We are sad to announce that on November 3, 2024 we had to say goodbye to Ernestina Puente of Harlingen, Texas. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Frederico Puente (Soila Saenz-Villafranca) and Francisco T. Puente; her husband Frank Puente, Sr.; and her siblings, Armando Villafranca, Irene Escobedo and Rosa Perez.

She is survived by: her children, Frank Puente Jr. (Rita Garza), Cynthia Thompson (Doug), Rose Mary Slagle (Dan), Edward Puente (Laura), Diana Resendez (Tito), Marco Puente (April) and Gabriel Puente (Karla); and her siblings, Juan Villafranca, Elva Villalon, Irma Contreras and Jorge Villafranca.

Visitation was held on Friday, November 8th 2024 from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Rudy Garza Funeral Home - Harlingen (1702 E Harrison Ave, Harlingen, TX 78550). A rosary was held on Friday, November 8th 2024 at 7:00 PM at the same location. A celebration of life was held on Saturday, November 9th 2024 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Cultural Arts Center (576 76 Dr, Harlingen, TX 78550).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Rudy Garza Funeral Homes