Orfelinda Maldonado Cruz

Orfelinda Maldonado Cruz obituary, Weslaco, TX

Orfelinda Maldonado Cruz

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Orfelinda Maldonado Cruz Obituary

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Con gran pesar, anunciamos el fallecimiento de Orfelinda Maldonado Cruz, querida madre, esposa, hermana y amiga, quien partió de este mundo el 29 de noviembre de 2025 a la edad de 72 años. Nacida el 24 de diciembre de 1952 en México, Orfelinda marcó la vida de muchas personas con su calidez, bondad y dedicación inquebrantable a su familia.

A Orfelinda le sobreviven su amado esposo, Juan Muñoz; sus dos hijos, Francisco Muñoz (Erika Pérez) y Jesús Muñoz; sus tres hermanos, Homero Maldonado, Juan Maldonado y Genovevo Maldonado; y sus tres hermanas, Hortencia Maldonado, Arcelia Maldonado y Palmira Maldonado. También le sobreviven sus cinco nietos: Andrea Muñoz, Javier Muñoz, Alexa Muñoz, Ángela Ibarra y Alonso Ibarra. A lo largo de su vida, nutrió a su familia con abundante amor y compasión. El legado de Orfelinda perdurará en los corazones de quienes tuvieron la fortuna de conocerla, pues demostró el verdadero significado de la familia y el amor incondicional.

El velorio se llevará a cabo de 3:00 PM a 9:00 PM el miércoles 3 de diciembre de 2025 en la Funeraria Salinas de Weslaco - Capilla de los Cielos, con un rosario a las 7:00 PM en su honor. El servicio fúnebre se llevará a cabo el jueves 4 de diciembre de 2025 a las 10:00 AM en la Funeraria Salinas de Weslaco - Capilla de los Cielos, donde familiares y amigos se reunirán para celebrar su vida y compartir gratos recuerdos. Orfelinda será sepultada en el Cementerio Mercedes Memorial Restlawn después del funeral.

En este momento de duelo, reflexionamos sobre el profundo impacto que Orfelinda tuvo en nuestras vidas. Su espíritu permanecerá por siempre en nuestros corazones, guiándonos con su sabiduría y su amor. Invitamos a todos quienes la conocieron y amaron a unirse a nosotros para honrar su hermosa vida. Que descanse en paz.

Los servicios funerarios están a cargo de la Funeraria Salinas de Weslaco.




With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Orfelinda Maldonado Cruz, a beloved mother, wife, sister, and friend, who departed this world on November 29, 2025, at the age of 72. Born on December 24, 1952, in Mexico, Orfelinda touched the lives of many with her warmth, kindness, and unwavering dedication to her family.

Orfelinda is survived by her loving husband, Juan Muñoz; two sons, Francisco Muñoz (Erika Perez), Jesus Muñoz; three brothers, Homero Maldonado, Juan Maldonado, Genovevo Maldonado; three sisters, Hortencia Maldonado, Arcelia Maldonado and Palmira Maldonado. Also surviving are five grandchildren, Andrea Muñoz, Javier Muñoz, Alexa Muñoz, Angela Ibarra and Alonso Ibarra. Throughout her life she nurtured her family with an abundance of love and compassion. Orfelinda's legacy will live on in the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know her, as she demonstrated the true meaning of family and unconditional love.

A viewing will be held from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at Salinas Funeral Home of Weslaco - Chapel of the Heavens with a 7:00 PM Rosary that will be held in her honor. A 10:00 AM Funeral Service will take place on Thursdsay, December 4, 2025, Salinas Funeral Home Weslaco - Chapel of The Heavens where friends and family will gather to celebrate her life and share fond memories. Orfellinda will be laid to rest at Mercedes Memorial Restlawn Cemetery following the funeral service.

In this time of mourning, we reflect on the profound impact Orfelinda had on our lives. Her spirit will forever remain in our hearts, guiding us with her wisdom and her love. We invite all who knew and loved her to join us in honoring her beautiful life. May she rest in peace.

Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to Salinas Funeral Home of Weslaco.


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Salinas Funeral Home of Weslaco - Chapel of the Heavens

2929 W. Expressway 83, Weslaco, TX 78599

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Salinas Funeral Home of Weslaco - Chapel of the Heavens

2929 W. Expressway 83, Weslaco, TX 78599

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Dec

4

Interment

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Mercedes Memorial Restlawn Cemetery

301 Jose M Cantu Rd, Mercedes, TX 78570

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