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1922
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2011
Felipa Arispe Obituary
Felipa was born in Terlingua, TX on February 5, 1922 to Guadalupe and Teresita Hernandez.
She loved Big Bend National Park and knew the area so well. Our many trips there were made so special with her knowledge and memories. She married dad on September 8, 1945.
He preceded her in death in 1996. She is survived by daughters, Amalia Gonzales and husband Santos, Anna Vejil and husband Adam and Anna Marie Torres and husband Ponciano; three granddaughters, Grace Gonzales, Rebecca Lopez, Karissa Torres and one great grandson, Jacob Lopez.
She is also survived by three sisters, Ezequiela Molinar, Sofia Hinojos and Natividad Riojas; two brothers, Macario Hernandez and Cirilo Hernandez.
Our parents were members of St. Joseph's Catholic Church for over 60 years and mom was an original member of the "Carmelitas de la Tercer Orden." Her church was a vital part of her life. She was also an avid member of the Southside Senior Center and enjoyed all the games and activities. She enjoyed life to the fullest and was always happy. She drove herself to church and to the Senior Center as recently as December. Mom had traveled to many fun destinations including Hawaii, Las Vegas, Mexico and had gone on a Caribbean Cruise on her 70th birthday.
Many thanks to all our family and friends for all their prayers, and also to Dr. Naidu and Interim Hospice for taking such good care of our beloved mother.
Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m. today at Martinez-Smith Funeral Chapels. The Rosary will be recited this evening at 7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 2:00 p.m. tomorrow at St. Joseph's Catholic Church with Fr. Mark Miller officiating. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery.
"A bouquet of beautiful memories,
Sprayed with a million tears,
Wishing God could have spared you,
If just for a few more years.
We love you, we miss you and
We are proud to keep your dream and vision alive."
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Memories and Condolences
for Felipa Arispe
Tom & Licha (Arispe) Ciaburri
March 20, 2011
We would like to expess our condolences (including from the Arispe family in Alpine, Texas) in the passing of Tia Felipa. God bless you all.
March 19, 2011
Amalia, Anna Bella, and Anna Marie, your Mom will be missed by you and your family, and all who knew her. I still remember your Mom and Dad from when your family lived in Marathon. She and you are in my thoughts and prayers. May she rest in peace (+). Poncho De Leon, New Orleans.
Ricky & Rosie Armendarez
March 15, 2011
Our condolences to you and your family Anna Bell, in the loss of your mother.May the peace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you and your family.Our prayers are with all of you. Sincerely
Melba Terry
March 14, 2011
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU ...ANNA WE HAVE GOOD MEMORIES WITH YOUR MOM SHE WAS A BEAUTIFUL WOMAN INSIDE AND OUT...I AM ALWAYS HERE IF YOU NEED TO TALK ...IT WAS SO GOOD SEEING YOU TODAY..LOVE YOU MELBA
Martha Fierro
March 14, 2011
"Your mom was a very special lady and loved by everyone who knew her. Please know that we share in your grief and extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family."
Southside Senior Center
March 14, 2011
We will miss you and your singing voice everyday. Our deepest sympathy to the family. May the Good Lord give you strength and peace of mind!
Southside Senior Center
March 14, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
March 14, 2011
Our deepest sympathies go out to your family. We keep you all in our prayers. Felipa will be truly missed.
Sincerely,
Reynolds & Medellin
Family
Daniel Acosta
March 13, 2011
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Mrs. Arispe was a kind lady and will be missed. I remember attending the prayer meetings many years ago at your house.
May God welcome her home.
Elva Ramos Diaz
March 13, 2011
Heaven has welcomed one of his angels on earth. My godparents, Jose & Felipe Arispe, were a bright light in my life as I saw their devotion to God as an example to lead a God fearing life. With much love and sympathy to my cousins who have lost their mother.
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