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For over 30 years, Yolanda cared for countless children as a dedicated day care provider. Known affectionately as "Mommie Yolanda," she touched the lives of many families with her warmth, patience, and nurturing spirit. Her home was always filled with laughter, love, and the joy of little ones she treated as her own. On Sundays, she would also teach bible class to children. Her life was defined by unwavering service and helping others during their time of need.
Yolanda is survived by her beloved husband, Antonio G. Garza; her children, Maribel,Tony Garza; and son in law Eriberto Fernandez and her three adored grandchildren, Eric, Emily and Evan Fernandez who brought immense joy to her life. Above all, she will be remembered for her selflessness, gentle strength, and the unwavering love she gave to everyone she met.
Her legacy of compassion lives on in her family, the children she cared for, and all who were blessed to know her.
Obituary in Spanish:
Yolanda Garza falleció en paz el 30 de Agosto de 2025, rodeada de su familia y seres queridos. Devota esposa, madre y nana, Yolanda vivió una vida marcada por la bondad, la fe y el amor por su familia.
Durante más de 30 años, Yolanda cuidó innumerables niños como cuidadora dedicada. Conocida cariñosamente como "Mamá Yolanda", tocó la alma y el corazon y la vida de muchos ninos y muchas familias atravez de su calidez, paciencia y espíritu protector. Su hogar siempre estuva lleno de risas, amor y la alegría de los pequeños que ella trataba como suyos. También dedicaba su tiempo los Domingos ensenando clases biblicas a los niños. Su vida se caracterizó por su servicio inquebrantable y por su amor y devocion a los demás en sus momentos de necesidad.
A Yolanda le sobreviven su amado esposo, Antonio G. Garza; sus hijos, Maribel y Tony Garza; su yerno, Eriberto Fernández; y sus tres adorados nietos, Eric, Emily y Evan Fernández, quienes le brindaron una inmensa alegría. Sobre todo, será recordada por su generosidad, su fortaleza y el amor incondicional que brindó a todos los que conoció. El proposito mas grande de su vida fue su compasión a su familia, los niños que cuidó y todos los que tuvieron la suerte de conocerla.
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