Maricela Ayala Villalobos

With profound sadness and loving hearts, the family of Maricela Ayala Villalobos announces her passing on September 22, 2026, in Weslaco, Texas, at the age of 58.

Maricela was born on December 29, 1967, in Progresso, Texas, to Salvador Villalobos and Rosaura Ayala. Throughout her life, Maricela was surrounded by the love of her family, and the memories she created with those closest to her will forever remain treasured in their hearts.

Maricela will be remembered as a beloved companion, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Her greatest joy was found in the people she loved. Her presence brought warmth to her family, and the love she shared with them will continue to live on through the many memories, conversations, laughter, and special moments they were blessed to share.

She is preceded in death by her parents, +Salvador Villalobos ; her brother, Isidro (Childo) Villalobos; and her sisters, +Alma Villalobos and +Angelica Villalobos.

Left to cherish her memory is her mother Rosaura Ayala and her significant other, Guillermo Estrada; her two sons, Juan Robles and Francisco Robles; her three daughters, Laura Villalobos, Juana Villalobos, and Maricela M. Villalobos; her brothers, Oscar Villalobos, Salvador Villalobos, and Cruz Villalobos, Guadalupe Villalobos; and her sisters, Deyanira Villalobos, Rosa Villalobos, and Margarita Villalobos and Doris Villalobos .

Maricela's memory will also live on through her five beloved grandchildren, Francisco J. Robles and Mavis Martinez, Juan C. Robles, Juan J. Robles, Roman Robles , who will carry with them the love and memories of their grandmother.

Although Maricela's earthly journey has come to an end, the love she gave throughout her 58 years of life will remain forever. Those who knew and loved her will continue to find comfort in the memories she leaves behind and in knowing that the bonds of love are never broken by goodbye.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 24, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Salinas Funeral Home of Weslaco - Chapel of The Heavens, with a Rosary at 7:00 PM.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, September 25, 2026, at 10:00 AM at San Martin De Porres Catholic Church. Interment will follow at 11:00 AM at Highland Memorial Park.

May Maricela rest peacefully in the arms of the Lord, and may her family find strength and comfort in the beautiful memories and lasting love she leaves behind.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Salinas Funeral Home of Weslaco.