Obituaries
David Joel Frapart
Mar 31, 2025
BROWNSVILLE, TX. - David Joel Frapart passed away in Houston, Texas, on Monday, the 31st of March 2025 from complications of living his life his way! He was born in San Benito, Texas at Dolly Vinsant Memorial Hospital on December 29, 1954, a sixth generation Texan, to Sarah Dorfman and Ralph Frapart. That hospital was chosen due to complications during...
James Lawrence Briseño
Mar 31, 2025
HARLINGEN, TX. - James Lawrence Briseño passed away on Monday, the 31st of March 2025. He was 76 years of age.
A devoted father, grandfather, and friend, James spent 30 plus years working for Southwestern Bell and AT&T, where he was not only a dedicated employee but also a cherished colleague. Known affectionately as “Breeze” to his friends and coworkers, he...
Gilberto Gomez, Jr.
Mar 28, 2025
BROWNSVILLE, TX. - Gilberto Gomez, Jr. died on on Friday, the 28th of March 2025 at Ebony Lake Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Brownsville, Texas at the age of 81.
Son of Gilberto Gomez, Sr. and Marina C. Gomez; brother of Juan Jose Gomez Sr.; uncle of Jack Gomez and Alexi Gomez.
Anyone with any next of kin contact information is asked...
Patsy S. Killebrew Gonzales
Mar 22, 2025
BROWNSVILLE, TX. – Patsy S. Killebrew Gonzales went home peacefully to be with the Lord on Saturday, the 22nd of March 2025 in Brownsville, Texas. She was born on April 13, 1964 in Brownsville, Texas. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Gonzales, and her parents, Willie B. and Angelita Garza Killebrew.
She is survived by her children, Jessica...
Arnold "Arnie" Ira Benson
Mar 21, 2025
BROWNSVILLE, TX. - Arnold Ira Benson, of Brownsville, Texas, passed away on Friday, the 21st of March 2025 at 4:50 in the afternoon. He was three days shy of his 83rd birthday. Born in the Bronx, New York, Arnie was a man of great intellect and character. With an exceptional Mensa IQ, he was known for his sharp wit, dry...
Ramon "Ray" Reyes Longoria
Mar 20, 2025
BROWNSVILLE, TX. – Ramon “Ray” Reyes Longoria passed away peacefully on Thursday, the 20th of March 2025 holding the hand of his beloved wife Josefina "Yolanda" Cano Longoria. Ramon lived to be 95, born on The Epiphany, January 6, 1930 (Three Kings Day and hence the middle name - Reyes).
Ramon was a proud American who served in the United States...
Olga "Olgis" Quintero
Mar 18, 2025
BROWNSVILLE, TX. - With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Olga Quintero, who left us on Tuesday, the 18th of March 2025 in Brownsville surrounded by her family. She was a true warrior—strong, resilient, and full of love. Her unwavering spirit and kindness touched everyone who knew her. She was 81 years of age.
Olga was born...
Melanie "Mely" Moral Reiter
Mar 15, 2025
RANCHO VIEJO, TX. - Melanie “Mely” Moral Reiter, 78, beloved wife, daughter, and mother, was called to her eternal resting place on Saturday, the 15th March 2025. She entered this world on April 13, 1946 in San Luis Potosí, México, born to Luís Moral Stüssy and Maria Magdalena Gual Dey.
Melanie enjoyed her youth in Tampico, México. She settled for over...
Juan "Johnny" Andres Rivera, Sr.
Mar 14, 2025
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX. – Juan “Johnny” Andres Rivera, Sr. passed away peacefully on Friday, the 14th of March 2025 in Corpus Christi, Texas with his son, Tomas, and his best friend at his side. He was 76 years of age.
Born on October 25, 1948, in Brownsville, Texas, Johnny graduated from Hannah High School in 1967. The following year, he joined...
Manuel Salinas, Jr.
Mar 13, 2025
LOS FRESNOS, TX. –
In Loving Memory of Manuel Salinas, Jr.
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Manuel Salinas, Jr., 66, who entered eternal rest on Thursday, the 13th of March 2025, in the comfort of his home in Los Fresnos, surrounded by his loving family after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Manuel was preceded in death by his...
Perfecto Garcia, Jr.
Mar 10, 2025
BROWNSVILLE, TX. – With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Perfecto García Pedraza, who peacefully passed away on Monday, the 10th of March 2025, at the age of 84, in Brownsville, Texas. Born on December 20, 1940, in Brownsville, he spent his life in the city he loved, surrounded by family, friends, and a deep sense of community.
Perfecto was...
Ruth A. Nicholson
Mar 7, 2025
CANADA - Ruth Anne Nicholson UE, passed away due to complications of influenza on the 7th of March 2025, at the age of 74 while wintering in the South Padre Island golf community in Texas. Beloved wife of David Nicholson, devoted mother to Paul (Alicia), Jon, and Sarah, and cherished grandmother to Owen and Claire. She was predeceased by her...
Mary Lou (Barrientes) González
Mar 7, 2025
BROWNSVILLE, TX. – Mary Lou (Barrientes) González passed away at home on Friday, the 7th of March 2025.
Born in Port Isabel, Texas on September 29, 1936, Mary Lou was a lifelong Catholic and woman of faith, daughter of four, devoted wife and mother of five, schoolteacher, playful grand- and great-grandmother, and involved community member of Brownsville, all hand-in-hand with the...
Bruce W. Ashmore, Sr.
Mar 2, 2025
KENTUCKY -Bruce W. Ashmore, Sr. entered into eternal rest on Sunday, the 2nd of March 2025 in Brownsville, Texas.
Forwarding arrangements directed by Steven R. Hieu Bailey, CFSP and Staff have been entrusted to the care of Darling-Mouser Funeral Home at 945 Palm Boulevard in Brownsville, Texas 78520, (956) 546-7111.
Guadalupe Perez Betz
Mar 2, 2025
BROWNSVILLE, TX. - Today, we gather not just to mourn a loss, but to honor the incredible life of Guadalupe Perez Betz, our beloved Mami. She was the heart and soul of the Betz family—a mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great grandmother whose love was boundless and whose warmth touched every life she entered. She was a woman whose laughter could...
Rosa Maria Rodriguez
Feb 25, 2025
BROWNSVILLE, TX. - Rosa Maria Rodriguez entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, the 25th of February 2025 at Valley Regional Medical Center in Brownsville. She was 78 years of age.
Rosa was born on March 17, 1946 in Veracruz, Mexico, daughter of the late Jesus Diaz and Maura Hernandez Diaz. She graduated from San Benito High School where she ranked 5th...
Bradley W. Jones
Feb 23, 2025
CANADA - Bradley W. Jones entered into eternal rest on Sunday, the 23rd of February 2025 in Brownsville, Texas.
International forwarding arrangements directed by Steven R. Hieu Bailey, CFSP and Staff have been entrusted to the care of Darling-Mouser Funeral Home at 945 Palm Boulevard in Brownsville, Texas 78520, (956) 546-7111.
Augusto Cisneros Chapa
Feb 19, 2025
BROWNSVILLE, TX. - Augusto Cisneros Chapa entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, the 19th of February 2025 in the comfort of his Brownsville residence surrounded by his family. He was 81 years of age.
Augusto was born on August 14, 1943 in Matamoros, Tamaulipas, Mexico, son of the late Aurelio Cisneros and Amelia Cisneros Chapa. He was a longtime resident of...
Marie Catherine "Katie" Parra
Feb 15, 2025
GEORGETOWN, TX. - Marie Catherine Parra, affectionately known as Katie, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, the 15th of February 2025 in Temple, Texas. She was 56 years of age.
Katie was born on October 17, 1968 in Brownsville, Texas, daughter of the late Guadalupe C. Parra and Rita Parra. She attended Lincoln Park school and later resided in Georgetown, Texas...
Manfred Arthur Hofstaedter
Feb 13, 2025
BROWNSVILLE, TX. – Manfred Arthur Hofstaedter, age 94, of Brownsville, Texas passed away on Thursday, the 13th of February 2025. Manfred was born November 13, 1930, son of the late Emilie Hanke and Walter Hofstaedter in Breslau, Germany.
Manfred volunteered at Valley Baptist Hospital and Brownsville Medical Center as well as leading the senior wellness group there. He was the yard...
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