Obituaries
Eduardo "Ed" Genis Aguilar
Aug 2, 2016
Eduardo Genis Aguilar, 79, also known as "Ed" or "Eddie", entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, August 2, 2016, at his residence in Brownsville surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Cuautla, Morelos, Mexico, in November of 1936 to Augusto and Albertina Aguilar. At the age of 20, Ed migrated to the USA, he learned English at...
Herminia G. Moreno
Jul 29, 2016
Herminia G. Moreno, 89, of Brownsville, entered into eternal rest at Valley Regional Medical Center on Thursday, July 29, 2016. She was preceded in death by her husband, Juan T. Moreno; a daughter, Sandra R. and a son, Arturo A. Left behind to eternally treasure their memories of her are her children: Juan A. (Adelina), Roberto X., Laura M....
Elvira P. Harris
Jul 28, 2016
Elvira P. Harris, 87, joined God's legion of angels on July 28, 2016 at VBMC in Brownsville. She was born in El Grullo, Jalisco, Mexico. Elvira was preceded in death by her father, Jesus Pelayo; mother, Maria Ramona Galicia Pelayo; a sister, Lupita Olson; and a son-in-law, Police Commander (Ret.) Randy Dunn. Elvira is survived by her children: Elizabeth...
Silvia Weisberg
Jul 27, 2016
Silvia Weisberg, 68, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, July 27, 2016, in Houston, Texas at St. Luke's Methodist Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Silvia was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister. Her love was unconditional and knew no bounds. She was the rock and foundation of her family. She always saw the positive...
Janice Stone Goolsby Clegg Rovello
Jul 21, 2016
Janice Stone Goolsby Clegg Rovello Was born in 1925 in San Antonio, TX, to Marguerite and Ralph Stone. Ralph was a Pan American pilot and when Janice was a young child they relocated to Tampico, Mexico, where she lived for many years. Her mother home schooled Janice and her sister Jean and brother Bobby. During these years she developed...
Gladys E. Aznar
Jul 19, 2016
Gladys E. Aznar, 87, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, July 19, 2016, at Valley Baptist Medical Center in Brownsville, Texas. Gladys, a native of Monterrey, N.L., Mexico, had been a longtime resident of Brownsville. Gladys touched the lives of countless students during her 45 years as a teacher with the BISD. A devout Catholic, Gladys was a faithful...
Abiel Cavazos Jr.
Jul 18, 2016
Abiel Cavazos Jr.,36, beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle, cousin and friend entered into the glory of his eternal life on Monday, July 18, 2016, at Valley Regional Medical Center in Brownsville, Texas surrounded by his loving family. Abiel was a native and lifetime resident of Brownsville. Abiel was an excellent father, husband, and son who loved spending time...
Maria Isabel Schoenmakers
Jul 15, 2016
Maria Isabel Schoenmakers, 87, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother entered into the glory of her eternal life on Friday, July 15, 2016, at her residence in Brownsville, Texas, surrounded by her loving family. "Chavelita", as she was affectionately known to all, was a native and lifetime resident of Brownsville. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who gave...
Ruben Hinojosa, Sr.
Jul 13, 2016
Ruben Hinojosa, Sr., beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, 84, of Brownsville entered into eternal rest at his residence on Wednesday, July 13, 2016 surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Hinojosa was a dedicated employee of the City of Brownsville as a Vacant Lot Inspector for 25 years. He is survived by his loving wife of many...
Antonio Hernandez
Jul 13, 2016
Antonio Hernandez, 90, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother entered into the glory of his eternal life on Wednesday, July 13, 2016, at Valley Baptist Medical Center in Harlingen, Texas, surrounded by his loving family. Antonio was preceded in death by his parents, Maria and Nolberto Hernandez; 3 sisters: Rita, Cuca, and Carmela; and 4 brothers: Salvador, Juan,...
James Randle Fowler
Jul 11, 2016
James Randle "Jim" Fowler 71, loving father and husband, passed away at his home on June 11, 2016. He is preceded in death by his father, Charles Winfred Fowler, his mother, Elsie Truman Fowler, his brother, Kevin Britt Fowler, and his son, Charles Thomas Fowler. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Mary Anna Fowler, his daughter...
Joaquim G. "Jack" Carinhas,Jr.
Jul 10, 2016
Joaquim "Jack" G. Carinhas Jr., 82, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, July 10, 2016 at Valley Baptist Medical Center in Harlingen, Texas with his loving family at his side. Jack, as he was affectionately known to all, was born in St. Augustine, Fl., in April of 1934. He graduated from Tulane University in New Orleans, La., where he...
Gordon Eugene Williams
Jul 8, 2016
Gordon Eugene Williams, 79, entered into eternal rest at his home on Friday, July 8, 2016 in Brownsville, Texas. He is preceded in death by Jacque Walker Williams, his wife of 58 years. Mr. Williams was born in 1937 in Sweetwater, Texas and moved to Brownsville with his family to open several local cafes. After his family's arrival, he...
José Javier Zuniga
Jul 6, 2016
José Javier Zuniga, 79, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather entered into the glory of his eternal life on Wednesday, July 6, 2016, at Valley Regional Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. José was preceded in death by his parents, Maria de Jesúsa and José D. Zuniga; his brothers: Carlos, Hector, and Efrain Zuniga; and his sisters:...
Morris Walker Clint, Jr.
Jun 26, 2016
Morris Walker Clint, Jr., died peacefully on Sunday, June 26, 2016 at Sunshine Haven in Olmito, Texas at the age of 87. Morris was a dedicated and loving family man, nurseryman and friend. A Brownsville native and a proud 3rd generation horticulturist, Morris graduated from Texas A&M College with a degree in Floriculture in 1949. After graduating from college...
Yolanda López De Terán
Jun 23, 2016
Yolanda López de Terán, 88, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, June 23, 2016, at her residence in Brownsville, Texas surrounded by her loving family. Yolanda is preceded in death by her husband, Heberto Terán Flores; two daughters, Nilda Terán and Graciela T. Peña; and a sister, Imelda Lopez de Ferreyro. Yolanda is survived by her loving children: Yolanda...
Lionel Garza
Jun 20, 2016
SAN ANTONIO - Lionel Garza, Jr., 71, returned to his heavenly home on Monday June 20, 2016 after a lifelong battle with a pituitary tumor. His devotion to his family and firm belief in God supported him in his struggle and ultimately gave him peace. Lionel was born in Kingsville, Texas in 1944 to Lionel and Cayetana "Lois/Elodia" (later...
Juan Vasquez
Jun 19, 2016
Juan Vasquez, 40, beloved son, brother, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend entered into the glory of his eternal life on Sunday, June 19, 2016, at Valley Baptist Medical Center in Brownsville, Texas. Juan was a native and lifetime resident of Brownsville. Juan was deeply loved and will be profoundly missed by all those fortunate to have known him. Juan...
Brenda Joyce Wilburn
Jun 19, 2016
Brenda Joyce Wilburn, a long-time resident of Brownsville, Texas, died on Sunday, June 19, 2016 in her home surrounded by her family and closest friends. Born in Austin, Texas in 1951, Brenda received a Bachelor of Science in Education from Huston-Tillotson College and then went on to receive her M.Ed. in Counseling. Brenda taught math at Hanna High School...
Maria Hilaria Rios
Jun 18, 2016
BROWNSVILLE - Maria Hilaria Rios, age 81, passed away on Saturday, June 18, 2016. Maria was born in Durango, Mexico to Candelario Ruiz & Antonia Ruiz Salazar on October 28, 1934. A long time Brownsville resident, Maria worked at Mercy Hospital and the Cameron County Health Department before dedicating over 25 years of service to the children of Russell...
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