Kingsville, Texas Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Kingsville, Texas & Surrounding Areas
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Norman Oliver
Jul 12, 2023
Norman Sherman Oliver passed away peacefully on July 12, 2023, at the age of 88. He was born August 18, 1934, in Pittstown, New York, to parents Augustus and Charlotte Oliver.
He joined the Navy in 1952 at the age of 17 which brought him to Corpus Christi, Texas. In 1955, he was honorably discharged from the Navy and...
Delfino Cruz Jr.
Jul 12, 2023
Delfino Cruz Jr., 72, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones and went to be with the Lord on July 12, 2023. He was born in Bishop, Texas, on July 22, 1950.
Delfino, who got his strength from the Lord, will be remembered for his kind heart, patience, compassion, generosity, and integrity. He was devoted to and cared deeply for his family. He...
Cruz Serna Olivarez, Jr.
Jul 7, 2023
Cruz Serna Olivarez, Jr., a loyal employee who worked for VT Collins for over 45 years, has sadly passed away on July 7, 2023. Born on July 15, 1941, in his beloved hometown of Kingsville, Texas, Cruz was a kind and friendly person who touched the lives of many. Throughout his life, Cruz found joy in various aspects. He...
Dr. David Rolf Cecil
Jul 5, 2023
Dr. David Rolf Cecil, a beloved retired Professor of Mathematics and Assistant Dean of Arts & Sciences at Texas A&M University-Kingsville, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, July 5, 2023, at the age of 87. Dr. Cecil's enduring legacy in the world of academia and his contributions to his community will forever be cherished.Born on July 12, 1935, in Tulsa,...
Jack Westly Young
Jul 3, 2023
Jack Westly Young, who was affectionately known as "Traveling Jack," passed away on July 3, 2023, at the age of 74 in Kingsville, Texas. Born on December 14, 1948, in Jacksonville, Florida, Jack lived a remarkable life filled with adventures and cherished memories. He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. His time in the...
David Torres
Jul 2, 2023
David Torres, 80, passed on July 2, 2023, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in Riviera on October 3, 1942, to Juan and Edubijes Torres.
David was a hardworking man who was always around to lend a helping hand. He was a Del Mar graduate and eventually became a professor at Del Mar for the last 15...
Mario A. Delgado
Jul 2, 2023
The Delgado Family and the Community of Kingsville lost an icon. Mario Alaniz Delgado, former KISD educator, Kleberg County Justice of the Peace, and retired Senior Chief Petty Officer, passed away peacefully, at the age of 92 on July 2, 2023, with his family at his side.
Mario raised five children and touched the lives of thousands more through...
Raymond Garcia III
Jun 30, 2023
Raymond Garcia III, a life-long resident of Kingsville, Texas passed unexpectedly on June 30, 2023, at the age of 43. His death has left an emptiness in our hearts.
Raymond was born in Kingsville on November 26, 1979. As a high school student, he was involved in the school band and was an accomplished oboist. He performed abroad with an orchestra which began his love for...
Justin Joe Sawyer
Jun 30, 2023
Justin Joe Sawyer, age 38, went to be with Our Lord on June 30, 2023. He was born in Corpus Christi on December 22, 1984, to David L. Sawyer and Maria Eva Sawyer.
He was raised in Kingsville and continued his education until he began working as a certified operator in the oilfields. He enjoyed playing the bass guitar and...
Karen Sue Bradley
Jun 28, 2023
Karen Sue Bradley, 73, of Kingsville, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, June 28, 2023. She was born November 28, 1949, to Lyle and Elaine Rose in Drayton Plains, Michigan. Sue enjoyed over 50 years being a teacher, school administrator, and university professor. Her education included two degrees from Michigan State University and her doctorate from Texas A&M University.
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Alfredo A. Hignojos
Jun 26, 2023
Alfredo A. Hignojos was called to his eternal rest on June 26th, 2023, at the age of 80. He was born to Angel and Leonor Hignojos on August 1, 1942, in Barstow, Texas; and was the youngest of 11 children. Alfredo married the love of his life Rosa, on March 11, 1964, and lived happily for 59 years.
He was...
Lindell Scott Carson
Jun 21, 2023
Lindell Scott Carson of Spring, TX, went to be with the Lord June 21, 2023 surrounded by family following a stage 4 lung cancer diagnosis. He was born February 19, 1958 in Kingsville, TX, the son of the late Shirley Treybig Miller and Samuel Edward Carson. He was the youngest of the siblings, with two older brothers and two...
Barbara Ann Dietz
Jun 20, 2023
In loving memory of the lovely Barbara Ann Dietz, aged 87, who graced this world with her presence in Riviera, Texas. On this day, June 20, 2023, our hearts are heavy as we bid farewell to a remarkable soul. Barbara was born on March 2, 1936, a day that marked the arrival of an extraordinary being, born to the blessed...
Maria F. Hernandez
Jun 18, 2023
Maria F. Hernandez passed away on June 18, 2023, leaving behind a lifetime of memories and love. Her passing has left a void in the hearts of her family and friends that will never be filled. Born in 1938, Maria lived a long and fulfilling life surrounded by family and love. She was adored by all who knew her for...
Rolando "Rolie" B. Quiñones
Jun 16, 2023
Rolando “Rolie” B. Quiñones, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, cousin, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on Friday, June 16th, 2023. He was born in Kingsville, Texas on May 9th, 1951, to Geronimo and Leonor Quiñones.
Rolie enjoyed life to the fullest. He created so many family traditions, his most loved traditions...
Yolanda De La Paz
Jun 14, 2023
Yolanda De La Paz, a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend passed away on June 14, 2023. She was born on January 26, 1944, and left this world leaving behind memories cherished by all who knew her. She was a devout woman of faith; her unwavering strength in her beliefs carried her through the ups and downs of life. Yolanda found...
Nelda Fay Durbin Dunn
Jun 13, 2023
Nelda Fay Durbin Dunn born July 21, 1935, to Francis Lee Durbin and Bertha Garner Durbin passed away June 13, 2023, at the age of 87. She is preceded in death by her husband Kenneth Dunn and two sons Kenneth Dunn II and Alan Dunn and her son in law Ron Bowen. Nelda is survived by one son James (Delia)...
Myra "T" English
Jun 7, 2023
Myra “T” English passed away peacefully in Eagle Lake, TX on June 7, 2023.
She was born in Eagle Lake, Texas on January 13, 1925, to William and Zeta Sunderman Waddell, the youngest of six children.
After graduating from Eagle Lake High School in 1943, she attended Texas A&I in 1947 where she was a member of the band and...
Daniel 'Mike' Saldaña
Jun 6, 2023
Daniel ‘Mike’ Saldaña, passed away surrounded by his loved ones after a battle with multiple sclerosis on June 6, 2023, at the age of 44. He was born on August 19, 1978 in Kingsville, Tx to Daniel Saldaña and Elma Zamora. Daniel was a huge wrestling fan; he would light up when reliving his trips to WrestleMania and had a...
Jesse R. Leyba
Jun 5, 2023
Jesse R. Leyba, a beloved husband, father, son, brother, and educator has gone to be with our Lord and Savior.
Jesse was a kind and loving man that enjoyed teaching his children in the span of his 20-year teaching career.
Jesse was a great musician whose family, friends, students, and co-workers meant the world to him.
There is no doubt...



