Antonia Izaguirre Medina

Daughter, sister, wife, mother, aunt, godmother, comadre, sister-in-law, grandmother and mother-in-law; are some of the titles Antonia Izaguirre accumulated over a life that spanned 92 years and 11 months. A unique and unforgettable character that was able to earn the respect and affection of those who knew her. From her father, Donaciano Izaguirre, she inherited a charming personality and a social disposition that made her a great host. From her mother, Casimira Guerra, she inherited a formidable will, the propensity to think out loud and a sense of humor that was so natural that she displayed it without even trying. She was very intelligent and generous with her wisdom: She always had advice to give and it was impossible to fool her! After she married Francisco Medina, she would cook several times a day and always had food to offer their guests. Maybe that is why they always had visitors? She always enjoyed preparing the ingredients that she had selected. It hurt her deeply when she was no longer able to cook! Her children and family members are grateful to God that He blessed her with a long life and that he allowed her to rest when the suffering was unbearable.

Antonia was born July 5, 1932 in Buenavista, San Luis Potosi, Mexico. She was the first and oldest of the 6 children born to Donaciano Izaguirre y Casimira Guerra. Her younger siblings were: Toribio +, Alejandra+, Juan, Leonor y Juanita. In 1950 she married Francisco Medina+ and formed a family of 12 children: Bernardo+, Francisca, Domingo+, Rogelio, Dagoberto, Maria del Socorro, Julio, Maria del Rosario, Eloisa y Jose Gabriel reached adulthood. Eladio y Vicente died when they were infants.

In 1973 she moved to the United States with her family where she quickly became a grandmother. She did not know it at the time, but she would take care of her grandchildren for more than 20 years. They would arrive at dawn; she would send them off to school and pick them up in the afternoon. At one point, she was taking care of 8 children at the same time. She took care of her grandchildren until she was no longer able to carry them!

Doña Antonia left a legacy of hard work, tremendous will power, humility and Deep Faith in God. She and her husband baptized over 30 godchildren! She was devoted to Our Lady of Carmel and Our Lady of Guadalupe. She prayed daily and always asked God to bestow his blessing upon her and her family. Maybe that is why she always found the strength to face the setbacks and tragedies of life? God always knows best, and God does not lose a soul; she would often say. When her body was failing her, she did not ask for medical attention, she asked to let the God’s Will be Done!

She is survived by her children: Francisca, Rogelio, Dagoberto, Maria del Socorro, Julio, Maria del Rosario, Eloisa y Jose Gabriel. Her brother Juan and her sisters Leonor and Juanita; 38 grandchildren, 46 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. She is also survived by her sisters-in-law Guadalupe Quintero, Elpidia Orozco, Maria de Jesus, Piedad y Valeria Medina; Her brothers-in-law Ruben Machuca and Pedro Zamarron; Dozens of nieces and nephews, many godchildren and her compadres are also saddened by her passing. All of us pray that her soul rest in peace!

Hija, hermana, esposa, madre, tía, madrina, comadre, cunada, abuela y suegra son los títulos que Antonia Izaguirre acumuló en sus casi 93 años de vida. Personaje singular e inolvidable que se supo ganar el aprecio, cariño y respeto de los que la conocieron. De su padre, Donaciano Izaguirre, heredo la sangre liviana, don de gente y espíritu de anfitrión. De su madre, Casimira Guerra, heredo un carácter formidable, la costumbre de pensar en voz alta y un sentido de humor tan natural que lo lucia sin darse cuenta. Sumamente inteligente y generosa con lo que sabia: Consejos siempre tenía y engañarla, simplemente; no se podía. Después de casarse con, Francisco Medina, se acostumbro a cocinar varias veces por día y a compartir la comida con todos los que los visitaban. Siempre disfruto compartir los alimentos que ella había escogido y preparado. ¡Le dolió en el alma cuando ya no pudo cocinar! Sus hijos y familiares, estamos agradecidos con Dios porque la bendijo con una larga vida y también porque le ha permitido descansar cuando vivir ya no se podía.

Antonia nació el 5 de julio de 1932 en Buenavista, SLP. La hija mayor de Donaciano Izaguirre y Casimira Guerra. Le siguieron sus hermanos Toribio +, Alejandra+, Juan, Leonor y Juanita. En 1950 se casó con Francisco Medina+ y formaron una familia numerosa de 12 hijos: Bernardo+, Francisca, Domingo+, Rogelio, Dagoberto, Maria del Socorro, Julio, Maria del Rosario, Eloisa y Jose Gabriel llegaron a ser adultos. Eladio y Vicente fallecieron en la infancia.

En 1973 llego a los Estados Unidos donde paso a ser abuela. Por más de 20 años recibía nietos por la mañana, los mandaba a la escuela y por la tarde los recogía. En una época llego a cuidar 8 nietos a la vez. ¡Cuido a sus nietos hasta que ya no pudo!

Doña Antonia, ha dejado un legado de mucho trabajo, voluntad, humildad, y también de Fe en Dios. Ella y su esposo dejaron más de 30 ahijados de bautismo. Le tuvo devoción a la Virgen del Carmen y a la Virgen de Guadalupe. A diario oraba y se encomendaba a Dios. Quizás, por eso siempre encontró fuerzas para enfrentar los reveses y las tragedias de la vida. Dios sabe lo que hace y Dios no deja perder las almas, nos decía. Al final, cuando su cuerpo ya no podía más, no pidió atención médica, pidió que se hiciera la voluntad de Dios. El Domingo 8 de junio, domingo de pentecostés, por la mañana paso a descansar.

La sobreviven sus hijos: Francisca, Rogelio, Dagoberto, Maria del Socorro, Julio, Maria del Rosario, Eloisa y Jose Gabriel. Sus hermanos: Juan, Leonor, Y Juanita.

Además, 38 nietos, 46 bisnietos y 4 tataranietos. La sobreviven también sus cuñadas: Guadalupe Quintero, Elpidia Orozco, Maria de Jesus, Piedad y Valeria Medina. Sus cuñados Ruben Machuca y Pedro Zamarron. Decenas de sobrinas, muchos ahijados y sus compadres también sienten su partida. ¡Todos nos unimos en pedir que descanse en paz su alma!