Roberson Funeral Home - Alice

Orange Grove, Texas ? Joe Flake Arnold, 76, passed away peacefully at his home on October 14, 2025. Born February 19, 1949, in Mathis, Texas, to Robert and Viola Arnold, Joe graduated as Salutatorian and excelled in sports and FFA. He earned a business degree from Texas A&I University and worked in retail, oil and gas, and ranching. Joe loved family, animals, and the outdoors. He is survived by his wife, Sandra; children Lacey, Ashley, Joe Dale, and Owen; seven grandchildren; and siblings Bobby, Jacquelyn, and Sharen. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Kenneth Ray Arnold, and dear son Brandon. A graveside celebration will be held November 8, 2025, at 3 p.m. at Sandia...

Dateline: Corpus Christi, Texas Joseph John Cibrian, 62, passed away Saturday, August 17, 2024. A memorial service will be held Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 11 AM at The City Church of Corpus Christi (4425 S. Staples St. Corpus Christi, Tx.). Services entrusted to Roberson Funeral Home Alice.

Karen Van Kirk, 77, of Corpus Christi, Texas passed away on June 5, 2024, surrounded by loved ones. She was born on June 25, 1946, in McPherson, Kansas, the daughter of Alvin and Marguerite Hall. Karen attended grade schools in McPherson, was named a National Merit Scholar, and graduated high school in 1964. She attended the University of Kansas where she received a scholarship to study advanced German in Germany the summer of 1966, joined the Phi Beta Kappa Society and earned a Bachelor's degree in History in 1968. She continued her education at Emporia State University in Emporia, KS, earning a Master of Librarianship degree in August 1971. On June 4, 1967, she married James Van Kirk...

Elizabeth Grace Petersen (Jones) was an incredible mother, wife, sister, daughter, aunt, and friend. She was taken from this world on September 26th, 2023, at the age of 37. Grace was born to Johannes Christian Petersen and Valene Lafe (Goff) Smith on December 25th, 1985. She was an amazing mother, and is survived by her 4 children, Faith and her husband Wesley Mathisen Jr., Elijah, Hope, and Noah. She is also survived by her father Johannes (Celeste), her mother Valene (David), her brother Isaiah (Amelia), her sister Sarah (Quentin, and their son Ronan), and her grandparents, Lawrence and Betty Goff. She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Carl and Lena Petersen. Grace was known by...

Martha Jean Hilliard age 94 Passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2023 at her residence. Visitation will be held on Monday, Feb. 6, from 10AM until 7PM with a Celebration of Life at 6PM in the Roberson Funeral Home Chapel in Alice, Tx. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2023 at 10AM at the First Baptist Church in Alice, Tx. Graveside funeral Service will be held that afternoon at 2PM at the Taft Memorial Cemetery in Taft, Texas.

Pamela Ann (Parsons) Ritter, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 5, 2022. Visitation will be held from 5:00PM-9:00PM on Monday, October 10, 2022, with a Holy Rosary to be recited at 7:00PM at Roberson Funeral Home 98 W. Main St. Alice, TX 78332. A funeral mass will be celebrated at 10:00AM on Tuesday, October 11, 2022 at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church 603 E 5th St. Alice, TX with a Christian burial at Roselawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers donations to be made in Pam's honor to the American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org or call 1-800-227-2345 to make a donation over the phone. Services entrusted to Roberson Funeral Home Alice.

Dr. Diana Franco Bill, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Sunday, June 26, 2022. She was born in Alice, Texas on October 1, 1949, to Maria Antonio Vasquez and Daniel Franco. Her family owned and operated a small meat packing business. Diana was raised in a close community along with her sister Perla and their cousins, the Sernas. She attended Texas A&I University in Kingsville, where she met her husband Antonio (Tony) Pruneda Bill and earned her BA in Sociology & Psychology. She went on to complete her Masters and then pursued a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at the Fielding Institute. In 2000 she joined Community Action Corporation of South Texas (CACOST) as...

Dateline: Alice, Texas Dr. Diana Franco Bill, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Sunday, June 26, 2022. She was born in Alice, Texas on October 1, 1949, to Maria Antonio Vasquez and Daniel Franco. Her family owned and operated a small meat packing business. Diana was raised in a close community where she and her sister Perla enjoyed growing up surrounded by their cousins, the Sernas, and many friends within their small town. Diana was a woman of great faith, she was devoted to her family, church, and community. Her service life started at an early age, as a child, she volunteered at her church and after high school spent several summers serving on missionary trips to...

William "Bill" Reynolds went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 21 at a hospital in Corpus Christi, Texas surrounded by family. Bill was born on October 11, 1931 in Three Rivers, Texas to Arthur and Pauline Reynolds. He was the youngest in the family, enjoying the companionship of his older sisters. He was immersed in the Christian community from an early age that would become the foundation of his life lived. Bill was a 1949 graduate of Three Rivers High School where he excelled in academics and enjoyed playing football. After graduation he served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. Upon his return from duty, he attended college at the University of Texas at...

William "Bill" Reynolds went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 21 at a hospital in Corpus Christi, Texas surrounded by family. Bill was born on October 11, 1931 in Three Rivers, Texas to Arthur and Pauline Reynolds. He was the youngest in the family, enjoying the companionship of his older sisters. He was immersed in the Christian community from an early age that would become the foundation of his life lived. Bill was a 1949 graduate of Three Rivers High School where he excelled in academics and enjoyed playing football. After graduation he served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. Upon his return from duty, he attended college at the University of Texas at...

Dateline: Alice, Texas Daniel "Solio" Ramirez, age 81, passed away on Thursday, April 28, 2022 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by his father: Guadalupe A. Ramirez, mother: Juanita Ramirez, 1 son: Charles Ramirez, one sister: Carmela Tonches, 4 brothers: Samuel Ramirez, Juan Ramirez, Guadalupe Ramirez, and Oscar Ramirez. He is survived by his wife: Enedina Ramirez, Companion: Guadalupe Lopez, 2 daughters: Gracie and Ester Ramirez, 5 sons: Daniel (Mary) Ramirez, David (Pat) Ramirez, Joe (Rosario) Ramirez, Guadalupe (Elena) Ramirez, and Eloy (Erica) Ramirez, 5 step-kids: Daniel (Chrissy) Lopez, Virginia Anguiano, Evelyn (Pete) Lopez, Oscar Navarro,...

Frances W. Hudman age 83 Passed away on Tuesday, April 12, 2022 in a Corpus Christi, Texas hospital. Frances was born to Edward and Imgard (Rokohl) Wostal in Alice, Texas on Aug. 27, 1938. She worked for many years in the public school cafeteria, retiring from the Orange Grove ISD. Frances was preceded in death by her husband Millard M. Hudman, 2 sisters: Mary Ann Schuette, Evelyn Fuhrken, brother: Larry Wostal, 3 sons: Jeff Laird, Edward Laird, Jimmy Hudman and a grandson, James Hudman. Survivors: 4 daughters: Teresa (Brian) Schmidt of Cape Coral, Fl. Sandra (Steve) Schumacher of Orange Grove, Tx. Brenda Hudman of Orange Grove, Tx. Peggy (Patrick) Carter of Sandia,...

David Ricardo Garcia Dateline: Corpus Christi, Texas David Ricardo Garcia, 62 years of age passed away on April 01, 2022 at Christus Shoreline Hospital in Corpus Christi, Texas. He passed peacefully surrounded by those who loved him dearly with his wife Linda and his God daughter Becky at his bedside and other family members in the room. David, known to family and longtime friends as Ricky, was born November 17, 1959, in Abilene, Texas. Adopted at the age of 6 months by Rev. Ernesto Garcia and Isaura Sanchez Garcia, they brought him into a Christian home and was raised in the ways of God and his mighty promises. He was taught that nothing was impossible and that all the riches of the earth...

David Ricardo Garcia, age 62, passed away on April 01, 2022 at Christus Shoreline Hospital in Corpus Christi, Texas. He passed peacefully with his wife Linda and his God daughter Becky and other loved ones at bedside. David, known to family and friends as Ricky, was born November 17, 1959, in Abilene, Texas. Adopted at age of 6 months by Rev. Ernesto Garcia and Isaura Sanchez Garcia, they brought him into a Christian home and was raised in the ways of God and his mighty promises. He was taught that nothing was impossible and that all the riches of the earth had already been promised him. With his strong faith he faced the world daily and always knew that he had a praying family at home....

Rafael Escobar Sr. peacefully passed on March 20, 2022 at the age of 91. Rafael Escobar Sr. was born on November 25, 1930 in Ben Bolt, Texas to parents Eleuterio and Andrea Farias Escobar. Rafael received his education at Ben Bolt schools where he participated in various sports. He joined the Army in 1948, serving in the 89th Engineer Port Construction Company during the Korean War. While serving in the Army, he also continued his athletic career in Track and Field and was honorably discharged in 1952. He retired from Bridwell Oil Company after 43 years of employment and was highly respected in the oil field industry. Rafael married Beatriz Robles Vela in 1954 and celebrated 51 years of...

Texas Visitation will be held on Thursday March 24, 2022 at St. Peter Mission in Ben Bolt, TX from 8-10 AM, Holy Rosary at 10 AM and funeral mass following at 11 AM. Burial to follow with military honors at Calaveras Cemetery in Ben Bolt, TX. Services entrusted to Roberson Funeral Home Alice.

Dateline: Alice, Tx. Rolando Solis, age 47, passed away on Wednesday, March 2, 2022 in a Corpus Christi, Tx. hospital following an extended illness. Rolando was born December 2, 1974 in Corpus Christi, Texas to Innocensia Solis. Rolando was a concrete worker for over 20 years. He loved the Dallas Cowboys, BBQing, and spending time with his family. Rolando loved to joke and make people laugh. He is preceded in death by his mother. Survivors: Daughter: Olivia Soliz of Alice, Texas Brother: Lupe Solis of Dallas, Texas Sister: Rachel Molina of Alice, Texas Numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins A visitation will be held Friday, March 11, 2022 from 9 am to 3 pm in the Roberson Funeral...

Dateline: Alice, Tx. Elida "Lita" Escobar went to be with our Lord on January 18, 2022 at the age of 89, peacefully and surrounded by her loving family at her bedside. Lita was a proud catholic, a loving wife, mother, sister, aunt, and friend who will be dearly missed. She was a strong woman with a voice and mind of her own, who unconditionally loved her family. Lita worked at Haggar Clothing Co. in the Robstown Plant for many years, and then worked at Alice P&S Hospital. She was devout catholic, always eager to learn more and serve our Lord in any way she could. Lita was a dedicated member of St. Peter Catholic Church of Ben Bolt, where she was previously the CCD Director for many...

ALICE- Josie Franco, age 75, wife to Rene Franco Sr., and loving mother of three, passed away peacefully in the early hours, Tuesday, December 14th. She was in her home, surrounded by her husband of 54 years, her children, grandchildren, and sister. Josie had a servant heart and had a positive influence on students she taught and counseled. She was a faithful servant of her Lord Jesus and served him tirelessly in and out of her church. Josie was born on October 25, 1946 in Robstown, Texas. She is survived by her husband, Rene Franco Sr. and her loving sister, Rosie Gonzalez. Her children include Michele (Mark) Oliver and granddaughter, Alexis Gresens. Daughter, Audra (Marc) Weinstein...

Timeline: Alice, Texas Fidencio "Flaco" Escamilla Jr., age 41, passed away Saturday, December 4, 2021 at his residence. He was born August, 31, 1980 in Alice, Texas to Fidencio Sr. and Linda Trevino Escamilla. He was well known as the Terminator to his classmates. He was employed with South Texas Fencing and Trenching as a forklift operator for many years. He enjoyed spending time with his family, friends BBQing, hunting, and being at the ranch attending his horse. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him. He is preceded in death by his father Fidencio "La Changa" Escamilla Sr., paternal grandparents Juan and Agapita Escamilla, Maternal grandparents Maria Escobar Trevino and Daniel...

Timeline: Alice, Texas Fidencio "Flaco" Escamilla Jr., age 41, passed away Saturday, December 4, 2021 at his residence. He was born August, 31, 1980 in Alice, Texas to Fidencio Sr. and Linda Trevino Escamilla. He was well known as the Terminator to his classmates. He was employed with South Texas Fencing and Trenching as a forklift operator for many years. He enjoyed spending time with his family, friends BBQing, hunting, and being at the ranch attending his horse. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him. He is preceded in death by his father Fidencio "La Changa" Escamilla Sr., paternal grandparents Juan and Agapita Escamilla, Maternal grandparents Maria Escobar Trevino and Daniel...