All Obituaries

Odem – Joe Arthur Rackley, Sr. passed away November 24, 2022. He was 96. Joe was born April 26, 1926 to Chester Arthur and Etta Parlee (Holland) Rackley. He was a resident of Odem, Texas and a native of South Texas. Joe was a World War II veteran in the United States Army and was also a retired Rancher-foreman. He was a beloved father, grandfather and friend who will be missed by all who knew him. He is preceded in death by his ex-wife: Ann Elizabeth Rackley; sister: Melba Elaine...

Sinton – Juanita Soto Martinez gained her wings Thursday, November 24, 2022 with her family at her side. She was 85. Our comfort is that she is with our Lord and she is no longer in pain. Juanita is reunited with her loving husband, daughter and family. “The loss is immeasurable, but so is the love left behind.” Juanita was a loving, devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. Thank you, mom, for all your love for us and for all the great memories....

Sinton – Rojelio Alaniz Nava, Sr. passed away November 23, 2022. He was 77. Rojelio was born July 26, 1945 to Liocadio and Eloisa (Alaniz) Nava. He was a lifelong resident of St. Paul and Sinton, Texas. Rojelio was a mechanic. He was a beloved father, grandfather, brother and friend who will be missed by all who knew him. He is preceded in death by his wife: Mary G. Nava; son: Jessie Nava; parents: Liocadio and Eloisa Nava; sisters: Marta Nava, Leonor Nava Gonzales and Adelita...

Macario (Mac) H. Cortez was born in Taft, Texas on March 3, 1938. He passed away on November 23, 2022 at Christus Spohn Shoreline Hospital. In 1965 he left the farm to pursue a job opportunity in the oil and gas industry. Mac was the owner of M. Cortez Contract Gauging & Consulting. He co-founded and co-owned SRM Consulting, Inc. and SRM Equipment, LC. Mac was a loving and supportive husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He was a faithful Christian, bible teacher,...

Corpus Christi – Linzy “LV” Washington passed away November 20, 2022. He was 79. LV was born September 19, 1943 to Willie and Arlena (Slaughter) Washington. He was a current resident of Corpus Christi, Texas and formerly resided in Austin, Texas. LV worked as a chief steward for 30 years. He was a beloved brother, uncle and friend who will be missed by all who knew him. He is preceded in death by his parents: Arlena and Willie Washington.   Survivors include his...

Sinton – Mary “Tiger” Mendoza passed away November 18, 2022. She was 77. Mary was born on April 4, 1945 in Sinton, Texas to Juan Antonio and Maria Abilda (Cantu) Landin. She was a resident of Sinton, Texas for most of her life. Mary was a former hairstylist but was a Jill of all trades. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend who will be missed by all who knew her.   She is preceded in death by her son: Roland Ray...

San Antonio – James Amaro Nino passed away November 17, 2022. He was 56. James was born April 9, 1966 in Sinton, Texas to Santiago and Beatrice (Reyes) Nino. He was a resident of San Antonio, Texas for the last 12 years and formerly resided in Taft, Texas. James was a die-hard Pittsburg Steelers fan, he would go out of his way to help anyone in need, his world revolved around his children, grandchildren and his 2 dogs, he loved spending time with family, especially having BBQ’s...

Sinton – Orlando Ortiz passed away November 16, 2022. He was 51. Orlando was born May 7, 1971 to Tomas and Petra (Sanchez) Ortiz. He was a lifelong resident of Sinton, Texas. Orlando worked as a former lineman/operator for tracker services. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend who will be missed by all who knew him. He is preceded in death by his parents: Tomas, Sr. and Petra Ortiz; Survivors include his loving wife: Iris Ortiz from Sinton, Texas; sons:...

Winnie – Buck D. Langston passed away on November 16, 2022. He was 85. Buck was born April 16, 1937 to Martha Louise (Patterson) and Jim William Langston in Blackwell, Texas.  He was a resident of Aransas Pass, Texas before moving to Winnie, Texas. Buck was a Veteran of the US Navy. He worked as an auto mechanic before retiring. Buck was a loving father, brother, grandfather, great grandfather and friend who will be missed dearly by all who knew him. Buck is preceded in death by...

Papalote – Edward G Baisa Jr. "Popey", 76 of Papalote, Texas took his last breath November 13, 2022 at 11:40pm with his daughter by his side. He is now at rest with his son.  Edward affectionately known as Popey was born March 20, 1946 in Wharton County.  Daddy had a heart of gold. He would be your biggest fan rooting for you his whole life. He never met a stranger. If he knew you had troubles he would check on you until you were better. He was loyal, honest and...