Celia C. Cadena

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Celia C. Cadena, who peacefully left us on September 27, 2024. Born on January 28, 1936, at the age of 88. Celia led a life filled with love, compassion, and devotion to her family.

Our lovely mother was the heart of our family. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt, always offering her unconditional love and support to everyone around her. Her kindness, compassion, and strength were constants in our lives, providing us with guidance and comfort through every stage of life. She cherished every moment spent with her loved ones.

Mom was an exceptionally clean and organized person, and her cooking was nothing short of delicious. She had a special way of making meals that brought the family together. 

Within her lifetime, Celia found peace and joy in tending to her garden. Her love for flowers reflected her own vibrant spirit, illuminating the lives of all who knew her. Throughout her life, Celia's hands created beauty and warmth through the art of sewing, weaving together love and care into every stitch she made. Her commitment to her family was unwavering, as she selflessly crafted garments that brought comfort and joy to those she loved. Celia had a passion for playing bingo, and her family would often join her in the game, creating cherished moments that will be forever remembered.

Her life was a testament to resilience, kindness, and unwavering faith. Mom’s legacy will continue to inspire and guide those who were fortunate enough to have known her. She was a gift we will cherish forever, mom will be dearly missed but forever remembered in our hearts. 

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Celestino Cadena, Sr.; her sons, Baby Zenon Cadena, Celestino Cadena, Jr.; her granddaughter, Alexis Isabel Raygoza; as well as by her brothers, sisters, nieces, and nephews. 

Left to cherish her memory are her children, Sanjuanita (Sergio) Uvalle, Celestino† (Ana Maria) Cadena, Jr., Apolonio (Ana Maria) Cadena, Martha (Martin) Flores, Zenon (Edna) Cadena, Maria Ester Cadena, Leticia (Mundo) Bocock, and Alfredo (Rebecca) Cadena; 26 grandchildren; 42 great-grandchildren; 4 great-greatgrandchildren; her sister, Maria “Yaya” Garcia; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended relatives, and friends.

The Cadena family would like to express their utmost gratitude to her neighbors Lopez Family and Rodriguez Family for their constant caring attention.

The family will be receiving condolences on Thursday evening, October 3, 2024 from 5 to 9 p.m. at Joe Jackson North Funeral Chapels & Cremation Services, 1410 Jacaman Rd.; where a Vigil for the Deceased and Rosary will commence at 7 p.m.

Funeral Services will be conducted on Friday morning, October 4, 2024 departing at 9:30a.m. from Joe Jackson North Funeral Chapels to San Vicente de Paul Catholic Church for a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00a.m.

Rite of Committal and Interment will follow at the family plot of the Calvary Catholic Cemetery. 

Pallbearers will be: Sergio Uvalle, Jr., Celestino Cadena, III., Apolonio Cadena, Jr., Mauro Cadena, Daniel Raygoza, Jr., Alfredo Cadena, Jr., Sonny Joe Peña, and Martin Flores, Jr. 

You may express your condolences, share your favorite memories, and sign the guestbook online at: www.joejacksonfuneralchapels.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care and direction of the funeral service professionals at Joe Jackson North Funeral Chapels & Cremation Services, 1410 Jacaman Rd., Laredo, Texas 78041; (956)722-8850.