Obituaries

Current Obituaries for Laredo, Texas

Carlos Benavides, Jr.

Carlos Benavides, Jr.

Dec 23, 2020

The Honorable Carlos Y. (C.Y.) Benavides, Jr., a prominent Laredo public figure, philanthropist, lawyer and rancher, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2020 with his family at his side.  For years he had suffered from dementia and Parkinson’s disease, but had regained some physical strength in the last several years enabling him to fight through a bout of COVID-19...

James B. Kelly

James B. Kelly

Dec 23, 2020

James B. Kelly, joined our Lord on December 23, 2020.  James, who was affectionately known by his loved ones as Jim, was born to James Burton and Blanche Page Kelly on June 22, 1954 in San Antonio, Texas. Jim was preceded in death by both his parents and his only sibling, Rebecca Kelly.

Jim was a graduating...

Gregorio De La Cruz

Gregorio De La Cruz

Dec 21, 2020

GREGORIO DE LA CRUZ, SR.

MARCH 12, 1925 – DECEMBER 21, 2020

Gregorio De La Cruz, Sr., 95, joined our Lord in His heavenly kingdom on Monday, December 21, 2020.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Ninfa G. De La Cruz; parents,...

Alfonso Fernandez

Alfonso Fernandez

Dec 21, 2020

ALFONSO FERNANDEZ

OCTOBER 30, 1934 – DECEMBER 21, 2020

Alfonso Fernandez, 86, joined our Lord in His heavenly kingdom on Monday, December 21, 2020.  He worked his whole adult life with the City of Laredo, servicing the community as a taxi driver.  He never, in more than...

Ricardo Villarreal Jr.

Ricardo Villarreal Jr.

Dec 20, 2020

Ricardo Villarreal, Jr.

August 30, 1950-December 20, 2020

Mr. Ricardo Villarreal, Jr., 70, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, December 20, 2020.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ricardo and Guadalupe Villarreal, Sr.; and his daughter Claudia Villarreal.

Left to cherish...

Jose Gonzalez Jr.

Jose Gonzalez Jr.

Dec 19, 2020

JOSE HOMERO GONZALEZ JR.

August 21, 1958 – December 19, 2020

Jose Homero Gonzalez Jr., 62, joined our Lord in His heavenly kingdom on Saturday, December 19, 2020.

He was preceded in death by his father & mother: Jose Homero y Maria Gonzalez; and sibling:...

Laura Juarez

Laura Juarez

Dec 18, 2020

Laura Z. Juarez

May 13, 1969 – December 18, 2020

Laura Z. Juarez, 51, joined our Lord in His heavenly kingdom on Friday, December 18, 2020.

In her early years Laura attended Martin High School. She later went on to work for the City of...

Armando Cisneros

Armando Cisneros

Dec 13, 2020

Dearly loved father, husband, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend to many, Armando Cisneros, was called to heaven on Sunday morning, December 13th. He lives on in our hearts as we will forever truly miss him.

Armando was born and raised in Laredo, Texas and was a 1974 graduate of Martin High School.  He married his true love,...

Doris Valls

Doris Valls

Dec 13, 2020

After a long, happy, and faith-filled life, Doris Duke Valls passed away, peacefully, on December 13, 2020, at the age of 90. Born on September 18, 1930, she was the third child and only daughter of Consuelo and I. W. Duke. She grew up in the Heights neighborhood in Laredo and attended Martin High School where she was in...

Erasmo Arjona Garcia

Erasmo Arjona Garcia

Dec 13, 2020

El día 13 de diciembre del 2020, entro a su morada eterna en la presencia de Dios y de su santos, nuestro querido, Sr. Erasmo A. Arjona García a la edad de 67 años.

Le acompañan en duelo su querida esposa: Sra. Leticia Barajas de Arjona; hijos: Erasmo A. Arjona Jr. (Brenda Cortez), † Jesús Carlos Arjona...

Juanita Costilla

Juanita Costilla

Dec 13, 2020

Juanita Soto-Costilla, 97 years old, joined our Lord in His heavenly kingdom on the 13th day of December 2020.

She was the mother of 11 children, a total of 30 grandchildren, many great-grandchildren and numerous great great-grandchildren.  She worked the majority of her life and retired from her career making parties and selling Stanley Home Products.

...

Santos Martinez Gutierrez

Santos Martinez Gutierrez

Dec 12, 2020

SANTOS MARTINEZ GUTIERREZ

On December 12, 2020, God called out to receive another angel in his Kingdom. Santos Martinez Gutierrez passed away to an eternal rest at approximately 3:00 in the afternoon.

He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Lupita Martinez, along with their five children, Maria Teresa (Joseph)...

Maria Hernandez

Maria Hernandez

Dec 12, 2020

MARÍA EDNA RODRÍGUEZ DE HERNÁNDEZ

November 08, 1947 – December 12, 2020

María Edna Rodríguez de Hernández, 73, left to dance with the angels December 12, 2020.  She died peacefully in her home.

Edna is survived by her brother, Jesus Luis Rodriguez and his...

Alonzo Pizaña

Alonzo Pizaña

Dec 11, 2020

Alonzo Pizaña, 71, joined our Lord in His heavenly kingdom on Friday, December 11, 2020.

He was preceded in death by his parents; Jose & Tomasa Pizaña, siblings; Arnulfo Pizaña and Fernanda Bustamante.

Left to cherish his memory are his beloved wife, Yolanda Pizaña, their children; Nora Alicia Pizaña, Laura (Rolando Segura) Pizaña, Rachel (Marcos)...

Ezequiel Laurel

Ezequiel Laurel

Dec 11, 2020

EZEQUIEL P. LAUREL APRIL 29, 1935 – DECEMBER 11, 2020

Mr. Ezequiel P. Laurel, 85, entered into the presence of all the angels and saints in the heavenly kingdom on Friday, December 11, 2020, having been surrounded by his loving family and the sacraments of the church.  Ezequiel was born in...

Beatriz Villarreal

Beatriz Villarreal

Dec 6, 2020

Beatriz Villarreal

January 19, 1933 – December 06, 2020

Beatriz Villarreal, 87, joined our Lord in His heavenly kingdom on Sunday, December 6, 2020.

She was born in Laredo, Texas where shew grew up and lived her whole life.  As a young woman she worked...

Aida Cuevas

Aida Cuevas

Dec 6, 2020

AIDA CUEVAS

December 28, 1962 – December 06, 2020

Aida Cuevas, 57, was welcomed into the kingdom of heaven on Sunday, December 06, 2020.

Aida was a woman of true grace, character, and kindness. She fought fiercely against cancer for ten years and went peacefully...

Luis Soto

Luis Soto

Dec 5, 2020

Luis Carlos Soto

December 1, 1978- December 5, 2020

Luis Carlos Soto Seceñas, 42, passed away on December 5, 2020.

Wicho, as he was fondly called, graduated from St. Augustine High School in 1997, and received his degree in Business Administration from Texas A&M...

Ninfa Benavides

Ninfa Benavides

Dec 4, 2020

NINFA ALICIA BENAVIDES

AUGUST 26, 1937-DECEMBER 4, 2020

Ninfa Alicia Benavides, 83, entered into eternal rest on Friday, December 4, 2020. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend who despite being widowed at a young age, dedicated her entire life to raising her...

Dalila Raesch

Dalila Raesch

Dec 3, 2020

DALILA G. RAESCH

January 13, 1944 - December 03, 2020

Dalila G. Raesch, born January 13, 1944 in El Higo, Veracruz, was called to her eternal home by our Lord on Thursday, December 3rd 2020 at the blessed age of 76. She now joins her beloved...