Sunset Memorial Oaks Funeral Home - Del Rio

Sunset Memorial Oaks Funeral Home - Del Rio Family-owned and operated since 2004. Home to Del Rio's only on-site crematory and perpetual care cemetery combination.

Offering full-service funeral, burial, cremation, memorial, and headstone services. We’re here to serve you every step of the way. We are family owned and operated since 2004 specializing in burials, cremations and memorials. Proudly serving Val Verde, Kinney and surrounding counties.

Happy Presidents’ Day. 🇺🇸 Today we honor the leaders who have guided our nation through history. May we reflect on the v...
02/16/2026

Happy Presidents’ Day. 🇺🇸 Today we honor the leaders who have guided our nation through history. May we reflect on the values of service, integrity, and unity that strengthen our communities.

Our beloved Cassandra (Casey) Lianne Tipps of Brackettville, Texas, passed away on February, 4, 2026, at the age of 47. ...
02/16/2026

Our beloved Cassandra (Casey) Lianne Tipps of Brackettville, Texas, passed away on February, 4, 2026, at the age of 47. Casey was a cancer survivor of 17 years until she found herself having to battle cancer again. She battled strong, she battled fierce, and she battled with grace.

Born on May 3, 1978, in Del Rio, Texas, Casey was a wonderful mother, beautiful daughter, kind sister, and a true friend. Left to cherish her memories are her mother, Lydia Morin Tipps; brother, Jeffrey Glenn Tipps II (Donald); sister, Jamie Velma Malloy; partner, Sarah Rodriguez and their children, Sylas and Emryss; nieces Emily Malloy (Jared), Ava Su (Jerry), Abigail Malloy; and nephew, Nathan Malloy (Marissa). Casey also leaves behind countless loving friends and relatives. She is preceded in death by her father, Jeffrey Glenn Tipps; grandmothers, Agapita Sandoval Morin & Hazel Ilene Tipps; grandfathers, Martin Morin & Adrian David Tipps; and her cherished dogs, Lucky and Matty.

Casey treasured her role as mother, and loved helping raise Sylas and Emryss to be intelligent and insightful. She graduated from Brackettville High School in 1996, Southwest Texas Junior College in 1998, and the Art Institute of Houston in 2000 with a degree in culinary arts. Casey spent the majority of her career serving the community of Del Rio as general manager at Applebee’s. She shaped the many lives of her employees, built lasting friendships, and supported her coworkers through the challenges of Covid-19 on the restaurant industry. Casey will be remembered for her love, strength, humor, kindness to all, and dedication to her friends and loved ones.

Cremation services are under the direction of Sunset Memorial Oaks Funeral Home; A memorial service will be held at the Brackettville Sunset Funeral Home, 302 E. Spring St, Brackettville, Texas on March 13, 2026 at 11:00AM.

Cassandra’s primary oncologist was located in San Antonio, but Val Verde Regional Medical Center treated her to the extent of their capabilities. VVRMC consistently treated her with love, care, dignity and respect during her battle. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Val Verde Regional Medical Center’s Legacy Foundation in Casey’s name. The VVRMC Legacy Foundation’s goal is to expand their scope of treatment options for the citizens of southwest Texas, including the ability to administer cancer therapies and care for patients whose oncologists are located elsewhere. You can learn more about the VVRMC Legacy Foundation and donate at www.vvrmc.org/legacy-foundation

Linda Nicewander Stidham was a wife, a mother, and a grandmother. She left us on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at the age...
02/14/2026

Linda Nicewander Stidham was a wife, a mother, and a grandmother. She left us on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at the age of 74 years young. We say years young instead of old because she always disliked the word old and insisted it wasn't in her dictionary.

She was preceded in death by her mother and father, Jimmie Lou Nicewander and Lee Loyd Nicewander; her sister, Carol Lee Nicewander; her grandparents, Viola Morgan, Onis Morgan, Arthur Nicewander, and Emma Nicewander

She is survived by her husband, Monty Stidham; her siblings, Van Nicewander, Dean Nicewander, and Donna Riemer; her children, Billy Tooker, Daniel Tooker, Rachel Tooker, and Jonathan Tooker; Six grandchildren, Trinity Flores, Emily Flores, Salem Flores, Alexander Tooker, Rebecca Tooker, and Hannah Tooker; her nephew, Chris Riemer and his wife Tara and their 3 kids; Adam, Noah, and Grant.

Linda was born on October 29th, 1951, in Perry Oklahoma to Jimmie Lou Nicewander and Lee Loyd Nicewander. She spent much of her childhood in school and in church. She attended the Nazarene church in Perry 3 times a week until 6th grade and attended Calvary Baptist Church thereafter. She was in several school plays, took piano lessons, and was in the Blue Birds.

She graduated from Stillwater High school in 1970. After graduation, she worked at Southwestern Bell as a Switchboard operator for many years. Later on, she shifted her focus to respiratory therapy.

She married William Tooker on June 18th of 1975 in Payne Oklahoma. She had her first child, William Sean Tooker, on September 2nd, 1981. She went on to have three more children. Daniel Lee Tooker in 1987, Rachel Viola Lou Tooker in 1992, and Jonathan David Tooker in 1995.

She moved to Del Rio, Texas in 1991 for missionary work. She helped John Martinez and Irene Ballosh with their church. She taught and preached, distributed toys, helped build churches, and brought the gospel to those who needed it most.

She married Monty Stidham on October 28th of 2011, and they spent over 15 years together in their beautiful home in Del Rio Texas where they shared their love of music, the word of God, taking care of animals, and nature.

She had a deep love for music, singing, poetry, and most of all, the bible. She was creative and was always coming up with clever product ideas, like her musical diapers.

She absolutely loved animals too. She rescued hundreds throughout her life. She gave many dogs and cats a second chance at life and found them loving homes when nobody else would.

Most important of all, she was a great mother to four children. She raised them right, loved them all equally, always took interest in their lives, and took care of them through many hardships. She brought them up in the way we should go, and they did not depart from it. That was one of her favorite verses from Proverbs 22:6.

Here is another one of her favorite verses: Psalms 23: “Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for thou art with me. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life and I will dwell in the house of the lord forever. The trumpets in heaven shall sound in glory and the gates will be open wide, for the lord in heaven has brought home one of his most faithful servants. She will dwell in the house of the lord forever.”

We would also like to extend a personal thank you to Linda's husband, Monty Stidham, her daughter, Rachel, and all of the Hospice nurses. Thank you for taking care of her and sticking by her side. We greatly appreciate everything you've done and the sacrifices you've made to make sure that she was taken care of, and comfortable.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, February 19, 2026 from 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM; chapel service at 6:00 PM at Sunset Memorial Oaks Funeral Home, 2020 N. Bedell Ave, Del Rio, Texas.

Funeral services will conclude after the chapel service.

Jesus Maria Reyes, age 84, entered into rest on Thursday, February 12, 2026 in Del Rio, Texas. He was born on December 2...
02/14/2026

Jesus Maria Reyes, age 84, entered into rest on Thursday, February 12, 2026 in Del Rio, Texas. He was born on December 23, 1941 in Ciudad Acuña, Coahuila, Mexico. He was preceded in death by his wife Manuela Reyes and his son Elpidio Reyes.

He is survived by his children Juan J. Reyes, Gabriel Reyes, and Adriana Carrillo; 10 grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

The visitation will be held on Monday, February 16, 2026 from 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Sunset Memorial Oaks Funeral Home, 2020 N. Bedell Ave, Del Rio, Texas.

The visitation continues Tuesday, February 17, from 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM at Sunset Memorial Oaks Funeral Home, 2020 N. Bedell Ave, Del Rio, Texas. A chapel service will be held Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 10:00 AM, at Sunset Memorial Oaks Funeral Home, 2020 N. Bedell Ave, Del Rio, Texas.

The interment will be held at the Reyes Family Cemetery.

Love is more than a feeling — it’s a choice. A choice to be patient, kind, and compassionate. Love remains the foundatio...
02/13/2026

Love is more than a feeling — it’s a choice. A choice to be patient, kind, and compassionate. Love remains the foundation in every season of life.

May your Valentine’s Day be filled with Christ-centered love. 💛

William “Billy” Breiten, 69, entered into rest on February 5, 2026 in Del Rio, Texas. He was born on February 4, 1957 in...
02/12/2026

William “Billy” Breiten, 69, entered into rest on February 5, 2026 in Del Rio, Texas. He was born on February 4, 1957 in Andrews, Texas.

Billy was preceded in death by his parents, W.C. and Mary Cunningham; his beloved wife, Tana Breiten; his stepson, Russell Oats; and his brother, Ricky Cunningham.

He is survived by his children, Christi and Randy Tartt; Casey and Jessica Breiten; and Cyndi and Marty Wright. He was a proud grandfather to Caden, Mason, Janie, Reece, Austen, Amanda, Beau, and Holly.

Billy worked as a cotton farmer in Pecos, Texas and later as a diesel mechanic, but most importantly, he was a lifetime fisherman who loved Lake Amistad. Whether on the water or in the company of friends, he found joy in simple pleasures and meaningful connections. He had friends from all walks of life and leaves behind many who will remember his stories, laughter, and liveliness.

The family extends heartfelt gratitude to his devoted caretaker and dear friend, Linda Victorio, for her compassion and unwavering support.

An intimate memorial will be held at a later date.

In a world that can feel heavy, let kindness, humility, and patience shape every moment, reflecting God’s love in all we...
02/10/2026

In a world that can feel heavy, let kindness, humility, and patience shape every moment, reflecting God’s love in all we do.

Ruben Zamora Ortiz, age 75, entered into rest on Thursday, February 5, 2026. He was born on September 30, 1950.He is pre...
02/08/2026

Ruben Zamora Ortiz, age 75, entered into rest on Thursday, February 5, 2026. He was born on September 30, 1950.

He is preceded in death by his mother Antonia Ortiz Alvarado.

Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 42 years Monica Zamora and his children Ruben Zamora Jr. (Nichole), Rafael Zamora (Carmelita), Raul Zamora , Ricardo Zamora (Mary Rodriguez), Roberto Zamora (Stephani Silos), Rene Zamora (Alejandra), Olimpia Zamora (Roberto Muniz), Dana Zamora, and Monica Zamora (Marco Garcia).

The visitation will be held on Monday, February 9, 2026 from 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM with a chapel service at 6:30 PM, at Sunset Memorial Oaks Funeral Home, 2020 N. Bedell Ave, Del Rio, Texas.

The visitation will continue on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, with a chapel service at 12:00 PM, at Sunset Memorial Oaks Funeral Home, 2020 N. Bedell Ave, Del Rio, Texas.

The interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Oaks Cemetery, 5144 Hwy 90 East, Del Rio, Texas.

Pallbearers will be Ruben Zamora Jr., Roberto Muniz, Roberto Muniz Jr., Erick Teran Dana Zamora, and Juan Rivera.

Melinda Kay Long Cervantez, age 73, entered into rest on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 in Del Rio, Texas. She was born on ...
02/07/2026

Melinda Kay Long Cervantez, age 73, entered into rest on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 in Del Rio, Texas. She was born on August 2, 1952 in Mirando City, Texas

She was preceded in death by her parents, Cleburne Franklin Long and Marie Dannelley Long.

She is survived by her loving husband, Pedro Ruiz Cervantez; her son, Pete Randall Cervantez, and daughter-in-law, Leyla Diaz Cervantez; her grandson, Pete Anthony Cervantez; her brother, John William Long, and his wife, Julie Buhidar-Long; her aunts, Sue and Beulah; her stepson, Pedro Ruiz Cervantez Jr.; her stepdaughter, Nelda Cervantez Mata; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

She was a wonderful and loving wife, mother, mother-in-law and daughter who loved to cook, decorate and play cards. She was always there for her family and friends and full of joy, laughter and a smile. She will be greatly missed by everyone.

A special thank you to Dr. Aurelio Laing, Dr. Amir Malik and Rebecca Fernandez, NP and staff.

The visitation will be held on Monday, February 9, 2026 from 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Sunset Memorial Oaks Funeral Home, 2020 N. Bedell Ave, Del Rio, Texas.

Services will conclude after the visitation.

Estela M. Perez, age 84, entered into rest on Monday, February 2, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas. She was born on March 7, 1...
02/06/2026

Estela M. Perez, age 84, entered into rest on Monday, February 2, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas. She was born on March 7, 1941 in Mexico City, Mexico.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, February 8, 2026 from 4:00PM to 8:00PM at Sunset Memorial Oaks Funeral Home, 2020 N. Bedell Ave, Del Rio, Texas.

Visitation will continue on Monday, February 9, 2026 from 8:30AM - 9:30AM at Sunset Memorial Oaks Funeral Home, 2020 N. Bedell Ave, Del Rio, Texas.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on February 9, 2026 at 10:00AM at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 509 W. Garza St, Del Rio, Texas.

Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Oaks Cemetery, 5144 Hwy 90 East, Del Rio, Texas.

Pablo Ramos Jr., born September 7, 1959, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2026. Pablo’s request is to be remembered...
02/05/2026

Pablo Ramos Jr., born September 7, 1959, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2026. Pablo’s request is to be remembered quietly and with love. As such, no services will be held, and family and friends are invited to remember him in their own personal way—through shared memories, quiet moments, laughter, and the lasting love he leaves behind.

Margaret R. Robinson, age 86, entered into rest on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 in Del Rio, Texas. She was born on Septem...
02/04/2026

Margaret R. Robinson, age 86, entered into rest on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 in Del Rio, Texas. She was born on September 26, 1939 in Timmy, New Mexico.

She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Mr. Wayne Allen Robinson; her son James Robinson; daughter Gwen Cole (Frank); grandchildren Shane Cole and Tabitha Coleman (Joe); and numerous great-grandchildren.

There are no funeral services scheduled at this time.

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