Elisa Z. Flores and Eduardo J. Flores

Elisa Zapata Flores, 88, passed away in McAllen, Texas on March 21, 2026. Elisa was a remarkable woman who cared, worried, and supported her family immensely. Her personality of caring and humor left a lasting impression on anyone that she interacted with. She would always make you smile and laugh on a daily basis. Elisa Zapata Flores was born on May 25, 1937, in Mission Texas to the late Gonzalo Zapata and Jula Solis Zapata. Throughout her early life she was a devoted wife and supported her husband and children by relocating to Lubbock Texas, Dekalb Illinos, and Houston Texas. In the mid-80s she returned to her hometown and has remained in McAllen Texas since. She graduated from Mission High School in May of 1956 and completed her associates degree from South Texas Community College. Elisa had a long career in education and served over 25 years with McAllen Independent School District. Elisa was immensely caring and regardless of the difficult times she faced through the years she always focused on her immediate family, siblings, as well extended family. She was a resilient woman that always put her children first while keeping up with her personal responsibilities. Elisa (Mom to me and Licha to others) will be deeply missed by those who love her. She is survived by her children: Alfredo Flores Jr., Robert Luis Flores, Daniel Jaime Flores, and Marco Antonio Flores. She is survived by her beloved nine grandchildren: Vanessa Flores Valenta, Alredo Trey Flores, and Alicia Flores Valdez. Sidni Elena Flores, Maeci Renee Flores Brunkenhofer, and Karli Alexis Flores. Ava Jessica Flores, Reese Anne Flores, Daniel Luke Flores. Elisa was preceded in death by her son Eduardo Javier Flores. Eduardo Javier Flores, 66, passed away in Houston, Texas on March 9, 2026. Ed was a simple, sensitive, strong man, and protector to his family and friends. Ed was born in McAllen, Texas on December 26, 1959, to Alfredo Rodriguez Flores and the Late Elisa Zapata Flores. Ed graduated from Alief Hastings High School and remained in Houston. Ed worked in manufacturing industry for most of his life. During the later years he worked with his brother Bob in recycling industry. There he managed the warehouse as well other employees. He is survived by his Father Alfredo Rodriguez Flores, and four brothers: Alfredo Flores Jr., Roberto Luis Flores, Daniel Jaime Flores, and Marco Antonio Flores. He is preceded in death by his mother Elisa Zapata Flores. There will be a joint visitation for both Elisa Z. Flores and her beloved son Eduardo J. Flores on Thursday, March 26th 2026 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm with a 7:00pm rosary at Kreidler Funeral Home, Inc. in McAllen. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 1:00pm on Friday, March 27th 2026 at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church in McAllen. Interment will follow at Roselawn Cemetery in McAllen.

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Elisa Z. Flores and Eduardo J. Flores

March 21, 2026