Margarita M Munoz

Born in Lajitas, Texas, she always lived life to the fullest. She left the second grade to help support her family, and was the fourth child of her six siblings and had a twin. In her early youth she learned how to raise and care for livestock, and learned to work with what she had from the land. She grew up in Lajitas, Texas, which at the time was a simple pioneer settlement, living off the land. After teaching herself to read and write in both English and Spanish, she lived a life full of laughter and happiness. From cooking delicious meals for her family and friends, to sewing clothing for the children of her family and always making sure everyone had enough to eat. She was an avid bingo player at one time, and played softball for the St. Joseph’s lady’s church team, and was well known for her sense of humor. She met the love of her life, Jose E. Munoz, when she was 18 at a dance but did not see him for a long time after, as he left for the war. After his return they began dating in 1946 and later married on December 27, 1947 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Alpine Texas. Through this beautiful union they were blessed with 6 children. Mage loved working on different sewing projects, from making her famous baby blankets for her grandchildren to making dresses for the younger children in the family. Her favorite meal to make and enjoy was chile con carne and asaderos. In her later years she always had stories to tell of her youth, from her time with her siblings in the mountains, to her recipes for the most delicious foods. Her favorite tv show to watch was Gunsmoke, and was known to tell real life stories of cowboys and life on a ranch, she lovingly referred to the show as “Gunsmoke” and relived her youth through the show. She was a lover of animals, from raising baby lambs, chickens, birds, and dogs; and she loved each and every one.

She is joined in heaven by her father; Juan S. Miranda, mother; Felicitas Alvarado Miranda, firstborn son; Flavio, sisters; Aubina Portillo, Concepcion Sanchez, brother; Gilberto Miranda, sisters; Petra Baca, Rita Munoz, brother; Juanito Miranda Jr., Husband; Jose E. Munoz, son-in-law; Ray Rodriquez Jr.

She leaves behind to celebrate her life: Daughters, Elida Rodriquez (☩ husband Ray Rodriquez) of Odessa; Maria Elva Munoz of Odessa; Linda Huertas and husband Freddy Huertas of Odessa; Ester Pineda and husband Daniel Pineda of Grand Junction, Colorado; Sons, Jose Munoz Jr. and wife Elvia Munoz of Odessa; Joel Munoz and wife Susan Munoz of Odessa; beloved fur babies King and Muñeco (Pichi); 12 grandchildren, 36 great- grandchildren, and 22 great-great- grandchildren.

Pallbearers: Willie Balerio Jr. , Teddy Balerio, Daniel Pineda Jr. , Dustin Pineda, Derick Pineda, Freddy Huertas Jr. , Marc Huertas, Joe Garcia

The family would like to thank everyone for your condolences, flowers, food and continued prayers. We would also like to express our gratitude to the wonderful doctors and nurses at the Cancer Center, the Hurt Exterminating Company and extended family, Manuel Hernandez and family.

Mage was a fighter and loving individual with a beautiful soul that loved her family unconditionally, she will be greatly missed. Visitation will be held on February 25, 2025 at 1:00 pm at Odessa Funeral Home , 1700 North Jackson, Odessa, TX. Rosary will be held on February 25, 2025 at 7:00 pm at Odessa Funeral Home , 1700 North Jackson, Odessa, TX.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated on February 26, 2025