Obituaries

Current Obituaries for Laredo, Texas

Adelfa Tijerina

Adelfa Tijerina

Aug 10, 2018

ADELFA TIJERINA June 19, 1940 – August 10, 2018

Miss Adelfa Tijerina, 78, entered into eternal rest on Friday, August 10, 2018.

She was preceded in death by parents, Amador and Guadalupe Tijerina; her brother Amador Tijerina, Jr.; her sister Amada (Isaac, Jr.) Villarreal; her nephews, Eddie Tijerina and Albert Tijerina.

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Rebeca Garza

Rebeca Garza

Aug 7, 2018

REBECA G. GARZA July 22, 1932 – August 7, 2018

Mrs. Rebeca G. Garza, 86, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, August 7, 2018.

She was preceded in death by her daughter Leticia Garza Rodriguez.

She is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, Hector Javier Garza; her daughter Edna...

Ones Medina

Ones Medina

Aug 5, 2018

PFC. ONES RAFAEL MEDINA JUNE 16, 1973 – AUGUST 05, 2018

PFC. Ones Rafael Medina, 45, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, August 05, 2018.

Ones was preceded in death by his mother, Sandra Farmer Medina; grandparents, Simon and Juanita Medina and Ones Carl and Angela Farmer; aunt, Gloria Jean Farmer; and son,...

Norma Vela

Norma Vela

Aug 3, 2018

Norma Margarita Vela, 65, entered peacefully into eternal rest at her home on Friday, August 03, 2018, surrounded by her loving family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Raul Vela Salinas and Margarita Valdivia Vela; her brother, Miguel Angel Vela; and her aunt, Maria Cristina Valdivia.

Left to cherish her memory are her...

Manuela Saenz

Manuela Saenz

Jul 22, 2018

MANUELA SAENZ 21 diciembre 1934 –22 julio 2018

La Sra. Manuela Saenz fue llamada a la mansión celestial el dia domingo 22 de julio del 2018 en su hogar. Ella ya descansa de toda fatiga y se encuentra reunida con todos sus familiares ya difuntos.

Le preceden en muerte su esposo Becafico Saenz; hijos: Carlos...

Domingo Vela

Domingo Vela

Jul 19, 2018

God called Domingo “Mingo” Vela, 48, into his loving presence and gave him rest after a long battle with cancer. Domingo was preceded in death by his father, Domingo Francisco Vela. Left to cherish in his memory is his wife; Amy Vela, daughter; Amy Michelle Vela, mother; Maria Cruz Vela, siblings: Debbie Vela, Anthony “Tony” Vela, Mark Vela, Veronica...

Jose Arredondo

Jose Arredondo

Jul 18, 2018

JOSE ELPIDIO ARREDONDO July 8, 1923 – July 18, 2018

“As I seek God with my whole heart I will surely find Him.” Jer. 29:13

Jose Elpidio Arredondo, 95, was a hard-working, God-fearing, strong, and humble man. He loved everything about life, taking pleasure in simple things like watering his plants, spending time in the...

Elsa Garcia

Elsa Garcia

Jul 16, 2018

Elsa Rosa Garcia, age 69, was called to be with our Lord on Monday morning, July 16, 2018 after a courageous battle with cancer. She passed away peacefully surrounded by her family.

Ms. Garcia was born and raised in Laredo, Texas. She was employed by the Laredo Independent School District and worked at Bruni Elementary School in...

Luis Rodriguez, Sr.

Luis Rodriguez, Sr.

Jul 15, 2018

“A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself.” –Thomas Campbell

It is with great sadness we announce the eternal peaceful rest of Luis Rodriguez, Sr., 100 years old, on July 15, 2018, surrounded by his family.

Mr. Rodriguez was born on November 17, 1917, to Felix and Dolores Rodriguez...

Maria Charles

Maria Charles

Jul 14, 2018

Maria Aurora Charles September 7, 1925 – July 14, 2018

Mrs. Maria Aurora Charles, 92, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, July 14, 2018.

She was preceded in death by her husband Narcizo Charles II; and her daughters, Yolanda Chapa Charles, Cipriana Charles, and Martha Elena Garcia Charles.

She is survived by her children, Alfredo...

Gloria Barrera

Gloria Barrera

Jul 13, 2018

GLORIA RENDON BARRERA OCTOBER 1, 1927 – JULY 13, 2018

Gloria Rendón Barrera, age 90, went to be with the Lord on Friday, July 13, 2018. She was born in Laredo, Texas on October 1, 1927.

She lived in Laredo her entire life and was preceded in death by her parents, Camilo and...

Delia Cruz

Delia Cruz

Jul 11, 2018

After a long battle with Alzheimer’s, Delia Santa Cruz, 81 went to be with the Lord Wednesday, July 11, 2018.

Her children and grandchildren were her pride and joy. She always gave everyone unconditional love, even in the midst of her battle. Her smile was a ray of sunshine. She will forever be remembered for her grace,...

Laura Almazan

Laura Almazan

Jul 9, 2018

LAURA ALICIA ALMAZAN SEPTEMBER 10, 1961 – JULY 9, 2018

“For I am already being poured out like a libation, and the time of my departure is at hand. I have competed well; I have finished the race; I have kept the faith. From now on the crown of righteousness awaits me, which the Lord,...

Ines Hernandez

Ines Hernandez

Jul 8, 2018

INES HERNANDEZ 28 ENERO 1934 – 8 JULIO 2018 Job 19:25-26 (RVR1995) "Pero yo sé que mi Redentor vive, y que al fin se levantará sobre el polvo, y que después de deshecha esta mi piel, en mi carne he de ver a Dios."

En el día del Señor, domingo 8...

Alonzo Gates, II

Alonzo Gates, II

Jul 3, 2018

ALONZO EDWARD GATES January 30, 1954 – July 3, 2018

Alonzo Edward Gates II, entered into eternal rest on July 3, 2018. Alonzo, known to all as "Lonnie," was born in Laredo, Texas on January 30, 1954. He was a philanthropist and an ardent supporter of the arts, but he considered himself a ranch man...

Jose Hinojosa

Jose Hinojosa

Jul 1, 2018

JOSE ALBERTO HINOJOSA NOVEMBER 25, 1969 – JULY 1, 2018

Jose Alberto Hinojosa, 48, entered into the kingdom of heaven on July, 1, 2018 surrounded by loved ones.

Left to cherish his memory are his children Alexis L. Hinojosa, Jessica M. Hinojosa, and Joe A. Hinojosa; along with his father Jesus Hinojosa; siblings:...

Antonio Cantu

Antonio Cantu

Jun 29, 2018

ANTONIO ARNOLDO CANTU JANUARY 5, 1941 – JUNE 29, 2018

Dr. Antonio Arnoldo Cantu, Ph.D., age 77, entered into eternal rest into the kingdom of God on Friday, June 29, 2018.

He was born on January 5, 1941, in Laredo, Texas to Vidal Venancio Cantu and Esperanza Lozano de Cantu, and was one...

Adela Gonzalez

Adela Gonzalez

Jun 29, 2018

ADELA L. GONZALEZ OCTOBER 14, 1925 – JUNE 29, 2018

Mrs. Adela L. Gonzalez, 92, entered into eternal rest on Friday, June 29, 2018.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Salvador and Juanita De Luna; her sister Consuelo M. Flores; and brother Salvador De Luna.

She is survived by her son Alejandro Gonzalez;...

Victor Valdez

Victor Valdez

Jun 26, 2018

Victor V. Valdez February 17, 1953 – June 26, 2018

We grieve the loss of our dear Victor Vicente Valdez. He died with the hope of the resurrection in his heart and surrounded by his wife Maria de los Angeles Valdez; and his children, Esmeralda (Omar) Maldonado, Rogelio (Patricia) Saucedo, Daniel (Selina) Saucedo, and Carmela Saucedo.

Victor...

Ysela Sandoval

Ysela Sandoval

Jun 25, 2018

Ysela Sandoval June 14, 1974 – June 25, 2018

Ysela Sandoval, beloved mother, wife, daughter, and sister entered into The Kingdom of God on Monday, June 25, 2018 at the age of 44.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Chale and Paquita Perez, Cayetano and Dora Tijerina; and her father-in-law, Arturo...