Obituaries
George Riekers
Mar 22, 2025
George Riekers 3rd George passed away on March 22, 2025. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y. on June 19, 1943 to George & Evelyn Riekers Jr. He grew up in Springfield Gardens, Queens, N.Y. and attended P.S. 37, Junior High 59 and Andrew Jackson High School. He was a Boy Scout and sang in the Youth Choir at the First Presbyterian Church....
Elizabeth Moers
Mar 20, 2025
Spring came early when Elizabeth Cornelia Jones Moers was born in Spokane, Washington on March 20, 1937, to Dr. Archie Neff Jones and Rosalie Cartier Jones. “Betsy” came into this world one day before the official start of Spring that year and she continued to personify the very essence of springtime for the next 88 years.
Betsy grew up the middle...
Patricia "Tina" Buenano
Mar 20, 2025
Patricia “Tina” Buenaño
October 31, 1939 - March 20, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce that our beautiful Tina has been called to our Lord in Heaven in the morning hours of Thursday, March 20, 2025.
Throughout her life, Tina was happiest being surrounded by as much family as possible. It was only fitting that on her passing, the beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother,...
Severo Martinez Jr.
Mar 18, 2025
Severo “Shorty” Martinez was born November 17, 1935 in Lagarto, TX to Severo Martinez Sr & Refugia Martinez. Shorty was raised in Mathis, TX and eventually called Rockport home.Shorty was an extremely hard worker. He started from a young age working in the fields picking cotton to help support his family, to working as a Plumber along side his brother...
Kazar Shooshan
Mar 15, 2025
Kazar Richard "Dick" Shooshan lived a full life starting in Somerville, Massachusetts on September 22, 1935 and ending on Saturday, March 15, 2025. Dick spent his childhood in Onset, Massachusetts and graduated from Wareham High School He went on to receive a Bachelor Degree in Accounting from Bentley University, which led to a career as a Controller for varied companies...
Jesusa Garcia Hernandez
Mar 14, 2025
Jesusa Garcia Hernandez, 78, passed away on March 14, 2025, in Gregory, Texas. She was born on March 11, 1946, in Kingsville, Texas.
Jesusa dedicated much of her career to serving others as a cafeteria clerk at Taft Hospital and Austin Elementary in Gregory. Through her work, she connected with many people in the community and took pride in her role.
She...
Joe G. Barrera, Sr.
Mar 14, 2025
Joe G. Barrera Sr.
03/06/1938 – 03/14/2025
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Joe G. Barrera, Sr., who left this world peacefully on March 14, 2025, at the age of 87. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, Joe’s life was a testament to love, faith, and generosity.
With a heart as strong as the metal he welded,...
Richard Dale Cole
Mar 14, 2025
Richard Dale Cole passed away March 14, 2025. He was 73 years old. He was born December 24, 1951 in Rockport, Texas to Winfred and Evelyn Cole.
Richard worked for many years in Port Aransas doing maintenance for local condominiums.
Richard was a great baseball player, enjoyed playing darts, and hunting.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his...
Treva Jean Edwardson
Mar 14, 2025
Mrs. Treva Jean Edwardson (Jeanie) went peacefully from the arms of her daughters to the arms of her trusted Savior on March 14th 2025. She had been anticipating the happy reunion with her husband and son and we rejoice with her. Treva was born on April 13th 1944 in Syracuse KS to Ike and Fanny Hartshorn.
She loved the Lord with...
Paul Thomas Gerhard
Mar 11, 2025
Paul Thomas Gerhard passed away on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, in Rockport, Texas.
He was born in Summit, New Jersey, on June 4, 1955, the son of John T. Gerhard and Alice Miller Gerhard, who preceded him in death
Paul grew up in La Grange Park, Illinois, where he attended St. Joseph High School and Illinois State University.
In 1988, Paul moved to...
Rodney Hill
Mar 10, 2025
It is with profound sorrow and yet deep gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Rodney W. Hill, a cherished brother, friend, and devoted husband. Rodney was born on August 14, 1962, in San Antonio, Texas, and entered eternal rest on March 10, 2025, in Aransas Pass, Texas.
Rodney's life was a testament to kindness and acceptance....
Bill Bridger, Jr.
Mar 9, 2025
Billie Joe Bridger, Jr., 63, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, March 9, 2025. Bill was born to his parents, Pat and Bill Bridger, on April 8, 1961, in Corpus Christi, Tx. He was the first of three children in a family that had deep roots in the Coastal Bend.
At a very young age, Bill developed a love for fishing. He...
Adam Blake Diamond
Mar 8, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Adam Blake Diamond, a beloved son, father, and cherished friend, who departed this life on March 8, 2025, at the age of 43. Born in Agana Heights, Guam, Adam brought joy and warmth to everyone he met during his time in Corpus Christi, Texas. He leaves behind his beloved son, Anthony Diamond,...
Robert Pattillo Higgins
Mar 8, 2025
Robert Pattillo Higgins, 80, of Rockport, TX, passed away on March 8, 2025 from respiratory failure.
Robert was born on January 19, 1945 in San Antonio, TX to the late Pattillo Jr. and Evelyn Higgins. He was preceded in death by parents and sister, Patricia Higgins-Read. Robert is survived by his wife of 50 years, Florence Higgins, his children Pattillo Higgins...
Mary Clare Johnson
Mar 7, 2025
MARY CLARE OSBORN JOHNSON, 86, PASSED AWAY PEACEFULLY ON FRIDAY, MARCH 7, 2025, AT THE HARBOR HOSPICE IN PORTLAND, TEXAS.
SHE WAS BORN ON THE FIRST DAY OF FEBRUARY 1939, IN SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS, THE DAUGHTER OF THE LATE PHILIP GILES OSBORN AND ESTELLE OSBORN.
MARY CLARE WAS PRECEDED IN DEATH BY HER HUSBAND OF FIFTY-TWO YEARS ROBERT “BOB” JOHNSON OF HAMILTON,...
Lawrence "Red" W. Barker
Mar 3, 2025
Lawrence “Red” W. Barker, 101, of Aransas Pass, Texas, passed away peacefully on March 3rd, 2025.
He was born on October 20th, 1923, to Robert L. and Millie M. Barker in Tivoli, Texas. He was the oldest of four children.
Red attended Aransas Pass High School and joined the United States Marine Corp in June 1943. He proudly served in World War...
Gertrude Irene "Trudy" Wilson
Feb 28, 2025
On February 28th at 11:02 a.m. Gertrude “Trudy” Irene L. Wilson’s family lovingly witnessed the completion of her earthly journey as she was reunited with her Lord and Savior in perfect healing.
“Trudy” was born in Washington, D.C. under the Holy Union of Paul Wesley Ligon Sr. and Susan Mamie Ligon (Howard), who both preceded her in death.
Trudy was blessed by...
Stephen Patrick Akin
Feb 26, 2025
Stephen Patrick Akin, 73, of Rockport, TX, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2025 in Rockport, TX. Stephen was born in Pittsfield, Illinois to John and Kathleen Akin(Carmine) on July 15, 1951. Stephen and his family moved to Rockport in 1966. He worked as an Interior Designer for the majority of his career; both as an independent and with various...
Lydia Potorenski
Feb 26, 2025
Lydia Francis Potorenski, age 87, of Ingleside TX, passed away peacefully to her favorite song surrounded by her loving family. She joined Thomas Potorenski, her loving husband of 56 years in Heaven. Born January 28, 1938, in San Diego, TX to Pedro Villarreal and Mercedes Serna.
Lydia is survived by and will be deeply missed by her five children, Faustino Villareal...
Maxine Gray
Feb 26, 2025
Maxine Gray, 84, of Ingleside, Texas passed away February 26, 2025. She was born in Woodsboro, Texas on August 30, 1940 to Jake and Jim Catchings.
Maxine married Bobby Don Gray, the love of her life, on June 25, 1960 a day before he turned 25. Theirs was a love that endured even after Bobby passed in 2020. She spoke of...
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