Angel Prieto, Age 74 of Kenedy, TX passed away Friday, December 24, 2021 in San Antonio, TX.  Angel was born on August 2, 1947 to the late Juaquin Prieto and Estefana Briseno Prieto.  He married Francisca Rodriguez on January 25, 1970 in Kenedy, was a retired welder, loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle and friend to many and a member of Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church.  He is preceded in death by his parents, Juaquin and Estefana Briseno Prieto; sisters, Alejandra Aguilar, Adela Juare, Petra Saenz; brothers, Andres Prieto, Jose Prieto, Jaime Prieto, Pascual Prieto and Juaquin Prieto.  He is survived by his loving wife, Francisca Rodriguez Prieto of Kenedy; children, Michael Ray Prieto of Kenedy, Dianna Garcia and husband Jerry of Kenedy, Cynthia Prieto of Kenedy, Patricia Ann Prieto of Kenedy; brothers, Esteban Prieto and wife Minerva of Kenedy, Juan Prieto and wife Martha of Jourdanton, 10 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.  A Holy Rosary will be recited Tuesday, January 4, 2022 at 7:00 P.M. in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel.  Funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at 10:00 A.M. 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.

Serving as Pallbearers: Joaquin Prieto, Jr., Juan Prieto, Jr., Paul Rodriguez, Omar Juare, Roland Juare and Erasmo Ramos.

Honorary Pallbearers: Andrew Byrd, Michael Ray Prieto, Jr., Daniel Reyna, Jordan Jimenez and Chris Cortez.

Francisco Asevedo, Age 91 of Karnes City, TX passed away on December 21, 2021 at home surrounded by his loving family.  Francisco was born on October 10, 1930 in Kenedy to the late Martin and Florencia Reccio Asevedo.  He married Hortencia Saenz on November 30, 1950 in Lubbuck, TX who preceded him in death on August 25, 2007.  He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, a retired farmer and of the Christian Faith.  He is preceded in death by his wife, Hortencia Saenz Asevedo; parents, Martin and Florencia Reccio Asevedo; sons, Danny Acebedo and Adam Acebedo; sister, Maria Asevedo and brother, Juan Asevedo.  He is survived by his daughters, Eva Escobar of Karnes City, Teresa Moreno and husband Johnny of San Antonio; sons, Fernando Acebedo of Lubbuck, Alfonso Acebedo and wife Diane of Lubbuck, Freddie Acebedo and wife Patricia of Lubbuck, David Acebedo and wife Rita of Fort Worth, Jessie Acebedo of Karnes City; 14 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren and a host of extended family and friends.  A Prayer Service will be held Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at 6P.M. in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Erasmo Chapa officiating.  Services will be Thursday, December 30, 2021 at 10A.M. in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Erasmo Chapa officiating.  Interment will follow in the Our Lady of Guadalupe Cemetery in Pawnee, TX.

Serving as Pallbearers will be Mark Acebedo, Gary Acebedo, Jonathan Acebedo, P.J. Sanchez, Christopher Acebedo, and Anthony Acebedo.

Larry James Williams, born on January 18, 1953 in Sandia, TX to Lonnie Noble Williams and Ruie Wright Williams passed away on December 21, 2021 at the age of 68 at his residence in Runge, TX. Mr. Williams was a U.S. Marine veteran  is survived by his son: Larry Christoper (JoAnn) Williams of Kenedy, TX, Amanda Williams of San Antonio, TX and Crystal Rose Williams of Runge, TX; 12 grandchildren; two brothers and other relatives. Mr. Williams was laid to rest on Wednesday, December 29,2021 at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery with U.S. Marine Honors. Flowers and Funeral Donations welcome.

Rachel Ann Carrillo Vera of Pettus, Texas was born on October 13, 1963 in San Antonio, Texas to Domingo Carrillo and Esperanza De Los Santos Moreno passed away on December 17, 2021 in Beeville, TX at the age of 58. Rachel is preceded in death by her beloved mother, Esperanza De Los Santos Moreno, stepdad Paul Moreno and an infant son, Luis 30-06 “Bullet” Vera.  She is survived by her loving husband of 29 years who she married on Feb. 14, 1992: Luis Carlos Vera. She is also survived by her beautiful daughters: Jordan Hope Vera of Austin, TX, Sabrina Doe Vera of Pettus, TX, Ruby Red Vera of Pettus, TX, Erika Marie Vera of Alice, TX and Crystal Castillo of Alice, Texas; grandchildren: Elizabeth Grace Vera, Ariana Martinez, Pedro Martinez Jr. , Araceli Martinez, Gabriella Castillo, Daniella Castillo, and Raul Castillo Jr.; sisters: Abigail (Davis) Brown of Pawnee, TX and Deborah (Woodie) Carrillo Spivey of Boerne, TX; brothers: Joe Lee (Betty Jo) Carrillo of Tuleta, TX, J.D. (Annie) Carrillo of Pettus, TX, Steven Govea of Corpus Christi, TX, Marco (Jenny) Govea of McAllen, Joel (Analee) Govea of Kingsville, TX; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 22, 2021 from 4:00p.m. to 9:00p.m. at Eckols Chapel with a Prayer Service beginning at 7:00p.m. at Eckols Chapel with Pastor Robert Charles officiating. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, December 23, 2021 at 10:00a.m. at Heavenly Gates Family Worship Center, 722 W. Refugio St, Runge, TX with Pastor Robert Charles officiating. Interment to follow in Runge Cemetery. Pallbearers: Matthew Carrillo, Austin Carrillo, Clay Brown, John Jacob Carrillo, Ethan Govea, Mikel “T” Spivey, Jarran Carrillo and Pedro Martinez Jr. Flowers and Funeral Donations welcome.

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James R. Choate of Kenedy, Texas was born on October 5, 1946 in San Antonio, Texas to Brady Earl Choate and Doris Mae Jones Choate passed away at his residence on December 17, 2021 at the age of 75. Jimmy is survived by his wife of 54 years: Ellen Choate of Kenedy, TX; his daughters: Dorothy (David) Wood, Thomaston, TX and Donna (Robert) Mae Busselman of Kenedy, TX; five grandchildren: D.J. , Ashley, Cristi, Mariah, Madison aka Duck; five great grandchildren: Cole, Lily, Macie, Raelynn and Avery; like a brother: Robert (Thelma) James Marichalar; and other relatives and friends.  A Memorial service will be held on Sunday, December 19,2021 at 1:00p.m. at Eckols Chapel with daughter: Donna M. Busselman to lead in his celebration of life. (Services to conclude in chapel). Reception following at daughter’s residence. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Jesus J. Rios Age, 79 of Charco, TX passed away on December 6, 2021 in Victoria, TX surrounded by his loving family.  Jesus was born on June 18, 1942 in Runge, TX to the late Fernando and Vicenta De Los Santos Rios.  He married Francisca Rico on September 19, 1960 in Runge, TX, retired as an Oilfield Foreman, was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, friend to many and of the Catholic Faith.  He is preceded in death by his parents Fernando and Vicenta De Los Santos Rios; sister, Veronica Skelton; brothers, Roberto Rios, Salvador Rios and Eduardo Rios. He is survived by his loving wife Francisca Rico Rios of Charco; daughters, Maria Salazar and husband John of Goliad, Priscilla Rios of Victoria; sons, Jesse Rios and wife Carolyn of Runge, Daniel Rios of Houston; sisters, Delfina Vasquez of Natalia, Elena Rios of San Antonio, Leticia LaSoya of San Antonio; brothers, Fernando Rios of Runge, Heriberto Rios of Amarillo, 5 grandchildren, 3 Great-Grandchildren and a host of family and friends.

A Holy Rosary will be recited by the Rev. Norbert Hermann Wednesday, December 8, 2021 at 9:30 AM at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Runge, TX.  Funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, December 8, 2021 at 10:00 A.M. at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Runge, TX with the Rev. Norbert Hermann officiating.  Interment will follow in the Runge Cemetery.

Serving as Pallbearers: John Salazar, Chase Cisneros, Jesse Rios, Eric Gaona, Ben Garcia, and Mario Garza.

Honorary Pallbearers: Beaux Veridine, Easton Gaona and Bobby Hernandez.

Leonel “Leo” Valerio, Age 71 of Kenedy, TX passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, December 2, 2021.  Leo was born on August 30, 1950 in Robstown, TX to the late Jesus and Anita Verdin Valerio.  He married Enedelia Garcia on March 24, 1973 in Dallas, TX, retired from Central Power and Light and his later years in life worked at Kenedy Regional Airport and was of the Christian Faith.  Leo is preceded in death by his parents Jesus and Anita Verdin Valerio.  Leo is survived by his loving wife Enedelia Garcia Valerio of Kenedy; daughters, Pauline Olivia Valerio-Torres and husband Jose of Kenedy, Linda Valerio Means and husband Chris of Lewisville; grandchildren, Brenna Escamilla, Hannah Escamilla, Jaren Escamilla, Leonel Escamilla, Caitriona Means, Scotaidh Means; sister, Maria Nunez and husband Ruben of San Diego; brothers, Alfredo Valerio of La Rosita Ranch, Arturo Valerio and wife Anna of San Diego; beloved friends Isaiah Barreintez, Nicole Shortsleeve and a host of family and friends.  Family Visitation will be held Friday, December 10, 2021 from 5PM to 7PM with a Prayer Service starting at 7PM in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel.  Funeral Services will be Saturday, December 11, 2021 at 11AM in the Eckols Funeral Home Chapel with the Pastor Alejandro Serna officiating.  Interment will follow in the Sacred Heart Cemetery in Kenedy, TX.  Serving as Pallbearers will be Jose Torres, Chris Means, Isaiah Barrientez, Johnny Escamilla, Enrique Garcia, Alberto Martinez, Roel Nunez, Ruben Nunez.

Donations may be made to Eckols Funeral Home, Inc. or the Michael J. Fox Parkinson’s Organization.

Baldomero “Bo” A. Salinas of Kenedy, Texas was born on August 1, 1955 to Benito P. Salinas and Maria Alaniz Salinas in Kenedy, TX passed away on December 2, 2021 at the age of 66.  Bo worked for Smolik’s Meat Market as a butcher for over 20 years and was also self employed as a carpenter.  Bo was preceded in death by his parents, Benito P. Salinas and Maria Alaniz Salinas; his two brothers: Bennie Alaniz Salinas Jr and Roberto A. Salinas; and two sisters: Maria Cecelia Salinas and Rachel Salinas. Survivors include his common law spouse: Beatrice Farias Salinas; daughter: Janet Salinas of Kenedy, TX sons: Baldemero “Bodie” Salinas Jr. and Jesse Joe “JJ’ Salinas; 5 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; sisters: Cynthia (Jimmy Jr.) Solis of Kenedy, TX and Clara “Katy” (Felix Barrera Jr.) Salinas, Falfurrias, TX; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Visitation Friday, December 3, 2021 from 5:00p.m.to 9:00p.m. at Eckols Chapel.  Evening Service will be held on Friday, December 3, 2021 at 6:00p.m. at Eckols Chapel with Rev. Matt Singleton officiating. A Rosary will follow at 7:00p.m. at Eckols Chapel on Friday, December 3, 2021.  Funeral services will held on Saturday, December 4, 2021 at 11:00a.m. at Eckols Chapel with Rev.  Norbert Hermann of Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church officiating. Interment to follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Pallbearers: Michael Salinas of Choate, TX, Raul Garza III, Falfurrias, TX, Danny Garza of Falfurrias, TX, Nathan Cantu of Kenedy, TX, Janet Salinas of Kenedy, TX, JJ Salinas of Kenedy, TX, Daren Cruz of Kenedy, TX, Robert Arrisola of Beeville, TX, Colton Salinas of Choate, TX, Epifanio “Wero” Arrisola of Kyle, TX, and Xavier Arrisola of Mineral TX.

Louis Sotelo of Kenedy, Texas was born on August 5, 1951 in Three Rivers, TX to Hijinio Sotelo and Marcela Leora Sotelo passed away on November 19, 2021 at the age of 70. Mr. Sotelo had worked for Valero and also assisted as a Driver for Meals on Wheels. He is preceded in death by his parents, his two brothers: Hijinio and Alex; sisters: Delia, Sandra, and Diana. He survived by his wife of 41 years: Adelita Flores Sotelo of Kenedy, Texas; his sister Mary Ann (George) Gonzalez of Ft. Worth, TX; five brothers: George Sotelo, Rene (Connie) Sotelo, Robert Sotelo, Steven Sotelo and Sixto Sotello; many nieces, nephews and other relatives. Visitation will be held on Monday, November 29, 2021 from 8:0a.m. to 11:00a.m. at Eckols Chapel. Funeral services will begin promptly at 11:00a.m. at Eckols Chapel with Rev. Jimmy Longoria officiating. Services to conclude in chapel.

Adelina “Rennie” Rodriguez Kern, Age 65 of Kenedy, TX went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, November 15, 2021.  Rennie was born on July 24, 1956 in Kenedy to the late Saturnino, Sr. and Adelina Salais Rodriguez. She was a loving wife, mother, grand-mother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, friend to many, of the Baptist Faith who loved spending time with her children and grandchildren, playing bingo with her sisters and playing the local game rooms.  She is preceded in death by her husband Donald William Kern; parents, Saturnino, Sr. and Adelina Salais Rodriguez; son, Daniel Kern; brothers, Reynaldo Rodriguez, Ernie Rodriguez, and Raul S. Rodriguez, Sr.  She is survived by her daughters, Pamela Hernandez and husband Jesus of Kenedy, Christi Vera and husband Martin of Kenedy, Jo Ann Kern of Kenedy, Joyce Martinez of Kenedy; son, Reynaldo Kern of Kenedy; sisters, Yolanda, Maria, Josie, Frances, Connie, Geneva, Betty; brothers, Reymundo, Saturnino, Jr; 14 grandchildren, 5 greatgrandchildren and beloved partner Pacifico Martinez.

Visitation will be held Thursday, November 18, 2021 from 2:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. in the Eckols Chapel with a Prayer Service at 7:00 P.M.  Inurnment will take place at a later date.