Theresa L. Perez

Theresa de Jesus Lozano Perez, age 83, passed away to be with her Lord peacefully at home with family by her side on, August 23, 2015. She was born on October 15, 1931 to Henry and Cleofas Lozano, in Corpus Christi, Texas. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother, Henry Lozano, Jr.; sisters, Agnes Horn and Ann Holybee. She leaves behind her husband of 62 years, Albert P. Perez; five children, Margarett Perez, Albert M. Perez (Anna), Margott Perez Colmenero, Marjorie Carla Perez Garcia (Jose), Marc A. Perez (Debbie); sister Yolanda Lozano; brothers, Esteban and Reynaldo (Rosa) Lozano; sister-in-law Anita Lozano; grandchildren, Celeste Perez, Theresa de Jesus “T.J.” Perez, Albert Perez Jr., Jordan Garcia, Roger Garcia, Vanessa Garcia, Isaac Colmenero, Jacob Colmenero, Joseph Colmenero, Brigett Theresa Colmenero, Ruth Colmenero, Hector R. Garcia, James Dolan and Kristin de la Paz; great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and other family members. Old friends will remember her as “Nayoka” an early strong female comic book character. In 1977 she received Christ as her savior; the great highlight of her life was a visit to the Holy Land. She became a member of Women’s Aglow and donated her time and God given talents. She prayed daily for family and friends. In her last days in the hospital, she brought someone to Christ. Hobbies included cake decorating, corsage making, drawing and shopping. Theresa was also distinguished by her bright white hair, which would be complimented and touched by strangers. When dressed in holiday red, she was often approached by children. They were told she was undercover for Santa. Dressing up as Mrs. Santa for the children of Greenwood Library, brought her much joy. Not to be missed were Spanish telenovelas, “Laura” and “Casos Cerrados”. Every rhinestone and sequin had her name. All things bright and shiny made her smile. “I missed you my doctor” was always said to Dr. F. Robb Sherron. She looked forward to her “date” with the doctor. The family thank him and his staff for the compassionate care given to our mother. She will be dearly missed by all who survive her. Visitation will be held at Cage-Mills Funeral Directors on Wednesday, August 26, 2015 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with Holy Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. that same evening. Funeral Service will be celebrated at Corpus Christi Christian Fellowship on Thursday, August 27, 2015 please call 361-854-3282 for scheduled time. Burial will follow at Memory Gardens Cemetery.