All Obituaries

Maria Celia Rios, 64, went to be with the Lord on November 29, 2022. She was born on March 29, 1958, in San Antonio, Texas to Marcos and Maria Chapa. She was the biological mother of two children; however, many people considered her their own mother. She was a beautiful, and kind soul. She will always be remembered for her kind heart, her love for music, and mostly her love for all that crossed her path. Maria was an exceptional wife and mother of two sons. She cared deeply for her...

Alonzo Garcia, Jr. passed away on December 2, 2022. He was born on February 25, 1938, to Alonzo Garcia, Sr., and Isabel Garcia. He worked at HEB for 25 years. He was an Avid Dallas Cowboys fan and a devoted Christian that played the accordion at the church. He was a devoted husband who loved his family very much. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. He is preceded in death by his parents, and son Alonzo Garcia, III. Among those left to cherish his memory is his wife and...

Ernesto Garza passed away peacefully with family by his side on November 22, 2022.  He was born on January 28, 1959, to Servando and Rebecca Garza. Ernesto enjoyed fishing, was a mechanic at heart; and spending time with his grandchildren meant the world to him.  He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. He is preceded in death by his parents. Among those left to cherish his memory are his children, Robert (Sarah) Garza, Michael Garza, Marcus (Gina) Garza, Adam...

Betty Lou Poe Cecil, died peacefully at her home November 23, 2022. She was born April 13, 1936, in Terraville, South Dakota. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Luella Poe and her siblings Donald Poe, Robert Poe, and Rosalie (Jack) Coleman. She is survived by her husband, Dr. David Cecil, who she married in June of 1958, and their son, Eric Cecil, both of Kingsville. In high school, she played the oboe and alto saxophone. She also performed in all the plays and...

Abelardo P. Alvarez, age 99, peacefully passed Sunday, November 20,2022 at Christus Spohn Kleberg with his family by his side. Abelardo was born on September 3, 1923, in Port Lavaca, Texas to Jose and Guadalupe Alvarez. Abelardo lived a long and full life where he spent time doing what he enjoyed most like watching football and playing his lottery tickets. Additionally, his most cherished moments were getting together with family and celebrating life together. He humbly admired the world...

Albert M. Reyna, after a short illness, went home to his final resting place in the early morning of November 24, 2022, at the age of 70, with his wife, Dalia Reyna by his side and right after praying the rosary. His children were with him all during his stay in the hospital. Albert loved his hobbies, coaching baseball in his younger years, playing golf and raising cattle. His love for music lead him to singing while playing guitar, as well as playing the accordion. Albert Reyna was born...

Dolores (Deanda) Strubhart, 73, of Blanco, TX, passed away on July 24, 2022, surrounded by her loving family. She was born, November 1, 1948, to Dennis and Dolores (Saldana) Deanda in Kingsville, TX. She graduated from Agua Dulce High School in 1967 and attended Texas A&I University. She moved to Riviera in the early 1970s where she met her husband and raised three children. She called Riviera home for more than 37 years. After retiring, they settled in Blanco, where she often...

Marta G. Vidal, 77, passed away on November 15, 2022. She was born on January 4, 1945, to Concepcion and Petronila Guajardo. She was a member of the Guadalupanas at St. Joseph Church. Her memory will always be cherished by those who loved her. She will be dearly missed. She was preceded in death by her parents, and her twin sister, Martina Vela. Among those left to cherish her memory is her husband of 56 years Amando Vidal; children, Virginia Vidal, Rita Vidal- Rodriguez (John), Amanda...

George Perez, 88, passed away on November 14, 2022. He was born on February 22, 1934, to Luis and Elena Perez. He retired from Sears after 35 years of service. After retirement he became self-employed with Perez Service and Repair. He was an Avid hunter, fisherman, Dallas Cowboy fan, and Javelina supporter. He is preceded in death by his two brothers and two sisters. Among those left cherish his memory are his wife of 65 years, Eva Perez; children, Cynthia (Rod) Lamas, Melva (Jimmy)...