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Local Obituaries For Laredo Texas & Webb County. 

Jose Maria Galvan

Jose Maria Galvan

Jun 26, 2012

Jose Maria Galvan passed away on Tuesday, June 26, 2012 in Laredo, Texas after a battle with cancer. Mr. Galvan was a loving, hardworking father of twelve children. He was always there for his family and grandchildren. His favorite hobbies included dancing, playing pool, and music. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Mr. Galvan...

Manuel Alejandro Pena Jr.

Manuel Alejandro Pena Jr.

Jun 26, 2012

Manuel Alejandro Peña Jr. Manuel Alejandro Peña Jr., 48, passed away on Tuesday, June 26, 2012 in East Meadow, NY. Manuel Alejandro Peña Jr. was born in Laredo, TX, on June 30, 1963. He graduated from Nixon High School in 1981 and soon after, he joined the U.S. Navy, where he served for 30 years, and retired as a high-ranking...

Benjamin R. Gutierrez

Benjamin R. Gutierrez

Jun 25, 2012

Date of Publication: Wednesday, June 27, 2012 Hillside Funeral Home Benjamin R. Gutierrez Benjamin R. Gutierrez, 83, passed away on Monday, June 25, 2012 in Laredo, Texas. Mr. Gutierrez was a loving husband, father, grandfather and brother, who enjoyed fishing, bike riding and listening to music. He enjoyed having conversations and shared his previous memories with everyone. He will be...

Roberto E. Gonzalez

Roberto E. Gonzalez

Jun 21, 2012

Roberto E. Gonzalez, 84, passed away on Thursday, June 21, 2012, surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Gonzalez was born in Hebbronville, TX on December 6, 1927 to Olivia H. Gonzalez and Abelardo P. Gonzalez. He lived in Laredo most of his life. He retired from Entex in 1986 as a Supervisor. He was a veteran of the Korea War....

Sylvia F. Shanken

Sylvia F. Shanken

Jun 20, 2012

Sylvia Franklin Shanken Sylvia Franklin Shanken, 91, passed away on Wednesday, June 20, 2012 in Laredo, Texas. Sylvia Shanken was born to Louis and Bertha Franklin in Laredo, Texas in 1920. She earned her bachelors of Arts Degree in History from Incarnate Word College in San Antonio, Texas. After World War II, she moved to the northeast where she raised...

Ramiro Alberto Resendez

Ramiro Alberto Resendez

Jun 17, 2012

Ramiro Alberto Resendez Ramiro A. Resendez, 54, passed away Sunday, June 17, 2012, surrounded by family at a local hospital. He was born April 21, 1958 in Laredo, Texas the son of Martin and Judith M. Resendez. He was the 5th of 11 siblings. Ramiro loved life, family and was a dedicated father. He was a successful, self employed businessman....

Jimmy B. Compton

Jimmy B. Compton

Jun 10, 2012

Jimmy B. Compton Jimmy B. Compton, “La Patona”, 76, passed away on Sunday, June 10, 2012 in Laredo, Texas. Mr. Compton is preceded in death by his wife, Maria Magdalena Compton. He is survived by his children, Daniel (Mary Luna) Compton, Juanita Michelle (Gilbert) Garcia, Lourdes Cecilia (Xavier Rubio) Compton, Jose Francisco (Nancy) Compton, Israel Ariel (Lourdes) Compton, Deborah Delissa...

Derly O. Salinas

Derly O. Salinas

Jun 9, 2012

Derly O. Salinas went to join our Lord on Saturday, June 9, 2012 in Laredo, Texas after a long courageous battle with cancer. Derly was a loving son and brother. He was a car and motorcycle enthusiast. Derly was very supportive to his friends and family always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. He will be...

Raul Castilla

Raul Castilla

Jun 8, 2012

Mr. Castilla is preceded in death by his parents-in-law, Ernesto and Maria De La Luz Rodriguez. He is survived by his wife, Maria De Los Angeles Rodriguez de Castilla; children, Maribel (Andres) Garcia, Dalia Mariel Castilla; Sornia Castilla, and Raul Castilla Jr.; Parents, Guillermo and Facunda Castilla; siblings, Cristina (Severiano) Leal, Guillermo (Sylvia) Castilla Jr., Victor (Juana Isabel) Castilla, Jorge...

Josefina C. Garza

Josefina C. Garza

Jun 7, 2012

Josefina C. Garza, 87, left her earthly home to begin her new Eternal Life on Thursday, June 7, 2012. Our mother, grandmother, and aunt was truly a source of inspiration, integrity and strength. She leaves behind a legacy that each one of us is challenged to meet and follow. Her interactive part in our lives will be deeply missed; however,...

Dr. Mary Carmen Delacruz Castorena

Dr. Mary Carmen Delacruz Castorena

Jun 4, 2012

Dr. Mary Carmen Delacruz Castorena went to be with our Lord on Monday, June 04, 2012 after a long brave battle with Cancer. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Dr. Delacruz is survived by her mother, Carmen Delacruz; siblings, Gerardo, Luz Elena, Miguel, Roberto, Juan, Patricia, Jose, Francisco, and Guadalupe. A rosary will be recited...

Brenda Yolanda Avila

Brenda Yolanda Avila

Jun 3, 2012

Brenda Yolanda Avila Brenda Yolanda Avila, passed away on Sunday, June 3, 2012 in Laredo, Texas. Brenda was born in Nuevo Laredo, Tamps, Mexico but lived most of her life in Laredo. She worked for The Laredo Independent School District for about twenty years with Special-Ed children. She was a very friendly person and will be missed by her friends...

Josefina H. Rodriguez

Josefina H. Rodriguez

May 18, 2012

Josefina H. Rodriguez Josefina H. Rodriguez, 85, passed away Friday, May 18, 2012, in Laredo, Texas. Mrs. Rodriguez was a beloved mother whose love brought joy and happiness to so many. The warmth of her kindness embraced her, as she passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family. She is preceded in death by her parents, Maria de los Angeles...

Lydia S. Perales

Lydia S. Perales

May 16, 2012

Lydia S. Perales passed away on Wednesday, May 16, 2012, in Laredo, Texas after a lengthy illness. Mrs. Perales was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She always put her family ahead of herself. Mrs. Perales enjoyed cooking for her family, friends, and neighbors. Holidays were her most favorite times of the year being able to celebrate with her...

Irma B. Gutierrez

Irma B. Gutierrez

May 16, 2012

Irma B. Gutierrez Irma B. Gutierrez, 91, passed away Wednesday, May 16, 2012, in Laredo, Texas. She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Manuel G. Barrera and Candelaria De Leon Barrera; parents, Jose Maria Barrera and Andrea Garza; brothers, Manuel Barrera and Roberto Barrera; first cousin, Alicia Garcia. She is survived by her daughters, Gloria (Ernesto M.) Flores Jr....

Maria de la Luz Duran

Maria de la Luz Duran

May 15, 2012

Maria de la Luz Duran Maria de la Luz Duran, 91, passed away Tuesday, May 15, 2012, in Laredo, Texas. Mrs. Duran was known as “Pico”, “Lucha” or “La Guera” by many who knew her and loved her. She returned from Mexico 50 years ago with seven children, raising them alone during difficult times. Her accomplishments were many, her cooking...

Rosendo Gutierrez

Rosendo Gutierrez

May 11, 2012

Rosendo Gutierrez Rosendo Gutierrez, 94, passed away Friday, May 11, 2012, in Laredo, Texas. He was a lifelong resident of Laredo, Texas. Mr. Gutierrez was a World War II Veteran serving in the U.S. army 62nd Airborne Infantry Battalion, company A. He was a proud associate of the H.E.B. family retiring with over 20 years of service. He is preceded...

Belia A. Castaneda

Belia A. Castaneda

May 9, 2012

Belia A. Castañeda Belia A. Castañeda passed away on May 9, 2012, in Laredo, Texas. Mrs. Castañeda worked in the fashion industry for over 25 years with the Franklin Store Chain in downtown Laredo. She was an active member of the Blessed Sacrament Altar Society. Her favorite pastime was her weekly afternoon bingo with her friends. Her pride and joy...

Irene Navarro Trevino

Irene Navarro Trevino

May 7, 2012

Irene Navarro Treviño Irene Navarro Treviño, 94, passed away Monday, May 7, 2012, in Laredo, Texas. Irene Navarro Treviño “Mimi” was the fourth generation descendant of Jose Antonio Navarro, Texas Statesman, and signer of the Declaration of Independence. She was married to Mauricio A. Treviño, son of Julian M. Treviño. Irene was born in Shafter, Texas where her father José...

Luis A. Bruni

Luis A. Bruni

May 3, 2012

Luis A. Bruni Luis A. Bruni, beloved father, son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on May 3, 2012, finally bowing to the diabetes and heart disease that plagued him for many years. Son of Anthony J. Bruni, Jr. and Esther O. Cavazos Bruni, Louie, or “Big Lou” as he was called by his many friends, graduated from St. Joseph’s...

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