Mabel Permenter Bunch

Mabel Permenter Bunch was born on October 15, 1921, in Seguin, Texas, and passed away on March 15, 2026, in Harlingen, Texas.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Homer Bunch; her parents, Henry and Valeriana Permenter; her siblings, Valree, Henry, and William; as well as four stepchildren, two nephews, and two nieces. Mabel is survived by her nephew, Henry P. Marez, and her niece, Sarah Treto, who will remember her fondly.

Visitation will be held at Buck Ashcraft San Benito Funeral Home beginning at 9:30 a.m., followed by a funeral service at 10:00 a.m. A graveside service will take place thereafter at Ashland Memorial Park Cemetery in Harlingen. Pallbearers will include Raul Treto Jr., Albert Treto, Alex Treto, and Frank Gomez.

The family extends sincere gratitude to Treasure Hills Healthcare and Rehabilitation Nursing Home for their dedicated care over the past 21 years. Appreciation is also expressed to the local Lutheran church, which, despite Mabel’s Baptist faith, faithfully provided visits, bouquets, balloons, and cards that brought comfort and joy to her days.

Mabel Permenter Bunch lived a full life of 104 years — to God be the glory.