Maria del Mar Lozano

On Saturday evening, our Lord eternally healed our beautiful mother and sent the love of her life to escort her to heaven. As her body healed and became new, our heart broke as we said goodbye to an extraordinary woman.

She was born to Rogelio and Maria de la Luz Pena at Estacion Aldamas, Nuevo Leon, Mexico where she met her late husband Carlos Lozano. They were married for almost forty years before the Lord called him to be by His side.

She leaves her daughter Claudia Lozano, son-in-law Ricardo Melgoza and their children Kaily (Preston), Ezequiel, Faith and Charlize. She also leaves her daughter Luzdivina Lozano and her son-in-law Abel Mercado and their daughters Isabella and Delailah. She leaves her son Carlos Lozano Jr., her daughter-in-law Michele and their children Carlos III, Karen, Dante and Kenna. She leaves her mother, Maria de la Luz Pena and her siblings Rogelio Pena Jr. (Maricruz), Juan Pena (Hilda Nelly), Julianita Alanis (Jose Luz) and countless nieces and nephews.

She is also preceded in death by her father, Rogelio Pena and her brother, Cesario Pena.

Our mother emitted love through her actions, smile and caring spirit. Her selflessness was unmatched. She found true joy by always being there for her children and grandchildren. Her devotion and service to her parents and parents-in-law will always be an example for us to aspire to. She was a creative and innovative individual who used her talents to help others. She loved traveling, sewing, making jewelry and spending time with her grandchildren. She served God by leading fundraisers, playing the keyboard and singing in the choir for her church. What we will miss the most are her home-cooked meals, family get-togethers in her backyard, and her witty humor and advice.

The void she has left can never be filled, but the assurance that she is now free of pain and in the company of the Lord and our father brings us peace and hope. While we feel like her time with us was short, we trust that her purpose has been fulfilled. She left us with an example of what it looks like to be selfless, fearless and full of faith. Until she took her last breath, she faced the numerous health challenges in her life with trust in God, patience and fierce determination.

May our beautiful mother, Maria del Mar Lozano, rest in peace and love, in the presence of our Lord and Savior. Until we see you again, Mom, we love you.

Visitation will be held today, Thursday, July 30, 2020 at Funeraria Del Angel, Chapel of Serenity in Mission from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm with a rosary recited at 7:00 pm. Funeral service will be on Friday, July 31, 2020 at Funeraria Del Angel at 12:00 pm. Burial will follow at Valley Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

Maria del Mar Lozano Peña

17 de diciembre de 1958 al 18 de julio de 2020

Rio Grande City, Texas – El sábado por la tarde, nuestro señor dio eterna sanación a nuestra madre querida Maria del Mar Lozano Peña, enviando al amor de su vida a encaminarla al cielo. Al sanar su cuerpo celestial, nuestros corazones se han roto al tener que decirle adiós a esta formidable persona.

María nació en Estación Aldamas, Nuevo León, México como fruto del amor de sus padres Rogelio y María de la Luz Peña. Allí conoció a su esposo Carlos Lozano con quien mantuvo matrimonio por casi 40 años, hasta que el señor lo llamo al cielo hace cinco años.

Al partir, ella deja a su hija, Claudia Lozano, (Ricardo Melgoza) y sus hijos Kaily (Preston), Ezequiel, Faith y Charlize. También deja a su hija Luzdivina Lozano (Abel Mercado) y sus hijas Isabella y Delailah. Deja a su hijo Carlos Lozano Jr. (Michele Lozano) y sus hijos Carlos III, Karen, Dante y Kenna. También deja a su mama querida, María de la Luz Peña y sus hermanos Rogelio Peña Jr. (Maricruz), Juan Peña (Hilda Nelly), y Julianita Alanís (Jose Luz), así como a sus sobrinos, cuñados y cuñadas.

Se le adelantaron en su santa muerte su padre Rogelio, su hermano Cesario y su esposo Carlos.

Nuestra madre emitía amor a través de sus acciones, sonrisa y espíritu cariñoso. Su interés en el porvenir de los demás, antes que el de ella era inigualable. Encontró verdadera alegría al ser un constante para sus hijos y nietos. Su devoción y servicio a sus padres y suegros siempre será un ejemplo al que aspiramos. Maria era una persona creativa e innovadora que utilizaba sus talentos para ayudar a los demás. Le encantaba viajar, coser, hacer alhajitas y pasar tiempo con sus nietos. Sirvió a Dios liderando recaudaciones de fondos, tocando el teclado y cantando en el coro para su iglesia. Lo que más echaremos de menos son sus comidas caseras, las reuniones familiares en su patio y su ingenioso humor y consejos.

Sabemos que nada podrá llenar el vacío que nos deja, pero la seguridad de que ahora está libre de dolor y en compañía del Señor y de nuestro padre nos trae paz y esperanza. Aunque sentimos que su tiempo con nosotros fue corto, confiamos en que su propósito fue cumplido. Nos dejó con un ejemplo de lo que es ser desinteresado, valiente y lleno de fe. Hasta que tomó su último aliento, ella enfrentó los numerosos desafíos de salud en su vida con confianza en Dios, paciencia y una determinación feroz.

Que nuestra hermosa madre, María del Mar Lozano descanse en paz y amor, en la presencia de nuestro Señor y Salvador. Hasta que te volvamos a ver Mamá, te amamos.

We ask for anyone who chooses to attend practice social distancing. We do not want to lose any other family members.

This means that a mask is required to enter and must be kept on at all times and for us to keep a 6 feet distance from each other.

This also means that we will refrain from hugging or shaking hands. Your condolences will still be felt and we hope you accept our gratitude from afar.

The funeral home is enforcing a 50% capacity. So, if at any time there is too many people, they may not let more people come in unless others leave. This is so tough on everyone as we know that we all want to be there for all the possible time. We ask you to keep that in mind as you make plans to attend.

Lastly... we want you to know that whether you choose to attend or not, we love you the same. We respect your decisions during these difficult times.

-Claudia, Luzdivina, and Carlos Jr.