Elvira Cantu

Elvira Carrion Cantu, 68, of Sweetwater, Texas has gone to be with the Lord. Vera, as she was known, passed away at Hendrick Medical Center of Abilene on Sunday afternoon after a lengthy illness. Local arrangements were handled by Piersall Funeral Directors, 733 Butternut Street in Abilene, Texas and a Memorial Service to honor her will be at Lighthouse Assembly of God in Sweetwater, Texas at a later date.

Vera was born in Tahoka, Texas on September 7, 1946 to Joe and Ricarda Carrion of Tahoka, Texas. She married with Albaro Cantu Sr. (Buddy) of Sweetwater, Texas where they resided and made a family and home for 46 years. She leaves behind her three children, Eva C. Vargas of Garland, Texas, Albaro Cantu Jr. of Sweetwater, Texas, and Norma L. Tapscott of Snyder, Texas. She has 4 Grand-children, Isaias Ramos III, (23), Cruz Cantu (23), Emma Lee Ramos (12), and Jordan G. Vargas (9) as well as two Great-Grand Children, Elena Ramos (6) and Khloe Ramos (1).

Vera was the youngest of four children. Her oldest sister, Erlinda Gutierrez of Tahoka, Texas whom left us 12 years ago, and two older brothers, Roger Carrion of Rotan, Texas, and Roy Carrion of Oklahoma and numerous nephews, nieces, and in-laws.

Vera was a devoted Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Sister, and Daughter who enjoyed helping others as she helped raise many children over the years until she was no longer able. Vera was a strong willed, loving Christian woman who was greatly loved and will be dearly missed.

The family requests that no flowers be sent. Donations can be made in her honor to any charity of choice. We Love You Momma!