Local Obituaries for Families in San Benito, Texas
H. W. Phillips
Jul 1, 2011
H.W. (Bill) Phillips Harlingen, Texas: Hughlet W. (Bill) Phillips, 90, completed his journey and went Home on Friday, July 1st, 2011. Born in Bonham, TX on October 21st, 1920, Bill grew up in North Texas and then proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during WWII, including tours in Germany and France. While stationed in San Antonio, he met...
Doris F. Startz
Jun 28, 2011
Early morning on June 28, 2011, our beloved mother, Doris Frances Waller Startz (also known as Sue by many), was called home to Jesus. This is the story of her life and the wonderful legacy she has left behind. Born to Christopher and Ola Waller on September 7, 1931, in the little community of Draw, Texas, Doris was one of...
Wayne T. Cochran
Jun 28, 2011
Remembering Wayne Taylor Cochran 1925 - 2011 Wayne Taylor Cochran, 86, passed away Tuesday, June 28, 2011 at his residence in Harlingen, TX after a long battle with cancer. He was born in Lynnville, Graves County, Kentucky on March 15, 1925 to Floyce (Doc) Cochran and Ebbie L. Cochran. He was a veteran of World War II having been drafted...
Charles H. Washmon
Jun 27, 2011
Harlingen/South Padre Island: Charles “Charlie” Hoyte Washmon, 73 passed away Monday, June 27, 2011 at Solara Hospital in Harlingen. Charles was born November 1, 1937 in Harlingen to Charles A. and Dorothy Washmon. He graduated from Harlingen High School and later graduated from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, LA with a B.S. Degree. Upon returning to the Valley, Charles...
Gloria C. Ramos
Jun 26, 2011
San Benito, TX: Gloria C. Ramos, 83, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer surrounded by her loving family at her home on June 26, 2011 in San Benito, TX. God saw you getting tired; this fight was not to be, so he sent an angel to you who whispered “Come to me” with tearful eyes and sinking hearts...
Mavis A. Brydone
Jun 26, 2011
Harlingen, TX: Mavis Ann Brydone, 68, left this world to be with her Heavenly Father on June 26, 2011 due to complications of lung cancer. Mavis was born November 9, 1942 in Watford City, ND to Gordon and Clara Dahl. She graduated from Billings Senior High School in Billings, MT in 1960. Mavis spent her adult life in Anchorage, AK...
David Fuentes
Jun 15, 2011
Harlingen, TX: David Fuentes, Sr., 73, passed away Wednesday, June 15, 2011 at Valley Baptist Medical Center-Harlingen. David was born August 11, 1937 in Corpus Christi, Texas to Guadalupe Fuentes and Guadalupe Velasquez Fuentes. He attended W.B. Ray High School in Corpus Christi, TX and graduated in 1956. David proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps from...
Juan Flores
Jun 13, 2011
San Benito, TX: Juan Flores, 48, passed away on Monday, June 13, 2011 Harlingen Medical Center. Juan enjoyed working with his hands and was a master mechanic; he enjoyed dancing and never met a stranger. He is preceded in death by his father, Jorge A. Flores. Juan is survived by his son, Johnny A. Flores; his daughters, Sindle Flores and...
Gladys M. Long
Jun 11, 2011
Harlingen: Gladys Marie (Mills) Long, 85, passed away Saturday, June 11, 2011. Gladys was born January 10, 1926 to Joseph and Cora Mills and had been a resident of Harlingen for 59 years. Gladys was an employee with Bush Supply Company in Harlingen from 1952 until 1992. During that 40 year period, she was a major contributor to the success...
Jane S. Taylor
Jun 4, 2011
Harlingen, TX: Jane Stewart Taylor, 86, passed away Saturday, June 4, 2011 at Valley Baptist Medical Center-Harlingen. Jane was born March 18, 1925 in Charleston, West Virginia to Lela Palmer and Melville Stewart. Jane attended the West Virginia University and received a B.S. degree in 1946. Later she received her Master’s degree in counseling and was a member of the...
Samuel Saldivar
Jun 1, 2011
San Jose, TX: Samuel Saldivar, 83, born February 1, 1928 in San Jose, TX to Gabriel Saldivar and Maria Ramos, left us to be with the Lord on June 1, 2011. He was a father to ten, grandpa to 24 and a great grandpa to 13; his legacy as a soldier; Hall of Fame HEB truck driver and not least...
Mary Z. Wells
May 31, 2011
Harlingen: Mary Wells, 96, passed from this world on Tuesday, May 31, 2011 to be with the Lord. Mary was born on February 15, 1915 in Lubbock, TX to John N. Lucile Moore. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 65 years, J.B. Wells, Jr. and her daughter, Mary Katherine Wells. She was the last of...
Guadalupe R. Cerda
May 28, 2011
San Benito, TX: Guadalupe R. Cerda, 84 of San Benito passed away on Saturday, May 28, 2011 at Harlingen Medical Center. He was employed and retired with CP&L (AEP) after 41 ½ years; he was also a member of VFW Post 2410 and American Legion Post 205; he was a US Navy Veteran and served on the USS Texas Battleship...
Lillian Juanel Webb
May 27, 2011
Combes, TX: Lillian Juanel (Gurley) Webb, 72, passed away on May 27, 2011 at her residence. Juanel was born August 31, 1938 in Harlingen, Texas to William Lewis and Hettie Lurene Gurley. She graduated from Harlingen High School and was a member of First Baptist Church of Combes. Juanel enjoyed painting and especially enjoyed taking care of her grandkids and...
Mary Ellen Elliott
May 23, 2011
La Feria, TX: Mary Ellen Lucas Elliott entered into eternal rest May 23, 2011. Mom was diagnosed with lung cancer at the first of the year and fought the battle with grace and dignity. Mom graduated from La Feria High School, attended Baylor University and graduated from Texas A & I Kingsville. Originally a stay at home Mom, she was...
Kent R. Stratford
May 21, 2011
Harlingen: Kent Robbins Stratford, 92, passed away Saturday, May 21, 2011 at his residence in Harlingen. He was born on November 19, 1918 in Haw River, NC. After graduating from the University of Maryland, Kent began his military service at Randolph Field in San Antonio, TX in 1940. He graduated at Kelly Field also in San Antonio, which was known...
