obituaries

Manuela Garza

Manuela Garza

Jan 29, 2019

Manuela Garza, 63, a resident of Kingsville, Texas passed away January 29, 2019 in Kingsville, Texas. She was born on December 19, 1955 in Matamoros, Tamps, MX. She was preceded in death by her father, Manuel Moya; three brothers, Roy Pena, Oscar Pena, and Pedro Garza; and one sister, Diana Buentello. Survivors include her mother, Refugia G. Pena of Kingsville;...

Rufel G. Muniz

Rufel G. Muniz

Jan 25, 2019

Rufel G. Muniz, 85, of Kingsville, TX passed away January 25, 2019 in Pasadena, TX. He was born on November 5, 1933 in Calliham, TX to Enrique and Timotea Gonzalez Muniz. He was a retired welder/ truck driver. He was preceded in death by three sisters, and two brothers. Survivors include his wife of 64 years, Eva M. Muniz of...

Jimmy "J.D." Houston

Jimmy "J.D." Houston

Jan 15, 2019

Jimmy "J.D." Houston, 64, exchanged his earthly body for his heavenly one on January 15, 2019 after a lengthy illness. He is survived by his beloved wife of 35 years Kathy and children, Rebecca, Justin, Zachery (Allison), Joshua (Lezlee) Jacoby (Amanda), Jimmy Daniel, Kaitlyn, Mirella, Leonardo, Makayla, Joe Henry; 7 beloved grandchildren; and three brothers, Jerry Houston, Joe Houston, and...

Maria Dolores Longoria

Maria Dolores Longoria

Jan 3, 2019

Maria Dolores Longoria, 88, of Riviera, TX passed away January 3, 2019 in Kingsville, TX. She was born on October 22, 1930 in Laredo, TX. She was a retired CNA with Dr. Lemons and a retired housekeeper with Paisano Ranch in Riviera, TX. She was preceded in death by her husband, Adan V. Longoria; and son, David Mario Huerta. Survivors...

Maria G. Robles

Maria G. Robles

Dec 31, 2018

Maria G. Robles, 71, of Kingsville, TX passed away December 31, 2018 in Corpus Christi, TX. She was born on April 24, 1947 in Kingsville, TX to Enrique and Maria Perez. She was a member of St. Martins Catholic Church. She is preceded in death by her husband, Noe Robles; two brothers, Homer and Hector Perez; one sister, Irma Zamora....

Maximo M. Arriaga

Maximo M. Arriaga

Dec 23, 2018

Maximo M. Arriaga, 83, of Kingsville, TX passed away on December 23, 2018 in Corpus Christi, TX. He was born on May 3, 1935 in Kingsville, TX to Manuel and Dolores Arriaga. He was a retired custodial supervisor with Texas A&I University, and was also a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. He is preceded in death by his former...

Balentine Nunez

Balentine Nunez

Dec 23, 2018

Balentine Nunez, 25, of Kingsville, TX passed away December 23, 2018 in Corpus Christi, TX. He was born on February 14, 1993 in Kingsville, TX. He is preceded in death by his father, Humberto Villarreal; maternal grandparents, Miguel and Maria Amparo Nunez. Survivors include his mother, Beatrice Nunez of Kingsville; two brothers, Arnold (Christina) Nunez of Kingsville, and Eloy Nunez...

Mary Evelyn Garrett

Mary Evelyn Garrett

Dec 22, 2018

Mary Evelyn Garrett, 69, a resident of Kingsville, TX passed away on December 22, 2018 in Kingsville, TX. She was born on May 23, 1949 in East Prairie, Missouri to Ivan and Dorothy Ludt. She is preceded in death by her husband, John Garrett Sr.; and several brothers and sisters. Survivors include three sons, John Garrett of Corpus Christi, Christopher...

Jesus R. Cuevas

Jesus R. Cuevas

Dec 14, 2018

Jesus R. Cuevas, 71, of Bishop, TX passed away on December 14, 2018 in Corpus Christi, TX. He was born on August 6, 1947 in Matamoros, Mexico. He was a retired cook with the Laredo Taco Co., and was also a member of Primera Iglesia Baptista Church. He is preceded in death by his niece, Maria Cuevas; one brother-in-law, Alfredo...

Maximino Martinez Jr.

Maximino Martinez Jr.

Dec 13, 2018

Maximino Martinez Jr., 50, of Kingsville, TX passed away December 13, 2018 in Kingsville, TX. He was born on August 29, 1968 in Kingsville, TX. He was a retired food manager with various fast food restaurants in the surrounding area. He was preceded in death by his mother, Gloria A. Martinez. Survivors include his wife of 25 years, Doreen J....

Pamela Sue Martin

Pamela Sue Martin

Dec 11, 2018

Pamela Sue Martin, 62, a resident of Kingsville, Texas passed away December 11, 2018 in Kingsville, Texas. She was born on July 3, 1956 in Bosier City, LA to J.D. and Bonnie Moon. She was a retired homemaker. Survivors include her husband of 43 years, David L. Martin of Kingsville; two sons, Cory (Andrea) Martin of Corpus Christi, and Bryce...

Thelma Basaldua Lara

Thelma Basaldua Lara

Dec 11, 2018

Thelma Basaldua Lara, 61, of Kingsville, TX passed away Decemeber 11, 2018 in Corpus Christi, TX. She was born on January 13, 1957 in Kingsville, TX to Gildardo and Olivia Basaldua. She was formerly employed with Walmart as a Dept. Manager, as well as a caregiver. Survivors include her husband of 28 years, Enrique Lara of Kingsville; one brother, Gildardo...

Lisa T. Alaniz

Lisa T. Alaniz

Dec 4, 2018

Lisa T. Alaniz, 55, a resident of Kingsville, TX passed away on December 4, 2018 in San Antonio, TX. She was born on December 31, 1962 in Kingsville, TX to Emiliano and Angelica Alaniz. Survivors include one sister, Armida (Adan) Munoz of Buda; three brothers, Arnold (Odelia) Alaniz of Kingsville, Emiliano (Norma) Alaniz Jr. of Sinton, and Carlos Alaniz of...

Jesse Lerma

Jesse Lerma

Nov 20, 2018

Jesse Lerma, 60, of Kingsville, TX passed away November 20, 2018 in Kingsville, TX. He was born on September 25, 1958 in Kingsville, TX to Ramon and Genoveva Lerma. He was a former Oilfield Derrickman. He was preceded in death by one brother, Johnny Lerma; and one sister, Ramona Tavalon. Survivors include three sons, Jesse Lerma Jr. (Louisa) of Kingsville;...

Rosa Esquivel Hernandez

Rosa Esquivel Hernandez

Nov 18, 2018

Rosa Esquivel Hernandez, 73, of Kingsville, TX passed away November 18, 2018 in Corpus Christi, TX. She was born on September 4, 1945 in Edcouch, TX to Alberto and Lydia Esquivel. She was a retired home provider. She was also an avid local bingo player. Survivors include her husband of 20 years, Santiago Hernandez of Kingsville; five daughters, Janie Esquivel...

Francisca Gutierrez

Francisca Gutierrez

Nov 18, 2018

Francisca Gutierrez, 80, of Kingsville, TX passed away November 18, 2018 in Corpus Christi, TX. She was born on July 24, 1938 in the King Ranch to Alejos and Jesusa Gutierrez. She was a retired nurse. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest H. Williams; four brothers, Francisco Gutierrez, Jesus Gutierrez, Amado Gutierrez, and Jose Gutierrez; one sister,...

Jose Cano Gonzalez

Jose Cano Gonzalez

Nov 8, 2018

Jose Cano Gonzalez, 71, of Kingsville, TX passed away November 8, 2018 in Kingsville, TX. He was born on August 17, 1947 in Bishop, Texas to Santiago and Dominga Gonzalez. He was a retired retail salesman with various clothing stores in Kingsville. He was also a member of Templo Galilea Church in Bishop. He is preceded in death by one...

Mary R. Velasquez

Mary R. Velasquez

Nov 4, 2018

Mary R. Velasquez, 71, of Kingsville, TX passed away on November 4, 2018 in Kingsville, TX. She was born on March 25, 1947 in Kingsville, TX to Natividad and Alicia Rios. She was a retired sales associate with Bealls. She was also a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Mission Church in Ricardo. Survivors include her husband of 48 years, Pedro...

Donaciano Erebia

Donaciano Erebia

Nov 4, 2018

Donaciano Erebia, 85, of Kingsville, TX passed away November 4, 2018 in Corpus Christi, TX. He was born on May 24, 1933 in Falfurrias, Texas to Faustino and Catalina Erebia. He was a retired Farmer. He is preceded in death by his wife, Mage Erebia; two brothers; two sisters, Delia Erebia and Estella Erebia. Survivors include one son, Donaciano (Leticia)...

Robert B. Ybarra

Robert B. Ybarra

Oct 31, 2018

Robert B. Ybarra, 55, of Kingsville, TX passed away October 31, 2018 in San Antonio, TX. He was born on October 14, 1963 in Kingsville, Texas to Amadeo and Felisa Ybarra Jr. Throughout his life, his passion was law enforcement and photography. He made significant difference while working with Kleberg Co. Sheriff Dept., Attorney General Office, and with the Texas...

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