Petra M Deleon

Petra M Deleon, 98, was born on February 22, 1928, in Harlingen, and passed away on October 13, 2026. A lifelong resident of Harlingen, Texas, Petra will be remembered with deep respect and enduring gratitude for the steady, loving presence she was to all who knew her.

Petra’s life was defined by devotion to family and a quiet strength expressed in daily, selfless care. She showed love not through grand display, but through the consistent acts that made others feel safe and cherished—preparing meals, keeping a warm and welcoming home, and ensuring that everyone around her was cared for. Her home became a gathering place where laughter was shared, memories were made, and no one ever left hungry or uncertain of being loved. In these simple, faithful ways, Petra made each person feel seen, valued, and protected.

She was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great grandmother, and friend. Though sorrow accompanies her passing, her family remains grateful for the lessons she lived out—kindness, generosity, resilience, and unwavering love. Her legacy continues in the generations she nurtured and in the values she passed down.

Petra was preceded in death by her siblings Aurora, Goyo, Jose Guadalupe, and other loved ones of kin; her husband, Gil De leon; and her children Antonito, Amparito, and Luis Francisco Deleon, her grandchildren; Jacinto Jr, Marie, Margarita, and Gilbert Anthony Deleon.

She is survived by her living children and their spouses: Jacinto & Alicia De Leon; Angelita Montoya & Family; Esiquio Deleon & Family; Juan Jose & Pam Deleon; Jesus Deleon & Family; Rosita and Jose Luis Garcia; and Domingo and Corinna De Leon.With special appreciation, the family acknowledges her beloved caretaker great granddaughters, Crystal Serna and Family, and Amelia Lopez and Family.

The pallbearers will be; Anthony Pena Jr, Rainey Allen, Eloy Gutierrez, Elias Deleon, Makai Angel Dillingham, Jose Fidencio Deleon.

Visitation will be held at Heavenly Grace Funeral Home & Memorial Park, 26873 N. White Ranch Road, La Feria, Texas 78559, on October 18, 2026, from 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm. A Chapel Service & Rosary will take place on October 19, 2026, at 1:00 pm. Burial will follow at Restlawn Memorial Park, 14166 Business 83, La Feria, Texas 78559, US, on October 19, 2026, at 2:00 pm.

“Her children arise and call her blessed.” Proverbs 31:28

Forever in our hearts. 🕊️❤️✝️