It is with deep sadness that our warrior has gained her wings. Our beloved daughter, mother, Hamma , sister, tia, cousin and friend Jeanette Velasquez passed away on July 25, 2020 from complications due to Covid-19.
Jeanette was born in Austin on February 2, 1961. She is preceded in her death by her husband Abram Ochoa Jr., paternal grandparents Roy M. Velasquez Sr. and Eliza O. Velasquez, maternal grandparents Ramon Rangel Sr. and Ursula Rangel. Jeanette is survived by her parents Gilberto O. and Doris Velasquez, son Paul Adrian Medel (Valerie), grandchildren Jadicee Medel, Lorenzo Medel, Miranda Rodriguez, Chloe Ochoa. Siblings Julius Velasquez(Denise), Judy Rodriguez(Gilbert), Eliza Lujan (Damian), Sharon Corona (Pedro), numerous nephews and nieces.
Jeanette was a graduate of S.F. Austin High School in 1979. After graduating, Jeanette began her employment career with FedEx that expanded four decades. She met many co-workers that she accepted as her extended family and was admired for her loyalty, dedication and devoted work ethic while receiving numerous recognitions for her service.
Jeanette was a survivor of many battles throughout her life. Through her tribulations not only were family members available to assist her, but many of her closest friends were by her side encouraging Jeanette to keep fighting and staying optimistic as she fought her battles to recovery.
Jeanette was an avid traveler who took flights and road trips to see new sights and visit her extended family of friends. Always positive and grateful for living, she was always ready for her next adventure.
Gone too soon she will be deeply missed by all. A warrior has gained her wings.
The family would like to thank the nurses and staff of St. David’s South Austin Hospital for their continuous comforting care while Jeanette was battling Covid-19.
