Maria Elena

Huerta

Maria Elena Huerta, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished friend whom passed away peacefully at the age of 80 in Harlingen, Texas on Wednesday, June 18, 2025.

Maria was born on December 8, 1944 in San Benito, Texas to Delfina Sanchez where she lived a life full of warmth, strength, and deep devotion to her family.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Inocencio Huerta; her sister, Guadalupe Gaona; her brother, Baldemar Sanchez, and her dear friend, Jose Zamora.

Maria was the heart of a large and loving family. She is survived by her children, Esmeralda Huerta, Inocencio Huerta Jr. (Sylvia), Serapio Huerta, Baldemar Huerta, Manuel Huerta, Nora Huerta-Atristain (Will), and Mario Huerta. Her legacy continues through her 33 grandchildren and 54 great- grandchildren, all of whom were the light of her life and brought her immense pride and joy.

Known for her kindness, resilience, and unwavering love, Maria touched the lives of many and will be remembered for her generous spirit, gentle wisdom, and the warmth she extended to everyone around her. She leaves behind a legacy of love, unity, and family that will continue to inspire generations to come. She will be greatly missed.

Visitation will be held Friday, June 20, 2025 from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with the prayer of the Holy Rosary at 7:00 p.m. led by Armando & Bea Lopez at Trinity Funeral Chapel of the Holy Spirit.

Funeral service will be held Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at Trinity Funeral Chapel.

Interment will follow to San Benito City Cemetery at 11:00 a.m.

Honored to serve as her pallbearers will be Manuel Huerta, Baldemar Huerta, Leo Perales, Pony Sanchez, Jose Cardoza, and Samuel Huerta.

With profound love and remembrance, the family of Maria Elena Huerta have entrusted her funeral arrangements to Freddy & Lenny Elizondo-Funeral Directors/Owners of 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