Obituaries

Jul 7, 2016

CARLOS G. SANDOVAL PHARR – On July 7, 2016 Carlos G. Sandoval, 83, was called to be with the Lord our father and entered the eternal gates of heaven. During his time here on earth, Carlos lived a life of honor, sacrifice and love. Carlos was born and raised in Pharr, Texas where he began his career as a decorated...

Jul 5, 2016

ELADIA S. GAITAN PHARR – Eladia de Los Santos Gaitan, 75, passed away July 5, 2016. She is preceded in death by her parents, Narcico and Evangelina de los Santos; and brother, Arcardio Eloy de los Santos. Mrs. Gaitan is survived by her husband of 48 years, Ramiro Gaitan; a daughter, Monica Maria Gaitan; a granddaughter, Dominique Eva Cantu, all...

Jul 5, 2016

ARMANDO “MANDO” GONZALEZ EDINBURG – Armando “Mando” Gonzalez, 53, died Tuesday, July 5, 2016, at his residence in Edinburg. Born in San Juan, Mr. Gonzalez had lived in Edinburg most of his life. He is preceded in death by his father, Ramiro Gonzalez; his grandmothers, Carmen Chasco, Eva Chasco; his grandfather, Domingo Chasco; and a niece, Alyssa M. Salinas. Mando...

Jul 5, 2016

PHARR - Lydia Briones passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by loved ones, Tuesday, July 5, 2016. Lily was born in Pharr, Texas on April 18, 1934 to Miguel and Celia Gonzalez. She is preceded in death by her parents; and a sister, Matilde De Leon of Pharr, Texas. Lily was a woman of strong Catholic faith, she served...

Jul 4, 2016

TERESO CONTRERAS EDINBURG - Tereso Contreras, 74, died Monday, July 4, 2016, at Doctors Hospital at Renaissance in Edinburg. Mr. Contreras was born in Edinburg and lived there all of his life. He is preceded in death by his wife, Daria J. Contreras. Tereso is survived by eight children, Jesus (Paula) Contreras of Louisiana, Joe (Alma) Contreras of San Juan,...

Jul 4, 2016

MCALLEN - Raquel Villarreal, 92, died Monday, July 4, 2016, at McAllen Medical Center. Raquel was a housewife who, for 32 years, volunteered at the Senior Citizen Center, where her passion was crafting and ceramics. The family is honored to have had a faithful woman of God for a mother. Her beautiful smile and wit will be missed at the...

Jul 3, 2016

MARIA A. RINCON SAN JUAN – Maria A. Rincon, 77, died Sunday July 3, 2016, at her residence in San Juan. She was born in San Luis Potosi, MX, and had lived in San Juan most of her life. Maria was a devoted Christian and served at the Basilica of Our Lady of San Juan del Valle for more than...

Jul 3, 2016

MARIA A. RINCON SAN JUAN – Maria A. Rincon, 77, died Sunday July 3, 2016, at her residence in San Juan. She was born in San Luis Potosi, MX, and had lived in San Juan most of her life. Maria was a devoted Christian and served at the Basilica of Our Lady of San Juan del Valle for more than...

Jul 1, 2016

IRENE HERNANDEZ EDINBURG - Irene Hernandez, 84, died July 1, 2016, at Mission Regional Medical Center. She is preceded in death by her husband, Raul Hernandez; a daughter, Georgina Alviar; her parents, Severo and Maria Reyna; and nine siblings. Irene is survived by four children, Ruben (Teresa) Hernandez of Chicago, IL, Bertha (Mike) Velasquez of Harlingen, Beatriz Hernandez of Mission,...

Jun 30, 2016

JOSE M. ESCOBEDO ALAMO – Jose M. "El Canalero" Escobedo, 90, died Friday, July 1, 2016, at Doctors Hospital at Renaissance in Edinburg. Born in Galeana, Nuevo Leon, Mexico, he had lived in Alamo for 16 years and was a member of Iglesia Cristiana Alianza in Pharr. He is preceded in death by a son, Juan G. Escobedo; his parents,...

Jun 30, 2016

ADOLPH “FITO” ESCOBEDO PHARR – Adolph “Fito” Escobedo, 46, died Thursday, June 30, 2016, at McAllen Heart Hospital. Born in Laredo, TX, he had lived in Pharr most of his life and was a Veteran of the US Army. He is preceded in death by his father, Edward Escobedo Sr. Fito is survived by his wife, Patricia Escobedo; six children,...

Jun 29, 2016

JACK A. HEADLEY EDINBURG - Jack A. Headley, 65, died Wednesday, June 29, 2016, at Amara Hospice Inpatient Facility in Edinburg. Born in Brownsville, Mr. Headley lived in Edinburg all of his life. He worked as a Land Surveyor since 1974. In 1986 he formed Quintanilla Headley and Associates Inc., until his retirement in 2007. Jack played Mexican music at...

Jun 25, 2016

LEONILA S. NAVARRO SAN JUAN – Leonila S. Navarro, 94, died Saturday, June 25, 2016, at her residence in San Juan, surrounded by her family. Leonila was born in Bishop, TX and was a life-long resident of San Juan. She is preceded in death by her husband, Luis Navarro; her parents, Teodoro and Herlinda Saenz; a brother, Edwardo (†Olivia) Saenz;...

Jun 24, 2016

Edinburg - Lucia M. Ruiz, 86, died Friday, June 24, 2016, at Doctors Hospital at Renaissance in Edinburg. She was born in Harlingen, Texas and lived in Edinburg most of her life. She was a very strong, loving, and protective mother and wife. Lucia was a very unselfish and caring person with family and friends. She adored her loving husband,...

Jun 24, 2016

PAULA CARRIAGA EDCOUCH - Paula Carriaga, 69, died Friday, June 24, 2016, at her home surrounded by her children. She was a loving wife, awesome mother and even better grandma. She loved life and lived it to its fullest. Her message: Don't Fight, Be Happy, Always Laugh, and Live! She is preceded in death by her parents, Noe and San...

Jun 22, 2016

ABDON SANCHEZ SAN JUAN – Abdon Sanchez, 76, died Wednesday, June 22, 2016, at Rio Grande Regional Hospital in McAllen. He was a life-long musician – music was his passion which he passed on his son and grandson. He battled cancer for 20 years and fought courageously till the end. He will be remembered for his quick wit, sense of...

Jun 22, 2016

Jun 19, 2016

NOE GUZMAN LARRALDE EDINBURG – Noe Guzman Larralde, 70, died Sunday, June 19, 2016, at his residence in Edinburg. Born in Rio Grande City, Mr. Larralde lived most of his life in Edinburg. He is preceded in death by his wife, Norma Linda Perez Larralde; his parents, Marina and Crispin Larralde; two brothers, Alfredo Garcia and Manuel Morado; and two...

Jun 19, 2016

AMADOR "BLACKIE" PECINA EDINBURG- Amador "Blackie" Pecina, 74, passed away Sunday, June 19, 2016, at Amara Hospice in Edinburg. Amador was an amazing father and grandfather. Blackie was a man who always put his family first and he was always willing to help out others in need. He was best known as the face of the Echo Hotel, where he...

Jun 18, 2016

MARIA DEL CARMEN CAPISTRAN BARRERA EDINBURG – Maria Del Carmen Capistran Barrera, 91, passed away peacefully at her home Saturday, June 18, 2016. Born and raised in Mission she was a proud 1944 graduate of Mission High School. Mrs. Barrera was a natural athlete and excelled playing softball into her 50’s. She was a devoted catholic and was a member...