Juanita Emma Lopez Torres

Janie "Emma" Lopez Torres, a force of nature and a beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, sister and friend, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2024, at the age of 73. Janie is preceded in death by her Father Jesus Lopez, and Mother Benita Llamas Garcia and husband, Gilbert Garcia. Born on September 01, 1951, in Poteet, Texas, Janie lived a life rich in laughter, love and resilience. Janie worked for the City of San Antonio for 34 years. Serving siblings; Alfredo Lopez (decd Olivia), Ray Lopez, Diana Lopez (decd Raul), Esperanza "Hopie", Jimmy "Boy", Mary Ann Garcia (decd Rudy "Pato"), Joe Lopez (Esther), Jimmy Jr Garcia, Tina Garcia. Janie was force of nature and a beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, and sister. She enjoyed a good party and you knew you could catch her at Market Square during Fiesta. More than anything Janie loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Janie was fortunate to experience love and companionship throughout her life, she shared her life's journey with several beloved husbands, each relationship bringing its own unique
happiness. She is survived by her daughter, Gina (Michael), and her beloved grandchildren, Felitia (Sergio), Stephanie (Jesse) and Edward (Paul) who often referred to her as "Brownie", great grandchildren, Adrian, Hector, Araceli, Manuel, and Selena, and one great great grand-daughter, Sophia. Janie was a beloved sister and treasured aunt to her many nieces and nephews. Her extended family will remember her laughter, her humor, and her wit. Janie's legacy is one of love and resilience. She will be profoundly missed and never forgotten. Services are as follows:
Saturday- November 9, 2024
10a.m.- 3p.m.- Visitation to be held at Texas Funeral Home, 2702 Castroville Road, San Antonio, Texas 78237. With a rosary to be recited at 1:30p.m.
***All services will conclude at 3p.m.***