Celeste L. De Leon

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Celeste L. De Leon, 89 years of age, passed away on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, surrounded by her loving family after a long illness.

Celeste was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. She was a kindhearted and friendly woman who touched the lives of all who had the pleasure of knowing her. Family was at the center of her life, and she treasured every opportunity to spend time with those she loved.

Celeste had a special love for flowers and took great pride in caring for them. She also enjoyed dressing up and always took pride in looking her best.

A devout Catholic, Celeste was a faithful parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church and a dedicated member of the Altar Rosary Society. Her faith was an important part of her life and remained a source of strength and comfort throughout the years.

She is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 64 years, Ricardo B. De Leon; her parents, David and Otilia G. Leal; and her siblings, Leonardo Leal, Maria Elena Rios, David Leal, Ida Hernandez, Cecilia Perez, and James “Jimmy” Leal.

She is survived by her loving children; Ricardo (Sylvia) De Leon, Jr., Ramon (Lisa) De Leon, Rogelio De Leon, and Sandra Ann (Francisco) Palacios, Jr., Her sister; Gloria Coffing, brother, Oscar (Hilda) Leal, 12 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, cousin’s aunts, and uncles.
A special thank you to her care giver Sylvia Torres that she loved very much.

Active Pallbearers: Rogelio De Leon, Jr., CJ Ramirez, Rigo Ramirez, Ricardo De Leon III., Kaelub Beish, Ramon De Leon, Jr., David De Leon, Gilbert Almarez, Adan Olivarez, Miguel Jasso, and Mathew Jasso.
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Visitation will be held on Sunday, August 30, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at Mauro P. Garcia Funeral Home Chapel-Alie Texas located at 600 S. Wright St. Alice, Texas., Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. that same evening. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, August 31, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church and Burial will follow at Roberson Collins Cemetery.  Mauro P. Garcia Funeral Homes, Inc. in charge of arrangements.  

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