Abel P. Villanueva of Kenedy, Texas was born on April 21, 1929 in Karnes County, Texas to the late Francisco Villanueva and Galdina Perales Villanueva passed away surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, February 8, 2022 at the age of 92.

Mr. Villanueva was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. he was kind, honest and a hard worker. He worked as a FRP laminator with Wishert &Thompson for many years.

Mr. Villanueva was preceded in death by his parents, Francisco and Galdina Villanueva; his wife of 48 years: Juanita Servantes Villanueva, a son: Johnny Villanueva; his brothers: Candelario, Vicente, Ausencio “Chencho”, Roberto, Dionicio, and Francisco Villanueva; sisters: Virginia Rios, Julia Silva and Tila Perales.

He is survived by his daughters: Rose Mary Villanueva of Karnes City, TX and Norma ( late Jessie) Mendoza of Karnes City, TX; sons: Gilbert (late Diana”DeeDee”) Villanueva of Karnes City, TX, Raymond Villanueva of Humble, TX, Davy (Patty) Villanueva of Karnes City, TX, Daniel Villanueva of Kenedy, TX; 15 grandchildren and one on the way and 14 great grandchildren; sisters: Angelita (Jerry) Hamm of Norman, OK and Maria Elena (Carlos) Cortez of Kenedy, TX; brothers: Jesus Villanueva of Kenedy, TX and Servando Villanueva of Garden City, KS; many nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Visitation will be held on Monday, February 14, 2022 at 5:00p.m. to 9:00p.m. at Eckols Chapel. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00p.m. Monday, Feb. 14th, 2022 at Eckols Chapel. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, February 15, 2022 at 10:00a.m. at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church with Rev.  Stanislaw “Stanley” Marciniak officiating. Interment to follow in Loma Alta Cemetery.

Pallbearers: Gilbert Villanueva, Raymond Villanueva, Davy Villanueva, Daniel Villanueva, Joe “Joey” Morin III, Jessie Mendoza Jr., Davy Isaiah Villanueva Jr. and Gilbert Villanueva Jr.

PER REQUEST OF THE VILLANUEVA FAMILY-PLEASE WEAR YOUR MASK TO VISITATION/ ROSARY / AND  FUNERAL SERVICES!

IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING SYMPTOMS, PLEASE REFRAIN FROM ATTENDING.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION AND UNDERSTANDING.

 Carrasco, Jr., age 59 of Kenedy, TX passed away on Sunday, January 23, 2022 in Kenedy.  Lawrence was born on March 8, 1962 in Karnes City, TX to Lorenzo Carrasco, Sr. and the late Oralia Loza Leal.  He worked in the oil field for Texas Swabbing, was a loving father, grandfather, son and of the Catholic faith.  He is preceded in death by his mother, Oralia Loza Leal and brother, Roland Carrasco.  He is survived by his children Yvonne Carrasco of Lubbock, Roxanne Carrasco of Kenedy, Ashley Carrasco of Karnes City, April Carrasco of Karnes City, Ronnie Lee Carrasco of Kenedy, Lawrence Andrew Carrasco of Karnes City, sister Cynthia Carrasco of Kenedy, brother Michael Carrasco of San Antonio, TX, grandchildren Makayla Carrasco, Lawrence Carrasco, Zailene Villarreal, Zariah Villarreal, Bryson Carrasco, Brayden Carrasco, Victor Carrasco, Ethan Carrasco and many extended family members and friends.  A Holy Rosary will be recited Friday, February 4, 2022 at 7pm in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel.  Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday, February 5, 2022 at 11am at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church with the Rev. Norbert Hermann officiating.  Interment will follow in the Sacred Heart Cemetery in Kenedy, TX.  Upon the family request, the wearing of a mask will be required.

Ruben Torres, Jr.  age 56, of Kenedy, Texas entered into rest on February 1, 2022. He was born on March 3, 1965 in Hamlin, Texas to the late Ruben Torres, Sr. and is survived by his mother Mary Rodriguez Torres of Kenedy, TX and wife Christina Torres and children: David (Vanessa) Monsevais, Martin Monsevais, Melisa Torres, Ruben Torres, III, Angelo Rey Torres, Janelle Torres; sisters: Amalia (Oscar) Segura, Dee Dee (Aquilino) Salinas, Elizabeth (Leo) Lira, Shirley (Victor) Gonzales. He leaves behind his grandchildren: Mariyah Monsevais, Aaron Monsevais; several nieces and nephews; aunts, uncles and so many cousins, that ever so loved him.  He loved to be outdoors and loved to work and family gatherings. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 9, 2022 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Eckols Chapel. A Rosary will be recited Wednesday, February 9, 2022 at 7:00p.m.at Eckols Chapel on Wednesday, February 9th, 2022.Funeral Services  will be held on Thursday, February 10, 2022 at 10:00a.m. at Eckols with Interment to follow in the Sacred Heart Cemetery. Pallbearers: Michael Melgoza Noah Torres, Jojo Sosa, Abel Soliz III, Michael Ray Prieto, Anthony Sosa, Demetrio Sosa, Johnathan Mendez. Honorary Pallbearer: Adam Hernandez. Funeral Donations would be greatly appreciated.

San Juanita “Janie” Beltran of Kenedy, Texas was born on January 7,1951 to Manuel Granado and Louisa Estrada Granado passed away on February 2, 2022 at the age of 71. Mrs. Beltran was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her daughters: Debbie Cortez of Stockdale,TX, Yolanda (Tony) Weatherly of Kenedy,TX, Faith (Keith Burrage) Beltran of Kenedy, TX; 8 Grandchildren: Patrick, Jessica, Kimberly, Crystal, David, Jared, Jaden and Cameron; 11 great grandchildren and one on the way; sisters: Esperanza(Eloy) Zapata of Pearsall, TX, Beatrice (Oscar) Martinez of Kenedy, TX and Anna (John) Eldridge of Seguin,TX; brothers: Juan Manuel Granado of Stockdale,TX; aunt: Dora Estada of Kenedy; many nieces, nephews and other relatives. Visitation will be held on Sunday, February 6, 2022 from 5:00p.m. to 9:00p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00p.m. at Eckols Chapel. Funeral services will be held on Monday, February 7, 2022 at 10:00a.m. at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church with Rev. Norbert Hermann officiating. Interment to follow in Loma Alta Cemetery. Pallbearers: Malcolm Martinez, Jaden Weatherly, Jared Weatherly, Sarge Zapata, Pete Cortez and David Rangel. Flowers or potted plants welcome.

Frank M. Gonzales, Age 80 of Kenedy, TX passed away on Wednesday, February 2, 2022.  Frank was born on May 6, 1941 in Karnes County, TX  to the late Pablo and Maria Medina Gonzales.  He Married Basilia Valdez on April 25, 1964, retired as a tool Pusher, was a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather and of the Catholic Faith.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Pablo and Maria Medina Gonzales, sisters, Ubelia Martinez, Guadalupe Guero, Maria Luisa Casarez; brothers, Geronimo Gonzales, Carlos Gonzales, Pablito Gonzales, Israel Gonzales, Simon Gonzales, Juan Gonzales, Cruz Gonzales, and Ramon Gonzales.

He is survived by his loving wife, Basilia Valdez Gonzales of Kenedy; daughters, Deborah G. Villarreal and husband Henry of Kenedy, Rebecca V. Gonzales of Victoria, Sara Lee Gonzales Valdez and husband Robert of Kenedy; sisters, Lydia Guajardo, Janie Maldonado; brother, Raymundo Gonzales; grandchildren, Benjamin R. Rosales, Joshua N. Villarreal, Xavier F. Villarreal, Jacob V. Gonzales, Joseph Valdez; great-grandchildren, Daniel Ray Diaz, Damon Rosales, Bella Rosales, Leah Villarreal and a host of other relatives and friends.

Visitation will be held Friday, February 4, 2022 @ 1:30 P.M.; with a Holy Rosary to be Recited at 2:00 P.M. and Funeral Mass celebrated at 2:30 P.M. Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church with the Rev. Norbert Hermann officiating.  Interment will follow in the Sacred Heart Cemetery.