Obituaries

Current Obituaries for Laredo, Texas

Marilyn Mapus

Marilyn Mapus

Jul 22, 2014

MARILYN MAPUS September 02, 1931 - July 22, 2014 Marilyn Lemoine Mapus, 82, a lifelong resident of Laredo, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, July 22, 2014. Marilyn was born September 2, 1931, in Laredo to William J. and Ruby Lemoine. She graduated from Martin High School and received a B.S. from Southwest Texas State University. She taught in the...

Master Ret. Jr.

Master Ret. Jr.

Jul 16, 2014

On the feast day of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, July 16, 2014 and in the presence of his loving family and friends, God called to his heavenly home, MCPO Francis L. Wawroski, Jr., US Navy Ret. He now joins his relatives and friends in heaven and is now at peace. A proud veteran, Master Chief Wawroski served a...

Dorothy Wright

Dorothy Wright

Jul 10, 2014

DOROTHY MAE WRIGHT July 20, 1927 - July 10, 2014 Dorothy Mae Wright, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, July 10, 2014 at the age of 86. Dorothy is survived by her loving husband, Ora Reece Wright; son, Robert Post (Luz Maria) Wright; grandchildren, Josiah Bradley and Angel Dawn Dorothy Wright; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives...

Aurora Duarte

Aurora Duarte

Jul 9, 2014

Aurora A. Duarte, 79, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday July 09, 2014 at the age of 79. Aurora is survived by her loving husband, Manuel Antonio Duarte Sr.; sons, Manuel Antonio Duarte Jr., Mario Alberto (Argelia P.) Duarte Sr., Armando Javier (Rebecca Margarita Garza) Duarte; grandchildren, Mario Alberto (Christina Sanchez) Duarte Jr., Sandi Harsa, Lucinda Christine Duarte, Bianca...

Rosa Gonzalez

Rosa Gonzalez

Jun 27, 2014

Rosa is preceded in death by and her daughter: Yvette Gonzalez. She is survived by her loving husband of 38 years of marriage: Rodolfo Gonzalez, Sr.; children: Yvonne (Ricardo) G. Trejo, Rodolfo (Lisa) Gonzalez, Jr., Denise Gonzalez; grandchildren: Ashley Yvette Trejo, Eric Trejo, Emily Trejo, Haylee Nicole Gonzalez, Rodolfo Gonzalez III, and Ryan Gonzalez; her parents: Valentin and Maria...

Maria Sandlin

Maria Sandlin

Jun 27, 2014

Mara Luisa Sandlin August 25, 1922 - June 27, 2014 Mara Luisa Sandlin, or "Mae" as her teammates called her, passed away in the early morning hours of June 27th. Mary was born on August 25, 1922 and lived a life full of passion and love. This was evident from an early age when she discovered baseball and took...

Rufino Gonzalez

Rufino Gonzalez

Jun 26, 2014

"A very special angel has gone to heaven to look after us." Rufino N. Gonzalez, 54, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, June 26, 2014. Rufino is preceded in death by his mother: Sara G. Gonzalez; paternal grandparents: Rufino N. and Vicenta L. Gonzalez, Sr.; maternal grandparents: Pablo and Paulina M. Guajardo, Sr.; and aunt: Rosa Maria G. Guardiola....

Lucy Timmons

Lucy Timmons

Jun 23, 2014

Mrs. Lucy Ann Timmons went to be with the Lord, Monday, June 23, 2014. She is preceded in death by her husband: Rev. James E. Timmons, and son: Oscar W. Timmons. She is survived by her children: Mr. and Mrs. Pedro & Elizabeth Gutierrez, Ms. Ruth Cantu, Mr. and Mrs. Tom & Mary Staggs, Mr. and Mrs. James &...

Reynaldo Rios

Reynaldo Rios

Jun 22, 2014

"Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted..." (Jesus' words) Matthew 5:4 Mr. Reynaldo Rios, 68, entered the arms of his loving father in heaven on Sunday, June 22, 2014, surrounded by his family. Mr. Rios was a loving and caring man with a great sense of humor. Mr. Rios was an endearing brother and a friend...

Nasario Soliz

Nasario Soliz

Jun 21, 2014

Nasario Soliz, 47, joined our Lord in His heavenly kingdom on Saturday, June 21, 2014. He is survived by his beloved wife, Margarita Soliz; daughter, Leonor Alexandra Soliz; mother, Leonor Soliz Aguirre; sisters, Yolanda (Julin) Villa, Olga Soliz, Josie (Manuel) Reyes, Leonor (Evelio) Lpez, Ramona (Sergio) Montemayor, Connie (Alberto Jr.) Gonzlez, and Felipa (Primitivo) Gamboa; brothers, Rogelio (Isabel) Soliz,...

Maria Garcia

Maria Garcia

Jun 19, 2014

Mara E. Garca passed away Thursday, June 19, 2014. Loving widowed housewife of pioneering house mover Bartolo Garca. A strong woman who survived the death of her husband for 25 years giving guidance to her daughter and grandchildren. Always requesting family meetings and celebrations just for the love of life. Her smiles and laughter will be missed. She is...

Fidencio Vela

Fidencio Vela

Jun 19, 2014

Fidencio Vela, 68, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, June 19, 2014. Mr. Vela had been employed with L.I.S.D. for 38 years and retired from Daiches Elementary School in 2009. Throughout his lifetime, Fidencio touched many lives, meeting and making new friends. He will be deeply missed by his family and all who knew him. Mr. Vela is preceded...

Faith Mainhart

Faith Mainhart

Jun 19, 2014

FAITH ELLEN MAINHART May 06, 1950 - June 19, 2014 Faith Ellen Mainhart, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, June 19, 2014 at the age of 64. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Michael E. Mainhart, Sr., and her parents, Carol P. and Jonathan Ruiter. Faith is survived by her loving children, Stacey Potts, Michael E....

Melba Gutierrez

Melba Gutierrez

Jun 15, 2014

MELBA P. GUTIERREZ December 28, 1929 - June 15, 2014 Melba P. Gutierrez, 84, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, June 15, 2014. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Raymond Martin Gutierrez; parents, Enrique S. and Herminia Rios Perez; brother, Enrique Perez Jr.; and sister, Diana Alaniz. Melba is survived by her sister, Viola (Antonio) Benavides;...

Maria Mancha

Maria Mancha

Jun 12, 2014

Maria de Jesus Mancha, 74, joined our Lord in His heavenly kingdom on Thursday, June 12, 2014. She was preceded in death by her beloved son, Eduardo "Lalito" Mancha; father, Ramon Santos; mother, Maria de la Luz Ruiz; and brother, Cipriano Santos. Maria is survived by her loving husband of over 55 years of marriage, Ezequiel Mancha, Sr.; sons,...

Maria Garcia

Maria Garcia

Jun 11, 2014

Salmo 23 El Seor es mi pastor; nada me faltar. En praderas de hierba El me hace reposar; a las aguas del descanso me gua, mi alma reconforta. El me gua por veredas de justicia, por amor de su nombre; aunque marche por un valle de tinieblas ningn mal temeré: Junto a mi tu vara y tu cayado ellos...

Antonia Chavez

Antonia Chavez

Jun 10, 2014

El martes 10 de junio del 2014 en la ciudad de Laredo, Texas falleci la Sra. Antonia Chavez a la edad de 88 aos habiendo vivido siempre en el seno de la Santa Madre Iglesia Catlica y Apostlica. Le preceden en muerte su esposo: Esteban Chavez; sus padres: Manuel Diaz y Paula Guzman; sus hermanos e hermanas: Arturo Diaz,...

Josephine Lafon

Josephine Lafon

Jun 9, 2014

Josephine Lafon, age 91 passed away peacefully on the 9th of June 2014. Josephine was born in Laredo on the 20th of April 1923. She was the fourth born child of parents, Maria Merriweather Lafon and Louis A. Lafon. Josie and her sister Diana were well known for their cooking and baking skills and worked as caters for Braniff...

Sylvia Mares

Sylvia Mares

Jun 9, 2014

Sylvia Mares, 60, entered into eternal rest Monday, June 9, 2014. She was born in Finlay, Ohio and grew up there until 1971, when she moved to Laredo with her family. She attended her senior year at Nixon High School where she graduated in 1972. Her college years were spent at Texas A&M International University (Laredo State University) where...

Rafael Quiroz Jr.

Rafael Quiroz Jr.

Jun 8, 2014

RAFAEL A. QUIROZ JR. November 30, 1929 - June 08, 2014 As the day was drawing to a close on Sunday, June 8, 2014, so did a book conclude its final page of an enduring, loving, and memorable life of Rafael A. Quiroz Jr., 84; when he closed his eyes and returned to his heavenly home at his residence,...

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