Elvira De La Cruz

Elvira De La Cruz

May 8, 1930 - December 23, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Elvira De la Cruz, a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend, who departed this world peacefully at the age of 94. Born on May 8, 1930, in Lytle, she lived a life characterized by love, compassion, and resilience.

Elvira embraced her role as a homemaker with unwavering dedication. Elvira found joy in the simple pleasures of life, especially in her involvement with the Guadalupanas, where she cultivated a deep sense of community. Above all, she cherished her family, loving every moment spent caring for her grandchildren and providing support to her loved ones.

Elvira leaves behind her cherished Children, Ida Mlcak, Denise Riojas, and Johnny De La Cruz. She is also survived by her sister Maria Guzman. Elvira also leaves behind her grandchildren, Carlos, Amanda, Nicole, Theresa, Sarah, Matthew, as well as 6 Great Grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her husband Vicente De La Cruz.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Elvira’s life and the love she shared. A family viewing will take place at Primrose Funeral Services in Lytle on January 6, 2025, at 5:00 PM with a rosary reciting at 7 P.M. Visitation will end at 8 P.M. A Mass honoring her life will be held at St. Andrew's Catholic Church in Lytle on January 7, 2025, at 10:00 AM, with burial to follow at Lytle Community Cemetery.

In our sorrow, we find solace in the memories of her laughter, the warmth of her embrace, and the lessons she imparted throughout her life. Elvira will forever remain in our hearts, her spirit lighting the way for all who were fortunate to know her.