YOAKUM: Emilia Garza, 92, entered her heavenly rest on Saturday, August 2, 2025. She was born May 22, 1933, in Yoakum, one of the 12 children born to Manuel and Marcelina (Castro) Herrera.
She was a hard worker, having worked at Johnny Leopold’s Cleaner’s for many years. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.
Survivors include her daughters, Sylvia Garcia and Julie Adame, both of Yoakum, and Dominga Castro of San Antonio; her sons, Armando Garcia of Yoakum and Jesus Alfredo Garcia of Seguin; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; her sister, Josephine Luna of Taylor; her brother, Domingo Herrera of Austin; and many beloved extended family members.
Preceded in death by her parents; husband, Alfredo Garcia; sons, Joe Garza and Martin Garza; six sisters and two brothers.
A Rosary was recited at 10 a.m., followed by a Funeral Mass on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, with Rev. Matthew Huehlefeld officiating. Burial followed at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.
Pallbearers are Armando Garcia, Angel Garcia, Alfredo Garcia, Fautino Herrera, Santos Castro and Kael Reyes.
Memorials may be given to Thiele-Cooper Funeral Home to help defray funeral cost.