Juanita R. Ornelas Obituary
The world bids farewell to Juanita R. Ornelas of Lockhart, Texas, born in San Antonio, Texas, departing on January 24, 2025 at the age of 87. Juanita leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Juanita R. Ornelas or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
Though her name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Juanita leaves upon the hearts of her loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of her spirit and the richness of her legacy.
She was predeceased by: her daughter Margaret "Margie" Ornelas Torrez; her parents, Arnulfo Rodriguez and Juanita Rodriguez; and her sisters, Maria Elena and Laura Isabel Rodriguez.
She is survived by: her husband Raul Ornelas; and her children, Raul "Roy" Ornelas, Jr. (Linda), Debra Alford (Gus) and Rachel Gonzales (Ricardo). She is also survived by 21 grandchildren, 43 great grandchildren, and 11 great-great grandchildren.
A reception will be held on Tuesday, February 4th 2025 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at 1323 S Colorado St, Lockhart, TX 78644. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 4th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Thomason Funeral Home - Lockhart (2220 S Colorado St, Lockhart, TX 78644). A burial will be held on Tuesday, February 11th 2025 at 10:15 AM at the Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery (1520 Harry Wurzbach Rd, San Antonio, TX 78209).
