Obituaries
Arturo Cardenas
May 30, 2026
Arturo Cardenas, aged 68, of Los Fresnos, Texas, peacefully passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2026. Born on May 12, 1958, in Brownsville, Texas, he was the beloved son of Epifanio Cardenas and Manuela Cortez. Arturo dedicated his career to working as a chemical inspector and found joy in deer hunting and freshwater fishing.
He is preceded in death by his...
Jesus Gustavo Sanchez
May 12, 2026
Jesus Gustavo Sanchez, age 82, of Brownsville, Texas, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. Born in Jalisco, Mexico, he was the beloved son of Lorenzo Miguel Sanchez Miguel and Paulina De la Fuente Penaos.
He is lovingly remembered by his children: Daniela Sanchez, Allan Sanchez, Jorge Sanchez, Alejandro Sanchez, Liliana Sanchez, and Gustavo Sanchez, as well as by his...
Milton C. Phipps
May 8, 2026
Milton Conrad Phipps of Los Fresnos, Texas formerly of Estacada, Ore., died at peacefully at Spanish Meadows of Brownsville after a long illness. He was 84.
He was a 1959 graduate of Madison High School in Portland, Ore. A veteran of US Army and Army Reserves, reaching the rank of master sergeant, Milton was a long-time employee of US West telephone...
Thomas C. King
Apr 28, 2026
Thomas Clyde King was born on October 5,1939 in Conneration, Madison Township, Rimersburg, Pennsylvania to Delbert and Dora [Schaefer] King. He passed away peacefully at Victoria Comfort Homes in Harlingen, Texas.
Thomas was one of four boys. He grew up in Rimersburg, PA, where he also attended school until he enlisted in the Army. Following his years of service, he held...
Juan Martinez Moreno
Feb 21, 2026
Juan Martinez Moreno, age 49, of Rio Hondo, Texas, passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at Valley Regional Medical Center. Born on June 24, 1976, in Palma Real de Adentro Puebla in Mexico to Eutimio Martinez and Florentina Moreno, Juan was the proud owner of Martinez Remodeling.
He is survived by his loving wife, Margarita Martinez, and their cherished children:...
Jess Wilson Helm, Jr.
Feb 20, 2026
Jess Wilson Helm Jr., age 87, of Bayview, Texas, passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026. Born on October 5, 1938, in Oklahoma to Jess Clarence and Ila Helm, Jess dedicated many years to working as a cattle rancher, contributing to his community with hard work and commitment.
He was preceded in death by his son, Jess D. Helm; his parents,...
Panfilo Gonzalez Cruz
Feb 11, 2026
Panfilo Gonzalez Cruz, age 51, of Los Fresnos, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, in Brownsville. He was born on June 1, 1974, in Mexico to Tomas Gonzalez and Camerina Cruz.
Panfilo is deeply cherished and survived by his three daughters, Maricruz Gonzalez, Ana Gonzalez, and Yesenia Gonzalez. He leaves behind a legacy of love through his eight grandchildren:...
Cecilia Mares
Jan 23, 2026
Cecilia Mares, age 61, of Los Fresnos, Texas, peacefully passed away on January 23, 2026. She was born on December 20, 1964, in Mexico to Esteban Gonzalez and Guadalupe Villanueva.
Cecilia is remembered fondly by her loving husband, Martin Mares, and her cherished children: Beatriz Gutierrez (Homero), Brenda Mares, Martin Mares (Katya), Lucero Mares, Andres Mares, and Nadia Mares. She also...
San Juana Guajardo
Jan 18, 2026
“If You Are Reading This, WELL I’m Dead” by Janie Guajardo “It Finally Got Me Folks”
Our Mother, Mrs. Janie Guajardo born on April 26, 1957, the daughter of Gregorio and San Juanita Galvan, made her transition on Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Now, the majority of the public will want to read the typical obituary. The public will want to know for...
Norma Linda Martinez
Jan 16, 2026
Norma Linda Martinez 59 passed away in Los Fresnos, Texas on Friday, January 16th surrounded by her family. Born October 3, 1966 in Laureles, Texas to Jose Guadalupe Rodriguez and Tomasa Cruz.
Norma Linda was a Die Hard fan of “America’s Team” the Dallas Cowboys. She enjoyed fishing and retired auto mechanic.
She was preceded in death by her husband Manuel Martinez.
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Manuel A. Rivas
Jan 10, 2026
Manuel A. Rivas, age 87, of Los Fresnos, Texas, passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026. He was born on October 22, 1938, in Los Fresnos to Norberto and Dolores Aleman Rivas.
Manuel is lovingly remembered by his devoted wife, Dolores Rivas, and his children: Rene Rivas, Monica Rivas, Maria Rivas, and Francisco Rivas. He cherished his role as a grandfather...
Valentin Sanchez Castellanos
Jan 8, 2026
Valentin Sanchez Castellanos, age 66, of Los Fresnos, Texas, passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2026. He was born on May 21, 1959, in Monterrey, Mexico, to Gregorio Sanchez and Josefina Castellanos. With unwavering dedication, Valentin devoted 35 years to the field of construction and proudly co-owned Sanchez Construction alongside his sons.
Valentin is preceded in death by his beloved parents,...
Ramon C. Gomez
Dec 26, 2025
Ramon C. Gomez, age 81, of Los Fresnos, Texas, peacefully passed away on Friday, December 26, 2025, at Veranda Nursing Home in Harlingen. He was born on November 16, 1944, in Brownsville, Texas, to the late Jose Luis Gomez and Teodora Conde Gomez. Ramon dedicated his life to the sea as a respected shrimp boat captain, a role he cherished...
Diamantina Coronado
Dec 19, 2025
Diamantina Coronado, age 84, of Los Fresnos, Texas, passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025, in Brownsville, Texas. Born on March 22, 1941, in Matamoros, Tamaulipas, Mexico, she was the cherished daughter of Alberto Coronado and Maria Nunez. Diamantina was a devoted member of Iglesia Centro Familiar Cristiano Nueva Vida, where she found community and connection.
She is preceded in death...
Guillermo Flores
Dec 16, 2025
Guillermo Flores-Reyes, age 67, of Olmito, Texas passed away Tuesday, December 16, 2025, in Brownsville. He was born March 13, 1958, in Matamoros, Mexico to Carlos Flores Loera and Maria Magdalena Reyes. Guillermo was a kind, charismatic, and strong person who embraced life to the fullest. He carried himself with love and integrity, navigating the world with peace. While it...
David Daniel Burlingame, Sr.
Dec 12, 2025
David Daniel Burlingame Sr., 64, of Los Fresnos, Texas, passed away on December 12, 2025. Born on October 1, 1961, in Raymondville, Texas, David was raised in Los Fresnos, where he attended school, raised his family, built his livelihood, and remained a proud lifelong resident.
David was preceded in death by his father, George William Burlingame, who passed away when David...
San Juana Avila
Dec 4, 2025
San Juana Avila, age 88, of Brownsville, Texas, peacefully passed away on December 4, 2025. Born on September 14, 1937, in Matamoros, Tamaulipas, Mexico, she was the cherished daughter of Gilberto Zamorano and Estefana Almanza. With a compassionate heart, San Juana dedicated 35 years of her life to caregiving, offering love and support to those in need. She found joy...
Javier Hernandez
Nov 28, 2025
En memoria de Javier Hernández
29 de abril de 1962 – 28 de noviembre de 2025
Hoy nos reunimos con el corazón pesado para honrar a un hombre cuya presencia significó todo para nosotros: un esposo, nuestro padre, nuestro abuelo, nuestro tío y amigo. Mi papá nació el 29 de abril de 1962, y el 28 de noviembre de 2025 Dios lo...
Hilario Infante Gonzalez
Nov 24, 2025
Hilario Infante Gonzalez, a cherished and beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away at the age of 87 on November 24, 2025, in the embrace of the Lord. Born on November 17, 1938, in Brownsville, Texas, Hilario leaves behind a remarkable legacy and many fond memories.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Hilario Gonzalez and Inez Infante; his beloved...
Tomasa G. Rivera
Nov 14, 2025
Tomasa G. Rivera 72 passed away surrounded by her family on November 14, 2025. She was born in Cuidad Valle Hermoso, Tamaulipas Mexico on January 11, 1953 to Francisco Garcia & Trinidad Salas.
Tomasa was of the Catholic faith. Tomasa was not only a pillar of support for her family but also had a passion for life that radiated through everything...

