Socorro Maria Reynoso

It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce the passing of Socorro Maria Reynoso, a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. She passed away peacefully on July 6, 2025, in the comfort of her home, where she lived for nearly 50 years—surrounded by her four children and extended family, including nearly all of her beloved grandchildren.

Born on February 18, 1937, in Culiacán, Sinaloa, Mexico, Socorro was the cherished daughter of Leopoldo Amador Petriz and Elisa Valdez Amador. She was raised in three special places in Mexico: Tachinolpa, Sinaloa, Culiacán, Sinaloa, and Guadalajara, Jalisco—each shaping her resilient and deeply faithful spirit.

Socorro immigrated to the United States after marrying the love of her life, Luis Reynoso Villegas, with whom she shared over 32 years of marriage until his passing. Together, they built a home rooted in love, faith, and tradition.

She was a proud naturalized American citizen who embraced her adopted country while holding tightly to her Mexican roots and Catholic faith. A longtime parishioner of St. Mary of Carmel Catholic Church, she was active in her community and a dedicated member of Las Guadalupanas, a religious society devoted to the Virgin of Guadalupe.

Her greatest joy was her family. She devoted her entire life to raising her children with love, discipline, and unshakable faith. Her strength was quiet yet powerful, her words full of wisdom, and her actions always guided by compassion. Socorro had a special way of making everyone feel loved, and her warm smile displayed kindness that most people did not easily forget. If you were fortunate enough to have known her, you would know she was unique.

She was also a wonderful cook who always did her best to provide her family with clean, homecooked meals growing up. She worked very sparingly outside the home so she could stay home and care for us. She sacrificed her own ambitions for our welfare, giving of herself completely to ensure we had the foundation and support we needed.

She is survived by her four children:

• Ylda Elisa Franzak and spouse Dionizio Cezar Franzak

• Armando Reynoso Sr. and spouse Lucia E. Reynoso

• Mauricio Reynoso and spouse Victoria V. Reynoso

• Lucia A. Reynoso

She also leaves behind 11 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, and her beloved sister, Venicia Amador Valdez. Despite their geographical distance, they remained extremely close. Both were very fond of Facebook and were quite active online; Messenger was their favorite way to stay connected, with daily messages and voice recordings shared back and forth.

She was preceded in death by her parents and three brothers: Manuel, Jesús, and Rafael Amador Valdez.

A woman of incredible moral courage, Socorro was never afraid to do what was right. One story that lives on in our memories is from a family trip to Mexico during her children’s youth. A bus driver showed up clearly intoxicated. While everyone else stayed silent in fear, Socorro stood up and declared, “Someone has to do something about this! This man cannot be allowed to drive this bus—my kids are on board!” Her bravery led to action, and the driver was removed—likely saving lives that day. That was our mother: brave, unwavering, and always protective.

Though she lived in the U.S. for over 60 years, she never quite mastered the English language—and that made her unique phrases even more beloved. Her “limited English” was filled with charm and humor, and her grandchildren especially will always remember her favorite sayings like:

• “Five minutes to go” when she was almost ready

• “I love you too muchy” to express her deep affection

• And her unforgettable version of the birthday song, “An’ a help you to you!”, which will forever echo through our family celebrations

These small expressions are treasures now, symbols of her essence: sweet, devoted, and uniquely hers.

Her very last days were spent in prayer, and every time her eyes opened from a long nap, she spoke of her love for her family and for God our Father. So although our hearts are broken and the days seem a little less bright, we know she would have preferred that we trust in God more than in our grief. And although we are shaken by her absence, what’s most needed is prayer and surrendering mercifully to God's will.

Rather than say goodbye, we choose her words instead—

“Five minutes to go… Until the next time we meet.

“We love you too muchy.” Linda Madrecita nuestra.

A visitation for Socorro will be held Monday, July 14, 2025 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Gonzalez Funeral Home, 3050 N STEMMONS FWY, DALLAS, TX 75247. A mass of christian burial will occur Tuesday, July 15, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at St Mary of Carmel Church, 2900 Vilbig Rd, Dallas, TX 75212. An interment will occur Tuesday, July 15, 2025 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at Calvary Hill Funeral Home & Cemetery, 3235 Lombardy Ln, Dallas, TX 75220.

Socorro will be laid to rest in Calvary Hill Cemetery, 3235 Lombardy Ln, Dallas, TX 75220-3338; MAIN MAUSOLEUM; Section: PATIO B, Tier: D, Crypt: 29.