“Mommy Otila, I will forever remember you as a remarkable woman who taught me the true value of hard work and dedication. For over 53 years, you served as one of the finest nurses in the Rio Grande Valley, highly respected by the institutions and companies where you worked, and even recognized in the newspapers of your time.
Thank you, Otila, for the blessing of allowing me to be part of your beautiful family for so many years—a time when I was truly happy, felt the warmth of home, and learned so much from you. I will always cherish the afternoons we spent sharing a meal in downtown Weslaco or attending Mass to thank God for our blessings, your kindness and support in my life, and the many stories and memories you shared from your youth.
Today I mourn your unexpected departure, which leaves a deep void in our lives. May God cover you with the Precious Blood of Jesus, and may you rejoice in Heaven with your beloved husband and all your loved ones, embraced by the immensity of the Almighty.
A toast to your life, your work, and the love you gave.
Thank you, Mommy Otila."
-Martin Alejandro Torres.