Our Lord called home Irma Esparza Sandate, age 69, of Corpus Christi, Texas passed away on Sunday, May 12, 2024, after a sudden illness. She was born on February 25, 1955, in Corpus Christi, TX, to Concepcion Esparza and Felipa De Leon Esparza.
Eleven months ago, Irma lost her husband and soulmate Jesse, who she now joins, along with her parents Concepcion Esparza and Felipa Esparza Preceded in death by her Siblings: Israel Esparza, Sylvia Moncevalles, Josefina Davila, Maria Martinez, Yolanda Esparza Margarita Esparza Guzman, and
Jose Esparza; Godson, A.J. Flores;
Survived Siblings: Rafael Esparza(spouse Josefa Esparza) Lydia Blank, Angelita Davila, Olivia Curiel, Jimmy Esparza(Spouse Diana Esparza) and Veronica Esparza and multiple nieces and nephews
Irma graduated from West Oso High School and worked for Oxy Oil & Gas in Houston, Texas, until her retirement.
Irma will be forever remembered for her love of family. Irma leaves behind two loving sons, Jason Sandate and Javier (Annie) Sandate. Irma is also survived by (immediate family).
Irma was protective and devoted. She went the extra mile to ensure her extended family was loved and supported. Irma also leaves behind two unofficially adopted nephews Gilbert Carrillo and Julian Carrillo and her godchildren Celeste Carrillo, A.J. Flores (affectionately called Papoose by her soulmate Jesse) and Stefani Sapaugh.
Irma will also be remembered for sharing her love of sports with others. Irma was an avid fan of the Dallas Cowboys and Houston Astros and looked forward to gatherings with her family and friends. Irma particularly looked forward to watching Cowboys and Astros games with her sons Jason and Javier. Irma and Jesse were also passionate members of DCFH (Dallas Cowboys Fans Houston) for ten years. And DCF361 group here in Corpus Christi for 3 years
Her family and friends are invited to share memories of Irma.
A visitation for Irma will be held Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 3:00 PM at Funeraria del Angel Corpus Christi, 549 Cheyenne St, Corpus Christi, Texas 78405, followed by a holy rosary and chapel service at 7:00 PM.
Services are entrusted to Funeraria Del Angel Cheyenne, 549 Cheyenne Street, Corpus Christi, TX 78405.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.FunerariaDelAngelcheyenne.com for the Sandate family.
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