Obituaries
Lesle Boyd Cox Jr
Dec 26, 2024
Lesle “Les” Boyd Cox, Jr. died on December 26, 2024.
Lesle was born in Corpus Christi, Texas on September 28, 1944 to Juanita Irene (Smith) Cox and Lesle Boyd Cox, Sr., who preceded him in death.
Les attended North Beach Elementary School, Tuloso-Midway School, and Del Mar College. He served as a hospital cook at Vandenburg Air Force Base in California and...
Cynthia Garcia Silva
Dec 26, 2024
Cynthia Garcia Silva, 55, of Kingsville, Texas passed away December 26, 2024. She was born in Kingsville, Texas on August 22, 1969. Cynthia graduated from H.M. King High School and received Bachelor of Education from Texas A & I. Cynthia had a career in teaching for Welder Elementary. She retired December 31, 2024.
Cynthia was a member of Las Guadalupanas, Alter...
Rose Mary Valdez
Dec 25, 2024
Rose Mary Valdez, born on January 2, 1972, she graced this world with her warmth and vibrant spirit until her untimely departure on December 25, 2024. A devoted mother and cherished wife, Rose was a beacon of light in the lives of many, most notably as an adoring spouse to Nathan Valdez. Their love, woven through the fabric of family...
Kevin Keith Tyler
Dec 18, 2024
Kevin Keith Tyler, 61, of Robstown Texas, passed away on December 18, 2024. He was born in San Angelo, Texas on February 21, 1963 to Olin Keith Tyler and Anne (McCulloch) Tyler. He attended high school in McAllen, Texas.
Kevin had a passion for God's word, riding his BMW motorcycle, scuba diving, helicopters, and all types of aircraft. He was a...
Michael David Martin
Dec 17, 2024
This time of year is a time for FAMILY.
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, and grandfather, Mike Martin. He bravely served in the US military for 24 yrs, retiring as a Lt Col.
Mike was a devoted husband to his loving and supportive wife, Kathleen Martin. Together, they raised three wonderful children,...
William Sean Burkhardt
Dec 16, 2024
William (Bill) Burkhardt, 64, of Corpus Christi passed away on December 15, 2024. He was born in Austin, TX on February 9, 1960. He was baptized in February 1960 and confirmed in the Church of the Lutheran Confession in May 1974. He graduated from Tuloso-Midway High School in 1978 and after serving in the Army, graduated from the University of...
Edward Wayne Sanders
Dec 15, 2024
Edward Wayne Sanders, 91, beloved Son, Husband, Father, Father-in-law and Grandfather, was called to his eternal resting place on December 15, 2024. He entered this world on January 10, 1933 in Houston, TX born to Walter and Lela Sanders. He is preceded in death by his parents Lela and Walter, a wife Annette and son David. He is survived by...
June West Martin
Dec 13, 2024
June (West) Martin age 89 of Riviera, Texas passed away on Friday, December 13, 2024. She was born February 23, 1935, in Kingsville, Texas to Nedra Naylor West and Frank West.
In 1951, at the age of 16, June graduated as the Salutatorian of her class from Riviera High School. She was very proud that she had skipped two grades. Throughout...
Kevin Nicholas Rodriguez
Dec 10, 2024
Kevin Nicholas Rodriguez, age 32, of Corpus Christi Texas, passed away on Tuesday December 10, 2024. He was born to Leo & Monica Rodriguez on May 28th, 1992 and graduated from Calallen High School.
Kevin was deeply loved by his friends and family, he made friends everywhere he went, he was creative, fun loving and ready for new adventures. His dreams...
Bellami Ann Villarreal
Dec 7, 2024
Bellami Ann Villarreal, graced this world with her presence from October 17, 2024, until her departure on December 7, 2024. Though her time with us was heartbreakingly brief, Bellami’s spirit touched the lives of all who knew her.
Born in Corpus Christi, Texas, Bellami was a precious baby girl, a sweet soul of potential and love. She was welcomed into the...
Wanda Lea Hoelscher
Dec 7, 2024
Wanda Lea Dippel Hoelscher of Kingsville died Saturday December 7, 2024 in Corpus Christ, TX.
Wanda was born to John D and Sophie Weiting Dippel in Bonnie View, Texas on July 29, 1938. Wanda was a graduate of Woodsboro High School where she was a top athlete playing both basketball and volleyball. A gift which she passed down to her children...
Elaine Ruth Laing
Dec 6, 2024
Elaine Knutson Laing was born to Obin and Mabel Knutson in Thief-River Falls, Minnesota on January 25, 1940. She passed away with loved ones by her side on Friday, December 6, 2024.
Elaine met her husband Jesse in Pharr, Texas and they were married on February 14, 1960. With marriage, Elaine automatically became mom to Jesse W. (Bill), Nita, and bonus...
Kimberly Harmon
Nov 28, 2024
Kimberly Rose Harmon, 57, of Houston, Texas, passed away on November 28, 2024. Born on February 16, 1967, to Herbert and Edythe Young, she is now reunited with them in Heaven. Kimberly’s passing leaves a profound heartache for all who knew and loved her, but her memory will live on in countless cherished moments.
Known for her vibrant laughter and joy,...
Earleen E. Cooper
Nov 27, 2024
Earleen Elizabeth Cooper, 92, passed away on November 27, 2024 at her home in Corpus Christi, TX.
Earleen was born in Bay Shore town of Islip, New York on Long Island on January 13, 1932 to parents Frederick Earle Tiller and Hannah Elizabeth Southard.
After graduating from high school, Earleen entered the United States Air Force. Upon completion of basic and other...
Desiree Delaine Newkirk
Nov 21, 2024
Desiree Delaine Newkirk passed away on November 21, 2024, at the age of 34. Born on February 1, 1990, in Corpus Christi, Texas, she was the cherished daughter of Carla Newkirk and George Mendez.
Desiree was preceded in death by her grandparents, Marion Fred Newkirk and George and Lucia Mendez II.
She leaves behind her three beloved children, Jessica, Aurelia, and Logan,...
Mary Lou Payne-Boyd
Nov 21, 2024
Mary Lou Payne Boyd, 93, born in Weleetka, Oklahoma October 17, 1932, entered the presence of Jesus Christ on November 21, 2024, from Corpus Christi, Texas. Mary Lou was the last of her immediate family to pass away, which consisted of 5 siblings and parents. Mary Lou was preceded in death by her first husband Ray Payne of Weleetka, Oklahoma,...
Cruz Hernandez Paiz Sr.
Nov 21, 2024
Cruz Hernandez Paiz Sr was born on July 13, 1941 in Mathis, Texas. Cruz grew up closely with both of his brothers David and Elias Paiz. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Victoria G Paiz, whom he spent all his time with. One of their favorite past times was playing bingo and dancing together.
He is survived by...
Johnie Dee Irwin
Nov 20, 2024
Johnie Dee Irwin, a proud product of Ingleside, Texas, passed away in the early hours of November 20, 2024. A lifelong fan of all things motorsports, but with a particular love for Corvettes and Formula One racing, he undoubtedly announced an unconventional entrance through the pearly gates with the revving of a 1969 Corvette Stingray and Jan and Dean’s “Surf...
June Farr Sullivan
Nov 18, 2024
June Farr Sullivan, age 90, died peacefully, surrounded by her family on November 18, 2024. June was born on June 20, 1934, to John & Sarah Farr, in San Augustine, Texas. She was one of 11 children. June retired from the State of Texas Comptrollers office where she worked for many years.
June was married for 34 years to Charles Sullivan, with...
Thelma Jean Hrncir
Nov 14, 2024
Thelma Jean Hrncir, age 92, died peacefully on November 14, 2024, with her family at her side. Thelma was a believer in Christ and a devoted daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and piano teacher. She was also a district seven director in the S.P.J.S.T. fraternal life insurance company for 12 years.
Thelma was born in Robstown, Texas on December 7, 1931 to...



