December 8, 1940 – October 21, 2026
Orfelina “Joyce” Velazquez was born on December 8, 1940, in Placedo, Texas. She passed away on October 21, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of faith, love, and devoted service to her family, and her church.
Joyce was a loving mother, grandmother, and faithful servant of God who dedicated much of her life to ministry and service alongside her beloved husband, Reverend Henoch Velazquez, who served in ministry for 29 years in the Rio Grande Conference of the United Methodist Church. Together, they shared a deep commitment to their faith and to serving others through ministry.
In addition, Joyce worked for the Southwest Texas Conference of the United Methodist Church for 25 years. After retiring, she treasured the opportunity to spend more time with her grandchildren, who brought her great joy and happiness. Her dedication to her faith and her love for her family were defining parts of her life, and the memories she created will forever be cherished by those who knew and loved her.
Joyce was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Reverend Henoch Velazquez; her son, Noah Velazquez; her parents, Roque and Dorotea Hernandez; and her siblings, Anita Gutierrez, Eusebia Hernandez, Jesus Hernandez, Miguel Hernandez, Benjamin Hernandez, and Emma Hernandez.
She is survived by her loving daughters, Noemi Trejo and Dina Vullo and sons in law Edward Trejo and Jim Vullo; her cherished grandchildren, Miranda Lowery, Paul Trejo, Vanessa Trejo, Josue Gonzalez, Chris Velazquez, Corey Vullo, and David Vullo; and 13 great-grandchildren, who will continue to carry forward her legacy of love and faith.
Orfelina “Joyce” Velazquez will be remembered for her unwavering faith, her years of dedicated service to the church, and the love she so generously shared with her family. Though she will be deeply missed, her legacy of faith, devotion, and service will live on in the hearts of her loved ones and all those whose lives she touched.
Visitation will be held at La Trinidad United Methodist Church, 300 San Fernando St, San Antonio, TX 78207, US, on November 7, 2026, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am, followed by a Funeral Service at the same location from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm.
A Committal Service will take place at Sunset Memorial Park, 1701 Austin Highway, San Antonio, TX 78218, US, on November 7, 2026, from 12:45 pm to 1:30 pm.
