All Tributes

Francisca C. Ortiz was born on September 16, 1929 to Juan H. Claudio and Maria M. Claudio in San Benito, Texas.  She was greeted by her Maker and loved ones on Saturday, November 21, 2020. Francisca was a devout Catholic and the foundation of her family.  She had a strong work ethic that started when she worked in the fields, worked for H-E-B Canning, continued at Reef Industries, and then at San Benito CISD, where she was a valued employee for 16 years until her...

God lifted Alicia Benavides Castillo, known to family and friends as “Licha”, up for her final rest on November 8, 2020 at the age of 83. A devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, Alicia will be deeply missed by her family and all who knew her.  Alicia was born on June 28, 1937 in Willacy County and attended public schools in Sebastian and Lyford.  In 1961, she met the love of her life, Enrique, while he was on leave from the U.S. Marine Corps.  They fell in love...

Leticia “Leti” Nuñez, 52, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, November 6, 2020.  She was born on November 25, 1967 to Juan Enrique and Maria Irma Gonzalez Reyes in Sanger, California. Leti was a proud graduate of San Benito High School.  After high school, she completed cosmetology school and became a licensed cosmetologist.  She then went on to become a cosmetology instructor.  Leti was very creative and always sought for ways to better herself and...

Frances D. Gonzalez, 89, peacefully passed from this life on Friday, November 06, 2020.  She was born to José and María Rodriguez De la Fuente on October 4, 1931 in San Benito, Texas. After graduating high school, Frances proudly served her country in the United States Air Force.  She retired from the Social Security Administration after more than 30 years of dedicated service. Frances was preceded in death by her husband, Felipe Gonzalez. Left to treasure her...

María Socorro Castro, 91, passed peacefully from this life on October 29, 2020.  She was born to the late Juan Saavedra and Hilaria Alvarado Saavedra on April 21, 1929 in Sonora, Texas. Left to treasure María Socorro’s memory are her husband, José Hipólito Castro; children, María de Jesús (Vicente) Gutiérrez, Vicenta (Ángel) Zuvieta, Hilaria (Andrés) Niño, Gilberto (Leonor) Castro; grandchildren, José...

Edelmira Maldonado, 76, peacefully passed from this life on October 20, 2020 at 76 years of age.  She was born to the late Jaime Resendez and Francisca Gonzalez Resendez on April 1, 1944 in San Benito, Texas. Edelmira had a servant’s heart; she was a loving, caring, generous person.  She was a Christian and found great joy in serving others. For many years, she worked as a caregiver.  Edelmira enjoyed preparing delicious meals for her family and friends.  She often...

Isidoro “Izzy” Moreno, 67, peacefully passed at his ranch on October 18, 2020.  He was born in San Benito, Texas on January 8, 1953 to the late Isidoro Moreno, Sr. and Minerva Gonzales Moreno. After high school graduation, Isidoro attended trade school and became a certified machinist.  He used his training, skills, and experience as a valued employee of the Corpus Christi Army Depot (CCAD) where he worked for more than 45 years. He loved the outdoors and was an avid...

Elida Carrion Villarreal peacefully passed from this life at her daughter Teresita’s home in La Feria, Texas on October 12, 2020 at the age of 83.  Elida enjoyed life and was a woman of great faith.  She loved to dance and used her artistic flair to create beautiful arts and crafts. Left to treasure her memory are her children, Laura L. (Humberto) Resendez, Prajedez Lozano, Cindy L. (Les) Logsdon, Missy Villarreal, Joe (Gracie) Villarreal, Jr., and Teresita V. (Sergio)...

Adela Galván Sánchez, our beloved mother, went to be with our Lord on October 10, 2020. She was born at Las Yescas Ranch, Texas on May 26, 1928 to Rafael J. Galván and Luisa Salazar.Adela Galván Sánchez, our beloved mother, went to be with our Lord on October 10, 2020. She was born at Las Yescas Ranch, Texas on May 26, 1928 to Rafael J. Galván and Luisa Salazar. She walked in a quiet but enduring faith.  She was a beacon to her children, a...