Local obituaries for Alice and Corpus Christi, TX.

Jul 31, 2020

Chris Wilson Laurel passed away on July 31, 2020 at the age of 75.  He was born on February 27, 1945 in Beeville, Texas to Servando and Gertrudes Laurel.  He graduated from Roy Miller High School “Once a Buc Always a Buc”.  He was a member of the Army Reserve.  Chris worked at Koch Refinery as an operator where...

Jul 30, 2020

On July 30, 2020 at 4:25 PM, Raphael Lopez Jr., age 37, passed away at Spohn Shoreline Hospital after a short illness. He was born and lived in Rockport, Texas until 2007 when he married Kim, and together they moved to Corpus Christi. He died unexpectedly and the family would like to thank all the friends and family that...

Jul 30, 2020

Mary L. Sosa passed away peacefully on July 30, 2020. She was born in Corpus Christi, Texas on December 22, 1945. Mary enjoyed gambling; especially her slot machines. She loved playing bingo, dancing, listening to music from her era, and she enjoyed caring for her cats and dog.

Mary is preceded in death by her mother, Cruz...

Jul 28, 2020

Benjamin Austin Resendez passed away on July 28, 2020, at the age of 21. He was a loving son, brother, grandson, nephew, father, and friend. He will be dearly missed by all whom knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by his father, Roland Ray Ramos.

Benjamin loved horses; he spent countless hours...

Jul 28, 2020

Vito Cantu Jr. passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2020. Vito was born on September 4, 1956 in Corpus Christi, TX to Vito Cantu Sr. and Maria Teressa Cantu. Vito Cantu Jr. was a strong patriarch of his family. The man that many referred to as Victor was a great father, husband, brother, uncle, and popo. He loved and cared...

Jul 26, 2020

Maria Amparo Borrego Torrez passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 26, 2020. She was born August 5, 1926 in Berclair, Texas in 1926 to George Sr. and Mercedes Bazan Borrego.  Amparo worked at Driscoll Children’s Hospital in the surgical department for many years.  She loved to travel with her family and was loved by many.

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Jul 26, 2020

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Jul 25, 2020

Josephine Rocha Fuentes, 95, passed into the arms of her Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 25, 2020. Josephine was born on September 18, 1924 in Nixon, Texas; and lived in Corpus Christi as an adult. She was known for being a strong woman, who persevered and conquered many challenges throughout her life. Josephine was a smart tenacious lady. As...

Jul 23, 2020

Maria Elena Hernandez passed away on July 23, 2020 at the age of 70.  Maria was a devout Catholic and a Breast Cancer Survivor.  She was a loyal Dallas Cowboy Fan.  She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend.  She will be dearly missed by whom knew and loved her.

She was preceded in death...

Jul 23, 2020

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ernesto Garcia on Thursday, July 23, 2020 at the age of 56. He was a beloved husband to Patricia Garcia and loving father to Lisa, Cindy, and DoDo.  Ernesto was always out to lend a hand to better his community.  He loved to spend time with his children...

Jul 23, 2020

Ninfa Grande Garza of Corpus Christi, Texas passed away on July 23, 2020 at the age of 95. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Left behind to cherish Ninfa's memories are her six children, Velma Garza, Joe Garza, Roland Garza, Arlene Garza, Ralph Garza, and Rick Garza; four grandchildren; and numerous...

Jul 22, 2020

Eustolia Martinez, age 70 passed away July 22, 2020. She will be dearly missed.

She was preceded in death by her father, Juan Urias Lopez; siblings, Lorenzo, Dominga, and Epifanio “Pete” Lopez.

She is survived by her husband, Ociel R. Martinez; children, Ociel Jr., Rudy, Olga, Alfonso, Javier, and Jaime Martinez; 12 grandchildren; mother, Juliana...

Jul 20, 2020

Juan Benito Saldaña III (Johnny) 38, of Corpus Christi, Texas, went to be with the Lord, Monday July 20, 2020.

Juan was born March 17, 1982, in Corpus Christi, Texas, to Elizabeth V. Moreno and Juan B. Saldaña Jr.  He married Esperanza Posas-Saldaña, who survives him.

Juan graduated from Foy H. Moody High School in...

Jul 20, 2020

Steve J. Peralez was a caring, loving, strong, and funny prankster who always had a hug, a kiss, a smile, and a kind word for everyone. He was the type of person who took everyone under his wing. Steve didn’t badmouth anyone, but also didn’t hold back on speaking his mind. He never liked anything done halfway and stressed...

Jul 18, 2020

Hilda Maldonado Bermudez passed away on July 18, 2020 at the age of 57. She was born on January 1, 1963 in Corpus Christi, Texas.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Isidro Bermudez; brother, David De Los Santos; and parents, Linda and Pedro Maldonado.

Hilda was always happiest when she was with family;...

Jul 17, 2020

Robert H. Sturgeon, Sr. passed away on July 17, 2020 at the age of 70.  A fisherman turned painter, he bled green and white with Greyhound pride. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, son, brother, uncle, and friend.  He will be missed by all whom knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by...

Jul 17, 2020

Cipriana L. Torres passed away on July 17, 2020 at the age of 79 with her family by her side.

The family will receive condolences on Tuesday, July 21, 2020, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Trevino Funeral Home, 3006 Niagara St. @ Port; with a rosary to be recited at 7:00 PM.   A funeral cortege...

Jul 15, 2020

Erasmo T. Hernandez passed away on July 15, 2020 at the age of 82.  He is preceded in death by his wife, Susanna Hernandez, and parents, Alfredo and Prisciliana Hernandez. He will be missed by all whom knew and loved him.

Erasmo is survived by his children, Erasmo (Vivianna) Hernandez Jr., Delma Leal, and Delia Lopez; sister,...

Jul 14, 2020

Eddie Alejandre, loving husband and proud father, unexpectedly passed away on July 14, 2020 at the age of 50. Eddie was born on July 31, 1969 in Corpus Christi, TX and was a long-time employee at Bay LTD in Corpus Christi. He enjoyed spending time with his family and every year, he looked forward to family trips to the...

Jul 12, 2020

Mary Anne Lopez passed away on July 12, 2020 at the age of 46.  She loved to sing and dance, and she played the tambourine at church.  Her favorite movie was Urban Cowboy, but she also favored Grease.  Mary Anne’s love for music and dance were the reason her favorite singers were Selena, Madonna, The Judds, and Dolly Parton. ...