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Orange Grove, Texas – Marcelino Fierro Vargas, 74 years of age passed away on June 27, 2024, after a short illness surrounded by his loving family. Marcelino was a mechanic all his life. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Marcelino will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He is preceded in death by his parents; Francisco and Francisca V. Vargas, two sisters; Victoria Delgado, Carmela Valenzuela, two grandchildren; Jesus Francisco De Los Santos, Jessica Lynn De Los Santos, and one great-grandson; Jayce Rodriguez. He leaves behind his wife; Naomi Vargas, one daughter; Veronica (Jesus) De Los Santos, four grandchildren; Juan De Los Santos Jr., Joe Rodriguez, Alyssa Rodriguez, Joseph De Los Santos, and four great-grandchildren. Visitation will begin on Tuesday July 2, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. at Mauro P. Garcia Funeral Home of Alice with a Rosary to follow at 7:00 p.m. that evening. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 3, 2024, at St. John of the Cross Catholic Church, Orange Grove, Texas. Burial will follow at St. John of the Cross Cemetery, Orange Grove, Texas. Mauro P. Garcia Funeral Home, Inc. entrusted with the arrangements.

​Palito Blanco, Texas – Beatrice Moreno Gonzalez, 97 years of age passed away on June 24, 2024, in a Kingsville Nursing Home, surrounded by her loving family. She was a homemaker and loved to sew and enjoyed working on her garden. She loved spending time with her family and friends. She was a loving mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, and friend who will be sadly missed by all who knew her.

Beatrice is preceded in death by her parents; Francisco and Guadalupe Saenz Moreno, her husband Ramiro Gonzalez, and two sisters Angelina Moreno and Maria Huerta.

Surviving are two sons; Ramiro (Gilma) Gonzalez Jr., Aurelio (Irene) Gonzalez, three daughters; Adriana (Alvino) Zarate, Anna (Raymond) Cook, Beatrice (Dennis) Klyng, three sisters; Josefina (Domingo) Garcia, Francisca Gonzalez, Lupe (Beto) Martinez, two brothers; Juan (Maria) Moreno, Frank (Thelma) Moreno Jr., numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.
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Visitation will begin at 8:00 a.m. On Saturday Jun 29, 2024 At Mauro P. Garcia Funeral Home in Alice, Texas. Chapel Prayer service is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. that morning with Pastor Jose Morales officiating. At 12:00 noon Funeral procession will depart to the Iglesia Bautista in Palito Blanco for a Funeral Church service with Pastors Carlos Estrada and Pastor Servando Torres. Burial Will follow at the Alas Blancas Cemetery located at 7408 CR 281 Palito Blanco, Texas.


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Mauro P. Garcia Funeral Home-Alice is in charge of the arrangements.

San Diego, Texas – Victoria Espinoza, 70 years of age passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2024, in her home surrounded by her loving family. Victoria was a housewife for most of her life. She was a very loving and giving person to everyone and was always ready to help anyone in need. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents; Jose T. Gomez, Porfiria Benavides, two brothers; Enrique Gomez, Eladio Gomez, and one sister; Leticia Gomez.

She is survived by her loving husband of 53 years; Andres Espinoza, two daughters; Yesenia (Saul Zarate) Espinoza, Jovanna Espinoza, one brother; Jose (Nelda) Gomez, two sisters; Guadalupe A. Ramos, Maria Luisa (Felipe) Alvarez, four grandchildren; Andrea (Michael Salaiz) Jimenez, Gabriella Jimenez, fur grand baby; Uhtred Ragnarson, Gabriel Ignacio Zarate, Jaxon Allec Zarate, numerous nieces, nephews, and David Jimenez.

​The family would like to thank Altus Hospice, and their wonderful nurses, Roland Chapa and Gracie Infante for the wonderful care and services.

​Active Pallbearers: Michael Salaiz, Rickey De La Paz, Leonel Salinas, Roland Gomez, Henry Gomez,  Roelio Espinoza, Damacio “Eric” Luera, and Felipe Alvarez
 
Honorary Pallbearers: Andrea Jimenez, Gabriella Jimenez, and Zaul Zarate
 
Visitation will begin Wednesday, June 26, 2024, 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 celebrated on Thursday, June 27, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Francis de Paula Catholic Church in San Diego. Burial to follow at The San Diego Cemetery in San Diego, Texas.

Mauro P. Garcia Funeral Home, Inc. entrusted with the arrangements.

​San Diego, Texas - Efrain Lopez Martinez, 87 years of age passed away on Saturday, June 22, 2024, in a Corpus Christi Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Efrain worked for Edwards Furniture Company for a few years and worked for Duval County Precinct #3 where he retired after many years. He loved spending time at the ranch. He took pride in his grandchildren, loved music, BBQing, and spending time with his loving family.

He is preceded in death by his parents; Matilde and San Juanita Martinez, his loving wife, Minerva J. Martinez, one daughter; Umbelina T. Gallegos, two sisters; Emma Sanchez, Zulema (John†) Norman, two brothers; George (Celina†) Martinez, Alejandro “Cano” (Benita†) Martinez, and one brother-in-law; Jose Pena.

He is survived by his three sons; David (Luanna) Martinez, Adan (Lisa) Martinez Sr., Efrain (Raylene) Martinez Jr., one daughter; Cynthia Yvette Martinez, two brothers; Matilde (Rosie) Martinez, Raul Martinez, one sister; Angelina Pena, numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

Active Pallbearers: Anthony Martinez, Adan Martinez Jr., Mark Martinez, Jakob Martinez, Eric Martinez, and Cody Martinez.

The family would like to thank Windsor Nursing Home in San Diego, and Fresenius Kidney Care in Alice, Texas for their wonderful care and services.

Visitation will begin on Friday, June 28, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. at Mauro P. Garcia Funeral Home in San Diego with a Rosary to be recited at 9:30 a.m. followed by Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. at St. Francis de Paula Catholic Church in San Diego. Burial to follow at the San Diego Cemetery #2 in San Diego.
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Mauro P. Garcia Funeral Home, Inc. entrusted with the arrangements.

Spring, Texas – Mendietta Community- Bess, Texas
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James “Jim” F. Burkholder, 77 years of age, passed away on Sunday, June 9, 2024, at the end of a Hail Mary surrounded by his loving family. Jim graduated with a master’s degree in Geology from Memphis State University in Memphis, Tennessee. He retired from Noble Energy in 2004.
My beloved is now in heaven with our Carla, Momo, Popo, and his momma and daddy. My Jim was the perfect son, husband, father, uncle, and friend to so many loved ones.
He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years; Teresa Benavides Burkholder, one brother; David Burkholder, two sisters; Mary B. Hatcher, and Nancy Jean Burkholder, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, sisters-in-law, and brothers-in-law.

Active Pallbearers: Santiago "Jimmy" Garcia Sr., Raul Camilo Garcia Jr., Victoriano "Vick" Casas III, Joshua Ryan Benavides, Victor "Michael"  Benavides, and Ruben Benavides.

Visitation will begin Friday, June 21, 2024, 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 celebrated on Saturday, June 22, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Francis de Paula Catholic Church in San Diego. Burial to follow at The Benavides Family Cemetery, CR 103 North of San Diego, Mendietta Community- Bess, Texas.
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Knights of Columbus in Spring, Texas will plan a service for Jim at a later date.
 
Mauro P. Garcia Funeral Home, Inc. entrusted with the arrangements.

Condolences for the family can be left at www.mauropgarcia.com

Alice, Texas - Lilia “Lily” G. Cash 59 years old passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2024, after a long affliction. Lily was married to her loving husband Craig Cash for 33 years. She was a graduate of Alice Independent School District. She served in the ministry “Christian Women’s Job Corp.” She was active in the Church Ministry. Lily was the owner of Farmhouse Coffee & Retail Shop for 3 years. She was a loving wife, devoted daughter, mother, grandmother, and friend. Lily will be sadly missed by all who knew her.

Lily is preceded in death by her father Refugio Gonzalez.

Lily is survived by her husband; Craig Cash, two sons; Mario (Danielle) Lopez, Luke (Dorothy Vela) Thompson, two daughters; Joy (Roel) Govea, Katrina Young, her mother; Olivia A. Gonzalez, three brothers; Refugio (San Juanita) Gonzalez, Rogelio Gonzalez, and Justo (Crystal) Gonzalez, and her loving aunt; Josie Valerio.
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Visitation will begin Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. with a prayer service to be recited at 7:00 p.m. that evening at Mauro P. Garcia Funeral Home San Diego. Funeral Service Wednesday, May 29, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church 501 E. 2nd St. Alice, Texas. Burial will follow at New Collins Cemetery.

Mauro P. Garcia Funeral Home, Inc. entrusted with the arrangements.

Condolences for the family can be left at www.mauropgarcia.com

Omar M. Vidal, 59 years old, passed away on May 21, 2024, peacefully in the home he built surrounded by his loving family after a short illness. He was married to the love of his life Corina Vidal for 42 years. He was an active member of the St. Francis de Paula Catholic Church of San Diego, Tx. Omar was a devoted, loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend to all who were lucky enough to be a part of his life. He started carpentry at the age of 11, which led to a successful business. He enjoyed BBQing, listening to music, making pan de campo, and gambling. We will miss him and always cherish all his memories.

Omar was preceded in death by parents Hipolito and Emma Vidal, father-in-law Mauro Garza Sr.
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He leaves behind his beloved wife Corina Vidal, children; Omar “Mikey” (Daniela) Vidal, Christopher (Valarie) Vidal, grandsons; Fabian Raul, Michael Evin, Jaden Daniel, Christopher Homero, and Dion Emmanuel Vidal, siblings; Israel (Betty) Vidal, Leonor (Rogelio) Ramirez, mother-in-law Berta Garza, nephew Justin M. (Stephanie) Vidal, brother in law; Frank Garza, and sister in laws; Irene Bueno, and Emelinda Bueno.

Visitation will begin on Thursday, May 23, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 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 celebrated on Friday, May 24, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Francis de Paula Catholic Church in San Diego. Burial to follow at the San Diego Cemetery #2.

Active Pallbearers: Fabian Raul Vidal, Michael Evin Vidal, Jaden Daniel Vidal, Justin Vidal, Santana Salazar, and Morris Saenz.
Honorary Pallbearers: Christopher Homero Vidal, Dion Emmanuel Vidal, Mason Vidal, Ronnie Gonzalez, Carlos Espinosa, Rudy Luera, and Justin Montemayor.

Condolences may be left on our website at www.mauropgarcia.com

Funeral Arrangements entrusted by Mauro P. Garcia Funeral Homes, Inc.

Ronald “Ronnie” Cuellar, age 43, passed away suddenly on Thursday, May 16, 2024, at his home. His pastimes were working the ranch and reading books. Sarah Lynn was his pride and joy and was always with him, there is nothing purer than a dog’s love.

Ronnie was preceded in death by his father; Rosario Cuellar Sr., maternal grandparents; Praxideus and Josefina Guerra Sr, paternal grandparents; Jesus and Dominga Cuellar, and three uncles; Eloy Guerra, Isaul Guerra, and Uvaldo Guerra.

He is survived by his mother; Odilia Guerra of Kingsville, Texas, one brother; Rosario “Ross” Cuellar, one nephew; Ross Benjamin Cuellar, and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Active Pallbearers will be Bobby Gomez, Luis Guerra, Jr., Bobby Tamez, Tim O'Neal, Sammy Heritage, JR Gonzalez, and Honorary Pallbearers will be Tony Rodas, Michael Brandenburg, and Ronnie Mendez.

Visitation will be on Thursday, May 23, 2024, from 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. with a Rosary to be held right after at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Alice, Tx.

Burial to follow at the Rodriguez Cemetery in La Parrita.

Condolences may be left on our website at www.mauropgarcia.com
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Funeral Arrangements entrusted by Mauro P. Garcia Funeral Homes, Inc.

Juanita V. Gonzalez passed away on May 18, 2024, at the age of 101. Juanita was born on January 27, 1923, in Santa Cruz, Texas.  She was the oldest living descendant from Saturnino Alaniz Vera and Victoriana Martinez Vera family from the San Buena Ventura Ranch now known as Rios, Texas. As a young woman, Juanita moved to San Diego, Texas, where she worked as a housekeeper for the Johnson and Risinger families. She also worked at the Duval County Food Distribution Center, and the San Diego Independent School District as a nurse’s aide and cafeteria worker. Juanita was a devoted Catholic and a member of the Altar Rosary Society.
Juanita enjoyed spending time with her good friends Diana Gonzalez, Idolina Rios, and Elvirita Alaniz. After church, they would often go out to eat and go shopping in Alice or Corpus Christi.  She also had fun on trips to Las Vegas with her nieces Maria, Christina, Nena and Tomacita. Juanita truly loved the town of San Diego too. She liked playing bingo at the Civic Center and visiting all her friends there for various occasions. She was even voted Queen at the Senior Center Valentine Celebration.
Juanita was famous across the many generations of her family for her cooking and baking skills. Some of the most treasured dishes she made from scratch were bean empanadas, lemon meringue pies, pan de polvo de anillo, date cookies, prune, pecan and apple cakes, and sweet cornbread for meriendas.  For her birthdays, she would often create a three-layer white cake, with pineapple filling and vanilla frosting, and cover it with coconut. All her friends and family were invited over to celebrate. In her later years in the nursing home, friends and family still celebrated her birthday with a party filled with decorations and, of course, cake! 
While Juanita was known for her delicious recipes, she will be missed most for her loving personality, kind smile, robust hugs, and giving nature. Her doors were always open to family who came to visit San Diego. Her charming home was overflowing with pictures she proudly displayed of her loved ones, including old and frayed black and white photos that were decades old to newer school pictures of great-great and even great-great-great nieces and nephews. Her yard was also filled with roses and other flowers, and the mint bush near her front door always made for the best hot tea. 
She is preceded in death by her parents; Carlos and Tomasita Vera Gonzalez, brothers and sisters; Lucinda (Mauro) Garcia, Crecenciana (Vidal) Garcia, Jovita Gonzalez, Manuel (Teresa) Gonzalez, Merardo (Antonia) Gonzalez, Eustorgio Gonzalez.
She is survived by her nieces and nephews; Ernestina Saenz, Irene Sepulveda, Vidal Garcia Jr., Jesus Maria Garcia, Tomacita Olivares, Diana Rodriguez, Imelda Garza Radke and numerous great, great-great, and great-great-great nieces and nephews. 
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The family wishes to express its appreciation of gratitude to her provider Sandra Perales. They also wish to thank the nurses and staff of the Windsor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of San Diego, Texas. 

Pallbearers will be Mauro Garcia, Mario Lopez, Jose Olivares, Joel Trigo, Victor Trigo, and Emiliano Gonzales.

Visitation will begin on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. at with a Rosary to be recited at 9:00 a.m. at Mauro P. Garcia Funeral Home Chapel in San Diego. Mass will be held at St. Francis de Paula Church at 10:30 a.m. with burial to follow at the Gonzalez Cemetery in Rios, Texas. 

Condolences may be left on our website at www.mauropgarcia.com

Mauro P. Garcia Funeral Homes is entrusted with arrangements.