Maria Oralia

Garza

In Loving Memory Of

MARIA ORALIA GARZA

August 5, 1954 – January 23, 2026

Maria Oralia Garza , age 71, of Santa Rosa, Texas, born August 5,1954 in Harlingen, Texas, was called home to be in the presence of Our Lord and Savior on January 23, 2026. She passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home, surrounded by the love and care of her devoted daughters.

Maria Oralia was truly an instrument of love to all who knew her beautiful reflection of her cherished nickname, Lala, meaning love. Affectionately known as Lala, a name perfectly reflected the love she so freely gave. She was a true blessing to all who knew her. She had a warm, compassionate heart, a joyful and unique sense of humor, and a way of making others feel seen and cared for. Her kindness was not loud, but steady and sincere, expressed through countless selfless acts that spoke far louder than words.

A woman of strong unwavering faith, Lala attended Primera Iglesia Bautista, where she was baptized at a young age and attended in the latter part of her life as well.  She dedicated many years of service to the Cameron County Tax Office and to Cardenas Auto plex. In her spare time, she found great joy in nurturing her garden and lovingly preparing home-cooked meals that brought her family together, simple moments that became cherished memories.

She was preceded in death by her enduring husband, Jesus Garza; her loving parents, Cruz Olivarez and Eufemia Olivarez Cardenas; and her beloved brothers, Felipe Olivarez and Ricardo Olivarez.

Lala leaves behind a legacy of love through her cherished daughters, Anna (Roberto Jr.) Gaytan, Joanna (David) Hernandez, and Jessica Villalobos; her dear sisters, Guadalupe Chavez, Gloria Saldivar, Consuelo Olivarez, and Thelma Jones; her beloved brother, Roberto Olivarez; and her treasured grandchildren, Roberto Gaytan III, Layla Beth Gaytan, Faith Cataleya Hernandez, and Ellianna Hope Hernandez. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family members who will forever hold her memory close to their hearts.

Honored to serve as her pallbearers will be Roberto Gaytan Jr., David Hernandez, Roberto Gaytan III, Fabian Rodriguez, Gabriel Flores, and Leo Rivera.

The family extends their deepest heartfelt gratitude to her daughter, Jessica, for her unwavering love, care and dedication. Lala will be profoundly missed and lovingly remembered by her family, friends, and all whose lives she touched by her gentle spirit and boundless love.

Visitation will be held at Trinity Funeral Home on Tuesday, January 27, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at Trinity Funeral Chapel of the Holy Spirit at 10:00 a.m.

A funeral procession will depart Trinity Funeral Home for interment to Santo Nombre Cemetery in Santa Rosa, Texas.

With profound love and remembrance, the family of Maria Oralia Garza, have entrusted her funeral arrangements to Ellie Rojas-funeral director of Trinity at Harrison Funeral Home, 1002 East Harrison Ave. Harlingen, Texas 78550. You may contact us at (956)364-2444 or visit us at www.trinityfunerals.com