Local Obituaries for Families in San Benito, Texas
Romeo Garza, Sr.
Jun 29, 2025
Retired San Benito businessman and entrepreneur Romeo Garza, Sr., peacefully passed away at his home on July 29, 2025, at age 93.
He was born to Eusebio and Manuela Garza in San Benito, Texas, on May 31, 1932.
Romeo served proudly in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and was awarded the Purple Heart for injuries he received in combat. After...
Noel Clifton Wiley
Jun 26, 2025
Noel Clifton Wiley, aged 93, peacefully passed away on June 26, 2025, in Harlingen, Texas. Born on May 2, 1932, in Runnels County, Texas, he was the son of A.N. Wiley and Gladys Paschal Wiley.
Noel graduated from Winters High School in 1950 and went on to marry Joline Baker, with whom he had two children—Alan Noel and Laura Jo. Noel...
Velia V. Farias
Jun 26, 2025
Velia V. Farias, 92, passed away peacefully June 26, 2025, in Harlingen, Texas. Velia was born August 13, 1932, in Mexico to Miguel Vento and Petra Gonzales.
A devoted member of Lirio de los Valles Church, Velia consistently contributed to church activities and fundraisers, reflecting her dedication to her faith and community.
Velia is preceded in death by her husband, Salvador Farias...
Jose Adan Montemayor
Jun 24, 2025
Jose Adan Montemayor, age 66, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2025, in Harlingen, Texas. He was born on September 8, 1958, in San Benito, Texas, to Miguel Montemayor and Sarita Rodriguez Montemayor.
Known affectionately to his community as Joe Cadillac, Jose grew up in San Benito where he developed a passion for music. A lifelong musician, participating in numerous local...
Analisa Michelle Guerra
Jun 19, 2025
Analisa Michelle Guerra, age 34, of San Benito, Texas, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2025. She was born on November 18, 1990, in Harlingen, Texas, to Guadalupe F. and Adriana Z. Guerra.
A graduate of San Benito High School in 2009, Analisa was an active participant in the Special Olympics. Throughout her life, she embraced her Catholic faith, attending Our...
Carmela S. Ramirez
Jun 13, 2025
Carmela S. Ramirez passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on June 13, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer at the age of 77.
Carmela was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 51 years, Angel L. Ramirez. Her parents, Manuel Sr. and Gertrudis (Tula) Sanchez and her sister Maria Luisa Burrola. Her in-laws, Rafael and Consuelo Ramirez,...
Francisca Sandoval
Jun 12, 2025
With deep sorrow and abiding love, we announce the passing of Francisca L. Sandoval, a devoted wife, beloved mother, cherished grandmother, and faithful follower of Jesus Christ, who entered eternal rest on June 12, 2025, at the age of 80. She passed peacefully at Valley Baptist Medical Center in Harlingen, Texas, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born on October...
Marilyn Adele Vincent
Jun 12, 2025
Marilyn Adele Vincent passed away peacefully on June 12, 2025, just two weeks shy of her 80th birthday, after a courageous year-long battle with cancer. She was living in Harlingen, Texas, at the time of her passing.
Born on June 26, 1945, in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Marilyn was the daughter of Blanche and Elmer Griffin. She was the third of four...
Juana "Juanita" B. Gaytan
Jun 11, 2025
Surrounded by her loved ones, Juana “Juanita” B. Gaytan went to be with her Lord and Savior on June 11, 2025. Her remarkable 101 years of life stand as a testament to her strength, selflessness, and devotion to her faith, family, and community. She lived by the 23rd Psalm, “Jehová es mi pastor; nada me faltará.”
Born in Monterrey, Mexico, on...
Lydia Pena
Jun 9, 2025
Lydia Peña, age 94, passed away peacefully on June 9, 2025, in Harlingen, Texas. She was born on April 1, 1931, in San Benito, Texas, to Leonardo and Angelita G. Perez.
Lydia dedicated her life to her family as a homemaker and was a devoted member of St. Anthony Catholic Church. Her passions included sewing, crocheting, baking, and solving word search...
Leonard David Levine
Jun 7, 2025
Leonard David Levine, 91, of Harlingen passed away in the early morning hours of June 7, 2025. He was born March 20, 1934 in McAllen, Texas to Ben and Fannie Levine. He grew up in Harlingen, attending Sam Houston elementary school, Travis Junior High, and Harlingen High School on 13th street, graduating in 1952.
Growing up he had sparkling blue eyes...
Valdemar P. Velasquez
Jun 6, 2025
Valdemar P. Velasquez, 81, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 6, 2025, in Harlingen, Texas. He was born on August 27, 1943, in Sabinas, Hidalgo, Nuevo Leon to Francisco C. Velasquez and Herminia Perez Velasquez.
In his early career, Valdemar worked in agricultural settings, where he found joy in operating a John Deere tractor. He later joined the City of Harlingen's...
Dr. James Charles Campbell
Jun 2, 2025
Dr. James Charles Campbell, 77, of Harlingen, Texas, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2025. He was born to David Leonard Campbell and Verda Maxine Ayecock Campbell in Portland, Oregon, on December 6, 1947.
He graduated from the United States Air Force Academy with degrees in Electrical Engineering, Kinesiology, and Theology, and also from the Oregon State University School of Medicine....
Louis F. Martin, Jr.
May 30, 2025
Louis F. Martin, Jr. went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on May 30, 2025, at the age of 81. Born in Springfield, Illinois, to Louis Martin, Sr. and Eleanor, Louis grew up in Cairo, Illinois, and graduated from Cairo High School in 1961. He served honorably for 8 ½ years in the Illinois and Texas...
Thomas "Tom" C. Cox
May 27, 2025
Thomas “Tom” C. Cox, 73, peacefully passed away on May 27, 2025, in Harlingen, Texas. He was born on June 28, 1951, to Stedman P. and Mary Rita Walls Cox in Houston, Texas.
He was a 1969 graduate of Spring Branch High School, attended the University of Houston, and worked for Bush Supply in Harlingen for many years. In his leisure...
Rosalinda Ruiz
May 26, 2025
Rosalinda “Bibi” Ruiz, age 56, peacefully passed away on May 26, 2025, in Harlingen, Texas. Born on October 24, 1968, in Fremont, Ohio, she was the daughter of Olivio “Lee” Ruiz Jr. and Elena Segovia Ruiz.
Bibi was a dedicated volunteer at Ed Downs Elementary School and was a cherished provider for many friends. She had a passion for crossword puzzles,...
Arturo Eduardo Sanchez
May 24, 2025
Arturo Eduardo Sanchez — “Art” to just about everyone—was welcomed into fullness of God’s mercy on May 24, 2025, at the age of 55. He left this world far too soon, but not without leaving an extraordinary legacy of love, generosity, and humor that lives on in everyone who knew him.
A resident of San Antonio, he was born on January...
Edward James Glass
May 20, 2025
Edward James Glass, 87, of Harlingen, Texas, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2025, surrounded by family.
Born in San Antonio, Ed lived a full and hardworking life. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy and married the love of his life, Irene Glass, in Corpus Christi in 1956. Together, they shared 64 years of devoted marriage, raising three children: Terry...
Jose Luis "Joey" Carrizales
May 20, 2025
Jose Luis “Joey” Carrizales, aged 63, peacefully passed away on May 20, 2025. Born on January 29, 1962, in San Benito, Texas, he was the son of Carlos Borrego Carrizales and Antonia Pena Carrizales.
Joey had a larger-than-life personality with unrivaled charisma. His love for a microphone and a stage endeared him to those who knew him best. Joey loved and...
