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Emma Trevino Obituary
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MERCEDES, TX. -
Emma Barton Trevino, 98, passed away on September 29, 2011 at Knapp Medical Center. She was born on February 20, 1913 in Brownsville, TX,, but lived most of her life in Mercedes, Texas. Emma was the last surviving child of Abilio G. Trevino and Maria Barton Trevino, both descendents of pioneer Spanish settlers of his area.
Emma was also the last surviving grandchild of Elder B. Barton and Santitos Balli Barton. Her grandfather, Elder B. Barton, was a veteran of the Texas War of Independence from Mexico, and is listed as having fought in the Battle of San Jacinto in 1836.
Preceding Emma in death were her siblings Susanita (Eduardo) Longoria, Ester (Roberto) Marroquin, Santitos (Roberto C.) Champion, Arturo B. (Elida) Trevino and Abilio Trevino, Jr. Also preceding her in death were nieces Diana Marroquin, Anita Trevino Sanger and nephew Danny A. Longoria.
Survivors include nieces: Dora Champion (Raul) Gonzalez of Austin, Gloria Champion (Homero) Garcia of Weslaco, Stella Marroquin Oakes of Chamblee, GA, Sarah Trevino (Doug) Anderson of Denver, CO, Livia Anne Trevino (Don) Pequignot, of Los Angeles, CA.
Also surviving are nephews: Eduardo and Jimmy Longoria, Carlos Rene Longoria of San Diego, Calif., Robert G. (Mariaelena) Champion, Ernesto (Elba) Champion, Richard T. (Olga) Marroquin, David (Norma) Marroquin all of McAllen and Ron (Jeannie) Trevino of San Antonio.
During the last seven years, Emma was a resident of Weslaco Nursing and Rehab, where the staff lovingly cared for her (in spite of her temper tantrums). When they would ask her why she never married, she would respond, ``porque no fui tonta!'
Services will include a rosary at 7:00 PM on Monday, October 3, at Garcia and Tevino Funeral Home in Mercedes. There will also be a mass at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, October 4, at Our Lady of Mercy Church, followed by interment at Our Lady of Mercy Cemetery, also in Mercedes.
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Memories and Condolences
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Sarah Trevino-Anderson
October 4, 2011
I wish I could have been there today with my family to honor my wonderful Aunt Emma. Her loyalty to her culture and her deep faith were inspiring. May she rest in peace and may her next journey bring her joy.
Lily Thomas
October 4, 2011
Our deepest condolences to your families in this time of sorrow--- our hearts are with you all. God has Blessed Her and welcomes her into his eternal piece. Our Thoughts and prayers. (Family Aguirre (Delia Champion) California.
Bonnie Trevino
October 4, 2011
Wishing I could be there today with you all on this sad occasion. May Aunt Emma rest in peace. Know I am there in spirit. Bonnie Trevino Pequignot.
Bertha Hinojosa
October 4, 2011
My deepest condolences to the Trevino, Longoria, Marroquin, and Champion families. I have such fond memories of Emma and all the rest of the ladies in our neighborhood who have gone to their eternal rest. May God grant them peace. With love, Bertha(Biti) Hinojosa
Roberto(Bobby) and Maria Elena Rodriguez
October 3, 2011
Our deepest condolences to the Trevino, Marroquin, Champion, and Longoria families. May our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ open the gates of heaven to Emma and may He receive her into His loving arms. Know that our prayers and thoughts are with all you during this difficult time. God's blessings always.
Johanna Ramirez
October 3, 2011
My condolences to her family in this time of sorrow. May God bless her with the eternal rest & peace.
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