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Maria Luisa "Mary Lou" Cadriel, 74, passed away peacefully December 23 surrounded by her family. The eldest of three, Marylou was born in June 1946 to Horacio and Maria Luisa Delgado. She grew up in Brownsville, TX and was a committed student, graduating in 1964 from Villa Maria High School. She cherished her high school years, and spoke fondly of school dances and the lifelong friendships she made. Marylou's career relocated her and her family to Corpus Christi, TX, where she served as the office and sales manager at the Billy Pugh Company for 25 years. While Marylou retired in 2014, her colleagues remember her for her kindness, steady leadership, and generosity. She was a consummate...

Glen Allen Ellis, 63, of Odem, Texas passed away July 13, 2020. Glen was a graduate of Gladewater High School, served in the United States Air Force, and was a professor at Del Mar College for 25 years. Glen was a devoted husband, and a loving father and PaPaw. He was a dedicated, charismatic, and caring teacher to hundreds of students over the years. When he wasn't working, he enjoyed spending time with family and hunting; never missing the opportunity to tell a great story. Glen was preceded in death by his mother, Ruby Henderson; brothers, Larry Henderson, Carl Henderson, and Donald Henderson; and sister, Judy Hahn. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Ellis, of Odem; children: Rev....

Harold Charles Kaffie, Jr., died June 15, 2020, at his home with family and friends after a short battle with cancer. He was 72. Born in Corpus Christi, Texas, Charles lived life fully and is remembered for his generosity, kindness and compassion. He is preceded in death by his parents, Harold Charles Kaffie, Sr., and Florence Sims Kaffie. Charles graduated from W.B. Ray High School in 1966 before earning his Bachelor of Business Administration from Southern Methodist University in 1970. He later earned a Masters of Business Administration from the University of Texas at Austin in 1993 and attended the London School of Economics and Political Science that same year. As a partner in Kaffie...

Thomas Francis Burke, "Tommy," 93, went to be with his Lord and Savior 6 June 2020. Tommy was a native Texan, born 2 July 1926 in Fort Worth to Thomas Francis Burke, Sr. and Louise McChesney Burke. Tommy grew up in Houston. His father was assistant golf pro at River Oaks Country Club, Tommy's training ground for his future vocation of professional golfer. From an early age he participated in junior club and city tournaments, and made his first of 16 holes-in-one at age 11 at Memorial Golf Course! Tommy graduated from Lamar High School and Rice University with a degree in Mechanical Engineering, and played on the golf team as captain at both institutions. In 1950, he married his one and...

It is with great sadness that the family of Albert Jarrell Hensz, Jr., announce his peaceful passing on Monday, March 2, 2020. He was born on November 14, 1941, to Albert J. and Winona Hensz in Harlingen, Texas. He attended Stuart Place Elementary School and graduated from Harlingen High School. He attended Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas; and was a proud member of the Corps of Cadets. He received his Bachelor of Science degree on May 25, 1963. He remained actively involved with the Aggie community and was a member of Century Club in The Association of Former Students. Albert did many things in his life. As soon as Albert could walk, his Dad had him work on the family...

Ronald "Ronnie" Wayne Fletcher passed from this life at home on February 9,2020 and is now in the arms of the Lord forever. He was born on May 8, 1937 at the old home place in Sebastian, Texas to Kermit J. and Hope Aycock Fletcher. He attended elementary school in Sebastian and graduated from Lyford High School in 1955. Ronnie then went on to further his education at Texas A & I University and earned his degree there. Ronnie's entire career was in the insurance industry. He retired from Texas Employers Insurance Company. In his retirement he enjoyed bowling and fishing despite his failing eyesight. He was preceded on death by his parents and two brothers, Richard Fletcher and Steven...

With heavy hearts, the family of Aristeo Hinojosa announce that he peacefully passed away surrounded by family after long illness on February 3, 2020. He is survived by wife: Dolores; one son: Ray Hinojosa; and daughters: Estella Hill (Doug) and Isabel Hinojosa; grandchildren: Marissa, Gabriel, Jerry, Brianna, Ryan, Sara and Desi and one great-grandson: Tannon. Aristeo also leaves behind his brother Armando Hinojosa (Blanca) and sisters in law: Alma Rosa Hinojosa and Angelina Hinojosa; as well as many nieces, nephews, and friends. Special thanks to the staff at Well-Med medical center with special thanks to Benito Zuniga, Fresenius Dialysis with special thanks to Priscilla, as well as Mr....

Robert K. "Bob" Taylor passed away in Corpus Christi, Texas, on September 3rd, 2019 at the age of 82. Bob was preceded in death by Pat, his beloved wife of 58 years, who he missed dearly these past 5 years. Bob was born in Akron, Ohio, on August 29th, 1937, to George and Anna (Wells) Taylor. He was most proud of his military service in the Marine Corps, his accomplishments as a "poor boy" from South Akron, and especially his family. Bob worked over 30 years at the East Ohio Gas Company where he influenced many lives. He retired to Florida with his wife where he enjoyed playing golf and continued his hobby of "flipping houses". Bob loved his friends, enjoyed playing and watching sports and...

Billy Roger McCurry passed away May 12, 2019 at his home on Padre Island Corpus Christi, TX after a five-year struggle with Parkinson's. He was 71. Born January 21, 1948 in Walnut, KS to William K. McCurry and Ruth C. Gilliland, he was raised on the family dairy farm in rural Parsons. He attended Labette County High School graduating in 1966. Bill managed his father's Conoco station and later joined the local Fire Department until an injury forced him to retrain. He graduated from Labette Community College as an RN. This eventually led him to Kansas City, where he worked for the KC Health Department until retirement in 2012. Bill leaves his partner Larry Mulholland; a daughter Kristi...

Zac Pope Russom III "Rusty" scaled his "Stairway to Heaven" on March 18, 2019 to join his beloved parents and grandparents. He was born on May 6, 1956 in Houston, the son of Wilma Marie Rutherford and Zac P. Russom Jr. He graduated from Memorial High School in Houston and attended University of Texas at Austin. He started a mail order hang glider business and later followed in his father's footsteps with a construction company. Rusty will be remembered for his kind heart, compassion, zest for life, keen sense of humor and storytelling ability which always included adventure and belly laughs. Some of his most cherished memories being with his adored niece and nephews at the family lake home...

Juanita Juarez Yanez of Corpus Christi, Texas passed away peacefullywith family surrounding her on Saturday, January 19, 2019 at the age of 77. Juanita worked as a housekeeper for many years with Mr. Robert and Dr. Loyce Hagens. She became part of their extended family and remained with them until both of their passing. Special mention goes out to those she held so close to her heart. Laura Dowley, Leila Stevenson, Betsy Kime and Courtney Kime Hanson, thank you for loving her and allowing her to be a part of your lives. Juanita was born to Jose Juarez Sr and Juanita Reyna Barrera. She was preceded in death by her parents, four brothers Miguel Juarez, George Castro (a Marine she was so...

James Winston Partain passed away Monday, September 10, 2018 in his home in Corpus Christi, Texas surrounded by his loved ones. He was a Veteran of the United States Navy, retired as a Master Chief Petty Officer after 24 years of service. He is survived by his wife of fifty-one years, Angel G. Partain of Corpus Christi, Texas; four sons Johnny (Teresa) Partain of McAllen, TX. James Partain Jr of Bakersfield, CA. Michael (Minnie) Partain of Rio Rancho, NM., Leonard (Becky) Partain of Fort Worth, TX. one daughter Tracy (David Harwell) Carlton of Prosper, TX. one brother Jesse (Donna) Partain of Garland, TX. He is also survived by ten grandkids, nine great-grandkids, and several nieces and...

Margaret C. Sauceda, age 69, a long time resident of Corpus Christi, Texas, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 18 in San Antonio, Texas. Maggie was born March 22, 1949, in Knox City, Texas to the late Edmund Casillas Sr., and the late Pauline C Pineda. She's also preceded in death by two brothers, Ray Casillas and George Manuel Casillas. Maggie is survived by her husband of 49 years, David R. Sauceda. She leaves behind three children, David A. Sauceda (Christina), Mark A. Sauceda (Gustavo) and Isabel S. Mendoza. She leaves behind her cherished grandchildren, Gabriella, Hilario, and Julia Mendoza of Corpus Christi, and Little David Anthony Sauceda of Kyle, Texas. Maggie is...