Obituaries
Obituaries for Salinas Funeral Home
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones

Maria Leal
May 7, 2025
Lake Jackson, Texas- Maria de los Angeles Leal, 75, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at St. Lukes Health- Brazosport Hospital in Lake Jackson, Texas.
Mrs. Leal was born on December 14, 1949 to Mr. Jose Raul Martinez and Mrs. Otilia Hernandez Martinez in San Benito, Texas.
Mrs. Leal is preceded in death...
Felipe Hirlas
May 6, 2025
Donna, Texas - Felipe Domingo Hirlas, 56, passed away to be with the Lord on May 6, 2025 at Knapp Medical Center.
Mr. Hirlas was born on December 21, 1968 in Portland, OR to Mr. Domingo Hirlas & Mrs. Herlinda Muñoz Lopez.
He is preceded in death by his father, Domingo Hirlas & one brother, Joe Daniel Hirlas.
...
Noe Guerra
May 5, 2025
Elsa, Texas - Noe V. Guerra, 76, passed away on May 5, 2025 at his residence.
Mr. Guerra was born on March 11, 1949 in Elsa, TX.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Concepcion Vasquez & great-grandfather, Blas Vasquez; one brother, Santana Torres; two sisters, Simona Rodriguez & Maria Hernandez.
Noe V. Guerra...
Maria G. Torres
May 5, 2025
Elsa - Maria Margarita Gonzalez Torres (Morena) 92; It is with deep sadness that Morena's family announce her passing on May 5, 2025. Our beloved mother passed away peacefully at home. She was born on February 10, 1933, and was an Elsa resident most of her life. She raised a family of three and worked outside of home in the...
Maximino Moran
May 4, 2025
Mercedes, Texas - Maximino Moran, de 58 años, falleció el 4 de mayo de 2025 en el Centro Médico de McAllen.
El Sr. Morán nació el 8 de enero de 1967 en Jalpan De Serra, Querétaro, México, hijo del Sr. Primitivo Morán Ramírez y la Sra. Inocencia Ponce Chávez.
Le precede en la muerte su madre.
A...
Frances Free
May 3, 2025
With heavy hearts and profound sadness, we announce the passing of Frances Free, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, who left this world on May 3, 2025, at the age of 61. Frances was born on February 6, 1964, to Mr. Reynaldo Sarmiento and Mrs. Arcelia Garza Sarmiento who resided in Weslaco, Texas, where she cultivated deep roots in...
Lawrence Johnson
May 1, 2025
Lawrence "Larry" William Johnson
Born on December 31,1941,in St. Louis Missouri, passed away peacefully on may 1, 2025, at the age of 83. A beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and son.
He's proceeded in death by his parents, Joseph & Marian Johnson one sister, Deborah Johnson.
Larry is survived by his devoted wife of 61 years, Lydia Johnson...
Alejandro Trevino
May 1, 2025
Edcouch- Alejandro Trevino, 87, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 1, 2025 at his residence in Edcouch, Texas.
Mr. Trevino was born on July 2, 1937 to Mr. Jesus Trevino and Mrs. Aurelia Garcia in Monterrey, Mexico.
Mr. Trevino is preceded in death by his parents, Mr. Jesus Trevino and Mrs. Aurelia Garcia; his son,...
Sara Lara
May 1, 2025
Mercedes- Sara Lara, 68, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 1, 2025 at Valley Baptist Medical Center in Brownsville.
Mrs. Lara was born on April 18, 1957 to Mr. Benito Zamora and Mrs. Claricia Escandon in Mercedes, Texas.
Mrs. Lara is preceded in death by her parents, Mr. Benito Zamora and Mrs. Claricia Escandon and...
Juan Jose Salazar
May 1, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Juan Jose Salazar, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who departed this world on May 1, 2025, at the age of 63 in Weslaco, TX. Born on December 26, 1961, in Raymondville, Texas, to Jose Israel Salazar & Maria Morales, Juan embraced life with a spirit that was...
Maria O. Lopez
May 1, 2025
Edcouch- Maria O. Lopez, 97, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 1, 2025 at her residence in Edcouch, Texas.
Mrs. Lopez was born on February 1, 1928 to Mr. Pedro Hernandez and Margarita Rodriguez in Nuevo Leon, Tamps, Mexico.
Mrs. Lopez is preceded in death by her parents, Mr. Pedro Hernandez and Margarita Rodriguez; her...
Rodrigo Cruz Gonzalez
Apr 30, 2025
La Blanca, Texas - Rodrigo Cruz González, de 93 años, falleció el 30 de abril 2025 en su residencia.
El Sr. Cruz nació el 14 de octubre 1931 en La Lijilla Dr. Coss Nuevo León México, hijo de el Sr. Guadalupe Cruz Treviño y la Sra. Andrea González Ramírez.
Le preceden en la muerte sus padres; su esposa, Juanita Flores De Cruz;...
Juan Bernal
Apr 29, 2025
Juan Manuel Bernal, a cherished son, brother and devoted friend passed away on April 29, 2025, in McAllen, TX. Born on August 19, 1960, in Edinburg, Texas, Juan lived a life filled with passion for his craft and deep love for his family.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Salvador & America Bernal; one brother, Juan Manuel Bernal &...
Catalina Zavala
Apr 26, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Catalina M. Zavala, a beloved wife, mother, and friend, who departed this life peacefully on April 26, 2025, in Alamo, TX. Born on November 27, 1946, Catalina lived a life filled with devotion, warmth, and love, cherished by all who had the honor of knowing her.
Catalina's...
Ofilia Garza
Apr 23, 2025
La Villa- Ofilia Telles Garza, 77, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at McAllen Heart Hospital.
Mrs. Garza was born on November 13, 1947 to Mr. Manuel Telles and Mrs. Maria Reyes Vasquez Telles in Crawfordville, Arkansas.
Mrs. Garza is preceded in death by her loving husband, Juan Garza; her son, Juan Garza...
Esmeralda Cavazos
Apr 19, 2025
Weslaco - Esmeralda Herrera Cavazos, 89, passed away Saturday, April 19, 2025, at her residence.
Mrs. Cavazos was born August 25, 1935, in Weslaco, Texas, daughter of Bolivar Herrera and Gregoria Muniz Herrera. She is preceded in death by her husband, Felix Cavazos; her parents; sons, Ricardo Cavazos, Ruben Cavazos, Felix Cavazos, Enrique Cavazos, Edelmiro Cavazos, Sr.; brothers, Audon...
Elida P. Alfaro
Apr 18, 2025
Elida Perez Alfaro, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, Aunt and friend, died peacefully of natural causes on 18 April 2025 in the comfort of her home in Brownsville, Texas.
Elida, 85 years old, was born on May 30, 1939, in Matamoros Tamaulipas, Mexico.
The eldest daughter of Antonio Perez Blanco and María Elena González Sanchez
Elida moved to Brownsville,Texas at...
Esperanza Lopez
Apr 18, 2025
Los Fresnos, Texas - Esperanza Lopez, 78, passed away to be with the Lord on April 18, 2025 at her residence.
Mrs. Lopez was born on April 23, 1945 in Valle Hermoso Tamaulipas Mexico to Jacinto & Guadalupe Lopez.
She is preceded in death by her parents & her husband, Roberto Oviedo.
Esperanza Lopez is survived by...
Yolanda Rodriguez
Apr 17, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and reverence that we announce the passing of Yolanda Alaniz Rodriguez, beloved, wife, mother, sister and friend. Yolanda was born on February 18, 1956, in Elsa, Texas, and she departed this life on April 17, 2025, at the age of 69.
Her warm spirit, unwavering kindness, and deep commitment to her family and friends...
Ruben Mendoza
Apr 16, 2025
Austin, Texas - Ruben Mendoza, 69, passed away to be with the Lord on April 16, 2025 at his residence.
Mr. Mendoza was born on March 13, 1956 in Edcouch, TX to Mr. Agapito Mendoza & Mrs. Evangelina Alcantar.
He is preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Abran Mendoza, Mario Alberto Mendoza, Ignacio Mendoza & one...

Maria Leal
May 7, 2025
Lake Jackson, Texas- Maria de los Angeles Leal, 75, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at St. Lukes Health- Brazosport Hospital in Lake Jackson, Texas.
Mrs. Leal was born on December 14, 1949 to Mr. Jose Raul Martinez and Mrs. Otilia Hernandez Martinez in San Benito, Texas.
Mrs. Leal is preceded in death...
Felipe Hirlas
May 6, 2025
Donna, Texas - Felipe Domingo Hirlas, 56, passed away to be with the Lord on May 6, 2025 at Knapp Medical Center.
Mr. Hirlas was born on December 21, 1968 in Portland, OR to Mr. Domingo Hirlas & Mrs. Herlinda Muñoz Lopez.
He is preceded in death by his father, Domingo Hirlas & one brother, Joe Daniel Hirlas.
...
Noe Guerra
May 5, 2025
Elsa, Texas - Noe V. Guerra, 76, passed away on May 5, 2025 at his residence.
Mr. Guerra was born on March 11, 1949 in Elsa, TX.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Concepcion Vasquez & great-grandfather, Blas Vasquez; one brother, Santana Torres; two sisters, Simona Rodriguez & Maria Hernandez.
Noe V. Guerra...
Maria G. Torres
May 5, 2025
Elsa - Maria Margarita Gonzalez Torres (Morena) 92; It is with deep sadness that Morena's family announce her passing on May 5, 2025. Our beloved mother passed away peacefully at home. She was born on February 10, 1933, and was an Elsa resident most of her life. She raised a family of three and worked outside of home in the...
Maximino Moran
May 4, 2025
Mercedes, Texas - Maximino Moran, de 58 años, falleció el 4 de mayo de 2025 en el Centro Médico de McAllen.
El Sr. Morán nació el 8 de enero de 1967 en Jalpan De Serra, Querétaro, México, hijo del Sr. Primitivo Morán Ramírez y la Sra. Inocencia Ponce Chávez.
Le precede en la muerte su madre.
A...
Frances Free
May 3, 2025
With heavy hearts and profound sadness, we announce the passing of Frances Free, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, who left this world on May 3, 2025, at the age of 61. Frances was born on February 6, 1964, to Mr. Reynaldo Sarmiento and Mrs. Arcelia Garza Sarmiento who resided in Weslaco, Texas, where she cultivated deep roots in...
Lawrence Johnson
May 1, 2025
Lawrence "Larry" William Johnson
Born on December 31,1941,in St. Louis Missouri, passed away peacefully on may 1, 2025, at the age of 83. A beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and son.
He's proceeded in death by his parents, Joseph & Marian Johnson one sister, Deborah Johnson.
Larry is survived by his devoted wife of 61 years, Lydia Johnson...
Alejandro Trevino
May 1, 2025
Edcouch- Alejandro Trevino, 87, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 1, 2025 at his residence in Edcouch, Texas.
Mr. Trevino was born on July 2, 1937 to Mr. Jesus Trevino and Mrs. Aurelia Garcia in Monterrey, Mexico.
Mr. Trevino is preceded in death by his parents, Mr. Jesus Trevino and Mrs. Aurelia Garcia; his son,...
Sara Lara
May 1, 2025
Mercedes- Sara Lara, 68, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 1, 2025 at Valley Baptist Medical Center in Brownsville.
Mrs. Lara was born on April 18, 1957 to Mr. Benito Zamora and Mrs. Claricia Escandon in Mercedes, Texas.
Mrs. Lara is preceded in death by her parents, Mr. Benito Zamora and Mrs. Claricia Escandon and...
Juan Jose Salazar
May 1, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Juan Jose Salazar, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who departed this world on May 1, 2025, at the age of 63 in Weslaco, TX. Born on December 26, 1961, in Raymondville, Texas, to Jose Israel Salazar & Maria Morales, Juan embraced life with a spirit that was...
Maria O. Lopez
May 1, 2025
Edcouch- Maria O. Lopez, 97, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 1, 2025 at her residence in Edcouch, Texas.
Mrs. Lopez was born on February 1, 1928 to Mr. Pedro Hernandez and Margarita Rodriguez in Nuevo Leon, Tamps, Mexico.
Mrs. Lopez is preceded in death by her parents, Mr. Pedro Hernandez and Margarita Rodriguez; her...
Rodrigo Cruz Gonzalez
Apr 30, 2025
La Blanca, Texas - Rodrigo Cruz González, de 93 años, falleció el 30 de abril 2025 en su residencia.
El Sr. Cruz nació el 14 de octubre 1931 en La Lijilla Dr. Coss Nuevo León México, hijo de el Sr. Guadalupe Cruz Treviño y la Sra. Andrea González Ramírez.
Le preceden en la muerte sus padres; su esposa, Juanita Flores De Cruz;...
Juan Bernal
Apr 29, 2025
Juan Manuel Bernal, a cherished son, brother and devoted friend passed away on April 29, 2025, in McAllen, TX. Born on August 19, 1960, in Edinburg, Texas, Juan lived a life filled with passion for his craft and deep love for his family.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Salvador & America Bernal; one brother, Juan Manuel Bernal &...
Catalina Zavala
Apr 26, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Catalina M. Zavala, a beloved wife, mother, and friend, who departed this life peacefully on April 26, 2025, in Alamo, TX. Born on November 27, 1946, Catalina lived a life filled with devotion, warmth, and love, cherished by all who had the honor of knowing her.
Catalina's...
Ofilia Garza
Apr 23, 2025
La Villa- Ofilia Telles Garza, 77, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at McAllen Heart Hospital.
Mrs. Garza was born on November 13, 1947 to Mr. Manuel Telles and Mrs. Maria Reyes Vasquez Telles in Crawfordville, Arkansas.
Mrs. Garza is preceded in death by her loving husband, Juan Garza; her son, Juan Garza...
Esmeralda Cavazos
Apr 19, 2025
Weslaco - Esmeralda Herrera Cavazos, 89, passed away Saturday, April 19, 2025, at her residence.
Mrs. Cavazos was born August 25, 1935, in Weslaco, Texas, daughter of Bolivar Herrera and Gregoria Muniz Herrera. She is preceded in death by her husband, Felix Cavazos; her parents; sons, Ricardo Cavazos, Ruben Cavazos, Felix Cavazos, Enrique Cavazos, Edelmiro Cavazos, Sr.; brothers, Audon...
Elida P. Alfaro
Apr 18, 2025
Elida Perez Alfaro, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, Aunt and friend, died peacefully of natural causes on 18 April 2025 in the comfort of her home in Brownsville, Texas.
Elida, 85 years old, was born on May 30, 1939, in Matamoros Tamaulipas, Mexico.
The eldest daughter of Antonio Perez Blanco and María Elena González Sanchez
Elida moved to Brownsville,Texas at...
Esperanza Lopez
Apr 18, 2025
Los Fresnos, Texas - Esperanza Lopez, 78, passed away to be with the Lord on April 18, 2025 at her residence.
Mrs. Lopez was born on April 23, 1945 in Valle Hermoso Tamaulipas Mexico to Jacinto & Guadalupe Lopez.
She is preceded in death by her parents & her husband, Roberto Oviedo.
Esperanza Lopez is survived by...
Yolanda Rodriguez
Apr 17, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and reverence that we announce the passing of Yolanda Alaniz Rodriguez, beloved, wife, mother, sister and friend. Yolanda was born on February 18, 1956, in Elsa, Texas, and she departed this life on April 17, 2025, at the age of 69.
Her warm spirit, unwavering kindness, and deep commitment to her family and friends...
Ruben Mendoza
Apr 16, 2025
Austin, Texas - Ruben Mendoza, 69, passed away to be with the Lord on April 16, 2025 at his residence.
Mr. Mendoza was born on March 13, 1956 in Edcouch, TX to Mr. Agapito Mendoza & Mrs. Evangelina Alcantar.
He is preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Abran Mendoza, Mario Alberto Mendoza, Ignacio Mendoza & one...