Felipa C. Camarillo
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Felipa C. Camarillo, age 88, was called home by her Lord Jesus on July 26, 2024, in San Antonio, Texas. Born on February 23, 1936, in Gonzales, Texas, to Isabel and Elena Contreras, Felipa was the devoted wife of Jesse F. Camarillo, her beloved husband of 60 years, who preceded her in death in 2013. She lived a life filled with love, faith, and service, dedicating many years to the Texas WIC Program in Victoria, Texas, where she found joy in serving her community, especially mothers and children. Her servant heart was also evident in her role as a Catholic doctrine teacher in Gonzales, Victoria, and San Antonio Texas, a leader and volunteer for the Brownie-Girl Scouts, and active member of the Guadalupana Society.
Felipa's kindness and love touched many lives as a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Affectionately known as "P?rre" to her family and "Felipita" to her friends, her captivating storytelling brought joy and laughter to many. Her unwavering faith in God was central to her life, and her spirituality, wisdom, and teachings left an indelible mark on family and friends. Her legacy of faith, love, and service will be remembered by all.
She is survived by her sister Angela Garcia, sister Isabel (Carlos) Sandoval, brother Ray (Nancy) Contreras, and brother Florencio (Josie) Contreras, as well as her children: Jacob (Carol) Camarillo, Carl (Kim) Camarillo, Victor (Rebecca) Camarillo, August Camarillo, and Angela Camarillo; nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and many beloved nieces and nephews.
Visitation services will be held on Friday, August 2, 2024, at Seydler Funeral Home in Gonzales, Texas, from 5-7pm and a rosary following at 7 pm, the funeral mass on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at Sacred Heart Church at 10 am, interment will follow at St. James Catholic Cemetery.
Friends may leave their condolences to the family by visiting www.seydlerhillfuneralhome.com.
Services are under the care and direction of Seydler-Hill Funeral Home, Gonzales, TX.