Carmen Murguia Cedillo

She was born on October 24, 1943, in Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico, to Fernando Murguía Flores and Consuelo Martinez Murguía. One of nine siblings, she was preceded in death by her brothers Fernando, Enrique, Melchor, Reymundo and sister, Idalia. She is survived by her sisters Rosario, Maria, and Martha.

From 1963-1968, Carmen worked at the Cigarrerra La Moderna in Monterrey, a cigarette factory. When she moved to the United States, she first lived in New Orleans and worked as a nanny. Later she moved to Houston and met the love of her life, Eusebio Cedillo. They married on July 18, 1970.

Carmen lived a life defined by faith, love, sacrifice, and devotion to her family. She was a woman of great strength and compassion who always placed the needs of others before her own. Her warm smile, loving heart, and unwavering support were a source of comfort and inspiration to all who knew her.

Carmen's greatest joy was her family. She dedicated her life to nurturing and caring for her loved ones, creating a home filled with love, faith, and cherished traditions. Her legacy lives on in the values she instilled and the countless memories she created with her children and grandchildren.

She was known for her wonderful sense of humor and her gift for making others laugh. She had a collection of clever sayings and witty remarks that could brighten any day. A natural storyteller, she loved sharing memories, life lessons, and family stories. She could talk for hours. Those conversations became treasured moments for her family and friends. Her laughter, warmth, and joyful spirit will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

She is survived by her loving husband of 56 years, Eusebio; her children, Eusebio and his wife, Mayra, Felipe and his wife, Jessica, Cecilia and her spouse, Lucero, and Minerva and her husband, Leandrew.

She was the proud grandmother of Katherine, Vanessa, Clarissa, Melanie, Daniel, Camila, Natalia, Andrew, and Isabella, all of whom brought immeasurable joy to her life.

We thank God for the blessing of her life. We find peace in knowing that Carmen has been welcomed into the loving arms of our Lord, reunited with loved ones who have gone before her, and granted everlasting peace.

She will be forever loved, deeply missed, and never forgotten. May she rest in the eternal peace of Christ, and may perpetual light shine upon her.

Visitation will be held at Forest Park Lawndale Funeral Home, 6900 Lawndale Street, Houston, Texas 77023, on November 2, 2026, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, with the Rosary at 6:30 pm at the same location.

A Funeral Mass will be held at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 7539 Avenue K, Houston, TX 77012, on November 3, 2026, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am.

A Committal Service will be held at Forest Park Lawndale Cemetery, 6900 Lawndale Street, Houston, TX 77023, on November 3, 2026, from 11:00 pm to 12:00 pm.

Reception to follow in the Parish Hall at Immaculate Heart of Mary. Please join us in remembrance of our loving mother.