Tom C. Pena Sr., 95, of Nursery passed away surrounded by family, August 19, 2018. He was born August 29, 1922 in Nursery to the late Santos and Dolores C. Pena. Tom began working at Murphy Ranch at a young age, where he became dedicated to and immensely enjoyed over 75 years in ranching. His loyalty and hard work serve as a wonderful legacy to his family and friends.
He was lifelong member of Our Lady of Sorrows where he married the love of his life, Dolores. Tom never met a stranger and would always lend a helping hand to anyone in need.
Above all else, Tom’s greatest joy and love was his family. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Dolores M. Pena; daughters, Mary T. Mooney (Darrell) of Victoria, Sylvia Ortega (Manuel) of Friendswood, Magdalena Schauer of Victoria; 5 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Tom also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, son Tom Pena Jr., 4 sisters and 3 brothers.
Visitation will be Thursday, August 23, 2018 from 5-7 PM at Rosewood Funeral Chapels, the Holy Rosary to be recited at 7 PM.
The funeral mass will be Friday, August 24, 2018, 9 AM at Our Lady of Sorrows with burial immediately following at Resurrection Cemetery.
Pallbearers are Darrell Mooney, Manuel Ortega, Phillip Briscoe, Jimmy Ramirez, Billy Murphy and Natanael Ortega.
Honorary Pallbearer is Bill Murphy.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Our Lady of Sorrows Church.
