Elida Gomez

1943 - 2021

Elida Gomez

Abilene - Elida Gomez, 77, passed away Thursday, February 11, 2021 in Abilene, Texas. Family will receive friends and family at visitation from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Tuesday, February 23, 2021 in the Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5750 Hwy 277 South. Funeral Services will be held 11:00 AM, Wednesday, February 24, 2021 in the Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow the service in Elmwood Memorial Park.

Elida was born July 31, 1943 in Abilene, Texas to Sylvester and Consuelo Gomez. She attended Abilene Schools and graduated from Abilene High School in 1963. After high school she attended Draughts Commercial College. Elida worked as a loan officer for CCC Credit, AAA Finance, and Blazer Finance. After working in finance Elida worked for Betty Hardwick as a records clerk. Elida was a collector of Elvis memorable and loved Elvis. She also enjoyed watching the Dallas Cowboys and Abilene High Eagles. Most of all Elida enjoyed watching her grandchildren play sports and spending time with her family. Elida will forever hold a special place in our hearts and her presence will forever be missed.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Sylvester and Consuelo Gomez.

Elida is survived by her son, Eloy Gomez; her two grandchildren, Eric Lozano, and Carter May Gomez; her two sisters, Norma Sierra and husband Jose, and Marie Gomez; favorite cousin, Merle Pallarez; bonus granddaughters, Adeline and Charlee Johnson; and numerous cousins and friends.

Online condolences and memories may be shared with the family through the obituary link at www.elmwoodfuneral.com