Rebecca Michele Medina was born on September 15, 1955, in San Antonio, Texas, and passed away on October 30, 2026, in San Antonio, Texas. She will be lovingly remembered by her family and all those whose lives she touched.
She was an avid learner with a continued thirst for knowledge. Her dedication to teaching and helping children learn was reflected in her hard work and accomplishments, earning two bachelor's degrees and two master's degrees. She also owned her own teaching business and even wrote children's books, which she purchased and used in her classrooms.
When she wasn't working, she enjoyed the simple things that made life special. She loved listening to oldies music, spending time with her family, and especially being with her grandchildren. Holidays were a big deal to her. She loved decorating, celebrating, and keeping family traditions alive. She was also known for her baking, making homemade breads and sweets, and making sure every birthday came with a homemade cake. It was one of the many ways she showed her love for her family.
She took pride in the traditions she created and the memories she made with the people she loved. Those little things are what her family will remember and cherish.
Rebecca is survived by her daughters Valerie M. Godina (Eduardo T. Godina), Veronica Yvonne Medina-Ramirez, and Vanessa Lynn Medina (Arthur Ramos); son, Mike Medina II; grandchildren, Julian E. Godina, Gabriella E. Godina (Brandon Davis), Lilianna E. Godina, Michael G. Medina, Alfonso Ramirez, Jr., Abelia Rane Ramos, Alizé E. Ortiz, and Ariel Love Ortiz. Great-Grandchild, Kaliyah Grace Davis; siblings, Victor Menchaca (Carol Menchaca), Eloise Ortiz, Esther Sandoval, Ruth Tellez; nephew, Anthony Menchaca; as well as many other nephews, nieces, god-children and extended family.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Mike L. Medina, and parents, Victor and Abelia Menchaca.
A visitation will take place from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, on Friday, November 20, at Porter Loring Mortuary West, with a funeral service beginning at 12:00 PM.
A procession will begin at 1:00 PM, on Friday, November 20, from Porter Loring Mortuary to Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, with the committal service beginning at 2:00 PM.
