Local obituaries for Alice and Corpus Christi, TX.

Apr 9, 2020

Steven Thomas Quiroz, aged 29, passed away on Thursday morning April 9, 2020.

He was born in Iowa City, Iowa on December 17, 1990.  His surviving parents are Patricia Aleman and Anthony Quiroz of Corpus Christi, Texas. His surviving grandparents are Mickey and Refugio Aleman of Victoria, Texas. He is survived by his partner, Mia Sara Sanchez...

Apr 7, 2020

Edward Paul Hernandez, also known as Eddie, was called to Heaven on April 7, 2020 at the age of 65.  Eddie lived in Robstown, Texas but was from Corpus Christi where he was born to Margarita Benavidez and Pablo G. Hernandez. Eddie and his sister, Elizabeth “Chavela”, were raised together by their maternal grandparents, Jose H. and Leonor C....

Apr 7, 2020

Eliberto P. Benavides, age 67 and known to most as Bert, was born on November 6, 1952 and passed away on April 7, 2020 in Corpus Christi, Texas. He was preceded in death by his father, Raul P. Benavides, and mother, Santos P. Benavides.

Bert, a 1972 graduate of Foy H. Moody High School, was well known...

Apr 4, 2020

Richard Salvador Rodriguez passed away on April 4, 2020 at the age of 45.  He was a loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend.  He will be deeply missed by all whom knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by his father, Richard Rodriguez.

Among those left to cherish his memory are...

Apr 3, 2020

Joe P. Medina, US Army Veteran, born on December 28, 1934, went into eternal rest on April 3, 2020 in Corpus Christi, TX.

Joe was preceded in death by his father, Jose Pioquinto Medina, and his mother, Evelyn Hoy Medina; his brother, Luis Medina; and his first wife and mother of his children, Diana J. Marvel.

Apr 2, 2020

Esperanza Trevino Rojas, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away April 2, 2020 at her home surrounded by her family.

She was born in Santa Rosa, Texas on October 30, 1931. Esperanza was married to the late Antonio C. Rojas, known as “El Coyote”, for 55 years and together they raised five children which...

Mar 28, 2020

Rebecca Zamora passed away on March 28, 2020 at the age of 54.  She was a loving sister, partner, aunt, and friend.  She will be missed by all whom knew and loved her.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jesus and Sara Zamora; sister, Alicia Ramos; and her in-laws, Dionicio and Lily Ortiz Jr.

Mar 26, 2020

Juan Jose “Johnny” Hernandez passed away on March 26, 2020 at the age of 57.  He was a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend.  His favorite pastime was camping at Gardner State Park, which included fishing and Bar-B-Quing.  He will be missed by all whom knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by...

Mar 25, 2020

Guadalupe F. Trujillo passed away on March 25, 2020 at the age of 94.  She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend.  Gudalupe will be dearly missed by all whom knew and loved her. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernesto Trujillo; two sons, Eduardo “Eddie” Trujillo and Ernesto Trujillo, Jr.; parents, Guadalupe and Adelina...

Mar 24, 2020

Ana Maria Moreno passed away on March 24, 2020 at the age of 69.  She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend.  Ana Maria will be dearly missed by all whom knew and loved her.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jose Alonzo Moreno, Jr.; and mother, Sara Gonzales.

Ana...

Mar 24, 2020

Noe “Nene” Arturo Buentello, born June 19, 1940 in Ben Bolt, TX to Tiburcio and Clara Buentello, passed away at his home surrounded by his loved ones on March 24, 2020. Nene, as everyone lovingly called him, was an avid Ben Bolt Badger fan. He loved football, baseball, and track. If the Friday night lights were on, he was...

Mar 18, 2020

Epifania L. Irigoyen passed away on March 18, 2020 at the age of 71.  She was a loving mother, sister, aunt, and friend.  Epifania proudly served in the United States Army and did one tour in Germany. She loved gardening and enjoyed being in the water whether at the beach or at a lake. She will be missed by...

Mar 16, 2020

Alberto Lee Gonzalez, born on November 21, 1981 in Corpus Christi, TX, passed away on March 16, 2020 at the age of 38. He was loved by everyone who knew him and will be dearly missed.

He is preceded in death by his grandmother, Sara Hernandez.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife of...

Mar 16, 2020

Robert Cortinas Jr., 58, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Monday, March 16, 2020. He was born on November 14, 1961 in Vernon, TX to Robert Cortinas Sr. and Angelita Cortinas.  He served in the United States Coast Guard and was stationed in Mobile, Alabama.  Robert was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan and he was a...

Mar 15, 2020

Ramona M. Rodriguez passed away peacefully on March 15, 2020 at the age of 78 surrounded by her family. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend.  Ramona was best known for her lively and bubbly spirit, her acts of kindness and generosity, and her passion for life.  She never met a stranger and will be...

Mar 13, 2020

J uan Garza Jr., age 93, was called home on Friday March 13, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. Juan was born on May 3, 1927 to his parents Juan Garza Sr. and Manuela Guzman Cook. He was a devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and son. He was a Navy veteran who served in WWII. He was an oil...

Mar 12, 2020

Julia Garcia passed away on March 12, 2020 at the age of 75.  She enjoyed fishing and camping trips and family gatherings. As long as she was with her family, she was happy.  She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend.  Julia will be dearly missed by all whom knew and loved her.

She was...

Mar 11, 2020

Humberto Sanchez Yeverino, Sr. passed away on March 11, 2020 at the age of 78. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend.  Humberto will be dearly missed by all whom knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Delia Martinez Yeverino; parents, Manuel and Aurelia Yeverino; and sister, Paulita...

Mar 9, 2020

Rogelio Gomez Rivera, The Panadero and family comedian, passed away suddenly at the age of 63 on March 9, 2020 in Corpus Christi, Texas. He was born and raised in Corpus Christi on March 15, 1957 to Santiago Rivera Sr. and Emma G. Rivera. The lifelong panadero, Rogelio “Halo” learned the art of baking goods for the community at...

Mar 8, 2020

Fabian Flores Gonzalez, Jr. passed away on March 8, 2020 at the age of 68.  He was a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, nephew, and friend.  He will be dearly missed by those whom knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Fabian and Adela Gonzalez; nephew, Jose Tomas Gonzalez, Jr.; and...