Olga Guadalupe Quiroga Campos

Olga was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend to many. As the oldest of six children, she experienced hardship early in life after losing her mother, Tomasita Galvan, at a young age. Those difficult years taught her strength, resilience, and the importance of caring for family—lessons she carried with her throughout her life.

Her Catholic faith was the foundation of who she was. Olga lived a life devoted to God, Jesus Christ, the Virgin Mary, and the Holy Spirit. Praying the rosary every night on her knees before bed was a sacred ritual she remained faithful to until the very end. She made sure her children attended church regularly and passed on the values of faith, love, and devotion to her family.

As a young woman, Olga worked on her family’s farm before later working at Cigarrera La Moderna in Monterrey, Nuevo León, where she met her husband, Francisco Guadalupe Campos. Together, they moved to Chicago, Illinois, where they began their family and welcomed three daughters while working in restaurants.

In 1968, Olga and Francisco made Houston, Texas their home. There, she built a strong foundation centered on faith, family, and friendship. One of the first things she did after arriving in Houston was find a church home at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church on Navigation Boulevard, where she worshipped for many years. In Houston, the family continued to grow with the birth of their son.

Olga worked many jobs throughout her life, always doing whatever was necessary to provide for her family. She first worked at a restaurant owned by relatives on her mother’s side of the family. During the 1970s, she worked at Houston’s only Spanish-speaking drive-in on Jensen Drive called “The Epson,” a job she especially loved because her children could accompany her every night, enjoying the free daycare, entertainment, and concessions. She also worked for the City of Houston at George Bush Intercontinental Airport, served as a cook for Aldine ISD, and worked at Church’s Chicken. Before retiring, Olga became well known for her famously delicious tamales, which she lovingly referred to as her “casino money.”

Olga loved traveling and especially enjoyed visiting casinos, particularly in Las Vegas, often taking advantage of her flight benefits to explore new places.

More than anything, Olga cherished her family. Her homemade flour tortillas and tamales became treasured memories for her grandchildren. She would have them line up single file as she spread butter on each fresh tortilla, rolled it up, and handed it to them before they happily returned to the back of the line for another. The cycle continued until either the children were full or she ran out of dough.

She lovingly rocked every grandchild to sleep while singing Spanish lullabies, especially when they were sick or needed comfort. When Olga looked at her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, the love in her eyes was unmistakable. She treasured each one deeply and made every person around her feel cared for, welcomed, and loved.

Olga was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Francisco Guadalupe Campos; her parents, Tomasita Galvan, José Ángel Quiroga, and Luz Maria Perez; her brothers, Carlos D. Quiroga Galvan and José Gerardo Quiroga Perez; her sister, Bertha Quiroga Galván Ramírez; her son-in-law, Adeo Garcia; her grandchild, Paul J. Martinez; her great-grandchild, PaulLena Faith; and many cherished family members and friends.

Olga is survived by her children: Luz Maria E. Campos Martinez and husband John L. Martinez; Cristella O. Campos Corpus and husband Armando Corpus; Yolanda G. Campos Garcia; and Jose M. Campos and wife Michelle F. Campos.

She also leaves behind her beloved grandchildren: Alfred Martinez and wife Laura M. G. Martinez; Francisco J. Martinez and wife Patricia M. Martinez; Steven A. Martinez and wife R. Victoria D. Martinez; Joe Angel Corpus and Luis Moreno; Joshua Garcia and wife Nancy Garcia; Jessica A. Martinez and James Davis; A. Carson Corpus; Adeo Garcia and girlfriend Duyen N. Nguyen; A. Victoria Corpus; Isaac Garcia and wife Ayumi Garcia; and Sumiko Campos.

Olga was also blessed with many great-grandchildren: Donovan R. Sandoval and Lily Medina, Dante J. Sandoval, P. Alonzo Sandoval, Alejandro Sandoval, Fernando X. Sandoval, Ronnie J. Ansiso, Francisco J. Martinez Jr., O. Jeron “Jesse” Carranza, Moises N. Vallejo, Victoria A. Gonzalez, Isaiah Garcia, Steven A. Martinez, Leandra S. Martinez, Griffin I. Martinez, Mila Garcia, Isla Garcia, Kai D. Snow, Ellea V. Garcia, Amria H. Campos Snow, and Moa H. Garcia.

She is further survived by her sisters, Rosa Maria Gonzalez Quiroga and Anna Maria Quiroga, along with an abundance of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family members, and dear friends whose lives were touched by her love and kindness.

Olga’s strength, faith, generosity, and unconditional love leave behind a legacy that will live on through the many lives she touched.

To Olga Quiroga Galvan Campos, the Angel of my Life

I'm thankful my God, for the mother you have given me. Through you, with her, I received life. To the Angel of my life, you have given me an extraordinary life. I love you with all my existence. I thank the Heavens for you. - Jose Campos

Mom is a selfless, caring, faithful woman who always put the needs of her family and friends above her own. She was protective for those who couldn't protect themselves. Cristella Corpus

A Tribute to My Mom

As your oldest daughter, and the countless tasks you gave me to carry on in your absence, I seen you at your lowest, highest, saddest, happiest, weakest, trials and tribulations, non-stop perseverance, and you never lost your faith in every moment of your breath. You taught me to grow in faith, persevere in all my challenges. of all life lessons you taught me, was to never give up and always place God in my life. That is the ultimate gift a parent can give to their child. Thank you mother for all your sacrifices, love, and prayers that have brought me to today. Please rest in peace and know that your job as a mom is complete. You are remembered. Luz Maria Ester Campos Martinez