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Alan G Gonzales

Alan G Gonzales

Dec 28, 2023

Alan G. Gonzales went home to our Heavenly Father on Thursday, December 28, 2023 in Corpus Christi, Texas. He was born on December 23, 1956 in Mathis, Texas to Santos and Anita Gloria Gonzales Sr. Preceded in death by both of his Parents; Wife, Julie Gonzales; Sister, Ofelia Salinas; Brother, Santos Gonzales Jr.  

Left to cherish Mr. Gonzales memory...

Anna Drusilla Smith

Anna Drusilla Smith

Dec 26, 2023

Anna Drusilla Smith passed from this life December 26, 2023 at the age of 100. She was born August 3, 1923 to Olive and Henry Hendrick in St. Paul, Texas.

There will be a private graveside service for the family only.

Ima Jean Felkner

Ima Jean Felkner

Dec 22, 2023

Ima Jean Felkner, 91, of Austin, Texas, passed away on December 22, 2023. She was born on November 1, 1932, in Holdenville, Oklahoma to John Edward and Leona (Passmore) White. Ima was a devoted wife, mother, and friend to those fortunate enough to have known her.

Ima was a self-taught seamstress, and her talent was well-known in the community. She...

Sara M. Posas

Sara M. Posas

Dec 22, 2023

Sara passed away December 22, 2023, peacefully at home surrounded by family. She was born in Corpus Christi, TX on February 6, 1928. On April 15, 1950, she wed Jose M Posas, married for 66 years before he passed, raising four children together. Sara was a very devoted wife and mother. After her children were grown, she worked for Reynolds...

Doris "Dot" Avant

Doris "Dot" Avant

Dec 22, 2023

Doris Nell Avant, also known as Dot peacefully passed away on December 22, 2023, in Portland, Texas at the age of 96. She was born on July 5, 1927 in O’Donnell, Texas. Dot was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend.

Dot is survived by her loving son, Charles E. Avant Jr., and his wife Gayla of Portland, Texas;...

Enno Seago

Enno Seago

Dec 17, 2023

Enno Seago (né Szego), 92, of Portland, Texas, passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 17, 2023. He is survived by his son, James; granddaughters, Susie Seago Rios and Laura Seago; and great-grandson, Theo Rios. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ilse and Stephan Szego; brother, Theodore Szego; and sons, Jonathan and Daniel Seago.

Born in Berlin...

Juan P. Garza

Juan P. Garza

Dec 14, 2023

Juan “Johnnie” Peña Garza, known as “Cowboy” to his close friends, passed December 14, 2023, at the age of 75.  Juan was born on June 12, 1948, in Three Rivers, Texas.

Johnnie graduated from Gregory-Portland High School in 1967.  He was an outstanding athlete, the best in the family, in football, basketball, and track, setting several track records and co-captain...

Arnold Silva

Arnold Silva

Dec 11, 2023

Mr. Arnold Silva entered Eternal Rest on December 11, 2023. He was born January 1, 1950 in Edinburg, Texas to Maximo and Remigia Silvas. Mr. Silva is preceded in death by his Parents, Sisters, Aurora Huerta, Alicia Silvas; Brothers, Jose Silvas, Juan Silvas, Abel Silvas. Left to cherish Mr. Silva's everlasting memory are his Daughters, Olivia Silva (Freddy Pena), Mary...

Anna Maria Castillo

Anna Maria Castillo

Dec 6, 2023

Taft - Anna Maria Castillo passed away peacefully on December 6, 2023 after battling a lengthy illness. She was 65 years old. Anna was born in Taft, Texas on December 19, 1957 to Elvira and Reyes Maldonado. Anna was a devoted, mother, friend, and employer. She was a true light in everyone’s lives that she surrounded. Anna was remarkably selfless,...

Ezequiel Olivarez Jr.

Ezequiel Olivarez Jr.

Dec 3, 2023

Ezequiel Olivarez Jr. went home to our Heavenly Father on Sunday, December 3, 2023. He was born on November 1, 1975 in Deming, New Mexico to Ezequiel Olivarez Sr. and Sherry Doss. He is preceded in death by his Father Ezekiel Olivarez Sr., Daughter Novalea Olivarez, and Sister Clara O. Perez. 

Left to cherish his loving memory are: Mother...

Peggy Jean Turner

Peggy Jean Turner

Dec 3, 2023

Peggy Jean Archer Turner

April 7, 1932 – December 3, 2023

Peggy Jean Archer Turner passed away peacefully on December 3, 2023. She was born April 7, 1932, in Shiner, Texas, the daughter of Jewel Archer and Helen Rogge Archer. Growing up in Kenedy, Palacios and Victoria, she was surrounded by cousins including Billie Ray Davis, aunts, uncles, and friends...

Espie Kientz

Espie Kientz

Dec 2, 2023

In loving memory of our sweet Mother, Espie Kientz, who peacefully passed in her home with family on December 2, 2023, at the age of 90 from a long battle with cancer. She was born on November 26, 1933, in San Antonio, TX, and her life’s journey was filled with dedication, love and support.

For 62 years, Espie called Portland,...

Rebeca R. Vargas

Rebeca R. Vargas

Dec 2, 2023

Rebeca Rodriguez Vargas, 67, passed away peacefully on December 2, 2023 with her loving family and friends by her side. Becky, as she was called by all her siblings, was one of eleven children born to parents Ezequiel and Rebeca Rodriguez. She was a quiet, gentle and kind soul who would not hesitate to help others in need. She liked...

June Daniel

June Daniel

Nov 29, 2023

June Daniel passed from this life November 29, 2023.

The family will plan a memorial service at a later date.

Stephanie Coronado Paiz

Stephanie Coronado Paiz

Nov 27, 2023

Stephanie Coronado Paiz, went home to our Heavenly Father Monday, November 27, 2023. She was born on May 13, 1984 in Corpus Christi, Texas to Rodolfo and Benita Coronado Paiz Sr. Ms. Paiz is preceded in death by her Father Rodolfo Paiz Sr.; Maternal Grand Parents, Flavio and Benita Coronado Sr.; Paternal Grandfather, Federico Paiz. 

Left to cherish Stephanie's...

Fred Allen Bingham

Fred Allen Bingham

Nov 26, 2023

 

Fred Bingham, age 88, of Portland, TX passed away November 26, 2023 at home. He was born on October 19, 1935 in Smiley, TX to Roy Alvin Bingham and Dorothy Rummel Bingham. Fred worked for the railroad in the late 50’s and early 60’s. In the early 60’s he started working as a clerk at Harbormaster office for the...

Domingo Reyes Estraca

Domingo Reyes Estraca

Nov 22, 2023

Mr. Domingo Estraca went to rest in everlasting peace on November 22, 2023. He was born on August 4, 1947 in Mathis, Texas to Florentino and Juanita Estraca. Mr. Estraca is preceded in death by his Parents; Wife, Sara Estraca; Brother, Leonardo Estraca; Granddaughters, Sara Russell and Sophia Faith Estraca.

Left to cherish Mr. Estraca's everlasting memory are his Daughters,...

Elva Valencia

Elva Valencia

Nov 22, 2023

May 8, 1950 – November 22, 2023

Elva Valencia, 73, of Portland, Texas, went with our Lord peacefully. She was surrounded at that time by her loving wife Margarita (Margie) Sanchez of 30 years and her son Tomas L. Sanchez, sister-in-law Marina Sanchez and niece Thea Sanchez. Elva was preceded death by her parents Jose B. and Elodia Valencia and...

Richard Joseph Tyler

Richard Joseph Tyler

Nov 18, 2023

 

Richard Joseph Tyler was born on February 3, 1932 in Lancaster, Ohio to Mabel (Bordas) and Joseph Tyler and grew up 1 of 4 boys. He graduated from Lancaster High School and proudly served his country in Korea from 1950-1952 in the Army. He married Ruby Tyler who was pregnant with their first child while he served. Ruby and...

Hallie Joe Stephens

Hallie Joe Stephens

Nov 15, 2023

 

Hallie Joe Stephens, age 87, went home to be with the Lord on November 15, 2023 at his home in Portland, Texas. Joe Stephens was born December 1, 1935 in Jayton, Texas to George F. Stephens, Jr. and Imogene Elane Moore.

Joe Stephens attended Lubbock High School and graduated in 1954. After graduation, he attended Texas Technological College before...

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