Obituaries

May 27, 2024

PEDRO “PETE” SAENZ

ALAMO- Pedro “Pete” Saenz, 83, died Monday, May 27, 2024, at his residence in Alamo.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Irene Saenz; his parents, Ejipto and Esperanza Saenz; and a brother Juan Saenz.

Mr. Saenz is survived by five children, Miguel (Maribel) Saenz, Pedro (Yesenia) Saenz Jr., Juan (Maria) Saenz, Federico Saenz, Sofia Saenz; 13 grandchildren; six...

May 26, 2024

Anita R. Chavez passed away Sunday, May 26, 2024, at the age of 80 in McAllen, TX.She was the widow of Rogelio Chavez with whom she shared 56 years of marriage. Born August 19, 1943 in Rio Grande City, TX, Anita was a compassionate individual who dedicated her life to caring for her loved ones. She had tremendous faith in God and was always available to support...

May 26, 2024

ELIAS RAUL LUNA SR. EDINBURG - Elias Raul Luna Sr., 81, passed away Sunday, May 26, 2024, at DHR Health Hospice in Edinburg. He is preceded in death by his parents, Nicolas O. Luna Jr. and Francisca Chavez; and brother, Eduardo Luna.Mr. Luna is survived by his wife, San Juanita M. Garcia; four children, Maria Graciela Verastegui, Elias Raul (Martha) Luna Jr.,...

May 26, 2024

May 25, 2024

Con profunda tristeza, anunciamos el fallecimiento de nuestro querido esposo, padre y abuelo, Manuel Alvarez, quien partió de este mundo este 25 de mayo de 2024. Manuel nos dejó a la edad de 70 años, rodeado del amor de su familia y amigos.Manuel nació el 12 de febrero de 1954 a sus padres, Merced y Andrea Alvarez.Le sobreviven su esposa,...

May 25, 2024

Jaime Ochoa, 59, passed away Saturday, May 25, 2024, at Doctors Hospital at Renaissance in Edinburg.He is preceded in death by his parents, Hiram Sr., and Olivia Ochoa; two brothers, Ivan and Hiram Ochoa Jr.Mr. Ochoa is survived by his wife, Velma Ochoa; two children, Jeannine and Jonathan Ochoa; four grandchildren, Brianna, Bridget, Jeremiah, Kaylani; two siblings, Cindy Mathews and...

May 24, 2024

BRUNILDA BECERRAEDINBURG - Brunilda Becerra, 79, passed away Friday, May 24, 2024, at Houston Care Inpatient Care. She is preceded in death by her husband, Esau Becerra; daughter, Sandrita Becerra; and grandson, Ezequiel Feliciano Becerra. Mrs. Becerra is survived by her six children, Ezequiel (Gloria) Becerra, Norma (Arturo) Moreno, Sofia Garcia, Diana Becerra, Alfonso (Yvonne) Becerra, Miroslava (Alberto) Vela; 20 grandchildren; and...

May 23, 2024

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Janet Butters, aged 69, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Janet peacefully departed this life on May 23, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.Janet was born in Albion, Michigan, on December 7, 1954. She spent her early years in Michigan until...

May 23, 2024

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May 22, 2024

SOCORRO ZUMAYA

MISSION- Socorro Zumaya, 74, died Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at Mission Regional Medical Center.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Octavio Garcia; her parents, Dario Zumaya and Guadalupe Gallejos; and two siblings, Alvaro Duran and Yolanda Zumaya.

Mrs. Zumaya is survived by seven siblings, Maria Limas, Jorge Duran, Marco Antonio Zumaya, Dario Zumaya, Carmen Zumaya, Guadalupe Zumaya, Judith Zumaya,...

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CIPRIANA MARES

EDINBURG – Cipriana Mares, 88, passed away Monday, May 20, 2024, at Edinburg Regional Medical Center. 

She is preceded in death by her parents, Andres and Lourdes Rodriguez; four siblings, Santos Rodriguez, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, Hermelinda Cantu, and Severiana Balderas. 

Mrs. Mares is survived by her husband, Francisco Mares; four children, Rudolph (Teresa) Hernandez Jr., Efren Hernandez, Esmeralda (Roy) Garcia, Ruby...

May 19, 2024

DELIA NINO

ALAMO- Delia Nino, 73, died Sunday, May 19, 2024, at McAllen Medical Center.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Isias Nino, and Angelita Reyes; a brother, Eduardo (Ida) Reyes; and a niece Jessica Vasquez.

Ms. Nino is survived by five siblings, Jesus (Yolanda) Reyes, Damacio (Guadalupe) Reyes, Erasmo (Nora) Reyes, Amalia (Mario) Escobedo, Aracelia (Jesus) Gomez; and numerous niece...

May 19, 2024

Jesus "Jesse" Vela Jr., 76, a name synonymous with dedication, leadership, and unwavering commitment to education and community service, left an indelible mark on the Rio Grande Valley through his lifelong passion for empowering individuals and fostering a brighter future for generations to come. Born and raised in Pharr, Texas, Jesus "Jesse" Vela, Jr., died Sunday, May 19, 2024, at...

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