In Loving Memory of

Manuela Gutiérrez Téllez

August 16, 1938 — September 3, 2025

With full hearts, our family announces the passing of Manuela Gutiérrez Téllez, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. To us, she was simply the best mom and granny—a steady source of comfort, laughter, and unwavering love. She adored her family beyond measure, and she had a gift for welcoming everyone she met. She truly never met a stranger.

Born in Jiménez, Coahuila, México on August 16, 1938, Manuela carried through life the values of her roots—faith, hard work, kindness, and hospitality. As co-founder and co-owner of Tellez Tamales & Barbacoa, she poured love into every batch and turned a family recipe into a gathering place for the community.

For 60 years, Manuela was the devoted wife and partner of Luis M. Téllez; they married on May 2, 1965. Together, they built a home rich with tradition—celebrations and countless moments that stitched our family together.

Preceded in Death

Manuela has reunited in Heaven with her loving parents, Petra and Román Gutiérrez;

her four sisters, Ana, Guadalupe, Olivia, and Candelaria; and her three brothers, Gabino, Gregorio, and Cruz.

Survived by

She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Luis M. Téllez; and her five children:

Luis Tellez, Jr. (Rachel)
Sandra Tellez Uribe (Javier)
Patricia Gutiérrez Téllez
Brenda Gutiérrez Téllez (Michael)
John Gabriel Tellez (J Patricia)
Manuela was the best granny to her 12 grandchildren, who will forever carry her love and lessons forward.

Services

Visitation (Evening): Tuesday, September 16, 2025, 4:00–8:00 p.m.
Castillo Funeral Home, 520 N. General McMullen, San Antonio, TX 78228
Wednesday September 17, 2025
Visitation 10:00 a.m. • Rosary 10:30 a.m. • Mass 11:00 a.m.
St. John Berchmans Catholic Church, 1147 Cupples Rd, San Antonio, TX 78226
Burial to follow.