She is preceded in death by her husband Blas Galvan, brother Juan Reyes, niece Yvonne Vela and Parents Daniel and Santos Reyes. She is survived by her children Heriberto Galvan ( Sylvia), Jeannette Galvan Guerrero (Antonio), Israel, Lilian, Rene, and Stephen. She had 17 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her loving Sister San Juanita Vela and brother Jorge Reyes.
Rafaela was born on August 20. 1942. She was very hardworking at an early age and overcame anything life through at her including cancer. She loved family gatherings, playing Chalupa, baking, Christmas, and the color green. Her granddaughter describes her love as warm and gentle filled with sweet memories.
"My grandma's strength and love most of all has taught us not to ever be afraid, but that we can get through anything even this."
A visitation for Rafaela will be held Monday, December 26, 2022 from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM at Heavenly Grace Funeral Home, 26873 N. White Ranch Road, La Feria, Texas 78559. A eulogy will occur Monday, December 26, 2022 at 7:00 PM. A funeral mass will occur Tuesday, December 27, 2022 at 10:00 AM at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Mercedes, TX. A burial will occur Tuesday, December 27, 2022 at 11:00 AM.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.heavenlygracergv.com for the Galvan family.
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