Sonia was born in Brownsville, Texas on January 6, 1941 where she spent her childhood and young adulthood. She later moved to Houston after her marriage to Robert Villarreal where they made their home and raised their children.
Sonia was a lifetime member of St. Matthew the Evangelist Catholic Church where she participated in the 50+ Club. She was an avid reader and loved gardening and sewing. She also enjoyed being a reading volunteer at local elementary schools. Sonia’s greatest joy was spending time with her children and grandchildren.
She is survived by her husband Robert Villarreal; her children Sandra (Greg) Wrobleske and Jim (Angie) Villarreal; her grandchildren Jordan, Hunter and
Jimmy Jr. She is also survived by several brothers and sisters; Gloria, Dora, Lino Jr., Israel, and Ezequiel. along with countless nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents Lino K. Garcia and Maria C. Garcia; brothers Raul and Jose; sisters Olga and Mela.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at Earthman Resthaven Funeral Home with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 AM, Thursday, June 11, 2015 at St. Matthew Evangelist Catholic Church, 9915 Hollister Rd., Houston, Texas 77040. Rite of Committal will following at Earthman Resthaven Cemetery.
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