Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in San Benito, Texas

Fred L. Cole, Jr.

Fred L. Cole, Jr.

Jan 22, 2022

Fred L. Cole, Jr. of Harlingen, Texas passed into the next phase of his eternal existence on January 22, 2022, just 10 days after the passing of his wife of 48 years, Martha Cole. His family and friends will miss greatly this one-of-a-kind man who lived every day to the fullest, and who knew nothing less than giving 110%...

Margarita Hernandez

Margarita Hernandez

Jan 22, 2022

Margarita Hernandez, 91, was born on June 10, 1930 to the late Graciana Ramirez and Jose Zapata in Cerritos San Luis Potosí, México. On January 22, 2022, our Lord and Savior called our beloved mother home. She passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family.

She was a talented gardener, had a passion for sewing, and was...

Robert Larry Porter

Robert Larry Porter

Jan 21, 2022

A tribute is not available at this time for Robert Larry Porter. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Robert Larry Porter

Robert Larry Porter

Jan 21, 2022

Robert Larry Porter, 81, peacefully passed at his home on Friday, January 21, 2022.  He was born to the late Otis Porter and Lillian Bullard Porter on January 31, 1940 in San Benito, Texas.

Larry was a veteran of the U.S. Navy where he served aboard the U.S.S. Henrico (APA-45). Later, he worked for Texas Instruments in...

Guadalupe (Garza)  Guzman

Guadalupe (Garza) Guzman

Jan 19, 2022

On January 19, 2022, Guadalupe Guzman, surrounded by her family, went home to be with her Lord and Savior. She was born February 26, 1937 to the late Isidro Garza and Carolina Torres.

Guadalupe gave her life to Jesus fifty-six years ago, and it was her desire that all her children and family serve the Lord. She...

Fidel Rangel Mendez

Fidel Rangel Mendez

Jan 19, 2022

Fidel Rangel Mendez, 48, passed away January 15, 2022 after a brief illness.  He was born to Juan Rangel Rodriguez and Josefina Mendez Rangel on March 23, 1973 in Matamoros, Tamaulipas, Mexico.

A private visitation for Fidel’s family will take place at Buck Ashcraft San Benito Funeral Home. Cremation will follow.

Leon James

Leon James

Jan 18, 2022

A tribute is not available at this time for Leon James. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Robert R. Edwards

Robert R. Edwards

Jan 17, 2022

A tribute is not available at this time for Robert R. Edwards. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Frederick E. Mues

Frederick E. Mues

Jan 16, 2022

A tribute is not available at this time for Frederick E. Mues. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Richard Cervantes

Richard Cervantes

Jan 14, 2022

Richard Cervantes passed away suddenly on Friday January 14, 2022. He was born on October 29, 1975 to the late Luz A. Cervantes and Beatrice L. Cervantes. Richard was a valued employee of ACT Advance Call Center Technologies in Harlingen.

As a young boy, Richard always made people laugh. As a teenager and adult, he enjoyed cooking...

Felipe B. Gonzales

Felipe B. Gonzales

Jan 12, 2022

A tribute is not available at this time for Felipe B. Gonzales. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Martha E. Cole

Martha E. Cole

Jan 12, 2022

Martha Elizabeth McCall Cole, a longtime resident of Harlingen, Texas, passed away in the early morning hours of January 12, 2022 after a short illness. Martha moved gently into the arms of her Savior while surrounded by her loving family members, who had been holding vigil at her bedside for the duration of her sickness. In her final days,...

Felipe B. Gonzalez

Felipe B. Gonzalez

Jan 12, 2022

Felipe Barron Gonzalez, 89, of San Benito, Texas went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 12, 2022. A lifelong resident of San Benito and La Paloma, Felipe was a U.S. Army veteran who fought valiantly for his country in the Korean War. He was a loyal parishioner of Our Lady Queen of the Universe Catholic Church....

Guadalupe "Lupita" Naranjo

Guadalupe "Lupita" Naranjo

Jan 11, 2022

Guadalupe “Lupita” Naranjo peacefully passed from this life on Tuesday, January 11, 2022 at 88 years of age.  She was born to the late Leonardo Lopez and Tomasita Rodriguez on May 22, 1933 in San Benito, Texas.

Lupita enjoyed gardening, cooking, and spending time with her family.

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

Gary Lee Goff

Gary Lee Goff

Jan 6, 2022

No local services are planned.

Gary Lee Goff

Gary Lee Goff

Jan 6, 2022

No local services are planned.

Ronald E. "Ron" Waters

Ronald E. "Ron" Waters

Jan 5, 2022

On January 5, 2022, Ronald Earl “Ron” Waters went home to be with Jesus Christ, his Lord and Savior. Because he walked with God daily, the Lord showed favor on him throughout his life.

On May 14, 1939, Ron was born to Walter J. and Ora M. Waters in Rio Hondo, Texas. He graduated from Rio Hondo...

Ronald "Ron" E. Waters

Ronald "Ron" E. Waters

Jan 5, 2022

Click here to view a webcast of the service on 1/15/2022 at 10:55 AM, Central Standard Time.

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Mary Alice (Salazar)  Gonzales

Mary Alice (Salazar) Gonzales

Jan 3, 2022

Mary Alice Gonzales, 84, quietly entered into eternal glory on January 3, 2022 surrounded by her family. She was born December 14, 1937 to the late Alejandro Salazar, Sr. and Angelita Garcia Salazar in San Benito, Texas.

She was employed with Levis Factory for several years until she married Mr. Feliciano Gonzales. Mary Alice was a dedicated...

Arnoldo Peña

Arnoldo Peña

Jan 1, 2022

Arnoldo Peña peacefully passed from this life on January 1, 2022 at 69 years of age. He was born to Rodolfo G. Peña and Lydia Perez Peña on July 27, 1952 in San Benito, Texas.

He was co-owner of Peña Service Station in San Benito for 40 years until his retirement. Arnoldo began working with his father...

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