Suegra, no hay palabras para explicar el dolor que nos dejó su partida, hoy está en el santo reinó de Dios donde usted merece estar, gracias muchas gracias mías y de mi familia por querernos tanto, descanse en paz ❤️❤️❤️

I had the great pleasure of meeting her in person, even for a short time, very beautiful person and human being, I remembered her on my birthday that by birth we were born on September 27, rest in peace Doña Irma 🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️

I loved that I had the opportunity to spend time with you in Texas.  You made me feel so welcomed always!  You were so generous and I still have the bracelet you gave me.  When you visited Chicago I loved hearing your stories about how your family ended up in Chicago.  I know you will be missed and I am sending my love to the entire Lopez family. 

To my Guela you were the best ever a piece of  my heart went with you to heaven  but I was so  blessed to have you for 30 years and I know you are in a better place with Guelo having a blast dancing and singing just know that we all love you and can't wait to meet again 

Guela, one of my biggest inspirations of someone I inspire to be. The lady that never called me by my first name (unless I was in trouble) haha, but would call me her  “niña” just like my grandad did. The one who would give us God’s blessing every time we walked out of that door. who taught us that God always comes first and how important that was to our family.  
Being with you my 25 years of life, It didn’t take much to make my grandma happy. Wether it was a kiss when we got home from school, a simple hug, me helping her water her flowers, me showing her the new basketball shoes I got (I had to try them on every time in front of her and walk around in them). One particular memory  I will always remember was when all my basketball teammates would love to come over the house because she would cook her famous “caldo and tortillas” for everyone and I would see her smile light up the room when we were all sitting down & eating because she saw all of them as her own. I remember one of my teammates telling me, “your grandma makes me feel at home.” She made everyone feel at home, no matter how close or far away, family or a friend, everyone was considered her own. And I couldn’t have been more blessed to have that in my life. My Guela lived to make our lives better. The backbone of our family and she never ever asked for anything in return. You and grandpa are now together and looking down at all of us with the legacy you both left. So, for your wisdom, your humor, compassion, your understanding, your patience and your love; thank you, Grandma. Thank you so much. I can’t wait to see you again. I love you and will miss you forever. 

The  thing I remember most about my Guela was how much she loved her family.  Every time she would come into town I remember the excited feeling I would get anticipating seeing her and that huge smile she would give us as we saw each other. I also remember the rapid fire repeated kisses on the cheek that she would give me . 

I remember getting in trouble a lot when I was younger and she would watch me and shake her head as  I caught whoopin from what ever adult could catch me first.  But the thing that no one ever saw was that after everyone else had left the room, she would stay with me, chuckle,  and then give me one of those infectious smiles  as she called me over to sit with her.  She’d pull me in close to her and laughing would say “just like your father”.  

That made me proud for two reasons:

1. Because I saw how she interacted and loved on my father and my aunts and uncles and that family meant everything to her. 

2. Because I was part of that family and could proudly call myself a Lopez, she made me feel like no matter what I did her love for me couldn’t be broken.   

The legacy that She and my Guelo left behind is one that can be seen every time the Lopez family gets together.  Things come and go but family is forever and the Lopez’s love each other fiercely.  

Love you Guela and can’t wait to see you again in heaven. 



How lucky am I to have had my grandmother for 43 years. When she saw me two months ago, the first thing she said was, “Remember when you came with me on the bus to Texas? You were only 5 years old and you laid on me when you were sleeping, and I never left you for a minute.” When she would come to Chicago to visit she would stay with my mom and I. She helped me with my boys, she was company to me everyday when Jackson first started in home therapy and we would cry together when he would be screaming in the next room. She would sit at the kitchen table and do puzzles with my boys, help them color and be their audience when they read. What a blessing those years were. 

I have many memories but my earliest memory of course involves food...Guela had just made herself a plate of migas for dinner. She came to the table and I said, “Guela, que estas comiendo?” She said, “Migas hijita.” I replied, “Amigas? Guelita...por que estas comiendo tus amigas?” She laughed and said, “No hijita, MIGAS!” She then shared her food with me, and it became my favorite breakfast food to date. 

She is the only grandmother I had ever known. To say she was special to me is an understatement. The music, the food, the novelas, the dichos, her calling me a “parrandera” when I was going out for the night (but always blessing me with the sign of the cross before I left), there is so much she has given me, and so many memories, I’m such a lucky girl. 

I love you Guela. I can’t wait to see you again. Look over  Gary,  your muneco de hule, Oliverio and me. 


My Guela

You were one of my first true loves.  One of the huge inspirations and role models that made me the person I try to be today. One of the most amazing, loving and caring woman that I have ever met in my life. You had a smile that would light up a room and a hug to match it. 

I will always remember the 24 hour car rides to visit you and Guelo and how you were always the first one to greet us at the door no matter what time we arrived and minutes later how you would be at the stove making me your famous tortillas because you know I loved them. The days when u would ask me to massage you by Jami’s house but to only talk during commercials because you didn’t want to miss your novela lol. These are all priceless memories I will cherish forever. 

You were the reason I came to visit back in July. I had been going through some tough personal issues and I knew seeing you would make everything better and it did. It took all my pain away. I arrived at 1am that night and you waited up to see me. The next day u greeted me with a smile and big hug that I’ve needed forever. That night we talked about my kids and family and I saw the photos all over the your room of all us, your children, your grandchildren and great grandchildren and it reminded me of how no matter far away we all are, we are all there with you in that room and in your heart. 

I’m going to miss our FaceTime conversations when I would call you and you get a huge smile on your face and start blowing me kisses immediately when u saw me. Last month was the last time we spoke and I will always remember the last words I said to you was I love you Guela and I heard you say it right back to me.  

I hope you are with Guelo now holding each other and talking about how proud you are of all of us and the amazing legacy you have created.  I love you always Guela and you will be in my heart forever. 

Love Bobby



To my beautiful Mother-in-Law.  You were a special woman. So strong and giving.  You accepted everyone and made them always feel welcome.  You worked hard and raised a beautiful family to be proud of.  I loved you dearly as a Mother.  I will cherish the memories. Rest in peace.           Love you always,  your daughter-in-Law, Marijo                           

Guelita, you are loved by so many! You were the backbone of our family and the strongest woman known! I just want you to know that I love and I miss you so so much! I know you are up in heaven dancing away with the love of your life! May you Rest In Peace. 

Guela to say you were the epitome of strength and love is and understatement.  Thank you for raising amazing children who became amazing parents to all of us, and instilling the meaning of loyalty and family in all of us. We love you and you will be deeply missed ❤.


My aunt always had a special place in my heart, she always made us feel at home when we were visiting. Was a devoted daughter who looked after our grandmother. My fondest memories are those growing up in Chicago and when visiting in Laredo.
Tía, ahora le toca gozar la compañía de mi Tío Toño, Sergio, Emily, Güela y Tío Meme. Me saluda a mi Papá.  Pos pa que le digo que no si sí......pos sí.

Cousins, my deepest condolences, hope you find comfort in knowing she’s in a better place.
Love you guys!
Marisa


I really loved visiting Tios Toño and Irma every year in their Laredo house, those were incredible times in my childhood. 

Tia was always very loving to us, she prepared the most delicious flour tortillas with butter, mhhh!!!

Tios loved the hand made panela cheese we brought from Ayutla, Tio Toño enjoyed it with a beer, and every now and then I honor his memory with a beer and a piece of such delicious cheese, cheers Tios! 

Their anecdotes they talked at dinner were the most fascinating stories, Tia and my Mom used to talk long hours about Guela Clara, at El Rancho Las Tortillas (which I never met), and about many relatives. I especially enjoyed their memories about my sisters and my cousins (Tia Irma's sons) when they lived together in Chicago at the 26th St. They were so funny!!! 

My sister Claudia and I enjoyed that Laredo house, their garden was our playground, and felt like a second home.

I really enjoyed spending time with Tia Irma she will be missed dearly. I hope Lopez family can find peace in their hearts, my sincere condolences and a brotherly hug to all. 

When we visited she always welcomed us with a big smile and a hug. I almost felt embarrassed to come over because we couldn't leave without a gift from her, big or small she wanted us to have something.
Tia, you will always be in my heart.
For all my cousins and their families, all I can do for you is pray you find comfort knowing she is in the arms of our Lord forever and most likely dancing.
Love you all,
Laura , Norberto and Manuel

My grandmother dedicated her life to her family. Whether it was while raising her 7 children in Chicago or by providing love to her 14 grandchildren after moving back to Laredo following her husband's retirement, it was no question that she was truly the matriarch of the family. She leaves a lasting legacy of love and togetherness that endures in our tight-knit family. Rest well, Guela. We love you.

OBITUARY

Irma B. Lopez

27 September, 1925 – 5 December, 2019

Ellis Resthaven Funeral Home and Memorial Park

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