It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Anita A. Garcia, who was taken home to be with our Lord on January 10, 2025. Anita was born on May 10, 1958, in San Antonio, Texas to Valentin and Simona Alvarez. Anita was preceded in death by her significant other, Luis Alejos, her parents, and four brothers, Jose Angel, Jesse, Martin, and Mark Alvarez. She is survived by her two daughters, Veronica Arriaga (Fernando) and Savannah Chavira (Orlando), seven grandsons (Oscar and Anthony Palacios, Noel and Mathew Arriaga, Nicholas, Dominic and Nathaniel Chavira) and six great-grandchildren.

Anita was also survived by six sisters and three brothers Dr. Mary Jo Rodriguez, Santa Castanon, Graciela Alvarez, Diana Gonzales, Clara Alvarez, and Dolores Alvarez, and three brothers, Guadalupe, Miguel, and Javier Alvarez.

Anita was a kind and generous soul who often put others' needs before hers. She was always willing to help others and will be remembered for her kindness and generosity. Anita was close to all her family members and spending time with them was one of her passions. Anita worked at St. Dominic's Catholic Church for many years until she retired in 2020 and often

said that it was the "Greatest Benefits" it would enable her to attend daily mass and be filled with a renew spirit.

She was a wonderful mother who was always there when we needed her the most, offering support, protection, and her unconditional love. We will forever admire her strength till the end. We love you so much mom and will miss you dearly. Anita was a godly women devoted to our Lord, the Blessed Mother and the Rosary. She left an indelible mark on our hearts. She was loved by all her family and will be immensely missed. May you rest in eternal peace dear mother your light will shine forever in our hearts and memories.

We extend this invitation to anyone who knew our beautiful mother and cared for her to join us in a celebration of life.

SERVICES

Wednesday, January 22, 2025

Visitation: 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Rosary: 6:00 p.m.

Location: Castillo Funeral Home, 520 General McMullen, San Antonio, TX

Thursday, January 23, 2025

Departure: 9:30 a.m. (from funeral home)

Mass: 10:00 a.m., Holy Family Catholic Church, 152 Florencia St., San Antonio, TX

Internment: San Fernando Cemetery III, 1735 Cupples Road, San Antonio, TX