Catherine Alcorta Zuniga
Catherine Alcorta Zuniga
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A Mass of Christan Burial will take place on August 17, 2023 at the Our Lady Guadalupe Catholic Church in Helotes, Texas beginning at 11:00 AM. A rosary will be held before the service at 10:30 AM.
Catherine passed away on August 8, 2023 in La Grange, Texas. She was born on October 20, 1958 in San Antonio to Dionosio C. Zuniga and Maria Alcorta (Castillo). She graduated from Highland High School, earned her Bachelor’s degree at St. Mary’s University and later earned her Master’s degree at Texas A&I in Kingsville. She was a passionate educator for 32 years, teaching her students at all levels along with fellow colleagues through Teachers Workshops.
Catherine was an avid reader, enjoyed gardening and was a rock collector. She earned a degree in Geology and often shared her knowledge of rocks with past students. Catherine volunteered annually at the Oyster Bake during the San Antonio Fiesta. She was a passionate teacher who loved her students. She was a loving and caring mother and sister and she especially loved her two sons, Christopher and Joshua. She will be missed dearly by her friends, family and students.
Catherine is survived by her two sons, Christopher Wohlfarth of La Grange and Joshua Wohlfarth of New Braunfels; brothers, Frank C. Zuniga of Ft. Worth, Gabriel C. Zuniga, Jose C. Zuniga and Dionisio C. Zuniga all of San Antonio; sisters, Victoria A. Haese and Elizabeth A. Zuniga, also of San Antonio; granddaughter, Sophia Renee Wohlfarth; dear friends, Linda Rollins and husband, Jim and their daughter, Kendra of La Grange; along with a large extended family of cousins, nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Dionisio C. Zuniga and Maria Alcorta (Castillo); and one sister-in-law, Gloria Zuniga.
The family requests that memorial donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Research or to a charity of one’s choice.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Fayette Memorial Funeral Home in La Grange, Texas. Share your thoughts and fond memories online at www.fayettememorialfuneralhome.com
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967 E Colorado Street, La Grange, TX 78945
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Destiny Cazares
August 18, 2023
Sending my condolences to Ms.Zuniga's family I was one of her students from John Jay High School and she was the bestest, fun , loving , funniest teachers .
Stephanie Gonzales
August 17, 2023
May you RIP Aunt Cathy you will be missed love your niece Stephanie Gonzales, Ernest Gonzales and Serena Gonzales
Sally Peterson
August 16, 2023
I am sorry for your loss. May the Lord help you during this difficult time. I taught across from Cat for a year and enjoyed her kindness. She could always make me laugh.
Peter A Elias
August 16, 2023
Cathy was one of my Middle School teachers in the mid 80s. I have fond memories of her. I was deeply saddened when I got the news of her passing. I've been a close friend of the Zuniga- Trevino family since 1988. I met her nephew, Fernando Trevino Jr at Holmes High School while in ROTC. A few years later, I caught up with Cathy again at a family gathering. It was interesting to find out that Cathy was related to the Trevino family, who I consider as part of my family. It goes to show what a small world we have. She was always the life of a party and brought smile to many including me. She was a positive force and she will be missed here on Earth..... Hugs sent to you in heaven Cathy. Thanks for being my teacher and later on, a friend. God bless you.
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Judy & Wayne Jenkins
August 16, 2023
My deepest condolences to Cathy´s sons and the family. May the Lord comfort, guide and help you in your healing. Cathy is now at peace.
Judy & Wayne Jenkins
Pat Strawn
August 16, 2023
Cat was such a passionate and dedicated teacher. She loved her sons so very much and often spoke of them. She was one of the finest women that I have known. She will be greatly missed.
Jan Davila
August 16, 2023
My condolences to you and your family. Rest in peace catherine
Linda Ortegon
August 16, 2023
Cat was one of my closest friends at John Jay High School. She was my portable buddy and my lunch buddy. We taught English together and she always gave me great advice. I´m so sad to hear that she is gone but I will treasure our memories together.
Veronica Mendez (Ronnie Castellanos)
August 15, 2023
I am beyond lost , I miss you dearly I will cherish our friendship our childhood our photos and sending cards to each other/ you are always the greatest friend I had , all my love Cat, Your friend Ronnie
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