Obituaries

Jesus Cervantes Rodriguez, 62, of South Bay, Florida, formerly of Knippa, died on Feb. 8, 2026, at Lakeside Medical Center in Belle Glade, Florida. He was born on June 21, 1963, in Knippa to Ernestina (Cervantes) and Guadalupe M. Rodriguez. He spent most of his life working as a dedicated truck driver. In his free time, he found great joy […]

Helen Mata, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 22, 2026, at the age of 67. Born June 2, 1958, in Uvalde, Texas, Helen was the daughter of Porfirio Ybarra Jr. and Trinidad B. Ybarra. She married her husband Bruno A. Mata II on June 21, 1989. They later made their […]

Jesus “Flaco” Rodriguez III, 45, of Uvalde died on March 8, 2026, in Uvalde. He was born on Nov. 8, 1980, in Carrizo Springs to Olivia (Chapa) and Jesus Rodriguez. He attended Uvalde High School and went on to build an over 10-year career as a lineman. He most recently worked for 3S Services Electrical Distribution. He dedicated himself to […]

Gloria Castillo Ortiz, 79, of San Antonio, formerly of Uvalde, died March 1, 2026, at Vitas hospice in San Antonio with her daughter Janell Ortiz by her side. There will be a graveside service at 11 a.m. May 9 at Hillcrest Cemetery. She was born on July 26, 1946, in San Antonio to Isabel (Rodriguez) and Alejandro Castillo. She graduated […]

Troy Allen Nevarez, 32, of Uvalde died on March 7, 2026, in Uvalde. He was born on Nov. 8, 1993, in San Antonio to Linda (Morales) Nevarez and Efrain Nevarez Jr. He is survived by his parents of Uvalde; maternal grandparents, Alvina Granado and Jesus Morales Jr., both of Uvalde; sister, Alexandra Jacobi Rincon and husband, Aaron of San Antonio; […]

Judy Jane “Juju” DeRusha, 75, of Bandera, died on March 10, 2026, at Methodist Hospital in San Antonio. Services will be held at 3 p.m. March 20 at North Side Baptist Church in Uvalde. Burial and a celebration of life will follow at Lockney Cemetery. She was born on July 26, 1950, in Plainview to Lillie Mae (Foster) and Andrew […]

Jesus Arias Jr., 56, died on March 7, 2026, at Warm Springs Rehabilitation Hospital in San Antonio. He was born July 3, 1969, in Chicago, Illinois. He later moved to Uvalde, where he made his home and became part of the community. Arias was a devoted Catholic who cherished the Bible and sought to live by the teachings of Jesus […]

In Loving Memory of Frank Mendeke Sr. Oct. 10, 1939 – Feb. 25, 2026 Frank Mendeke Sr., a man of quiet resolve, lifelong athleticism, and deep loyalty, passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home on Feb. 25, 2026. He was 86 years old. At the time of his passing, Frank was with his family at home, ending a […]

Claude “Bubba” Frank Cannon III Aug. 3, 1945 – March 8, 2026 Lometa, Texas Claude Frank Cannon III, affectionately known “Bubba,” was a remarkable individual whose legacy will be cherished by all who knew him. Born on Aug. 3, 1945, in Houston, Texas, Bubba embodied the spirit of a true cowboy, yet his contributions extended passed the realm of ranch […]

Cristina Victorino, 59, of La Pryor died on Feb. 26, 2026, at Methodist Specialty and Transplant Hospital in San Antonio. Visitation will begin at 2 p.m. March 9, and a rosary will be recited at 7 p.m., at Rushing-Estes-Knowles Mortuary. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10 a.m. March 10 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in La […]