Maria Del Refugio Mata

Maria Del Refugio Mata, born on April 1, 1931, in Mexico to her loving parents, Rafael Vasquez and Margarita Amaro. Maria entered eternal peace on June 22, 2024, in Brownsville, Texas. She was a loving beautiful soul who touched the of all who knew her.

Maria is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Sandalio Mata, her two loving sons: Jose Abelardo (Lily) Mata and Armando (Catalina) Mata, as well as two beautiful grandsons: Luis Carlos Mata and Hugo Cesar Mata. Their memories will forever live on in the hearts of those who loved them.

She is survived by her four children: Maria Antonia (Ricardo) Cantu, Dora Alicia (Erasmo) Duran, Alma Gloria (Sergio) Gonzalez, and Adelina (Joseph†) Newell. Also left to cherish her memory are her 29 grandchildren, 72 great grandchildren and 41 great great grandchildren. Maria's legacy of love and strength will continue through them as they navigate this difficult time.

Maria Del Refugio Mata's love for sewing and making clothes brought joy to those around her. Her love and passion shone through in everything she crafted. She will be remembered not only for her talents but also for her kindness and towards others.

Services to honor Maria's life will be held at Trevino Funeral Home in Brownsville. Visitation will take place on June 26 from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM with a Prayer Service at 7:00 PM. Additional visitation will be held on June 27 from 8:15 AM to 2:00 PM followed by a final gathering at the Guillen Community Cemetery for burial at 3:00 PM.

As we bid farewell to Maria Del Refugio Mata, may she rest in eternal peace knowing that she was cherished and will be dearly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Family and friends are invited to view the memorial video, obituary, sign the guestbook and leave a condolence message for the family of Maria Del Refugio Mata at www.trevinofuneral.com.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Trevino Funeral Home and Cremations, 1355 Old Port Isabel Rd., Brownsville, Texas 78521, 956-542-2583.