Minnie Perez, 92, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, February 27, 2018 surrounded by her loved ones. She was born April 25, 1925 in Lockhart, Texas to Julio and Herlinda Lopez, the youngest of three children. Confident and full of life, Minnie loved being a nurse’s aid while her husband Joe served in the Army during World War II. She was the ultimate caregiver, never knowing a stranger.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Herlinda and Julio Lopez; brother, David Lopez; sister, Ramona Nieto; and her loving husband of 58 years, Joe G. Perez. She is survived by her only daughter, Linda Tidswell and husband, Martin; granddaughter, Vanessa Wodehouse and husband Jim; granddaughter, Sarah Padilla and husband Rich; great granddaughter, Josephine McCalla. In addition to her immediate family, Minnie adored her nieces and nephews and treated them all as if they were her own.
Minnie volunteered for Harris County Precinct Two for many years, and was proud to be head of her Neighborhood Watch. After the passing of her husband, Minnie spent her time attending the MD Anderson YMCA, quilting, and enjoying time with family, friends and neighbors, which brought her the greatest joy.
Services for Minnie L. Perez
Viewing to be held at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, 4918 Cochran Street, from 5:00 – 9:00 pm with Mass at 7:00 pm on Monday, March 5th.
Burial will take place at Houston National Cemetery, 10410 Veterans Memorial Drive, at 9:00 am on Tuesday, March 6th. Reception will follow in the Hall of St. Patrick’s.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Harris County Democratic Party.
