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Dora E. Villarreal
1948 - 2017
Dora E. Villarreal
1948 - 2017
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BORN
1948
DIED
2017
Dora Villarreal Obituary
Lansing
Born June 5, 1948 in Harlingen, TX, the daughter of the late Juan and Loretta (Lerma) Lopez passed away on Sunday, July 23, 2017 at age 69. Dora was employed with Dr. Peter Chiaravalli, DDS as a receptionist for 25 years. Dora also volunteered at Cristo Rey Catholic Church for 35 years, where she was active in various ministries.
Dora is preceded in death by her son Juanito Villarreal, her 2 brothers: Juan Samuel and Samuel Lopez. Surviving is her husband of 49 years, Valente, 3 children: Valente Felipe (Mary) Villarreal, Margarita (Raymond Jr.) Krawczyk, Leticia (Aaron) LeBert, 2 granddaughters: Aurora and Elizabeth LeBert, 3 sisters: Aurora (Garland) Chapman, Norma Wharff and Bertha (Terry) Callaghan, a sister in law Wanda Lopez and many loving nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday at 11:00AM at Cristo Rey Catholic Church with Rev. Fr. Fred Thelen presiding. Rite of committal will follow in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery. Visitation is Thursday 2-4 & 6-8PM at the Palmer Bush & Jensen Family Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel, 520 E. Mt. Hope Ave, where the Rosary will be prayed at 7:00PM. Visitation continues Friday at the church at 10:00AM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Cristo Rey Catholic Church-St. Vincent DePaul Society. Condolences can be made at www.palmerbush.com.
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Elizabeth LeBert
January 21, 2021
I love Grandma so much , from Elizabeth LeBert
Esmeralda Perez-Clements
July 27, 2017
My prayers for the family may you keep God close to you while you heal. I remember Dora always had such a kind heart and warm smile
Ruben & Graciela Zavala
July 26, 2017
Praying for your family in this time of your great loss. Dora was a very special lady and friend. May God and prayers help you to bring peace to your heart on your loss. Ruben and Graciela Zavala
We still remember when both of you were with us in the prayer group we were in.
God bless --The Zavala's from San Antonio,TX
Oliverio & Lupe Herrera
July 25, 2017
Valente. I am so sorry for your loss. Dora was a great lady. Just know that she is now in the presence of God. You and your family are in our prayers always.
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Turney Gratz
July 25, 2017
We have fond memories of all of our interactions with Dora. She was always so kind and gentle.
Always a smile on her face..
Our thoughts and prayers are with her family
Jeannie and Turney Gratz
Jen Esch
July 25, 2017
Margie, Felipe, and all, ... my heart aches for your loss. I am saddened and stunned at this news. Your mother was always joyful and made me smile inside with her smile. I am beyond sorry for your loss. I know your pain and will do my very best to lift you in prayer, love, and hugs.
I am so very sorry and pray your beautiful mother is resting in peace.
All my love,
Jen
Cindy Burdick-Denoyer
July 25, 2017
Sorry for your family's loss. Prayers
David and Betty Forrest
July 25, 2017
To Ray Jr & Marge,
We send our deepest Sympathy and Pray that the God whom we serve, will Comfort, Love, and give you Strength thru this difficult time of loss and in the days ahead.
We Love You,
David & Betty Forrest
Sheila & Chris Cullins
Brian & Kandace Forrest & Children
July 25, 2017
Placida Moran
July 25, 2017
My condolences to Valente and all his family. I will be praying for all of you. My Love to all of you.
johnnie vanlake
July 25, 2017
I look at Dora picture and remember how kind she was to me on my dentist appointments over 25 yrs..nicenice lady
Rodney Goins
July 25, 2017
Val, just know that my life is batter for the time I was able to spend with Dora. I know that the Lord is celebrating with calling His angel home. I love you my brother and will pray for you and your family.
Laurie Martinez
July 25, 2017
I love you Tia Dora!
You are my shining star.
your niece, Laurie
Eduardo Benavidez
July 25, 2017
My aunt was one of the sweetest ladies I've known. Kind, loving, and playful. I will miss her dearly. My deepest condolences to my tio Valente and my cousins Felipe, Margie, Letty, and the rest of the family.
Alicia Martinez
July 24, 2017
So sorry to hear sending prayer
Jose and Margarita Salinas
July 24, 2017
Our Condolences to the Villarreal Family Our prayers are with you.May God wrap his loving arms around you during this difficult time. Peace
Rita Zimmerman
July 24, 2017
My deepest condolences to Dora' s loving family. Dora Always had a smile or a kind word for anyone she met. I looked up to Dora in my younger years,as somewhat of a mother figure. She will be missed.
LeAnn Lorenc
July 24, 2017
All my love, prayers, and thoughts to Valente and the entire family!!! I loved Dora to the moon and back. She was very special to me as a co-worker and friend. LeAnn, Joe, and Joey Lorenc
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