Felis Martinez De Leon, age 88, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2020 in Houston, Texas. She was born May 18, 1932 in Mackey, Texas to Teofilo and Juanita Martinez. She married Raul De Leon on July 06, 1957 and they made their home in Houston with their son, Raul De Leon, Jr.
Felis is preceded in death by her parents Teofilo and Juanita Martinez, her husband, Raul De Leon, her brother, Ramon Martinez, and her sisters: Maria, Modesta and Augustina Martinez, and Juana Elizarraras.
She is survived by her son Raul (Roy) De Leon, Jr and his wife, Amy; numerous grandchildren; sister, Asencion Compean; brother, Apolinar Martinez and brother-in-law, Johnny Elizarraras. She is also survived by numerous nephews, nieces and great nephews, nieces.
Felis was a loving mother, sister, aunt and friend many and provided support to her husband and son. She was a true supporter of many Catholic Charities. In her prime years, she spent many weekends and holidays with her husband, son and family members enjoying picnics at Herman Park, and traveling at every opportunity.
A rosary for Felis will be held on Saturday, July 11, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. with a funeral service to follow promptly at 2:30 p.m. in the Grand Chapel at Brookside Funeral Home, 13745 Eastex Freeway, Houston, Texas 77039. Burial will take place following services at Brookside Memorial Park.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.brooksidefuneralhomelauder.com for the DeLeon family.
