Carmen Ileana Flores

December 21, 2017

Carmen Ileana Flores completed her journey on earth peacefully on December 21, 2017 at her home surrounded by loved ones. Ileana, known as Mama Ileana to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, was involved for many years in civic and cultural organizations, dutifully served her church community at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church and above all was a devoted and loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Ileana showered her children with unconditional love and support. She was fiercely protective, offered advice as needed and was always available with a compassionate ear and an open heart. She loved profoundly, lived with integrity, lead with grace and served with fidelity. Mama Ileana was a remarkable gourmet cook, appreciated fine dining, and good company. She enjoyed playing games with her children and grandchildren, had a ready and infectious laugh and is now dancing in heaven. She was preceded in death by her grandson Jimmy Vogel, her sister Norma Yzaguirre, her brother Leonel Garcia Estrada. Ileana is survived by her sister, Thelma Sanchez and her brother Xavier (Jim) Guerra, eight children, Norma Vogel, Carmen Flores, Patricia Eder, Ana (John) Wallace, Rafael Flores Jr., Roberto (Maria) Flores, Rick (Sharon) Flores, Cecilia (Andy) Ramos, a plethora of grandchildren and great-grandchildren and so her legacy continues. A private ceremony was held for Ileana in celebration and remembrance of her long and fulfilling life. The family would like to thank her caregivers and Renaissance Hospice and Palliative Care. Memorial contributions may be made to the Guardian Angel Fund at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 1108 W Hackberry, McAllen, TX 78501.