Anita Canales

Yerena

Anita Canales Yerena at the age of 46 entered the Gates of Heaven and eternal life on September 4, 2023.

She was a lifelong resident of Santa Rosa, Texas. She obtained her Bachelor's of Science from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. She strived to complete her Master's Degree but was one class short from reaching her goal. Anita graduated from Santa Rosa High School Class of 1995. She then became an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and devoted the rest of her life doing that. Anita had a compassion helping her patients and always strived to ensure that they were comfortable and getting the best care while they were under her care. Anita had the honor of working with South Star EMS, Christian EMS, Border EMS, Rio Valley EMS and Caring Hands Medical Services. She will be missed dearly by her family and friends.

Anita loved and adored her children and paw babies. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She loved to celebrate birthdays, holidays especially Christmas. Those who knew Anita knew that she had a heart of gold and would always show up to your house with something in her hand. Anita was a strong and amazing mother to her three children. She worked very hard to provide for her children even when she was not feeling well.

She is survived by her sons, Angel Yerena Jr; Alexander Yerena; daughter Aneesa Yerena of Santa Rosa. Her brothers Rodolfo Canales Jr. (JoAnn) of La Feria; Timoteo Canales of Austin; Ramiro Canales of Austin;  Moises Canales of Houston; Saul Canales (Cindy) of San Antonio; sister by heart Annie Romero of Weslaco. Nephews: Jacob Canales, Michael Canales, Joseph Canales and niece Alyssa.

Anita is preceded in death by her parents, Rodolfo Canales, Sr and Jovita Abrego Canales.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, September 9, 2023 from 1:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Trinity Funeral Home in Harlingen, Texas. A prayer service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Visitation will continue on Sunday, September 10, 2023 from 8:00 a.m.- 9:30 a.m. with a funeral service and departure from Trinity Funeral Home at 10:00 a.m. for burial at El Santo Nombre Cemetery in Santa Rosa.

Pallbearers are her five brothers; son, Angel Yerena Jr.; ex-husband, Angel Yerena, and EMT friend, Armando Martinez.

Honorary pallbearers are her son, Alexander Yerena, and her EMT collegues.

Special Thanks to Sylvia, Victoria, ,Tina, Alma and Lolis for helping the family take care of her throughout the day and night and making special meals for her.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Trinity at Harrison Funeral Home 1002 East Harrison Avenue Harlingen, Texas 78550 (956)364-2444. www.trinityfunerals.com