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Esther Lopez Obituary

Esther Manuell Lopez Esther Manuell Lopez, 79, was born to parents, Ygnacio and Guadalupe Sosa Manuell on December 6, 1929, in Houston, TX, and went home to be with her "Lord and Savior" on August 4, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Hipolito V. Lopez; brother, Ygnacio Manuell Jr.; and sister, Lupe Manuell. Survivors include sons, Hipolito V. (Debbie) Lopez Jr., Alex M. (Amelia) Lopez, Carlos V. Lopez, Ygnacio V. (Rachel) Lopez, and Jesse V. (Terri) Lopez; daughters, Linda (Henry) Lerma, Candida V. Garcia, Elizabeth V. (Joseph) Cataruzolo, and Laura V. Lopez; brother, George (Ofelia) Manuell; sister, Violet (Robert) Wright; 23 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; 12 nieces and 4 nephews. Memorial services were held in Houston, TX on August 8, 2009.

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Published by Lansing State Journal on Aug. 11, 2009.

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Rosa Estrada

September 4, 2009

With deepest sympathy to you and your family. It's difficult to lose a parent but know that your mom is now in peace and in a better place, with her husband and Jesus Christ.

Emily Rodriguez

August 24, 2009

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. May your memories bring you comfort.
Rodriguez Family

Laura Lopez

August 18, 2009

Your words of wisdom and inspiration will live in my heart and mind forever, in which I will pass on to my children! I love you Grandma, you are and always will be #1!!!

Until we meet again,
besos y carino

Laurita, Popeye, and Nachito

Saul Lozano

August 11, 2009

Sorry for your loss. May God give you all peace thru this hard time.

August 10, 2009

My staff and I extend our sympathy on the death of your mother. Please let us know how we might help during this difficult time.

Brenda Smith
St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital
Mail & Messenger Service

Gilbert Manuell

August 9, 2009

Tia Ester,

Your love and strength were unmatched. May you rest in Peace!

Love you,
Gilbert Manuell

Liz Sosa

August 7, 2009

Prayers for you and your family at this time. Memories will always be in your heart.

Estella Chavez (St Luke's)

August 7, 2009

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Carolyn Garza

August 7, 2009

Alex and Nacho - May God give you strength during this most difficult time. I cherished your mom's friendship she was a great lady! God bless you and your family.

August 7, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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