Guillen Sworn In At Texas Capitol
Swearing-in Ceremony Marks the Beginning of the 88th Legislative Session
and raise a family.”
Surrounded by his wife Dalinda, daughters Cinco and Viva, his father Mario and his wife Maria, and the other 149 members of the Texas House, Guillen recited the Oath of Office last Tuesday.
Congress at Laredo City Hall
personable nature, and for his ability to navigate the legislative process.
On Tuesday, January 10, 2023, Texas State Representative Ryan Guillen (R-Rural South Texas) was sworn in for another term in the Texas House of Representatives, kicking off the 88th session of the Texas Legislature.
“I’m very humbled to be entrusted to represent the people of rural South Texas in the state legislature,” said Guillen. “As always, I’m determined to work vigorously to help make Texas an even greater place to live, work
“This is a crucial time for our state,” said Guillen. “I look forward to working with my colleagues to help combat rising inflation and property taxes, to address border security, school safety, and mental health , to ensure that our values are safeguarded, and to help address the things that matter most to our constituents.”
Since he was first elected, Representative Guillen has worked diligently to improve opportunities for South Texas families and communities. He has been appointed to leadership positions under every Speaker administration, and has passed more legislation out of the Texas House than any other since first taking office. He’s known for his work ethic, accessibility,
Representative Ryan Guillen serves eleven rural South Texas counties in the Texas House of Representatives, including Brooks, Duval, Jim Hogg, Karnes, Kenedy, La Salle, Live Oak, McMullen, Starr, Wilson, Zapata, and formerly Atascosa, Webb, and Willacy. To learn more, follow, or to contact him, visit ryanguillen.com
Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) was sworn into the U.S. House of Representatives to represent the 28th Congressional District of Texas in the 118th Congress at Laredo City Hall. After the ceremony, Congressman Cuellar released the following statement:
“I am grateful and honored that the people of my district have once again chosen me to be their voice in Congress,” said Congressman Cuellar. “I will return to Washington as a Senior Member of the House Appropriations Committee and continue fighting to improve education, expand access
to affordable health care, secure our communities and border, and create more well-paying jobs across Texas-28.”
Congressman Cuellar continued:
“During the 118th Congress, I intend to continue delivering for the working families in my district. I trust that, by working together, we will create a better South Texas for our children and future generations. Once again, I want to thank my family and everyone else for their unwavering trust and support.”
Congressman Henry Cuellar is a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee and Chief Deputy Whip.
WEDNESDAY JANUARY 25th - I.C.C. 6:30 P.M.
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†RUFINO GONZALEZ by Ramirez Family
†LAZARO GARZA GARCIA (38TH AN.) by Mr & Mrs. Israel De la Cruz
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OBITUARY
Josefina E. Escobar
Josefina E. Escobar was born on March 18,1935 to Crescencio and Josefa Escobar and raised in Escobares, Texas. She married her husband Gilberto Escobar of 52 years on May 5, 1957.
Fina was a loving wife, mother, sister, aunt and cousin. She attended Roma High School until the 10th grade, then decided to stay home to help support her family.
Fina was a waitress for a time in her late teens, then married and became a full-time wife, mother and homemaker. Fina’s hobbies consisted of cooking, quilting, and collecting beautiful bells which she kept in her special curio cabinet. She was very proud of her collection and shared where they came from and who gifted them to her. She will always be remembered for her love of laughter, unconditional love and devotion to her family. Fina was always a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, cousin and aunt. Fina was an outstanding cook and baker many sought out her famous Pan de Polvo that would often be
requested for weddings and other special occasions. Her greatest joy was caring for family. The proof of her love showed when she held her children in her warm and loving arms, assuring them that all would be well. Wherever Fina went she was the life of the party, making people laugh was a pleasure to experience. Fina braved through many storms that came her way even until the end. Her love and dedication to her husband, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren never wavered. Fina will forever be remembered with admiration, love and selfless devotion, but above all LOVE. She was known to us as “Ama” and embraced being referred to as “Ama” by others.
Josefina E. Escobar is preceded in death by husband, Jose Gilberto Escobar; sons, Ronaldo Escobar and Juan Escobar; granddaughter, Celia Jean Escobar; parents, Crescencio and Josefa Escobar; brothers, Florentino Escobar (†Ofelia), Ramiro (Emma) Escobar and Jose Angel (†Hilda) Escobar; sisters, Sinforosa E. (†Ruben) Barrera and Hermila Escobar.
Josefina E. Escobar is survived by daughters, Sonia (Romeo) Trevino, Dalinda (Gary) Yarborough, and Linda (David) Reyes; sons, Alan (Marlen) Escobar and Ismael (Missy) Escobar; daughter-in-law, Anna (†Juan) Escobar; grandchildren, Jeremy (Camille) Escobar, Jevon (Suzanne) Escobar, Phillip Yarborough, Anthony (Linda) Trevino, Victoria (Emilio)
Garza, Clarissa Reyes, Stephen Yarborough, Michael Trevino, Roberto Escobar, Bryan Reyes, Stefanie Escobar, Bria Escobar, and Esai Escobar; numerous great-grandchildren; sister, Maria Guadalupe Escobar (†Manuel) Villarreal; and brother, Crescencio (Sara) Escobar.
Pallbearers are Jeremy Escobar, Jevon Escobar, Phillip Yarborough, Bryan Reyes, Anthony Trevino and Roberto Escobar. Honorary pallbearers are Stephen Yarborough, Michael Trevino, Esai Escobar and Julian Trevino.
Visitation for the public will be held at Rosas Funeral Home, 1215 W. Front St., Alice, Texas on Tuesday, January 24th from 5pm9pm with the rosary at 7:30pm. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, January 25th at 10am at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church located at 1010 Beam Station Road, Alice, Texas. Burial will follow at the Escobar Family cemetery located at 293 CR 460 and Escobar Lane.
The Escobar brothers and sisters would like to give a special THANK YOU to our eldest sister, Sonia, for her selfless care and devotion of our dear mother Ama at our mother’s most difficult time. The family would also like to say thank you to The Premier of Alice and their numerous care givers for their special care and attention to their loving mother Josefina E. Escobar.
Funeral arrangements entrusted with ROSAS FUNERAL HOME, INC.
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†RAQUEL VELASCO VALLE by Gloria De Loera
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OBITUARY
Texas.
Maria Thelma Garza
October 31, 1964 † January 12, 2023
Rio Grande City - Maria Thelma Garza, age, 58, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, January 12, 2023 in Edinburg,
DIVINO NIÑO JESÚS
Maria, was a dearly daughter, mother, wife, sister, aunt, she will be greatly missed by her beloved family and close friends. She was born on October 31, 1964 in Rio Grande City, Texas. She is preceded in death by her loving parents, Pedro Bazan† and Lydia C. Bazan†. She is survived by her loving husband, Raymond Garza, her loving sons, Raymond Garza Jr., Justinrey Garza, also by her loving daughters, Heather Nicole Garza, Lydia Alicia Garza. Survivors also include her loving sisters, Maricela Bazan Garza, Ana Bazan, and Alma Lydia Bazan Garza, Lorenza Bazan, also by her loving brother, Jorge Bazan and many cousins, nieces, nephews, and extended family, all whom she loved dearly. Visitation
was held on Sunday, January 15, 2023 from 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm with a rosary at 6:00 pm. Viewing continued on Monday January 16, 2023 from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm with a chapel service at 1:00 pm. Followed a Burial in La Casita Cemetery at 2:30 pm. Funeral services are entrusted at Hernandez Funerals, LLC in Rio Grand City.
We, the family of Maria Thelma Garza, wish to express our thanks to all our relatives, friends, and neighbors who made a most difficult time in our lives easier to bear due to their kindness, beautiful flowers, phone calls, food, donations, masses, and prayers. It helps to know that others share our loss of our beloved one.
Acuérdate oh Niño Santo que jamás se oyó decir que alguno te haya implorado sin tu auxilio recibir. Por eso con fe y confianza, humilde y arrepentido, lleno de amor y esperanza; este favor yo te pido. Se pide la gracia que se desee y decir siete veces: “DIVINO NIÑO JESÚS BENDÍCENOS”
S. G.
“The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is the attribute of the strong.”
~Mahatma Gandhi, All Men are Brothers: Autobiographical Reflections
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