Elodia Cortez

Ramos

Elodia Cortez Ramos

May 13, 1951 – April 15, 2025

A lifelong resident of Combes, Texas, Elodia Cortez Ramos , 73, entered the Lord's heavenly kingdom peacefully on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at Valley Baptist Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on May 13, 1951, in Harlingen, Texas, Elodia was the cherished daughter of Abelardo Cortez and Elodia Garcia. She was best known in the community for her warm smile and kind presence during her 13 years of dedicated service as a greeter at Wal-Mart, where she touched the lives of many. Elodia was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Her greatest joy came from spending time with her grandchildren, whose visits would light up her world. Her love for her family was unwavering and deeply felt by all who knew her.

Elodia leaves behind her beloved husband of 54 years, Reynaldo Ramos Sr.; her two sons, Reynaldo Ramos Jr. (Mary) and Rolando Ramos (Mariana); and her five treasured grandchildren, Daniela, Marina, RJ, Emma, and Nico. She is also survived by her siblings Alicia Cortez, Viola Cortez, and Antonio Cortez, along with numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her brothers, Abelardo Cortez Jr. and Ruben Cortez; and her sisters, Dina Cortez, Katie Cortez, and Gracie Salinas. Elodia will be remembered for her fun-loving spirit, loving heart, and unwavering devotion to her family. She leaves behind a legacy of love that will continue to live on through all who knew her.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Trinity Funeral Chapel of the Holy Spirit, with the Holy Rosary to be prayed at 7:00 p.m.

A funeral procession will depart Wednesday, April 23, 2025 from Trinity Funeral Chapel at 9:30 a.m. for a mass of Christian burial at 10:00 a.m. at Queen of Peace Catholic Church.

Interment will follow to Harlingen-Combes Memorial Park Cemetery in Combes, Texas.

Serving as pallbearers are RJ Ramos, Nico Ramos, Danny Pedraza, Joey Gutierrez, Martin Morales, and Freddy Ramos Jr.

Honorary pallbearer will be Api Cortez.

With profound love and remembrance, the family of Elodia Cortez Ramos have entrusted her funeral arrangements to Freddy & Lenny Elizondo - Funeral Directors/Owners at Trinity at Harrison Funeral Home, 1002 East Harrison Avenue Harlingen, TX 78550. You may contact us at (956)364-2444 or visit us at www.trinityfunerals.com