Irene Arreola

Irene Elizondo Arreola was called to her heavenly home by her Lord and Savior on Friday, September 18, 2020. She was born in San Antonio, TX on July 14, 1930, to Eloisa Melendez Elizondo and Alejandro Elizondo. \r\n\r\nShe was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 65 years, Raul R. Arreola; brothers, Concepcion and Cris Elizondo; son-in-law, Albert Collazo; and infant daughter, Debby. \r\n\r\nShe is survived by her children, Linda Collazo, Dianne Valencia, (Robert Espinoza), Deborah A. Giron (Edward), and Paul D. Arreola (Linda); grandchildren, Detra Reynolds, Damon Collazo, Rebekah Arredondo, Joshua Arreola, Jennifer Sherriff and Joshua Menke; six great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; six sisters; four brothers; and numerous nieces and nephews. \r\n\r\nIrene worked for over 30 years in jewelry retail and as a bridal consultant. She especially enjoyed working with brides because she said it was the happiest time of their lives. Irene enjoyed traveling, reading, working in her garden, painting landscapes, and sewing and quilting. Both she and Raul were members of First Baptist Church for over 50 years where she was active on various committees and taught Sunday School to preschoolers. \r\n\r\nA celebration of life service will be held on Friday, October 16, at 2:00 p.m. at Grimes Funeral Chapels. \r\n\r\nIn lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hill Country Youth Ranch or the charity of your choice. \r\n