Thomae Garza Funeral Home

Thomae Garza Funeral Home Our hope is that our website will give you resources that will help simplify your decisions furing a Albert M. Vega Director

Our family and staff appreciate and thank you for visiting our funeral home's website. We understand the difficulty of making decisions regarding funeral and cremation services. Our hope is that our website will give you resources that will help simplify your decisions in a period when it is often difficult to make decisions. Thomae-Garza Funeral Directors has been helping families since 1941 with traditional funerals, graveside services, cremations, national transporting services and burials at sea.

Gloria C. Leija, 76, of San Benito, Texas went home to be with our Lord and Savior on Sunday, March 22, 2026, at her hom...
03/25/2026

Gloria C. Leija, 76, of San Benito, Texas went home to be with our Lord and Savior on Sunday, March 22, 2026, at her home in San Benito, Texas. Gloria was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister. Everybody knew her as the hardworking woman who was always giving everything her all. She always opened her home to everybody in open arms, and never failed to show how proud she was to all her grandchildren, she will be deeply and greatly missed, may she rest in peace. A visitation will be held on Friday, March 27, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. Rosary at Thomae-Garza Funeral Home in San Benito, Texas. A Chapel Service will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Thomae-Garza Funeral Home with cremation to follow in accordance with her wishes. You may sign the online guestbook, light a remembrance candle, or send words of comfort to the family Gloria C. Leija at www.thomaegarza.com. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Thomae-Garza Funeral Home and Crematorium, 395 S. Sam Houston, San Benito, Texas, (956) 399-1331.
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Evelyn Roxana Vasquez, 41, de Los Fresnos, Texas falleció el jueves 19 de marzo de 2026. Evelyn Roxana Vásquez fue una m...
03/24/2026

Evelyn Roxana Vasquez, 41, de Los Fresnos, Texas falleció el jueves 19 de marzo de 2026. Evelyn Roxana Vásquez fue una mujer que amó profundamente a Dios, a sus hijos y a su familia. La recordamos por su personalidad amable, su alegría constante y su hermosa sonrisa. Evelyn era muy amigable y querida por todos los que la conocieron. Siempre hizo todo lo posible por sacar adelante a sus hijos y brindarles lo mejor. Evelyn también fue un gran apoyo en la iglesia Templo Puerta del Cielo, donde sirvió como maestra de intermedios y miembro del departamento de Dorcas. Su amor y dedicación a la obra de Dios fueron de gran bendición para muchos. Vivió una vida rodeada de amor y cariño, especialmente por su familia, tíos y primos, quienes siempre la apreciaron profundamente. Un velorio se llevara a cabo el miércoles 25 de marzo de 2026, a las 2:00 p.m. a 9:00 p.m. con un servicio de oración a las 7:00 p.m. en la Funeraria Thomae-Garza Funeral Home en San Benito, Texas. Un servicio funebre se llevara a cabo el jueves 26 de marzo de 2026 en Eternal Rock Christian Center, 904 S Arroyo Blvd, con un entierro a seguir al Cementerio Los Cuates en Los Fresnos, Texas. Puede firmar el libro de visitas en línea, encender una vela en su memoria o enviar palabras de consuelo a la familia de Evelyn Roxana Vasquez en www.thomaegarza.com. Los servicios funerarios están a cargo de la Funeraria y Crematorio Thomae-Garza, 395 S. Sam Houston, San Benito, Texas, (956) 399-1331.
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Ismael Chapa, 62, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026. He was born on September 8, 1962 to his loving parents, Erne...
03/24/2026

Ismael Chapa, 62, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026. He was born on September 8, 1962 to his loving parents, Ernesto and Elvia Chapa. He was a devoted father and grandfather who will be deeply missed by his daughters, Crystal Lee Browne and Kristel Ann Rodriguez, their mother, Anabel Martinez and all seven of his grandchildren. Ismael's warm heart, quiet strength, and love for his family will be remembered forever. A visitation will be held on Friday, March 27, 2026, 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with a 6:00 p.m. Rosary at Thomae-Garza Funeral Home in San Benito, Texas. You may sign the online guestbook, light a remembrance candle, or send words of comfort to the family Ismael Chapa at www.thomaegarza.com. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Thomae-Garza Funeral Home and Crematorium, 395 S. Sam Houston, San Benito, Texas, (956) 399-1331.
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Con el corazón lleno de dolor, nos despedimos de Cristian X. Serna. No existen palabras que puedan expresar completament...
03/24/2026

Con el corazón lleno de dolor, nos despedimos de Cristian X. Serna. No existen palabras que puedan expresar completamente el sufrimiento de perder a alguien tan profundamente amado. Será profundamente extrañado por su familia y por todos aquellos que tuvieron la bendición de conocerlo. Aunque ya no está físicamente con nosotros, el amor que brindó y los recuerdos compartidos vivirán por siempre en nuestros corazones. Un velorio se llevara a cabo el miércoles 25 de marzo de 2026, de 4:00 p.m. a 9:00 p.m. con un rosario a las 7:00 p.m. en la Funeraria Thomae-Garza en San Benito, Texas. El velorio continuara el jueves 26 de marzo de 2026, de las 9:00 a.m. a 2:00 p.m. con un servicio de capilla a las 2:00 p.m. en la Funeraria Thomae-Garza con un entierro a seguir al Cementerio de la Ciudad de San Benito en San Benito, Texas. Puede firmar el libro de visitas en línea, encender una vela en su memoria o enviar palabras de consuelo a la familia de Cristian X. Serna en www.thomaegarza.com. Los servicios funerarios están a cargo de la Funeraria y Crematorio Thomae-Garza, 395 S. Sam Houston, San Benito, Texas, (956) 399-1331.

With hearts filled with sorrow, we bid farewell to Cristian X. Serna. No words can fully express the pain of losing someone so deeply loved. He will be profoundly missed by his family and by all those who were blessed to know him. Although he is no longer physically with us, the love he gave and the memories we shared will live on forever in our hearts. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m., at Thomae-Garza Funeral Home in San Benito, Texas. The visitation will continue on Thursday, March 26, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., with a chapel service at 2:00 p.m. at Thomae-Garza Funeral Home, followed by burial at the San Benito City Cemetery in San Benito, Texas. You may sign the online guestbook, light a candle in his memory, or send words of comfort to the family of Cristian X. Serna at www.thomaegarza.com. Funeral services are under the care of Thomae-Garza Funeral Home and Crematorium, 395 S. Sam Houston, San Benito, Texas, (956) 399-1331.
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Our dearly beloved father, Jesus Maria Compean, has made his passage to eternal life surrounded by his family on Friday,...
03/24/2026

Our dearly beloved father, Jesus Maria Compean, has made his passage to eternal life surrounded by his family on Friday, March 20, 2026 in Port Isabel, TX. Chuy was, as he liked to tell everyone, 92 and a half years old. He was born in San Benito, Texas on July 31, 1933, one of two children to his loving parents, Arnulfo Compean and Rebecca Gonzales Compean. In 1958 he married the love of his life, Jesusa Zamora and raised our family. He was a devote Catholic and attended Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church. Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 26, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with the recitation of the Holy Rosary at 7:00 p.m. at Thomae-Garza Funeral Home in San Benito, TX. A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, March 27, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 705 S. Longoria St, Port Isabel, TX with interment to follow at Port Isabel City Cemetery in Port Isabel. Texas. You may sign the online guestbook, light a remembrance candle, or send words of comfort to the family of Jesus Ma. Compean at www.thomaegarza.com. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Thomae-Garza Funeral Home and Crematorium, 395 S. Sam Houston, San Benito, Texas, (956) 399-1331.
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Carroll Stratton, age 91, passed away peacefully into Paradise on March 20, 2026, in Harlingen, Texas. He was born on Ma...
03/23/2026

Carroll Stratton, age 91, passed away peacefully into Paradise on March 20, 2026, in Harlingen, Texas. He was born on May 27, 1934, in Mertzon, Texas.
Carroll dedicated many years of his life to hard work and craftmanship. He worked for Union Carbide before pursuing his entrepreneurial spirit and establishing his own construction company, Border Construction, in San Benito, Texas. Through his work, he built not only structures, but a legacy of integrity, diligence, and pride in a job well done. Above all, Carroll loved his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. His faith was the cornerstone of his life. He faithfully served as a deacon in local Baptist churches for as long as his health allowed, demonstrating his commitment to serving others and sharing God's love. Carroll will be remembered for his strong work ethic, his quiet strength, his craftsmanship, and his unwavering faith. His presence will be deeply missed by all who knew and love him, but his family finds comfort in knowing he is now at peace in the presence of his Lord. A life well lived, a legacy well loved. A private inurnment for the family will be held. You may sign the online guestbook, light a remembrance candle, or send words of comfort to the family Carrol Stratton at www.thomaegarza.com. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Thomae-Garza Funeral Home and Crematorium, 395 S. Sam Houston, San Benito, Texas, (956) 399-1331.
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Margarita “Maggie” Torres Lopez, 77, of Port Isabel, Texas, passed away on March 18, 2026, in Olmito, Texas. Working at ...
03/20/2026

Margarita “Maggie” Torres Lopez, 77, of Port Isabel, Texas, passed away on March 18, 2026, in Olmito, Texas. Working at a young age from 15 through her 60’s. She worked from restaurants to hotel housekeeping. She worked and worked. Never stopped. She kept going. One of many unknown fills, she helped her father, Juan Jose at the Jetties Bait Stand from the 80’s to the 2000’s. She loved working for him and/or beside him. She looked forward to working at the stand. At 48 years of age, she started employment at Cameron County Parks in Maintenance. Worked hard for 15 years, until she decided to retire in 2012.She loved traveling to visit family from Houston to Louisiana, where Mardi Gras was celebrated. She sure loved the beads. She loved the atmosphere in Louisiana. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. with a 2:00 p.m. Memorial Service at Thomae-Garza Funeral Home in San Benito, Texas.
You may sign the online guestbook, light a remembrance candle, or send words of comfort to the family Margarita “Maggie” Torres Lopez at www.thomaegarza.com. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Thomae-Garza Funeral Home and Crematorium, 395 S. Sam Houston, San Benito, Texas, (956) 399-1331.
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With extreme sadness we say goodbye to Apolinar “Polo” Silva, 75, of Port Isabel, on Monday, March 16, 2026, The Greates...
03/20/2026

With extreme sadness we say goodbye to Apolinar “Polo” Silva, 75, of Port Isabel, on Monday, March 16, 2026, The Greatest Shrimp Boat Captain in Texas. He worked the Gulf of Mexico for 52 years for the Shrimp Basin in Brownsville, Texas and Port Isabel, Texas. He spent most of his life out at sea working to provide for his family. He enjoyed cooking, hunting, family gatherings, playing pool and fishing. He was the light in every gathering and a comedian at heart. A Memorial Mass will be held on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 705 S. Longoria St., in Port Isabel, Texas. You may sign the online guestbook, light a remembrance candle, or send words of comfort to the family of Apolinar “Polo” Silva at www.thomaegarza.com. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Thomae-Garza Funeral Home and Crematorium, 395 S. Sam Houston, San Benito, Texas, (956) 399-1331.
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Esther Olivia Castillo Hernandez, 57, de San Benito, Texas, fallecio el 6 de marzo de 2026 en Harlingen Texas. Un velori...
03/16/2026

Esther Olivia Castillo Hernandez, 57, de San Benito, Texas, fallecio el 6 de marzo de 2026 en Harlingen Texas. Un velorio se llevara a cabo el martes 17 de marzo de 2026, de 11:00 a.m. a 2:00 p.m. en la Funeraria Thomae-Garza en San Benito, Texas con un traslado internacional al Panteon De Los Santos Reyes en Ejido Morelos, Matamoros, Tamaulipas, Mexico. Puede firmar el libro de visitas en línea, encender una vela en su memoria o enviar palabras de consuelo a la familia de Esther Olivia Castillo Hernandez en www.thomaegarza.com. Los servicios funerarios están a cargo de la Funeraria y Crematorio Thomae-Garza, 395 S. Sam Houston, San Benito, Texas, (956) 399-1331.
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Juanita Flores, 73, of El Ranchito, Texas entered eternal rest on Sunday, March 8th, 2026, in Harlingen, Texas. A viewin...
03/10/2026

Juanita Flores, 73, of El Ranchito, Texas entered eternal rest on Sunday, March 8th, 2026, in Harlingen, Texas. A viewing will be held at Thomae-Garza Funeral Home in San Benito, Texas on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. Holy Rosay. A Funeral Service will be held at San Ignatius of Loyola Catholic Church, 24380 US-281, San Benito, Texas on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. with a graveside service to follow to El Naranjo Cemetery in San Benito, Texas. You may sign the online guestbook, light a remembrance candle, or send words of comfort to the family Juanita Flores at www.thomaegarza.com. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Thomae-Garza Funeral Home and Crematorium, 395 S. Sam Houston, San Benito, Texas, (956) 399-1331.
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