Obituaries

Apr 6, 2025

ALAMO- Rachel Oviedo, 61, died Sunday, April 6, 2025, at McAllen Medical Center.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Jose and Francisca Zepeda; and a sister, Rebeca N. Guerra.

Rachel is survived by her husband, Eduardo Oviedo; three siblings, Jose (Guadalupe) Zepeda, Diana Bell (Reynaldo) Boergne, and Alicia (Ramiro) Orozco.

Visitation will begin at 4:30 p.m., with a 6 p.m. rosary...

Apr 5, 2025

CAPTAIN CARLOS MARTINEZ

EDINBURG – Captain Carlos Martinez, 92, passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2025, surrounded by his family.

Captain Martinez was born and raised in Edinburg, Texas. He was a 20-year Veteran of the United States Marine Corps and served his country proudly during the Korean Conflict and two tours in Vietnam. After his retirement from the Marine Corps, he...

Apr 5, 2025

Javier Sloss, 56, passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at Doctors Hospital at Renaissance in Edinburg. 

He was a proud veteran who served in the US Army. Javier was a man who always smiled and made sure the room laughed and smiled with him or at him. He was a loving father, an amazing grandfather, and giving person of joy...

Apr 3, 2025

M. Roel Peña, a lifelong resident of the Rio Grande Valley and a steadfast advocate for Texas public education, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on April 3, 2025, at the age of 79. A beloved husband, father, friend, educator, administrator, and mentor, Roel dedicated his life to his faith, his family, and his mission to uplift students...

Apr 2, 2025

ANTONIO CAMPOS JR. 

EDINBURG – Antonio Campos, Jr., 69, passed away Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at McAllen Medical Center.

A proud United States Marine Corps veteran, Antonio served his country with honor and integrity, carrying the values of duty and resilience throughout his life. 

Beyond his service, Antonio was a devoted father, a cherished grandfather, and a loyal friend. His wisdom, strength, and...

Apr 1, 2025

ALAMO- Juana M. Alvarez, 88, died Tuesday, April 1st, 2025, at Rio Grande Regional Hospital in McAllen.

Juana M. is preceded in death by her three brothers, Leobardo Alvarez, Luis Alvarez Jr. and Frank Alvarez.

Juana M. is survived by her siblings; Jesus Alvarez, Marcino Alvarez, Juanita Salinas, Elisa Alvarez, Natalia Sosa, Maria A. (Rodolfo) Garza ,Lupe Lopez; and numerous nieces and...

Apr 1, 2025

Mar 31, 2025

ALAMO- Mary Frances Treviño, 65, died Monday, March 31, 2025, at Rio Grande Regional Hospital in McAllen.

Mary Frances is preceded in death by her husband, Eduardo Treviño; her son, Lucas Treviño; her parents, Francisco and Mercedes Martinez; and her three siblings, Steve Martinez, Tony Martinez and Pauline Martinez.

Mary Frances is survived by her daughter, Melissa (Juan Rodriguez) Treviño; granddaughter, Andrea...

Mar 30, 2025

VIRGINIA ROMAN GARCIA

PHARR– Virginia Roman Garcia, 80, passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2025, at Hidalgo Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Edinburg.

She is preceded in death by her parents Francisco and Juana Roman; and her two siblings, Agustina Cortez Roman, and Jesus Roman.

Ms. Roman Garcia is survived by her loving companion, Agustin Vallejo; two sons, Jessie Rosales, and Rudy Hinojosa;...

Mar 30, 2025

MARIA DE JESUS REYNA DE ALFARO

EDINBURG – Maria De Jesus Reyna De Alfaro, 80, passed away Sunday, March 30, 2025, at her residence in Edinburg.

Maria enjoyed watching her favorite football team the Dallas Cowboys and play Loteria with family.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Catarino Alfaro Sr.; three daughters, Maria Elsa Pena, Maria De Jesus Alfaro, Maria De...

Mar 29, 2025

ALAMO- Juan Cruz, Jr., 77, died Saturday, March 29, 2025, at his residence in Alamo.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Juan Cruz, Sr., and Angelita Munoz; and a brother, Raul.

Mr. Cruz is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Mary Lou Cruz; three children, Juan Victor (Edna) Cruz, Estella (Arnold) Mendoza, Juan Oscar (Monica) Cruz; ten grandchildren;...

Mar 28, 2025

TERESA DE JESUS HERNANDEZ

HIDALGO – Teresa De Jesus Hernandez, 72, passed away Friday, March 28, 2025, at South Texas Health System in McAllen.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Agapito Hernandez; parents, Jesus and Teresa Garcia Martinez.

Mrs. Hernandez is survived by her daughter, Maria Guadalupe (Felipe C.) Ayala; three grandchildren, Miguel Angel Olaguez, Felipe Ayala Jr., Sofia Jeanelle Ayala;...

Mar 28, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved, Larissa Diane Harris, 20. A daughter, granddaughter, sister, niece, cousin and friend, Larissa entered eternal rest on Friday, March 28, 2025, at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. Born in Edinburg, Texas, she graduated from Robert Vela High School and was attending St. Edward’s University in...

Mar 26, 2025

NORMA LINDA GONZALEZ

EDINBURG – Norma Linda Gonzalez, 66, passed away Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at her residence in Pharr.

She is preceded in death by her father, Anselmo Garcia.

Mrs. Gonzalez is survived by her son, Oscar Omar Garcia; a grandson; mother, Zulema Garcia; four siblings, Hector Garcia, Roel Garcia, Roberto Garcia, and Dalia Garcia.

Visitation will begin at 5 p.m. with a...

Mar 26, 2025

Mar 26, 2025

RUTH ANN CARLSON

ALAMO- Ruth Ann Carlson, 79, died Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at Comfort House in McAllen.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Leslie and Grtrude Kenzler; and a sister, Patty Kenzler.

Mrs. Carlson is survived by her husband, David Wayne Carlson; and a daughter, Mercedes Carlson.

Cremation will take place at Memorial Cremation Center in Edinburg.

Funeral arrangements are under the...

Mar 25, 2025

DONNA- SanJuanita Beltran Garzez, 63, died Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at DHR Health Hospice in Edinburg.

SanJuanita is preceded in death by her parents, Cristobal Beltran and Amalia Luna.

Mrs. Garzez is survived by her husband, Esteban Garzez; three children, Blanca Garzez Solis, Esteban Garzez, Jr., Cristobal Stephan Garzez; three siblings, Antonio Beltran, Olga Beltran Flores, and Estela B. Pena.

Visitation will begin...

Mar 25, 2025

JOSE SILVERIO BOCANEGRA

EDINBURG – Jose Silverio Bocanegra, 77, passed away Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at his residence in Edinburg.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Andres and Mariana Bocanegra; three siblings, Yolanda Herrera, Ana Maria Flores, Andy Bocanegra, and Hilario Hipolito Bocanegra.

Mr. Bocanegra is survived by his wife, Zeferina Bocanegra; son, Jose Silverio (Grissel) Bocanegra; three grandchildren, Brandon Bocanegra,...

Mar 24, 2025

ADOLFO VALDEZ

EDINBURG – Adolfo Valdez, 100, passed away Monday, March 24, 2025, at Doctors Hospital at Renaissance in Edinburg.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Consuelo G. Valdez; parents, Adolfo and San Juanita Valdez; two sisters, Consuelo Valdez, Rosa Flores; brother, Juan Valdez; and daughter-in-law, San Juanita Valdez.

Mr. Valdez is survived by his five children, Maria Del Socorro (Jose...

Mar 23, 2025

SAN JUAN- Rosa Elia Garcia, 53, died Sunday, March 23, 2025, at her residence in San Juan.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Sebastian and Rosalia Garcia.

Rosa is survived by her four children, Francisco (Jessica) Vasquez, Alfredo (Hannah) Silva, Edward (Margarita) Silva, Steve (Elisa Michelle) Silva; eight grandchildren; and numerous siblings.

Visitation will begin at 5 p.m., with a 6...