Obituaries

Jimmie Carol Hart

Jimmie Carol Hart

Jul 31, 2025

Jimmie Carol (Freeland) Hart was born May 3, 1938 and passed from this world at the age of 87 on July 31, 2025 in the Woodlands, Texas.

Jimmie graduated from Aransas Pass High School where she met the love of her life of 55 years, James “Jim” Hart. She worked at KTBC – TV and as a secretary in the engineering...

Aneita Ortiz-Cedeño

Aneita Ortiz-Cedeño

Jul 30, 2025

Aneita Ortiz-Cedeno, a devoted mother, healer, and organizer for child welfare, poverty alleviation, and mental health; passed away peacefully, next to her weenie dog, Skye, on July 30, 2025, at the age of 54. Her life was a fierce testament to service and resilience. To know her was to witness love in motion.

Born and raised in Emeryville, California, Aneita went on...

Leonel Morales

Leonel Morales

Jul 30, 2025

It is with heavy hearts and warm memories that we announce the passing of our beloved Leonel Morales, who left this world on July 30, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on January 10, 1951, in San Carlos, Tamaulipas Mexico,  Leonel lived a remarkable life filled with love, laughter, and a passion for life that touched everyone who had...

Nalda Louise Sullivan

Nalda Louise Sullivan

Jul 28, 2025

Nalda Louise Sullivan, 95, of Ingleside on the Bay, Texas, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2025, in Portland, Texas.

Nalda was born on January 16, 1930, in Corsicana, Texas, to the late Homer and Katie Bell Crawford. Proud of her heritage, Nalda carried her Native American roots with honor throughout her life. On January 14, 1947, she married the...

Olan Deamon Brooks , Jr.

Olan Deamon Brooks , Jr.

Jul 27, 2025

In Loving Memory of Olan Deamon Brooks JrJuly 24, 1947 – July 27, 2025Olan Brooks Jr, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025, at the age of 78. Born on July 24, 1947, in Jacksonville, Florida. After high school, Olan served in the U.S. Army and was wounded in Vietnam. He went on to build a successful...

Samuel "Sammy" Armando Garcia

Samuel "Sammy" Armando Garcia

Jul 22, 2025

In Loving Memory of Samuel “Sammy” Armando Garcia

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Samuel “Sammy” Armando Garcia—beloved partner, father, stepfather, Popo, and friend. Sam passed away on July 22, 2025, at the age of 60, after a brief but courageous battle with cancer.

Born in Rockport and raised in Three Rivers, Texas, Sam lived a life...

Shirley Ann Messmer James

Shirley Ann Messmer James

Jul 22, 2025

Shirley Ann Messmer James, 86, of Aransas Pass, Texas passed away Peacefully with her loved ones beside her on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. She was born on September 27, 1938, in Harlingen, Texas to Alvin Charles Messmer and Gertrude Wentz Messmer. She was employed by S&Q Clothiers Downtown and Parkdale Plaza for 14 years.

Shirley was a devoted housewife and mother...

Jesus "Jessie" Huerta

Jesus "Jessie" Huerta

Jul 22, 2025

 With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Jesus “Jessie” Huerta, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who left this world on July 22, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on January 1, 1938, to Asuncion Huerta Sr. and Dolores Villanueva in San Julian, Jalisco, Mexico, Jessie’s life was a mosaic of love, resilience, and unforgettable memories.

 He is preceded...

David Gibson

David Gibson

Jul 20, 2025

David Sewell GibsonJune 20, 1944 - July 20, 2025David Gibson, 81, of Rockport, Texas, passed away on July 20, 2025, leaving this world held by family and received by grace.He was born on June 20, 1944 in Fort Worth, Texas to Lynn and Josephine Gibson. David grew up in Temple and Fort Worth. He opened Gibson Beauty Supply in 1966...

Larnie Reyes

Larnie Reyes

Jul 18, 2025

Larnie Mae England Reyes AKA "Kitty"

 Kitty was 82yrs old and a loved resident of Rockport TX. She was born on August 15, 1942 in Mullens W.V. to Ruby Bogges and Mathew Abner England. Kitty was an only child. She was married to Gonzalo Reyes for 42yrs. 

Kitty was the most caring and kind soul that you would ever meet. The thing...

George Donovan Wise-(Wilson)

George Donovan Wise-(Wilson)

Jul 17, 2025

George Donovan Wise (Wilson), known affectionately as “Georgie,” passed away on July 17th, 2025, in Luling, Texas, at the age of 55. Born on August 19th, 1969, he grew up surrounded by the sun and surf of Port Isabelle and South Padre Island, Texas, a place that shaped his lifelong love for the ocean and the freedom it represented.

Georgie was...

Fred Warren M.D.

Fred Warren M.D.

Jul 17, 2025

Dr. Fred Dixon Warren, 79, passed quietly on July 17, 2025, after a prolonged illness. He was born on January 13, 1946, in Athens, Ga. To Dr. C. D. Warren and Doris Wheeler Warren.

Fred enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps and served as a sergeant. He attended college both at the University of Georgia and at Georgia Southern and achieved...

Capt. Charles "Charlie" Newton

Capt. Charles "Charlie" Newton

Jul 17, 2025

Capt. Charles "Charlie" Newton

May 15, 1939 - July 17, 2025

Charles Newton, age 86, of Portland, Texas, passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 17, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.

Born on May 15, 1939, to Oscar and Ruby Elizabeth (Ruble) Newton in Dallas, Texas, Charles lived a rich, full life with many stories to tell. From pouring...

Todd Allan Jackson

Todd Allan Jackson

Jul 14, 2025

Todd A Jackson, 54 of Aransas Pass, Texas, passed away unexpectedly on July 14th, 2025, leaving behind a legacy filled with laughter, adventure, and cherished memories. Born on November 26, 1970, in San Jose, California, Todd was the first son of James David and Deborah Jackson. As a child of a military family, Todd had the opportunity to experience a...

Tena McGue

Tena McGue

Jul 14, 2025

Tena McGue Carter, 69, of Rockport, TX passed away in Portland TX from lung cancer (Stop Smoking!)

Tena is survived by her husband Don Carter, whom they adored each other. They were Frick and Frack.

3 children Deric Brown of Indiana, Heather (Jeff) Short of Williamsport, OH, and Tiffany Deihl of Shippensburg, PA. 3 things that were most important to her, her...

Douglas Paul Ames

Douglas Paul Ames

Jul 12, 2025

Douglas Paul Ames was born in Waterville, Maine on July 1, 1958, and passed away on July 12, 2025, in Ingleside, Tx. He is survived by his wife, Sidney Ames and his daughter Brandi Carreon. He is also survived by his mother, Martha Bisson, his brother Dennis Ames, his sister Roxanne Wilson, and granddaughter Trinity Carreon. 

He is preceded in death by his father, Buddy Ames and...

Connie Jo Gifford

Connie Jo Gifford

Jul 12, 2025

Connie Jo Gifford, 60, of Ingleside, Texas, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, love, and cherished memories.

Born in Denver, Colorado, on November 5, 1964, to John and JoAnn Cunningham, Connie was a proud graduate of Brighton High School. She later moved to Ingleside, where she became a beloved fixture in the community, owning...

Shan Hutchison

Shan Hutchison

Jul 11, 2025

Shan B Hutchison of a Rockport, Texas, passed away on July 11, 2025 at the age of 57. He was born on September 10, 1967, to Bill Hutchison and Edeltraud Hutchison in Waco, Texas. Shan graduated from Rockport Fulton High in 1985. After graduating he enlisted in the Marine Corps and served for 12 years , active duty and then...

Leonardo "Leo" Campos

Leonardo "Leo" Campos

Jul 9, 2025

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Leonardo “Leo” Campos, age 18, on July 9, 2025, in Aransas Pass, Texas. Born on March 8, 2007, in Cuero, Texas, Leo was a bright light in the lives of many, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and boundless enthusiasm.

 A dedicated student, Leo was an active participant in...