Leonora Patricia Marquez

Funeral services for Leonora Patricia Marquez, age 74 of Bayard, Nebraska who passed away on March 8, 2022 will be held Tuesday, March 15 at 10:00 a.m. at Cornerstone Fellowship Church with Pastor Larry Russel officiating. Burial will be at Bayard Cemetery. Online condolences for the family may be left at www.dugankramer.com

She was born March 2, 1948 in Morton, Texas to Julius Gonzalez and Patricia Sabala. She married Jose Gregorio Marquez on March 6, 1976 in Bayard. They made their home in Bayard, Nebraska. She was an in-home daycare provider and foster parent caring for many children. Leonora’s greatest joy was family – mainly her grandchildren. She abundantly enjoyed the times when everyone got together for special events and the holidays. Leonora was well known for her Mexican food, especially her homemade tortillas. She enjoyed cooking for her family and the community.

Leonora loved garage sales and collecting antiques and vintage treasures. She spent hours reading Christian books and her Bible, carefully highlighting passages she would pray over her family and friends.

One of her greatest joys was owning and operating the Bayard Christian Center. She welcomed children of all ages to come in and play games in a safe environment and hear about Jesus. Her greatest goal in life was sharing the love of Jesus with others.

Survivors include her son, Johnny (Joell) Aguirre, daughters Trish (John) Carter, Josie (Drake) Schopen, Victoria (Cesar) Barraza, Valarie (Travis) Leonard. Grandchildren: Trey and Taylor Aguirre, Tyler and Alli Aguirre, Jack Carter, Grace Schopen, Avianna and Cesar Alexander Barraza, Grayson, London and Koen Jose Leonard. Great grandchildren – Blaire, Lennon, Hayvn, Calliope and Baby Carter.

She was preceded in death by her father - Julius Gonzalez, mother - Patricia Gonzalez, sister – Andrea Cuellar and her husband Jose Marquez.

Masks are greatly appreciated.