Obituaries

Herlinda H. Zavala

Herlinda H. Zavala

Apr 12, 2025

Herlinda H. Zavala of Rockport, Texas passed away at the age of 91.

She is preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Juan C. Zavala, parents Victor and Katarina M. Hernandez, siblings Julia, Bernabe and Miguel Hernandez, grandson Erick Montemayor and great granddaughter Adalae Montemayor.

She is survived by her daughter Julie Cisneros, sons Ben Montemayor, Hector Montemayor, Rudy Zavala...

Maria Alicia Garcia

Maria Alicia Garcia

Apr 12, 2025

Maria Alicia Garcia “May” Age 84, Passed in Corpus Christi, Texas on Saturday, April 12, 2025. Maria was born in Gregory, Texas on September 1, 1940. She was the daughter of Pablo and Aurora Del Toro.

 She is preceded in death by her parents, and brother: Adolpho Del Toro. Maria married Jeronimo Bazan Garcia on October 24, 1961. They were blessed...

Hildegard Kaigler

Hildegard Kaigler

Apr 11, 2025

Hildegard Kaigler passed away Friday, April 11, 2025. She was 99 years old. She was born October 11, 2025 in Salzburg, Austria to Anton and Josephine Demmelmayer. After her schooling, she was involved in a 2 year work program on different farms, later she worked for a family, he was an American Officer and she was a British Canadian thru...

Betty Jane Clark

Betty Jane Clark

Apr 10, 2025

Betty Jane Clark passed away at her home in Rockport, Texas on April 10, 2025. She was 94 years old. She was born May 18, 1930 in Big Springs, Nebraska to Clarence and Cecile Jones.

Betty has been a member of the First Assembly of God Church in Rockport for over 64 years. She had a passion for crocheting, studying the...

Christine Mary Pavlas

Christine Mary Pavlas

Apr 8, 2025

Christine Mary Rut Carroll Pavlas, age 86, of Rockport, Texas, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2025. She was born on June 11, 1938, in Marlin, Texas, to John and Mary Rut.

Christine was a loving and devoted mother to her four children: Lisa Schroeder of Yoakum, Texas; Donald Carroll (Susie) of Ingleside, Texas; Donna Berkovsky (Keith Adler) of Rockport, Texas;...

Sharon Beth Cobb

Sharon Beth Cobb

Apr 7, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Sharon Cobb, age 74, who left us on April 7, 2025, in Aransas Pass, Texas. Sharon was born on September 2, 1950 in Sinton, Texas to Harold and Roberta Wallek Walker. She was a cherished mother, grandmother, aunt and friend to many. Sharon loved the Lord and enjoyed serving...

Ramon M. Villareal

Ramon M. Villareal

Apr 6, 2025

It is with heavy hearts and deepest sorrow that we announce Ramon Martinez Villareal of Aransas Pass, Texas passed peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at age 76.

Ramon was the second of seven children born to Rebecca and Ysidro Villareal, Sr. on May 16, 1948, in Aransas Pass, Texas.

As a young adult, Ramon joined the...

Linda Roby

Linda Roby

Apr 6, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Linda Roby, who left us on April 6, 2025, in Houston, Texas. Born on August 13, 1941 in Ingleside. Linda lived a life full of love, kindness, and warmth. She was a cherished mother, grandmother, and friend to many.

Linda's devotion to her family was unwavering, and her presence will...

Juan G. Pina

Juan G. Pina

Apr 5, 2025

Juan G. Piña passed away on Saturday night, April 5, 2025, at the age of 94 years, at his home in Rockport, Texas after a long, prosperous, and well-lived life. Juan was born on December 27, 1930, in Kennedy, Texas to Bacilio and Cecilia Piña who both preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his four...

DeAnna Jean Mitchell

DeAnna Jean Mitchell

Apr 5, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of DeAnna Jean Mitchell, cherished daughter, mother, and grandmother, who left this world on April 5, 2025, at the age of 64. Born on February 19, 1961, in Aransas Pass, Texas, DeAnna was a radiant spirit who embodied compassion, nurturing not only her children but all those fortunate enough to know her.

DeAnna's love...

Bonnie Prouty

Bonnie Prouty

Apr 4, 2025

Bonnie Lou Prouty, age 90, passed away peacefully on April 4, 2025, in Corpus Christi, Texas. A devoted artist, educator, and spiritual seeker, Bonnie lived a life rich in creativity, faith, and love. Bonnie was born on November 14, 1934, in Adrian, Michigan. She graduated from Adrian High School before pursuing higher education at Sienna Heights School in Adrian. Her...

Don Guion

Don Guion

Apr 2, 2025

At the age of 90 years old Donald “Don” Guion went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on April 2, 2025. He was born August 7, 1934 to his loving parents Edith Mae Barter and Willie Ross Guion. He grew up fishing the banks of the Gulf of America from Brownsville to Rockport. At 6’2 he quickly...

Samuel Dodson

Samuel Dodson

Apr 2, 2025

Samuel Ervin Dodson, 78, Born on August 12, 1946 in West Point, Mississippi, passed away peacefully in the early morning of Wednesday, April 2, 2025 in Portland, Texas, leaving behind a legacy as charismatic and unforgettable as he was.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Samuel Woody Dodson and Dorothy Ann Dodson. 

He is survived by his two brothers, William...

Jacqueline Johnston

Jacqueline Johnston

Mar 30, 2025

Jacqueline Ruth "Johnston" Johnston, 89, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2025, in Rockport, Texas. Born on February 14, 1936, in Corpus Christi, Texas, Jacqueline lived a vibrant and impactful life marked by creativity, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit. Known affectionately as Jackie, she was a trailblazer in business and a dynamic presence in every community she touched. Over the years,...

Peggy Gene Flesher

Peggy Gene Flesher

Mar 30, 2025

Peggy Gene Flesher, passed away Sunday, March 30th in Rockport, Texas. She is now reunited with her family at the feet of Christ.

Peggy was born in Edinburg, Texas on January 28, 1932, to Bransford and Zenobia McDonald. In 1950 she married Robert William Flesher. Together they worked and enjoyed traveling the world, having lived overseas for twenty-four years. After retirement...

Donald Earl Mannor

Donald Earl Mannor

Mar 29, 2025

Donald Earl Mannor, 85, of Interlochen, passed from this life on March 29, 2025, at Harbor Hospice House, Portland, Texas while surrounded by his family. He was born Feb. 10, 1940, in Buckley, the son of Francis Edwin and Lucille (Skellett) Mannor of Buckley.

Don was raised on the family farm and was the third child of seven. On Oct. 31,...

Alfredo "Fred" T Gonzales Jr.

Alfredo "Fred" T Gonzales Jr.

Mar 25, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Alfredo T. Gonzales, who left to be with his Lord on March 25, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on November 24, 1941.

Residing in Rockport, Texas, Alfredo touched the lives of many through his genuine spirit and compassionate nature. He will be remembered not only as a cherished...

Anita Garcia Pena

Anita Garcia Pena

Mar 22, 2025

**Obituary for Anita Garcia Pena** 

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Anita Garcia Pena, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and cherished friend. Born on February 4, 1955, Anita departed this world on March 22, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and joy in Gregory, Texas, where she spent her treasured years.

 Anita will be lovingly...

George Riekers

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

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...