Local Obituaries for Families in San Benito, Texas

Jan 10, 2025

Jan 6, 2025

Ella Katheryn (Sparks) May went to be with her Lord and Savior into eternal glory on January 6, 2025. 

She is preceded in death by her husband of 71 years, William Edward (Eddie) May, brother Sam Sparks, numerous in-laws, nieces and nephews. She is survived by her only child, Jayre Dianne May-Vicars (Buster) of Bayview, her only grandchild, Annlyn Alysse May...

Jan 6, 2025

Arrangements are pending.

Jan 6, 2025

Dora Maria Gonzales, 83, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2025, in Harlingen, Texas. She was born March 4, 1941, in La Rancheria in Rio Hondo, Texas to Guadalupe S. Ortega and Santos Ramos Ortega.

Dora was a graduate of Texas State Technical Institute (T.S.T.I.) where she studied bookkeeping. She dedicated over 30 years of her career as a bookkeeper with...

Jan 5, 2025

Rodolfo Longoria Sr., age 73, peacefully passed away on January 5, 2025, in Olmito, Texas. He was born on October 26, 1951, in San Benito, Texas, to Yrineo and Angelita Longoria. 

Rodolfo dedicated over 50 years to a distinguished career as a truck driver, proudly holding a Commercial Driver’s License. He was a baptized member of the Catholic faith and served...

Dec 30, 2024

Ninfa Rodriguez Cardenas, age 90, of Los Fresnos, Texas, entered peacefully into the arms of our Lord on Sunday, December 29, 2024.

Ninfa was born on July 22, 1934, in Olmito, Texas, to Alfonso and Estela Rodriguez. She grew up in Los Fresnos, later moved to Baytown, Texas, and eventually returned to Los Fresnos, where she spent her later years.

A proud...

Dec 26, 2024

Benjamin M. “Judge” Yudesis passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 26, 2024, at Valley Baptist Medical Center in Harlingen, Texas. 

He is survived by his loving family, including his sister Anne (Richard); nieces Leah (Jason) and Sarah (Ian) and nephew Joel (Susan); grandnieces and grandnephews Aviva, Solomon, Noah, Elijah, Gabriel, Oscar, Marceline, Katherine, and Alexandra; stepchildren Jonathan (Mary) and Lorri (Jay);...

Dec 24, 2024

Tamara Lynn Carpena, age 21, passed away on December 24, 2024, in Brownsville, Texas. Born on October 22, 2003, in Phoenix, Arizona, she was the beloved daughter of Hector Alfonso Carpena Jr. and Felicia Lynn Hill. Tamara was a proud graduate of Harlingen High School.

Tamara had a vibrant personality and enjoyed a variety of activities that brought her joy. She...

Dec 23, 2024

Vera Rebecca “Peggy” Gilbert passed away peacefully just one day shy of her 97th birthday. She was born in Harlingen, Texas on December 24, 1927, and met the Lord on December 23, 2024.

A devout Christian, Peggy held a strong faith that guided her throughout her life. She will be remembered fondly for her love of roosters; her collection was impressive...

Dec 21, 2024

Carolyn Ann Groman Burks died at the age 54 at Valley Baptist Hospital in Harlingen Texas on Saturday December 21, 2024. Carolyn was born in Weslaco Texas on February 22, 1970, to parents Paul and Elena Groman. 

She and her younger sister Rachel grew up in the Rio Grande Valley and often made mission trips to Mexico. On May 29, 1999,...

Dec 21, 2024

Harold “Hal” Lloyd Chesshir Jr.

“Pops”

4/22/1957 – 12/21/2024

Hal was preceded in death by his beloved father Harold, son Brad and sweet sister Jamie

He leaves behind a big and beautiful family that loves and misses him dearly

His wife Cathi, his mother Bert, son Bubba (Harold lll), son Blaine and his wife Brittany, daughter Katie and her husband Garrett, Sisters Jackie, and Tracie...

Dec 21, 2024

James Dunn Russell died Saturday, December 21, 2024, at home surrounded by his loving family.

James was a Rio Grande Valley native, born on May 22, 1938, to Martha and Frank Russell of San Benito. He grew up going to school in the lower Rio Grande Valley but graduated from high school at St. Stephen’s Episcopal School in Austin. He graduated...

Dec 21, 2024

No services will be held.

Dec 19, 2024

No services will be held.

Dec 9, 2024

Reynaldo Diaz, a devoted son, brother, and father, passed away on December 9, 2024, at the age of 60. Born on November 27, 1964, Reynaldo lived a life of service, adventure, and love.

A proud Veteran, Reynaldo served in the United States Army (6 years). He then dedicated his career to public service. He began with the San Benito Police Department...

Dec 5, 2024

Elva Guzman, 63, passed away peacefully on December 5,2024, in Harlingen, Texas. Born on September 29, 1961, in Corpus Christi, Texas, Elva lived a life marked by devotion and generosity.

A devoted housewife, Elva was an active member of Sacred Heart Church in Los Indios, Texas. She was known for her warmth and kindness, qualities that touched the lives of everyone...

Dec 3, 2024

Amanda Ann Morin, aged 38, passed away peacefully on December 3, 2024, in Harlingen, Texas. She was born on February 10, 1986, in Harlingen, Texas to Gabriel and Diana Pena.

Amanda earned her Bachelor's degree in American Sign Language (ASL) and a Master's degree in Counseling. She was a devoted follower of Jesus Christ and cherished her faith deeply. In her...

Dec 2, 2024

Mr. Hector B. Sandoval was born on October 18, 1940, in Mexico to a Spaniard named Juan Sandoval and to a Tejana named Magdalena Buenrostro. He lived a full 84 years and passed away early Monday morning while sleeping at home in El Calaboz, Texas.

Mr. Sandoval spent his adult life working hard to provide for his family, retiring after working...

Nov 24, 2024

Raul Montalvo, 87, of San Benito, TX, passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024, in Harlingen, Texas.

Born on August 28, 1937, in San Benito, Raul was the son of Rosario Montalvo and Ignacia Nerio Montalvo. Tragically, his father passed away when Raul was just three years old. His mother worked tirelessly to support him and his four sisters, instilling in...

Nov 21, 2024

Joe A. Jackson, 80, of Harlingen, Texas passed away into the arms of Jesus on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at his home at Golden Palms Retirement Center.

Joe was born on January 18, 1944, the youngest son of Edward and Muriel Reason Jackson of Mannon, Illinois. A special Recognition to Uncle Keith and Lela Reason who helped to raise Joe after...