Deacon M.C. Marquez

He met the love of his life, Elsie, and became her loving husband for 57 years during which they raised 4 children. They lived in Grapevine and became members of St. Francis Catholic Church in 1965. M.C. soon discovered his path to follow God’s words and studied to become a Deacon. M.C. was Ordained in 1984 and served the Lord at St. Francis of Assisi in Grapevine for 35 years as a volunteer while also providing for his family with his full-time employment.

As a Deacon, he cherished his time serving at each Mass, both in English and Spanish. He was full of joy guiding new parents through the process of Baptizing their new baby. He was proud to assist during a couple’s Holy Matrimony ceremony where he knew they shared a loving bond with each other and God. He was always kind and compassionate as he assisted families during their pain with guidance through the funeral process that will bring their loved ones everlasting peace. M.C. started the Knights of Columbus Council at St. Francis of Assisi in 1978, and remained a member ever since.

Spending time with family was an important part of M.C.’s life. Each summer, they traveled through Texas visiting family on their way to grandma’s house in New Mexico. With 9 brothers and sisters, it wasn’t long before a Family Reunion formed with food, music, and laughter. A fond childhood memory was M.C. in the kitchen with his two daughters making pies, chocolate pie being a favorite. There is no doubt M.C. lived a long life full of love and special memories to leave behind.

M.C. is survived by his wife, Elsie, and their 4 children and their families. Son, Roger and wife Kara of Fort Worth, Texas; Son, Nick, and wife Paula and their daughter Nya of Grapevine, Texas; Daughter, Cynthia and husband Jordi Toops and their children Alexander and Catherine of Prosper, Texas; Daughter, Theresa and husband Shane Armstrong of Telephone, Texas. M.C. is also survived by two brothers, Pete and Manuel Marquez of Clayton, New Mexico, and one sister, Nancy Salinas of Arlington, Texas.

Family and Friends will gather for Visitation on Sunday, February 27, 2022, from 3:00 PM- 4:30 PM with a recitation of the Rosary to follow.

A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Grapevine, Texas on Monday, February 28, 2022, at 10:00 AM with Burial immediately following.

If you wish to send flowers in honor of M.C. please contact Lilium Floral Design at 817-589-1566 or http://www.liliumflorals.com.

In Lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to St. Francis Outreach, 461 Wildwood Lane, Grapevine, TX 76051. An acknowledgment of your memorial, in the name of Deacon M.C. Marquez, will be sent to the family from St. Francis Church.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.bluebonnethills.com for the Marquez family.