Local obituaries for Alice and Corpus Christi, TX.

Jul 23, 2023

Dominga Soledad Gomez, a beautiful soul who graced the earth with her presence, was born on July 9, 1950, in Corpus Christi, Texas. She was a beacon of light and the epitome of love and selflessness until her peaceful departure on July 23, 2023, in her hometown of Corpus Christi. Dominga was a devoted mother and a hardworking woman...

Jul 22, 2023

Virginia Carole Whitney was called home by our Heavenly Father on July 22, 2023. Born on December 14, 1933, in West, Texas. Virginia was a woman whose life was a testament to the enduring power of love, faith, and family.

Virginia was a proud graduate of Aransas Pass High School, Del Mar College with an AA and...

Jul 21, 2023

Richard Oziel Ramos, fondly known as "Pumba" by those who knew him best, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2023. Born on May 10, 1978, in Alice, Texas. Richard's life was characterized by his creativity, generosity, and genuine love.

Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Ruben and Cynthia Ann Ramos, his maternal grandparents, Manuel and...

Jul 20, 2023

Alberto Ruiz Jr., a beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, and a lifelong resident of Corpus Christi, Texas, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2023. Born on October 6, 1950, Alberto lived a life filled with laughter, love, devotion, and a deep sense of faith.

Raised in the heart of Corpus Christi, Alberto attended St. Joseph's Catholic Church,...

Jul 15, 2023

Ruben Vela, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2023, in Brownsville, Texas. Born on June 9, 1944, in Robstown, Texas, to Rafael and Ramona Vela, Ruben lived a life that was rich with love, laughter, and the joy of simple pleasures. Despite having only a third-grade education, Ruben was a self-taught man...

Jul 14, 2023

Santos G. Maldonado, 93, of Corpus Christi, Texas passed away on July 14, 2023. She was born April 11, 1930, to Jose & Maria Garcia. Santos enjoyed going to church and going to family outings. She will be dearly missed and remembered by all who knew and loved her.

She is preceded in death by her parents...

Jul 14, 2023

Samuel C. Cuevas, Sr. passed away peacefully on July 14, 2023, at the age of 94 in Corpus Christi, TX. He will be dearly missed by the ones who knew and loved him.

He was born October 9, 1928, to Manuel Perez Cuevas and Eva Castillo Cuevas in Corpus Christi, TX.

Samuel was preceded in...

Jul 13, 2023

Tonie Denise Treviño, a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully in her hometown of Corpus Christi, Texas, on July 13, 2023. Born on November 6, 1973, in the same city, Tonie was a vibrant and loving individual who touched the lives of many with her infectious smile and exceptional culinary skills. Tonie was raised by...

Jul 12, 2023

Eloisa "Vicky" Arroyo, a beacon of generosity, love, and kindness, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2023, in Mansfield, Texas. Born on July 28, 1946, in Alice, Texas, she was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose memory will be cherished by all who knew her.

Vicky was a self-taught woman, who dedicated her life to...

Jul 12, 2023

Isaias P. Garcia, known affectionately as Quaker, passed away peacefully due to natural causes on July 12, 2023, in Corpus Christi, Texas. Born on August 26, 1948, in Alice, Texas, Quaker was a beacon of faith, humor, and generosity to all who knew him. Quaker was the beloved son of the late Jose M. and Andrea P. Garcia. He...

Jul 11, 2023

Ricardo Martinez, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully from natural causes on July 11, 2023, in San Diego, Texas. Born on January 21, 1966, in Dallas, Texas to Elias and Dora Martinez, Ricardo lived a life filled with love, laughter, and service to his community. Ricardo pursued his desire to serve and protect his community...

Jul 10, 2023

Candelaria “Candy” Martinez, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on July 10, 2023, in Corpus Christi, TX. Born on February 2, 1953, in Valle Hermoso, Candelaria lived a life full of love, dedication, and service to others. Candelaria was a woman of strength and resilience, who dedicated ten years of her life...

Jul 5, 2023

Abram Benavidez, a man of many talents and a heart full of love, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2023, in Kyle, Texas. Born on February 11, 1979, in Alice, Texas, Abram was a beacon of warmth and generosity to his family, friends, and community.

Abram was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Alfredo Sr. and...

Jul 1, 2023

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Juan Alvarez III who passed away on July 1, 2023, at the age of 65. Juan was born April 20, 1958, in Corpus Christi, TX.

Juan was the beloved son of the late Juan and Hortencia Alvarez (Pena). He is preceded in death by his son,...

Jun 24, 2023

Ruben Espinoza, a man of loving, funny, and wise character, hath taken his leave of this mortal coil on the twenty-fourth day of June in the year of our Lord two thousand and twenty-three. Born unto this world in the fair town of Pawnee, Texas, on the twenty-fifth day of April in the year nineteen hundred and fifty-five. He...

Jun 21, 2023

Hilario “Lalo” Contreras Sr., a loving father, son, brother, and friend, was born on September 20, 1981, in San Diego, Texas. He passed away on June 21, 2023, in Alice, Texas, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and faith.

Hilario was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Antonio and Angelita Contreras; maternal grandparents, Felipe and...

Jun 20, 2023

Betty Sue (Cosgrove) Harlan, 90, of Corpus Christi, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, June 20, 2023.  She was preceded in death by her parents, James Cary and Mary Elizabeth Francis LaVina (McKee) Cosgrove, 4 siblings, and husbands Frank Flatt and Sam Harlan.  She is survived by one child, Terrie (Grace) G. Flatt, 2 furry grandchildren Xolita and Kismet, brother...

Jun 19, 2023

GlenDavid Contreras II, a loving, kind, and funny individual, passed away in Sinton, TX. Born in Corpus Christi, TX, GlenDavid touched the lives of many with his unconditional kindness, charismatic personality, and deep love for everyone he met. GlenDavid was preceded in death his grandparents; Jesus and Gertrude (Tulles) Contreras. He is survived by his loving parents, GlenDavid Contreras...

Jun 17, 2023

Rosemary Mejia, a loving, faith-filled, and friendly soul, was born on June 11, 1985, in Corpus Christi, where she lived her entire life until her peaceful passing on June 17, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer. Her unwavering spirit and determination to live life to the fullest were an inspiration to everyone who had the privilege of knowing...

Jun 17, 2023

Carl Leonard Williams, a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2023, in Corpus Christi, Texas; the same city where he was born on August 6, 1954. He was 68 years old. Carl was the son of the late Buddy Miles and Flossie Mae Wilson. He was preceded in death by his...