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Alejandro Ledesma Obituary
After a 12 year battle with brain tumors, our beloved Alejandro Ramon Ledesma, has completed his journey here on earth at the age of 68. Alex was born on September 4, 1942 in San Antonio, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents, Aguedo and Maria Isabel Ledesma; brother, Francisco Ledesma; sister, Carmen Hernandez. He is survived by his wife, Mary Alice J. Ledesma; daughters, Andrea P. Ledesma and Cynthia Cadena (Oscar); grandchildren, Victoria, Samantha, Jacob, and Briana; great grandson, Gabriel; sister, Mary Balderas; brothers, Aguedo Ledesma (Dora) and Armando Ledesma; also, numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, father-in-law, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, and many friends. Alex was active in the neighborhood association and at Christ the King parish serving in many capacities from Holy Name Society president to leading prayer groups. Before being diagnosed with brain tumors he obtained a Bachelor and Master degree in Social Work from the Worden School at Our Lady of the Lake University. After graduation, he completed a 6-week internship at the Public Defenders Office in Washington, D.C. Because of the tumors, he was unable to fulfill his dream of working in his field, but enjoyed substitute teaching at St. Martin Hall and at Providence High School. Alex always had a smile. He loved music, reading, discussing current events, telling jokes and offering advice on life and on obtaining higher education opportunities for our youth. Above all he loved his family and loved God. He had a deep and fervent devotion to Padre Pio who was always at his side and to Our Lady of Guadalupe. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monday, August 15, 2011 at Trevino Funeral Home, 226 Cupples Rd. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 16, 2011 at Christ the King Catholic Church, 2623 Perez St. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:15 a.m. Wednesday, August 17, 2011 at Christ the King Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery. There will be no funeral procession from the funeral home on Wednesday. Everyone will meet at the church. The family expresses its sincerest gratitude to Dr. Thomas Mieras, Dr. Christopher Bogaev, Dr. Jay Hoelsher, the staff at Golden Estates Rehabilitation Center, Vitas Innovative Hospice Care and to all who kept him under constant and fervent prayer. Services under the direction of:
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Memories and Condolences
for Alejandro Ledesma
sylvia gonzales
August 25, 2011
To Armando and the rest of Alejandro's family, Rose Kaminski-Graham and Sylvia Gonzales extend our heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your beloved brother.
August 18, 2011
Mary Alice and Andrea,We know Alex is in a better place serving God. He was such a nice and full of love kind of person. Louie and I will always remember his smile and his jokes,as they volunteered together at the barbque pit at Christ The King Church. Our deepest sympathy to all the Ledesma family.God knows you were there for him during his illness. Keep you'll in prayer Love Louie and Alice Mendiola and Raymond Mendiola 897-9583
August 17, 2011
Our deepest condolences on the loss of your husband. Our prayers are with you and you family.
Mary and Jimmy Ramirez
210-681-9803
Ruben & Bertha Gutierrez
August 16, 2011
Our prayers are with you and your family.
Irene Ramirez
August 16, 2011
Mary Alice and Andrea,
Our sincere condolences,from Tia Tencha Juarez and family. May God keep you in our prayers and thoughts.
August 16, 2011
Mary Alice & Ledesma family--Please accept our prayers and deepest
sympathies. Alex was always a kind , sincere, understanding person ---God Blessings to all, Ledesma Family
August 16, 2011
Our condolences to you and the family on Alex's passing. As we remember Alex he was such a kind fun loving person. With time, may all of you find peace and understanding with God's words. Maria and Ernest De La Cruz 684-4285
Becky Cadena
August 16, 2011
Mary Alice & Andrea - Our condolences, prayers and love are with you. Everytime i look at the house on John Page i remember how lucky we were to get to know Alex & you as neighbors & friends, and then Andrea came along & our kids would play. God Bless you. Manuel & Becky Cadena
Larry and Laura Juarez
August 16, 2011
Mary Alice and Andrea-
Our deeepest and most sincere condolences. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. We are proud to have had the pleasure of knowing Alex. We will always remember his outgoing personality and humor.
God Bless you always, your primos - Larry and Laura Juarez,
San Antonio, Texas
Jose Corpus
August 16, 2011
Mary Alice, my deepest condolences to you and Andrea on your loss. I am only sorry that I never met Alex, because I know it would have been fun to sit and talk with him. Nothing I or anyone else can say can ease the pain but your faith and love will get you through. May our Lord grant you peace.
Sarah King
August 16, 2011
The staff at Sarah King Elementary want to express their sincere condolences at this time Andrea. May God keep you in his care and give you peace and comfort at this very difficult time.
Josie Medellin
August 16, 2011
Andrea, I'm sorry for the loss of your father. Now he is with his father in Heaven not suffering anymore. You will see him again in God's glory and the reunion will be the most joyous. Now he and my brother can make each other laugh too. Thank you for your prayers for Ernie as well. May the Lord comfort your family. He is proud of you. Keep his beautiful smile. Love, Josie,Secretary/Sarah King.
Humberto, Diana, Bert, Andrew and Melanie Arredondo
August 15, 2011
Mary Alice, Andrea and Family of Alejandro Ledesma:
We were deeply saddened to hear of Alex's death and are so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you, wishing you hope in the midst of sorrow and comfort in the midst of pain. May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead.
The Arredondo Family
Concha Tays
August 15, 2011
We are so sorry for your loss, we know that there are no words to ease your pain. Mr. Ledesma will greatly be missed. We pray that God places his hand on you all and that he may give you the strength you all need to cope with your loss, please know that Mr. Ledesma will be watching over you all. May we all keep Mr. Ledesma memory alive always.
Janice Andrews
August 15, 2011
You and your family are in my prayers as celebrate the life of a loving husband, father. You put action to the words "in sickness and health" as you were by his side daily to care for him. May God give you comfort in the coming days
Irma Gutierrez-White
August 15, 2011
Our deepest sympathy Mary Alice and to your family. You have been bless to have Alenjandro in your life.
God Bless you!
Irma Gutierrez-White & Family
August 15, 2011
Mary Alice and Andrea,our deepest condolences to you and Andrea. I know your heart felt saddness for the loss of a great husband and father. We will always remember his happiness and smiles, all his jokes brought laughter at family gatherings. His smiles and laughter now will be God's he will make all angels laugh, but forever he will remain in our hearts and memories forever. Love from all the Joe & Teresa Flores Family.
cathy martinez
August 15, 2011
My deepest sympathy to your family. May you rest in peace.
August 15, 2011
Mary Alice, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. You have been such a faithful wife caring for your dear husband for so many years. God Bless! Marilyn Barry
cynthia cadena
August 15, 2011
just when i had my second chance...i will miss you so much dad <3
Alena Rojikova
August 14, 2011
Dearest Ms. Ledesma and family, We keep you faithfully in our prayers at this time. It was an honor to know such a humble, always smiling man as Mr. Alex was.
Alfaro-Rojikova family
Theresa A. Rodriguez
August 14, 2011
Dear Mary Alice and Andrea,
It seems that heaven is getting full of our loved ones who have gone before us. I can imagine the great welcome Alex was given Thursday night after he took his final step. I stand in tribute to Alex for a full and wonderful Life. To you Mary Alice for the great love you have for Alex, For your unwavering Faith and the support you gave him, especially these last years. You're an example for us to follow. Thank you for giving me the privilege of being with you during Alex' last hours. May God love and bless you always.
Diane, Samantha & Amanda
August 14, 2011
Mary Alice & Andrea & both sides of the family, I pray for your Hearts that peace soon. Mary Alice you are an example of a Godly woman and you waited on God to Bring you Alejandro (Alex) in your later years. Smart woman! I loved his smile and you did get tall dark & hansome, lucky you, but you did not need luck because all who know you, we are the lucky ones, including Alex. God has called Alex home now and he left you a beautiful Gift in Andrea you will not be alone. We your family in California are with you in prayers & spirit please believe this. Jesus hold your hand now along with Andrea in this difficult time may he keep you whole. It's not good bye it's Alejandro I will see you in Heaven. I love you Mary Alice my Dear cousin xox
Diane Gutierrez - San Deigo CA
August 14, 2011
our praryers &hugs are with you &family, con todo carino cousin-chelito& family sylmar ca.
Adel Hernandez
August 14, 2011
Mary Alice, Andrea and Family, I'm so sorry to hear the news about Alex. I have some great memories of family gatherings while our kids were at St. Martin Hall. Please know that you and Alex are in my prayers. He will be missed. God Bless You.
Rosemary Fuentes
August 14, 2011
Thank you Compadre for being a listening ear when I sought guidance in raising your aijado and his brothers - I know you always prayed for us.
veronica ledesma
August 14, 2011
Uncle Alex you will be missed. I might of not seen you as often as I should of, but it didn't mean I didn't love you. Am sure you know that now. You left behind a great family to enjoy, and I want to thank you for everything you have done. I love you, bye for now. May God have you in his glory.
Rosalinda Marquez
August 14, 2011
For: Maryalice, Andrea and Family
My prayers are with you and your family. Alex was my compadre and good friend that loved his family, life and music. I remember the times he would reminisce about the Royal Jesters, Sunny and the Sunliners and many others. Also, there were many times my children and I would come to your house for barbeques or just to talk and he would ask: "where's my lemon meringue pie"?. I would usually surprise him and bring one or some other pastry. On one of my vists at the nursing home I mentioned the pies and he laughed and said "where's my pie"?. It was good to see him laugh considering his illness.
Darrah Ng
August 14, 2011
I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Leslie Perez
August 14, 2011
I'm sorry to hear of your loss. Your family is in my prayers, may God bless you and keep you by His side at such a difficult time.
Tio Roger Contreras
August 14, 2011
My prayes to the family, nieces and nephews, Alex is now looking over us in peace on his new journey serving the lord. This no words of comfort as all of you endure the pain of his departure but rest a sure he is in your hearts and souls forever him memories and legasy shall remain as in print, live, learn, love and make peace for he was a great example of all of lifes journeys trial and tribulations . Now he has been chosen to once again lead the way. God bless you make peace for you only live once.
<3
Andrea Ledesma
August 13, 2011
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