Mrs. Lydia Juarez

Lydia was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Alfredo Juarez Sr., who she has now joined together for eternity. With much love, she and Alfredo created an extensive living legacy: Alfredo Juarez Jr. and wife Kathy, Ruben Juarez, Daniel Juarez and wife Refugia, Roland Juarez, and Marisela Juarez Vargas and husband Robert Vargas; 11 grandkids; 19 great grandchildren; and 1 great-great grandchild. She also leaves behind 10 loving siblings.

Lydia was a shining light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her journey on this earth was one marked by love, compassion, acceptance of ALL and unwavering faith in God. Her passing has left a huge void in the hearts of her family and friends, and nothing was more important to her than her family. She was happiest when she had visitors, especially when they brought pan dulce or anything sweet which gave her a reason to bring out her nice coffee cup set. Nothing gave Mom more joy and pleasure as to when she would be surrounded by her loving family and showering all with unconditional love.

Mom treasured the life she and Dad had created. Dad kept her social calendar ‘maxed out’ especially with the many, many dances they would attend on a regular basis either at the Kelly AFB NCO club, clubs in Nuevo Laredo, weddings, quinceaneras, etc., as long as a ‘cocktail dress’ was not required, because as he jokingly stated, Lydia only had a ‘beer dress’. They were such smooth dancers mastering the bolero and polka dances that we lovingly referred to them as the Latino version of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. Mom was introduced to the fascinating world of travel by Dad. Once she realized how much she loved the adventure of travel, the whole world opened up to her! She never imagined she would actually get to see the many exotic places she had only read about in magazines and once she got the bug, she could not travel enough, and Dad made sure of that.

We will never forget the Saturday afternoon routines at our house where Dad’s profound love for Mom would be displayed. Once we were all cleaned up after completing yard work and chores, Dad would turn on the stereo and play music from either Trio Los Panchos, Javier Soliz, Alfredo Jimenez, etc. But what left a lasting impression on us was the burning love proudly displayed by Dad for Mom when he would sing along with the music, serenading Mom with a can of Pearl beer in his hand. Dad’s singing (maybe he was the idea for Karaoke!) would always have Mom smiling ear to ear.

Mom lived a full and blessed life. She was always there for us with unconditional love and we knew we could confide in her without fear of judgment. She was a great listener who did not give us ‘the answer’ or ‘what to do’, but rather, allowed us to arrive at a logical decision on our own. Despite not completing high school, Mom was extremely intelligent and had a complete grasp of the world we lived in, politics, economics, etc. Those who knew Lydia will remember her for her infectious smile, overwhelming laughter and as someone who always exhibited love and kindness to anyone she met. Mom, as you join Dad for eternity, we are sure he is welcoming you to his side as he sings Cuando Vuelva A Tu Lado, emphasizing the following lyrics (English translation):

When I return to your side

And alone with you

The things I tell you

Never repeat, out of compassion

Join your lips to mine

And hold me in your arms

And count the beats

Of our heart

Mom, our love for you is forever and we will all miss you dearly!

On Tuesday, April 8, 2025, the family will receive guests from 5:00 to 7:00 pm, with a Rosary to begin at 7:00 pm, at Porter Loring Mortuary, 1101 McCullough Ave. Deacon Robert Rivera to officiate.

On Wednesday, April 9, 2025, the procession will depart Porter Loring Mortuary at 11:30 am.

Mass at St. Henry’s Catholic Church, 1619 S. Flores St. to begin at 12:00 pm. Father Jesus Anguiano to officiate.

Interment will follow in Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery.