Mrs. Graciela M. Casanova age 95 of San Antonio died May 16, 2024.  Born January 18, 1929 the second of seven children to Jose Guillermo Martinez Vidales and Maria Arellano de Martinez in San Luis, Potosi, Mexico.

She was preceded in death by her late husband Ruben C. Casanova, Sr., two sisters Delia Martinez de Mirabal and Rosa Elena Gonsalvez; three brothers Jesus Martinez Arellano, Raul Martinez Arellano, and Arturo Martinez Arellano.  She has one living brother Alejandro Martinez Arellano.

She is survived by her children Cassandra Casanova, Ruben C. Casanova, Jr., George Casanova (Miriam), René Casanova (Maricella), and Clarissa O'Lague.  Her grandchildren Jillian Hoffman (Walter), Jocelyne Hathcoat (James), Jaclyn Hancock (Josiah), Jenna Siordia (Julian), Jordan O'Lague, and four great grandchildren.

She was a devoted wife and housewife for most of her years.  She then worked at Holy Cross High School in the school cafeteria.  She was a health enthusiast and worked out at Trim & Swim for many years after her children moved on.

Visitation will begin on Sunday June 2 at 3pm with a Rosary recited at 5pm at Angelus Chapel.  Funeral Mass will be offered on Monday June 3, 10am at St. Luke Catholic Church 4603 Manitou Dr., San Antonio 78228.  Interment will follow at San Fernando Cemetery No. 2

Please enjoy these links of our beloved Graciela having a wonderful time singing with the Mariachis and a slideshow down memory lane of her wonderful life!

https://youtu.be/Q9MkCD-7GyY

https://youtu.be/n600jOvja5A