Obituaries

Current Obituaries for Laredo, Texas

Maria Valdivia

Maria Valdivia

Aug 1, 2014

Maria Cristina Valdivia, 92, entered into eternal rest on Friday, August 01, 2014. She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Roberto and Margarita Valdivia; sister and brother in law, Margarita (Raul) Valdivia de Vela; and by her nephew, Miguel Angel Vela. Maria Cristina Valdivia is survived by her nieces and nephews, Raul Vela, Norma Vela, Juanita (David)...

Bessie Dodier

Bessie Dodier

Jul 31, 2014

Bessie G. Dodier, 87, passed away in Laredo, Texas on Thursday, July 31, 2014. A lifelong resident of Laredo, Bessie attended St. Peter's School and, in 1944, graduated from Martin High School. She also attended Texas Women's University in Denton, Texas and was a member of the president's staff at Laredo Junior College. After marrying her beloved husband Emilio...

Ricardo Martinez, Sr.

Ricardo Martinez, Sr.

Jul 31, 2014

Mr. Ricardo Martinez, Sr., 57, entered into the presence of Christ on Thursday, July 31, 2014 at a local hospital. He is survived by ten children, numerous grandchildren, other beloved relatives and friends. A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, August 05, 2014 at Iglesia Bautista Nueva Vida at 6 p.m. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the...

Oralia Varela

Oralia Varela

Jul 29, 2014

Surrounded by her loving daughters and family, Oralia G. Varela was called into the Kingdom of Heaven on Tuesday, July 29, 2014. Oralia was born on September 9, 1926 in Detroit, Michigan to her parents, Oscar Garcia and Sofia Alva. In 1944, she attended the American Business School in Monterrey, Mexico where she received a degree in Accounting and...

Dominga Holguin

Dominga Holguin

Jul 29, 2014

Ps. 23"El Seor es mi Pastor, nada me faltara." Mrs. Dominga R. Holguin, 73, entered into the kingdom of heaven on July 29, 2014 at a local hospital. Dominga was a wonderful mother, grandmother, mother-in-law, sister, aunt and friend to many. Her faith in our Lord Jesus Christ has been passed on to those that survive her. Into the...

Madison Garza

Madison Garza

Jul 29, 2014

I'm In The Arms of Jesus (Poem 6) "Daddy, please don't look so sad, Mama please don't cry~ "Cause I am in the arms of Jesus and He sings me lullabies." Please, try not to question God, Don't think he is unkind Don't think He sent me to you, and then He changed his mind. You see, I am...

Eduardo Gonzalez

Eduardo Gonzalez

Jul 25, 2014

Eduardo Gonzalez joined our Lord in His heavenly kingdom on Friday, July 25, 2014 at the age of 39. Eddie Gonzalez is survived by his parents, Jose and Guadalupe Gonzalez; wife, Mara Resendez; surviving children Victoria and Eli Gonzalez; Nicole, Meghan, and Alexandra Gonzalez, and son, Adam Gonzalez; sisters, San Juana (Israel) Romero, Mirtha (Emilio) Escobar, Sandra (Americo) Landa,...

Genaro Hinojosa, III

Genaro Hinojosa, III

Jul 25, 2014

Genaro (Geno) Alfonso Hinojosa III was born 4 OCT 1991 in Laredo, Texas. Geno walked into the loving arms of our Lord on 25 July 2014 at the age of 22. Geno was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Ysidoro and Maria Barrientos and his paternal grandmother, Sylvia Hinojosa. Geno is survived by his loving parents Genaro and...

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...