Obituaries

Linda Bechtol

Linda Bechtol

Jun 8, 2025

Linda Lee Bechtol passed away peacefully on June 7, 2025, surrounded by the love and comfort of her family. She was 85 years old.

Born in Dallas on April 24, 1940 to her mother Mary Helen and lovingly raised by her stepfather, Fred Bell, whom she considered her true father, Linda lived a life marked by faith, service, strength, and a...

Dwain Dickey

Dwain Dickey

Jun 8, 2025

Dwain Dickey of Rockport, Texas, formerly of Henrietta, passed away on June 8, 2025. Born on March 21, 1942, in Deer Creek, Texas, Robbie Dwain Dickey was the son of G.V. “Doc” and Gwendolyn Dickey. He graduated from Midway High School, served in the National Guard, and earned his degree from Midwestern State University. He married Melanie McClister Hilburn, and...

Angie Adame Tiemann

Angie Adame Tiemann

Jun 7, 2025

ANGIE CASTILLO ADAME TIEMANN, born May 11, 1944, passed away on June 7, 2025, at the age of 81. She was a loving daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Angie was also a loyal friend—if you were lucky enough to know her, you knew her kindness, strength, and quick wit. She had a wonderful sense of humor and always knew...

Joe Louis DeAses

Joe Louis DeAses

Jun 7, 2025

It is with very heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joe L. DeAses, son, husband, father, brother, and nephew, who left us peacefully at his home on June 7, 2025.

Joe was born the oldest son to Joe and Mary DeAses on December 26, 1960, in Refugio, Texas.

Joe was a dedicated law enforcement officer for many years in this...

Jimmy Marion Farrier

Jimmy Marion Farrier

Jun 7, 2025

Jimmy Marion Farrier of Aransas Pass, TX, passed away from this life on June 7, 2025, at the age of 83. He was born on August 24, 1941, in Three Rivers, TX.Jimmy was a production foreman for Amoco Oil Company for many years before retiring in Aransas Pass, TX. He loved gardening, birding, fishing, camping and doing jigsaw puzzles. He...

Ruth Ann Flirt

Ruth Ann Flirt

Jun 7, 2025

In Loving Memory of Ruth Ann Flirt. A Life of Quiet Grace, Fierce Love, and Unshakable Devotion

With hearts full of sorrow and gratitude, we gather to celebrate the life of Ruth Ann Flirt—our mother, grandmother, aunt, friend, and the steady light of our family. She was affectionately known as the heart of our home—the quiet strength behind our joy and...

Demetrio "Mitch" Chupe

Demetrio "Mitch" Chupe

Jun 5, 2025

Demetrio “Mitch” F. Chupe, Jr. passed away June 5, 2025, at the age of 72 with his family by his side. Mitch was born to Demetrio and Pauline Chupe, Sr. on March 27, 1953, in Aransas Pass, Texas.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Pauline F. Chupe and his sister, Henrietta Rios.

Mitch is survived by his loving wife of...

Augrelia Benavidez

Augrelia Benavidez

Jun 3, 2025

Augrelia “Janie” Benavidez, 99, of Aransas Pass, Texas, passed away on June 3, 2025, in Aransas Pass after a brief battle with dementia. She was born on June 16, 1925, in Goliad, Texas, to Trinidad Jaurequi and was an only child.Augrelia was a dedicated housekeeper, skilled seamstress, and avid crafter who especially loved sewing for her children. She cherished family...

Joaquin Martinez Jr.

Joaquin Martinez Jr.

Jun 2, 2025

It is with heavy hearts the passing of Joaquin Martinez Jr. he was born on July 21st, 1944, in Bay City Texas. He went peacefully on June 2nd, 2025, surrounded by family. He is survived by his loving wife, Elena, children, Rosario and Joaquin (Andrea); grandchildren, Nicole (Mike), Anthony (Katelyn) Sierra, Amanda (James), Madison, Christian, Nicolas, Samantha, Mariah, Bridget, Pheonix,...

Robert Olive

Robert Olive

Jun 1, 2025

Robert O. Olive of Rockport, Texas, passed away peacefully June 1, 2025. He was born July 5, 1930, in Washington. D. C. to Rucker Henry Olive and Carrie Moore Olive. He spent his early life in Olivia, N. C., graduated from Benhaven High School, and, during the Korean War, joined the U. S. Air Force where he served as a...

Orlando Zuniga

Orlando Zuniga

May 29, 2025

Orlando Rey Zuniga, also known as Rey-Rey, or Oz, passed away on Thursday, May 29th, 2025.

Rey was born on October 15th, 1982 in Corpus Christi, TX to Cynthia Lynn Campbell and Roberto Zuniga. He grew up in Rockport, TX, along side his twin brother, Ross, and his two older brothers, Bobby and Tanner. The boys had a very close bond,...

Alan Arter

Alan Arter

May 27, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Alan Lee Arter, who left us peacefully on May 27, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on November 3, 1951, in Fresno, California, to Elbert and Barbara Arter, Alan lived a life full of love, laughter, and hard work. Alan was a devoted family man who married his...

Carole Ruth Davis

Carole Ruth Davis

May 27, 2025

Carole Ruth Edwards Davis, 82, of Corpus Christi, TX, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2025

. She was born on October 20, 1942, in San Antonio, TX, to Glady and Davis Edwards. In her early years, Carole was known for her beauty and intelligence, and was fortunate to be able to skip two grades in school. For her entire life,...

John Scheibe

John Scheibe

May 27, 2025

John Allan Scheibe, born September 16, 1954, was an Army brat. (father: Col. George Scheibe, mother: Donna Cavanaugh Alexander) He spent several years of his youth in exotic places like Jordan and Turkey. He loved the water, so it wasn’t surprising that he loved fishing, diving, and working in the marine industry. He was a service technician for the marine...

David Leeroy Hudson

David Leeroy Hudson

May 26, 2025

David L. Hudson, better known as Tuffy Hudson, 73, of Aransas Pass, TX passed away Monday, May 26, 2025.Tuffy was born in Corpus Christi, TX on February 9, 1952, to Babe L. and Betty J. Hudson. His family moved to Houma, Louisiana shortly thereafter, where he was raised until moving to Ingleside, TX when he was in 7th grade. He...

Tina Ruizsoriano

Tina Ruizsoriano

May 25, 2025

Tina Marie Ruizsoriano (nee Escamia),48, of Mission TX, passed away on 25 May 2025 in San Antonio after a brief but fierce battle with breast cancer.

Tina was born in Port Lavaca, TX, in 1977, to parents Velma Jean Pina and James Escamia. At age 3, Tina showed remarkable athletic abilities when her parents enrolled her in Baton Twirling classes, a...

Lucy Gottschalk

Lucy Gottschalk

May 24, 2025

Lucy Gottschalk, age 93, passed away peacefully and entered into eternal rest on May 24, 2025, in Rockport, Texas, surrounded by her loving children and grandchildren.

Born on November 11, 1931, in San Antonio, Texas, Lucy was the beloved daughter of Jose and Delfina Navarro. She was one of many siblings and shared deep, loving relationships with them all: Stella Juarez,...

James Arlo Guthrie

James Arlo Guthrie

May 23, 2025

James Arlo Guthrie, 51, of  Rockport , Texas, passed away on May 23, 2025,  Born on February 20, 1974, in Andrews, Texas.

 James was a true Texan through and through. He lived life on his own terms and valued his independence, his routines, and the comfort of familiar surroundings. He especially enjoyed quiet days outdoors, fishing or simply relaxing with his...

Rebecca Ann Ditterline

Rebecca Ann Ditterline

May 22, 2025

Rebecca Ann Ditterline

September 16th, 1962 - May 22, 2025

Rebecca “Becky” Ann Ditterline, 62, passed from this life peacefully on Thursday, May 22nd, 2025, in Rockport, Texas. She was born in Falfurrias, Texas on September 16th, 1962, to Evelyn Wright and Willis Ditterline Sr.

The light of Becky’s life was spending time with her family, she was a beloved sister, aunt, great-aunt...

Tyler Wayne Bishop Hardy

Tyler Wayne Bishop Hardy

May 22, 2025

In Loving Memory of Tyler Wayne Bishop Hardy

With deepest sorrow, we share that Tyler Wayne Bishop Hardy passed away at the young age of 33. To know Tyler was to love him. He was magnetic, one of a kind, and utterly unforgettable.

Tyler was an unbelievably dynamic, multifaceted soul. He was layered with gifts and talents that could never be summed...