Carlos Alvarez, whose generosity shaped San Antonio, dead at 73
The businessman who brought Mexican beers Modelo and Corona to the U.S., made the Texas town of Shiner synonymous with a craft brew and gave millions of dollars to support arts and education in San Antonio has died.
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Celebrated by generations, pioneering mariachi educator Belle Ortiz dies at 90
Musician and educator Belle Ortiz died late Wednesday at age 90, having started mariachi education programs in the San Antonio school system and inspiring thousands over decades.
In stately sendoff, a city joins family in honoring the life of Red McCombs
The first such event held at the Tobin, the funeral service celebrated the life of a man called one of the most significant San Antonians of the 20th century.
McCombs remembered by many for his ‘optimism and commitment’ to San Antonio
Local leaders and others remembered Red McCombs, who died Sunday at 95, through the countless ways he made San Antonio a better city.
Billionaire auto magnate, civic leader and former Spurs owner Red McCombs dies at 95
Billy Joe “Red” McCombs, the automotive magnate who helped bring the Spurs to San Antonio and was a leading civic figure for decades, has died at age 95.
John Hayes remembered for dedication to Somerset students
Commentary: Superintendent Saul Hinojosa remembers John Hayes for his investment in the students and teachers of Somerset ISD.
Remembering artist Jesse Treviño, who rebuilt life and career after war’s toll
Prominent San Antonio painter and muralist Jesse Treviño is remembered by family, friends and fellow artists as a heroic veteran and remarkable artist.
Founder of the family-owned Bolner’s Fiesta Products dies at 94
Known for the family-owned spice and seasonings business he founded in 1955, Clif Bolner was also active in the San Antonio community and his church.
Blayne Tucker leaves a legacy of music advocacy and devotion to family
Friends, family and music industry colleagues mourn the loss of Blayne Tucker, who died on Dec. 30 at age 42.
Orion Knox Jr., who helped discover Natural Bridge Caverns, dies at 81
Orion Knox Jr. was one of four St. Mary’s University students who explored the caves in 1960, helping turn Natural Bridge Caverns into a tourist destination.
Trailblazing Con Safo artist José Esquivel has died at age 87
San Antonio artist José Esquivel, a founding member of the Con Safo group, left a legacy of artworks depicting farmworkers, laborers, strong Latinas of the barrio, and his own family.
Pedro Rodriguez, ‘staunch advocate and defender’ of Chicano culture in San Antonio, dies at 86
The Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center’s first director Pedro Rodriguez is remembered as a key player in preserving and promoting Chicano arts.
Joci Straus, ‘driving force’ behind restoring Majestic Theatre, dies at 91
Known to many as “Joci,” Straus was a former Republic Party fundraiser and established a foundation to raise funds for the restoration of two landmark theaters in San Antonio.
