Gloria Hope Fuentes

Gloria had an unwavering faith in God. She was a member of El Tabernáculo Assembly of God Church where she taught Sunday school, played the organ in the church band, and led and sang in the women’s choir. Her dedication to children was noted in a student’s letter to A/G headquarters where she received the National Sunday School Teacher of the Year award. Gloria’s passion extended to animals. She was known for rescuing and rehoming abandoned puppies and kittens. Gloria taught 7th and 8th graders in AISD for many years while raising four children. Gloria retired at age 75.

Gloria’s goodness and wisdom were transmitted to her family in her words, actions, and many phone calls. Her legacy of faith and goodness will always be with them.

Gloria was preceded in death by her husband Adolph Fuentes; father, Pedro Garcia, mother, Louisa Garcia, and three beloved sisters; Louisa, Lupe, and Mele. Gloria is survived by her children Eunice Escalante and husband Ray, Abraham Fuentes and wife Edith, Deborah Ortiz, and Isaac Fuentes and wife Heather. She is also survived by five grandchildren, Nicole Molina, Abraham Fuentes Jr., Meagan Ortiz, Milo Ortiz III, and Mack Fuentes. Her daughters lovingly cared for her the last years of her life. The family gives the many who helped care for and love Gloria their greatest gratitude.

The family will have visitation at 5:00 pm on Friday, November 4th, 2022 followed by a celebration of life from 7:00-8:00 pm. They will receive visitors on November 5th, 2022 at 8:30 am followed by a short celebration at 9:00 am with a graveside service at her final resting place at 10:00 am.

Mom’s favorite places to be were her church and her garden where she sang of the goodness of God. We ask that you join us in song as a garden of friends in floral or color.

Be still and know that I am God. Psalm 46:10