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Kingsville, Texas Obituaries

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Cornelia "Connie" Gizella DeKoch

Cornelia "Connie" Gizella DeKoch

Aug 14, 2024

Connie DeKoch passed away peacefully on Wednesday, august 14th, at the age of 101. Connie was born in Detroit, Michigan to Stephen and Julianna Hoffman. Connie and siblings (four sisters and two brothers) were first generation Americans.

Connie was preceded in death by her beloved husband F.J. DeKoch and her beautiful grand-daughter, Whitley Lowry.

Connie was devoted to her family and her...

Yong Soon Demps

Yong Soon Demps

Aug 13, 2024

Yong Soon Demps was born as Yong Soon Oh on the lunar calendar 11th day of the second month in year 1929. Her birthplace was Chung Cheong Nam Do, South Korea. She passed away peacefully on August 13, 2024, at the age of 95 in Riviera, Texas, surrounded by her loved ones. 

Having experienced the Japanese occupation and Korean War, Mrs....

A. Sidney "Sid" Kahla

A. Sidney "Sid" Kahla

Aug 13, 2024

A. Sidney “Sid” Kahla, a cherished member of the South Texas community, passed away on August 13, 2024, at the age of 87. Born on November 27, 1936, in Galveston, Texas, Sid grew into a remarkable individual whose dedication to his craft and community left an indelible mark on all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

Sid was a proud...

Amado De la Paz, Jr.

Amado De la Paz, Jr.

Aug 7, 2024

Mr. Amado De la Paz, Jr. of Kingsville, Texas, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2024, at the age of 75. He was born on November 20, 1948, in Kingsville, a town that he called home throughout his life.

Amado was a self-employed painter by trade, dedicated to his craft and the beauty he created through his work. His artistic talents...

Billie Gene Rives

Billie Gene Rives

Aug 6, 2024

Billie Gene Rives, a devoted daughter, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, sister, and friend passed away on August 6th at the age of 97. She and her twin brother were born September 14, 1926 in Cleburne, Texas to Van and Emma Martin. She was a long time member of the First United Methodist Church in Kingsville and the West Shore Baptist...

Benito G Guerra

Benito G Guerra

Aug 5, 2024

Benito "Benny" Guerra passed away on August 5, 2024 after a year-long battle with bladder cancer at the age of 71. Benny will be remembered as a kind, gentle-hearted soul who loved his family and community with all his heart.

Benny was born and raised in Kingsville, Texas as the second youngest of seven children. In his younger years, he worked...

Narciso Rafael Murillo

Narciso Rafael Murillo

Aug 2, 2024

Narciso Rafael Murillo passed away peacefully on August 2, 2024, at the age of 73, a beloved brother, uncle, and friend; best known as Ralph, he made San Antonio Tx his home. 

He was a businessman and proud owner of MAC Auto-parts for over 40 years, known for his hard work and dedication to his customers. Ralph was a member of...

Betty Smith

Betty Smith

Jul 29, 2024

Betty Jean Smith, a beacon of joy and laughter, passed away unexpectedly on July 29, 2024, at the age of 69. Known for her infectious laugh, enthusiasm and boundless love for life, Betty touched everyone she met with her warmth and genuine spirit.

Born on September 12, 1954, at the Corpus Christi Naval Air Base Hospital, to Ninfa Quiñones Smith and...

Gerardo Caballero

Gerardo Caballero

Jul 21, 2024

Gerardo "Lalo" Caballero, known for his unwavering dedication to his work in the oilfields, passed away on July 21, 2024, in Stanton. He was born on November 28, 1966, in Brownsville, Texas.

Throughout his life, Lalo dedicated countless hours to laboring in the oilfields, often sacrificing time with his beloved wife and children. Despite the challenges of long days and nights...

Lucila G. Ortega

Lucila G. Ortega

Jul 20, 2024

Lucila Ortega, born in Falfurrias TX, beloved wife and mother and a member of the community of Bishop, TX sadly passed on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at the age of 99. She lived a life of service and kindness, devoted to family and home.

In her years of service to the lord, she served St. James church, Bishop, TX as a...

Katherine Lynn Brown

Katherine Lynn Brown

Jul 20, 2024

Katherine Lynn Brown, known affectionately as Kathy, passed away on July 20, 2024, in Kingsville, Texas. She was a dedicated nurse who focused on long-term care and brought comfort to countless patients throughout her career. Born July 16, 1956, in Battle Creek, Michigan, Katherine's unwavering commitment to her profession and her patients will forever be remembered.

Kathy graduated from Bishop High...

Mary Joyce Pharr

Mary Joyce Pharr

Jul 19, 2024

Mary Joyce Pharr, whose warmth touched the hearts of all who knew her, passed away on July 19, 2024, in Kingsville, Texas. She was born on October 15, 1933, in Blessing, Texas.

Joyce dedicated years of her life to the University Baptist Church, where she was a nursery worker and dedicated member. She also obtained her G.E.D to set an example...

Arnell R. Harlan

Arnell R. Harlan

Jul 18, 2024

Her light will continue to shine brightly, inspiring all who had the privilege of knowing her. Arnell Vernette Harlan, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2024. She was born in Bishop, Texas, on May 4, 1934. Arnell was a woman of steadfast faith, attending church every Sunday at Saint Paul Lutheran Church, where...

Coatney McGee

Coatney McGee

Jul 17, 2024

Coatney McGee, a beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, and US Navy veteran, passed away peacefully at his home on July 17, 2024. He was surrounded by his cherished family members who brought him comfort in his final moments.

Born in Tenaha, Texas on October 24, 1937, Coatney led a fulfilling life dedicated to serving his country and nurturing relationships with those...

Ernesto B. Ybarra

Ernesto B. Ybarra

Jul 17, 2024

July 17th, 2024 the gates of heaven swung open wide to welcome Ernie. Jesus wrapped his arms around him and carried him home. 

Growing up Ernie found passion in playing sports while attending Memorial Jr. High. It was then when Ernie met his junior high sweetheart, Mary Chapa Ybarra. He played football while she was a cheerleader, the rest was history....

Roy Leon Eshom

Roy Leon Eshom

Jul 17, 2024

Roy Leon Eshom, Age 97, died on July 17, 2024. Roy was born June 18, 1927, on a farm near Mountain Grove, Missouri to George W. Eshom and Ruth Beatrice Goodell Eshom. 

He graduated from Lamar High School in Lamar Missouri in 1945. He joined the Navy right out of High School on April 6, 1945, and was called to active...

Juan Jose Cantu

Juan Jose Cantu

Jul 16, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Juan Jose (Joe) Cantu, Sr. on July 16, 2024, at the age of 72.

He was a devoted husband, beloved father, grandfather, dedicated friend, and an extraordinary individual who touched the lives of many. He had inseparable bonds with his children and will be deeply missed.

He was proud to be...

Aida Cabaza

Aida Cabaza

Jul 15, 2024

Aida Magdalena Benevides Cabaza, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend passed away July 15, 2024, at home surrounded by her loved ones in Kingsville, Texas. Aida known to many as Maggie was born on November 15, 1938, in Kingsville, Texas to Ignacio and Berta Vera Benavides.

 She is proceeded in death by her husband, Rafael Raul Cabaza Jr., her parents,...

Annabel Arredondo

Annabel Arredondo

Jul 12, 2024

Annabel Arredondo, beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away on July 12, 2024, in her hometown of Kingsville, Texas.

Born on January 3, 1955, in Kingsville, Texas, Annabel was the daughter of Apolonio and Eva Arredondo. She is survived by her siblings: Apolonia Munoz of Jourdanton, Texas, Armando (Angie) Arredondo of Ricardo, Texas, Adelfa (Darrell) DaFoe of Traverse City, Michigan,...

Rosie Lee Schroeder

Rosie Lee Schroeder

Jul 12, 2024

Rosie Lee Schroeder was greeted by Jesus as she entered her eternal home on July 12, 2024 at the age of 92. She was born in Manor, Texas and was the youngest of 7 brothers and 3 sisters. She moved to Bishop with her family in 1941. She was baptized in the Richland Community and confirmed in Bishop at St....