All Obituaries

Jilma Guevara Vidaurri was born in Benavides, Texas on November 3, 1932. She passed away in her sleep on November 25, 2020. She was married to Ildefonso Quinones (I.Q.) Vidaurri for 58 years. She was a retired educator who graduated from Texas A&I University with a BBA in Home Economics Education and a Master’s Degree in Counseling- at a time when Hispanic women were discouraged from pursuing higher education. She began her career at Cunningham Jr. High in Corpus Christi, Texas...

Rudolph Avalos Sr., 61, passed away on November 20, 2020 in Bishop, Texas. He was born on June 23, 1959 in Elgin, Texas to Ernesto Avalos and Refugia Vega Avalos. He is preceded in death by his parents Ernesto Avalos & Refugia Vega Avalos; three brothers, Ernesto Avalos Jr, Roy Avalos & Johnny Avalos; and one sister, Refugia Montenegro. He is survived by his spouse Maria Avalos; five children, Ruby Avalos Lara and husband Miguel of Big Spring, TX, Kristie Avalos of Midland, TX,...

Maria Dolores Lerma De La Paz, 84, passed away on November 20, 2020 in Kingsville, Texas. She was born on January 22, 1936 in Falfurrias, Texas to Guadalupe Lerma and Paula Guerra. Maria was always up for a weekend trip whether to Corpus, San Antonio, or anywhere. Her happiest moments were spending time, making memories, and most especially “Soul Food Sundays” surrounded by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Adan G. De...

Herbert "Bud" Andrews, Jr, 94, beloved father and "Grampie", was called to his eternal home on November 24, 2020. He was born on October 18, 1926, in Kingsville, Texas to Herbert and Katharine Andrews. Bud was a hardworking rancher and loved the outdoors. He loved fishing, watercolor painting, his family, and his beloved dog "Poochie." Bud proudly served in the Merchant Marines during World War II and loved sharing stories of his time while serving. He was...

Michael “Tim” Walshe, 68, beloved Father, Husband, PawPaw, and Brother, was called to his eternal resting place on November 17, 2020. He entered this world on August 4, 1952, in Corpus Christi, TX, born to Jean and Louise Saunders Walshe. Tim served as a Preacher from 1990 to 2018. The churches he had the privilege of being pastor were at First Baptist in Dodge, TX., First Baptist in Medina, TX., First Baptist in White Oak, TX., First Baptist in Freer, TX, and Northwest Baptist...

Sandra G. Garcia, 57, passed away on November 12, 2020 in Kingsville, Texas. She was born on August 12, 1963 in Kingsville, Texas to Cristela Guajardo.  Sandra was full of life and helped so many. Sandra was one of a kind and did it her way. She will be dearly missed and always loved. She is preceded in death by her mother, Dominga De La Paz Garcia; birth mother, Cristela Guajardo; two brothers, Hector and Manuel Guajardo, sisters, Maria Elizabeth Guzman and Maria Longoria...

Henry “Sonny” Thomas III, 73, sunset on November 3, 2020 in Kingsville, Texas. Sunrise was on May 23, 1947 in Bishop, Texas to Henry and Hester Thomas. Sonny served as a volunteer fireman with the Bishop Fire Department from 1979-2000. He was an avid softball player and played with the Petronila Panthers and El Barrio. He was very dedicated to the sport of baseball and enjoyed coaching the little league in Bishop. He worked for Nueces county and Banquete ISD as a mechanic. He...

Jimmy Clayton Grant, 82, passed away on October 18, 2020 in Kingsville, Texas. He was born on April 24, 1938 in Karnes City, Texas to Clayton Grant.  He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Sandra Posey Grant; and son Derek Brett Grant.  Jimmy is survived by his daughter, Terilyn Grant; son, Lamont Grant (Josie); brother, Billy Grant; and was a loving grandfather to his grandchildren, David, Natalie, and Daniel Grant.  Visitation will be held from 2:00...

Jonathan Austin Schonefeld, 34, passed away on August 16, 2020, in Kingsville, Texas after a long illness. He was born on August 22, 1985, in Kingsville, Texas to Jay A. Schonefeld and Lisa Cannon Schonefeld. Jonathan graduated from H.M. King High School in 2003 and Texas A&M University Kingsville in 2013. He is preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Robert W. (Billy Bob) Cannon; his paternal grandfather John F. Schonefeld and his aunt, Lynn Cannon Nollkamper. Jonathan is...

On October 14 2020, Maria Elisa Garcia, loving wife and mother of two children and one grandchild, passed away at the age of 49. Maria was born on April 14, 1971 in Alice, TX to Humberto and Delia (Garcia) Hinojosa . She worked in retail at HEB Kingsville for 22 years. She raised two daughters, Clarissa and Felicia. Maria had a passion of helping others, along with loving the outdoors and church. She was known for her quick wit, her infectious smile and laugh, and her kind and...