Richard Alan Lerch, Jr., Age 76 of Beeville, TX formerly of Kenedy, TX passed away June 20, 2023 in Beeville.  Richard was born to the late Richard, Sr. and Lola Mae Moses Lerch on March 25, 1947 in Three Rivers, TX.  Richard was a retired Oilfield Construction supervisor and a avid gardener in his later years and of the Baptist Faith

He is preceded in death by his parents Richard, Sr. and Lola Mae Moses Lerch; sister, Neletta Moses and a brother, David Lerch.

He is survived by his children, Richard Alan Lerch, III of Beeville, Gladys Marie Lerch and husband Dace Atkinson of El Oso, Melissa Irene McNesse of Coy City, James Matthew Cooksey of Kenedy, Stacey Wayne Adams of Round Rock; brother, Jack Franklin Moses of Fort Worth and 17 grandchildren.

Family Visitation will be held Saturday, July 1, 2023 from 10AM to 3PM with services beginning at 3PM all in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel.  A Private Inurnment will take place at a later date in the Three Rivers Cemetery in Three Rivers, TX.

Theodore “Theo” Alvarez, Jr., Age 73 of Kenedy, TX passed away Sunday, June 25, 2023 in Seguin, TX surrounded by his family.  Theodore was born on June 29, 1949 in Kenedy to the late Theodore, Sr. and Lillie Janssen Alvarez.  He was a retired Diesel Mechanic a loving father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle and a friend to many who will be greatly missed.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Theodore, Sr. and Lillie Jansen Alvarez and a son Patrick Alvarez. 

He is survived by his children, Theodore Alvarez, III of New York, Richard Alvarez and Wife Selena of Buda, Melissa Alvarez of Kenedy, Priscilla Alvarez of Kenedy, Erik Alvarez and wife Joannie of San Antonio; life companion Maria Soto Alvarez of Kenedy, and many grandchildren; sisters, Frances Alvear and husband Soilo of League City, Oralia Moreno of Missouri City; brothers, Alfredo “Freddy” Alvarez and wife Adelfa of Pawnee, Ernesto Alvarez of San Antonio and numerous nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Visitation will be held Friday, June 30, 2023 from 2PM to 5PM in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel.  A Private Inurnment will take place at a later date. 

Janet Lynn Bryan, Age 42 of Runge, TX passed away on Friday, June 16, 2023 at home surrounded by her loving family.  Janet was born on July 17, 1980 to Juan Manuel Bryan and Christina Palomo Bryan.  She was a TDCJ Clerk at the Connally Unit in Kenedy, a loving mother, grandmother, daughter, aunt, a member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, who loved singing and dancing but her greatest love was for her children and grandchildren.

Janet is preceded in death by her father, Juan Manuel Bryan and a brother, Rogelio Bryan.

Janet is survived by her children, Michael Jaime Rios of Runge, Darin (Donisha) Rios of Runge, Zoe Danae Rios of Runge, granddaughter, Gianna Mae Rios of Runge; siblings, Esmeralda (Mike) Castro of Runge, Beatrice (Adam) Gonzales of Runge, Juan (Florence) Bryan of Kenedy, Lupe (Robert) Pipes of Midland, Eddie (Irma) Bryan of Skidmore, Christy Cortez of Austin, Annette Bryan of Karnes City, Ermalinda (Ronnie) Polston of Runge, numerous nieces, nephews and a host of family and friends.  

A Holy Rosary will be recited Friday, June 23, 2023 at 7PM in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel.  Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday, June 24, 2023 at 10AM at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church with the Rev. Robert Ploch officiating.  Interment will follow in the Runge Cemetery in Runge, TX.

Serving as Pallbearers: Michael Jaime Rios, Darin Zane Rios, Juan Bryan, Eddie Bryan, Derek Bryan and Roger Barraza. 

Joyce Ann DeDear, Age 69 of Kenedy, TX passed away on Thursday, June 15, 2023. Joyce was born on December 4, 1953 in Kenedy, TX to the late Herbert and Carmen Botello DeDear.  She was a retired correctional officer for GEO, a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, of the Christian Faith and a beloved friend to many in Kenedy who will be greatly missed.

Joyce is preceded in death by her parents, Herbert and Carmen Botello DeDear; son, Jason Eric Leal; sisters, Rosie R. Salinas, Tomasita Cantu Abila and a brother, Robert DeDear.

Joyce is survived by children, Christopher Leal and wife Gloria of Helotes; daughter, Jessica Leal Campos and husband Ricardo of Helotes; sister, Jo Ann Bennett of Kenedy; 13 grandchildren, 9 Great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

Family Visitation will be held Thursday, June 22, 2023 from 6PM to 8PM in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel.  Services will be Friday, June 24, 2023 at 10AM in the Eckols Chapel with the Rev. Matt Singleton officiating.  Interment will follow in the Loma Alta Cemetery.

Rosa B. Cantu, Age 90 of Runge, TX passed away June 14, 2023 at home surrounded by her loving family.  Rosa was born to the late Vidal and Simona Zepeda Barrientes in Fannin, TX.  Rosa married Cornelio Cantu on March 22, 1954 was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great grandmother, aunt, a homemaker and of the Pentecostal Faith.

Rosa is preceded in death by her husband Cornelio Cantu; parents, Vidal and Simona Zepeda Barrientes.

She is survived by children, Madalena Garza of Runge, Herminia Cantu Hernandez and husband Joe of Yorktown, Janie Watson and husband Ron of Lufkin, Robert Cantu and wife Diana of Anaheim, CA, 16 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren, 24 great-great grandchildren numerous nieces, nephews and many dear friends.

Family Visitation will begin Monday, June 19, 2023 from 5PM to 7PM with a Prayer Service to start at 7PM in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel. Services will be Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at 12PM in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Christy Mejia officiating.  Interment will follow in the Yorktown Community Cemetery in Yorktown, TX.

Edelmira Maria Soto De La Garza, Age 69 off Kenedy, TX passed away on May 20, 2023 in Beeville, TX.  Edelmira was born on November 29, 1953 in Yorktown, TX to the late Trino Soto, Sr. and Maria Ramirez Soto.  She worked for the Corpus Christi State School, was a loving mother, sister, aunt, friend to many and of the Catholic Faith. 

Edelmira is preceded in death by her parents, Trino Soto, Sr. and Maria Ramirez Soto.

Edelmira is survived by her son, Jovan De La Garza of Kenedy; sisters, Elsa Soto Benitez of Kenedy, Adelfa Alvarez of Pawnee, Anita Hernandez of Kenedy, Juanita Soto Ortiz of Beeville, Gloria Zepeda of Kenedy, Diana Chesser of George West; brothers, Trino Soto, Jr. of Karnes City, Martin Soto of Kenedy and also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and dear friends.

Memorial Services will be held at a later date.