Local obituaries for Weslaco, Mercedes & Hidalgo County.

February 1, 2024

Darwin I. Dittburner, a respected entrepreneur, builder, and developer, passed away at his home in Weslaco on February 1, 2024. He was born on June 26, 1933, in Bancroft, Wisconsin, to Irle Fred and Nila Irene (Beggs) Dittburner.  

Encouraged by his younger brother Larry, Darwin moved to Weslaco, Texas, in 1970, where he would make his indelible mark in the...

February 1, 2024

Weslaco- Manuela M. Matamoros, passed away on February 1, 2024, at Harlingen Medical Center. She was born on October 29, 1931, in Rosebud, Texas. 

As a teenager, Manuela worked at a packing shed while her future husband, Juan Matamoros, worked at “Las Tablitas” Weslaco Box. During this time, their paths crossed, and they embarked on a journey filled with love and...

January 27, 2024

January 23, 2024

Betty Sue Marshall, age 90, of The Rio Grande Valley, was born on August 29, 1933 in Kerens, TX to Wallace and Katherine (Darby) Patterson. Betty enjoyed working as a bookkeeper for many years and owned a Travel Agency.  She was happily married to Dick Marshall until his passing. Betty loved to paint and created many pieces of art that...

January 23, 2024

Sara G. Cota, a hardworking and resilient woman, passed away at 95 on Tuesday, January 23, 2024. Born on August 3, 1928, in Colorado, Sara's life was a testament to determination and grace. She touched the lives of many with her elegance and independent spirit.

Sara did not have a formal education, but she was a quick learner with a tremendous...

January 22, 2024

Jimmy Williams, born on April 1, 1940, in Fort Worth, Texas, passed away on January 22, 2024, surrounded by the love of his family. He was the beloved son of Dr. James C. Williams II and Charlotte Bock Williams.



He was somewhat private about his childhood, having lost his mother at the age of six. He remained close with his younger...

January 22, 2024

Weslaco - Helen Clare was born on a farm near the village of Mount Union in Henry County, Iowa on March 18, 1931 to Frank and Laura Shopbell.  She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Mary Louise Phifer, her brother Philip W. Shopbell, her first husband John David Kaufman, and her second husband Francis J. Lavin, Jr. From her...

January 21, 2024

Valley City, ND - William Leier, 92, passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2024 at Knapp Medical Center in Weslaco.  McCaleb Funeral Home of Weslaco is in charge of arrangements.

January 21, 2024

Interment services for Maura Sanchez de San Miguel have been scheduled for Friday, January 26, 2024, at 11 AM. Funeral services are under the direction of Eternal Light Funeral Home Elsa, TX.

January 21, 2024

McAllen - Nora Ramos, a dedicated teacher and beloved member of the Weslaco community, passed away on January 21, 2024, at DHR Edinburg. She was born on May 9, 1959, in Weslaco, Texas, to Ramiro and Margarita (Garcia) Perez. Nora's passion for education and her selfless nature left an indelible mark on the lives of her students and everyone who knew...

January 21, 2024

WESLACO - Forrest Clair Zemlicka, 91, passed away at his home in Weslaco, Texas on January 21, 2024. Born on October 28, 1932, in South Dakota, he lived a life full of love and dedication to his family, community, and country.

Describing Forrest as a gentleman is an understatement. His kindness and compassion were unparalleled, making him an exceptional individual in the...

January 21, 2024

Dr. Deborah "Debbie" Kay Villalon, a brilliant and fiercely independent individual passionate about Science, nature, and community, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2024, at her home in Weslaco. Debbie, the middle child to Benigno "Ben" and Rosa "Emma" Villalon, was born on November 29, 1964, in Bryan, Texas. 



When Debbie was a child, the Villalon family moved to Weslaco, where...

January 18, 2024

Weslaco- Mary Elaine Dandh, 100, passed away at John Knox Med Center on Thursday, January 18th, 2024. 

January 17, 2024

January 16, 2024

Marvin "Pete" G. Penske, 85, a beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, and friend, passed away on January 16, 2024, at the Knapp Medical Center in Weslaco, Texas. The youngest of ten, Pete was born on January 10, 1939, in Vesta, Minnesota, to Gustav and Emma (Kolander) Penske.

When Pete was a child, he started farming alongside his brothers and developed a...

January 16, 2024

Ellie was known for her love of life, centering on her family and large host of good friends. Always the avid card player, game enthusiast and cribbage player where she learned fast to never miss any pegging points while playing cribbage with her dad, brothers and many others. 



Her love of cooking and entertaining large groups with her never ending arsenal...

January 13, 2024

Larry Eugene Couch, 57, of Weslaco, Texas, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 13, 2024, following a brief battle with cancer.  

He was born in Louisville, Kentucky on September 30, 1966.  At a young age, his family moved to Houston, Texas, where he attended McArthur High School.

He enlisted in the United States Army in 1985. He was stationed in Germany...

January 13, 2024

 

Patsy “Pat” Lee Istas passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 13, 2024. Pat was born March 10, 1952, in Osceola, Iowa, to Arno and Helen (Burke) Graham. She grew up on a farm with her large family.

  After graduating high school, Pat realized her dream of living in a big city, first in Minneapolis and then...

January 12, 2024

Juana Medina, a resilient and loving woman, passed away on January 12, 2024, at her home in Weslaco. Juana was born on June 24, 1931, in San Luis Potosi, Mexico, to Tomas and Jovencia (Gomez) Ramirez. 

Juana met Juan Medina in her hometown. Together, they migrated to the US in 1954, settling in Weslaco, where they raised their family. When they...

January 10, 2024

Grave side service for Hector R. Cruz Salvador has been scheduled at Sacred Park Cemetery on Thursday  January 18, 2024 at 11AM.