Local obituaries for Weslaco, Mercedes & Hidalgo County.

Jan 10, 2025

Austin/Weslaco- Andy Contreras, a beloved father and grandfather, was born on August 11, 1961, in Raymondville, Texas. He entered eternal rest on January 10, 2025, at his home in Austin.  

Andy’s family relocated to Weslaco when he was in middle school, and as a lifelong athlete, Andy immediately became active in sports. In high school, he stood out in both...

Feb 22, 2025

In Loving Memory of Carlos (Charlie) Cantu Jr.

February 17, 1942-February 22, 2025 



It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Carlos (Charlie) Cantu, Jr., a devoted husband, cherished father, proud grandfather, and loving great-grandfather. He left this world peacefully on February 22, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. 



Carlos lived a life rich with love, joy, and unwavering dedication...

Feb 22, 2025

Weslaco- Roy Moravitz, 63, passed away at his home on Saturday, February 22, 2025. 

Feb 20, 2025

Juan Jose Morales's interment services have been scheduled for Monday, February 24, 202,5, at 2:30 PM at Sacred Park Cemetery. Eternal Light Funeral Home is in charge of the funeral services. 

Feb 20, 2025

Weslaco- Julian “120” Javier “Harvey” Flores passed away on February 20, 2025, at 58. He was born on December 27, 1966, to Julian Flores Jr. and Avelina Rincon Flores. 

Julian had an undeniable spunk for life from a young age—always adventurous, playful, and energetic. After junior high, he channeled that enthusiasm into becoming a dedicated manager for the Weslaco Panthers football...

Feb 17, 2025

Delpha May DeGraffenreid, 97, passed away on February 17, 2025 at Knapp Medical Center in Weslaco, TX. 

Feb 16, 2025

Interment services for Aziel Copote have been scheduled for Monday, February 24, 2024, at 11 AM at Sacred Park Cemetery. Serenity Chapels, Santo Rosa, TX, is in charge of the funeral services.

Feb 14, 2025

Mercedes- 

Linda G. Stoudt, 81, passed away on February 14, 2025. 

Linda and her husband of 62 years endured many of life's toughest lessons together and will always lovingly be remembered by him as his very best friend on our life's journey together. Linda is survived by her husband, son, two daughters, four granddaughters, three great granddaughters and two great grandsons. 

Feb 14, 2025

Rose Marie Rose, a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend, passed away on February 14, 2025, at Knapp Medical Center in Weslaco, TX. Rose was born on July 6, 1940 in Boston, MA. 

Rose had a way of making every room brighter, every moment funnier, and every gathering feel like a party, so to say she will be dearly missed...

Feb 11, 2025

Feb 10, 2025

Dr. Jorge Siji Davila Jr., beloved son, esteemed pharmacist, and dedicated medical professional, passed away on February 10, 2025, at the Rio Grande Regional Hospital. He was born on July 19, 1985, in Weslaco, Texas. 

Dr. Jorge graduated from the University of Texas with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree. 

He leaves behind his mother, Susan Davila; his sister, Deidre Davila; his best...

Feb 3, 2025

Roy E. Kubala, 73, passed away on February 3, 2025, at Windsor Nursing & Rehab Center in Weslaco, TX. 

Feb 2, 2025

Feb 1, 2025

Alicia Z. Martinez, a devoted soul whose life spanned the fields of Boling, Texas, to the many corners of the United States, peacefully returned to her Creator on February 1, 2025, at age 85. Born on February 26, 1939, she cultivated not only the earth as a lifelong migrant worker but also the hearts of those she loved as a...

Jan 30, 2025

Harlingen- Raul H. Rivera, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and devoted husband, passed away on January 30, 2025, at Knapp Medical Center. He was born on October 2, 1946, in Tampico, Mexico, and brought joy and laughter wherever he went.

Raul married Martha Mendez on February 28, 1965, and they remained devoted to each other for life. Settling in Harlingen, they built...

Jan 29, 2025

Weslaco- 

Baby Antonio Rivas passed away on January 29, 2025.

Jan 29, 2025

Weslaco- Patricia Anne Brown April 3, 1936 – January 29, 2025

Patricia Anne Brown, affectionately known as Pat, was born on April 3, 1936, in Evanston, Illinois, at Saint Francis Hospital. On the morning of January 29, 2025, at the age of 88, she passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents,...

Jan 28, 2025

Adrian Bay, Michigan/ Weslaco- Odet Cristina Contreras, a remarkable soul who graced this world with her resilient spirit, passed away on January 28, 2025, at Adrian Bay Nursing Home. Born on May 11, 1952, in Progreso, Texas, Odet's journey through life was characterized by hard work, love, and an unwavering commitment to her family.

From her humble beginnings as a child...

Jan 26, 2025

Weslaco- 

Domingo "Mingo" J. Martinez, a loving husband, talented musician, and dedicated community member, passed away on January 26, 2025, at Knapp Medical Center, surrounded by family. Born on April 26, 1959, in McAllen, Texas, Mingo lived a life characterized by kindness, confidence, and an unwavering commitment to those he loved.

Mingo’s story is one of love, dedication, and hard work. He...

Jan 25, 2025

Interment services for Maria Del Carmen Alonso have been scheduled for Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at 3 PM. Salinas Funeral Home is in charge of the funeral services.