She is preceded in death by her adoring husband of 57 years Juan Lopez Gutierrez, their daughter Francisca “Frances” Gutierrez Reyes Ruedo, her sister Virginia Velasquez Garcia, and her brothers Felipe Velasquez, Jose Velasquez, and Loreto Velasquez.
Celsa L. Gutiérrez was born on August 27, 1931 in San Diego, Texas to Jose and Francisca Velasquez. She was adopted and raised by Sabas and Virginia Longoria after her parents passing. In 1945, she married the love of her life Juan and together they raised four strong, beautiful daughters Dora, Frances, Diana, and Delia.
Known to those who loved her best as Mom or Wella, Celsa was a devoted, loving mother to her girls and a doting grandmother to all of her grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great-grandchildren. Celsa was a selfless wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She had many pastimes but her all-time favorite hobby was listening to all kinds of music and dancing with volume turned up. It was known for her to throw a fit here and there. Especially when Robert would start his fights. That's when Celsa would get started with all those quick comebacks. She had a fiery, quick wit and she always spoke her mind; strengths that she carried with her to her final days and ones that live on in all of her loved ones.
She had a warm, welcoming spirit and a way of making all of her loved ones feel uniquely special. She wanted the best for all of her children and grandchildren and she worked tirelessly to provide opportunities for them and encouraged them to chase their dreams. She was always there to laugh, listen, advise, pray or provide a shoulder to cry on. She was deeply devoted to her faith and covered her family in prayers, protecting them throughout their lives. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
Celsa lived a long, happy life by indulging in her favorite pastimes and would start her days with a cup of coffee, fluffy pajamas, and a cozy blanket...or two. Her hobbies also included spending time with her family, listening to her music loudly and dancing, drinking coffee, enjoying sweets, completing crossword puzzles, enjoying Netflix and watching football. We can't forget the countless meals she shared with Marcelo Godinez, and the time they spent watching UFC. Celsa loved her Cowboys. She never missed a game and her family wisely knew not to disturb her when they were playing. She perfected the art of relaxation while spending time with her family. Her daughter, Delia will always remember how her dear mother, enjoy her cooking and their late night snacks.
Left to cherish her memory are Celsa and Juan’s daughters Dora Cantu (Raul), Diana Cantu (Raul Jr.), Delia Gutierrez (Robert Cruz), twelve grandchildren: Israel Cantu (Michelle), Dori Caprio (Hector), Johnny Cantu, J.R. Cantu, Debra Warren (Reginald), Yvonne Lewis (Jason), Rogelio Reyes (Veronica), Dr. Christopher Reyes (Zava), Raul Cantu III (Alma), Robert “Bobby” Cantu, Amy Sanchez, and April Barrera, twenty-seven great-grandchildren, seven great-great-grandchildren and countless nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, cousins, friends, and neighbors.
The family would like to give a special thanks to Del Cielo Hospice and the staff that took care of their beloved mother/grandmother.
A visitation for Celsa will be held Friday, September 22, 2023 from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, with a prayer service at 6:30 PM. Her inurnment is scheduled to follow at a later date in San Diego, Texas.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.FunerariaDelAngelcheyenne.com (http://www.funerariadelangelcheyenne.com/) for the Gutierrez family.
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