Recent Obituaries
Willis B. Springfield
Dec 19, 2024
Willis Baker Springfield, Jr. died peacefully at his Cold Springs residence on December 19, 2024 following a lengthy illness. He was 88.
Willis was born to Willis Baker Springfield and Gilla Dee Hoover on January 21, 1936. Willis never knew his father as the senior Springfield died prior to Willis' birth. In 1942 Gilla Dee married Fritz Streib.
Willis was an educator...
Modene Davis Horton
Dec 9, 2024
Modene Davis Horton, 98 of Sabinal, died peacefully on Monday, December 9, 2024, in Uvalde.
She was born on July 11, 1926, in Fort Cobb, Oklahoma to Walter and Sylvia (Sampson) Davis. Modene married Eck Horton on October 23, 1946, in Sabinal. The couple met in San Francisco, California as he was returning from the Pacific Theatre at the conclusion of...
Maria Gallardo Arizmendi
Dec 8, 2024
Maria (Mary) Gallardo Arizmendi peacefully returned home to the loving arms of her heavenly Father on December 8, 2024, in Uvalde, Texas. She will be cherished and remembered by all whose lives she touched.
A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church, followed by interment at Hillcrest...
Douglas Wade Brice
Dec 7, 2024
Douglas Wade Brice, 56, of Uvalde, Texas, left us far too soon on December 7, 2024. Born on March 10, 1968, in Austin, Texas, Doug lived a life marked by service, humor, and a boundless love for those around him.
Doug had the biggest heart and a witty sense of humor that could light up any room. He was a dedicated...
Joe B. Thompson
Dec 4, 2024
The family of Joe Bailey Thompson of Uvalde, Tx is saddened to announce his passing on December 4th, 2024 at the age of 76 years.Joe is survived and will be remembered by his children Estela, David, Arthur, Hopie, Lydia, Theresa and Patricia. Joe’s many grandchildren and great grandchildren will miss and remember their Grandpa Joe. Along with his brother, Tommy....
Karla Rose King
Dec 4, 2024
Karla Rose Radloff King, 71, of Uvalde, Texas, passed away peacefully on December 4, 2024, surrounded by family and love. Born in Uvalde on August 8, 1953, to Helen and Don Radloff, Karla grew up immersed in the simple beauty of the family ranch, The George Rose Ranch, owned by the Rose Family, long time pioneers of Kinney County. It...
Danny R. Welch
Dec 3, 2024
Danny Roy Welch, 76, of Uvalde, Texas, passed away on December 3, 2024, at Uvalde Memorial Hospital.
He was born on June 20, 1948, in Sabinal, Texas, to Leila Jo (Copple) and Herman Welch.
On June 7, 1974, Danny married the love of his life, Barbara Johnson, in Houston, Texas. Together, they shared 50 wonderful years of marriage. Danny's legacy of love...
Virginia Alvarado
Dec 3, 2024
Virginia Alvarado, 64, of Knippa, Texas passed away on December 3, 2024, at St. Luke’s Baptist Hospital in San Antonio, Texas.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. with a rosary at 7 p.m. at Rushing-Estes-Knowles Mortuary.
A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at 2 p.m. at...
Eloisa Perez Hernandez
Dec 1, 2024
Eloisa (Locha) Hernandez, 88 of Uvalde, TX, died peacefully on December 1, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on September 19, 1936 in La Pryor, Texas to Soila (Cruz) and Benito Perez. She married Cruz (Sonny) Hernandez on April 19, 1959 in La Pryor, Texas.
Eloisa (Locha) Hernandez was a woman who devoted her life to serving God. She...
Caroline Jones
Nov 30, 2024
Caroline Bess Jones went to Heaven Saturday November 30, 2024 at the age of 80. She is survived by her daughter Jae Thompson and husband Ross of Uvalde; son, Jody Jones and wife Kimberley of Doss; and son Jarret Jones of San Antonio. She was the proud grandmother, aka “Meemer” to Madisyn Claire Jones, Kennedy Linn Thompson and Gavyn Clay...
Eizabeth Ann "Pepper" Kinzer
Nov 24, 2024
Elizabeth Ann "Pepper" Kinzer, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on November 24, 2024, surrounded by her family.
Born on May 13, 1941, in San Antonio, Texas to Jewel Pink (Armstrong) Kincaid and Frank T. Kincaid, she was a lifelong Uvaldean. As a child, Pepper loved attending the glamorous parties organized by her mother Jewel, and was crowned princess and...
Anna M. Braden
Nov 21, 2024
Anna Mae Braden, age 93, of Uvalde, Texas, peacefully passed away on November 21 2024, at her home.
Born on May 18, 1931, in Jamaica, New York, she was the cherished daughter of Katherine (Timozek) and Ralph Petone.
On December 2, 1950, Anna married James Joseph Braden in El Paso, Texas, and together they built a loving family.
Anna is survived by her...
Paula Romelia Aguilar
Nov 20, 2024
Paula Romelia Aguilar, 91, of Uvalde, peacefully departed this life on November 21, 2024, at Uvalde Memorial Hospital. Born on February 20, 1933, in Jimenez, Coahuila, she was the beloved daughter of Leonor (Villareal) and Julio Guerra.
Paula is survived by her sister, Anastacia G. Longoria of Uvalde, along with numerous nieces and nephews, who remember her with love and fondness....
Guadalupe Delgado
Nov 17, 2024
Guadalupe Delgado, a cherished mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, peacefully passed away on November 17, 2024, at the age of 72 at The Drake in Alice, Texas.
Born on January 22, 1952, in Batesville, Texas, Guadalupe was a beloved daughter of Herminia (Medrano) and Faustino Delgado.
Guadalupe's life was defined by her unwavering love for her family. She is survived by her...
Bernabe Perez Hernandez
Nov 13, 2024
Bernabe Perez Hernandez, 68, of Uvalde peacefully departed this life on November 13, 2024, at his residence.
Friends and family are invited to pay their respects during visitation on Sunday, November 17, 2024, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., with a funeral service commencing at 10 a.m. at Rushing-Estes-Knowles Mortuary.
Following the service, cremation will be carried out under the direction of...
Elida Garcia Cardenas
Nov 12, 2024
Elida Garcia Cardenas, 92, of Uvalde, Texas, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2024, at St. Luke's Hospital in San Antonio.
Born on July 8, 1932, in Uvalde to Teresa (Gonzales) and Nestor R. Garcia, Elida lived a remarkable life marked by her unwavering love for her family.
She married Rodolfo Cardenas on May 24, 1953, in Uvalde, Texas.
She is survived by...
Francisca Quijano Tellez
Nov 7, 2024
Francisca Quijano Tellez, 76, of San Antonio, formerly of La Pryor, was called home on November 7, 2024, peacefully at her residence. Her departure leaves a profound void in the hearts of all who knew her.
Francisca was born on August 19, 1948, in Oak Harbor, Ohio, to Isidora (Ortiz) and Eleno Quijano. She dedicated her life to her family, marrying...
Francisca Lopez
Nov 3, 2024
Francisca Lopez, a beloved daughter, mother, and friend, peacefully passed away on November 3 2024, at her home in La Pryor, Texas, surrounded by the warmth of her family. She was 56 years old and left this world as quietly as she lived, embodying the love and kindness that defined her life.
Born on October 2, 1968, in Uvalde, Texas, Francisca...
Wanda Lois Jacobs
Nov 2, 2024
Wanda Lois Jacobs, a cherished resident of Uvalde Texas, departed this life on November 2, 2024, at the age of 86, leaving behind a legacy of love and warmth. Born March 8, 1938, in Wharton, Texas, she was the beloved daughter of Thelma Lois (Barker) and John Milton Joines.
Wanda’s family was her pride and joy, and she is survived by...
Roberto Ibarra Sanchez
Oct 31, 2024
Roberto Ibarra Sanchez, 71, of Uvalde passed away on October 31, 2024, at Methodist Specialty and Transplant Hospital in San Antonio.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. with a prayer service at 7 p.m. at Rushing-Estes-Knowles Mortuary.
A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at 10 a.m. at Rushing-Estes-Knowles...
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