Obituaries
Martina G. Tijerina
Sep 11, 2026
MCALLEN – Martina G. Tijerina, 89, passed away Friday, September 11, 2026, at her residence in McAllen.
Martina will be remembered by her love of music, relaxing by the beach, shopping for special outfits, her beauty, words of wisdom and comfort. She loved with a firm but gentle heart. She will be remembered for the love she gave everyone from her...
Cesar Banda
Sep 11, 2026
CESAR BANDA
EDINBURG - It is with deep sadness and great love that we share the passing of Cesar Banda, who left us on the 11th of September at the age of 66 at Windsor Arbor View in Edinburg.
To those who knew Cesar, he was so much more than a husband and a parent. He was the person who loved the...
Irma Gómez
Sep 10, 2026
Irma Gómez, 85, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at Round Rock Medical Center, leaving behind a legacy of education, service, and dedication to the communities she loved.
Irma was a proud graduate of Edinburg High School. She went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in education and later a master’s degree in education from Pan American University. She...
Rosemary Lois Jenner
Sep 10, 2026
Pharr – Rosemary Lois Jenner, 96, passed away Thursday, September 10, 2026, at The Gardens at Brook Ridge Assisted Living in Pharr.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Richard Joseph Jenner; son, Richard Michael Jenner; and her parents, Maurice and Mary O’Brien.
Rosemary is survived by her five children; Karen Smith, John Jenner, Tom (Teresa) Jenner, Steve (Susan) Jenner, Ed...
Salvador Pastran
Sep 9, 2026
PHARR- Salvador Pastran, 92, passed away Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at his residence in Pharr.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Andres and Maria De Jesus Pastran.
Salvador is survived by his wife, Maria Pastran; five children, Iris (Thomas Brauncinger) Pastran, Salvador (Eunice) Pastran Jr., Joel (Yara Murgia) Pastran, Irma (Jordan Floyd) Pastran, Abel Pastran; nine grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and...
Isabel Trevino
Sep 8, 2026
ISABEL TREVINO
EDINBURG – Isabel Trevino, 73, passed away Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at Rio Grande Regional Hospital in McAllen.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Guadalupe and Trinidad Trevino; siblings, Gilbert Trevino, Jessie Trevino, Lupe Trevino, Freddy Trevino; sisters-in-law, Ester Trevino and Lolli Trevino.
Ms. Trevino is survived by her daughter, Patricia Trevino; three grandchildren, Alejandro (Isabella) Barron, Klarissa Isabel...
Guadalupe "Lupe" Davila
Sep 6, 2026
EDINBURG- Guadalupe “Lupe” Davila, 54, passed away Sunday, September 6, 2026, at McAllen Medical Center.
Lupe will be fondly remembered through his love of football, support in all of his children's endeavors, and devotion to his catholic faith. He was a lifelong fan of the Dallas Cowboys, and could always be counted on to enjoy watching a game alongside his son...
Amalia M. Mariscal
Sep 5, 2026
SAN JUAN – Amalia M. Mariscal, 87, passed away Saturday, September 5, 2026, at her residence in San Juan.
She is preceded in death by her great grandson, Felix Jeremiah Morales, and granddaughter, Alma Leticia Rivera.
Amalia is survived by her husband, Refugio Mariscal Sr.; eight children; Rosa Maria Alonso, Graciela Cabrera, Guadalupe Mariscal, Isidra Cruz, Jose Luis Mariscal, Franscisco Mariscal, Refugio...
Martina Villanueva
Sep 5, 2026
Martina Villanueva, 83, died Saturday, September 5, 2026, at South Texas Health System in McAllen.
She is preceded in death by her son, Leonardo Valdez.
Mrs. Villanueva is survived by her three children, Alma (Manuel) Gutierrez, Primitivo (Maria) Valdez, Jr. and Veronica (Arnulfo) Gonzalez; a daughter-in-law, Rosa Elena Valdez; 10 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren.
Visitation will begin at 4 p.m., with a 6...
David Guerrero
Sep 3, 2026
EDINBURG – David Guerrero, 63, passed away Thursday, September 3, 2026, at his residence in Edinburg.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Jesus Sr. and Manuela Guerrero; and a sister, Idalia Sanchez.
David is survived by his six siblings, Jesus Jr. (Janie) Guerrero, Sarah (Kenneth) Raines, Lisa (Greg) Garza, Eva Guerrero, Ruth (Daniel) Alaniz, Fela (Rodolfo+) Chapa; brother in law,...
Sandra Alonso
Sep 2, 2026
ALAMO – Sandra Alonso, 54, passed away Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at South Texas Health System Heart in McAllen.
She is preceded in death by her father, Lucio Solis; and a brother, Lucio Solis Jr.
Sandra is survived by her husband, Ernesto Alonso; daughter, Ashley Michelle Alonso; one grandchild; mother, Ana Maria Alonso; sister, Esmeralda Gomez; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will...
Servando Olivarez Trevino
Sep 2, 2026
SERVANDO OLIVAREZ TREVINO
EDINBURG – Servando Olivarez Trevino, 83, passed away Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at South Texas Health System Edinburg.
A laborer and rancher who spent many years working the land with strength, perseverance, and pride. He was never afraid of a long days work and understood the meaning of sacrifice and providing for those he loved.
“Rancho San Jose, tierra que...
Carlos Alonso Ibarra Capulin
Aug 29, 2026
CARLOS ALONSO IBARRA
DONNA – Carlos Alonso Ibarra, 30, passed away Saturday, August 29, 2026, in Rio Grande City.
He is preceded in death by his father, Juan Manuel Patino.
Mr. Ibarra is survived by his wife, Valeria Alanis; three children, Addelyn Ibarra, Ariana Ibarra, Haziel Ibarra; mother, Hortencia Capulin; five siblings, Juany Ibarra, Antonio Ibarra, Juan Manuel Ibarra, Anahi Ibarra, Mari Ibarra;...
Alfonso "Poncho" Cruz
Aug 28, 2026
SAN JUAN —Alfonso "Poncho" Cruz, 86, passed away Friday, August 28, 2026, at his residence in San Juan.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Anacleto and Tiburcia Cruz.
Poncho is survived by his wife, Irais Cruz; 15 children; Alfonso (Lucy Martinez) Cruz Jr., Norma (Luterio) Dominguez, Leticia (Genaro) Herrera, Nora (Noe) Borego, Jose Cruz, Carlos (Norma Salinas) Cruz., Silvia (Pedro)...
Victor Hernandez
Aug 28, 2026
ALAMO- Victor Hernandez, 51, passed away Friday, August 28, 2026, at his residence in Alamo.
Victor is survived by his wife, Anna Hernandez, six children; Joseph Fuentes, Victor (Priscilla Torres) Hernandez Jr., Victoria (Angel Iniguez) Hernandez, Paolina (Joe Martinez) Garcia, Gabriel Hernandez, Michael Hernandez, five grandchildren, Leonel Fuentes, Jacob Fuentes, Noah Fuentes, Damian Martinez, Camila Iniguez, parents, Fidencio and Maria Hernandez,...
Eleazar Guajardo Aguilar
Aug 27, 2026
ELEAZAR GUAJARDO AGUILAR
EDINBURG – Eleazar Guajardo Aguilar, 90, passed away Thursday, August 27, 2026, at his residence in Edinburg.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Maria Magdalena Guajardo; parents, Fernando and Carolta Guajardo; two sisters, Deila Longoria and Carlota “Cotita” Villarreal.
Mr. Guajardo is survived by his six children, Luis Alejandro (Janie) Guajardo, Eleazar (Leyda) Guajardo Jr., Fernando (Lupe) Guajardo,...
Guadalupe C. Ramos
Aug 26, 2026
Alamo – Guadalupe C. Ramos, 82, passed away Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at her residence in Alamo.
She is preceded in death by her daughter, Linda Ramos; parents, Lorenzo and Benita Cabarrubia; and four siblings.
Guadalupe is survived by her husband, Felipe Ramos; her five children Lupe Ramos, Felipe Ramos Jr., Ruben (Kippie) Ramos, Gloria Flores and Alicia (Andres) Ramirez; 16 grandchildren;32...
Teresita "Terri" Andrade
Aug 26, 2026
Teresita Sanchez Andrade of San Juan, 52, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at Rio Grande Regional Hospital in McAllen, Texas. Her passing leaves a deep emptiness in the hearts of all who knew and loved her, but her beautiful spirit, strong faith, and countless memories will remain with us forever.
Teresita, lovingly known as "Terri" was preceded in...
Aurelio R Pina
Aug 26, 2026
Alamo – Aurelio R. Pina, 88, passed away Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at South Texas Health System Heart Hospital in McAllen.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Maria Luisa Pina; son, Aurelio Pina Jr.; grandson, Gabriel Pina; parents, Jose and Julia Pina Jr.; and four siblings, Irene Pina Lozano, Alicia Pina Escobedo, Mariano Pina, and Jose Pina III.
Aurelio is...
Cipriano Barcenas Reyes
Aug 26, 2026
MCALLEN– Cipriano Barcenas Reyes, de 77 años, entró en el descanso eterno el miércoles 26 de agosto de 2026 en su residencia en McAllen.
Cipriano fue un amado esposo, padre, abuelo, bisabuelo, hijo y hermano. Fue profundamente amado por toda su familia y será enormemente extrañado.
Le precedieron en muerte su hijo, Fernando Barcenas; sus padres, Fernando Barcenas y María Reyes; y...

