obituaries

Simon Garcia Velasquez

Simon Garcia Velasquez

Oct 14, 2026

Simon Garcia Velasquez, age 80, of Kingsville, Texas, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on October 14, 2026, in Kingsville, Texas. He was born on May 23, 1946, in Kingsville, Texas, to Pedro Velasquez and Angelita Garcia.

Simon was employed with Celanese for 27 years. He was a talented accordion player, a proud U.S. Marine Veteran, and a devoted...

Mary Lou F. Peña

Mary Lou F. Peña

Oct 14, 2026

Mary Lou F. Peña, 72, of Kingsville, Texas, passed away on October 14, 2026. Born in Kingsville on March 19, 1954, she devoted her life to the community she called home, leaving a legacy of faith, leadership, generosity, and service.

Mary Lou retired as an Administrative Assistant in Payroll at Texas A&M University-Kingsville. Her connection to the university continued through her...

Joseph Louis Constante

Joseph Louis Constante

Oct 9, 2026

Joseph L. Constante, age 80, of Kingsville, Texas, passed away on October 9, 2026, in Kingsville, Texas.

Born on July 6, 1946, in Kingsville, he was the beloved son of the late Jesus and Amparo Constante.

Joseph was a retired heavy equipment mechanic and a proud U.S. Marine Corps Vietnam War veteran. He was also a member of the V.F.W., D.A.V., the...

Sister Maria Delia Zapata

Sister Maria Delia Zapata

Oct 3, 2026

Sister Maria Delia Zapata, age 85, of Kingsville, Texas passed away on October 3, 2026 in Kingsville, Texas. She was born on November 19, 1941 in Robstown, Texas to Agapito and San Juana Zapata.

Sister Delia faithfully served God and the Church for 66 years as a member of the Misioneras Hijas De La Purisima Virgen Maria (Missionary Daughters of the...

Dalila O. Villanueva

Dalila O. Villanueva

Sep 23, 2026

Dalila Olivarez Villanueva, age 63, of Kingsville, Texas passed away on September 23, 2026, in her hometown. She was born on January 20, 1963, in Kingsville, Texas to Joel and Socorro Olivares.

Dalila was a homemaker who cherished the simple moments of life and the time she shared with those close to her. She will be deeply missed by her loved...

Otoniel Delgado

Otoniel Delgado

Sep 21, 2026

Otoniel Delgado, age 61, of Kingsville, Texas, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2026, in Kingsville. He was born on October 25, 1964, in Edinburg, Texas.

Otoniel was a retired self-employed mechanic, but his greatest pride and purpose in life was his family. He was a devoted provider and protector who spent his life making sure those he loved were taken...

Debra Kay Rivera

Debra Kay Rivera

Sep 20, 2026

Debra Kay Rivera, age 68, of Kingsville, Texas passed away on September 20, 2026, in Corpus Christi, Texas. She was born on March 9, 1958, in Grand Junction, Colorado to Zuron and Lucretia Kubli.

Debra was a retired waitress who took pride in caring and serving others. She will be remembered above all for her extraordinary kindness. Everyone who knew her...

Guillermo De Leon Jr.

Guillermo De Leon Jr.

Sep 20, 2026

Guillermo De Leon Jr., 43, of Mexia, Texas, passed away on September 20, 2026, in Mexia, Texas. He was born on November 16, 1982, in Kingsville, Texas.

Guillermo was a dedicated employee of J. Irwin Construction, where he served as Chief Operating Officer. Junior was loved by so many and will forever hold a special place in the hearts of everyone...

Flavio M. Salazar

Flavio M. Salazar

Sep 18, 2026

Flavio M. Salazar, 66, of Kingsville, Texas, passed away on September 18, 2026, in his hometown. He was born on November 30, 1959, in Kingsville, Texas, to Juan Gilberto and Victoria Salazar.

Flavio was a retired carpenter who dedicated many years to his work and took pride in the life he built for his family. He will be remembered by his...

Alicia Guerrero Sanchez

Alicia Guerrero Sanchez

Sep 14, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Alicia Guerrero Sanchez, age 74, of Kingsville, Texas. She became our guardian angel on Monday, September 14, 2026.

She was born on October 24, 1951 in Alice, Texas, to Gregorio & Hilda Guerrero.

Alicia was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt & friend whose kindness, strength &...

Artemio D. Alanis

Artemio D. Alanis

Sep 14, 2026

Artemio D. Alanis, de 71 años, residente de Kingsville, Texas, falleció el 14 de Septiembre de 2026 en Corpus Christi, Texas. Deja un legado de trabajo arduo, recuerdos entrañables y una familia que lo amaba profundamente.

Artemio nació el 13 de Abril de 1955 en Dr. Coss, Nuevo León, México, hijo de Benito y Elfida Alanis. Trabajó muchos años como carpintero...

Luis M. Garcia

Luis M. Garcia

Sep 4, 2026

Luis M. Garcia, age 80, of Kingsville, Texas, passed away on September 4, 2026, in his hometown.

Born on January 21, 1946, in Kingsville, Texas, to the late Enrique and Eloisa Garcia, Luis was a loving father, grandfather, brother, and friend who was deeply cherished by his family and community. A retired carpenter, Luis took pride in his work and in...

Urbana (Vana) C. Garcia

Urbana (Vana) C. Garcia

Aug 31, 2026

Urbana (Vana) C. Garcia, 77, of Kingsville, Texas passed away surrounded by family on August 31, 2026, in San Antonio, Texas.

Vana was a retired civil service employee with NAS Kingsville for more than 20 years and a member of Saint Martin's Catholic Church. She was a proud graduate of Texas A&M University - Kingsville. Vana had a deep passion for...

Rachel Yanez Granato

Rachel Yanez Granato

Aug 31, 2026

Rachel Yanez Granato, age 95, of Kingsville, Texas, passed away peacefully on August 31, 2026, in Kingsville, Texas.

Born on August 20, 1931, in Big Spring, Texas, Rachel was the daughter of Ynez and Dolores Yanez.

Rachel was a devoted homemaker and a member of St. Martin’s Catholic Church. She loved to read and found comfort in reading her prayer books and...

Asencio C. Barrera Jr.

Asencio C. Barrera Jr.

Aug 28, 2026

Asencio C. Barrera Jr., 80, was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, tío, amigo, and compadre to so many. He was a lifelong resident of Kingsville, Texas. He entered Heaven on August 28, 2026.

Born in Kingsville on March 17, 1946, to Asencio P. Barrera Sr. and Juliana C. Barrera, Chencho, as he was known to many, was the youngest...

Frances Maria Kunkel

Frances Maria Kunkel

Aug 23, 2026

Frances Maria Kunkel, age 88, of Kingsville, Texas passed away August 23, 2026, in Victoria, Texas.

Frances was born in Linares, Nuevo Leon, Mexico, and later migrated to the United States, where she became a U.S. citizen.

Frances worked for many years as a chef at El Jardin Restaurant in Kingsville, Texas. She was a housewife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who dedicated...

Guadalupe Sandoval III

Guadalupe Sandoval III

Aug 23, 2026

Guadalupe Sandoval III, of Kingsville, Texas, passed away on August 23, 2026, at the age of 60.

Guadalupe was born on December 27, 1965, in Kingsville, Texas, to Guadalupe and Maria Elena Sandoval Jr. He was a hardworking man who dedicated his life to providing for his family and making sure they were always taken care of. He worked as a...

Cristobal G. De La Rosa

Cristobal G. De La Rosa

Aug 19, 2026

Cristobal G. De La Rosa, age 71, of New Braunfels, Texas, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2026, in New Braunfels.

He was born on December 15, 1954, in Kingsville, Texas, to Adan and Beatrice De La Rosa. Cristobal was a former King Ranch cowboy and car salesman, as well as an employee with Halff Associates. He was a man of...

Jose Antonio "Bibo" Leos

Jose Antonio "Bibo" Leos

Aug 13, 2026

Jose Antonio “Bibo” Leos, age 76, of Kingsville, Texas, passed away on August 13, 2026, in Corpus Christi, Texas surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on June 6, 1950, in Kingsville, Texas, to Julian and Dalia Leos. Bibo worked for many years as a concrete plasterer with Leos Plastering Company. After his retirement, he was employed with the Knights...

Mirta "Mickey" Garza Garcia

Mirta "Mickey" Garza Garcia

Aug 12, 2026

Mirta Garza Garcia, age 79, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on August 12, 2026, in Kingsville, Texas.

Born on November 23, 1946, in Bruni, Texas, to Juan Francisco and Maria de Jesus Garza, Mirta dedicated her life to her family and her faith. She was baptized on October 5, 1947, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in...

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