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In Loving Memory of THELMA T. GARZA November 22, 1937 – May 2, 2025 Thelma T. Garza entered eternal rest on Friday, May 2, 2025, at the blessed age of 87. She was born in Roma, TX, on November 22, 1937, to Fernando and Emma Trevino. She is reunited in heaven with her parents; beloved husband of 52 years Frank Garza Jr; sisters Susie Villanueva and Norma Jean Garcia. She is loved and will be greatly missed by her children Cynthia Ann Pacheco (Jesse), Leticia Marie Garcia (Rick), Sandra Jean Orta (David), Frank Garza III, Gilbert T. Garza (Leticia); grandchildren Jeffrey Garcia, Melissa Niebla (Armando), Eric Pacheco, Isaac Pacheco (Kristin) Celeste Leija(Dean), Christian Garza; great grandchildren Zoe Pacheco, Violet Pacheco, Luciana Niebla, Julian Niebla, Paloma Niebla, and sister Gloria A. Herrera; as well as extended family members and friends. Thelma was a parishioner at St. Paul Catholic Church. She was a proud member of St. Paul Altar Society participating in charitable fundraisers, attending spiritual reflections, and fondly dedicated in this parish ministry. She also had the great honor of serving on numerous Women’s ACTS Retreats where the young women called her “Grandma” with admirable respect. Her latest contribution to ACTS, then Amor of God was helping during the Lenten Fish Fry Fridays as part of the famous “Green Bean Crew.” Thelma truly cherished being part of her church community. Thelma was a devoted wife who had adored the company of her husband, Frank. Their leisure time was spent traveling to Las Vegas, Chicago, Niagara Falls, Florida, and several other destinations. If not traveling, this beautiful couple loved social dancing. Now back together in each other’s arms, their dancing days will resume in heaven. Thelma loved being a mother, grandma, and granny. She enjoyed attending and supporting all their school, athletic, cheerleading, and community events. Thelma would be seen proudly sporting the school or team colors. She could be seen praying with her children and grandchildren at their spiritual events as well. Thelma looked forward to going on mini vacations with them and just spending quality moments surrounded by family. These times were precious memories for all to be remembered. Heaven has gained a treasured soul. She will live forever in our hearts. Rest in peace.

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Thelma T. Garza

November 22, 1937 - May 2, 2025