Aida met her husband, Earl, when he was assigned to the Naval Air Station - Corpus Christi. They were married at St. Theresa’s Catholic Church on June 6, 1950 in Corpus Christi.
After their youngest child entered first grade, Aida returned to work at the City of Corpus Christi Building Division where she worked prior to marrying Earl. She retired in 1980 and spent time with her grandchildren as well as pursuing her artistic interest in oil painting becoming an accomplished artist. Many of her works are displayed in the homes of family and friends. She also traveled nationally and abroad and treasured those experiences.
Aida set a wonderful example for her children and grandchildren through her strong work ethic, her partnership with Earl, and her stewardship of God-given resources. She had great love and affection for her extended family, showing devotion to her aunts and uncles and loving her cousins as if they were her siblings. She especially loved her role as grandmother, always eager to entertain and prepare meals for her grandchildren.
After 52 years of marriage, Earl died on April 20, 2003 after which Aida continued to live in Corpus Christi until 2011 when she moved to Plano, Texas, to be closer to her daughters.
Aida was gregarious and loved parties, conversation, and the company of her many friends. After moving to independent living at The Conservatory in Plano, she quickly made many dear friends and was always busy with parties, games and excursions. She came to be a favorite resident among the staff. She lived happily independently until the age of 99 when she moved to The Cottages at Chapel Creek in Frisco, Texas.
In addition to her husband, Aida was also preceded in death by her beloved parents and brother, Gabriel L. Llanas.
She is survived by her 2 daughters, Earlene (Jeff) Caldwell of Frisco, Texas, and Charmaine Smith of McKinney, Texas, and by her son Burton (Anna) Smith of Dinero, Texas. She is also survived by her 4 grandchildren, Byron (Cara) Smith of Corpus Christi, Texas, Amanda (Andrew) Tarr of Boston, Massachusetts, Stacey (Beau) Reynolds of Frisco, Texas, and Andrea (Rogan) Giles of Austin, Texas and 6 great grandchildren.
Thanks to the staff at The Cottages at Chapel Creek for their loving care for Aida over the last year as well as to Three Oaks Hospice during her last weeks.
A private internment service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the charity of one’s choice.
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