Amelia Cardiel Vizcarra

Amelia Cardiel Vizcarra

Amelia Cardiel Vizcarra, 91, of Elgin, Texas, peacefully went to her heavenly home on Sunday, November 22, 2020, surrounded by her loving family.

Amelia was born on September 7, 1929, the daughter of Matilde Cardiel and Reyes Rosales Cardiel in Escalon, Chihuahua, Mexico.  Amelia was married 63 years to the love of her life, Francisco “Pancho” Vizcarra until his passing on February 20, 2019.

She is survived by her daughter, Leticia “Tish” Vizcarra, her five sons, Leonard Vizcarra Sr., Luis Vizcarra, Francisco “Frank” Vizcarra Jr. (wife Lorraine), George Vizcarra (wife Nellie), Charlie Vizcarra (wife Lisa), her son-in-law, Francisco “Paco” Villarreal, her sister, Leonor Porras, 13 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by, her parents, her brothers Tacho and Bartolo, sisters Kika, Beta, Donga, Tere, her husband Pancho Vizcarra, her daughter, Maria Villarreal, her grandson, Christopher Vizcarra, and great-grandson, Cesar Castillo Jr.

Amelia was a devoted Catholic and a lifelong member of the Elgin Sacred Heart Catholic Church, having served as a member of the Guadalupana Society over 50 years.  She was a strong woman of faith and made sure to pass that message to everyone that crossed her path.  She greatly enjoyed her semi-annual pilgrimage to the Basilica of Our Lady of San Juan Del Valle Shrine.

The simplest pleasures in life brought great joy to Amelia. As a great-grandmother, she cherished all family time, and loved the holidays.  She always looked forward to decorating and holiday cooking. She was the best cook, especially with her enchiladas, but by far were her delicious tamales.

“Momo” always said that “hard work pays off”, working for the University of Texas for 20 years. She never met a stranger that wouldn’t become her friend.  Her hard work was evident in her garden, particularly her Pothus ivies, esperanzas and geraniums. She was a passionate sports fan and loved Texas Longhorns, San Antonio Spurs, and the Atlanta Braves, never missing a game.

Pallbearers honoring their grandmother, “Momo”, will be: Leonard Vizcarra Jr., Jason Vizcarra, Celina Sanchez, Joshua “Josh” Vizcarra, Nicholas “Nic” Vizcarra, Jaime Villarreal, Cody Vizcarra, Arturo Villarreal, Jalen Vizcarra, Brandon Vizcarra, Dustin Vizcarra and Luke Vizcarra.

The Vizcarra family wishes to extend a very special, heart-felt thanks to Sophie and Perk Hernandez for always watching over “Momo” and loving her as family throughout their many years as neighbors.

A visitation will be held Tuesday, November 24, 2020 from 6:00 pm – 7:45 pm at Providence-Jones Family Funeral Home followed by a private recitation for the family of the Holy Rosary beginning at 8:00 pm. Protective masks and social distancing will be required. A Celebration of Mass Christian Burial will be held Wednesday, November 25, 2020, 11:00 am at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Elgin, Texas. Interment will follow immediately at the Elgin Latin Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 302 West 11 ^th Street, Elgin, Texas 78621.

“Momo”, you and your precious, loving smile will greatly be missed, and you will forever remain in our hearts.