Viola Silvas, age 82, of Realitos, Texas, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2025. Born and raised in Realitos, Viola lived a life full of love, strength, and quiet generosity. She dedicated many years to working in healthcare as a transporter, always offering care and compassion to those around her. Outside of work, she found joy in life’s simple pleasures—visiting the casinos, tending to her beautiful plants and flowers, attending church every Sunday and sewing handmade costumes and blankets for her grandchildren.

Viola had a green thumb that could breathe life into any garden and a heart that nurtured her family just as tenderly. Her love for her grandchildren was unmatched—she cared for them as if they were her own children, and her presence would be deeply missed by all who knew her.

She is preceded in death by her loving husband, Amador P. Silvas, her daughter Rebecca Garcia, son Rene Silvas, sisters Josie Arredondo and Virginia Cantu, her parents, Paula and Jose Quiroz.

She is survived by her beloved daughter Rachel Silvas, sons Rudy Silvas, Roel Silvas, and Jose “Boy” Silvas, as well as her son-in-law Antonio Garcia. Viola was blessed with 10 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren who carry her memories in their hearts. Also surviving are her siblings, Lupita (Robert) Elizondo, Joe (Lucy) Quiroz, Rosalinda Sanchez, Berta (Alvaro) Galvan, Mario Quiroz, and Celestino Quiroz.

Visitation will be held from 9:30 am - 10:30 am on Monday , June 16, 2025 with a Rosary to be recited at 10:40 am followed by a Funeral Mass at the Sacred Heart Mission Catholic Church in Realitos Burial at the Realitos Cemetery.

Pallbearers: Roberto “Chachi” Garcia, Richard Sosa, Freddy Mejia, Triston Gonzalez, C.J. Pena, Robert Silvas, and Benny Joe Silvas.
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Mauro P. Garcia Funeral Homes is entrusted with the Services. ​

​Alice, Texas – On May 18, 2025, Aurora Hinojosa Clegg entered eternal rest after losing her battle with cancer. She was born in Alice, Texas on May 17, 1952, to her parents, Fidencio G. Hinojosa Sr. (deceased) and Teodora Magaña Hinojosa.
 
Aurora graduated from William Adams High School in 1970. She then continued her education at Texas A&l University where she received her bachelor’s degree in Home Economics. Later in her career she attended Texas A&M University in Kingsville, Texas where she attained two master's degrees: one in Counseling and another in Educational Administration.
 
For more than 40 years Aurora worked in Alice sharing her love of science, math, home economics and computer literacy and technologies. Many times, her students came back years later and shared with her just how much they learned and enjoyed her class.
 
Aurora enjoyed spending time with her family, especially with her daughter and only grandchild Izzy, whom she adored. She also loved to play and spoil whenever possible her many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. In her spare time, she loved to work on her sewing, crochet and embroidery projects. She will be remembered fondly for her generous and loving heart as well as for her enthusiasm for life and making long lasting memories with her sister, especially in the kitchen.
 
Aurora is preceded in death by her father, Fidencio G. Hinojosa Sr.
 
She is survived by her mother, Teodora Magana Hinojosa; her daughter, Amanda J. Clegg; her grandson, Eric Isaiah (Izzy) Macias; her siblings, Paula H. Garcia; Fidencio M. Hinojosa II (Imelda), and Francisco M. (Frank) Hinojosa (Deborah), and numerous nieces and nephews.
 
A Memorial Service will be conducted on Thursday, June 5, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church located at 801. South Reynolds St. in Alice, Texas. Burial to follow at New Collins Cemetery.
 
Mauro P. Garcia Funeral Homes, entrusted with arrangements.

San Diego, Texas – Liliane J.H. Lefebvre Garcia, 93, of San Diego, Texas passed away on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, peacefully surrounded by loved ones. Liliane was born to Henri Lefebvre and Jeanne Reignoux in Saint Quentin, France on December 13th.

Liliane, a woman of French origin, passed away leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and devotion. She arrived in the United States at the age of 24, carrying her baby in her arms and the memories of a Europe marked by war, a loving family, and a father who adored her. Though born far away, Liliane embraced the language, customs, and warmth of a land that was not originally hers. With quiet strength, she transformed her life as a young woman from a well-to-do French background into that of a wife and a mother in San Diego, Texas where she built a home alongside the love of her life, Ambrocio (Bocho) Garcia Jr. Together they lovingly raised their children, Henri, Elizabeth, Michael, Veronica, and Marie Jeane watching them grow, find their paths, and eventually leave the nest, with unwavering love. Liliane was a woman of deep faith and constancy. Every morning for many years, she prayed the Rosary with devotion. Each mystery was dedicated to one of her children, a quiet plea for his protection in their lives. Throughout her life, she endured many losses, yet never let grief overshadow her capacity to love. Those who knew her will remember her for her serenity, her generous spirit, and her unshakable faith. Her memory will live on in the hearts of her family and all those who had the privilege of walking part of life’s path with her.

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith” – 2Timothy 4:7

With love and gratitude, her family honors her life and the light she brought into theirs.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ambrocio (Bocho) Garcia Jr.; her parents, Henri Lefebvre and Jeane Reignoux; her siblings, Henri Lefebvre, Monique Padilla, Jean – Pierre Lefebvre, Francine Celli; her in laws, Ambrocio Garcia Sr. and Sofia Bazan Garcia, Juan Gilberto and Mary Garcia, Hector and Sylvia Garcia, Viola Garcia, and Norma Vasquez.

Survived by her children, Henri (Rosie) Garcia, Elizabeth (Joseph) Dominguez, Michael (Clementina) Garcia, Veronica Garcia, Marie Jeane (Curtis) Richard; grandchildren, Henri, Mark, Michelle, Jennifer, Michael, Gabriella; great grandchildren, Eric, Adam, Ashton, Taylor, Lizabelle, Mathilde; her siblings, Michelle Arnaud, Renee Lasne, Bernard Lefebvre, Bernadette Lefebvre; in laws, O.B. Garcia, Oscar (Yolanda) Garcia and many nieces, nephews including her special nephew Hervé Le Brun.

During the past year, she was blessed to have been cared for by her children and some extraordinary caregivers, Maria, Vero, and Lupita. Del Cielo Home Health Care and Hospice were at our side providing excellent care and support.

Visitation will begin on Friday, May 30, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. at Mauro P. Garcia Funeral Home in San Diego with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Francis de Paula Catholic Church in San Diego. Burial to follow at La Mota de Olmos Cemetery at Bazan Ranch in Duval County.

Mauro P. Garcia Funeral Homes, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

​Alice, Texas - Alicia V. Rodriguez peacefully returned to her Heavenly Father on Monday, May 26, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on August 16, 1951, to Manuel and Aurora Valdez in Carson City, Michigan, Alicia was a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, and loyal friend. Alicia was known for her warm heart and unwavering kindness. She worked for many years at the H-E-B pharmacy, where her dedication and friendly nature left a lasting impression on coworkers and customers alike. As a grandmother, she took pride in spoiling her grandkids—with sweets, surprises, or her endless, unconditional love. Her joyful presence lit up every room, especially at family gatherings where her laughter, storytelling, and playful spirit were always the highlight.
 
Alicia had a fierce love for life’s simple pleasures like bingo nights, casino trips, and the occasional scratch-off ticket. But her greatest treasure was the time she spent with her family. Alicia taught us to celebrate small wins, laugh often, and always keep a little luck in our pockets. Her memory will live on in every shared smile, every family gathering, and every lucky charm.
 
She was preceded in death by her parents, Manuel and Aurora Valdez; her siblings, Consuelo Resendez, Beatrice Martinez, Luz Mata, Francisca Mata, and Aurora “Vore” Garza; her niece, Monique Garcia; nephew, Troy Mata; and niece, Veronica Clendenen.
 
Alicia is survived by her beloved husband of 55 years, Jose L. Rodriguez; her children, Delicia Ann Torrez, Marivel Rodriguez (Wesley Baldwin), and Jose M. Rodriguez; and her grandchildren, Kristopher Rodriguez (raised as a son), Jake (Malerie Rae) Torrez, and Mallory (Ruben Cantu) Torrez. She is also survived by her siblings, Esperanza “Hope” Aguirre, Elena (Robert) Johnson, Tina (Woody) Hernandez, and Lupita (Enrique) Flores; her brothers-in-law, Speedy Martinez and Eddie Mata; and many treasured nieces and nephews.
 
Active Pallbearers: Little Bobby Aguirre, Joe Guerrero, Robert Johnson, Robert Lee Johnson, Billy Garza, and Ernesto Flores.

​Honorary Pallbearers: Speedy Martinez and Enrique Flores. 
 
Visitation will begin on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. at Mauro P. Garcia Funeral Home in Alice, Texas with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, May 30, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Alice. Burial to follow at San Diego Cemetery No. 2 in San Diego, Texas.
 
Mauro P. Garcia Funeral Homes, Inc. entrusted with arrangements. 

​San Diego, Texas - Yolanda Cuellar passed away on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at the age of 82 surrounded by her loving family. Yolanda was born in Benavides, Texas to her mother, Beatrice Mireles and raised alongside grandparents, Roman and Romana Mireles. On June 3, 1959, she married her sweetheart Fidel Cuellar, Jr. They were wed for 41 years and went on to raise five children. Yolanda worked several years alongside her husband. She was a bookkeeper at Cuellar Lumber and Hardware. She also enjoyed gardening, crafting and shopping. She had a love for music and dancing. Humor and laughter followed wherever she went.
 
In her later years she spent most time with family, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and her longtime sweetheart, Cruz Torres.
 
Yolanda is preceded in death by her mother, Beatrice Mireles; husband, Fidel Cuellar, Jr.; sons, Roberto Rene Cuellar and Miguel Angel Cuellar; and grandson, Michael Angelo Cuellar.
 
She leaves behind daughters, Gloria Garza Cuellar and Lora (Oscar) Garcia; one son, Eric Mark Cuellar; grandchildren, Joshua Cuellar, Sonja Garza, Jonathan Garza, Oscar Garcia Jr., and Ysela Garcia; and numerous great-grandchildren which she enjoyed and loved.
 
Active Pallbearers: Family members
 
Visitation will begin on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. at Mauro P. Garcia Funeral Home Chapel in San Diego, Texas with a Rosary to be recited at 10:00 a.m.  followed by a Funeral Service. Burial to follow at San Diego Cemetery No. 2.
 
Mauro P. Garcia Funeral Homes Inc., entrusted with arrangements.

San Diego, Texas – Maria Elda “Momo” Gonzalez, 74 years of age passed away Friday, May 23, 2025, peacefully with her family by her side. She enjoyed playing bingo, gambling, going on trips to the casino, and most of all being around her family. In her lifetime she was the most caring and compassionate provider to her patients, a Dallas Cowboy fan, queen of politics, Novela watcher, kickball coach, loved to be outside working on the yard planting her rose bushes, and let’s not forget “Don’t touch her cokes”. Maria “Momo” will be dearly missed by her family, friends, and all that knew her.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Preciliano Gonzalez, Aurora Gonzalez; sisters, Feliciana “Chana” Campos, Baldemar Gonzalez, Idolina Gonzalez; nephew, Marco Gonzalez; son in law, Ruben Everett, and in laws, Santos and Martina Gonzalez.

Survived by four daughters, Martina (Reymundo Jr.) Ramos, Idolina (Rene Sr.) Santos, Melissa Everett, Delinda (Augustine Perez) Gonzalez; two sons, Ramon (Monica) Gonzalez Jr., Omar Santos (Kristen) Ramirez; father of children, Ramon Gonzalez Sr.; two brothers, Preciliano (Minga) Gonzalez, Enrique “Kike” (Elna) Gonzalez; two sisters, Lupita (Joe) Soulas, Nora (Carmela Alaniz) Gonzalez Alaniz; grandkids, Rene Santos Jr., Ashley Gonzalez, Amanda Santos, Delilah Martinez, Delizza Davila, Dora Wolfe, Nora Santos, Sadie Miller, Robert Davila Jr., Ramon Gonzalez III, Ryan Gonzalez, Ruben Everett Jr., Omar Ramirez Jr., Lazette Gonzalez, Joe Daniel Everett, Alyssa Ramirez, Seth Ramirez, Ayden Jace Everett, numerous great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and two great-great grandchildren, Aaliyah Maria Ramirez, and Lonzo Sequera.

Active Pallbearers: Robert Davila Jr., Ryan Gonzalez, Joe Daniel Everett, Seth Ramirez, Rene Santos Jr., and Ramon Gonzalez III.

Honorary Pallbearers: Ayden Jace Everett, and Victor Martinez Jr.

Visitation and Rosary will begin Monday May 26, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. at Mauro P. Garcia Funeral Home in San Diego followed by a Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. at St. Francis de Paula Catholic Church in San Diego. Burial to follow at San Diego Cemetery No. 2.

Special thank you to Christus Spohn Alice 2nd floor and ICU nurses and staff.
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Mauro P. Garcia Funeral Homes Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

​Benavides, Texas - Ricardo G. Carrillo (Riche), 76 years of age, went to be with our Lord on March 24, 2025. Riche survived cancer twice but the third time around the battle was too much for his body to handle. Riche worked in the oilfield and was also a CDL driver and later became a mechanic. He was fascinated by taking engines apart and putting them back together. Those who knew him well knew he was a kidder and loved to laugh. He always spat out a bit of witty humor to lighten a situation or when the mood got too serious. That was his gift.
 
Riche is preceded in death by his father and mother, Daniel and Emma Carrillo; his brothers, Baldero Carrillo, and Humberto Carrillo; and his sister, Maria Elena Saenz.
 
He is survived by his ex-wife, Diana S. Carrillo; daughters, Noemi (James) Netherlain, Eva Linda Rios (Francisco) Velma Lee Guerra and Arnoldo Leonel Carrillo (Rachel), his sister, San Juanita Carrillo; brothers, Leonel Carrillo and Joe Carrillo, and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. 
 
A private service was held at the gravesite in Benavides on Friday, May 2, 2025, and was lead in prayer by Father George from Santa Rosa de Lima Catholic Church. 
 
Mauro P. Garcia Funeral Homes, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

​Cruz Cristobal (Cris) Torres 85 years old, passed away on April 26, 2025, at Windsor
Morgan nursing home in Corpus Christi, Texas surrounded by his loving family. He was
born on May 3,1939, to Juanita Rodriguez Trevino in Corpus Christi Texas. One of nine
children, he knew there were too many mouths to feed, and in his own words, “I was
restless, and had no desire to be a farmer”. Cruz enlisted with the Army at 17 just shy of
his 18th birthday. He did basic training at Lackland AFB, then was stationed at Vance
AFB in Oklahoma for Aircraft mechanical training where upon finishing, the Army
assigned him to Alaska. Cruz loved being a soldier, he loved the structure, and if you
worked hard, you could rise through the ranks. He met Patricia Frederickson while
stationed in Alaska, and she encouraged him to study and take his GED to get his high
school diploma. He was awarded a GED from Fairbanks Alaska. He reenlisted in the Air
Force and Patricia joined him in San Antonio, Texas as soon as she graduated from
High school in 1962 where they were married. They had two children, Ricky (Ric)
Torres, and Christine Torres Woodruff. Cruz looked good in his tailored uniform, and
was selected to drive for Commanding General Kelly in San Antonio where he saw
President JFK, and many celebrities. The family was stationed at Hickam AFB in
Honolulu, Hawaii where he drove for General Maddox (3 star) before returning to San
Antonio. Cruz started taking college classes, and after 10 years earned an associate
degree in general studies. Cruz and Patricia were divorced in 1970. Cruz was deployed
to Vietnam from 1970-1972, and he then was promoted to augmented Inspector 7th Air Force Inspector General MACV under general Westmoreland (four star) specifically serving in Korea, South Vietnam, and Laos Cambodia.
 
He retired as a Chief Master Sargent after 21.5 years from the Air Force, with (3)
Commendation Medals, and (1) Meritorious Service Medal.
 
Upon retiring he started Universal City Taxi service in San Antonio, where he tried his
hand at being an entrepreneur. After three years, he found owning a business to be too
taxing, and decided to Join the Federal Aviation Administration in Alaska as a
maintenance foreman in charge of navigational aid and airport mechanics for 17 small
airports across Alaska. He retired from the FAA at 55 years of age, having worked a
total of 31.5 years in federal service.
 
He returned to San Diego and enjoyed his senior years being with family, friends and
longtime sweetheart Yolanda Cuellar. Eating out at his favorite restaurants, collecting,
and working on vintage cars and driving his various corvettes.
 
He is preceded in death by his mother; Juanita Trevino, older brother; Serafine Asaro,
younger brothers; Cayetano Trevino, Pepe Trevino, Danny Trevino, and his sister;
Angelita Tiblier Torres.
 
He leaves behind his brothers; Lupe Trevino, Juan (Gloria) Trevino, and
Esperanza Trevino (Ray) Solis, his daughter; Christine (Royce) Woodruff Torres, grandchildren; Vance Woodruff, and Trace Woodruff, his son; Ric (Tracy) Torres, grandchildren; Taryn Torres Marks, Cami Torres, Connor Torres, and Tyler Torres, great grandchildren; Madden Reingold, and Koda Marks all whom he loved and enjoyed. May he rest in peace with his heavenly father, you will be missed, but not ever far from our hearts.
 
Visitation will begin on Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 9:00 AM at Mauro P. Garcia Funeral
Home Chapel in San Diego, Tx with a Rosary to be recited at 10:00 a.m. Followed by
Funeral Services. Military grave side services will be conducted by the United Burial
Veterans Association of Alice, Texas at the San Diego Cemetery No. 2.
 
Condolences may be left on our website www.mauropgarcia.com
 
Mauro P. Garcia Funeral Home entrusted with the arrangements.

Benavides, Texas - Lydia Estela Oliveira Canales, a lifelong resident of Benavides, Texas, passed away peacefully at the age of 96 at her home on April 7, 2025, leaving a void her family cannot fill. She was born in Benavides, Texas on February 19, 1929, to Crescencio Oliveira and Velia Garcia Oliveira. She was the second child of seven siblings. Lydia was a devoted mother to her three children, and Mary Alice Palomino, Lille Annell Canales, F.H. “Tocho” (Tammy) Canales, Jr., and Juan Antonio Canales (all residents of Benavides, Texas). Her three grandchildren F. H. “Trey” Canales III (San Antonio, Texas), Robert (Virginia) Canales (Los Angeles, California), and Reese (Casey) Canales (Washington, D.C.), were the pride and joy of their Nana.

Lydia took special joy in cooking for her family and planning special celebrations, making turcos, depression candy, dulce de frijol, divinity, and other treats throughout the years for immediate and extended family members. She was an avid reader and enjoyed creating a variety of arts and crafts. From designing personalized floral arrangements for any occasion to decorating for her favorite holiday, Christmas, and the ever-popular family Easter Egg Hunt, she was in her element and looked forward to every festivity with the same excitement and anticipation always. She loved her family equally, no matter which side they came from. She provided a haven or a refuge whenever any of them may have needed one. Whether it was a nephew sneaking a turco as he went to school, or the Easter egg fights, Christmas Eve menudo and tamales, or the camping trips to Garner State Park, she loved being with her family immensely.  She felt a profound love for her brothers and sisters that had no boundaries.  Her nieces and nephews, each one of whom she loved and was so proud of, brought smiles to her face when she heard from them. She kept in touch with her cousins, who she had many of, each of them meant so much to her, to the end.  And in later years, her outings for lunch with her friends and keeping active were what she enjoyed the most.

Her love for genealogy was endless, and her knowledge of family history was impressive. Her impulse was to help tell the story and to bring truth forward. If you accompanied her to the grocery store, that was an all-day event because everyone stopped to chat with her. She never met a stranger. And after 96 years, she was a friend to many.

She served in the following organizations:
PTA Room Mother for her three children for 29 years
Altar and Rosary Society
Catholic Daughters
Girl Scout Leader
1st Quad County President of Hispanic Descent
Lifelong Democrat
School Board Member
American Legion Auxiliary President 
Duval County Pct 2 Election Judge
Duval County Historical Commission Chairman 25 yrs
Hand-Crafted Christmas Ornament Exchange Club 

Lydia was preceded in death by the love of her life (after 54 years of marriage), F.H. (Tocho) Canales Sr., her parents, Crescencio Oliveira and Velia Garcia Oliveira, her sister, Vellita (Verlon) Oliveira Bridges, her brothers, Crescencio Oliveira and Celso Oliveira, brothers-in-law, Verlon Bridges and Wayne Pendleton, Liborio (Estela) Canales, Albino (Adriana) Canales, sister-in-law, Tina (Crescencio) Oliveira, Alicia Canales (Octavio) Carrillo, Lille Canales (Angel) Saenz, nieces Margot Isabel Mendez and Rosalinda Oliveira, Maria Alicia (Ezequiel) Garcia, nephew Liborio Canales Jr.

Survived by her sisters, Elda (Roel) Oliveira Mendez and Bertha Oliveira Pendleton, numerous nieces and nephews who adored her and will never forget the love and treasured memories she brought to their lives.

We would like to especially thank her caregiver, Kim Pendleton, for her dedication to our mother over the past nine months, to all those at NSCL Home Health, NSCL Provider Services, and Del Cielo Hospice Services.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. at Mauro P. Garcia Funeral Home in San Diego, Texas, followed by a Rosary at 10:00 a.m. Funeral Service will be held at the Santa Rosa De Lima Catholic Church in Benavides, Texas, at 11:30 a.m.  Burial to follow at The Benavides Cemetery in Benavides, Texas.
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Mauro P. Garcia Funeral Homes, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.