Graciela was born on December 16, 1942 to parents Mercedes Cantu and Gregoria Rios.
She is preceded in death by both her parents, and her beloved spouse Francisco Villarreal.
Graciela is survived by her children, Aurora Caudillo (Luis), Francisco Villarreal Jr. (Almira), Efrain Villarreal (Aracely), Maricela Pecina (Ramon) and Ercilia Garcia (Arturo); grandchildren, Heriberto, Amanda, Arikka, Belinda, Marcus (Amanda), Andrew (Pamela), Ashley, Aaron, Arturo, Chris and Anthony; great grandchildren, Rudolfo, Katie, Rylee and Jameson.
Graciela kept a beautiful home for her family. She enjoyed sewing, gardening and bird watching. Graciela always had a home cooked meal ready for anyone that entered her home. Some of her famous dishes were her homemade tamales and menudo.
Graciela will be greatly missed by many family and friends.
