Melba was born on September 23,1952 in Pharr,TX to Ruben and Maria Luisa C. Molina.

She graduated from Rio Grande City Highschool in 1972.  She attended Texas Women's University and Our Lady of the Lake College, where she completed her Bachelors & Masters degree. Melba retired as Director of Special Education from South San Antonio School District.  She worked hard to make sure that all students would reach their full academic potential. Melba retired at the top of her profession.

​Melba was preceded in death by her father, Ruben Molina and her beloved husband of forty years, Philipe O. Urdiales.

​Melba is survived by her son, Esteban R (Pricilla) Urdiales, Gary (Christine) Urdiales; grandchildren, Esteban R Jr., Isabella, Dominque, Belicia and Matias;  mother, Maria Luisa C. Molina; sister, Olga (Derico) Perez; brothers, Ruben (Sylvia) Molina, Romero Molina, Roberto (Verna) Molina and Roel (Sandra) Molina; numerous nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.

FUNERAL SERVICES

Visitation will begin on April 1, 2024 at 11:00 AM followed by a memorial service at 12:00 PM.  Services will conclude in the chapel.  All services are under the direction of The Angelus Funeral Home 1119 N. St. Mary's, San Antonio Texas 78215.