Obituaries

Sep 12, 2021

Debra “Debbie” Cavazos Kay passed away Sunday, September 12, 2021 in Mathis, Texas surrounded by her loving family after a long illness.   Debbie was born to Luis Cavazos and Lucia Vela Cavazos on November 6, 1969 in Lockney, Texas. She graduated from Mathis High School in 1990 and she obtained her cosmetology license in 1991.   She lived life on her...

Sep 12, 2021

Mr. Marcos Rodriguez Vela, 48, entered Eternal Rest on Sunday, September 12, 2021. He was born on February 11, 1973 in Sinton, Texas to Guillermo and Belinda Vela. Mr. Vela is preceded in death by his Parents and Mother-in-law, Mary Olivarez. 

Left to cherish his loving memory are his Spouse, Annette Olivarez Vela; Daughter, Carlee (Alejandro) Muro; Sons, Marcus...

Sep 11, 2021

Naomi M. Mendez went home to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on September 11, 2021 at the age of 62.

Naomi was born to Octavia and Bonefacio Martinez on December 27, 1958 in Mathis, Texas.

Naomi married the love of her life, George Canas in 1998.

In addition to being a dedicated and loving mother and grandmother, Naomi spent...

Sep 8, 2021

Baudelia J. Aguirre passed away September 8, 2021 at the age of 90. She was born May 20, 1931 to Juan and Trinidad (Jaure) Aguirre.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 - 7:00 PM Monday, September 13, 2021 at Winsteads's Funeral Home in Portland with the rosary to be recited at 7:00 PM that same evening. A...

Sep 8, 2021

Baudelia J. Aguirre passed away September 8, 2021 at the age of 90. She was born May 20, 1931 to Juan and Trinidad (Jaure) Aguirre.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 - 7:00 PM Monday, September 13, 2021 at Winsteads's Funeral Home in Portland with the rosary to be recited at 7:00 PM that same evening. A funeral mass wild...

Sep 7, 2021

Mrs. Minnie Pierce entered Eternal Rest on Tuesday, September 7, 2021. She was born on October 10, 1941 in Del Rio, Texas to Terry Lee and Alma Elizabeth Shely. Mrs. Pierce is preceded in death by her Parents; Son, David Pierce; Seven Siblings; and Grandson, Timothy A. Edmunds. Left to cherish Mrs. Pierce's memory are her Daughter, Debra Lynn Pierce...

Sep 7, 2021

Betty L. Russell passed away September 7, 2021 at the age of 66. She was born July 11, 1955 to Floyd J. Pete and Biole (Tilly) Culbertson.

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, September 11, 2021 at The Palms Memorial Gardens.

Sep 7, 2021

Betty L. Russell passed away September 7, 2021 at the age of 66. She was born July 11, 1955 to Floyd J. Pete and Biole (Tilly) Culbertson.

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, September 11, 2021 at The Palms Memorial Gardens.

Sep 6, 2021

Roberto Rodriguez passed away September 6, 2021 at the age of 66. He was born November 27, 1954 to Juanita and Eluterio Rodriguez.

He was preceded by parents and sister Delia.He is survived by his wife Patricia Rodriguez; children Dominic (Nadine), Raymond (Alice), Clarissa (Matthew); sister Minnie Villarreal; 8 grandchildren Christian, Espen, Kalynn, Paisley, Quinn, Cecil, Jacob, and Dreyann; numerous nieces,...

Sep 6, 2021

Roberto Rodriguez passed away September 6, 2021 at the age of 66. He was born November 27, 1954 to Juanita and Eluterio Rodriguez.

He was preceded by parents and sister Delia.

He is survived by his wife Patricia Rodriguez; children Dominic (Nadine), Raymond (Alice), Clarissa (Matthew); sister Minnie Villarreal; 8 grandchildren Christian, Espen, Kalynn, Paisley,...

Sep 5, 2021

Rosendo Hernandez passed away September 5, 2021 at the age of 61. He was born March 1, 1960 to Maria (Valadez) and Juan Hernandez.

A visitation will be held from 5:00 - 7:00 PM, Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Winsteads' Funeral Home in Portland, with the rosary to be recited at 7:00 PM that same evening.

Sep 5, 2021

Rosendo Hernandez passed away September 5, 2021 at the age of 61. He was born March 1, 1960 to Maria (Valadez) and Juan Hernandez.

A visitation will be held from 5:00 - 7:00 PM, Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Winsteads' Funeral Home in Portland, with the rosary to be recited at 7:00 PM that same evening.

Sep 3, 2021

Eva Leal Gonzales, age 80, went to be with our Lord on September 3, 2021 in Corpus Christi, Texas.  She was born on September 24, 1940 in Mathis, Texas to Espiririon Leal and Cleotilde Espinoza.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Lupe G Gonzales; Four Brothers, Jesus Leal, Guadalupe Leal Sr., Daniel Leal, Antonio Leal; Sisters, Emma Garza,...

Sep 3, 2021

Jeremy Winstead-father, son, brother, and friend to so many died on September 3rd, 2021 at the age of 40 in Corpus Christi, TX. Jeremy would describe himself as, "A friend to all". If you were one of the lucky few to have met Jeremy then you would instantly love his cheerful and happy go lucky demeanor. He was born on...

Sep 3, 2021

Jeremy Winstead-father, son, brother, and friend to so many died on September 3rd, 2021 at the age of 40 in Corpus Christi, TX. Jeremy would describe himself as, "A friend to all". If you were one of the lucky few to have met Jeremy then you would instantly love his cheerful and happy go lucky demeanor. He was born on...

Sep 2, 2021

“We lost Devo on September 2, 2021 when he rushed into a burning hospital room to save a group of amazing MD Anderson nurses. Or maybe not. We all know how he liked to tell stories.” Dustin survived falls, burning vehicles, and cancer up until the day he entered into eternity. Devo was a Saint long before he left...

Sep 2, 2021

“We lost Devo on September 2, 2021, when he rushed into a burning hospital room to save a group of amazing MD Anderson nurses. Or maybe not. We all know how he liked to tell stories.” Dustin survived falls, burning vehicles, and cancer up until the day he entered into eternity. Devo was a Saint long before he left this...

Sep 2, 2021

Flores, Juan De La Cruz “Big John”, age 51, of Gregory TX passed on September 2, 2021. He was born in Taft, TX to Juan Cruz and Josie Flores.

John was a man of great faith who lived by the motto “Faith over fear”. He was a dreamer ( a jack of all trades),very ambitious, had absolutely...

Sep 1, 2021

Mr. Leslie Wayne Coffman, 59, passed away on Wednesday, September 1, 2021. He was born on February 18, 1962 in Corpus Christi, Texas to David and Donna Coffman.  Mr. Coffman is preceded in death by his Parents and Brother, David Coffman.

Left to cherish Mr. Coffman loving memory are his Daughters, Jennifer Hamm, Brittany Coffman, Laken Staggs, Codi Applybey, Laura...

Sep 1, 2021

Mrs. Sharon West passed away on Wednesday, September 1, 2021.  She was born on March 6, 1949 in Beeville, Texas to Wayne and Gladys Berryhill. 

Left to cherish Mrs. West's memory is her Daughter, Melissa Black. She will also be greatly missed by Chris Shelts, Courtney Black, Jasmine Leal, Jessica Moreno, Fary Hightower, Savanah Hightower, Billy Ray Hightower, Justin...