Obituaries

May 21, 2014

Margarita "Margie" A. Sandoval, age 70, died May 21, 2017. She was born January 29, 1947 in Taft, Texas to Pablo and Rosalinda Arredondo. She was preceded in death by her son Henry Sandoval, parents, and sisters Nelda Garcia and Eunice Zamora. She is survived by husband Ted Sandoval, two sons Edward and Joe Sandoval both of Mathis, three sisters,...

May 20, 2014

Rosario Salazar passed away May 20, 2014 at the age of 73. She was born on March 9, 1941, to Ignacio Salazar and Francisca Ortegon Salazar. She was preceded in death by her parents Ignacio and Francisca Ortegon Salazar and her grandparents Antonio Salazar and Anastacia Salazar.  She is survived by her brother Antonio (Anita) Salazar, and sister Maria S....

May 19, 2014

Sastenez (SD) Martinez, 88,  passed away May 19, 2014. He was born November 28, 1925. He served in the U.S. Navy for 4 years during World War II on the warship LCD. He was employed as a civilian for the Corpus Christi Naval Base where he was then medically retired.

Sastenez was preceded in death by his wife Esther...

May 16, 2014

Robert Garcia-Martinez, son of Erick and Felicia Martinez of Corpus Christi,  received his angel wings on Friday May 16, 2014. He was 18 months old. During his brief stay on earth, Robert touched the lives of everyone that came in contact with him. His beautiful smile and his "Hi's" were contagious and will never be forgotten by those who heard...

May 11, 2014

Felipa Figueroa , age 83, passed away May 11, 2014. She was born September 13, 1930 in Robstown, Texas to Juan and Ignacia Zapata. She was preceded in death by her parents, siblings, Virginia Herrera, Jesus Zapata, Benustranio Zapata, Francisco Zapata, Romona Lara and Claudio Zapata. She is survived by her husband, Rufino Figueroa; daughters, Diana (Roy) Montemayor, Rose (Loy)...

May 8, 2014

Nora Jean Ortiz, 54, lost her life after a courageous battle with cancer. She was an awesome mom, loving sister and caring aunt. She loved caring for children and was an avid bingo player. She had a big heart and was always willing to lend a helping hand. Her kindness and generosity was felt by all who knew her.

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May 4, 2014

Candelario L. Leal, age 78, died May 4, 2014. He was born May 28, 1935 to Jose Ricardo and Justa Leal in Sinton, Texas. He worked as a field representative with Woodman of the World Life Insurance. He was preceded in death by a sister Elvira Moreno. He is suvived by his wife of 58 years Margarita Leal; two daughters,...

May 4, 2014

Candelario L. Leal, age 78, died May 4, 2014. He was born May 28, 1935 to Jose Ricardo and Justa Leal in Sinton, Texas. He worked as a field representative with Woodman of the World Life Insurance. He was preceded in death by a sister Elvira Moreno. He is suvived by his wife of 58 years Margarita Leal; two daughters,...

Apr 28, 2014

Apr 27, 2014

Our beloved Gina Gwen Garza-Smith was escorted to heaven by her guardian angels and called to eternal rest on Sunday April 27 after a long and lengthy illness that she courageously battled till the very end. She died on a very special day the Canonization of Pope John Paul II and Pope John XXIII and Divine Mercy Sunday .Gina was...

Apr 24, 2014

Jesse Andrew Bazan, 66, passed away quietly on April 24, 2014 surrounded by his family. We are grief-stricken by loss of this great man who was more than just a loving and adoring husband, father, and grandfather. Jesse was also a proud Vietnam Veteran who served his country when called and came home safe to his parents and siblings. God’s...

Apr 23, 2014

Eba H. Moreno, age 67, passed away April 23, 2014. She was born January 18, 1947 in Dinero, Texas to Eliseo and Maria Herrera. Eba was an Air Force wife for 21 years. She played softball, volleyball and was very active in sports. Eba was certified in paramedics as well as working many years in retail as a military civilian...

Apr 22, 2014

Barbara Ellen Cantrell passed away April 22, 2014 at the age of 74. She was born December 28, 1939 to Lelia and Clarence Cantrell.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, April 26, 2014 at the Saint Mary's Cemetery in Bayside, Texas.

Apr 10, 2014

Jerald Lynn Offer passed away April 10, 2014. He was born August 10, 1949 to Edwin & Wanda Offer.

A visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Monday, April 14, 2014 at the Limbaugh Funeral Home in Portland.

Apr 8, 2014

Nicanor C. “Nick” Garcia, Jr. was born December 6, 1949 and passed away peacefully on April 8, 2014 while surrounded by loved ones. He was a long time resident of Portland, Texas. He graduated from Gregory-Portland in 1969, and was a lifetime member of the Portland Volunteer Fire Department. He enjoyed refereeing basketball games throughout South Texas. He was a...

Apr 7, 2014

- Herlinda F. DelBosque, age 54, passed away April 7, 2014.  She was born March 15, 1960 in Mathis, Texas to Juan A. and Bertha Farias.  She was preceded in death by her parents and brother Juan Farias, Jr.   She is survived by husband, Matias DelBosque, Jr. of Mathis; two sons Matias F. (Felicita) DelBosque, III and Ruben F. DelBosque...

Apr 7, 2014

Apr 4, 2014

 B. T. Sikes, Jr. passed away April 4, 2014. He was born January 14, 1936 in San Patricio, Texas to Buryl Thomas, Sr. and Susie Sikes. He was preceded in death by his parents and daughter Mary Kay. He is survived by his wife Cathy Sikes, daughter Debbie (Ralph) Rivera of San Patricio, two sons, Larry (Vicki) Sikes and Randy...

Apr 3, 2014

He was born July 23, 1930 in Goliad, Texas to Margarito and Emilia Gutierrez.   He is survived by his wife of 58 years Pola Gutierrez, eight daughters, Vicky Pena of Temple, Texas, Mary Rivas of Mathis, Texas, Celia Cruz of Wild Rose, Wisconsin, Silvia Gutierrez of Washington D.C., Irma Gutierrez of St. Paul, Texas, Elva Rangel of Mathis, Lupe Gutierrez...

Apr 2, 2014

 Guadalupe Moya, age 75, passed away April 2, 2014. She was born May 4,1938 in Mathis to Simon and Josefina Moya. She is survived by daughter Florinda Gonzales of Del Rio, Texas; sons Felipe Moya of Uvalde, Texas, Fernando Moya of Washington, Robert Moya, Filberto Moya, Leroy Gonzales and Presentation Moya all of Mathis; two sisters Carolina Jalomo of Corpus...