Obituaries

Current Obituaries for Laredo, Texas

Roque Vela

Roque Vela

Jul 24, 2026

Roque Vela was born on May 11, 1944, and raised in Colonia Guadalupe at Bruni Courts in Laredo, Texas. He was the third of eight children and grew up learning the importance of strong family values. From a young age, Roque understood responsibility and hard work. At just 12 years old, he took on jobs to help his parents provide...

Jose M. Gomez

Jose M. Gomez

Jul 24, 2026

Jose Manuel Gomez (Pepe), 93, entered eternal rest on Friday July 24, 2026.

Mr. Gomez was born on December 8, 1932 in Agualeguas, NL, Mexico to Tomasita Garcia and Filemon Gomez. He married the love of his life and lifelong companion, Juana G. Gomez (Juanita), on January 7, 1956. Shortly after they were married, they left Mexico and established a life...

Josefina Cortez

Josefina Cortez

Jul 22, 2026

Josefina Cortez, 73, joined our Lord in His heavenly kingdom on Wednesday, July 22, 2026.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jose Castillo and Concepcion Diaz.

Left to cherish her memory are her husband of 47 years of marriage, Pedro Cortez; her children, Carina (Victor) Rubio, Celene Uribe, Nalleli (Ricardo) Ferdin, Pedro Hugo (Miriam) Cortez, and Pedro Cortez Jr.; her...

Maria A. Salinas

Maria A. Salinas

Jul 19, 2026

Maria A. Salinas, 82, joined our Lord in His heavenly kingdom on Sunday, July 19, 2026.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Geofredo Laurel and Elvira Cortinas; her husband, Fernando Salinas; and her siblings, Ana Maria (Jesus) Davila and Graciela (Gustavo) Davila.

Left to cherish her memory are her children, Sylvia (Avilio III) Peña, Yolanda (Luis Rey) Garza, Santiago (Sandra)...

Adalberto Andres Campos

Adalberto Andres Campos

Jul 18, 2026

Adalberto Andres Campos passed away on July 18, 2026, at home from complications due to ALS. He was born in Houston, Texas, on October 20, 1994. He was raised in Laredo and was a graduate of United High School. He was an avid basketball player and enjoyed other sports as well. Andy, as he was known, was a loving young...

Rosa Maria Gonzalez

Rosa Maria Gonzalez

Jul 18, 2026

Rosa Maria Gonzalez, 84, joined our Lord in His heavenly kingdom on Saturday, July 18, 2026.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Alfredo Gonzalez and Juanita Solis; her siblings, Alfredo Gonzalez Jr., Rogelio Gonzalez, Rodolfo Gonzalez, Josefina Velasquez, and Hilda Gonzalez; and her life partner, Antonieta Ceron.

Left to cherish her memory are her son, Gabriel (Magdalena Perez Avila) Gonzalez;...

Alfredo Lozano

Alfredo Lozano

Jul 16, 2026

Con profundo pésame, anunciamos el fallecimiento del Sr. Alfredo Lozano, quien partió de esta vida el 16 de julio del 2026, a la edad de 80 años.

Le precedieron en la muerte sus padres, Alfredo Lozano y Rita Nolasco, y sus hermanas Oralia Martínez, Carolina García y Dolores Hernández.

Le sobreviven su esposa de 61 años de matrimonio, María Luisa Lozano; sus...

Leo E. Aguilar Jr.

Leo E. Aguilar Jr.

Jul 11, 2026

Leo E. Aguilar Jr., 69, passed away in Plano, Texas, on July 11, 2026. Born in Laredo, Texas, on February 15, 1957. Leo lived a life full of passion, generosity, and deep devotion to his family, friends, and community. Leo was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Leo Sr. and Hermelinda Aguilar.

Left to cherish his memory are his loving...

José L. Serrano

José L. Serrano

Jul 11, 2026

José L. Serrano, 86 years, joined our Lord in His heavenly kingdom on Saturday, July 11, 2026.

He was preceded in death by his parents; Amador and Evangelina Serrano and by his brother, Juan Serrano.

Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 59 years of marriage, María Antonia Serrano, Sandra (Andrew) Buruato, Cynthia (Daniel) DeBarros, Claudia (Rudy) Castellanos, Dinorah...

Aaliyah Muñoz

Aaliyah Muñoz

Jul 9, 2026

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Aaliyah Muñoz, who left this world peacefully on July 9, 2026, the very day of her birth. In her brief time with us, Baby Muñoz touched the hearts of those who had the honor of surrounding her with love.

She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Alonzo and...

Antonio R. Colunga

Antonio R. Colunga

Jul 8, 2026

Antonio R. Colunga, 94 years, joined our Lord in His heavenly kingdom on Wednesday, July 8, 2026.

He was preceded in death by: his parents; Ricardo and Juanita Colunga

Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 67 year of marriage Juanita H. Colunga, children; Antonio R. (Dora) Colunga, Juan J. (Jessica) Colunga, Sara A. Colunga and Norma E. Colunga,...

Teodoro Homero Olivarez

Teodoro Homero Olivarez

Jul 7, 2026

Teodoro H. Olivarez, 66, of Las Vegas, NV, passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of his life and devoted wife, Alma, and his loving son, Homero.

Ted's legacy extends to a large, extended family and countless friends who were touched by his kindness, humility, and generous spirit. Ted graduated from Falfurrias High School and later from Texas A&I University, Kingsville,...

Ricardo M. Flores-Santos

Ricardo M. Flores-Santos

Jun 30, 2026

Ricardo Marcelo Flores-Santos was called home by Our Lord on June 30, 2026, surrounded by his family at his home at the age of 89. He was a beloved husband, father, businessman, and lifelong golfer who lived a full life with joy, purpose, and a deep sense of fulfillment. Born on January 16, 1937, in Nueva Rosita, Coahuila, Mexico, Ricardo dedicated his life...

Ricardo Salinas, Sr.

Ricardo Salinas, Sr.

Jun 21, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Ricardo Salinas, Sr., who departed this life on June 21, 2026, at the age of 74. Ricardo was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, mentor, and coach. He was a dedicated member of his community and a passionate coach whose impact will be felt by many for years...

Rosa Peña Ramos

Rosa Peña Ramos

Jun 20, 2026

Rosa Peña Ramos passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loved ones, at her home on June 20, 2026.

Rosa was a woman who was full of life, energy, and joy. She had a vibrant spirit that lit up the room and often made her the center of attention in any room she entered. She enjoyed laughing, dancing, playing bingo, Lotería, and...

Lucía Mireles de Juárez

Lucía Mireles de Juárez

Jun 20, 2026

La Sra. Lucía Mireles de Juárez entró a la presencia de nuestro Señor Jesucristo el día 20 de junio del 2026 a la edad de 78 años.

Le preceden en fallecimiento sus padres, Fructuoso Mireles y Dolores Guerrero y sus hermanos, Armando Mireles, Lydia Dominguez, Dolores Esquivel y Luis Mireles.

Su memoria será recordada por su querido esposo de 56 años de...

Arturo Leal

Arturo Leal

Jun 18, 2026

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Arturo Medina Leal, 96, who left this world on June 18, 2026. A cherished member of our community and a dedicated U.S. Army Veteran, Arturo’s life was marked by his unwavering commitment to serving his country. 

Arturo honorably served in the Korean War, where his bravery and valor were recognized...

Carlos M. De Lachica

Carlos M. De Lachica

Jun 13, 2026

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Carlos M. de Lachica, beloved son, husband, father, and uncle, who joined our Lord in His heavenly kingdom on Saturday, June 13, 2026.

He was preceded in death by his father, Ramon D. Martinez.

Left to cherish his memory are his husband, James. E Vargas; the mother of his children, Ana...

Yolanda Davila de Martinez

Yolanda Davila de Martinez

Jun 13, 2026

America Yolanda Davila de Martinez was born on December 6, 1933, and passed away peacefully on June 13, 2026, at the age of 92. Born in Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas, Mexico, Yolanda grew up in Monterrey, Nuevo León, where she met the love of her life, Jose Gabriel Martinez. They were married on December 17, 1956, and shared a fairy-tale love...

Juanita Almendarez Flores

Juanita Almendarez Flores

Jun 11, 2026

Juanita Almendarez Flores, 91, joined our Lord in His heavenly kingdom on Thursday, June 11, 2026.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Francisco Almendarez and Celia Martinez; her daughters, Rosa Celia Veliz and Hilda Alicia Flores; and her sisters, Refugia Morales and Francisca Casarez.

Left to cherish her memory are her children, Felix (Estela) Flores, Jose Manuel (Juanita†) Flores, Juan...