Obituaries

Carl Samuel Schmidt

Carl Samuel Schmidt

Sep 15, 2024

Carl Samuel Schmidt, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend passed away peacefully on September 15, 2024, at the age of 90. He was born on November 13, 1933, in Dobrowolski/Jourdanton, Texas.

Family was a priority in Carl’s life. He met his late wife, Margie, and they married in 1960. They moved from San Antonio to Corpus Christi in 1966 and...

Kenneth Lynn Heider

Kenneth Lynn Heider

Sep 13, 2024

Kenneth Lynn Heider, born on January 6, 1942, in Corpus Christi, Texas, passed away peacefully on September 13 2024, in Robstown, Texas. Kenneth was a beloved figure whose life journey encompassed both personal and professional achievements that left a lasting impact on those who knew him.

An alumnus of WB Ray High School in Corpus Christi, Kenneth was known for his...

Harley Anton Riebschleager

Harley Anton Riebschleager

Sep 13, 2024

Harley Anton Riebschleager, born on September 12, 1937, in Edroy, Texas, embarked on his final journey on September 13, 2024. He was a man of steadfast dedication, unfaltering hard work, and unwavering love for his family.

In the early years of his life, Harley owned a salvage yard named Central Auto Parts, laying the foundation for a career marked by industriousness...

Patrick Daniel Byerly

Patrick Daniel Byerly

Sep 12, 2024

Patrick “Daniel” Byerly, a beloved member of his community, passed away peacefully on September 12, 2024, at the age of 76. Born on September 26, 1947, Dan was a devoted father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who touched many lives with his kindness and generosity.

A devout Catholic, Dan was deeply involved in his church, where he found great joy and purpose in...

Dr. Glenn Preston McCarty, Jr.

Dr. Glenn Preston McCarty, Jr.

Sep 11, 2024

Dr. Glenn Preston McCarty Jr., 80, of Corpus Christi, Texas, died peacefully September 11, 2024 at 3:03pm. His family was at his side.

Born November 19, 1943, to Glenn Preston, Sr.,and Margaret McCarty, in Greenville, South Carolina, Glenn was raised in Dallas, Texas. He had a very proper upbringing and his parents were filled with loving kindness, as was he. After...

Billie Louise McLendon

Billie Louise McLendon

Aug 27, 2024

Billie Louise McLendon, 91, of Corpus Christi, Texas, passed away on August 27, 2024, with her loving family by her side. 

The oldest of eight children, Billie was born on September 5, 1932, to Willie and Annie Gerloff in Blanco Texas. After graduating from Corpus Christi High School with the class of 1950, she married Billy “Bill” Jeff McLendon on August...

Danny Robert Alexander

Danny Robert Alexander

Aug 26, 2024

Danny Robert Alexander, (73), of Corpus Christi, Texas, passed away on August 26, 2024, with his family by his side.

Son of E.M. “Dude” Alexander and Mary Frances Jones, he was born on August 12, 1951, in Carrizo Springs, Texas. He graduated from Roy Miller High School in 1969, where he excelled in many sports such as football and baseball. One...

Kenneth L. Talley

Kenneth L. Talley

Aug 26, 2024

Kenneth “Ken” Talley, 70, passed away peacefully to be with his Lord Jesus Christ on Monday, August 26. Kenneth was born July 13, 1954 in Bastrop, Louisiana to Malvin and Audrey Faye Talley. Moving from Louisiana to Texas, he grew up in Waco and graduated from Midway High School where he played football and was active in FCA and speech/drama.

After...

Hugo Springer Knoblauch, Jr.

Hugo Springer Knoblauch, Jr.

Aug 24, 2024

Hugo Springer Knoblauch Jr passed away on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at the age of 90 years. He was born to Dessie and Hugo Knoblauch Sr on November 27, 1933. 

He graduated from Miller High School. He met Barbara (Dusty) Ricker in 8th grade and they married February 6, 1954. Soon after marrying he served in the Army, and spent time...

James "Jim" McCain

James "Jim" McCain

Aug 24, 2024

James "Jim" McCain, 89, went to be with his Lord and Savior on August 24, 2024. Jim was born August 6, 1935 in Banquete, Texas. Jim was an active volunteer with the Nueces County Junior Livestock Show and Sale for his entire adult life. He enjoyed working with the youth of Nueces County. He was also involved for several years...

Leon Oebel

Leon Oebel

Aug 22, 2024

Leon Carroll Oebel, 84, of Robstown, Texas passed away on August 22, 2024, after a wonderful and fulfilling life. He was born in San Antonio to Cleo Johnny Oebel and Lugene Mary Jackson Oebel on March 30, 1940. Leon was the oldest of 5 children, his siblings were Frank Oebel and Darrell Oebel who along with their parents preceded him...

Sue Ann Adickes

Sue Ann Adickes

Aug 21, 2024

Sue Ann Adickes, 76, passed away on August 21,2024, after a short illness, Sue was born on March 28, 1948, in Robstown, Texas, to Wesley and Mildred (Pairett) Taylor, her family lived in the Banquete area and she graduated from Banquete High School. She worked for Tennessee Gas Company for many years and lived most of her life in the...

Billy L. Redden

Billy L. Redden

Aug 19, 2024

Billy Lloyd Redden, age 75, of Robstown, Texas passed away peacefully on August 19, 2024. He was born in Nueces County, Texas to Bill Redden and Hattie Hargrove Redden. He was a lifelong member of Calallen Baptist Church. Billy will be remembered for his kind, gentle nature and his sense of humor. He always had a smile for others. 

He was...

Sue Ahrens

Sue Ahrens

Aug 19, 2024

Sue Ahrens, Our Queen, went to be with Jesus on August 19th, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. She was born to Russell & Ruth Roper in Corpus Christi, on November 7th, 1939. She is preceded in death by her parents, husbands, JB Dillahunty & Bill Ahrens, her children’s daddy, Kenneth Crow, four siblings, her son, Bobby Crow, two grandchildren...

Richard M. Johns

Richard M. Johns

Aug 18, 2024

Richard M. Johns died suddenly on August 18, 2024, at Christus Spohn - Shoreline. He is preceded in death by his Father Richard Johns, Sr., Mother Patricia Murphy and his sister Peg Johns. He is survived by his loving wife Kathryn of Corpus Christi; sons Matthew and Philip also of Corpus Christi; and his sister, Lynn Colby (Robert) of Woodbridge,...

Clarence Wayne Rach

Clarence Wayne Rach

Aug 17, 2024

Clarence Wayne Rach, 86, of Robstown, Texas, passed away on August 17, 2024. He was born in Orange, Texas, on May 2, 1938, to Gilbert Herman and Lois Marie Rach. After making a profession of faith, he was baptized at the age of ten. Wayne attended high school in Freer, Texas, where he ran track, played football, and graduated in...

Floyd W. Baker

Floyd W. Baker

Aug 14, 2024

Floyd W. Baker 91 years old went to be with the Lord on August 14th 2024 at Christus Sphon Shoreline Hospital in Corpus Christi Tx, born 07/03/1933 in St. Joe Arkansas to Thomas Baker & Lillie Baker (Brown).

Floyd had a very full life that included 21yrs serving in USAF (Korea & Vietnam), Playing his guitar in many bands, 2 College...

Gary Wayne French

Gary Wayne French

Aug 14, 2024

Gary Wayne French of Corpus Christi, Texas passed away August 14 surrounded by family. He was the oldest of six and was raised on a farm outside Portland, Texas, where the French kids had many fun adventures over the years.

He was preceded in death by his children, Gary Wayne French, Jr. and Erin Kay French. He was also preceded by...

Carol Repka Klepac

Carol Repka Klepac

Aug 12, 2024

Carol Repka Klepac, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister and friend, passed away August 12, 2024 at the age of 69. She lived a life rich in faith, family, and love, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and compassion that will be cherished forever.

Carol was born on May 12, 1955, to Ervin Repka, Sr. and Nita Repka in Robstown, Texas....

Elida Ceballos

Elida Ceballos

Aug 11, 2024

Elida Ramirez Ceballos, born on October 5, 1942, in the warmth of her parents' home in Corpus Christi, Texas, passed away, leaving behind a legacy of faith, family, and service. A graduate of Calallen High School, Elida dedicated her life to her family and her deep devotion to the Church of St. Mary's Mission in Calallen.For 75 years, Elida was...