Lusilla P. Gutierrez was called home to Heaven on Thursday, March 2, 2023, at the blessed age of 80 years. Lusilla was born to Jose and Lucia Padilla on March 29, 1942 in Sinton, Texas. Lusilla was married to the love of her life, Abel Gutierrez, and enjoyed many wonderful years together before his passing in 2002. Lusilla enjoyed sewing, solving crossword puzzles, and playing games like "hot potato" with her grandchildren. She enjoyed spending time with her family, they were the most important in her life. There are many traditions and values that Lusilla leaves her family, but our favorite saying of hers will live in our hearts forever: " I love you once, I love you twice, I love you more than beans and rice!"

Lusilla is reunited in Heaven with her parents; spouse Abel Gutierrez; daughters Cipriana Gutierrez and Irma Delgado; son Joe Idrigo; siblings Cipriano Padilla, Fidel Padilla, Aureliano Padilla, and Jose Padilla.

Lusilla leaves behind her Sons Abel Martinez (JoAnn) and Angel Delgado. She also had bonus children that lived with her Abel Garcia (Alejandra Herrera) and Irma Gutierrez (John Gutierrez); sisters Irene, Esmeralda, Pauline, and Florinda; over 32 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren and extended family and friends.

Visitation will take place on Tuesday, March 21, 2023 from 3:30pm until 8:00pm with a Rosary to take place at 6:00pm. Family and friends will depart at 11:00am from Castillo Funeral Home on Wednesday, March 22, 2023 for an 11:30 mass at St. Patrick Catholic Church. Interment to follow at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery.