1944
2019
Elizabeth Hinojosa Dorn was called to heaven on December 18, 2019, at the young age of 75 after an 18-month battle with cancer, born in San Antonio to Jesse T. Hinojosa and Beatrice De La Garza. She attended Robert E. Lee high school and enjoyed her years in the band playing the flute. She continued her education at UT of Austin and later entered the banking world, where she developed lifelong friendships that would follow her for the rest of her life. Growing up in a baseball family, she enjoyed playing catcher and third baseman for Jesse's Angels. Her most rewarding career was being a caregiver to others, and especially to her four children and 11 grandchildren, they were the light of her life. She had a gift for cooking and entertaining and making everyone feel special. She enjoyed life to the fullest.
Always a mother, second-mom and best friend to many; mentoring, encouraging, challenging, loving, and caring for all. Everyone's needs came before her own. Everyone that knew her knew what you got was genuine.
She was the bright beaming light in any room, with her warm and sincere smile and hugs, big bright blue eyes, amazing energy, lively and witty personality, and full of class and sass. She lead the parties with her singing and dancing. She was an amazing beautiful soul and a gift to all who met her. She was a great example of laughing at life's challenges, never giving up through hard work and determination.
She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Donald Dorn. She is survived by her loving children, Joseph Macky (Leslie), Todd Wayne, Elliot Donavan (Amanda) and, Jene' Miller (Timothy). Her most prized possession was being Nonny to her grandchildren; Presley, Tommy & Taylor Miller, Alexandra, Natalie, Carly, Mackenzie, Dakota & Georgia Dorn, Sacramento & Jessie-Michelle Dorn, and David Satelo Dorn. She is also survived by her sister, Alice Ball and brother Jesse Hinojosa, jr. and nieces Danette Scheffler, Vanessa Ehring, and nephew Brian Hinojosa.
Elizabeth was the proud matriarch of her family and loved them all very much. Family meant everything to her, and she will be greatly missed. Her children and grandchildren feel so blessed to have had her in their lives.
Her family is thankful for all her dear friends support and love and especially Dr. Lon Smith and his staff at the START center for being so gracious and dedicated to our mother up until her passing.
Please join her family in celebrating her life (to its fullest) by remembering her wishes, "When I die, I don't want all that morbid sadness and everyone in black. I want everyone to be happy, partying and loud music" Please help us grant her wishes and celebrate her life with bright colors and loud trumpets.
We lost a friend on earth but gained an amazing angel in heaven; when you look into the heavens, she'll be the bright shining star.
Shine bright Momma, Auntie, Nonny, Liz, Lizzy, Lizard, Mom
The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m., Friday, December 27, 2019, at Porter Loring Mortuary North.
ROSARY
FRIDAY,
DECEMBER 27, 2019
7:00 PM
PORTER LORING
NORTH CHAPEL
2102 NORTH LOOP
1604 EAST
CELEBRATION OF LIFE
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 28, 2019 9:30 AM
ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI CATHOLIC CHURCH
4201 DE ZAVALA RD
Father Tony will officiate. Interment will follow in Resurrection Cemetery at Cordi-Marian. Pallbearers will be Presley Miller, Thomas Miller, Sacramento Dorn, Garrett Scheffler, Grant Scheffler, and Brian Hinojosa. You are invited to sign the Guestbook at www.porterloring.com
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Dan and Laura Cook
December 29, 2019
We are so fortunate and blessed to have been able to get to know Ms Liz through her children. Thank you for leaving an imprint on our ♥ hearts
Anne Marie Caballero
December 28, 2019
I knew Liz some years ago and have not been in touch but wanted to express my sympathy to her family. I remember her as being so devoted to her children and her parents. Her personality made her as beautiful on the inside as she was on the outside. Cherish your memories of this special lady.
Daniel Rodriguez
December 24, 2019
It was a great honor and a pleasure to have known Liz and been in her presence. All the attributes that describeher in her obituary are exactly the wonderful lady that I knew. I learned so many lessons from her on being a great leader - but most importantly take care of your team and your team will take care of you. I havent seen or talked to Liz in over a decade but she is not someone that I could ever forget and she will be greatly missed. Thank you Liz for everything and may your beautiful soul Rest In Peace. Her family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Maria D Hernandez
December 23, 2019
A true friend to us. Sincerely expressed her love. Example to all of God's love. Our deepest condolences to all. Maria(Chuy) and Rufino Hernandez
Carol Anne Milliken (née Lovelady)
December 23, 2019
Prayers to all the members if Elizabeth's family. I went to high school with her and enjoyed our friendship. Again prayers go out to each of you at her passing. She will not be forgotten.
Linda & Ronnie Shaner
December 23, 2019
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Rest in peace my friend.
June Morris
December 23, 2019
She fought the good fight to live because she loved her family and life so much. Now she goes on to enjoy the peace and joy of eternal life. Praise God!
Jackie San Miguel Hyland
December 22, 2019
I've got sooo many fond memories of growing up with Liz and her kids! Too many express here, but beyond a doubt, she made growing up fun!
Esther Pipoly
December 22, 2019
She was simply the most lovely and graceful person I had the honor of knowing. Your mom was my late husband's banker and gave my son his first loan. She was funny and kind and always talked about all of her kids so lovingly. She will be missed here but I bet she already has the party started in Heaven. Hugs to all of you. Esther Pipoly
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