Emilio Lopez

Emilio Barrientos Lopez , 92, entered into eternal life on Tuesday July 7, 2009. He was born and raised in Matamoros Tamaulipas, Mexico to Sylvestre and Eloisa Garcia Lopez. His path of life began on August 27, 1916. He was the third of seven siblings and is survived by one living sister Romana Covarubias; daughther and son- in-law, Martina and Rigoberto Martinez; son and daughter in law Emilio Jr. and Elvia Lopez; daughter and son-in-law Janey and Johnny Rivera; son and daughter Gilberto and Juana Lopez; daughter and son-in-law, Guadalupe and Bob Hancockdeceased; son and daughter in-law, Isabel and Luz Lopez; son and daughter in law; Francisco and Alicia Lopez; son and daughter-in-law Ernesto and Mariela Lopez; son and daughter-in-law;Pedro and Yolanda Lopez; daughter and son-in-law; Teresita and Lupe Rosales; daughter and son-in-law Monse and Fortunato Castillo; and daughter and son-in-law; Graciela and Ray Negrete. On December 15, 1940, our father vowed to love and to honor our mother Juana Perieda till death did them part at which time he spend the last two years of our mothers life taking care of her. During their 52 year marriage, God Blessed them with 12 children ; Martina,Emilio, Janey, ,Gilberto,Guadalupe, Isabel,Francisco,Ernesto,Pedro,Teresita,Monse,and Graciela, who were all born in Boca Chica, Texas.Through his children his dreams of having a big family and his family name being carried on was fulfilled as he continued to be blessed with a total of 48 grandchildren,and 68 great grandchildren; and 3 great great grandchildren. Our father was a hard working, committed farm and rancher for 24 years.He shared his love and knowledge for farming with all, including his own-children to whom which he was determined to teach to be hard working in
iduals. Misson Accomplished DaddyLOL. After his 24 year commitment to farm and ranching he turned to becoming a nursery care taker at the age of 58. Upon applying at the nursery the owner doubted his capability due to Daddys age- Boy did he prove them wrong.He exceeded their expectations by becoming their best employee. There was not a plant he could not bring back to life or a plant he could not sell. He finally retired at the age of 72. Dad had a passion for dancing. He was faithful to his Saturday and Sunday dance dates. He would dance until the wee hours of the morning not missing a single song. He reminisces that with those big beautiful blue eyes and smooth dance moves no girl ever turned him down. Our father enjoyed life to the fullest. God gave him 92 wonderful years. He will be greatly missed, but his love, lessons of life,and loyalty to his family will always carry on in the lives of those who he touched. Thank you Daddy for being such a great provider,loyal husband, dedicated father ,and loving grandfather. Tell mommy we love her

Visitation will be held on Monday July 13, 2009 from 8a.m. to 9.p.m. with the recitation of the holy rosary at 7p.m. at Trevino Funeral Home. The mass of Christian Resurrecton will be held on Tuesday July 14, 2009 at 10 a.m. at Christ the King Catholic Church. Interment will follow to Rose Lawn Memorial Gardens.

Visitation

Trevino Funeral Home
1355 Old Port Isabel Rd.
Brownsville, TX  78520
Monday, July 13, 2009
8 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Service

Rosary

Trevino Funeral Home
1355 Old Port Isabel Rd
Brownsville, TX  78520
Monday, July 13, 2009
7 p.m.

Mass

Christ the King Catholic Church
2255 Southmost Rd
Brownsville, TX  78520
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
10 a.m.

Cemetery

Rose Lawn Memorial Gardens
4464 Old Port Isabel Rd
Brownsville, TX  78520