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Petra Vasquez Garza was born June 29, 1942 in Charquito Blanco, Vallecio, Nuevo Leon, Mexico, and passed away at home February 25, 2026, at the age of 83. Petra was dedicated and baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses on November 22, 2014. Once she began studying the Bible she knew she had to share what she was learning and thus began many years of teaching others about Jehovah God’s promises. Petra was a member of the congregation Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses-South San Antonio. Petra was preceded in death by her Parents, Herlinda Garza de Vazquez and Victor Vazquez; her Husband, Homero Garza. Petra is survived by her Daughters, Maria Del Carmen Garza, Maria Monica G. Gamez, Maria Teresa Garza, and Jacqueline Garza (Luca Lavagnino); Brother, Refugio Vazquez and Sister, Anselma V. Rodriguez; Grandchildren: Daniel Abel Gamez, Francisco De La Fuente and Larry De La Fuente; Great-grandchildren, Madeline Grace Gamez, Elijah Abel Gamez, Luke De La Fuente, and Athena Petra De La Fuente. Reflections from the Family Our mom was the heart of our home-a woman of deep faith, steady love, and talent. She lived her life in quiet devotion: to her family, to her faith, and the simple but meaningful work of caring for others. She was a wonderful cook, and her kitchen was a place of warmth and welcome. Meals weren’t just food on the table-they were expressions of love. Through every holiday feast, dinner, and everyday recipe, she nourished not just our bodies but our spirits. The smells from her stove and the comfort of her cooking will forever feel like home. Her hands were rarely still. As a gifted quilt maker, she stitched together more than fabric-she stitched together memories. Every quilt carried pieces of her patience, creativity, and care. Those quilts will continue to wrap our family in warmth, just as she always did. In her garden, she found joy and peace. She nurtured her flowers and plants with the same tenderness she gave her family. Watching things grow under her care reflected who she was: faithful, attentive, and quietly strong. She understood that growth takes time, love, and trust-lessons she lived out every day. Most importantly, she was a devoted wife and mother. Her love was steady and selfless. She showed up-- in big moments and small ones--with encouragement, wisdom, and unwavering support. Her family was her greatest treasure, and she gave us the gift of feeling deeply loved. Her legacy lives on in the meals we cook, the quilts we treasure, the gardens we plant, and the faith we carry forward. We are who we are because of her. She was truly a blessing, and she will always be the heart of our family.

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Petra V. Garza

June 29, 1942 - February 25, 2026