Obituaries

Dec 4, 2024

HECTOR MANUEL SALINAS

EDINBURG - Hector Manuel Salinas, age 84, born in Los Herreras, Mexico, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 4, 2024. 

For 50 years, Hector owned Hector's Barber Shop, where his hard work and dedication earned him the respect of the community. His passion for his work and outgoing personality forged lasting relationships with countless customers, many of whom became...

Dec 3, 2024

RUBEN GARZA, SR.

PHARR – Ruben Garza, Sr., 94, passed away on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at Mission Valley Nursing and Transitional Care.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Nestor and Escela Garza; and his eight siblings.

Ruben is survived by his wife, Ramona Garza; three children, Juan Guadalupe (Olga Alicia) Garza, Ruben Garza, Jr., and Maribel Castro; five grandchildren, Natalie...

Dec 3, 2024

ALAMO- Matilde Lopez, 65, died Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at Doctors Hospital at Renaissance in Edinburg.

She is preceded in death by her her husband, Noe Lopez; and her parents, Ascencion and Esiquia Cuevas.

Mrs. Lopez is survived by her three children, Kevin Lopez, Alex Lopez, Aaron Lopez; seven grandchildren; 10 siblings, Ramon (Diana) Cuevas, Anita Cuevas, Francisco (Elma) Cuevas, Guadalupe (Irineo)...

Dec 2, 2024

DONALD J. KILLELEA

McALLEN- We are deeply saddened at the loss of Donald Joseph Killelea, who passed away the evening of December 2, 2024 after a short illness.

Born September 16, 1924, to James and Elizabeth Killelea near Seneca, Illinois, he graduated from Ottawa High School in 1942. Donald served in the United States Merchant Marines for 40 months as a radio...

Dec 2, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Gloria Ann Perez, a cherished wife, mom, grandma "Nana", sister, friend, educator, and pillar of our community. Gloria Ann entered eternal rest on December 2, 2024, at the age of 77. Known for her warm smile, kind and loving heart, and infectious enthusiasm, she leaves behind...

Nov 29, 2024

Nov 26, 2024

DR. ABRAM "AB" ESTRADA

SAN JUAN - Dr. Abram “AB” Estrada, 44, passed away on November 26, 2024, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on October 12, 1980, to Alfredo + and Maria De La Luz Estrada, Abram was a man defined by determination, passion, and an enduring commitment to his family and goals.

Abram married the love of his...

Nov 25, 2024

ANGELITA OBREGON LONGORIA

EDINBURG – Angelita Obregon Longoria, 87, passed away Monday, November 25, 2024, at The Bridges in Edinburg. 

Throughout her life, Mom was known for her compassion, generosity, and her unwavering love for her family. As the oldest of eight siblings, she always tried to honor her parents by watching over them and helping them when she could. She graduated...

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Nov 23, 2024

PHARR- Eva Pedroza, 72, died Saturday, November 23, 2024, at Rio Grande Regional Hospital in McAllen.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Francisco and Elisa Pedroza; two brothers, Placido and Angel Pedroza.

Mrs. Pedroza is survived by her husband, Ramiro Jimenez; three stepchildren, Brian (Olivia) Jimenez, Kevin (Jasmine) Jimenez, Kimberly Jimenez; 13 grandchildren; eight siblings, Frank (Sylvia) Pedroza, Joe (Grace)...

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Nov 15, 2024

Hailey Isabel Jasso

 Pharr-Hailey Isabel Jasso, 23, entered eternal rest on Friday, November 15, 2024.

 Born in McAllen, Hailey lived in Pharr and worked as a Registered ICU Nurse at Rio Grande Regional Hospital in McAllen. Hailey devoted her career to caring for others, touching countless lives with her kindness, empathy, and expertise. Throughout her nursing journey, she was honored with multiple...

Nov 15, 2024

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Nov 14, 2024

Harold Wayne Pursley, Jr. 

March 4, 1954 - November 24, 2024

Harold Wayne Pursley, Jr. was born in Edinburg, Texas, on March 4, 1954 and passed away at McAllen Heart Hospital in McAllen, Texas, on November 14, 2024. He was 70 years old. 

Harold was known for his unfailing good nature, his ability to talk to anyone about any subject, his friendship with...