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Lionor Velez Obituary
San Angelo
Lionor "Nora" Velez, 83, of San Angelo, passed away on Sunday, Sept. 27, 2015, at her home surrounded by loved ones.
She was born to the late Frank and Ninfa Luna Martinez on Sunday, May 29, 1932, also in San Angelo.
She married the love of her life, Juan Velez on Sept. 21, 1947, also in San Angelo.
Nora was a member of the Second Baptist Church, San Angelo. She worked over 25 years as a housekeeper with El Patio Hotel. Nora was an avid Atlanta Braves fan. She was known for her laughter and her cooking talents. It has been said that she never learned to say "no." Nora had a sweet tooth and enjoyed singing hymns in Spanish, although no one ever told her she was out of tune. Nora's family and friends will forever remember her hugs and nicknames she gave. She will be missed greatly.
Nora was preceded in death by her parents; sons Juan Velez Jr. and Ventura Velez II; brothers Frank, Moses, Cruz, and Joe Martinez; and sisters Lily Valdez, Rosa Castaneda and Carolina Cantu.
Survivors include her husband of 68 years, Juan Velez Sr.; children and their spouses Elva Sanchez (Adam), Elsa Martinez (Ruben) of San Antonio, George Velez (Sandra) of Arlington, Elesa Larez (Steve) of Round Rock, Enedina Rivera (Edward) of Haslet and Ercilia Luna (Juan); daughter-in-law Laura Velez; 20 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; brothers and their spouses Noe Martinez (Lucinda) and Samuel Martinez (Elizabeth); and numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.
A prayer service will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2015, in Johnson's Funeral chapel with visitation to follow. Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 1, 2015, in Johnson's Funeral chapel with interment to follow in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens in San Angelo.
Family and friends may share photos, send condolences and sign the online guestbook at johnsons-funeralhome.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Johnson's Funeral Home of San Angelo.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Gentiva Hospice and Eucebia Dominguez Velez for the exceptional care given to not only Nora and Juan but to the whole family during this time.
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Brenda Montez
September 30, 2015
My memories of Sra. Velez were always cooking for her family and her children's friends who happen to show up. The Velez home was never quiet when the whole family got together, and I truly believe that Sra. Velez was happiest when her home was filled with her family. Lifting the entire Velez family up in prayer during this difficult time.
Josie and Wayne Rivenbark
September 30, 2015
May the God of all comfort bring each of you peace and healing. Please know you are in our prayers.
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