Obituaries

Current Obituaries for Laredo, Texas

Praxedis Hernandez

Praxedis Hernandez

Jan 11, 2014

Praxedis Hernandez, 89, passed away January 11, 2014. Mrs. Hernandez was preceded in death by her husband, Jose Hernandez; son, Pedro Herrera and her daughter, Juanita Ramirez. She is survived by her children: Ernestina Herrera, Jose M. (Sara) Herrera, Benito (Juanita) Herrera, Angela Herrera, Natividad (Valeriano ) Guardiola, Rosa (Felix ) Garcia and Manuel (Laura) Hernandez; and son-in-law: Vicente...

Jon Vandam

Jon Vandam

Jan 8, 2014

JON VANDAM December 05, 1947 - January 08, 2014 Jon VanDam, 66, passed away Wednesday January 08, 2014. Jon was born on December 05, 1947 in Battle Creek, MI. He grew up in Climax, MI and lived in Michigan, California, Arizona and Idaho before settling down in Laredo, Texas. He is survived by his loving wife of 16 years,...

Jesse Garcia, Jr.

Jesse Garcia, Jr.

Jan 5, 2014

In a matter of seconds and without being able to say goodbye, our beloved son, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend, Jesse Garcia, Jr., closed his eyes on this earth forever. He passed away on January 5, 2014 at the age of 19. Although his life was not long on this earth, Jesse was always a loved young man. We...

Amelia Hoyos

Amelia Hoyos

Jan 4, 2014

El sbado 04 de enero del 2014 en la ciudad de Laredo, Texas entro a la presencia de nuestro Seor la Sra. Amelia De Hoyos a la edad de 87 aos. Le precedieron en la muerte su esposo, Ramiro De Hoyos y sus padres, Carlos y Mara de Jess Villarreal. Su memoria ser recordada por sus hijos e hija,...

Juanita Alvarado

Juanita Alvarado

Jan 3, 2014

Mrs. Juanita B. Alvarado, 105, entered into rest on Friday, January 03, 2014 at her residence. She was born on February 10, 1908 to Hipolito and Vicenta Barba in San Juan de Los Lagos, Jalisco, Mexico. She called Laredo home for many years. Mrs. Alvarado is preceded in death by her husband: Natividad Alvarado; parents: Hipolito and Vicenta Barba;...

Irma Cantero

Irma Cantero

Jan 1, 2014

Irma Sylvia Cantero, 41, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, January 1, 2014. Irma is survived by her children: Isabella Nicole Luna, Anthony Albert Luna, and Victoria Daniela Luna; parents: Juan M. and Irma R. Cantero; brothers: Juan Manuel Cantero, Jr., David Antonio Cantero, and Daniel Francisco Cantero. She is also survived by other loving relatives and friends. Visitation...

Beatriz Martinez

Beatriz Martinez

Jan 1, 2014

BEATRIZ T. MARTINEZ September 18, 1927 - January 01, 2014 Beatriz T. Martinez, 86, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, January 01, 2014. She was preceded in death by her husband, Omar P. Martinez; daughter, Ana Berta M. Goff; parents, Justino Trevio and Adelina P. Trevio; and brothers, Hector Trevio and Humberto Trevio. Beatriz is survived by her son,...

Baby Leon

Baby Leon

Dec 31, 2013

Survived by his parents: Carlos (Yazmin E.) De Leon, Jr. and other relatives. Visitation: Thursday, January 2, 2014 at Joe Jackson Springfield Chapels from 12 to 8 p.m. Rosary at 6:15 p.m. Chapel service: Friday, January 3, 2014 at 12 noon. Interment will follow at the Catholic Cemetery

Rosario Garza

Rosario Garza

Dec 30, 2013

The Heart and Strength of our family - our loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, Maria Del Rosario Garza Ruelas went to be with our Lord on Monday, December 30, 2013 at the age of 84. Our mother was born in Tamazulita Jalisco, Mexico on October 6, 1929. Rosario is preceded in death by her brothers, Octaviano, Rafael, Jose,...

Rodolfo Gutierrez Jr.

Rodolfo Gutierrez Jr.

Dec 29, 2013

Rodolfo Gutierrez, Jr., 39, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, December 29, 2013. Rodolfo is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents: Marin and Felipa R. Garcia, and paternal grandparents: Juan Gutierrez and Otila Guerra. He is survived by his loving wife: Claudia Gutierrez; daughter: Giovanni Rudelle Gutierrez; sons: Rodolfo (Carolina) Gutierrez III, Brody (Magda) Gutierrez, Roy Gutierrez, Troy...

Esperanza Martinez

Esperanza Martinez

Dec 28, 2013

Esperanza Martinez, 75, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, December 28, 2013. Esperanza is preceded in death by her parents: Pedro and Celestina Pia Vasquez; children: Juan Jesus Martinez, Maria Guadalupe (Joel) Salazar, Graciela Serna; siblings: Alejandro Vasquez, Maria Vasquez, Pedro Vasquez, Emelia Vasquez, and Evangelina Villarreal. She is survived by her husband: Jesus C. Martinez; daughter: Melissa Martinez;...

Marion Wheeler

Marion Wheeler

Dec 28, 2013

Marion Kyle Wheeler, 86, passed away on Saturday, December 28, 2013. Marion is survived by her sister: Margaret Wright; nephews: Ralph (Carmen) Wright, and Dr. Frank (Monica) Wright; grand nieces and nephews: William Wright, Stephanie Wright, Thomas Wright, and David Wright. A Memorial visitation will be held Sunday, December 29, 2013 at Joe Jackson North Funeral Chapels, 1410 Jacaman...

Anita Macdonald

Anita Macdonald

Dec 27, 2013

Anita Palacios Macdonald passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, December 27, 2013. "And whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die." John 11:26 The third of five children, Anita was born on August 3, 1924, to Carlos Gilberto and Rosa Maria Palacios. She was raised in Laredo, and graduated from Saint Peter's Academy. She married...

Elsa Dutton

Elsa Dutton

Dec 25, 2013

Mrs. Elsa Zardeneta Dutton, 65, entered into our Lord's heavenly kingdom on Christmas Day, December 25, 2013.

Maria Ramirez

Maria Ramirez

Dec 24, 2013

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Belia Ruiz

Belia Ruiz

Dec 23, 2013

Mrs. Belia Rodriguez Ruiz, passed away Monday, Dec. 23, 2013 in San Antonio, Texas, after a short battle with cancer. She was 77 years of age at the time of her passing, having recently celebrated her birthday. Mrs. Ruiz was a retired nurse with over 30 years of service helping and caring for others. She will be greatly missed....

Rev. Sandlin

Rev. Sandlin

Dec 19, 2013

Into the arms of his heavenly father and after completing a long and faithful journey serving his family and God, Reverend Deacon Larry Sandlin, 89, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, December 19, 2013. Larry was born to Virgil and Minnie W. Sandlin on June 7, 1924 in Waco, Texas. Shortly after moving to Laredo with his family, he...

Ernestina Zertuche

Ernestina Zertuche

Dec 18, 2013

Ernestina Zertuche, 62, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, December 18, 2013. Ernestina is preceded in death by her father: Roman Olivares Torres; husband: Alfredo Zertuche, Jr.; brothers: Ezequiel Olivares-Chavana, and Hector Jesus Olivares-Chavana. She is survived by her daughter: Tanya (Shaun) Rhodes; son: Alfredo Zertuche III.; grandson: Christian Edward Rhodes; brothers and sister: Roman (Beatriz) Olivares-Chavana, Omar (Leticia)...

Jesus Villanueva

Jesus Villanueva

Dec 17, 2013

Jesus Villanueva, 68, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, December 17, 2013. Jesus is preceded in death by his parents: Ildefonso and Perfecta Villanueva. He is survived by his wife: Petra Villanueva, daughter: Maria Mendoza and other loving relatives and friends. Visitation will be held Wednesday, December 18, 2013 at Joe Jackson Heights Funeral Chapels, 719 Loring @ Cortez...

Eliseo Valdez Sr.

Eliseo Valdez Sr.

Dec 16, 2013

ELISEO VALDEZ SR. AUGUST 16, 1923 - DECEMBER 16, 2013 Eliseo Valdez Sr. a World War II veteran who so proudly served his country in the United States Navy was called by the Lord on Monday Dec.16, 2013. After serving his country and marrying the love of his life Lucinda Valdez, he took great pride in working tirelessly all...