Local Obituaries for Families in San Benito, Texas

Jun 6, 2025

Valdemar P. Velasquez, 81, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 6, 2025, in Harlingen, Texas. He was born on August 27, 1943, in Sabinas, Hidalgo, Nuevo Leon to Francisco C. Velasquez and Herminia Perez Velasquez.

In his early career, Valdemar worked in agricultural settings, where he found joy in operating a John Deere tractor. He later joined the City of Harlingen's...

Jun 2, 2025

Dr. James Charles Campbell, 77, of Harlingen, Texas, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2025. He was born to David Leonard Campbell and Verda Maxine Ayecock Campbell in Portland, Oregon, on December 6, 1947.

He graduated from the United States Air Force Academy with degrees in Electrical Engineering, Kinesiology, and Theology, and also from the Oregon State University School of Medicine....

May 30, 2025

Louis F. Martin, Jr. went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on May 30, 2025, at the age of 81. Born in Springfield, Illinois, to Louis Martin, Sr. and Eleanor, Louis grew up in Cairo, Illinois, and graduated from Cairo High School in 1961. He served honorably for 8 ½ years in the Illinois and Texas...

May 27, 2025

Thomas “Tom” C. Cox, 73, peacefully passed away on May 27, 2025, in Harlingen, Texas. He was born on June 28, 1951, to Stedman P. and Mary Rita Walls Cox in Houston, Texas.

He was a 1969 graduate of Spring Branch High School, attended the University of Houston, and worked for Bush Supply in Harlingen for many years. In his leisure...

May 26, 2025

Rosalinda “Bibi” Ruiz, age 56, peacefully passed away on May 26, 2025, in Harlingen, Texas. Born on October 24, 1968, in Fremont, Ohio, she was the daughter of Olivio “Lee” Ruiz Jr. and Elena Segovia Ruiz.

Bibi was a dedicated volunteer at Ed Downs Elementary School and was a cherished provider for many friends. She had a passion for crossword puzzles,...

May 24, 2025

Arturo Eduardo Sanchez — “Art” to just about everyone—was welcomed into fullness of God’s mercy on May 24, 2025, at the age of 55. He left this world far too soon, but not without leaving an extraordinary legacy of love, generosity, and humor that lives on in everyone who knew him.

A resident of San Antonio, he was born on January...

May 21, 2025

May 20, 2025

Edward James Glass, 87, of Harlingen, Texas, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2025, surrounded by family.

Born in San Antonio, Ed lived a full and hardworking life. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy and married the love of his life, Irene Glass, in Corpus Christi in 1956. Together, they shared 64 years of devoted marriage, raising three children: Terry...

May 20, 2025

Jose Luis “Joey” Carrizales, aged 63, peacefully passed away on May 20, 2025. Born on January 29, 1962, in San Benito, Texas, he was the son of Carlos Borrego Carrizales and Antonia Pena Carrizales.

Joey had a larger-than-life personality with unrivaled charisma. His love for a microphone and a stage endeared him to those who knew him best. Joey loved and...

May 18, 2025

Gerald J. Saucedo, 70, passed away May 18, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas. He was born November 12, 1954, in Weslaco, Texas to Guadalupe Saucedo and Paula Martinez.

Gerald attended Morgan Hill High School in California and furthered his education with a scholarship to San Jose State College. Over his impressive career spanning more than 40 years, he held various management...

May 17, 2025

Eugenie “Genie” Rose Dunn, 91, of Harlingen, Texas, peacefully passed from this life to her eternal home on May 17, 2025. She was born on February 18, 1934, to Irby Loyd Shelton and Viola Rose Foito Shelton in Detroit, Michigan.

When she was three, her family moved to Memphis, Tennessee. As a little girl, Genie loved to play softball and to...

May 13, 2025

Robert G. Dodson, 74, passed away Tuesday, May 13, 2025, in Harlingen, Texas. He was born on July 20, 1950, in Ft. Worth, Texas to Abe and Louise Dodson.

Robert was a long-time resident of Harlingen; he graduated from the Marine Military Academy. He was a truck driver by trade and drove for Hygeia Dairy Company for many years. Robert had...

May 12, 2025

Graciela Bocanegra, age 72, of San Benito, Texas, is now peacefully awaiting the resurrection hope. She left us on May 12, 2025, in Harlingen, Texas after battling with illness. Known to many as “Gracie” or “Chela”, she was born on July 15, 1952, as the fourth child of Tito and Damiana Bocanegra. Graciela was a beloved sister, mother, grandmother, and...

May 10, 2025

Guadalupe C. Sandoval, 78, peacefully passed away on May 10, 2025, in San Benito, Texas. She was born on September 28, 1946, to Carlos Carrizales Sr. and Antonia P. Carrizales in San Benito.

A devoted member of the Centro de Alabanza Y Poder, Guadalupe enjoyed cooking for her family, gardening, and engaging in various crafts

Guadalupe is preceded in death by her...

May 6, 2025

Our beautiful mom, Beatrice “Skeets” Mae Betts, 102 or known to her grandchildren and great grandchildren as “Mama Gee” suddenly passed away on May 6, 2025.

She was born in Corpus Christi, Texas on September 15, 1922, to Ethel Arnold and W. Edgar Johnston. They later moved to Harlingen where she graduated with the Class of 1940.

After meeting the love of...

May 5, 2025

Rosemary Colleen Hansen passed away on May 5, 2025, at the age of 88. She was born on August 14, 1936, to Peter Syndergaard and Beatrice Brees Syndergaard in Clay County, Iowa.

Rosemary attended school in Peterson, Iowa, where she participated in 4-H, played the clarinet in the band, played basketball, and was a cheerleader.

Rosemary is preceded in death by her...

Apr 27, 2025

Graciela M. Lozoya, 77, was called home by the Lord, Sunday, April 27, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Graciela was born on March 15, 1948, in San Benito, TX.

Graciela is preceded in death by her parents, Alfredo and Manuela Lozoya, her brothers, Pedro (Elva) Lozoya, Julio (Rosa) Lozoya, and Jose (Petra) Lozoya. Her sisters, Juanita (Pedro) Garza, Olga Lozoya,...

Apr 26, 2025

Deborah Gail Mueck Vittitoe died peacefully after a brief illness on April 26, 2025, at home while in hospice care in Harlingen, Texas. Gail enjoyed an active and fruitful life of seventy-three years. Born on November 8, 1951, to Floyd Mueck and Rosemary Williams Mueck. She graduated from High School in Bishop, Texas in 1970 and she was a member...

2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kirtland Alexander Campbell, age 57, on April 24, 2025. Kirtland was a devoted husband, loving father, and a cherished friend to all who knew him. He was a man whose life was a testament to kindness, faith, and generosity.

Born in White Settlement, TX, Kirtland’s warmth and spirit left a...

Apr 22, 2025

Rolando Leos, 65, passed away peacefully April 22, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas. He was born on August 2, 1959, in Brownsville, Texas.

He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Juanita “Jane” Anzaldua, and his mother, Lydia Leos Aguirre.

Rolando is survived by his children: Adrian Leos; Lisa Cruz (Nicolas); Arturo Anzaldua; and Aaron Anzaldua (Cynthia). He will be lovingly...