Funeraria Del Angel Howard-Williams

Alma Salazar, affectionately known as "Mother" and "Aunt Alma," went to her eternal home on Monday, August 18, 2025, at the age of 94. She lived a long beautiful life leaving behind a legacy of unwavering faith, selfless service, and a deep love for her church, family, and friends. Her devotion to our Lord Jesus Christ was a true testimony to all who knew her. Born on December 20, 1930, in Premont, Texas, to Calixto and Rita Galbert Salazar, Alma was raised alongside five siblings. She graduated from Premont High School in 1948 and went on to dedicate more than 40 years of her life serving the community as Premont's Tax Assessor. A devoted and lifelong member of St. Theresa's Catholic...

Our beloved daughter, Eva Elena Perez, entered her heavenly home on Thursday, October 19, 2023. She was born on May 25, 2018 to Ernest Perez and Alyssa Maria Perez and was the younger sister of Amalia Linda. Although Eva was only five years old, her personality shined through brighter than all the colors of the rainbow. She had a contagious smile and never met a stranger; she loved making new friends. She was the definition of a "girl's girl" and loved everything and anything sparkly. She loved playing dress-up, putting on makeup, and of course, walking in high heels. She was her parent's world and her family's pride and joy. She had BIG love for her bestfriends, big sissy Amalia, and...

Our dearest Bill Clark died at home in Falfurrias, Texas, on Monday, September 25, 2023. Born to Juanita (Bright) and George R. Clark in Corpus Christi, Bill spent a lifetime making friends and generating terrific stories. Bill attended W. B. Ray High School before going to New Mexico Military Institute in Roswell, NM to finish high school and junior college. He finished his college degree at Stanford University, and his MBA at Harvard, before happily returning to his hometown. What an example Bill set for us in his 84 years. His professional life revolved around helping people in his community as a local banker. It seemed like he knew everybody in town. He was a friend to many through...

LUKE 14:11 "For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted." Gilberto Saldana Ybanez, God's humble servant, passed away on Saturday night, August 27th, 2022, in Laredo, Texas and was welcomed into Our Lord's Kingdom. Gilberto was 85 years old and a lifelong resident of Hebbronville, Texas. Born on June 4th, 1937, Gilberto was a true believer in a firm handshake, being honest, polite and standing by your fellow man in their time of need. He served in the United States Army and Army Reserves. He attended Hebbronville High School and was part of an outstanding football team that he always thought of and remembered as being friends. In 1972 he...

George Everitte Newman November 12, 1930 - June 25, 2022 George Everitte Newman was called to rest by our Heavenly Father June 25, 2022. George was born on the Newman Ranch in La Salle County, Texas on November 12, 1930. George was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother. He was a veteran, civil servant, law enforcement officer, rancher, gardener, and advocate for education. George is proceeded in death by his wife Elizabeth Jean "Betty" Muldrow Newman and his parents George Burleson Newman and Mary Geraldine Lotspeich Newman. He is survived by his four caring daughters; Mary Antonette "Toni" (Eloy) Cantu, of Laredo, Elizabeth Louise (Mario) Martinez, of...

Eva Lopez Recio entered into eternal rest on Friday, May 20, 2022 at her residence in Premont, Texas at the age of 89. She was born on June 8, 1932 to Vicente Lopez and Corina Gonzalez Lopez in Falfurrias, Texas. She married the love of her life, Israel Lerma Recio and together they had their daughter, Herlinda Margot Recio Lopez. Eva's first vocation was being a faithful wife and loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and aunt. As a young lady, she worked at the local Walgreens, babysat for her friend's children and worked in the nursing home cafeteria. She later enjoyed helping her husband on the ranchito and it became a great love of hers. She loved dancing and spending...

Carmen J. Gomez at the age of 85, earned her wings surrounded by loved ones at her home on Thursday, January 13, 2022 in Hebbronville, TX. Carmen was born on May 15, 1936 in Sejita, TX by a midwife to Luis and Lilia S. Jasso. Carmen was a devout Catholic always eager to learn more and serve our Lord in any way she could. One of her proudest moments was when she became a Eucharist Minister and was able to assist the priests from her beloved church, Our Lady of Guadalupe in Hebbronville. Carmen was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend. She found her joy in serving her community, church and family. She had many talents that included painting, crafting, sewing, crocheting,...

Gloria Iris Ybanez passed away on Thursday, December 23, 2021 at her residence in Hebbronville at the age of 73. She was born on September 15, 1948 in Alice, Texas to Jose Alvar Gutierrez and Estela Garcia Gutierrez. Gloria worked for CPL in Harlingen, Gunn Auto Sales, was a founder of Hector and Gloria Lopez foundation and a frequent slot machine player in Las Vegas and Louisiana She is preceded in death by her parents. Gloria leaves behind many fond memories that will be treasured by her husband, Jesse Ybanez; brother, Dr. Jose (Sylvia) Gutierrez Jr. both of Hebbronville, TX.; sister, Dora Estela (Rogelio) Garza of McAllen; numerous nieces and nephews. Rosary will be prayed at 9:30...

Nora Lisa Vargas of Corpus Christi, Texas and formally of Falfurrias, Texas, passed away Friday, October 15, 2021 at a hospital in Corpus Christi, Texas at the age of 56. She was born to Dalia Martinez on August 8, 1965 in Alice, Texas. Nora enjoyed attending church at Sovereign Grace Community Church of Corpus Christi and was a strong believer in her faith. She was a great wife, mother, grandmother, daughter and sister. She loved plants and hummingbirds. She is preceded in death by her grandmother, Beatriz Munoz; grandson, Jayden Mata and stepfather, Juan Zuniga. Nora is survived by her husband, Valentin Vargas of Corpus Christi; two daughters, Annette Renee (Ruben Trevino) Hernandez of...

Our beloved mother, Maria Luisa Rodriguez Perez (Wicha) entered into eternal rest on September 11, 2021 at the age of 80. She was born November 27, 1940 to her parents, Cesario Rodriguez and Trinidad Padilla Rodriguez in Laredo, Texas. Our mother was a strong woman with a kind and gentle heart and loved everyone unconditionally. Anyone who met her was instantly drawn to her and within minutes were calling her Mom or Wela just like we all did. She loved sweets, talk shows, crossword puzzles, flowers, and for a that reason we would spoil her with her favorite candy and desserts and made sure that she often had fresh flowers around her. We will miss her sense of humor and her kind words of...

Dora Cantu-Garcia, age 99, of Kingsville, TX. went peacefully to be with our Lord and Savior on July 9, 2021. Dora was born August 26, 1921 in Tienditas, TX. to Toribio Cantu and Isabel Garcia-Cantu. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister. Dora married Luciano Garcia in 1941 and established residence in Kingsville, TX. where they would raise their family. Preceding her in death were her husband, parents, brothers, Noe, Louis, Humberto, Toribio and Homero Cantu, and great granddaughters, Alyssa and Alexandra Ramirez. Left to cherish the fond memories of her rich and vibrant life are her 5 children; Homero Garcia (Peggy) of Kingsville, TX., Maria (Pique)...

Maria Anita "Annie" Cortez peacefully entered into eternal rest at her residence in Falfurrias, Texas on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at the age of 81. She was born on February 25, 1940 to Isidoro Aguilar and Carolina Sandoval Aguilar in Ganado, Texas. She married the love of her life Israel De Leon Cortez and were together for fifty-one years until his passing. Together, they raised four children. Annie always had a love of music. In high school, she participated in the choir program where she was recognized as one of Texas's best by being chosen to be in the Texas All State Choir in 1958. That choir was recognized internationally and performed all over Texas as well as in Oklahoma City,...

Fidencio Lopez, Sr. entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, March 31, 2021 in Corpus Christi, Texas at the age of 60. Fidencio was born on May 17, 1960 to Federico Lopez, Sr. and Emma Moreno Lopez in Falfurrias, Texas. He worked his entire adult life as a Manager in the fast food industry for many restaurants such as Dairy Burger, Dairy Queen and Whataburger. Fidencio was a great father and grandfather. His grandchildren were his pride and joy and he had vast amount of love for them. He enjoyed working on the lawn and gardening, working out at the gym and spending time with his family. He was an outgoing person who loved talking to people and making new acquaintances. Fidencio was...

Julieta A. Montalvo (Julie) went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 26, 2020. She is preceded in death by her mother Beatriz S Alaniz, her father Marcelino Alaniz, her siblings: Canuta A Montalvo, Romeo Alaniz, Roberto Alaniz, Reynaldo Alaniz, Rubio Alaniz, Rene Alaniz and cousin Benita Alaniz. She survived by her husband of 64 years Alberto B. Montalvo, her children Maricela M. Garza (Jesus J. Garza), Velma M. Ramirez (Javier Ramirez), Omar Ricardo Montalvo (Baudilia Montalvo), Dillia Garcia (Gerardo Garcia), Elda M. Noles (late Malcom Noles), her brother Rolando Alaniz, sister Irma A. Pena and sister-in-law Graciela Alaniz, nephews Rene A. Montalvo and Eduardo A. Montalvo...

To say that David Fernando Ramirez, "David F." as he was warmly known, led a wonderful life would be an understatement. David was born on June 10, 1957, in Laredo, Texas to Fernando and Olga Ramirez and passed away on December 1, 2020 in Hebbronville, Texas. Like many of you reading this, our family is sharing a range of emotions including shock, sadness and confusion. David was an incredible light in this world for 63 years. His joy for life, commitment to family, and ensuring the overall well-being of everyone he knew was part of his daily routine and nighttime prayers. Throughout his time with us, he carried an aura that captivated and inspired us to be better people and better...

Juan Roberto Garcia entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at his residence in Falfurrias, Texas at the age of 76. He was born on August 3, 1944 to Raul Garcia and Marina Martinez Garcia in Rio Grande City, Texas. Juan proudly served in the United State Army as a Corporal during the Vietnam War. He had great achievement during his enlistment and earned the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal and the Vietnam Campaign Medal. He later worked as a Mechanical Engineer for over 29 years with the Corpus Christi Army Depot. He was also a Rancher who enjoyed being outdoors at the ranch and spending time with his family. Juan was a member of the VFW and generously...

Anita Trevino Lopez entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, November 3, 2020 at hospital in Corpus Christ, Texas at the age of 94. She was born on February 12, 1926 to Bruno Trevino and Nicasia Zapata Trevino in Falfurrias, Texas. She was a housewife, loving mother and grandmother who had many friends. She made many of those friends in the 28 plus years that she worked as a School Crossing Guard for the City of Corpus Christi. Anita's greatest joy in life was getting to watch over her family. She loved family time. She was reunited in Heaven with her parents; husband of over 34 years, Jesus Maria Lopez; brothers, Juan, Alfredo and Raul Trevino and sisters, Lupita Trevino Adame, Consuelo...

Idolina "Lena" Quintanilla Olivarez, 89, of Premont, Texas went home to Our Lord August 23, 2020 after living the fullest of lives. Lena was born November 15, 1930 to Pedro and Marcela Villarreal Quintanilla in Premont, Texas. Lena was an extraordinary woman to all those who came to know and love her strong faith, determination, and everlasting ability to inspire through her steadfast example. In service to others, she found her calling as a loving and supportive daughter, wife, mother as well as a medical health Licensed Vocational Nurse. She grew up in the Premont farming and ranching community with her loving brothers and sisters. She adored and loved helping her soft-spoken father...

Oscar Amador Carreon Jr. at the age of 61, earned his wings surrounded by his loved ones at home on Tuesday April 21, 2020 in Corpus Christi, Texas. He was born on December 22, 1958 in Falfurrias, Texas to Maria Minerva Barraz Carreon and Oscar Carreon. He is preceded in death by his parents, grandparents and other loved ones. Although the family that he left here on earth is hurting, we must rejoice in knowing that he is now dancing in God's Kingdom. Oscar, or O.A. as his close family and friends would call him, was the eldest among his siblings. His younger sister Velma (Mario) Martinez and brother Omar Carreon reside in Hebbronville, Texas, along with most of his family. He also has two...

Our beloved mother, wife, and grandmother, Cynthia P. Gonzalez, was welcomed into the gates of Heaven on Friday, April 3, 2020 at the age of 64. She was born on June 19, 1955 in Hebbronville, Texas to Genaro and Edna H. Perez. Cynthia enriched the lives of many students at Hebbronville Elementary School before her retirement in 2005, after 30 years of service. After her retirement, she found much enjoyment in spending time in her garden and with her five grandchildren who loved her very much. During her time here on earth, she cultivated many life-long friendships, of which there are truly too many to list. She also held very near to her, her many cousins who she regarded as...