Obituaries

Concepcion Gloria Guerra, age 79, passed away September 7, 2022 at her residence in Alice, Texas. She was born April 24, 1943 in Alice, Texas to Candelario and Josefa Gonzalez.

Genoveva “Ama” Garza, 94 years of age, entered into eternal rest on Monday, September 5, 2022 at her residence with her loving daughter at her bedside. She was born in Ramirez, Texas on April 28, 1928 to her parents, Cristobal and Dominga Rodriguez. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and God mother to many who dedicated her life to her family. She was an avid Dallas Cowboys and Houston Astros fan and was a gifted seamstress, who enjoyed cooking and watching TV. Genoveva will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Pedro “Pete” Garza Sr. and her son, Pedro “Pete” Garza Jr.; six sisters and four brothers. Genoveva is survived by her daughter, Barbara Barrera (Leonel Jr.) of Freer, Texas; two granddaughters, Cynthia Barrera Garza (Oscar) and Sandra Barrera San Miguel (Gilbert) both of Kingsville, Texas; four great grandsons, Christian Garza, Sergio San Miguel, Nicholas Garza, and Jaime San Miguel; one brother, Julian Rodriguez (Magdalena) of Alice, Texas; numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held at 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 11, 2022 at the Garza Funeral Home in Freer, Texas with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. that evening. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, September 12, 2022 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Freer, Texas. Interment will follow at Hahl Memorial Cemetery in Freer, Texas. Anyone wishing to leave condolences for the family may do so at www. garzafuneralhome.com Arrangements entrusted to Garza Funeral Home, San Diego, Texas 361-279-3311.

Nathan E. “Skeeter” Tinney, Jr., age 71, passed away on Friday, August 19, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Juan G. Ramos, “Johnny”, 72, of Alice, Texas, passed away Tuesday, August 23, 2022, at his home while surrounded by close family and friends. He was born on August 19, 1950, in San Diego, Texas to Ponciano and Paula G. Ramos. Johnny was blessed and gifted with a talent to sing and perform conjunto and Tejano music. Aside from singing to family and friends at every opportunity, Johnny was very well known as a band member and singer for Ruben Naranjo y Los Gamblers, Rene Joslin y Los Favoritos and Los Estrenos de Mando Garza. His passion for music earned him an induction and award to the Tejano R.O.O.T.S Hall of Fame Museum. Everyone who knew Johnny felt his big heart and giving nature. He was a hard worker and had an amazing sense of humor, always joking and laughing. He will be missed, especially by his wife and children. Johnny is survived by his wife, Gloria, of 38 years, 7 sons, Juan Jesus, Ponciano (Melissa), Gilbert (Beatris), Javier, Robert (Maricela), Randy (Toni), Johnny (Rosie), 2 daughters Rafaela and Thelma, 28 grandchildren, 35 great grandchildren, and many loving nieces and nephews, brother Ponciano Ramos Jr. and sister Lucy Guzman and extended family. Johnny was a loving father, husband, grandfather, and friend to many. A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, September 10, 2022 starting with a viewing and visitation at 10:00 A.M. at Rosas Funeral Home Chapel. A Holy Rosary will be recited at 11:30 A.M. Funeral Procession will depart the funeral home at 12:30 P.M. to St. Francis De Paula Catholic Church of San Diego. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 1:00 P.M. Burial will follow at the San Diego Cemetery. Serving as Pallbearers will be Jesus Benavides Jr., Christopher Benavides, Javier Alejandro Ramos, Michael Eric Ramos, Ponciano Ramos Jr. Isaac Ramos, Robert Ramos Jr. and Randy Ramos Jr. Rosas Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements

Jose Maria Peña Jr. “Joe”, age 74, passed away September 3, 2022 in Orange Grove, Texas surrounded by his family. He was born January 4, 1948 in Robstown, Texas to Jose Maria Peña Sr. and Anastacia Ramirez Peña. Joe proudly served his country by enlisting in the United States Army followed by the National Guard. His career as a truck driver paved his way to owning his own company, Peña Trucking. He was known to many for his love of manicured lawns. Joe was a family-oriented man who enjoyed the company of his family. Joe will be remembered as a humble man who enjoyed the simple things in life. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jose Maria Peña Sr. and Anastacia Ramirez Peña; son, Marco Antonio

Julie Lynn Brandt entered eternal rest August 24, 2022, at the age of 62. She was born July 28, 1960 in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, to the late Paul and Joyce Okerman. She was a free spirit, always smiling and laughing and loved her life. She was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, aunt, friend, daughter in law, sister in law and teacher. She was preceded in death by her late husband, Richard Alan Landeche; her parents, Paul and Joyce Okerman; her grandson, Nicholas Alan Brandt; in-laws Cecil and Gwen Brandt. Julie leaves behind her husband, Willie Brandt of 31 years, her daughter Kristin (Tony) Mechell, her daughter Rebecca (Scott) Stewart; grandchildren Alexis Lynn Barron, Taylor Elizabeth Barron, Tony Jayden Mechell, Mason Richard Mechell; great-grandchildren, Hensley Brandt, Brinley Brandt, Hadley Brandt, Aayden Villarreal and Aaliyah Villarreal; siblings David (Joanne) Okerman, Kathy Akerman, Paula (Bill) Patterson; numerous nieces and nephews, in laws, family members and friends. Upon Julie’s wishes, there will be no formal services as she requested everyone celebrate her life in their own way as they remember her. In lieu of flowers, please feel free to send donations to the American Cancer Society.

“The dictionary is the only place that success comes before work. work is the key to success, and hard work can help you accomplish anything.” - Vince Lombardi A hard worker with a humble heart, Frank Olguin Torres, age 76, of Corpus Christi, passed away on Wednesday, August 31, 2022. Frank was born February 19, 1946, to Manuel and Filomena Torres. He grew up in Monahans, Texas, with his siblings Nancy, Manuelita, Blasa, Ramona, Nell, Susie, Rosa, Irene, and Manuel, Jr. Frank married his one true love, Sylvia, on June 28, 1968. They met at church in 1967, when his mom (who was very persistent) wanted Sylvia to meet her son. When hard times hit, their love overcame all obstacles. Even though he joked about divorce saying, “it’s cheaper to keeper,” Sylvia remained number one even when his health declined. They celebrated their 53rd wedding anniversary on a celebration cruise. He loved her dearly and was so proud to become a father to their children Michael, Benji, and Adele. A true family man, he always put the family first before himself. Frank cherished time golfing with his sons and took the time to teach his daughter how to be independent. As they were growing up, when he had to scold his children, he would always finish his lecture with “ya big dummy!” Frank had an incredible work ethic. In any and all work, he took pride and passion in what he did, and was meticulous in his work. At the age of nine, he was shining shoes. At 16, he painted signs and was a drummer in a Tejano band. When he was 20, he started doing body work and vintage car restoration. His patience in complex situations helped him achieve. When he was 46, Frank opened and operated his own restaurant, “Crossroads Bar-B-Q” in Alice, Texas for 23 years. He woke up early every day to chop wood and make all the dishes from scratch, including the barbeque sauce and spices. That hard work paid off, as his restaurant was mentioned twice in Texas Monthly magazine for Exceptional Bar-B-Que

Juan G. Ramos, “Johnny”, 72, of Alice, Texas, passed away Tuesday, August 23, 2022, at his home while surrounded by close family and friends. He was born on August 19, 1950, in San Diego, Texas to Ponciano and Paula G. Ramos. Johnny as he was known by many worked in the oil and gas industry for many years with various companies from around the area. He was a hard-working man and made sure to provide for his family all that they needed. He will be remembered for his love of the holidays and having his family together and all sharing a special meal for the occasion. He had a passion for working his land and improving it with his tractor. At times you could fine him Bar-B-Queuing for his family. Johnny was blessed and gifted with a talent to sing and perform conjunto and Tejano music. Aside from singing to family and friends at every opportunity, Johnny was very well known as a band member and singer for Ruben Naranjo y Los Gamblers, Rene Joslin y Los Favoritos and Los Estrenos de Mando Garza. His passion for music earned him an induction and award to the Tejano R.O.O.T.S Hall of Fame Museum. Everyone who knew Johnny felt his big heart and giving nature. He was a hard worker and had an amazing sense of humor, always joking and laughing. He will be missed, especially by his wife and children Johnny is survived by his wife, Gloria, of 38 years, 7 sons, Juan Jesus, Ponciano (Melissa), Gilbert (Beatris), Javier, Robert (Maricela), Randy (Toni), Johnny (Rosie), 2 daughters Rafaela and Thelma, 28 grandchildren, 35 great grandchildren, and many loving nieces, nephews, and extended family. Johnny was a loving father, husband, grandfather, and friend to many. A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday September 10,2022 starting with a viewing and visitation at 10:00 A.M. at Rosas Funeral Home Chapel. A Holy Rosary will be recited at 11:30A.M. Funeral Procession will depart the funeral home at 12:30 P.M. to St. Francis De Paula Catholic Church of San Diego. Funeral M