Obituaries

Pedro Galvan

Pedro Galvan

Oct 5, 2026

Pedro Galvan

Mission- Pedro Galvan, 51, passed away Monday, October 5, 2026, at Doctors Hospital at Renaissance in Edinburg.

Preceded in death by his parents, Agapito Galvan and Antonia Muniez, and a brother, Raul Galvan.

Pedro is survived by his son, Agapito Leonel Galvan; three siblings, Hermelinda Smith, Matlide Galvan, Slyvia Galvan; and his partner, Layla Galvan.

Funeral services are under the direction of...

Jesusa Guzman

Jesusa Guzman

Oct 3, 2026

EDINBURG– Jesusa Guzman, 88, passed away Saturday, October 3, 2026, at Comfort House in McAllen.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Pedro and Antonia Guzman; and two siblings, Maria G. Ocañas and Pedro Guzman Jr.

Jesusa is survived by her siblings, Teresa and Pablo Guzman; and several nieces and nephews.

Visitation will begin at 4 p.m., with a 6 p.m. rosary...

Gary Wayne Geiser

Gary Wayne Geiser

Oct 3, 2026

MISSION- Gary Wayne Geiser, 83, passed away Saturday, October 3, 2026, at DHR Health Hospice in Edinburg.Gary was born June 19, 1943 in Meadville, Pennsylvania. When he was just a baby, his family moved to a home built by his grandfather in Loyal Oak, Ohio. He graduated from Norton High School in 1961 and voluntarily enlisted in the United States...

Jose Ignacio Garcia

Jose Ignacio Garcia

Oct 2, 2026

Jose Ignacio “Nacho” Garcia

Pharr- Jose Ignacio “Nacho” Garcia, 78, passed away Friday, October 2, 2026,

at Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital.

Preceded in death by his parents, Manuel Rivera Garcia and Francisca Camacho.

Jose is survived by his wife, Pascuala Torres; four children, Jose Manuel Garcia,

Criselda Avila, Gustavo Garcia, Josua Garcia; 13 grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren.

Funeral services are under the direction of Memorial...

Agapita Ruiz

Agapita Ruiz

Oct 1, 2026

Edinburg – Agapita Ruiz, 87, passed away, October 1, 2026, at Edinburg Regional Medical Center.

She was a devoted mother and dedicated housewife who spent her lifetime loving her family. Throughout her beautifully long life of 87 years, her family remained her greatest joy and ultimate pride. The deep love she shared will forever live on in the hearts of her...

Hermila Sanchez

Hermila Sanchez

Oct 1, 2026

In Loving Memory of Hermila “Mila” Sanchez

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Hermila “Mila” Sanchez, 64, a beloved sister, aunt, cousin, teacher, and friend, who passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at her residence in Pharr.

The youngest of seven children, Mila held a special place in the hearts of her family. She was...

Francisca C. Ortiz

Francisca C. Ortiz

Sep 30, 2026

EDINBURG – Francisca C. Ortiz, 84, passed away Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at her residence in Edinburg.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Guadalupe and Bertha Cortinas; and two children, Emilio and Ruben Ortiz.

Francisca is survived by her ten children; Rosa M. Garza, Natalie Ortiz, Raquel Swayze, Guadalupe (Martiniano) Martinez Jr., Gonzalo Ortiz Jr., Hector Ortiz, Arturo A. Ortiz,...

Francisco Madrigal

Francisco Madrigal

Sep 29, 2026

Pharr – Francisco Madrigal, 85, passed away Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at his residence in Pharr.

Francisco is survived by his wife, Santos Madrigal; seven children, Roberto Madrigal, Francisco Madrigal, Juan Jose Madrigal, Rogelio Madrigal, Jesus Martin Madrigal, Maria Evelia Madrigal, and Raul Madrigal; 22 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Carlos Madrigal and Ramon Madrigal.

Visitation will begin at 5 p.m.,...

Laura Magallan

Laura Magallan

Sep 29, 2026

San Juan – Laura Magallan, 78, passed away, September 29, 2026, at her residence in San Juan.

Laura is survived by her husband; Adan Magallan, two daughters; Melissa Magallan, Olivia (Noah) Dennett, 2 grandchildren; Valerie Nicole (Steven) Solis and Ryan Michael Dennett, and five siblings Amelia Marinoff, Aurelia (Frankie) Hernandez, Margie (Jim) McNamara, Juan (Polly) Aguilera, and Greg (Frances) Aguilera.

She is...

Manuel Enrique Contreras

Manuel Enrique Contreras

Sep 28, 2026

Manuel Enrique Contreras, 75, of Alamo, Texas, passed away on September 28, 2026 at Solara Hospital in South Texas Health System Hospital in Mcallen Texas, surrounded by the love of his family.

Manuel Enrique Contreras was born on November 15, 1950, in McAllen, Texas, to Gerardo Contreras and Dominga Contreras. On June 3, 1971, he married the love of his life,...

Christina Herrera

Christina Herrera

Sep 27, 2026

ALAMO – Christina Herrera, 67, passed away Sunday, September 27, 2026, at Rio Grande Regional Hospital in McAllen.

She is preceded in death by her father, Gumaro Herrera; and two siblings, Reynaldo Herrera and Minerva Alvarado.

Christina is survived by her mother, Celia Herrera; four siblings, Gumaro Herrera Jr., Carmen Imelda (Henry) Magallan, Diana Herrera (Steven +) Ortiz, George (Maria Elisa) Herrera;...

Francisca Olga Ramos

Francisca Olga Ramos

Sep 26, 2026

EDINBURG – Francisca Olga Ramos, 92, passed away Saturday, September 26, 2026, at Windsor NRC of Edinburg.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Faustino Ramos; and parents, Cesario and Carmen Guerrero.

Francisca is survived by her step-children; siblings, Cesario and Nela; numerous nieces and nephews; and various cousins.

Visitation will begin at 5 p.m. with 6 p.m. prayer service Thursday, October...

Francisca M. "Bebe" Venecia

Francisca M. "Bebe" Venecia

Sep 25, 2026

FRANCISCA VENECIA

EDINBURG – Francisca Venecia, 90, passed away Friday, September 25, 2026, at her residence in Edinburg.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Leonel Venecia; daughter, Thelma Venecia; parents, Erasmo and Maria Garcia; four siblings, Jose Angel Garcia, Hector Garcia, Heron Garcia, and Humberto Garcia.

Mrs. Venecia is survived by her three children, Thelma Elisa (David) Garza, Elizabeth Venecia, Leonel...

Toraldo C. "TC" Perez Jr.

Toraldo C. "TC" Perez Jr.

Sep 23, 2026

Alamo – Toraldo C. “TC” Perez Jr., 90, passed away Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at his residence in Alamo.

Toraldo Casimiro “TC” Perez Jr. lived a long and accomplished life, one filled with hard work, service, family, and countless memories. He was proud of the life he built and of the many accomplishments he achieved throughout the years.

TC proudly served his...

Silvia Cisneros

Silvia Cisneros

Sep 22, 2026

PHARR – Silvia Cisneros, 69, passed away Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at McAllen Heart Hospital.

Silvia is survived by her husband, Francisco A. Gaona; four daughters, Sonia Gaona, Karina Gaona, Maria Macarena Gaona, Yesica Gaona; nine grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; nine siblings, Rosa Elia Cisneros, Martin Alberto Cisneros, Maria Felicitas Cisneros, Javier Enrique Cisneros, Hilda Cisneros, Hilario Cisneros, Carolina Cisneros, Jose Luis...

Rodolfo "Rudy" Rodriguez

Rodolfo "Rudy" Rodriguez

Sep 21, 2026

ALAMO – Rodolfo Rodriguez, 80, passed away Monday, September 21, 2026, at South Texas Health System McAllen.

He is preceded in death by his first wife, Ruth Rodriguez; parents, Juan and Ignacia Rodriguez; and four siblings, Rogelio, Elva, Elia and Ruben Rodriguez.

Rodolfo is survived by his wife, Mayra Rodriguez; five children, Marisol Rodriguez (Rusty) Tucker, John (Sandra) Rodriguez, Nayely Rodriguez, Alejandra...

Emma P. Solis

Emma P. Solis

Sep 21, 2026

PHARR — Emma P. Solis, 93, peacefully exchanged her earthly address for her heavenly address on Monday, September 21, surrounded by the love and comfort of her family in her home in Pharr, Texas.



Mrs. Solis was born in Los Aldamas, Nuevo León, Mexico. After the passing of both parents, she and her siblings moved to Monterrey, Nuevo León, where they...

Eduardo Rene Sandoval

Eduardo Rene Sandoval

Sep 20, 2026

Eduardo Rene “Eddie” Sandoval

Pharr, Texas

It is with profound sadness that the family of Eduardo Rene “Eddie” Sandoval, 64, of Pharr, Texas, announces his passing.

Born November 12, 1961, Eddie was the beloved son of the late Audomaro E. Sandoval Sr. and Berta V. Sandoval and brother of Audomaro E. Sandoval Jr. and the late Homero Xavier “Homer” Sandoval.

Eddie graduated from PSJA...

Juan Hernandez

Juan Hernandez

Sep 20, 2026

San Juan – Juan Hernandez, 100, passed away Sunday, September 20, 2026, at his residence in San Juan.

Visitation will begin at 4 p.m., with a 6 p.m. rosary Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at Memorial Funeral Home in San Juan. Funeral Service will take place at 12 p.m. Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at Memorial Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at...

Juana Maria Estrada

Juana Maria Estrada

Sep 20, 2026

Alamo – Juana Maria Estrada, 81, passed away Sunday, September 20, 2026, at her residence in Alamo.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Pedro and Manuela Cerda, and brother, Jose Luis Cerda.

Juana is survived by her husband; Juan Estrada, six children; Slyvia (Roberto) Basaldua, Olga (Cristobal) Gonzalez, Jose Estrada, Jaime (Cristina) Estrada, Gilberto Estrada, and Juan Estrada Jr., 11...