Obituaries

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...

Jan 4, 2025

Patricio Bernal

September 24, 1942 - January 04, 2025 A man of unwavering integrity and deep family values, peacefully passed away, leaving a legacy of dedication and service. He was a beloved member of his town and community, where he served with distinction in law enforcement for 20 years. Pat's commitment to public service continued as he...

Jan 1, 2025

Eida Martinez, 74 of Dilley, entered eternal rest surrounded by her family on January 1. 2025. She was born on July 27, 1950, in Dilley to Domingo Martinez and Ernestina Lizama Martinez. She is Proceeded in death by Domingo Martinez,  Ernestina Martinez, Elio Martinez, Elvia Martinez and Larry Martinez.

She is survived by her siblings, Juanita Pruneda...

Dec 27, 2024

Irma Velasco Maldonado, 85, of Pearsall, entered rest peacefully on December 27, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born on July 31, 1939, in Pearsall to Pedro Velasco and Ofilia Puente, Irma was a beacon of love and strength throughout her life.

Irma's journey was marked by deep devotion to God, her family and an unwavering spirit...

Dec 26, 2024

Valentina Garza Vela, 89, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2024, in Pearsall, Texas. Born on February 14, 1935, in Tynan, Texas, to Estanislado Garza and Paula Garza.  Valentina lived a life marked by unwavering dedication to her family and an enduring faith that inspired all who knew her.

As the proud mother of eight children—Esmeralda Rivas...

Dec 24, 2024

Gilberto Lozano, 73 of Dilley, entered eternal rest on December 24, 2024, in San Antonio, TX. He was born on March 2, 1951, in Dilley to Felipe Lozano Jr. and Agapita Guajardo. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Rene Lozano.

He is survived by his daughter, Lea Lotoya Lozano; stepson, Adam Sanchez; siblings,...

Dec 18, 2024

Petra Zuniga Rodriguez was born in Pearsall, Texas on June 29, 1929 to Doniciana Corona Zuniga and Jose Esqueda Zuniga and went to be with our Lord and Savior on Wednesday, December 18, 2024.  She was blessed with having lived for 95 years.

Petra is preceded in death by her parents, her sister Virginia Martinez, her son...