Obituaries

Mar 29, 2025

Orlando Maldonado, "Landy", 62 of Pearsall, entered rest on March 29, 2025. He was born in California on July 2, 1962, to Javier R. Maldonado and Guadalupe Morales Maldonado. He is preceded in death by his brother, Javier Maldonado Jr. and mother Guadalupe.

He is survived by siblings, Noralisa Chavana (Juan Manuel), John Edward Maldonado and Kristel...

Mar 28, 2025

It is with a heavy heart that we are forced to say farewell to our son, Matthew. A gift from God that was taken away too soon even before he was to be brought into the world and meet all who inhabit it. Matthew Rudy Olivarez, although only twenty-two weeks in the womb was already loved and celebrated by...

Mar 27, 2025

Raquel Chavira, 67 of Pearsall, entered rest on March 27, 2025, San Antonio. She was born on August 24, 1957, to Reynaldo Chavira and Ramona Reyes Chavira. She is preceded in death by her parents.

She is survived by her children, Jose Dozal, Adriana Dozal and Ismael Dozal. Siblings, Becky Mendoza (Jesse), Bobby Chavira, Rene Chavira (Melba)...

Mar 24, 2025

Pablo Davila Villa, aged 72 of Pearsall, passed away on March 24, 2025. Born in Tamaulipas, Mexico, to Pablo Davila Villa and Crisanta Davila Villa. Pearsall had been Pablo’s home since 2016. He worked diligently as a farm worker for local farmers, contributing to the community with his hard work and dedication.

Pablo is survived by his...

Mar 20, 2025

Larry Michael Swinney, aged 52, of Pearsall, passed away on March 20, 2025, in San Antonio, surrounded by family. Born on May 14, 1972, to Larry Bruce Swinney and Maria Soila Maldonado, Larry was a loving person known for his dedication and skill as a foreman working on powerlines for most of his life. He leaves behind a large...

Mar 19, 2025

Bertha Flores, born on December 27, 1931, in Dilley to Antonio Flores and Josefa Cuevas Flores, passed away on March 19, 2025 in Pearsall. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

Bertha is survived by her daughter Nelda Sepeda and son Richard Sepeda. She leaves behind a legacy through her eight grandchildren: Joey Gutierrez, Mia Gutierrez-Woods,...

Mar 8, 2025

Eva A. Nava, 65 of Dilley, entered rest on March 8, 2025 in San Antonio. She was born on February 4, 1960, in Dilley to George Martinez and Barbarita DeLeon Martinez. She is preceded in death by her husband, Ferbonio Bosquez, grandchildren Gilbert Jr. and Angel Jay. Siblings Elodia Aguirre, Josie Ochoa, Alicia Hernandez and HenryAlcorta.

She...

Mar 5, 2025

Ramiro “Trooper” Verastique, 70, of Pearsall, Texas, passed away at home on March 5, 2025.  He was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, who dedicated his life to serving others.

As a loving and devoted father to his only daughter Raegina, and son-in-law Martin Gallegos, Ramiro instilled values of generosity and resilience. His legacy continues through...

Mar 2, 2025

Macaria Montes, 98 of Pearsall, entered rest on March 02, 2025. She was born on March 10, 1926 to Nicanora Perez Montes and Juan Montes . She is preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Janie M. Hinojosa; sisters, Zeferina Montes, Paula Martinez and brother Miguel Montes.

Macaria shone with an extraordinary love and kindness. She possessed...

Feb 25, 2025

Guadalupe C. Gauna, 77 of Dilley, entered eternal rest on February 25, 2025. She was born on April 21, 1947, in Dilley to Paula Martinez Carrizales and Luis Carrizales. She is preceded in death by her husband, Ricardo J. Gauna and brother Pablo Carrizales.

She is survived by her children, Donna Gauna (Ty Pena) and Ricky Gauna...

Feb 23, 2025

Donaciana “Elodia” Aguirre, 86 of Dilley, passed away peacefully surrounded by family in Orange Grove on February 23, 2025. She was born on September 6, 1938 in Charlotte, Texas to Catarino Alcorta and Barbarita De Leon Alcorta. She is preceded in death by her husband Jose Aguirre Jr., parents, sons Juan Manuel Flores and Juan Adan Duque. Daughter in...

Feb 20, 2025

Jose Torres, 62 of Pearsall, entered rest on February 20, 2025. He was born on March 7, 1962, in Pearsall to Florentino Torres Sr. and Valentina Lopez Torres. He is preceded in death by his mother and 2 sisters, Guadalupe T. Carrillo and Bertha Torres Mata.

He is survived by his son, Francisco Jesus Torres of Wisconsin,...

Feb 9, 2025

Belen Vinton Trevino, a beloved matriarch and cherished friend to many, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2025, in San Antonio at the age of 95. Born on July 12, 1929, in Pearsall to Eduardo and Paula Rangel Vinton, Belen lived a life rich with love and devotion that touched everyone around her.

Belen was preceded in...

Jan 27, 2025

Fidelia R. Longoria, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2025, at the remarkable age of 102. Born on April 24, 1922, in San Antonio, TX to Alfredo Rodriguez and Casimira Cabasos Rodriguez. She is preceded in death by her devoted husband Luciano “Chano” Longoria Sr., who for 68 years stood by each other’s sides. She is also preceded in...

Jan 21, 2025

Alan Dean Brake, 67 of Dilley, entered rest on January 21, 2025, in Pearsall. He was born on May 25, 1957, in Pleasanton to James Brake and Marilyn Sue Parker Brake. He is preceded in death by his parents and siblings, James Dodson Brake and Darelle Brake.

He is survived by one sister, Donna Sue Brake and...

Jan 18, 2025

Josefa D. Rodriguez, 97 of Dilley, entered eternal rest on January 18, 2025. She was born on July 11, 1927, in Dilley to Pablo and Benita Duran. She is preceded in death by her husband, Merced Rodriguez Jr, daughter, Maria Elva Carranza and son, Rolando Rodriguez.

She is survived by her children, Cesario Rodriguez, Rosendo Rodriguez, Regulo...

Jan 17, 2025

George Ramirez, 58, of Pearsall, Texas embarked on his eternal journey on January 17, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas. Born on November 21, 1966, in Pearsall, Texas to Matias P. Ramirez and Estella Garcia Ramirez, he was a shining light to all who knew him. He was a devoted brother and father, and a loyal friend to everyone. He...

Jan 16, 2025

Santa Hernandez Alvarez, 66 of Pearsall, entered rest on January 16, 2025. She was born on October 9, 1958, in Memphis, Texas to Baltazar R. Hernandez and Concepcion Aguilar Hernandez. She is preceded in death by her parents.

She is survived by her siblings, Ricardo Hernandez (Yolanda) and Gladys H. Salcedo. She is also survived by numerous...

Jan 15, 2025

Catarino D. Aranda, 91 of Dilley, entered eternal rest on January 15, 2025. He was born on February 13, 1933, in Dilley to Genaro Aranda and Juanita DeLeon Aranda. He is preceded in death by his parents, wife, Leonor Aranda, children, San Juanita Aranda, Daniel Aranda, Mario Aranda and one sister, Felicita Trevino.

He is survived by...

Jan 13, 2025

Jesus "Chuy" Aguilar, 66 of Pearsall, entered rest on January 13, 2025. He was born on March 30, 1958, in Pearsall to Benito Aguilar and Victoria Garza Aguilar. He is preceded in death by his parents, brother, Benito Aguilar Jr and his late wife Olga Aguilar.

He is survived by his wife, Maria Anna Garcia, children, Jesse...