Dolores V Gamboa

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Richard C Gamboa; grandson Ignacio Richard Cantu, her parents, Dionicia, and Enrique Valdez; her sisters, Sarah Pedraza, Eloisa Celestino, Juanita Torres, Angelita Alfaro, and Leonor Navarro; and her brothers, Jose Maria Valdez and Jose Angel Valdez.

She is survived by her loving children son Ricardo Gamboa (Beatriz) and children, Lorenzo Gamboa, Bridget Rogerio, Marissa Ramirez, Dolores Gamboa; Son Armando V. Gamboa (Sandra) and their children, Alexis Degollado and Isaiah Gamboa; daughter Dolores G. Cantu (John) and their children, John Robert Cantu, Kristy Lynn Cantu, and Kimberly Lynn Davis; daughter Candy Gamboa-Laque (Sophia), daughter Antonia Alfaro (Jarrod) and her children Stephanie Mahan and Matthew Alfaro; and daughter Martina V. Morales (Thomas) and their son, Wolff Morales. She is also survived by fifteen great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews and many other family members and friends she will deeply be missed.

Our Mother Dolores will be remembered for her unwavering love, strength, faith, and devotion to her family. Her legacy lives on through her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and all those whose lives she touched. Our mother was a woman of deep faith who cherished her relationship with God. She was a devoted prayer warrior who faithfully prayed for her children, grandchildren, and loved ones every day. She was also known for her work ethic and she along with our father invested in property creating opportunities and building something lasting for her family, teaching her family the values of dedication, perseverance, and responsibility through her example.

Our mother was a devoted and loving parent who created countless cherished memories for her family. She filled our lives with joy through family trips to the coast, evenings at the drive-in theater, attending the Battle of Flowers Parade, and cheering on her children at their sporting events. She enjoyed taking on DIY projects around the home and exploring flea markets in search of unique treasures. More than that, she was a friend to everyone she met. She had a compassionate heart and never hesitated to stand up for others, even complete strangers, whenever she believed an injustice had occurred.

Her kindness, strength, and support left a lasting impact on all who knew her. In her later years she enjoyed watching Western movies, especially those starring one of her favorite actors, John Wayne. She was a true foodie and enjoyed good food and loved her house plants. Above all, our mother was her family's fiercest protector and greatest advocate. She stood by her loved ones through every triumph and hardship, always offering support, encouragement, and unconditional love. Her strength, faith, and devotion to her family will be remembered and treasured forever. Though she will be deeply missed, she will be forever loved, cherished, and remembered.

Visitation will be held at Funeraria Del Angel Trevino Funeral Home, 226 Cupples Road, San Antonio, TX 78237, US, on November 8, 2026, from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm, with the Rosary at the same location on November 8, 2026, from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

A Funeral Mass will be held at St Leonard Catholic Church, 8510 S Zarzamora St, San Antonio, TX 78224, US, on November 9, 2026, from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm, followed by Committal at San Jose Burial Park, 8235 Mission Rd, San Antonio, TX 78214, US, on November 9, 2026, from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm.