Diana Astran Rodriguez

Diana attended school in San Antonio, TX where she grew up. She graduated from Fox Tech High School in 1979, and then attend St. Phillips Community College where she graduated with an Associate’s Degree. Diana moved to Arlington, TX in spring of 1988, where she started her career with Arlington ISD.

Diana worked for Arlington Independent School District for 27 years.She began at Webb ES in August 1993, where she served as a Teaching Assistant for ESL pullout, and as PTA President. She loved to be involved with in community activities such as fundraisers, carnivals, talent shows, and being in charge of the school supply drive. She always loved to have students, staff, and teachers involved in any activities as she was always on the move. Diana transferred to Goodman ES in August 2002, where she worked as a clerk and guidance tech. She loved serving people and always tried to find the answer and provide the best customer service. She transferred to Burgin ES in August 2011, worked as a clerk, where she made good friends and was eager to help teachers with any special classroom projects. Diana transferred to Bowie HS in 2013, as the translator/clerk. She loved her teacher friends, staff, office-aides who were seniors, and the school security officers. She often gave them a special goodie bag/treats for holidays or just because.

Diana was not only involved with the school district, but also served her community as she taught Catechist classes at St. Matthew Catholic Church for 25 years.

Diana was delighted with students and her daughter’s friends to stay young at heart, she would say. She loved being around family, friends, and teachers. She could be counted on for anything, and went out of her way to help others. When she knew you were going through a difficult time, she would write a special letter, which would always end with a bible verse.

Diana was a hardworking, loving, caring, and devoted employee of Arlington ISD for 27 years. Family, friends, and colleagues will truly miss her presence.

Diana is survived by her daughter, Angelica Barron and son-in-law Everarado Barron by cousins in San Antonio, TX and friends.

A visitation for Diana will be held Tuesday, February 9, 2021 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Moore Bowen Road Funeral Home, 4216 South Bowen Road, Arlington, TX 76016. A funeral service will occur Wednesday, February 10, 2021 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM, 4216 South Bowen Road, Arlington, TX 76016. A committal service will occur Friday, February 12, 2021 from 2:30 PM to 3:00 PM at Mission Park Burial South, 1700 S.E. Military Drive, San Antonio, TX 78214.

Serving as pallbearers are Everardo Barron, Abram Perez , Pablo De La Rosa , Frank Gomez , Armando Rodriguez and Blake Rogers .

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.moorebowenroad.com for the Astran Rodriguez family.