Mary Lou was preceded in death by her parents, Feliciano and Maria Garza; and 2 sisters, Maria E. Garcia and Lenora Barnes. She is survived by her beloved husband, Edward Herrera; Her children, George Paniagua (Jim), Johnny Paniagua (Gloria), Eloy Herrera (Nora), Lee Herrera (Stephanie); grandchildren, Johnny Paniagua Jr., Jamie Paniagua, Tiffany Paniagua, Victor E. Herrera, Vincent M. Herrera, Andrew A. Herrera, Stevie L. Herrera; 8 great-grandchildren; numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and many loving friends.