Ruth P. Iruegas

As a young teen, along with her father and siblings, the family moved from Sabinal to San Antonio, Texas where they planted their roots. Years later she fell in love with Gilbert Quinones. The two married and began a family. Ruth gave birth to 4 children, Gilbert, John Henry, David and Elizabeth. She was a devoted military wife and mother. She cared greatly for the family she created until her last breath.

After the passing of her husband Gilbert Quinones, Ruth knew she still had love to give and went on to marry Severino (Nino) Iruegas. Together they lived a beautiful life. Nino embraced the life and family that Ruth had created. Ruth was forever grateful for the love and life Nino provided. Due to Nino's service in the military, Ruth became an active member of the VFW where she made long lasting friendships and compantionships.

Ruth professed her faith to the Lord and joined the St. John Berchmans' Parish. She was a devoted Catholic and member of the church for many years. She enjoyed attending Church Bingo and the Senior Citizen Center. In her later years, Ruth went on to attend many community senior programs where er know she would leave lasting impressions on all who came in contact with her feisty attitude, wittiness and contagious smile.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Antonio Portillo and Nieves Vidales Portillo; her late husband, Gilbert Quinones; second husband, Severino Iruegas; daughter-in-law, Leticia Quinones; siblings,Rebecca, Pete, Saulo, Asael, Efrain, Esther, Eva and Hector

Ruth leaves behind her brother, Ruben Portillo; children, Gilbert P. (Diana) Quinones; John Henry (Angelina) Quinones; David (Ana) Quinones and Elizabeth (Oscar Sr.); 17 grandchildren, 32 great grandchildren and 6 great great grandchildren. Also, numerous nieces, nephews, other family members and many friends.

A legacy of strength, love and beauty will forever be missed.

The Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at Funeraria Del Angel Trevino, 226 Cupples Rd. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Procession will depart from the funeral home on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. for an 11:30 a.m. Mass of The Resurrection at St. John Berchmans' Catholic Church. Interment will follow in Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery at 1:30 p.m.

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