Obituaries

Current Obituaries for Laredo, Texas

Belia Ruiz

Belia Ruiz

Dec 23, 2013

Mrs. Belia Rodriguez Ruiz, passed away Monday, Dec. 23, 2013 in San Antonio, Texas, after a short battle with cancer. She was 77 years of age at the time of her passing, having recently celebrated her birthday. Mrs. Ruiz was a retired nurse with over 30 years of service helping and caring for others. She will be greatly missed....

Rev. Sandlin

Rev. Sandlin

Dec 19, 2013

Into the arms of his heavenly father and after completing a long and faithful journey serving his family and God, Reverend Deacon Larry Sandlin, 89, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, December 19, 2013. Larry was born to Virgil and Minnie W. Sandlin on June 7, 1924 in Waco, Texas. Shortly after moving to Laredo with his family, he...

Ernestina Zertuche

Ernestina Zertuche

Dec 18, 2013

Ernestina Zertuche, 62, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, December 18, 2013. Ernestina is preceded in death by her father: Roman Olivares Torres; husband: Alfredo Zertuche, Jr.; brothers: Ezequiel Olivares-Chavana, and Hector Jesus Olivares-Chavana. She is survived by her daughter: Tanya (Shaun) Rhodes; son: Alfredo Zertuche III.; grandson: Christian Edward Rhodes; brothers and sister: Roman (Beatriz) Olivares-Chavana, Omar (Leticia)...

Jesus Villanueva

Jesus Villanueva

Dec 17, 2013

Jesus Villanueva, 68, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, December 17, 2013. Jesus is preceded in death by his parents: Ildefonso and Perfecta Villanueva. He is survived by his wife: Petra Villanueva, daughter: Maria Mendoza and other loving relatives and friends. Visitation will be held Wednesday, December 18, 2013 at Joe Jackson Heights Funeral Chapels, 719 Loring @ Cortez...

Eliseo Valdez Sr.

Eliseo Valdez Sr.

Dec 16, 2013

ELISEO VALDEZ SR. AUGUST 16, 1923 - DECEMBER 16, 2013 Eliseo Valdez Sr. a World War II veteran who so proudly served his country in the United States Navy was called by the Lord on Monday Dec.16, 2013. After serving his country and marrying the love of his life Lucinda Valdez, he took great pride in working tirelessly all...

Juan Villarreal

Juan Villarreal

Dec 15, 2013

JUAN BENITO VILLARREAL July 10, 1935 - December 15, 2013 Mr. Juan Benito Villarreal, 78, beloved husband and father was called home by his Lord and Savior on Sunday, December 15, 2013. He was preceded in death by his beloved mother, Olivia Torres; son-in-law, Mauro Heredia; and brother-in-law, Victor Gonzalez. Juan is survived by his loving wife of 55...

Lizandro Guerra

Lizandro Guerra

Dec 13, 2013

L.H. "Chando" Guerra, Jr. was called to rest by our Lord on Friday, December 13, 2013. He was 77 years old. L.H. was born on February 7, 1936 and spent most of his life in Laredo. He was preceded in death by his loving parents Eva Lopez-Guerra and Lizandro H. Guerra Sr., granddaughter Ashley Anne Vara and great-grandson Angel...

Maria Lopez

Maria Lopez

Dec 12, 2013

MARIA MARTHA LOPEZ 13 de noviembre 1956 - 12 de diciembre 2013 La seora Mara Martha Lpez falleci el jueves, 12 de diciembre del 2013 a la edad de 57 aos. Le sobrevive su esposo Eugene "Gene" Lpez, su hijo Kevin Lpez, adems de su madre, hermanos y hermanas y otros familiares. Sus servicios fnebres se llevaran a cabo...

Jose Martinez

Jose Martinez

Dec 11, 2013

Mr. Jose Angel "Manito" Martinez, 78, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, December 11, 2013. He is preceded in death by his sister, Carlota Martinez and his brother, Pablo Martinez Jr. Jose Angel leaves behind to cherish his memories, his beloved wife of over 56 years of marriage: Noemi G. Martinez; children: Mirta (Juan Martin) Muoz, Elisa (Juan Francisco)...

Gloria Medellin

Gloria Medellin

Dec 10, 2013

Gloria Medellin, 71 went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 10, 2013. She was born and raised in Laredo to Policarpio and Nieves Medellin on April 4, 1942. She enjoyed being around the family and spoiling her grandchildren. Mrs. Medellin was preceded in death by her parents: Policarpio and Nieves Medellin, her brother, Roberto Medellin, her granddaughter,...

Anselmo Martinez

Anselmo Martinez

Dec 10, 2013

ANSELMO ALFONSO "CHEMO" MARTINEZ February 24, 1957 - December 10, 2013 Anselmo Alfonso "Chemo" Martinez, 56, returned to the arms of our Lord on Tuesday, December 10, 2013. He was a humble, loving, witty and caring man who was loved by all who knew him. Since a young age, he demonstrated a great passion for his faith and was...

Aurora Rodriguez

Aurora Rodriguez

Dec 7, 2013

Aurora Rodriguez, 67, of Stockton, departed her earthly habitat to meet her Lord the evening of Saturday, December 07, 2013, of natural causes. Born on November 6, 1946 in Laredo, TX to Lauro and Herlinda Veytia, Aurora attended Tomas Sanchez Elementary School, Lamar Middle School, and Martin High School before getting married. She had her first child on November...

Francisco Vela Jr.

Francisco Vela Jr.

Dec 7, 2013

FRANCISCO VELA JR. May 30, 1927 - December 07, 2013 Francisco Vela, Jr., 86, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, December 07, 2013. He was a very loving husband and father, His strength, wisdom, and sense of humor built the foundation of 7 daughters, 2 sons, 18 grandchildren, and 10 great grandchildren. He was lovingly known as the "Candy...

Raul Davila, Jr

Raul Davila, Jr

Dec 6, 2013

Raul B. Davila, Jr., 66, entered into eternal rest on Friday, December 6, 2013. Mr. Raul Davila was preceded in death by his father: Raul R. Davila, Sr. He is survived by his loving wife: Ofelia S. Davila; children: Raul Davila, III (Mayra Herrera-Davila), Roel Noel Davila (Maritza), and Nidia Odette Davila; grandchildren: Kristen Danae Davila, Raul Matthew Davila,...

Jose Olguin

Jose Olguin

Dec 5, 2013

Jose Emanuel Olguin, 91, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, December 5, 2013. Jose is survived by his wife: Rita G. Olguin; children: Maria Esperanza (Porfirio Garcia) Olguin, Esteban Marin Olguin, Maria del Rosario Olguin de Toscano, Jose Luis (Elvira) Olguin, Juan Jose (Francisca) Olguin, Rosa Margarita (Juan Garza) Olguin, Maria Sara (Raul) Olguin de Pena, Jose Manuel (Santa...

Sara Arriaga

Sara Arriaga

Dec 1, 2013

SARA S. ARRIAGA 17 de octubre de 1933 ~ 01 de diciembre del 2013 En memoria eterna ser el justo. Salmo 112:6 El domingo 01 de diciembre del 2013 en la ciudad de Laredo, Texas falleci la Sra. Sara S. Arriaga a la edad de 80 aos. Le precedieron en la muerte sus padres, José Sias y Consuelo Cedillo...

Horace Watson, III

Horace Watson, III

Nov 29, 2013

Mr. Horace E. Watson, III passed away on November 29, 2013, in New Braunfels, Texas, where he lived for the past twenty five years in his unique Hill Country home. The much-loved eldest child of Horace E. Watson, Jr. and Julie S. Watson, Horace was born on April 24, 1951, in Laredo, Texas. Horace was a true son of...

Norma Lobo

Norma Lobo

Nov 29, 2013

NORMA L. LOBO 19 de noviembre de 1955 ~ 29 de noviembre del 2013 El viernes 29 de noviembre del 2013 en la ciudad de San Antonio, Texas entro a la presencia de nuestro seor la Sra. Norma L. Lobo a la edad de 58 aos. Le precedieron en la muerte su padre, Julio Lujano, Sr. y su hermano,...

Juan Salinas, Sr.

Juan Salinas, Sr.

Nov 29, 2013

Juan Salinas, Sr., entered into eternal rest on Friday, November 29, 2013 at the age of 76. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. He was also a quiet and gentle man that thought of others before of himself. His pride and joy were his only son and his beloved grandchildren Gaby and JT. We love...

Kahlan Martinez

Kahlan Martinez

Nov 25, 2013

"Then children were brought to him that he might lay his hands on them and pray. The disciples rebuked them, but Jesus said, "Let the children come to me, and do not prevent them; for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these." After he placed his hands on them, he went away." Matthew 13-15 Our little angel,...