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MARIANA BOCANEGRA Obituary
Alton - Mariana O. Bocanegra, 87, born Feb. 6, 1923, died Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2010 at Solara Hospital of McAllen.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Andres Bocanegra, Sr. and her son, Andres Bocanegra, Jr.
She is survived by seven sons, Rolando (Susie) Bocanegra of Garciasville, Jose (Seferina) Bocanegra of San Juan, Hilario (Maureen) Bocanegra of Pennsylvania, Miguel Angel Bocanegra of McAllen, Mariano (Estella) Bocanegra of McAllen, Adan Oscar Bocanegra of Edinburg and David (Patty) Bocanegra of McAllen; seven daughters, Ana Maria Flores of Weslaco, Haydie Y. Herrera of Pharr, Leticia (Don) Ross of McAllen, Blanca Estella (Eloy) Garcia of Donna, Xochitl Bocanega of McAllen, Minerva (Servando) Alvarez of Alton and Ana Louisa (Orlando) Palomares of Pharr; 37 grandchildren; 44 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild; three sisters, Ana Castilla, Gregoria Favila and Lucila Mendez.
Visitations and a rosarey were held Thursday, Dec. 23, 2010 at Rivera Funeral Home in McAllen. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in McAllen. Interment will follow at La Piedad Cemetery in McAllen.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Rivera Funeral Home of McAllen.
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Memories and Condolences
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Linda Garcia
January 12, 2011
To Oscar, Blanca and all the family,
Please accept my deepest condolences at the loss of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this difficult time. God bless you all.
Lisa Herrera
January 3, 2011
Well how do I express how greatly I will miss my grandmother...I know she was a very EXTRADIONARY & STRONG WOMAN and I will never forget that..She not only taught her children but also her grandchildren such as myself that family is first no matter what. She was a 2nd mother to me and I will MISS her deeply. But I know now that she is at peace and resting and is enjoying her new found life in heaven beside her husband Andres my grandfather. Grandma I LOVE YOU VERY MUCH!! R.I.P. and to everyone thank you so much for your condolences and for attending my grandmother's rosary and burial..
~LISA HERRERA & ALONZO T. HERRERA
ANA MARIA BOCANEGRA FLORES
January 2, 2011
I WILL MISS OUR MOM ALWAYS,SHE WAS THE BEST MOM ,WILL HAVE HER IN MY HEART,WANT TO THANK EVERYONE WHO ATTENDED THE ROSARY AND CHURCH AND THAN TO THE CEMETRY.MINNIE BE STRONG, I ASK THIS OF ALL MY BROTHERS AND SISTERS.LETS ALL KEEP IN TOUCH ,WE STILL HAVE OUR MEMORIES,
minerva alvarez
January 2, 2011
Hello ,
I am Minerva B. Alvarez, I was my mothers caretaker and one of the youngest daughters who was taking care of her.
I would love to thank all of you for your condolences and support everyone has given us on our passing of our Mother Mariana Bocanegra.
We need them very much. Thank you all once again.
Karen Anzaldua-Fears & my children, Andrew, James & Analicia-Laura
December 27, 2010
Mike, I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. My cousin Rosa Garcia's husband, (Jorge Delgado) was the one who told me when we gathered at my grandmother's home. Please know that I am thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. God Bless You my friend!
Bobby Gonzalez
December 26, 2010
So many fond memories of our neighborhood are now bittersweet and fading but not the knowledge that our families were the foundation that held it together for so many years. My deepest condolences to all the Bocanegra family and loved ones. May God bless you all.
Myrna Rodriguez
December 26, 2010
Our deepest sympathy to all my cousins. May God give you strength and peace during this sad time. Keep her memories close to your heart and thoughts. She is now at peace and in glory, but forever by your side to watch over you all. God Bless you all.
Zoila De La Garza
December 25, 2010
Sending prayers of love and deep sympathy to the families during this very difficult time. May you be filled with joy, laughter, and closeness, from beautiful memories of your mother.
Haydee Garza
December 24, 2010
My deepest condolence, to the entire Bocanegra Family, my prayers will continue for your family, God Bless You All
Julio Gonzalez
December 24, 2010
Blanca, I am so sorry to hear about your mother...our deepest condolences, our prayers are with you and your family.. God Bless you all. "prim"
Sandy Castillo Gonzalez
December 24, 2010
To Ana and Bocanegra family our condolences to you and your family. May God Bless you and remember you will always have her in heart. Ana be strong someday you'll see her again. Sandy Castillo Gonzalez
Perla Sandoval
December 23, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Mimi Peralez
December 23, 2010
Bocanegra Family, our deepest condolences to all of you. May God Bless each and every one of you. Ana we love you girl!!!
Noe, Mimi & J.D. Peralez
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