Local obituaries for Weslaco, Mercedes & Hidalgo County.

July 4, 2024

July 3, 2024

Weslaco—Graciela M. Pedraza, a beloved homemaker and caregiver, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home on July 3rd, 2024, in Weslaco. She was born on December 15th, 1933, in La Parra, Texas, where her father worked on the ranch. Grace's nurturing spirit, which she developed from her early years in La Parra, touched the lives of many. She...

July 3, 2024

Mercedes—Richard Thomas Head, a devoted family man and Army Paratrooper in the 101st Airborne Division, passed away at his home in Mercedes on July 3rd, 1934, at 84. Richard, born May 5th, 1940, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, led a remarkable life filled with love, hard work, and faith.

During his time in the Army, Richard served with honor and courage as a...

July 1, 2024

Mercedes- Petra Garcia, a beloved mom, grandma, and sister, passed away peacefully at her home in Mercedes, Texas. Born on September 9, 1937, in Harlingen, Texas, Petra touched the lives of many with her strength, care, selflessness, and nurturing nature.

Throughout her life, Petra found joy in gardening and tending to her beautiful rose garden. She also had a talent for...

June 30, 2024

Weslaco- Maria (Ma Cuqui) Aguirre, a woman of remarkable strength, generosity, and love, passed away on June 30, 2024, at her home in Weslaco, surrounded by her adoring family. She was born on January 9, 1925, to Modesto and Maria (Jesusita) Cazares in Mercedes, Texas.

Ma Cuqui’s life was a testament to resilience and entrepreneurship, traits she inherited from her parents,...

June 27, 2024

Alamo- Guadalupe González, amada por muchos, falleció en su casa de Álamo el 27 de junio de 2024. Nació el 18 de octubre de 1937 en Hualhuises, Nuevo León, México. La vida de Guadalupe estuvo marcada por su inquebrantable generosidad, su naturaleza servicial y su inmenso amor por quienes la rodeaban.

Guadalupe era conocida por su espíritu cálido y su buen...

June 26, 2024

Maria Castillo

August 18, 1931 - June 26, 2024

Maria Castillo, of Weslaco Texas, entered eternal rest and received her her angel wings on Wednesday June 26, 2024, she was 92.

Maria was born on August 18, 1931, to Eligio Madrigal and Agapita Alvarado in La Grulla, Texas. She later met, fell in love, and eventually married her one true love, Jose Castillo,...

June 22, 2024

Weslaco- 

Juanita “Jane” Reyes was born June 20, 1937 in Weslaco to Vicente and Angelita (Perez) Reyes. She passed away on June 22, 2024, just two days past her 87th birthday. 

She graduated from Weslaco High School in 1957 and continued her education at Baylor School of Nursing on a scholarship. Her achievement of receiving a Bachelor's degree marked a significant milestone,...

June 18, 2024

Monica Mata, a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, and community member, passed away peacefully at her home in Weslaco. She was born in Ganado, Texas, on March 26, 1936, and left this world on June 18, 2024. Monica's life was a testament to hard work, faith, and a perpetual love for her family.

Growing up in Ganado with nine siblings, Monica learned...

June 17, 2024

Weslaco, TX—Mary A. Colon Cruz passed away at her home on June 17th, 2024. Mary was born on April 12th, 1947, in Weslaco to Julian and Margarita (Vela) Cantu. She was the second of 14 children.

Mary grew up in Weslaco, where she graduated high school. She continued her education, earning a Bachelor's Degree from Pan American University. Mary went to...

June 16, 2024

Weslaco- Jonah Alexander Cardenas, 23, passed away on Sunday, June 16th, 2024. 

June 16, 2024

June 16, 2024

Weslaco- Susan K. Barge-Frantz 60 passed away on June 16th, 2024 at her home. She was born on May 3, 1964 in Piqua, Ohio. She is preceded in death by her husband of 30+ years Norman Frantz, Parents Leo Lester. Barge & Jessie Ann Adams-Barge, of Ohio they moved to Texas 1978 She was 14 year old, Attended school in Elsa,...

June 15, 2024

Lisa Cherie Ochsenfeld, born on January 13, 1980, in Hampton, Virginia, bid farewell to the world on June 15, 2024, in Weslaco. She leaves behind a legacy of love, hard work, and creativity that will forever be cherished by those who had the privilege of knowing her.

Lisa's formative years were filled with the playful antics of her two older brothers,...

June 12, 2024

June 11, 2024

Weslaco - Betty Jo Crist

Betty released her spirit this morning, June 11, 2024.

She was born March 14, 1927, to Eben Thompson and Minnie (Wilson) Thompson in Fort Morgan, Colorado. 

 Betty grew up on her family's farm and ranch on the Platte River, near Goodrich, Colorado, with three brothers, Frank, Tommy, and Marvin, and a younger sister, Helen. She met Bud (John...

June 10, 2024

June 10, 2024

On June 10, 2024, Maria S. Perez, devoted mother and grandmother, was granted eternal rest at 93. She was born on December 9, 1930, in Alamo, TX, to Jesus and Manuela (Silva) Solis and passed away at her home in Donna, TX.

Maria met her soulmate, Ismael Mike Perez Sr., who attended a softball game she was playing in Alamo. They...

June 2, 2024

McAllen/Weslaco- Margarita Rodriguez, a strong and resilient woman, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2024, at her daughter's home in McAllen. She was born on November 13, 1928, in San Luis Potosi, Mexico to Inocencio and Candelaria (Ramirez) Silva. 

Margarita met her soulmate, Amadeo while working at the Weslaco theatre. They were married and raised their children together in Weslaco. 

Margarita, her husband,...

May 31, 2024

Weslaco and the surrounding communities mourn the loss of a true individual, Felix Sanchez, who passed away on May 31, 2024, at McAllen Medical Center. He was the first son born on January 10, 1971, to Noe and Anna (Torres) Sanchez in his beloved hometown of Weslaco, Texas. 

Felix Sanchez, a man deeply rooted in the community, was a man of...