Bentura C. Terrazas

Born in Mexico, Bentura dedicated her life to her family. As a devoted homemaker, she raised her children with unwavering love and commitment. Her earliest ambition was to seek better opportunities for her children, a goal she pursued relentlessly.

In 1986, Bentura made the courageous decision to move to the United States, working two jobs to provide a brighter future for her family. Despite the challenges, she maintained a warm and welcoming home, where friends and family gathered to share meals, laughter, and stories.

Bentura was known for her vibrant storytelling, often captivating her loved ones with tales that brought joy and laughter. Her favorite colors were lavender and blue, and she found joy in sewing, cooking, dancing, gardening, and caring for her pets. She cherished traveling to Mexico for weddings and quinceañeras, where she celebrated family milestones with enthusiasm.

Above all, Bentura loved preparing her favorite meals for her children and hosting gatherings that brought everyone together. Her nurturing spirit, loyalty, devotion, and self-sacrifice left an indelible mark on all who knew her.

Bentura was preceded in death by her parents, Aurora Quinones Casarez and Ramon Cigarroa; her brother, Antonio Casarez; and her children, Margarita Terrazas, Tomasita Terrazas, Manuel Terrazas, and Manuel Terrazas.

She is survived by her brothers: Francisco Casarez, Andres Casarez and Marcial Casarez; children: Victor Terrazas, Florinda Soler, Maria De La Luz Rodriguez, Roberto Terrazas, Ruben Terrazas, Jose Ernesto Terrazas, Jose Luis Terrazas, and Maribel West; as well as several grandchildren: Veronica Terrazas, Eli Terrazas, Orastro Terrazas, Lucila Terrazas, Jose Luis Barajas, Vanessa Azcona, Kristina Azcona, Manuel Sage Terrazas, Brittney Marie Terrazas, Alexander Soler, Sara Rodriguez, Dylan Jacob Terrazas, Gavin Steel Terrazas, Abigail Terrazas, Kameron Brett Terrazas, Tristan Zayne West, and Avyanna Brielle West.

A visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Bean-Massey-Burge Funeral Home, 2951 S. Belt Line Road, Grand Prairie, TX 75052. A funeral mass will take place on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at St. Michael the Archangel Church, 2910 Corn Valley Rd, Grand Prairie, TX 75052. A graveside service will follow from 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM at Antioch Life Park, 1940 Avenue D, Grand Prairie, TX 75051.

Serving as pallbearers are José Luis Terrazas, José Ernesto Terrazas, Roberto Terrazas, Conrado Cardenas, Marcial Casarez, and Sergio Casarez.