Ramona L. Cantu

Ramona Cantu, 90, a beloved resident of Harlingen, Texas, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and loved ones. She was born August 31, 1934, in Tampico, Tamaulipas, Mexico to Jesus Angeles and Josefina Paz Lopez. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Carlos Cantu, Sr., her grandmother, Maria de Soto and a sister, Maria de Jesus Arias. Ramona lived in the Italian neighborhood of Chicago in 1957. As a young woman, her employment was in a radio station as a secretary for the Hispanic population station. She emigrated to the United States to improve her economic situation. Other motives were kinship relations in the destination city. She thrived in Chicago for 2 years in the 1950’s. Born with roots that extended deep into both Mexico and the United States, Ramona proudly became a U.S. citizen on April 22, 1968, a day she cherished for the rest of her life. Her dual citizenship was a testament to her love for both nations and her heritage. Ramona was a devoted employee of Beall’s Department Store, where she worked with dedication for 35 years until her retirement. A faithful member of St. Anthony Catholic Church, Ramona was a member of the Catholic Daughters of the Americas, where her commitment to faith and community service shone brightly. Her devotion extended beyond the church walls, as she volunteered with the Queen of Peace Prayer Vigil, offering her time and prayers for others. She leaves behind to cherish her memory, 4 daughters, Alma Y. (Chris) Hunsicker, Gina A. (Jimmy) Roam, Nora E. (+Lelldon) Perry and Carolina A. (Raymond) Rodriguez and 2 sons, Carlos X. Cantu, Jr. and Shawn Perry. Also surviving are 12 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren and 1 sister, Carolina Guevara. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 26, 2024, with a chapel service beginning at 10:00 AM at the Rudy Garza Funeral Home and burial will follow at Mont Meta Cemetery in San Benito. She leaves behind a family who adored her, countless friends, and a community that will deeply miss her. Funeral services are under the direction of Rudy Garza Funeral Home

Ramona L. Cantu

August 31, 1934 - October 21, 2024

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