Obituaries

Julio C. Ayala

Julio C. Ayala

Mar 27, 2021

ULIO C. AYALA MCALLEN - Julio Cesar Ayala, 55, went home to our Lord Saturday, March 27, 2021, at Doctors Hospital at Renaissance in Edinburg. Mr. Ayala was born and had lived in McAllen all of his life. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Julissa Aracely Ayala; his mother, Esperanza Ayala; his father in law, Carlos Espino Sr....

Alma Diaz

Alma Diaz

Mar 26, 2021

Alma Diaz, 84, was called home by God on Friday, March 26, 2021, and is now reunited with her husband, parents, and brothers. Alma graduated from Pan American University in 1957 and was employed as a teacher for over 40 years, ending her professional career at Edcouch-Elsa ISD. She was a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother who will be tremendously...

Raul Eduardo "Roy" "Bio" Salinas

Raul Eduardo "Roy" "Bio" Salinas

Mar 26, 2021

MCALLEN - Raul Eduardo "Roy" Salinas also known as "Bio" to his friends, 57, went home to our Lord Friday, March 26, 2021, in McAllen. Born in Edinburg, Roy was a former resident in Pharr and lived in McAllen for 22 years, where he was a parishioner at Holy Spirit Catholic Church. After graduation, Roy joined his Uncle Oscar and...

Jesus G. Munoz

Jesus G. Munoz

Mar 26, 2021

Jesus G. Munoz, 82 years, went home to the Lord Friday, March 26, 2021, at his residence in McAllen. Born in Kingsville, Jesus lived in McAllen for 51 years and was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church in McAllen where he served as a lector, Eucharistic minister, food pantry volunteer as well as a member of the St. Vincent...

Maria De Jesus Infante Mercado

Maria De Jesus Infante Mercado

Mar 25, 2021

MARIA DE JESUS MERCADO INFANTE EDINBURG - Maria de Jesus Mercado Infante, 84 falleció el jueves, 25 de marzo de 2021 en el hospital Rio Grande Regional en McAllen, Texas. Ella es precedida en la muerte por su esposo, Aniceto Mercado, sus padres, Asicelo Infante y Telesfora Vidales; su hijo, Fernando Mercado; su hermana, Maria Asunción Infante y su hermano,...

Mammie Ruth Reed

Mammie Ruth Reed

Mar 24, 2021

MISSION – Mammie Ruth Reed, 94, went home to our Lord Wednesday, March 24, 2021, at Briarcliff Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. Born in Paducah, TX, Mrs. Reed had lived in Mission since 1976. She was an original "Rosie the Riveter." She is preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Melvin Reed; her parents, Jack and Maggie May; a sister, Marie...

Anita Garza Rodriguez

Anita Garza Rodriguez

Mar 22, 2021

Anita Garza Rodriguez, 61, entered eternal rest Monday, March 22, 2021, at Rio Grande Regional Hospital in McAllen. Mrs. Rodriguez was born in Edinburg and lived there all of her life. She is preceded in death by her parents, Reynaldo and Genoveva Garza; and four brothers, Alex, Roberto, Juanito, and David Garza. Anita is survived by her husband, Jose Luis...

Hortensia Q. Pruneda

Hortensia Q. Pruneda

Mar 20, 2021

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Ramiro Puentes

Ramiro Puentes

Mar 20, 2021

RAMIRO PUENTES PHARR - Ramiro Puentes, 66, died Saturday, March 20, 2021, at his residence in Pharr. He is preceded in death by his parents, Francisco and Sara Puentes. Mr. Puentes is survived by his wife, Abelina Puentes of Pharr; nine children, Esmeralda (Victor) Gonzalez or Pharr, Veronica (Raul) Cavazos, Rudy Puentes, both of Alamo, Leticia (Anselmo) Gonzalez of Edcouch,...

Juanita M. Flores

Juanita M. Flores

Mar 19, 2021

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Paula Hernandez

Paula Hernandez

Mar 17, 2021

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Francisco "Frank" Salinas Sr.

Francisco "Frank" Salinas Sr.

Mar 15, 2021

Francisco "Frank" Salinas Sr., 72, went home to our Lord Monday, March 15, 2021, at Edinburg Regional Medical Center. Born at his residence in Hidalgo County, Frank had lived in Edinburg most of his life. He served in the US Army, where he received a National Defense Service Medal. He is preceded in death by his parents, Maria Monica Paz...

Jovita Gonzalez

Jovita Gonzalez

Mar 15, 2021

JOVITA GONZALEZ SAN JUAN – Jovita Gonzalez, 86, passed away Monday, March 15, 2021, at her residence in San Juan. She was born on April 9, 1934, to Uvaldo Gonzalez and Altagracia Hinojosa Gonzalez in Roma, TX. She is preceded in death by her husband, Ernesto Gonzalez; two grandsons, Omar Montalvo, Joe Ray Buenrostro; two sisters, Emma Ramirez, Irma Yunez;...

Paul Garcia Jr.

Paul Garcia Jr.

Mar 14, 2021

MCALLEN - Paul Garcia Jr., 66, went home to our Lord Sunday, March 14, 2021, surrounded by his family. Mr. Garcia was born and lived in McAllen most of his life. He is preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Martina Garcia; a grandson, Eustacio Christian Mireles; and a brother, Robert Garcia. Mr. Garcia is survived by his common-law...

David Flores

David Flores

Mar 13, 2021

SAN JUAN – David Flores, 67, went home to the Lord Saturday, March 13, 2021, at Mission Regional Medical Center. Born in McAllen, David lived in San Juan all of his life. He is preceded in death by his son, David Flores, Jr.; his parents, Carlos and Guadalupe Flores; two sisters, Maria Albesa Lara, Leonor Flores; and a brother, Carlos...

Giovanni Y. Garcia

Giovanni Y. Garcia

Mar 12, 2021

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Lydia Arcaute

Lydia Arcaute

Mar 11, 2021

Lydia Arcaute, 85, passed away Thursday, March 11, 2021, at her residence in San Juan. She is preceded in death by her husband, Armando Arcaute Sr.; a daughter, Emily Arcaute; her parents, Manuel and Emilia Salinas; and two brothers, Rene Salinas, and David R. Salinas. Mrs. Arcaute is survived by her two children, Armando (Micaela) Arcaute Jr., David Edward (Susan)...

Francisco M. Lara, Sr.

Francisco M. Lara, Sr.

Mar 10, 2021

FRANCISCO M. LARA, SR. MCALLEN – Francisco M. Lara, Sr., 89, went home to the Lord Wednesday, March 10, 2021, at his residence in McAllen. Born in Dr. Arroyo, N.L., MX, Francisco lived in McAllen for most of his life. He is preceded in death by his wife, Rebecca S. Lara; a son, Francisco Lara, Jr.; three brothers, Leonardo Lara,...

Elizabeth Tamayo

Elizabeth Tamayo

Mar 9, 2021

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Roel "Roy" Balli Garza

Roel "Roy" Balli Garza

Mar 8, 2021

Roel "Roy" Balli Garza, 80, died Monday, March 8, 2021, at his residence in San Juan. Born in Alamo, he lived in San Juan for 30 years, and was formerly of California. He served in United States Navy and Navy Reserve, retiring after 24 years of service. He is preceded in death by his parents, Seferino Garza and Manuelita Balli;...