Obituaries

Jan 26, 2019

Amalia “Molly” Villarreal, 92, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 26, 2019, at San Juan Nursing Home, surrounded by friends and family. A lifelong resident of Alamo, Molly raised her three children as a single mom. She was the owner of Jimmie’s Goldmine Drive-In in Alamo for 16 years where many, many hamburgers were enjoyed by Alamo patrons, as well...

Jan 22, 2019

RICARDO GUZMAN, JR. EDINBURG- Ricardo Guzman, Jr., 58, went home to the Lord Tuesday, January 22, 2019, at Doctors Hospital at Renaissance in Edinburg. Born in Edinburg, he was a lifetime member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Ricardo began in the music industry following his father’s footsteps when he was 8 yrs old and music was his life. He enjoyed...

Jan 22, 2019

ELIDA C. CANTU PHARR- Elida C. Cantu, 77, went home to the Lord Tuesday, January 22, 2019, at Amara Hospice in Edinburg. Mrs. Cantu was a family oriented woman, who dedicated her life to her family. She enjoyed dancing, playing bingo, drinking coffee and smoking a cigarette. Elida was always happy with a smile sharing her joy with others. Her...

Jan 18, 2019

Jan 18, 2019

Jan 18, 2019

EDINBURG - Alisia Calvillo, 53, went to her eternal rest on Friday, January 18, 2019, at M.D. Anderson Cancer Hospital in Houston. She was born to the late Norberto Calvillo, Sr., and Irene (nee Campos) Calvillo. Alisia graduated from Edinburg High School in 1984. She attended college at Pan American University and Houston Community College, with a focus on Education....

Jan 18, 2019

ARNOLDO CANTU GARZA EDINBURG – Arnoldo Cantu Garza, 68, passed away Friday, January 18, 2019, at his residence. Born on July 4, 1950 in Pharr, TX, Mr. Garza had lived in Edinburg for 30 years. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend. Arnoldo had a passion in helping his children, family and friends. He will always be...

Jan 17, 2019

JOSE ANDRES SALINAS ALAMO - Jose Andres Salinas, 86, died Thursday, January 17, 2019, at The Heights in Alamo. Jose is survived by his wife, Tomasa R. Salinas; a son, Adolfo Salinas; two daughters, Alma Lourdes (Danny) Tate, Anna (Gustavo) Guajardo; seven grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held from 5 to 9 p.m., with a 7 p.m. prayer...

Jan 17, 2019

DAVID QUILICAMO (RONNIE AL) ALCANTAR ALAMO - David (RONNIE AL) 75 went to be with the Lord on January 17, 2019, after a lengthy illness. He was born on September 1, 1943 in Del Rio, TX. He is preceded in death by his mother, Eloisa Sosa, father-in-law, Amancio T. Garza, Sr., mother-in-law, Alicia L. Garza, brother-in-law, Horacio Garza, Sr. and...

Jan 14, 2019

EDINBURG – Ariel Ortiz, 25, went home to our Lord Monday, January 14, 2019, at McAllen Medical Center. Born in Edinburg, Ariel lived there all of her life. She is preceded in death by her parents, Ruben and Mara Ortiz; and her maternal grandfather, Jose Reyes Rosales. Ariel is survived by her maternal grandmother, Josefina “Chepa” Rosales of Edinburg; paternal...

Jan 14, 2019

LEONILA S. LONGORIA Edinburg- Leonila S. Longoria, 76, went home to the Lord Monday, January 14, 2019, at Edinburg Regional Medical Center. Born in Mexico, she had lived in Edinburg most of her life. Leonila dedicated her life to her family and always placed her children before herself. She enjoyed praying and had a strong faith in the Lord. Leonila...

Jan 13, 2019

Leticia Rios, 42, passed away on January 13, 2019 at McAllen Heart Hospital. Leticia is preceded in death by her mother, Maria Rios. Leticia is survived by her father, Jose Rios; her spouse Daniel Zepeda; her three daughters, Erika Zepeda, Angela Zepeda, and Kaylyn Zepeda, all of McAllen; her sister, Patricia Trevino (Rogelio) of San Juan, and one granddaughter, Haven...

Jan 10, 2019

RAY ANTHONY SANTA MARIA SAN JUAN - Ray Anthony Santa Maria, 16, died Thursday, January 10, 2019, at McAllen Medical Center. Born in Grand Forks, North Dakota, Ray is survived by his parents, Jorge Santa Maria Jr. and Rosalva Rodriguez; two sisters, Sanai Renee Santa Maria and Sabrina Santa Maria; his paternal grandparents, Jorge Santa Maria and Juanita Gutierrez, all...

Jan 10, 2019

Mike Santana Cruz, 73, went home to our Lord Thursday, January 10, 2019, at Solara Hospital of McAllen. Mike was born and lived in Edinburg all of his life. He is preceded in death by his parents, Magdaleno and Adela Cruz; and three brothers. Mike is survived by his loving wife, Felicitas Cruz of Edinburg; two children, Rene (Diana) Cruz,...

Jan 9, 2019

Edinburg - Luciano Sepulveda Jr., 55, went home to our Lord Wednesday, January 9, 2019, at Edinburg Regional Medical Center. Born in San Juan, Luciano lived in Edinburg all of his life. He is preceded in death by his father, Luciano Sepulveda Sr.; and a brother, Gilbert Sepulveda. Luciano is survived by his loving wife, Dora Sepulveda; three children, Luciano...

Jan 8, 2019

CRISTINA RAMOS PHARR- Cristina Ramos, 76, went home to the Lord Tuesday, January 8, 2019, at her residence in Pharr. Born in Gral. Teran, N.L., she lived most of her life in Guadalupe, N.L. and moved to Pharr in 1990. Cristina was a member of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini Catholic Church for the last five years. She dedicated her life...

Jan 7, 2019

EDINBURG – Severiana Balderas, 89, passed away Monday, January 7, 2019, in Edinburg, TX. Severiana was born and raised in Edinburg. She was a devoted Jehovah’s Witness as well as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and sister who always welcomed everyone into her home with a generous amount of hospitality and love. She is preceded in death by her loving...

Jan 3, 2019

JESUS MARTINEZ PHARR - Jesus Martinez, 79, died Thursday, January 3, 2019, at Christus Santa Rosa Hospital - Westover Hills in San Antonio. Born in Goliad, Mr. Martinez had lived in Pharr most of his life. He is preceded in death by a daughter, Maria De Jesus "Chachy" Martinez. Mr. Martinez is survived by his wife, Amelia R. Martinez; a...

Jan 3, 2019

NICHOLAS ISAAC “NICK” CADENA McAllen – Nicholas Isaac “Nick” Cadena, 30, passed away Thursday, January 3, 2019, at his residence in McAllen. Nicholas was born in Harlingen but lived in McAllen all his life. He was skilled in auto mechanics. He was a jack of all trades and enjoyed the challenge. Nick had a passion for animals especially dogs and...

Jan 3, 2019

EDINBURG - Victor Prado Sr., 90, went home to the Lord Thursday, January 3, 2019, at his residence in Edinburg. Victor was born on April 7, 1928, to Froilan Prado and Paulita Guzman Prado in Edinburg. He was a lifetime member of Holy Family Catholic Church. Victor joined the ARMY in 1950 and is a veteran of the Korean War....