Irene Garza was a beloved teacher and beauty queen in her hometown of McAllen, TX. The whole community rallied to find her after she did not come home the night before Easter. When her body was found five days later, the whole community was in shock. Why would anyone want to kill Irene Garza?

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John Feit, former priest convicted of murdering Irene Garza, dies in prison - CBS News

Unholy Act – Texas Monthly

Irene Garza murder case evidence photos (cbsnews.com)

Details - Unsolved Homicide (texas.gov)

Former Priest Convicted in Cold-Case Murder Dies in Prison | Courthouse News Service

Author Leon J. Podles :: The Murder of Irene Garza Case StudyTimeline: The killing of Irene Garza | CNN

Ex-Priest Arrested In The 1960 Murder of Irene Garza – Texas Monthly

Ex-Priest John Feit Arrested in 1960 Murder of Irene Garza (nbcnews.com)

Read priest's letter on the investigation of Father John Feit - CBS News

Sins of the Father: 48 Hours