Local Obituaries for Families in San Benito, Texas

Jun 18, 2016

Mary Lou Campbell passed away on June 18, 2016. She was born on an Oklahoma ranch and her grandfather was a Shawnee, adopted into the Cherokee Tribe in Eastern Oklahoma. Her grandfather taught her about the stars and what animals ate, and her love of the outdoors continued throughout her life. Mrs. Campbell was an environmentalist, conservationist, volunteer leader, ombudsman,...

Jun 18, 2016

Rachel Norein Morris Pletcher died on June 18, 2016 at the age of 96, at her residence in Harlingen, Texas.  She is the widow of George H. Pletcher and was the proud mother of three daughters:, Linda (Sidney) Broyles of Harlingen, Vicki (Larry) Galbreath of Harlingen, Allyce Bullock (John Richards) of St. Louis.  Six grandchildren she adored: Blake Broyles, Harlingen,...

Jun 17, 2016

Paula Viola Contreras Dart (June 29, 1922-June 17th, 2016) Viola(Vi) was born in Harlingen, TX to Juan and Jesusa Contreras. She married Walter A. Hext, Sr., who died in 1979. She later married Lester Dart, who died in 1995. She was predeceased by her brother Angel Contreras, sister Teresa Rendon and her beloved son, John J. Hext. She is survived...

Jun 16, 2016

The family of Jerry L. Pilgrim III experienced his tragic loss on June 16, 2016.  He was loved by so many people including businessmen, community members, friends, neighbors and his family who cherish him and will miss him forever.   Jerry Pilgrim is survived by his wife, Suki Pilgrim, his children, Jerry Pilgrim IV and his wife Irma, Glenda Pilgrim Cottle...

Jun 12, 2016

Guadalupe Ayala Ramos, 77, of Rio Hondo, Texas entered into Eternal Rest on June 12, 2016.

Mr. Ramos is preceded in death by his parents Jose and Virginia Ramos and Sisters Luisa Aguilar, Antonia Martinez.

He is survived by his wife Luisa Ramos, children Guadalupe Jr., Jose, Marylou and Sulema Ramos and 6 grandchildren.  He...

Jun 11, 2016

Margarita Vasquez (81), was called to be with our lord and savior on Saturday, the 11th of June 2016. She was born the 13th of March 1935, in Matamoros, Mexico to her parents Valentin Rodriguez and Nicolasa Rodriguez Zamorano. She is preceded in death by her parents, loving husband Isaac Vasquez Sr., and sister Juanita Perez. Survivors include her son...

Jun 10, 2016

Jun 10, 2016

Gerardo (Gerry) Bermea Flores went to be with the Lord on Friday, June 10, 2016, in Dallas, Texas. Gerry was born in Harlingen, Texas on August 17, 1968 to Manuel G.† and Martha Flores. He was a graduate of the Harlingen High School Class of 1986. After high school, Gerry attended St. Mary's University graduating as Summa Cum Laude in...

Jun 7, 2016

Jun 5, 2016

Jun 4, 2016

Adalberto Sandoval Sr. (72), was called to be with our lord and savior on Saturday, the 4th of June 2016.  Born on the 8th of October 1943, in Mexico to his parents Juan Sandoval and Magdalena Buenrostro. Adalberto worked for the San Benito Independent School District for 19 years where he later retired. He is preceded in death by his...

Jun 3, 2016

Jun 2, 2016

Charles Edwin Brown graduated into Jesus’ arms on June 2, 2016.  He was born to Laura Frances Ingels and Harold Glenn Brown on July 4, 1925 in Gallipolis, Ohio.  Charles graduated from Gallia Academy High School and entered the Naval Air Force during WWII.  After his discharge, he married Patsy Ruth Haskins on June 23, 1946.  He continued his education...

Jun 1, 2016

Hilda Jasper, 83, of Harlingen, Texas went to be with the Lord surrounded by her family on Wednesday, June 1st, 2016.  She was born Hilda Dutenhafer on March 20th, 1933, in Rugby, North Dakota.  Hilda was one of fifteen children.  Hilda worked many years at Harlingen Day Nursery and Casa de Cuna Day Care Center.  She spent her retirement years...

Jun 1, 2016

May 31, 2016

Burt Hunter Reiff grew up in Rio Hondo and attended school there before entering Texas A&M University. He earned a degree in petroleum engineering and was always proud to call himself an Aggie. Following his graduation Burt was employed by Exxon in California and then by a subsidiary of Halliburton in Louisiana.  When the oil business slowed down, he worked...

May 30, 2016

May 29, 2016

Roberto Espinoza, 46, passed away at his home in San Antonio on Sunday, May 29, 2016.  He was the beloved husband of Cynthia Lopez and loving father to Mara and Diego.  He enjoyed playing football for Edinburg High School and attended UT Austin, where he met his wife and received a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry.  He worked in the...

May 27, 2016

May 27, 2016

Dora Celia Maldonado, passed away on Friday, May 27, 2016 at her home in Harlingen, Texas. She was born on September 21, 1930 in Montemorelos, Nuevo León, Mexico, to Israel and Dolores (Cantu) Rios. As the oldest of seven children she always showed strength of character and will.  On June 14, 1948 she married Salomon Maldonado and after a short...