
He was a lifelong resident of San Juan and a veteran of the United States Army, serving during the Cuban Missile Crisis.
Candelario is preceded in death by his parents, Candelario and Fructoza Guerra; and five siblings, Homero Guerra, Valdemar Guerra, Inez Rosas, Hilda Guerra, and Prajedis Rene Guerra.
Mr. Guerra...
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...
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