Local Obituaries for Families in San Benito, Texas

Dec 27, 2025

Robert “Bob” Wold, 87, passed away peacefully at his home in Harlingen, Texas surrounded by his family on Saturday, December 27. Bob was born in Aitkin, MN to Ernest and Margaret Wold. He graduated from Aitkin High School in 1956 and enlisted in the Navy at 18. He served on the USS Kretchmer 329 on the Dew Line during the...

Dec 23, 2025

Ariel Rios, born on October 5, 1939, in Montémorelos, Nuevo León, México, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Ariel was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and father-in-law, serving as the heart of his family. He shared a beautiful 59 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Celia Rios. Their love story began with love at...

Dec 23, 2025

Margarita Martinez Galvan, age 98, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2025, in San Benito, Texas. Born on August 3, 1927, in Lozano, Texas, she was the daughter of Guadalupe and Catarina Martinez.

Margarita is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Hilario Galvan Jr., and her son, Homer Galvan. She is survived by her children, Diana Galvan, Rene Galvan...

Dec 21, 2025

Fred A. Harnish, age 78, of Rio Hondo, Texas, passed away on December 21, 2025, surrounded by his loving wife and children. Born on November 27, 1947, in North Platte, Nebraska, he was the son of Gloyd and Virginia Harnish.

Fred graduated from Bellevue Senior High School in Bellevue, Nebraska, in 1966 and furthered his education at Bellevue University, earning a...

Dec 21, 2025

Gerald Richard “Gus” Gusler, 88, of Rio Hondo, Texas, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 21, 2025. He leaves behind a legacy defined by unwavering love for his family, a deep connection to the land, a passion for football, loyalty to friends, and a life lived fully and honestly.

Born on September 17, 1937, in Rio Hondo, Gerald spent his formative...

Dec 19, 2025

With her beloved husband Keith by her side, Shirley Jean Grunden peacefully passed from death to life in her sleep on December 19, 2025, following a short battle with pancreatic cancer. She now rests in the presence of her Savior, Jesus Christ.

Shirley was born on July 29, 1938, to Edgar and Gertrude Waechter in Quincy, Illinois, where she spent most...

Dec 17, 2025

The unique soul we knew as Suzanne Elizabeth Zurlinden was born on November 27, 1951, in San Benito, Texas, and grew up in Harlingen, Texas. After graduating from Harlingen High School and completing two semesters at Pan American University, she married Fredric Rueter of Harlingen, and bore two children–Amanda Elizabeth Rueter in 1975, and Mathew Warren Rueter in 1979. After...

Dec 17, 2025

Elizabeth Salina Hayes, age 70, of San Benito, Texas, passed away peacefully on December 17, 2025. Born on September 17, 1955, in Mt. Pleasant, Texas, she was the daughter of Austin “Tobey” and Cecil Hayes.

Lib graduated from John F. Kennedy High School in Queretaro, Mexico. She later earned a master's degree in science from Texas A&M University in College Station,...

Dec 15, 2025

Lois Nadine Graft Shreve passed away December 15, 2025, at her home in Harlingen, Texas. She was born in Custer County, Oklahoma on January 3, 1927, to Warren and Dortha Graft - the oldest of three children. Dortha passed away in 1936 when Lois was 9 years old.

Lois graduated from Independence High School in 1944, attended SWOSU for a year,...

Dec 14, 2025

Enrique Leal Ornelas Jr., 87, passed away peacefully on December 14, 2025, in Harlingen, Texas. Born on April 16, 1938, in San Benito, Texas, he was the son of Enrique Ornelas Sr. and Adela Leal Ornelas.

Enrique received 10 years of formal education and proudly served his country as a Private (E-2) in the United States Army. He dedicated much of...

Dec 9, 2025

Dolores Garcia, born on August 27, 1929, in San Benito, Texas, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2025, in Harlingen, Texas. She was a beacon of kindness and warmth, known for her caring nature and unwavering love for her family. A devoted wife, mother and grandmother, Dolores was hardworking and dedicated, always putting her loved ones above all else. Her...

Dec 8, 2025

Andrea Rebecca (Ratliff) Rodriguez, age 92, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2025, in Corpus Christi, Texas. Born on December 14, 1932, in San Benito, Texas, she was the daughter of Fred and Rebecca Ratliff. Our Lord has welcomed our precious, beautiful, and loving mother into paradise. We thank our Lord God for having blessed us with her for 92...

Dec 7, 2025

Lucinda Lopez Olvera, 83, of Rio Hondo, Texas, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2025. She was born on March 30, 1942, in Rio Hondo, Texas, to Manuel P. Lopez and Maria Cruz Lugo Lopez.

Lucinda was a proud 1962 Rio Hondo High School graduate and furthered her education at Durn Business College in San Antonio. She dedicated 27 years of...

Dec 6, 2025

Ruth Marie Skrove Scoggins: A Life of Love, Resilience, and Generosity

With deep sadness we announce the passing of Ruth Marie Skrove Scoggins, who departed peacefully at her home in Harlingen, Texas, on December 6, 2025, at the remarkable age of 98. Ruth’s journey was one of resilience, devotion, and warmth—a legacy that will continue to inspire all who knew her.

Born...

Nov 30, 2025

Cheryl Manix Bailey passed away peacefully at home on November 30, 2025, in Harlingen, Texas, surrounded by her loving family, after a courageous 20-month battle with brain cancer (glioblastoma). Cheryl lived life to the fullest, and she will be greatly missed.

Cheryl was born to Daniel and Glenda Manix on July 2, 1954. She is survived by her husband, Ray Bailey;...

Nov 30, 2025

Rev. Thomas C. Johnson, a longtime resident of San Benito, died of cancer on November 30, 2025. He was 75.

He was born July 17, 1950, in California, but spent his entire child childhood in Mexico, where his parents served as Presbyterian missionaries for many years. He attended bilingual grade schools in Mexico and then returned to attend high school at...

Nov 28, 2025

Ovidio Farias Jr., 85, of San Benito, Texas passed away peacefully surrounded by family on November 28, 2025, in Fort Worth, Texas. He was born September 27, 1940, in San Benito, Texas to Ovidio Farias Sr. and Guadalupe Rodriguez Farias.

Ovidio began his career as a butcher for a small grocery store in Harlingen, Texas. Later, he joined Lucky Stores after...

Nov 27, 2025

Nov 26, 2025

Jose E. Moreno, age 75, passed away peacefully on the morning of November 26, 2025, at his home with his wife by his side.

He was born November 15, 1950, in his hometown of San Benito where he met the Love of his Life, Ninfa and were married for 57 years. Together, they planted their roots in Los Indios, Texas, and...

Nov 23, 2025

Doris Jean Croasmun, 85, peacefully passed away on November 23, 2025, in San Benito, Texas. Born on November 27, 1939, in Youngstown, Ohio, she was the daughter of Melvin H. Kloss and Rojeanne D. Kloss (née Wall).

Doris graduated from Youngstown South High School and completed police training; she pursued a career that combined her passions for service and law enforcement....