Local Obituaries for Families in San Benito, Texas
Carolyn G. Burks
Dec 21, 2024
Carolyn Ann Groman Burks died at the age 54 at Valley Baptist Hospital in Harlingen Texas on Saturday December 21, 2024. Carolyn was born in Weslaco Texas on February 22, 1970, to parents Paul and Elena Groman.
She and her younger sister Rachel grew up in the Rio Grande Valley and often made mission trips to Mexico. On May 29, 1999,...
Harold Lloyd Chesshir Jr.
Dec 21, 2024
Harold “Hal” Lloyd Chesshir Jr.
“Pops”
4/22/1957 – 12/21/2024
Hal was preceded in death by his beloved father Harold, son Brad and sweet sister Jamie
He leaves behind a big and beautiful family that loves and misses him dearly
His wife Cathi, his mother Bert, son Bubba (Harold lll), son Blaine and his wife Brittany, daughter Katie and her husband Garrett, Sisters Jackie, and Tracie...
James Dunn Russell
Dec 21, 2024
James Dunn Russell died Saturday, December 21, 2024, at home surrounded by his loving family.
James was a Rio Grande Valley native, born on May 22, 1938, to Martha and Frank Russell of San Benito. He grew up going to school in the lower Rio Grande Valley but graduated from high school at St. Stephen’s Episcopal School in Austin. He graduated...
Reynaldo Diaz
Dec 9, 2024
Reynaldo Diaz, a devoted son, brother, and father, passed away on December 9, 2024, at the age of 60. Born on November 27, 1964, Reynaldo lived a life of service, adventure, and love.
A proud Veteran, Reynaldo served in the United States Army (6 years). He then dedicated his career to public service. He began with the San Benito Police Department...
Elva Guzman
Dec 5, 2024
Elva Guzman, 63, passed away peacefully on December 5,2024, in Harlingen, Texas. Born on September 29, 1961, in Corpus Christi, Texas, Elva lived a life marked by devotion and generosity.
A devoted housewife, Elva was an active member of Sacred Heart Church in Los Indios, Texas. She was known for her warmth and kindness, qualities that touched the lives of everyone...
Amanda Ann Morin
Dec 3, 2024
Amanda Ann Morin, aged 38, passed away peacefully on December 3, 2024, in Harlingen, Texas. She was born on February 10, 1986, in Harlingen, Texas to Gabriel and Diana Pena.
Amanda earned her Bachelor's degree in American Sign Language (ASL) and a Master's degree in Counseling. She was a devoted follower of Jesus Christ and cherished her faith deeply. In her...
Hector Sandoval, Sr.
Dec 2, 2024
Mr. Hector B. Sandoval was born on October 18, 1940, in Mexico to a Spaniard named Juan Sandoval and to a Tejana named Magdalena Buenrostro. He lived a full 84 years and passed away early Monday morning while sleeping at home in El Calaboz, Texas.
Mr. Sandoval spent his adult life working hard to provide for his family, retiring after working...
Raul Montalvo
Nov 24, 2024
Raul Montalvo, 87, of San Benito, TX, passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024, in Harlingen, Texas.
Born on August 28, 1937, in San Benito, Raul was the son of Rosario Montalvo and Ignacia Nerio Montalvo. Tragically, his father passed away when Raul was just three years old. His mother worked tirelessly to support him and his four sisters, instilling in...
Joe A. Jackson
Nov 21, 2024
Joe A. Jackson, 80, of Harlingen, Texas passed away into the arms of Jesus on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at his home at Golden Palms Retirement Center.
Joe was born on January 18, 1944, the youngest son of Edward and Muriel Reason Jackson of Mannon, Illinois. A special Recognition to Uncle Keith and Lela Reason who helped to raise Joe after...
Darlene Bushmaker
Nov 19, 2024
Darlene Rosalie (Grose) Bushmaker, aged 82, passed away on November 19, 2024, in Harlingen, Texas. She was born on April 12, 1942, in Waseca, Minnesota, to Melvin and Hazel Grose.
Darlene received her early education in Waseca and graduated from Janesville Public Schools in 1960. She furthered her studies at Mankato State College, where she earned her degree in 1965.
On March...
Alfred Rene Millon
Nov 18, 2024
Alfred Rene Millon was 71 and living in Harlingen, Texas when he died at home on Monday, November 18th, 2024, ending his long battle with liver disease.
He was born on June 3, 1953, in Linton, Indiana to Robert and Zella Millon. He lived in Findlay, Ohio as a child and graduated from Findlay Senior High School. He attended the University...
Maria Ninfa De La Garza
Nov 17, 2024
Ninfa Cantu De La Garza, 88, passed away peacefully November 17, 2024, in Harlingen, Texas. She was born May 22, 1936, in San Benito, Texas.
A dedicated educator, Ninfa earned a bachelor’s degree in education and a master’s degree in reading. She was certified in Elementary and Bilingual Education and devoted 35 years of her career to teaching children in communities...
Sylvia Romero
Nov 17, 2024
Sylvia Romero, 57, passed away peacefully November 17, 2024, in San Benito, Texas.
She was born October 29, 1967, in San Benito, Texas to Jesus Romero and Maria Minerva Zepeda Ramirez Romero. Sylvia was a proud graduate of South Texas High School, class of 1987.
Sylvia found joy in various activities during her leisure time. She had a passion for watching football...
Gavino Barrera
Nov 16, 2024
Gavino Barrera, 51, passed away peacefully November 16, 2024, in San Benito, Texas. He was born February 15, 1973, in Brownsville, Texas to Mauro T. and Odilia Barrera.
Gavino devoted himself to serving his country with the U.S. National Guard and pursued higher education at the University of Texas at Brownsville. With a Class A CDL, he built a successful career...
Rogelio Vicente Cruz
Nov 10, 2024
Rogelio Vicente Cruz, age 87, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2024, at his home, where he was lovingly cared for by his wife of 45 years, Aurora Lozada, and the dedicated staff of Angel Wings Hospice, particularly Valerie and Celina.
Born on September 16, 1937, in Habana, Cuba, Rogelio was the son of Vicente Cruz and Ofelia Gonzales. In his...
Maria Guadalupe Bueno
Nov 9, 2024
Maria “Lupe” Guadalupe Bueno, 89, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2024, in San Benito, Texas. Born on April 10, 1935, in San Benito, she was the daughter of Casimiro Carrion and Maria Flores Carrion. Lupe cherished her role as a homemaker and found great joy in spending time with her family.
She was preceded in by her parents, Casimiro and...
John Boyd Onderdonk
Nov 6, 2024
Boyd Onderdonk, 72, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, staying true to his style of an “Irish Goodbye” going suddenly and quickly. Boyd made his grand entrance to the world on June 2, 1952, in Harlingen, Texas, and eventually traded in his Texas boots for sandy shores, passing away in Laguna Vista near South Padre Island which always had his...
Elaine H. Krueger
Nov 5, 2024
Elaine H. Krueger, age 90, of Harlingen, TX, passed away on November 5, 2024. Born on March 24, 1934, in Minneapolis, MN to John and Lillian Hunt.
Elaine was a proud graduate of Columbia Heights High School, where she was honored as the Valedictorian. She went on to graduate Magna Cum Laude from Augsburg College. Her professional career spanned over 20...
