Memorials

Rodolfo Villarre-

al,75, passed away on December 4, 2022. He married Olga Villarreal on June 27, 1970, and they shared 52 years together. Rodolfo was born April 26, 1947, in Mission, TX to Felix and Aurora Villarreal. He attended Lockney High School and was given his diploma after his return from Vietnam. Rodolpho served in the United States Army and was awarded the Purple Heart. He was self-employed and co-owner of Bob Hassell Landscaping. He enjoyed having barbecues with his family, watching football, and fishing. Rodolfo is survived by his wife Olga; his mother Aurora Villarreal; his children Elaine (Michael) Ortiz, Lisa (Julio) Olaez, Rudy (Crystal) Villarreal; his eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; three sisters and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father Felix Villarreal and his grandson Leandro Gary Garcia. Rosario Florez, 83, passed away December 10, 2022. He was born September 26, 1939, in Lubbock, TX to Maria Florez. He married Esperanza Florez on July 22, 1961, and they shared 48 years together. Rosario was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. Rosario loved his family immensely and enjoyed spending time with them more than anything. Rosario is survived by his children Sonny Florez, Jr. and Cindy Florez (Joe); his 8 grandchildren Ricky Florez, Jr., Bobby Florez, Sonny Florez III, Stephanie Carranco, Eric Florez, Justin Flores, Ebony Flores, Bela Flores; 14 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. He is preceded in death by his wife, Esperanza Florez; his son, Ricky Florez; his sisters, Geneva Gonzales and Lydia Prado; and a brother, Julian Rios.

Irma Rendon

Herrera was born November 11, 1957 and passed from this life on December 23, 2022 at the age of 65. She married Raymond Herrera on November 28, 1981, and they shared 36 years together. Irma received her Associate of Arts degree from South Plains College and was a self-employed supervisor at Raymond's Painting. She was a member of El Templo El Buen Pastor where she enjoyed being a Sunday School teacher. Her church was very important to her, she was a faithful tither and gave offerings too. She was a big fan of the Dallas Cowboys. Irma is survived by her father Bene Rendon, Sr. and her brother Ben Rendon. She is preceded in death by her husband Raymond Herrera, her son Benjamin Robert Herrera, her mother Mary Lou Rendon, her brother Robert Rendon, and her sister Betty Ann Rendon. Irma Gonzalez of Lubbock, Texas passed away on December 2, 2022. She was born to Emma Veleta and Antonio Gonzalez in Chihuahua, Mexico. She was a hard-working woman of faith, who loved caring for others. She was known for her delicious Tamales and the need to make others laugh. Irma was very family oriented but above all loved her daughter very much. She leaves behind her daughter, Carla Gonzalez, and granddaughter, Mia Gonzalez. Along with her siblings Gloria, Antonio, Jesus, Hilda, Etelvina, Alejandro, Raquel, Karina, and Gerardo Gonzalez; along with several nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her mother and father; Emma and Antonio Gonzalez, sister Marina Gonzalez, and her first daughter Miriam Yvette Gonzalez.

God blesses those who mourn, for they will be comforted. ~ Matthew 5:4

Viviana G. Oliva

passed peacefully from her home to be with her Lord and Savior on December 24, 2022 at the age of 88. She was born June 10, 1934 in Knox City, TX. She married Aurelio Oliva on February 2, 1952 and they shared 51 years together. Viviana spent her days caring for her family and enjoyed cooking and gardening. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. She is survived by her daughters Juanita Oliva, Mary Oliva, and Ramona Melo (Juan); two grandsons Josue (Yary) Melo and Miguel Melo; and one great-grandson Caleb Aurelio Melo. She is preceded in death by her husband Aurelio and her youngest son Aurelio Jr. (A.J.), her sisters Mary Martha Ortega and Guadalupe Cardenas, and her brothers Jose Salazar, Pablo Salazar, and Pedro Garcia. Rosie Garcia, 74, passed away on December 2, 2022. She was born to Francisco & Isabel Ponce DeLeon in Long Beach, CA on August 23, 1948. She married Andy Garcia on August 23, 1969. They lived in Wilmington, CA. Upon retirement, they moved to Lubbock, Texas in 1985. She was a member of Trinity Church. She was known for her love of God, as well as her cooking and hospitality. She loved everyone and everyone that met her loved her. Rosie is survived by her husband Andy. Her son, Adrian Garcia (Veronica); Two grandchildren - Breana Garcia, and Adrian Jr. She also loved her stepchildren, grandchildren and great-grandchildren like her own. She is also survived be a number of her California family.

“They that love beyond the world cannot be separated by it. Death cannot kill what never dies.” ~ Williams Penn

Mike Cantu was called to be with the Lord, December 16, 2022. He was born on June 5, 1943 in Weslaco, Texas to Leonso and Cecilia Cantu. He owned and operated Mike Cantu Masonry. He loved old Fords, specifically the 59 Fords. He loved Drag racing in Idalou, was in the nifty 50's car club, the Caprock Classic Cars, and the Hub City Cruisers. He is preceded in death by his parents Leonso and Cecilia Cantu. Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Anita Cantu of Lubbock, a son Mike Cantu Jr. (Jill) of Lubbock; three daughters, Sandra (Carlos) Vasquez; Mary Alice Cantu (Armando Lechuga), of Lubbock; Katherine (Brent) Bombardier of San Antonio; three brothers, Alonzo Cantu of Lubbock, Rodolfo Cantu of Lubbock, and Arnulfo Cantu of Austin; three sisters, Teresa Rebele of Lubbock, Hortensia Deaver of Christoval, and Adela Garcia of Wolfforth; 12 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren.

Maria Ester Ruel, 73 of Lubbock died December 12, 2022. She was born on October 25, 1949, in Pharr, Texas to Raynaldo and Morina Ruel. Maria was a devoted Christian. She worked numerous years for Xcel Services as a phone operator before retiring. She is preceded in death by her parents Raynaldo and Morina Ruel; a son Jose Ruel; three brothers Roberto Ruel, Wally Ruel and Ray Ruel. Those left to cherish her memory are a son Ramsey Ruel of Lubbock; a daughter Mahogany Ruel of Lubbock; a sister Minerva Ruel of Illinois; eight grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Daniel Rey died on December 2, 2022. He was born April 17, 1945, to Agustin and Inez (Natividad) Rey, Sr. in Midland, TX. He married Jovita Longoria in 1995 in Lubbock, TX. Daniel began working at the age of 10 and never had a gap in his yearly social security statement from that year forward. This is probably why he devoted the last 40+ years of his life to assisting people with disabilities. He is survived by his wife, Jovita Rey; children, Angie Denman (Michael); Michael Rey; Raul Garcia (Tasha); Jennifer Garcia; Cynthia Anguiano (Leonard); and Candy Mercado; 15 grandchildren; and siblings, Agustin Rey, Jr. (Alicia), Tomas Rey (Rosa), Angie Pedroza (Mario), and Luis Rey (Judy). He is preceded in death by his parents, Agustin and Inez Rey; and siblings, Juan Rey, Nieves Rey, Mary Sanchez, Senon Ray and Seneido Rey.

Richard Lee Her-

nandez, 76, of Lubbock, passed away December 18, 2022. He was born on September 18, 1946, to Luis and Lucille (Clay) Hernandez in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. On August 15, 1968, he married the love of his life Irma Garcia, in Burley, Idaho. He worked for over 25 years as a truck driver before becoming a groundskeeper for Covenant Medical center in Lubbock. He was a member of the Christian faith, and had a passion for music. Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 54 years, Irma Hernandez; children, Troy (Amanda) Hernandez, Anna Hernandez, Susan (Rudy) Rodriguez, and Richard Anthony Hernandez; sister, Elsie Salib; 17 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. He is proceeded in death by his parents, Luis and Lucille Hernandez, and siblings, Esther Martinez, Jenny Hernandez, Fay Friend, Amelia Davis, Ruth Lucero, Lucille Graham, Patsy Salib, Catheline Shelly,

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil ~ Psalm 23:4

Ruben Garcia, Jr.

passed from this life on November 25, 2022, at the age of 49. He was born January 21, 1973, in Tulia, TX to Jesus G. and Lofinis Galvan. He was self-employed in construction. Ruben enjoyed playing softball and dancing to country music. He loved riding and training horses and enjoyed bull riding. He was happiest when riding his bike and getting together with his family. His contagious laughter, character, and spirit will be forever remembered by his loved ones. Ruben was a person to always count on and loved by many.

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In Loving Memory

Fidencia "Frances" Castro

Dec. 27, 1928 to Jan 21, 2014 A wife, a mother, a grandma too, This is the legacy we have from you You taught us love and how to fight You gave us strength, you gave us might. A stronger person would be hard to find, And in your heart you were always kind. You fought for us all in one way or another, not just as a wife not just as a mother. Your love in our hearts we’ll eternally keep. We miss you. We'll always love you!

Love, Your children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great-great grand kids!

Alejandro “Can-

do” Mendieta, 58, of Lubbock passed, December 11, 2022. He was born on August 15, 1964, in Cameron, County to Francisco and Josefina Mendieta. On October 23, 2003, he went on to marry Rachel Ortiz in Lubbock. Alejandro worked for numerous years as a welder, in the agriculture business. He is preceded in death by his parents Francisco and Josefina Mendieta; a brother Rodolfo Mendieta and a sister Maria Mendieta. Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife Rachel Mendieta of Lubbock; a step-daughter Melissa Luna (Arthur of Lubbock); five brothers Francisco Jr., Reynaldo, Lionel, Jesus and Raymundo all of San Benito, Texas; seven sisters Guadalupe Stout, Esmeralda Stout, Rosalinda Mendieta, Susana Mendieta, Corina Villarreal, Enedelia Mendieta, Florestela Mendieta; and Three grandsons Steven Isaiah Luna, Evan Paul Luna and Noah John Luna all of Lubbock.

January Prayer

A PRAYER FOR TODAY Holy and Righteous Father, God Almighty, I confess that your Son is my Savior and Lord, Jesus Christ. I thank you, Jesus, for being my Lord and paying the price for my sins. I ask, blessed Holy Spirit, that you help me fashion more of Jesus' character and compassion in my life. In Jesus' name, I ask for this blessing. Amen.

"Therefore, my brothers, I want you to know that through Jesus the forgiveness of sins is proclaimed to you. Through him, everyone who believes is justified from everything you could not be justified from by the law of Moses. " ~ Acts 13:38-39

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Kid's Activities Page Pic

Meet Pico the bilingual gallo (rooster)

He loves school, he likes to read, play outside and discover ways to have fun and make friends. Now it is time for Pico to prepare for el año nuevo, the New Year. Pico joins his family countdown into the year 2023. Meanwhile, his prima (cousin) Jita la Gallita (little hen), esta dando los días, a The MY NEW YEAR’S serenading tradition in which songs greet the morning sun.

RESOLUTIONS

Write a list of your New Year’s Resolutions. Save this page in a spot that will remind you of your 2023 goals. Below are some of Jita’s resolutions. Now you complete the list.

Pico the Gallo and all content may not be reproduced or copied. Copyright 2023 by Latino Lubbock Magazine. All Rights reserved. 10. Have a great year. 9. Read pico the Gallo’s Page 8. Pick up Latino Lubbock Magazine 7. Exercise and eat healthy 6. Be kind to others, listen to mom & dad 5. 4. 3. 2. 1.

CANCION DE LAS MAÑANITAS

(A popular traditional song)

Estas son las mañanitas, que cantaba el Rey David, Hoy por ser día de tu santo, te las cantamos a ti, Despierta, mi bien, despierta, mira que ya amaneció, Ya los pajarillos cantan, la luna ya se metió. Que linda está la mañana en que vengo a saludarte, Venimos todos con gusto y placer a felicitarte, Ya viene amaneciendo, ya la luz del día nos dio, Levántate de mañana, mira que ya amaneció. (Translation) This is the morning song that King David sang Because today is your saint’s day we’re singing it for you. Wake up, my dear, wake up, look it is already dawn. The birds are already singing and the moon has set. How lovely is the morning in which I come to greet you. We all came with joy and pleasure to congratulate you. The morning is coming now, the sun is giving us its light. Get up in the morning, look it is already dawn

Resoluciones de año nuevo

Lo más probable es que en algún momento de tu vida hayas hecho una resolución de año nuevo y luego la hayas roto. Este año, detener el ciclo de resolución para hacer el cambio, pero no seguir adelante. Aquí tienes 10 consejos para ayudarte a empezar. 1. Sea realista: la forma más segura de no alcanzar su objetivo es lograr que su objetivo sea inalcanzable. Por ejemplo, la solución para nunca comer tus postres favoritos de nuevo podría ser una mala elección. Esforzarse por alcanzar un objetivo que sea alcanzable. 2. Plan por delante: no hagas tu resolución en la víspera de año nuevo. Si esperas hasta el último minuto, estará basado en tu mente en ese día en particular. En cambio debería estar bien planeado antes de que llegue el 31 de diciembre. 3. Resumen su plan: decidir cómo se va a tratar con la tentación de saltarse la clase de ejercicio, o simplemente tener un cigarrillo más.

4. Hacer una lista " Pro " y " con puede ayudar a ver una lista de artículos en papel para mantener su motivación fuerte. Desarrolla esta lista a lo largo del tiempo, y pide a otros que contribuyan a ella. Mantenga su lista con usted y se refiera a ella cuando necesite ayuda para mantener su determinación. 5. Habla de ello: no dejes que tu resolución sea un secreto. Dile a tus amigos y familiares que estarán allí para apoyar tu determinación de cambiarte para mejor. El mejor escenario es encontrar un amigo que comparta su resolución de año nuevo y se motive mutuamente. 6. Recompensa a ti mismo: esto no significa que si tu resolución es a dieta puedes comer una caja entera de chocolates. En lugar de eso, celebra tu éxito por a algo que te guste. 7. Realiza un seguimiento de tu progreso: haz un seguimiento de cada pequeño éxito que haces para alcanzar tu objetivo más grande. Los objetivos a corto plazo son más fáciles de mantener, y los pequeños logros le ayudarán a mantener su motivación. 8. No te vencer a ti mismo: obsesionarse con el desliz ocasional no te ayudará a alcanzar tu objetivo. Haz lo mejor que puedas cada día, y toma uno a la vez. 9. Palo: los expertos dicen que toma unos 21 días para una nueva actividad, como el ejercicio, para convertirse en un hábito, y 6 meses para que sea parte de tu personalidad. 10. Sigue intentándolo: si tu resolución se ha terminado totalmente de vapor a mediados de febrero, no te desesperes. Vuelve a empezar! No hay razón por la que no puedas hacer una "Resolución de año nuevo" en cualquier época del año.

(In English, p. 2)

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