Irene C. Gomez, 76, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, October 20, 2010 at her residence in Edinburg, Texas. She was born on October 02, 1934 in Donna, Texas to Carlos Cantu and Nellie Handy.
Irene is survived by her husband of 55 years; Ocampo Gomez of Edinburg, daughters; Alma Gloria Gomez and Norma Irene Gomez of Edinburg, son; Rene Reymundo (Amy) Gomez of Tennessee, 2 brothers and 3 sisters; 7-grandchildren, and 5 great grandchildren.
Mrs. Gomez is preceded in death by her parents, 3 brothers and 3 sisters.
Irene worked for Tropical Texas at MHMR for 8 years and was a teacher for mentally challenged children. Irene was also an Avon representative for over 15 years. She has been a life time resident of Edinburg and was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all those whose lives she touched.
Visitation will be held today, October 22, 2010 from 1:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. with a rosary to be prayed at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Peace at Ceballos-Diaz Funeral Home in Edinburg. Christian mass will be held on Saturday, October 23, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Edinburg. Christian burial will follow to Hillcrest Memorial Park. Funeral services have been entrusted to Ceballos-Diaz Funeral Home.
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