Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Bernard, TX and Wharton County

Blossom German Prado

Blossom German Prado

Oct 15, 2025

Blossom German Prado, 78, born on June 13, 1947, in Houston, passed on October 15, 2025.

Blossom adored her family and had a great love for gardening,

She is preceded in death by her parents, Oscar and Francis German, and her husband, Emilio Prado.

She is survived by her children, Anita Perez, Dolores Perez, Elvira Flores, Marguerita Flores, David Flores Jr., Emilio Javier...

Citlali Perez Hernandez

Citlali Perez Hernandez

Oct 9, 2025

Citlali Perez Hernandez, 25, born in Houston, Texas on March 30, 2000, passed away tragically on October 09, 2025.

Citlali was a loving daughter, sister, mother and friend to all that knew her, she loved sunflowers and adored her 3 children dearly. She worked at the local Dairy Queen here in EB, and was attending cosmetology school.

She is preceded in death...

Philip "Booboo" Garcia

Philip "Booboo" Garcia

Sep 27, 2025

Philip Garcia, lovingly known as “Booboo” to his close family and friends, passed away peacefully on September 27, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was 41 years old.

Born on March 14, 1984, Philip was a beloved husband, father, son, and brother. He will be remembered for his fierce loyalty, his generous heart, and his constant willingness to lend a helping...

Juana Mendez

Juana Mendez

Aug 9, 2025

It is with deep love and sorrow that the family of Juana Mendez announces her passing. Juana entered into eternal rest surrounded by the love of her family.

Born into a large and devoted family, Juana was the beloved wife of Tiburcio Mendez, with whom she shared a lifetime of faith, love, and dedication. She was the cherished mother of Delia...

Elisha Ann Torres

Elisha Ann Torres

Jun 6, 2025

Elisha Ann Torres ,44, of Needville, Tx was born on March 8,1981 in Wharton, Tx and she went to be with our Lord and Savior on June 6,2025 in Sugarland,Tx.

Elisha was a loving and sweet, beautiful soul. Always full of life and love. She was never a stranger to others, always caring and friendly. She loved music and loved dancing....

Shanon A Hanson

Shanon A Hanson

May 16, 2025

Shanon A Hanson, 62, born in East Bernard, Texas on March 25, 1963, passed away on May 16, 2025 in Livingston, Texas. 

She is survived by her loving family.

Hipolito Lopez Jr.

Hipolito Lopez Jr.

May 13, 2025

Hipolito Lopez Jr., 44, passed away on May 13, 2025, in Kendleton, Texas. He was born on October 8, 1980, in Houston, Texas to Hipolito Sr. and Rafaela Lopez. He was a loving and devoted husband to his wife Victoria Salinas and his children. He enjoyed building low riders, watching westerners, watching the Texans, teaching others, always wanting to learn...

Raul Ibarra

Raul Ibarra

Apr 25, 2025

Raul “Roy” Ibarra, 68, passed away on April 25, 2025, in Richmond, Texas. He was born on December 13, 1956, in Waelder, Texas, to Saul Ibarra Sr. and Alicia Rodriguez. He married his loving and beloved wife Elvira Izaguirre Rodriguez on January 24, 1987. Roy worked as a farmer laborer, he was a hard worker, loved spending time with his...

Celia "Sallie" Tovar Sosa

Celia "Sallie" Tovar Sosa

Apr 13, 2025

Celia (Sallie) Tovar Sosa, a lifelong resident of East Bernard, Texas, passed away on April 13, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on June 29, 1951, Sallie was a strong and steady presence for her family, offering love, guidance, and quiet strength throughout her life.

Sallie graduated from East Bernard High School, where she shone as both an athlete and...

Janie Delgado Montalbo

Janie Delgado Montalbo

Mar 13, 2025

Juanita (Janie) Delgado Montalbo, 72, born on May 16, 1952, in Kendleton, Texas passed away on March 13, 2025. Surrounded by her loving family .. Janie was loved by so many people, and she touched many lives with her beautiful spirit. Janie loved to take all her grandchildren fishing. She loved to work on her plants and had all her...

Magnus Reed Shepherd

Magnus Reed Shepherd

Feb 13, 2025

In loving Memory of Magnus Reed Shepherd.

 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved son, Magnus Reed Shepherd, who was born on February 4, 2025, and returned home to his Heavenly Father on Thursday, February 13, 2025. The name Magnus means "great or mighty," while Reed signifies "red." Just as his name suggests, Magnus was...

Manuel Diaz Lopez

Manuel Diaz Lopez

Dec 22, 2024

Manuel Diaz Lopez, age 83, born in Monterrey Nuevo León Mexico on April 10, 1941, passed away on December 22, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

Manuel was a man of simple joys and deep love for those around him. He enjoyed playing bingo, spending time with his family, and creating with his hands. Whether he was building something or working...

Vinn Ouch

Vinn Ouch

Nov 30, 2024

Vinn Ouch age 91 born on March 3, 1933 in Battambang, Cambodia, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her loving family on November 30, 2024. 

She will missed by her loving family and friends.

Jolie Zulkowski

Jolie Zulkowski

Nov 25, 2024

Jolie Zulkowski, 63, of Needville left us on Monday, November 25th, 2024, surrounded by her loving family and friends in her final moments. Fun loving and free spirited, she was a woman of immense humor and wisdom, cherishing every moment spent with her loved ones. Her passion for music, rescuing animals, and unwavering hippie spirit will forever be remembered. She...

Kay Marie Massey Cihal

Kay Marie Massey Cihal

Nov 2, 2024

Kay Marie Massey Cihal was called home to Heaven on November 2nd, 2024. 

 She was born in Alto, Texas on June 23, 1933 to John B. and Mildred Luna Fults. 

 She was the oldest of five children and spent much of her life in Bay City, Texas.

 She married Hershel Deuane Massey in 1949. From this blessed union came five children: Stephen, Debra,...

Rita Mae Klaes West

Rita Mae Klaes West

Oct 26, 2024

Rita Mae Klaes West, 73 born on December 6, 1950 in Galveston, Texas passed away on October, 26,2024. 

Rita was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and cousin, She adored her family and loved spending time with them, she will be greatly missed. 

Rita is preceded in death by, mother Adela Klaes, father Earl Klaes, and siblings JoAnn Davis, Dennis...

Jason Dale Knox

Jason Dale Knox

Oct 12, 2024

Jason Dale Knox, 38 of Richmond Texas lost his battle with cancer on October 12, 2024.

Jason is survived by his wife, Cassie Morrison, sons Jack Knox , Ayden Webster of Richmond, parents, Jack and Sarah Knox of East Bernard, grandmother, Elizabeth Dickinson of Houston, several uncles, aunts and cousins. 

Jason is preceded in death by his daughter, Ava Marie Knox and...

Lester Montalvo Colon

Lester Montalvo Colon

Oct 4, 2024

Full obituary is pending.

Maricelda M. Martinez

Maricelda M. Martinez

Sep 28, 2024

Maricelda M. Martinez, age 66, a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished friend, and dedicated spiritual leader, went peacefully to be with her Lord on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at Methodist Hospital in Sugarland. Maricelda’s life was a testament to love, care, and unwavering faith.

Born on November 11, 1957, in General Bravo, N.L. Mexico, Maricelda grew up in a close-knit family...

Edwin William Kostka

Edwin William Kostka

Jul 17, 2024

Edwin (Bill) William Kostka Jr’s fight with cancer ended July 17, 2024 when he went home to the One who created him. Bill is now seeing Jesus face to face and witnessing Heaven it all it’s glory. 

Bill was born November 9, 1952 in Wharton, Texas to Edwin and Clara (Rachunek) Kostka who preceded him in death.

Bill is survived by sisters...