Obituaries

Renato E. Cardenas

Renato E. Cardenas

Apr 21, 2017

Mr. Renato E. Cardenas, 86, entered into his eternal rest on April 21, 2017. He is preceded in death by his parents Renato F. Cardenas and Petra Villarreal Cardenas. He was a long time resident of Brownsville and an active community member. He attended Brownsville public schools and served in the United States Air Force during the Korean conflict...

Eloy Roberto Rivera

Eloy Roberto Rivera

Apr 13, 2017

It is with great sorrow that we announce the death of Eloy Roberto Rivera, 87, at his residence on Thursday, April 13, 2017. Eloy was preceded in death by his parents, Cecilia and Rumaldo Rivera and a sister, Estela Rivera Pompa. Eloy is survived by his wife of 67 years, Ninfa Gorena Rivera, his five children: Eloy Robert (Dolly)...

Carolina E. Mejia

Carolina E. Mejia

Apr 7, 2017

Carolina E. Mejia, 95, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, April 07, 2017, at Stonebridge Health Center in Austin, Texas. Carolina was deeply loved and will be profoundly missed by her family and by all those fortunate enough to have known her. Carolina was preceded in death by her husband, Candido Mejia and her son Ruben Mejia. Carolina is...

Sergio A. Cisneros Sr.

Sergio A. Cisneros Sr.

Apr 3, 2017

Mr. Sergio A. Cisneros Sr., 89, entered into the glory of his eternal life on Monday, April 3, 2017 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Sergio, a member of one of Brownsville's pioneer families, was a lifelong resident of our city. He was a proud US Navy veteran having served our country honorably in both WWII and...

Felicitos "Felo" Gonzalez, Jr.

Felicitos "Felo" Gonzalez, Jr.

Apr 1, 2017

Felicitos " Felo" Gonzalez,Jr. 87, of Brownsville, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, April 01, 2017. He was preceded in death by his wife, Tommie L. Gonzalez. He is survived by his children Norma Gonzalez Huron and Richard Gonzalez; granddaughter, Jennifer Gaona. Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 04, 2017 at St. Joseph Catholic Church,...

Stanley "Alfred" Alfred Webster

Stanley "Alfred" Alfred Webster

Mar 19, 2017

Stanley Alfred Webster, 85, of Brownsville, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, March 19, 2017, at Valley Regional Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. Alfred as he was known to all, was deeply loved and will be profoundly missed not only by his family and friends but by all those fortunate enough to have known him. Alfred is...

James Lee Musel

James Lee Musel

Mar 18, 2017

James L. Musel, 77, of Brownsville, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, March 18, 2017, at Valley Regional Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. James was deeply loved and will be profoundly missed not only by his family and friends but by all those fortunate enough to have known him. James is preceded in death by his parents:...

Roberto "Robert" Cortez Mendez

Roberto "Robert" Cortez Mendez

Mar 4, 2017

Sgt. Roberto Cortez Mendez, 88, our beloved father, grandfather, brother and friend entered into the glory of his eternal life on Saturday, March 4, 2017 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Mendez was born and raised in Brownsville, Texas. He was a lifelong resident of Brownsville, Texas and served our great county in the United States...

Angelica "Angie" Saenz Stewart

Angelica "Angie" Saenz Stewart

Feb 27, 2017

Angelica Saenz Stewart, 91, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend entered into the glory of her eternal life on Monday, Feb. 27, 2017, at Valley Baptist Medical Center in Harlingen. Angie, as she was affectionately known to all, touched the lives of countless of our community's youth as a teacher for 37 years with the BISD. She was...

Ponnammah Sivagurunathan

Ponnammah Sivagurunathan

Feb 26, 2017

Ponnammah Sivagurunathan, 77, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, February 26, 2017, at Valley Regional Medical Center with her family at her side. Ponnammah is survived by her children: Parasakthy and her husband Balakumar, Dr. Loganayaki and her husband Dr. Anandasivam, Paraparan and his wife Mythili, Thayaparan and his wife Renuka, and Sivasakthy and her husband Pakeerathan; her ten...

Evangeline "Vangie" L. Henggeler

Evangeline "Vangie" L. Henggeler

Feb 22, 2017

Evangeline L. Henggeler, 92, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend entered into the glory of her eternal life on Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2017, at Spanish Meadows Nursing Home with her family at her side. Born in Tampico, Tamps., Mexico, Vangie as she was affectionately known to all, was raised in Brownsville. She graduated from Brownsville High School in 1942. In...

Joan G. Ebersole

Joan G. Ebersole

Feb 19, 2017

Joan Kathryn Gooden Ebersole was born in Chicago, IL in 1931 to her parents Hildur and Gustav Gooden. She passed from this earth on February 19th, 2017 at the age of 86. As a young teen, the family, including her sisters Myra and Genevieve, moved to the farmland of central Michigan, where Joan developed her love of nature and...

Sabas R. Rocha

Sabas R. Rocha

Feb 19, 2017

Sabas R. Rocha, 92, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, Feb. 19, 2017, at his home for the past 26 years in Whittier, California surrounded by loving family members. Mr. Rocha was born and raised in Brownsville, Texas. Sabas lived a good life. He married the love of his life "Leonarda H. Rocha" at the age of 17. They...

Marilyn D Lindeman

Marilyn D Lindeman

Feb 15, 2017

Marilyn D. Lindeman, 89, passed away to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, Feb. 15, 2017, at Angel Care Center in Harlingen, Texas. Marilyn spent her life helping others who were less fortunate. She has been a 50 year member of P.E.O. Her association with Church Women United began in 1970 with the inauguration of the organization...

Noe Garcia

Noe Garcia

Feb 14, 2017

Noe "Sonny" Garcia, 79, of Brownsville, entered into eternal rest surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, February 14, 2017. Left to eternally treasure their memories of him are his loving wife of 54 years Elvia Garcia; sons David Garcia (Mamie) and Richard Garcia (Jeff); daughter Lori Pathak (Satyen); grandchildren Nicholas Pathak, Priya Pathak, and David Robert Garcia. The...

Victoriano Huerta

Victoriano Huerta

Feb 13, 2017

Victoriano Huerta, 95, entered into the glory of his eternal life on Monday, February 13, 2017, at Valley Baptist Medical Center--Brownsville. Victoriano was a hardworking and devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He retired from a long career as a cabinetmaker with Gloor Lumber & Co. After his retirement, he continued his love of fine woodworking by constructing beautiful...

Calixto Rangel Ramirez

Calixto Rangel Ramirez

Feb 12, 2017

Calixto Rangel Ramirez, 105, beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather entered into eternal rest on Sunday, February 12, 2017, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Calixto, a native of Falfurrias, was a longtime Brownsville resident. He was the owner/operator of Ebony Heights Pharmacy for 28 years. Calixto was a proud WWII veteran and was most probably the oldest...

Isabel G. Cruz

Isabel G. Cruz

Feb 11, 2017

Mrs. Isabel G. Cruz, 77, of Brownsville, entered into eternal rest at her residence on Saturday, February 11, 2017 surrounded by loving family. Mrs. Cruz was a devoted loving wife, faithful church member, and loved to read her bible. She enjoyed spending time with her family and her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, San Juanita...

Mariano Mario Gonzales

Mariano Mario Gonzales

Feb 4, 2017

Mariano Mario Gonzales, 44, entered into the glory of his eternal life on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2017, at his residence in Los Fresnos, Texas. Mario as he was affectionately known to all, was deeply loved and will be profoundly missed not only by his family and friends but by all those fortunate enough to have known him. Mario was...

Joe A Solis

Joe A Solis

Jan 30, 2017

Joe A. Solis, 85, beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather and uncle went to be with the Lord on Monday, January 30, 2017. Joe was a native and lifetime resident of Brownsville. Joe who played for the Brownsville High School Eagles, was an avid football player and fan. Joe worked in the Fishing/Shrimping industry for many years. Joe was...