Legacy Chapels

Ada Margaret Davis, entered eternal rest on Wednesday, January 1, 2025 at the age of 98. Ada will be missed by her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and anyone who ever met her. She enriched their lives with her warm, caring personality and easy smile. Memorial service will be from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. with a 3:30 p.m. Celebration of Life Sunday, January 19, 2025, at Legacy Chapels in Edinburg.

Patricia Hansen, 76, entered eternal rest on Monday, December 30, 2024. Ms. Hansen was a loving mother, grandma, daughter, sister, aunt and cousin. She raised 3 children while working and going to school to be an RN. She worked 30 plus years with Valley Baptist Medical Center. She was a very generous person. She always was baking for friends and coworkers and always helping anyone in need. Ms. Hansen is survived by Chris (Tom) White, Dianna (Miguel) Mendoza, and John (Melanie) Hansen; 2 brothers, Bill and Tom Reininger; 7 grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends. We all love and miss you. In Lieu of flowers, family request you donate to Parkinson's...

Alfonso Longoria, 81, a beloved father, veteran, entrepreneur, and community member, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. Mr. Longoria is preceded in death by his parents, Marcelino and Guadalupe (Villarreal) Longoria; brother, Domingo Longoria; sister, Margarita Trevino. Mr. Longoria was born on August 4, 1943, in Edinburg, Texas. Al proudly served in the United States Marine Corps, where he was awarded the Purple Heart three times for his bravery and dedication during his service. His commitment to his country was a defining aspect of his life, and he carried the values of honor and courage with him always. After returning from military service, Mr. Longoria made...

Viola S. Champion, 95, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 26, 2024, in Cypress, Texas. She was born on February 27, 1929, in McAllen, Texas, to Rosa C. Saenz and Jesus L. Saenz. Mrs. Champion is preceded in death by her parents; 4 sisters, Virginia S. Brooks, Dora S. Guerra, Connie S. Rutledge, and Gloria S. Medina. Mrs. Champion was a proud resident of McAllen, Texas and was a graduate of Class of 1947, at McAllen High School. She continued her education by attending McAllen Business College. Viola worked in the banking industry for over 30 years, helping many families improve their lives. Mrs. Champion is survived by her sister, Lucille S. Barrientes; 3 children, Joyce,...

MCALLEN - Reginaldo "Reggie" Garcia, 71, went to his eternal home with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Thursday, June 13, 2024, in Edinburg. Reggie fought the good fight, he finished the race, he kept the faith (II Timothy 4:7). Reggie was preceded in death by his parents, Reginaldo and Refugio Garcia. He was known for his love of classic cars and Harley Davidson motorcycles. Mr. Garcia is survived by his wife, Amy Luna-Garcia; two sons, Joshua (Tricia) Luna, and Reginaldo (Sueyshen) Garcia III; three grandchildren, Jaelan, Jaliyah and Jace; two sisters, Graciela (Jose) Garcia-Perez, and Lucila Lagace; a niece and nephew, Alissa Perez, and Sergio Perez; two sisters-in-law, Odilia...

Lucas Roel Alaniz (musician, songwriter, outdoorsman, husband, father, son, brother, cousin, friend, and teacher) passed from this world 800 years too soon on May 19th, at the age of 49. Born December 27th, 1974 in Edinburg, TX, Lucas was the beloved and strong willed middle child of Gilbert and Janie Alaniz. Growing up with them, his two brothers, extended family, and friends, he filled those days with fun, laughter, horseback riding, hunting, fishing, drumming, and occasional hellraising. In 1999 he met a girl named Lauren and told her he was going to marry her on their first date. She replied that yes, he was. Twenty five years together (longer together than either had been alive before...

Gilberto L. Guerra Sr., 78, went to his eternal home with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Saturday, July 29, 2023, in McAllen. Gilberto "fought the good fight, he finished the race, he kept the faith" (II Timothy 4:7). Mr. Guerra was born in Rio Grande City to Ciro Guerra and Ernestina Gomez. Gilbert was preceded in death by his parents; six siblings, Leonel Guerra, Ernestina G. Cavazos, Ruben Guerra, Ciro Guerra Jr., Guadalupe G. Castro, and Bertha G. Rogers. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Alicia Munoz Guerra; five children, Gilbert L. (Estela) Guerra Jr., Gabriel L. (Fausta) Guerra, Gerard L. (Clarissa) Guerra, Gerald L. (Dalia) Guerra, Liza Marie (Rene) Guerra; seven...

Betty Jean (Salisbury) Stewart, 94, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 15, 2023 in Edinburg surrounded by her family. Mrs. Stewart was preceded in death by her husband, James Stewart; her son, Richard Stewart; her parents Donald and Hettie Mae Salisbury; in-laws Frank and Anna Bell Stewart. Mrs. Stewart was born in Edinburg on February 23, 1929, to Donald and Hettie Mae Salisbury also of Edinburg. She was a only child. Mrs. Stewart attended Edinburg Schools where after graduation began working for Yoder Motor Company. After some time she met our dad James Stewart. He was the love of her life. On December 22, 1950, she married James Clifton Stewart of Edcouch-Elsa. After their...

Minerva Rendon Ortega, 75, went to her eternal home with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Monday, July 10, 2023, in McAllen. Minerva fought the good fight, she finished the race, she kept the faith (II Timothy 4:7). Minerva was preceded in death by her parents, Casimiro R. Rendon and Amelia Rendon; her sister, Elia Mancha; three brothers, C.R. Rendon Jr, Roberto Rendon, and Joel Rendon; brother-in-law, Phil LaRock. Minerva graduated from Edinburg High School in 1966 and received a music scholarship to Del Mar college in Corpus Christi. She also attended The University of Texas Pan American. Minerva worked over 30 years with Southwestern Bell and always volunteered selflessly with the...