Obituaries

Sep 17, 2021

Lila “June” Waggoner passed peacefully on September 17, 2021. She was born on August 4, 1927. She

married Curtis “Tex” Waggoner on April 17, 1944, who preceded her in death in 1992.She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Tex, son Johnny (Carol), grandson Peter, her brother Blackie Holland (Chris) and sister Mary Barrow (Sandy).June is survived by her...

Sep 16, 2021

Mrs. Emeline P. Hernandez entered Eternal Rest on Thursday, September 16, 2021. She was born on May 14, 1968 in Alice, Texas to Lucio and Esmeralda Perez.  Mrs. Hernandez is preceded in death by her Maternal and Paternal Grandparents.

Left to cherish Mrs. Hernandez' memory are her Husband, Jesus Angel Hernandez; Parents, Lucio and Esmeralda Perez; Daughters, Jessica Hernandez, Holly...

Sep 16, 2021

Roy Newton McAda of Campbellton, Texas passed away on September 16, 2021 at the age of 80. He was born September 4, 1941 to Robert and Elizabeth Cross McAda in Campbellton.  He spent much of his married life in Portland, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Eldon, and his wife Linda.  He is survived...

Sep 16, 2021

Roy Newton McAda of Campbellton, Texas passed away on September 16, 2021 at the age of 80. He was born September 4, 1941 to Robert and Elizabeth Cross McAda in Campbellton. He spent much of his married life in Portland, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Eldon, and his wife Linda. He is survived by...

Sep 13, 2021

Mr. Jason Garcia, 40, entered Eternal Rest on Monday, September 13, 2021 in Corpus Christi, Texas,  He was born on June 21, 1981 in Taft, Texas to Frank P. and Viola Garcia.  Mr. Garcia is preceded in death by his Parents.

Left to cherish Mr. Garcia's loving memory are his Wife, Cynthia Garcia; Daughter, Scarlett Garcia; Son, David Jason Garcia;...

Sep 13, 2021

Javier R. Acosta was a devoted son, father, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. He left this world suddenly on September 13, 2021 at age 46.

He was born to Jose and the late Mary Ann Acosta in February 1975. Sometime after graduating from Taft High School Javier made his way to Corpus Christi, TX where he began...

Sep 13, 2021

Javier R. Acosta was a devoted son, father, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. He left this world suddenly on September 13, 2021, at age 46.

He was born to Jose and the late Mary Ann Acosta in February 1975. Sometime after graduating from Taft High School Javier made his way to Corpus Christi, TX where he began his career in the...

Sep 12, 2021

Mr. Marcos Rodriguez Vela, 48, entered Eternal Rest on Sunday, September 12, 2021. He was born on February 11, 1973 in Sinton, Texas to Guillermo and Belinda Vela. Mr. Vela is preceded in death by his Parents and Mother-in-law, Mary Olivarez. 

Left to cherish his loving memory are his Spouse, Annette Olivarez Vela; Daughter, Carlee (Alejandro) Muro; Sons, Marcus...

Sep 12, 2021

Debra “Debbie” Cavazos Kay passed away Sunday, September 12, 2021 in Mathis, Texas surrounded by her loving family after a long illness.   Debbie was born to Luis Cavazos and Lucia Vela Cavazos on November 6, 1969 in Lockney, Texas. She graduated from Mathis High School in 1990 and she obtained her cosmetology license in 1991.   She lived life on her...

Sep 11, 2021

Naomi M. Mendez went home to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on September 11, 2021 at the age of 62.

Naomi was born to Octavia and Bonefacio Martinez on December 27, 1958 in Mathis, Texas.

Naomi married the love of her life, George Canas in 1998.

In addition to being a dedicated and loving mother and grandmother, Naomi spent...

Sep 8, 2021

Baudelia J. Aguirre passed away September 8, 2021 at the age of 90. She was born May 20, 1931 to Juan and Trinidad (Jaure) Aguirre.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 - 7:00 PM Monday, September 13, 2021 at Winsteads's Funeral Home in Portland with the rosary to be recited at 7:00 PM that same evening. A...

Sep 8, 2021

Baudelia J. Aguirre passed away September 8, 2021 at the age of 90. She was born May 20, 1931 to Juan and Trinidad (Jaure) Aguirre.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 - 7:00 PM Monday, September 13, 2021 at Winsteads's Funeral Home in Portland with the rosary to be recited at 7:00 PM that same evening. A funeral mass wild...

Sep 7, 2021

Mrs. Minnie Pierce entered Eternal Rest on Tuesday, September 7, 2021. She was born on October 10, 1941 in Del Rio, Texas to Terry Lee and Alma Elizabeth Shely. Mrs. Pierce is preceded in death by her Parents; Son, David Pierce; Seven Siblings; and Grandson, Timothy A. Edmunds. Left to cherish Mrs. Pierce's memory are her Daughter, Debra Lynn Pierce...

Sep 7, 2021

Betty L. Russell passed away September 7, 2021 at the age of 66. She was born July 11, 1955 to Floyd J. Pete and Biole (Tilly) Culbertson.

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, September 11, 2021 at The Palms Memorial Gardens.

Sep 7, 2021

Betty L. Russell passed away September 7, 2021 at the age of 66. She was born July 11, 1955 to Floyd J. Pete and Biole (Tilly) Culbertson.

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, September 11, 2021 at The Palms Memorial Gardens.

Sep 6, 2021

Roberto Rodriguez passed away September 6, 2021 at the age of 66. He was born November 27, 1954 to Juanita and Eluterio Rodriguez.

He was preceded by parents and sister Delia.He is survived by his wife Patricia Rodriguez; children Dominic (Nadine), Raymond (Alice), Clarissa (Matthew); sister Minnie Villarreal; 8 grandchildren Christian, Espen, Kalynn, Paisley, Quinn, Cecil, Jacob, and Dreyann; numerous nieces,...

Sep 6, 2021

Roberto Rodriguez passed away September 6, 2021 at the age of 66. He was born November 27, 1954 to Juanita and Eluterio Rodriguez.

He was preceded by parents and sister Delia.

He is survived by his wife Patricia Rodriguez; children Dominic (Nadine), Raymond (Alice), Clarissa (Matthew); sister Minnie Villarreal; 8 grandchildren Christian, Espen, Kalynn, Paisley,...

Sep 5, 2021

Rosendo Hernandez passed away September 5, 2021 at the age of 61. He was born March 1, 1960 to Maria (Valadez) and Juan Hernandez.

A visitation will be held from 5:00 - 7:00 PM, Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Winsteads' Funeral Home in Portland, with the rosary to be recited at 7:00 PM that same evening.

Sep 5, 2021

Rosendo Hernandez passed away September 5, 2021 at the age of 61. He was born March 1, 1960 to Maria (Valadez) and Juan Hernandez.

A visitation will be held from 5:00 - 7:00 PM, Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Winsteads' Funeral Home in Portland, with the rosary to be recited at 7:00 PM that same evening.

Sep 3, 2021

Eva Leal Gonzales, age 80, went to be with our Lord on September 3, 2021 in Corpus Christi, Texas.  She was born on September 24, 1940 in Mathis, Texas to Espiririon Leal and Cleotilde Espinoza.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Lupe G Gonzales; Four Brothers, Jesus Leal, Guadalupe Leal Sr., Daniel Leal, Antonio Leal; Sisters, Emma Garza,...