Obituaries

Librada Solis

Librada Solis

Sep 1, 2018

LIBRADA SOLIS ALAMO - Librada Solis, 93, died Saturday, September 1, 2018, at The Heights of Alamo. Born in Melvin, Texas, Mrs. Solis lived in Alamo since 1977 and was a member of Inspiration Ministries. She is preceded in death by her husband, Jose Solis; her parents, Diego C. and Juanita Bermea; and two brothers, Juan Antonio Bermea, Jose Bermea....

Maria Belia Villarreal

Maria Belia Villarreal

Sep 1, 2018

SAN JUAN – Maria Belia Villarreal, 76, passed away peacefully Saturday, September 1, 2018, at McAllen Medical Center. Maria was born in Corpus Christi and lived in San Juan all of her life. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother who had strong faith in God. Maria enjoyed visiting nursing homes where she would spend time praying with the residents....

Alfredo "Freddy"  Ledesma

Alfredo "Freddy"  Ledesma

Aug 29, 2018

Alfredo “Freddy” Ledesma, 55, went home to our Lord Wednesday, August 29, 2018, at Doctors Hospital at Renaissance in Edinburg. Alfredo was born in Hillsdale, MI. He truly lived life to the fullest through simple passions; boxing, quail hunting, fishing, traveling, and most importantly, spending time with his family and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jose...

Ernesto Eugenio Bravo

Ernesto Eugenio Bravo

Aug 27, 2018

ERNESTO EUGENIO BRAVO SAN JUAN - Ernesto Eugenio Bravo, 56, died Monday, August 27, 2018, at his residence in San Juan. He is preceded in death by his parents, Erasmo C. and Virginia Q. Bravo; and a brother, Benito E. Bravo. Mr. Bravo is survived by his two sons, Ernesto E. (Veronica) Bravo, Jr of Pharr, Eriberto Bravo of San...

Manuelita S. Meza

Manuelita S. Meza

Aug 26, 2018

MANUELITA S. MEZA PHARR/ALAMO - Manuelita S. Meza, 82, passed away Sunday, August 26, 2018, at Rio Grande Regional Hospital in McAllen. Born in San Juan, she lived in Mexico and Alamo most of her life. Manuelita dedicated her life to her beloved family and Jehovah God. She married the love of her life in 1952, they enjoyed dancing. their...

Stephanie Nicole Reyes

Stephanie Nicole Reyes

Aug 25, 2018

STEPHANIE NICOLE REYES EDINBURG – Stephanie Nicole Reyes, 31, died Saturday, August 25, 2018, at her residence in Edinburg. She is preceded in death by her father, Guadalupe Reyes. Ms. Reyes is survived by her mother, Elvia Reyes; two sisters, Michelle Reyes and Christina Reyes; a brother, Aaron Reyes; two nephews, Mark Gomez, Christian Gomez, Perla Gomez, all of Edinburg;...

Israel "Rod" Rodriguez

Israel "Rod" Rodriguez

Aug 18, 2018

EDINBURG – Israel “Rod” Rodriguez, 85, went peacefully in his sleep Saturday, August 18, 2018, at Windsor Arbor View in Edinburg surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Rodriguez was born in Edinburg and lived there most of his life. He was a veteran of the United States Army, a retired IRS Agent, and owner of Rod’s Tax Service. He is...

Reynaldo  Garza

Reynaldo  Garza

Aug 17, 2018

REYNALDO GARZA McAllen - Reynaldo Garza, 67, died Friday, August 17, 2018, at Mission Regional Medical Center. He is preceded in death by his parents, Ignacio and Carolina Garza; and a brother, Noe Garza. Reynaldo is survived by his wife, Margarita Garza of McAllen; two sons, Billy of California, Danny of McAllen; a daughter, Cathy (Dolph) of California; three grandchildren,...

Melinda Ann Garza

Melinda Ann Garza

Aug 16, 2018

MELINDA ANN “MELLY” GARZA PHARR – Melinda Ann Garza, 41, died Thursday, August 16, 2018, in San Juan. Born in McAllen, she had lived in Pharr all of her life and was a 1995 graduate of PSJA North High school. Melly wore her heart on her sleeve and will be missed by her family and friends. Melinda is survived by...

Faith "Faye" Wilkinson

Faith "Faye" Wilkinson

Aug 15, 2018

FAITH “FAYE” WILKINSON MCALLEN – Faith “Faye” Wilkinson, 82, passed away peacefully Wednesday, August 15, 2018, at her residence in McAllen. She’s born, she lived, she died! The born part was in Lawton, OK, November 2, 1935, came to Texas while still taking a bottle, lived in South Texas finally settling in Corpus Christi due to the 2nd World War...

Esther Tijerina

Esther Tijerina

Aug 12, 2018

ESTHER C. TIJERINA – Edinburg, TX February 13, 1926 – August 12, 2018 Esther C. Tijerina, age 92, entered eternal rest on August 12, 2018 at Amara Hospice. Ester was a hard worker. She began working in the fields, packing shed and house cleaning at age 15 to help support her family. She liked to cook for her family, especially...

Marianela  Alanis Salinas

Marianela  Alanis Salinas

Aug 12, 2018

MARIANELA ALANIS SALINAS McAllen - Marianela Alanis Salinas, 69, died Sunday, August 12, 2018, at Rio Grade Regional Hospital in McAllen. She is preceded in death by her parents, Jose and Beatriz Alanis; two brothers, Jose Jaime Alaniz and Miguel Angel Alaniz.Marianela is survived by her two sisters, Elda Tello of Mission, San Juanita Tello of McAllen; numerous nieces and...

Alicia P. Estimbo

Alicia P. Estimbo

Aug 12, 2018

Alicia P. Estimbo, 79, went home to our Lord Sunday, August 12, 2018, at her residence in Houston. Born in Mexico, Mrs. Estimbo had lived in Houston most of her life. She is preceded in death by her loving husband, Nicolas Estimbo Sr. Mrs. Estimbo is survived by her seven children, Nicolas (Carmen) Estimbo Jr. of Sugarland, TX, Sonia Estimbo...

Guadalupe Salinas Jr.

Guadalupe Salinas Jr.

Aug 12, 2018

GUADALUPE SALINAS, JR. MCALLEN - Guadalupe Salinas, Jr. died Sunday, August 12, 2018, at McAllen Heart Hospital. Guadalupe retired as a Lieutenant with the Pharr Police Department and was currently employed by the San Juan Police Department. He is preceded in death by his parents, Guadalupe Salinas and Juanita Salinas; and a sister, Eduvina Salinas (Guzman). Mr. Salinas is survived...

Luciana Farias Parker

Luciana Farias Parker

Aug 12, 2018

LUCIANA FARIAS PARKER SAN JUAN - Luciana Farias Parker went on to be with the Lord on August 12, 2018 at the age of 65. She was born in Rio Grande City, Texas to Wenceslado and Graciela Farias. She graduated from Pan American University and earned a Juris Prudence Doctorate Degree at Reynaldo G. Garza School of Law. She touched...

Ruben Vera

Ruben Vera

Aug 11, 2018

SAN JUAN – Ruben Vera, 62, went home to our Lord Saturday, August 11, 2018, at Amara Hospice in Edinburg. Born in Edinburg, he had lived in San Juan most of his life. He is preceded in death by his parents, Daniel and Consuelo Vera; and two brothers, Daniel and Arturo Vera. Mr. Vera is survived by his loving wife...

Esther Alanis

Esther Alanis

Aug 10, 2018

EDINBURG – Esther Alanis, 70, went home to our Lord Friday, August 10, 2018, at her residence in Edinburg. Born in Monterrey, N.L., Mrs. Alanis had lived in Edinburg most of her life. She is preceded in death by her loving husband, Javier Alaniz; and her mother, Natalia Delgado. Mrs. Alanis is survived by five children, Laura (William) Alanis-Walley of...

Victoriana H. Cavazos

Victoriana H. Cavazos

Aug 10, 2018

PHARR - Victoriana H. Cavazos, 92, went home to our Lord Friday, August 10, 2018, at Rio Grande Regional Hospital in McAllen. Born in San Benito, she had lived in Pharr all of her life. She is preceded in death by her husband, Tiburcio Olivarez; a daughter, Consuelo Olivarez; and her parents, Victoriano and Lazaro Cavazos. Victoriana is survived by...

Wingate Cary Evans

Wingate Cary Evans

Aug 10, 2018

ALAMO - Wingate Cary Evans, 52, was a resident of Alamo, Texas at the time of his passing on August 10, 2018. He was born June 25, 1966 in Wilmington, North Carolina to Dennis Ray Evans and Linda Sue Scarborough. He passed away peacefully with his loving wife, Yvonne Lopez-Evans and two daughters, Dallas Marie Evans and Cassandra Adalyce Guerrero...

Efrain Munguia

Efrain Munguia

Aug 10, 2018

EFRAIN MUNGUIA EDINBURG – Efrain Munguia, 46, went to his eternal rest Friday, August 10, 2018. Mr. Munguia was born and lived in Edinburg all of his life. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, hunting, fishing and barbecuing. Efrain will be remembered for his quick wit and sense of humor. He is survived by his wife, Zenet Gutierrez; his children, Emily,...