Andrea Leal

Andrea Consuelo Leal, a beacon of love and generosity, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2025, at the age of seventy-nine. Born on December 5, 1945, in Raymondville Texas, Andrea's life was a tapestry of dedication to her family, her business, and the many crafts she loved.
Andrea's journey began as the beloved daughter of Teresa De Jesus Guerrero and Jesus "Chuy" Perez, and she was a cherished stepdaughter to Alfredo Gutierrez. Her familial roots deepened with the love and guidance of her grandmother, Petra Chapa. Andrea was the eldest to seven siblings, Viola Perez Alvarado, Maria Luisa Vidaurri, Juan Alfredo Gutierrez, Jose Francisco Gutierrez, Elma Aurelia Gutierrez, and Maria Isabel Fonseca.
The love story between Andrea and her husband, Leonel Leal, was one for the ages. Together they built a life filled with love and raised two wonderful children, JoAnn Hinojosa and Leonel Leal II. Their union was strengthened by the addition of loving spouses, Juan Eloy Hinojosa and Gabriela Isabel Leal. Andrea's role as a grandmother was one she cherished deeply, showering Leonel Leal III, Gabriela Karina Leal, Beatriz Angelica Leal, and Alesandra Jolie Hinojosa with love and wisdom.
Andrea's entrepreneurial spirit shone brightly as the owner of "The Special Lady," a women's boutique. Her exceptional skills in business and her unwavering commitment to her clientele earned her the prestigious title of Entrepreneur of the Year. Her work was not just a career but a manifestation of her passion for empowering women through fashion and personal care.
Beyond her business, Andrea's interests were as vibrant and varied as the patterns she loved to sew. Her hands were rarely still, often found creating beautiful cross-stitch artworks or assembling memories into treasured scrapbooks. These hobbies were not mere pastimes; they were extensions of Andrea's loving and generous nature, often gifting her creations to friends and family.
As we bid farewell to Andrea Consuelo Leal, we reflect on a life well-lived, a life that touched so many others in profound ways. Her memory will be cherished and her spirit will continue to guide us. While we mourn her passing, we also celebrate the love and light she brought into this world.
Andrea's life will be honored in a private ceremony, surrounded by the family and friends whose lives she so deeply impacted. Her journey on earth has ended, but her story will live on in the hearts of those she loved.
In the quiet moments, we will find Andrea in the stitches of a quilt, the pages of a scrapbook, and the laughter of her grandchildren. Her legacy of love, kindness, and generosity will continue to be the golden thread that binds her family together. Rest in peace, dear Andrea, until we meet again.