Aurora G. Alvarado went into eternal rest on October 14, 2021, in San Antonio, Texas at the age of 73.

She is preceded in death by her beloved husband Ernest G. Alvarado; her father, Reyes Gomez; her mother, Estella Neira Gomez; her siblings, Dolores Ruiz, Arturo Gomez, Roy Gomez, and Albert Gomez; in addition to a family pet of 21 years, Noodles.

Aurora is survived by her children, Mary Lou Alvarado (Alfred), Ernest Alvarado III (Cindy), Michael Alvarado, and Mary Isabel Ortiz (Danny); her grandchildren, Daniel Ortiz III, Gilbert Ortiz, Steven Ortiz, Seleste Ortiz, Chasity Casaneda, Cheyenne Alvarado, Chelsea Alvarado, Ernest Jacob Alvarado, Miley Alvarado, Mathew Alvarado, and Marcus Alvarado; her 7 great-grandchildren; her siblings, Gloria Gamez (George), Reyes Gomez Jr. (Linda), Ralph Gomez (Elida); and many cousins, friends, and pets; Georgia, Chaparita and ET.

Aurora was born May 4, 1948, in San Antonio, Texas. Family was very important to Aurora as she was a dedicated housewife, mother, and grandmother. She enjoyed going to casinos like Kickapoo or playing her lottery tickets. A very social lady: Aurora loved spending time with family and friends, listen to music and dancing, or sharing a meal out or one prepared homemade with those around her. Aurora loved her animals and could be found preparing food especially for her dogs. Aurora made sure to enjoy life during all tasks, you could find her enjoying a Smirnoff or Corona on special occasions and when cleaning. She was a member at LA Fraternal, would attend Bethel senior center, and was a Guadalupana at Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church.

She was deeply loved and brought immense joy to those around her. We loved her sense of humor and her caring ways. Aurora will be deeply missed by her family, friends and all who knew her.

Words cannot express the feeling in our hearts. Thank you for your prayers and support during this difficult time. Your shared memories, comforting condolences and gestures of love are truly appreciated.

A visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 27, 2021, at Castillo Mission Funeral Home from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a rosary to be recited at 6:00 p.m. A funeral mass at Our Lady of Good Counsel will be held on Thursday, October 28, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. with burial to follow at San Fernando II Catholic Cemetery.