Obituaries

Lucia Saldaña Palacios

Lucia Saldaña Palacios

Jun 5, 2017

Lucia Saldaña Palacios Lucia Saldaña Palacios, longtime resident of Edinburg, Texas, passed away peacefully Monday, June 5, 2017, at her residence surrounded by her loved ones. Born on February 25, 1926 in Kyle, Texas, Lucia was the matriarch of the Palacios family. She met her husband, Nicolas Palacios, Sr., while working in a cotton field, and Nicolas fell in love...

Jesus Ramon

Jesus Ramon

Jun 4, 2017

Jesus Ramon, 92, died Sunday, June 4, 2017, at his residence in Alamo. Born In Guardados De Arriba, Tamaulipas, he was formerly of Houston and had lived in Alamo since 1989. He spent a lot of time outdoors; he enjoyed welding, loved to hunt, and his yard was always well maintained. Jesus was a loving husband, father and grandfather who...

Sebert Alan Hollenbeck

Sebert Alan Hollenbeck

Jun 3, 2017

Sebert Alan Hollenbeck of Vienna, VA and McAllen, TX, entered his eternal rest on Saturday, June 3, 2017, at McAllen Medical Center. He was 74 years old. Alan was born to Sebert Earl Hollenbeck and Minnie Elizabeth (Dickerson) Hollenbeck, on August, 10, 1942, in Washington, DC. He played football at McLean High School, and sang in the A Cappella Choir,...

Carlos Rios

Carlos Rios

May 28, 2017

CARLOS RIOS EDINBURG – Carlos Rios, 71, died Sunday, May 28, 2017, at Doctors Hospital at Renaissance in Edinburg. Born in General Bravo, NL, MX, Mr. Rios had lived in Edinburg all of his life. He is preceded in death by his parents, Julian and Ramona Rios; and a granddaughter, Julissa Chavez. Mr. Rios is survived by his wife, Juana...

Roberto Martinez

Roberto Martinez

May 25, 2017

ROBERTO MARTINEZ ALAMO – Roberto Martinez, 71, entered eternal rest on Thursday, May 25, 2017, in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his loved ones. Born in Alamo, he had lived there his entire life and was employed by Crest Fruit Co. for over 30 years. Roberto was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was well respected...

Jose Ezequiel "Joe"  Patlan

Jose Ezequiel "Joe"  Patlan

May 25, 2017

EDINBURG - Jose Ezequiel “Joe” Patlan, 57, went home to our Lord Thursday, May 25, 2017, at Doctor’s Hospital at Renaissance in Edinburg. Born in Knox County, TX, Joe lived in Edinburg for 20 years and served in the U. S. Army for 7 years. Joe is preceded in death by his mother, Dominga Garces-Acosta; his grandparents, Jose Vallejos-Garces, Andrea...

Richard "Dicky"  Garrett

Richard "Dicky"  Garrett

May 25, 2017

MISSION – Richard “Dicky” Garrett, 70, died Thursday, May 25, 2017, at Doctors Hospital at Renaissance in Edinburg. Richard graduated from PSJA High School before enlisting in the United States Marine Corps. He served 4 tours in Vietnam and was a Purple Heart Recipient. Richard later attended Schreiner College where he earned a Bachelors in Business Administration, and also received...

Estela Delgado

Estela Delgado

May 24, 2017

ESTELLA DELGADO EDINBURG – Estella Delgado, 89, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, May 24, 2017, at Rio Grande Regional Hospital in McAllen. Born in San Isidro, Estella had lived in Edinburg most of her life. She is preceded in death by her husband, Amado Jorge Delgado; a son, Noel Delgado; and her parents, Felipe and Santos Fuentes. Estella...

Yolanda R. Garza

Yolanda R. Garza

May 23, 2017

Yolanda R. Garza, 67, died May 23, 2017, at Edinburg Regional Medical Center. She is preceded in death by her parents, Alejandro and Concepcion Rodriguez. Yolanda is survived by her husband, Juan E. Garza; two children, Alejandro Garza and Lisa Marie Cerda; three grandchildren, Elyssa A. Rodriguez, Gabriela A. Cerda and Caitlyn M. Cerda. Visitation will be held from 5...

Rufino Garza, Sr Sr.

Rufino Garza, Sr Sr.

May 22, 2017

RUFINO GARZA, SR. SAN JUAN – Rufino Garza Sr., 95, died Monday, May 22, 2017, at Rio Grande Regional Hospital in McAllen. Born in Alamo, he had lived in San Juan all of his life and was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Parish. Mr. Garza was a veteran of the United States Army, serving during World War...

Oscar Hernandez

Oscar Hernandez

May 22, 2017

Oscar Hernandez, 52, passed away Monday, May 22, 2017 in McAllen, TX. Oscar was born on September 8, 1964 in Pharr, TX. While he lived in his hometown for most of his life, he also resided in Los Angeles, CA and Willmar, MN. He is preceded in death by his mother, Acension Hernandez; beloved tias, Josefa Hernandez, Jesusa Hernandez, Teresa...

Raul T. Reyes

Raul T. Reyes

May 19, 2017

Raul Reyes, 71, died May 19, 2017 at Doctors Hospital at Renaissance in Edinburg. He is preceded in death by his parents, Melquiades and Amelia Reyes; two sisters, Soila Hamilton and Alicia Nava. Raul is survived by his children, Rodrigo (Josie) Reyes, Raul Reyes, Jr., Adela Reyes and Raquel (Frank) Cavazos all of Edinburg; eight grandchildren; 1 great-granddaughter; former spouse,...

Diana Cardenas

Diana Cardenas

May 19, 2017

DIANA CARDENAS EDINBURG – Diana Cardenas, 68, entered into eternal rest on Friday, May 19, 2017, at Edinburg Regional Medical Center. Diana was born on May 10, 1949 and was a lifelong resident of Edinburg. She worked for Edinburg CISD where she dedicated 32 years to Elementary Education. Many of those years were spent taking her nieces and nephews to...

Roel Rodriguez

Roel Rodriguez

May 19, 2017

ROEL RODRIGUEZ EDINBURG – Roel Rodriguez, 30, died Friday, May 19, 2017, at Metropolitan Methodist Hospital in San Antonio. He is preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Israel Rodriguez; his maternal grandfather, Pedro Barrientes, Sr.; and his paternal step-grandfather, Jose C. Reyna. Roel is survived by his parents, Candelario and Lydia Rodriguez; two brothers, Israel Rodriguez, Pedro Rodriguez; his...

Hector Molina

Hector Molina

May 18, 2017

EDINBURG – Hector Molina, 67, died on Thursday, May 18, 2017, at Edinburg Regional Medical Center. He is preceded in death by his parents, Federico and Martha Molina. Hector is survived by his three children, Patricia Ann Molina, Hector Molina Jr., Federico Manuel Molina; three grandsons, Jack Daniel, Colton Marshall and Oliver Philippe; one brother, Omar Molina; two sisters, Gloria...

Perfecto  Garza

Perfecto  Garza

May 16, 2017

Perfecto Garza died on May 16, 2017 in Edinburg at the age of 72. He was born on April 18, 1945 in Edinburg to his parents, Cornelio and Margarita (Luevano) Garza. He graduated from the University of Texas Pan America with a degree in Psychology. He served in the US Navy on the USS Glover in 1965 where he was...

Santana Galvan

Santana Galvan

May 16, 2017

EDINBURG – Santana Galvan, 91, a World War II Veteran, born at San Luis Ranch in Puerto Rico, Tx., died May 16, 2017 at Alfredo Gonzalez Texas State Veterans Home in McAllen. He is preceded in death by his grandson, Gabriel Cormier; parents, Macedonio and Benita Galvan; two brothers, Servando Galvan and Noe Galvan. Santana is survived by his wife,...

Beatriz Elizabeth

Beatriz Elizabeth

May 15, 2017

BEATRIZ ELIZABETH DE LEON EDINBURG – Beatriz Elizabeth De Leon, 49, went to be with our Lord Monday, May 15, 2017, at Rio Grande Regional Hospital in McAllen. Born in Tulare, California, she lived in Edinburg until the age of 19 and moved to Houston and lived there for over 20 years where she married and had 2 beautiful children....

Carlos Villegas Garza

Carlos Villegas Garza

May 15, 2017

CARLOS VILLEGAS GARZA EDINBURG – Carlos Villegas Garza, 52, died Monday, May 15, 2017, at his residence in Edinburg. Born in Nuevo Leon, MX, Mr. Villegas had lived in Edinburg most of his life. He is preceded in death by his mother Hortencia Garza. Carlos is survived by five children, Carlos Villegas, Jr., Adriana Villegas, Omar Villegas, all of Edinburg,...

Maria Del Rosario Perez Barrera

Maria Del Rosario Perez Barrera

May 13, 2017

Maria Del Rosario Perez Barrera is fondly remembered for her selfless dedication to her family. Rosario, also known as “Chala,” died in her sleep in the loving presence of her family in San Antonio, Texas. She was 99 years old. Chala was an extraordinary woman, an eternal optimist in the face of seemingly insurmountable obstacles. A Great Depression survivor, she...