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Sofia B. Dominguez
Mar 3, 2026
Sofia Barrientes Dominguez, age 97, of Hondo, Texas, passed away on March 3, 2026, in Hondo. Sofia was born in Hondo, Texas on April 4, 1928, to Eudelia and Ildefonso Barrientes.
Sofia was a graduate of Hondo High School and worked at the Hondo Anvil Herald. She married Raul H. Dominguez, also from Hondo, Texas, and together they had 6 children:...
Rebekah Meurer Shannon
Feb 24, 2026
Full obituary pending
Services are under the direction of Hondo Funeral Home.
Alexandra Sandra Valerie Cecelia Guile
Feb 24, 2026
Alexandra Sandra Valerie Cecelia Guile, age 82, of Hondo, Texas, passed away on February 24, 2026, peacefully at home. Alexandra was born in Kent, England on September 22, 1943, to Cecelia and Alan Coles.
Alexandra was a loving mother. When her first husband passed away in the 1960’s, she became a single mother and raised seven children on her own. She...
Robert Mares. Jr.
Feb 17, 2026
Robert Mares Jr., age 55, passed away on February 17, 2026. He was born on January 22, 1971, in Hondo, Texas, to Robert Mares Sr. and Maria Corona.
Robert worked as a dedicated ranch hand, a career that reflected his strong work ethic and deep connection to the land. He took pride in his work and was known for his reliability,...
Mario E Munoz
Feb 11, 2026
Mario Munoz, of Bandera passed away surrounded by the love of his family. Born in Wichita, Mario carried with him a spirit that was larger than life and a heart that belonged first and always to his family.
A proud veteran of the United States Air Force, Mario dedicated 20 years of honorable service to his country. He served with strength,...
Elifonso Correa, Jr.
Feb 9, 2026
Elifonso Correa, Jr., age 69, of Hondo, Texas, passed away on February 9, 2026. Elifonso was born in Hondo on June 19, 1962, to Alicia and Elifonso Correa, Sr.
Elifonso is preceded in death by his wife: Joanne Correa; father: Elifonso Correa, Sr.; grandmother: Carmen Benavides; Juan Alvarado, Lonnie Gonzalez, Maria Navarro, and Adam Gonzalez.
Rene is survived by his sons: Elifonso...
Rene DeLeon Vargas
Feb 7, 2026
Rene De Leon Vargas, age 63, of Hondo, Texas, passed away on February 7, 2026. Rene was born in Muscatine, Iowa, on August 21, 1962, to Maria Dolores and Maximino Vargas.
Rene is preceded in death by his parents: Maximino and Maria Vargas; stepfather: Paz Lara; sister: Damiana Vargas; grandparents: Emilio and Mariana Vargas; niece: Samantha Paula Vargas and her baby,...
Quentin Paul Rodriguez
Feb 7, 2026
Quentin Paul Rodriguez, 33 of Devine, Tx, went to be with our Lord on February 7, 2026. Quentin was born in San Antonio Tx on December 27, 1992.
He is preceded in death by: Grandfather Alfonso Rodriguez, Father in law Arturo Contreras Sr & Brother in law Arturo Contreras Jr.
He is survived by his wife, Jessica Contreras-Rodriguez, Mother Julia Rodriguez &...
Maria Elsa Turruviate
Feb 5, 2026
Maria Elsa Turruviate, age 70, of Hondo, Texas, passed away on February 5, 2026, in San Antonio. Maria was born in Hondo, Texas on February 12, 1955, to Dora and Jose G. Santillano, Sr.
Maria is preceded in death by parents: Dora and Jose G. Santillano, Sr.; sister: Josefina Santiano Ramirez; and brothers: Jesus Santillano, Jose Josinto Santillano, and Ernesto Santillano.
Maria...
Jessica Marie Pope
Jan 30, 2026
Jessica Marie Pope, age 46, of Hondo, Texas, passed away on January 30, 2026, in Hondo. Jessica was born in Hondo, Texas on December 20, 1979, to Evangelina “Vangie” Barrios Garcia, and Ronnie Garcia.
Jessica is preceded in death by father: Ronnie Garcia; and grandparents: Efrain & Eloisa Barrios, and Domingo & Maria Miranda.
Jessica is survived by her life partner: Joey...
Gary Dean Cadena
Jan 19, 2026
Gary Dean Cadena, age 74, of Hondo, Texas, passed away on January 19, 2026. Gary was born in San Antonio, Texas on February 15, 1951, to Elizabeth and David Cadena, Sr.
Gary was a man of many passions: for hunting, fishing, spending time with his grandchildren and family, and raising and training dogs. He not only loved shooting sports but taught...
Amanda Marie Estrello
Jan 5, 2026
Amanda Marie Estrello, 36, of Devine, Texas passed away on January 5, 2026. She was born in Corpus Christi, Texas on February 6, 1989.
Amanda is survived by her mother, Raquel Vela; her son Fabian James Estrello (born 2/3/2011), Bella Estrello (born 3/31/2015), Izabella Raquel Vela (born 8/21/2023). Amanda Marie Estrello had numerous cousins down in the valley, and Vela family...
Joshua Joe Rice
Dec 29, 2025
Joshua Joe Rice passed away on December 29, 2025, at the age of 43. Born on October 26, 1982, he was the beloved son of Dueane Edward Rice, Sr. and Oralia Mendoza Cadena. He was the cherished brother to Dueane Edward Rice, Jr., Sarah Elizabeth Rice and Anthony Ray Rice. He was the adoring father to Alexander David Hays-Rice.
He is...
Barry N. Gear
Dec 29, 2025
Memorial Mass will be at St. John Catholic Church, on January 2, 2026, at 10am, with Military Honors at 10:55 a.m., and reception with lunch to follow at 11am.
Lieutenant Colonel Barry Neil Gear, United States Air Force (Ret.), passed away surrounded by the love of his family, leaving behind a legacy of service, devotion, and quiet strength.
Barry honorably served in...
Ofilia Colunga
Dec 5, 2025
Ofilia Colunga, age 94, of Hondo, Tx, passed away at her home on December 5, 2025, surrounded by her sons and caretakers.
She was born in Hondo and was a lifelong resident of Medina County.
Ofilia was married to her beloved husband, Aniceto (Cheto) Colunga, on July 4, 1953, with whom she shared a full life of family, faith, travel, and a...
Farris Theodore Brooks, Jr.
Nov 30, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Farris Theodore Brooks, Jr., who departed this life peacefully on November 30, 2025, in Hondo, Texas. He was born in Brownfield, Texas, on July 25, 1941. He graduated from Mission High School and attended Pan American University in Edinburg Texas.
Teddy had a 25 year career in law enforcement and...
Maria Guadalupe Saenz
Nov 22, 2025
Maria was born on July 15, 1981, to Victoria De Leon and the late Juan B. De Leon in Hondo, Texas. She was the mother of Daymien Saenz and the late Julia Lynn Smith.
Maria was known for her courage, strength, and generous kindness. She was selfless in her love for others, generously opening her heart and home to raise children...
Jereme Anthony Guzman
Nov 20, 2025
Jereme A. Guzman, age 48, of Natalia, Texas, passed away on November 20, 2025, in San Antonio. Jereme was born in San Antonio, Texas on June 7, 1977, to Juanita and Arthur C. Guzman.
Jereme is preceded in death by his mother: Juanita Guzman.
Jereme is survived by his wife: Krystal Guzman; son: Kason Guzman; daughter: Kamryn Guzman; brothers: Jacob Guzman (Isabel),...
Jana J. Ross
Nov 20, 2025
Jana Jeanelle Ross, 47, of Spring Lake, NC, passed away unexpectedly in her home on 20 November 2025.
Born May 3, 1978, in San Antonio, TX, she was the daughter of Dena and Gary Stripling and the late Donald Scott.
Jana met Michael A. Ross in January 2017, and they were married six months later on 17 July 2017 in San Antonio,...
Rudolfo G. Rodriguez
Nov 18, 2025
Rudolfo G. Rodriguez, a beloved Pastor, father, brother, and friend, age 67, of Hondo, Texas, passed away on November 18, 2025, in Hondo, surrounded by loved ones. Rudolfo was born in Hondo, Texas, on October 5, 1958, to Jesusa and Juan B. Rodriguez.
Rudolfo is preceded in death by his infant son: John Daniel Rodriguez; parents: Juan B. and Jesusa Rodriguez;...
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