Obituaries
Jacqueline Johnston
Mar 30, 2025
Jacqueline Ruth "Johnston" Johnston, 89, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2025, in Rockport, Texas. Born on February 14, 1936, in Corpus Christi, Texas, Jacqueline lived a vibrant and impactful life marked by creativity, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit. Known affectionately as Jackie, she was a trailblazer in business and a dynamic presence in every community she touched. Over the years,...
Peggy Gene Flesher
Mar 30, 2025
Peggy Gene Flesher, passed away Sunday, March 30th in Rockport, Texas. She is now reunited with her family at the feet of Christ.
Peggy was born in Edinburg, Texas on January 28, 1932, to Bransford and Zenobia McDonald. In 1950 she married Robert William Flesher. Together they worked and enjoyed traveling the world, having lived overseas for twenty-four years. After retirement...
Donald Earl Mannor
Mar 29, 2025
Donald Earl Mannor, 85, of Interlochen, passed from this life on March 29, 2025, at Harbor Hospice House, Portland, Texas while surrounded by his family. He was born Feb. 10, 1940, in Buckley, the son of Francis Edwin and Lucille (Skellett) Mannor of Buckley.
Don was raised on the family farm and was the third child of seven. On Oct. 31,...
Alfredo "Fred" T Gonzales Jr.
Mar 25, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Alfredo T. Gonzales, who left to be with his Lord on March 25, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on November 24, 1941.
Residing in Rockport, Texas, Alfredo touched the lives of many through his genuine spirit and compassionate nature. He will be remembered not only as a cherished...
Anita Garcia Pena
Mar 22, 2025
**Obituary for Anita Garcia Pena**
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Anita Garcia Pena, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and cherished friend. Born on February 4, 1955, Anita departed this world on March 22, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and joy in Gregory, Texas, where she spent her treasured years.
Anita will be lovingly...
George Riekers
Mar 22, 2025
George Riekers 3rd George passed away on March 22, 2025. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y. on June 19, 1943 to George & Evelyn Riekers Jr. He grew up in Springfield Gardens, Queens, N.Y. and attended P.S. 37, Junior High 59 and Andrew Jackson High School. He was a Boy Scout and sang in the Youth Choir at the First Presbyterian Church....
Elizabeth Moers
Mar 20, 2025
Spring came early when Elizabeth Cornelia Jones Moers was born in Spokane, Washington on March 20, 1937, to Dr. Archie Neff Jones and Rosalie Cartier Jones. “Betsy” came into this world one day before the official start of Spring that year and she continued to personify the very essence of springtime for the next 88 years.
Betsy grew up the middle...
Patricia "Tina" Buenano
Mar 20, 2025
Patricia “Tina” Buenaño
October 31, 1939 - March 20, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce that our beautiful Tina has been called to our Lord in Heaven in the morning hours of Thursday, March 20, 2025.
Throughout her life, Tina was happiest being surrounded by as much family as possible. It was only fitting that on her passing, the beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother,...
Clifford Green
Mar 19, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Clifford J. Green, who left us on March 19, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on December 7, 1951, Clifford lived a vibrant life in Rockport, Texas, where he built cherished memories with family and friends. He is lovingly remembered by his devoted wife, Rochelle Green, who stood...
Elizabeth Rutherford Moore
Mar 18, 2025
Elizabeth Rutherford Moore
April 23, 1946 – March 18, 2025
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Elizabeth Rutherford Moore, known lovingly as Liz. She died peacefully at her home in Port Aransas, Texas, on March 18, 2025. She was born on April 23, 1946, in Flushing, Queens, New York City, to Harry Scott Brooke Moore and Elizabeth “Betty” Marshall Cox...
Doris Morgan
Mar 18, 2025
Doris Morgan left this world for eternal life with her savior on March 18, 2025. Born to Alvin and Clara Magnuson on March 17, 1935, in Foley, Alabama, she was raised in nearby Gulf Shores where she attended Lagoon Baptist Church. After seventh grade, Doris left school to help the family. Her jobs included picking cotton, heading shrimp and cleaning...
Severo Martinez Jr.
Mar 18, 2025
Severo “Shorty” Martinez was born November 17, 1935 in Lagarto, TX to Severo Martinez Sr & Refugia Martinez. Shorty was raised in Mathis, TX and eventually called Rockport home.Shorty was an extremely hard worker. He started from a young age working in the fields picking cotton to help support his family, to working as a Plumber along side his brother...
Gloria Morgan
Mar 17, 2025
Gloria Lee Morgan, 96, beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great-grandmother, Wife, and Daughter, was called to her eternal resting place on March 17, 2025. She entered this world on October 16, 1928, in Chicago, IL, born to Albert and Geneva Morgan.
Gloria will be going to her resting place with her husband, Col. Edward F. Morgan. As a military wife, she lived an...
Kazar Shooshan
Mar 15, 2025
Kazar Richard "Dick" Shooshan lived a full life starting in Somerville, Massachusetts on September 22, 1935 and ending on Saturday, March 15, 2025. Dick spent his childhood in Onset, Massachusetts and graduated from Wareham High School He went on to receive a Bachelor Degree in Accounting from Bentley University, which led to a career as a Controller for varied companies...
Jesusa Garcia Hernandez
Mar 14, 2025
Jesusa Garcia Hernandez, 78, passed away on March 14, 2025, in Gregory, Texas. She was born on March 11, 1946, in Kingsville, Texas.
Jesusa dedicated much of her career to serving others as a cafeteria clerk at Taft Hospital and Austin Elementary in Gregory. Through her work, she connected with many people in the community and took pride in her role.
She...
Joe G. Barrera, Sr.
Mar 14, 2025
Joe G. Barrera Sr.
03/06/1938 – 03/14/2025
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Joe G. Barrera, Sr., who left this world peacefully on March 14, 2025, at the age of 87. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, Joe’s life was a testament to love, faith, and generosity.
With a heart as strong as the metal he welded,...
Richard Dale Cole
Mar 14, 2025
Richard Dale Cole passed away March 14, 2025. He was 73 years old. He was born December 24, 1951 in Rockport, Texas to Winfred and Evelyn Cole.
Richard worked for many years in Port Aransas doing maintenance for local condominiums.
Richard was a great baseball player, enjoyed playing darts, and hunting.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his...
Treva Jean Edwardson
Mar 14, 2025
Mrs. Treva Jean Edwardson (Jeanie) went peacefully from the arms of her daughters to the arms of her trusted Savior on March 14th 2025. She had been anticipating the happy reunion with her husband and son and we rejoice with her. Treva was born on April 13th 1944 in Syracuse KS to Ike and Fanny Hartshorn.
She loved the Lord with...
John Michael McNatt
Mar 13, 2025
John Michael McNatt of Port Aransas died Thursday, March 13, 2025.
He was proceeded in death by his mother and father, Emma and Charles McNatt.
He survived by his close friends and family including, Debbie Fawley; a son, Joshua McNatt; a daughter, Courtney Ham (Grant Ham); a granddaughter, Elyse Ham. A sister, Patricia Hadden (Ed Hadden) ; two brothers, Charles McNatt (Susie...
Paul Thomas Gerhard
Mar 11, 2025
Paul Thomas Gerhard passed away on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, in Rockport, Texas.
He was born in Summit, New Jersey, on June 4, 1955, the son of John T. Gerhard and Alice Miller Gerhard, who preceded him in death
Paul grew up in La Grange Park, Illinois, where he attended St. Joseph High School and Illinois State University.
In 1988, Paul moved to...