She was born March 31, 1927 in Wharton, Texas as the 3rd child, and youngest daughter of Apolonia and Emelia Hernandez. She made a home for her 6 children in Houston, Texas and resided there until her passing.
She is preceded in death by her sisters: Julia Garcia and Petra Barrera, her brothers: Paul Hernandez, Frank Hernandez, and George Hernandez, her eldest daughter: Angelina "Cookie" Rodriguez, her middle son Morris Villarreal, and her youngest son: Georgie Sagala.
She is survived by her children: Steve Villarreal Jr., Ernest Villarreal and Julie Hernandez along with 9 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild.
She was a beacon to all that knew her and a cornerstone to our family. Our love for her is immeasurable and forever, but we know that our loss is a beautiful reunion for those that came before us.
Mom. We love you eternally.
The family will receive friends from 5:00pm to 8:00pm Monday December, 23, 2019 at the Pat H. Foley Funeral Home, 1200 W 34th St, Houston, TX 77018 to celebrate the life of Ophelia.
Funeral Services are scheduled for 1:00pm Tuesday, December 24, 2019 at Houston National Cemetery, 10410 Veterans Memorial Dr, Houston, TX 77038
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