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Estella Jane Pena, 73 passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 29, 2014, with her family by her side. She was born June 28, 1940 in Pena Ganado to the late Pedro and Carlota Aguilar Tristan. Estella attended Ganado High School and graduated in 1958. She was also a graduate of Durham Business College in Victoria.
She married Marias Pena, Jr. on Aug. 27, 1960. Estella and Mat
are the owners of Estella's Mexican Restaurant lo-
Estella is survived by her husband of 52 years Marias Pena, Jr.;
two daughters, Molisa (husband Misail ) Visitation was Thursday May 1 from 5 to 8 p.m. with a rosary recited at 7 p.m., at the Ganado Funeral Home.
Services were Friday May 2 at 10 a.m. at the Assumption Catholic
Church, with Rev.
Pallbearers were her grand-sons, Mathew Rosalez, Anthony Perez,
Joseph Perez, Jake Guillory, Phillip Weber- Donations can be made to Memorial Herman Heart & Vascular Institute in Houston, Texas. Services under the direction of Ganado Funeral Home, 800 So. Third St., Ganado, Texas 361-771-2120.
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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Matias Pena Jr. who was called home to be with the Lord on May 31, 2026 at the age of 87 years old. Born July 30, 1938 in Boling, Texas to the late Matias Sr. and Ofelia Pena. Matias was a devoted husband to the love of his life Estella Tristan of 65 years of marriage. He was a husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend whose greatest joy in life was his family. He never missed an oppurtunity to support, encourage, and celebrate the people he loved. Whether gathered around the dinner table, cheering for the sidelines, or sharing stories and laughter, he made every moment meaningful. Matias dedicated many years of hard work to Union Carbide, where he built a respected career before retiring. Following retirement, he and his beloved late wife Estella embarked on a new journey together as owners of Estellas Mexican Restaurant, proudly serving the community for 23 years. Through their restaurant, they shared not only great food but also friendship, hospitality, and a welcoming place where countless memories were made. A passionate sports fan, Matias found great happiness in watching the Astros and our Ganado Indians. His enthusiasm, friendly spirit, and unwavering support brought people together and created lasting memories. He was deeply involved in his community and valued the relationships he built throughout his life. Among those friendships were his dear friends, Larry and Janet Bures and Ed Kacer, whose companionship, laughter, and support meant so much to him over the years. Above all Matias was a man of strong Catholic faith and a long time member of the Knights of Columbus. His relationship with God guided the way he lived his life- with compassion, humility, forgiveness, and love. He faithfully attended Mass, and prayed for those he loved, and served as an example of Christian values for his family and community. Though he will be greatly missed, his legacy lives on through the family he cherished, the friendships he nutured, the community he served, and the faith he shared. We find comfort in knowing that he is now at peace in the loving embrace of our Lord. Matias is survived by his daughter Monica Arriaga (Jesse), grandchildren, Mathew (Rebecca) Anthony (Heather), Joseph (Jessica) Miranda (Michael). Christopher (Shelby), Halie, & Jessie Jr. Great-grandchildren, Makayla, Eli, Jordan Austen Annleigh Perez, Gage Rosalez, Lucas Crump, Ayden & Aubrey Alvarez, and Hayden Arriaga. Siblings: Rick Pena (Sharon), Edward (Kathy) Miguel Pena (Ida) Dora Garza (Al), Cristella Martin, Debbie Hayes. He is preceded in death by his loving wife Estella Pena, daughter Molisa Cortes, parents Ofelia and Matias Pena Sr. spouse. His family was their greatest joy, and the memories shared with them will be cherished always. "Well done, good and faithful servant" - Matthew 25:23 A visitation will be held on Wednesday June 3, 2026, at 9:00 am at Assumption Catholic Church in Ganado with a rosary being recited at 9:30 am. The funeral mass will begin at 10:00 am with Father Greg Korenek officiating. Interment to follow at Assumption Catholic Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Daven Mendoza, Eddie Pena Jr., Michael Pena, Dennis Mendoza, Alan Martin, Robert Pena Honorary pallbearers include Austen, Eli, & Jordan Perez, Gage Rosalez, Lucas Crump, and Hayden Arriaga. Services are entrusted to the Todish family of Ganado & Slavik Funeral Homes.
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