Angelita Moreno Ledesma

Angelita Moreno Ledesma, 93, from Elsa passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family in Weslaco, Texas, on August 13, 2025. A devoted mother, loving grandmother and dear friend, Angelita was a kind and gentle soul whose quiet strength left a lasting impression on all who knew her.

Angelita was born on February 29, 1932, in Lyford, Texas, to Hilaria and Tomas Moreno. Born into humble beginnings, Angelita spent much of her early life as a migrant worker, making memories with her siblings as they traveled across the country. She worked tirelessly in the fields to help support her family. She endured life’s challenges with remarkable bravery and met each day with courage, determination, and an unshakable will to create a better future.

In 1950, Angelita met her husband, Epifanio and settled into life as a full-time homemaker, where she brought the same strength and perseverance to raising her family. Her home was a place of love, warmth, compassion and hope. She was a devoted wife, a loving mother, and dedicated her life to her family with selfless love and tireless strength. Angelita also poured her heart into caring for her grandchildren and creating beautiful memories and touching the lives of multiple generations. She was always there for her family, supporting, encouraging, and proudly cheering. She faithfully attended countless school assemblies, football games, graduations, and family gatherings.

Angelita found strength and hope in her faith. Her faith as a Jehovah’s Witness was at the heart of who she was, guiding her to live with strong morals and become the loving, strong woman we all adored. In her later years, she found joy and companionship at her adult day care center, where she loved engaging in activities, playing loteria and sharing moments of laughter with friends. The center brought her happiness and comfort and became a cherished part of her life.

Angelita was preceded in death by her husband, Epifanio Ledesma; her son, Roberto Ledesma; her son-in-law, Hilario Prieto; her parents, Hilaria Moreno and Tomas G. Moreno; her brothers, Guadalupe Moreno and Pedro Moreno; and her sisters, Esperanza Puente and Maria Moreno.

Angelita is survived by her loving children, Estella Prieto, Julian (Olivia) Ledesma, Juan (Janie) Ledesma, and Noel Ledesma. Her grandchildren, Alma Delia Prieto, Hilario Prieto, Jr., Julia R. Ledesma, Alexis Ledesma, Angelica Ledesma, Xavier Ledesma, Thelma Ledesma Navarro, Mary Helen Ledesma, Joanna Ledesma, and Roxanne Garza; many great grand-children; sisters Romana Moreno and Isabel Moreno; brother Trinidad Reyes Moreno and many nieces, nephews and extended family members.

Angelita’s legacy is one of strength, integrity, enduring love, and faith. The values she instilled will guide generations to come. Her wisdom, laughter, and unwavering presence touched everyone she met and will live on in the hearts of her family and all who were blessed to know her.

A visitation for Angelita will be held Monday, August 18, 2025 from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM with a Memorial Service at 5:00 pm. A chapel service will occur Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 10:00 AM with a burial to follow. All services will occur at Funeraria Del Angel Highland and Memorial Park, 6705 N. FM 88, Weslaco, TX 78596.

Serving as pallbearers are Noel Ledesma, Hilario Prieto, Jr., Xavier Ledesma, Gabriel Prieto, Diego Prieto, and Joseph Ledesma.