Eloisa "Vicky" Arroyo

Eloisa "Vicky" Arroyo, a beacon of generosity, love, and kindness, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2023, in Mansfield, Texas. Born on July 28, 1946, in Alice, Texas, she was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose memory will be cherished by all who knew her.

Vicky was a self-taught woman, who dedicated her life to the care and upbringing of her children. She not only raised her own children, but also extended her motherly love to other children in need. She was the heart of her home, filling it with warmth through her delicious cooking and the love she poured into every meal. Her tamales, pan de polvo, caldos, and homemade tortillas were famous among those who had the pleasure of tasting them. Visitors were always sure to be greeted with a delicious meal and an open heart.

Vicky was known for her love of travel and her knack for finding joy in the simple pleasures of life. She relished playing Bingo and Chalupa with family and friends, and she was known to enjoy a trip to the casino to play the maquinitas. Her love for lotto tickets was only rivaled by her love for family gatherings, which brought her immense joy. She had a green thumb and took great pleasure in tending to her yard and plants. Music was a constant companion in her life, and she was often found dancing and listening to tunes while enjoying her Instant Folger's coffee.

Preceded in death by her husband, Severo Arroyo Sr.; her parents, Cayetano and Dorotea Lopez; her son, Robert Torrez Jr; her daughters, Louisa Arvizu and Virginia Gonzalez; and her siblings, Esteban Lopez, Pablo Lopez, Leonor Gonzalez, Olivia Silva, Leonarda Gonzalez, Margarita Lopez, and Louisa Chapa. Vicky's memory will forever be cherished by her surviving family, her survivors include her sons, Severo (Tanya) Arroyo Jr. and Esteban Arroyo; her grandson who she raised like a son, Greg (Shanie) Ramirez; and her daughters, Irma Torrez, Delorez Torrez, Paula (Jose) Moctezuma, Vicky (David) Otero, Apolonia (Temo) Otero, and Alicia (George) Canales. Her lifelong companion, Benito Tinajero; her brother, Francisco Lopez; and daughter-in-law, Linda Torrez are left to celebrate her memory, along with her 60 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.

Vicky's legacy is a testament to a life well-lived, filled with love, kindness, and generosity. Her spirit of living life to the fullest, her dedication to her family, and her zest for life will continue to inspire those who had the privilege of knowing her. She was a woman of strength and resilience, a pillar of her community, and a guiding light to her family. Her memory will forever live on in the hearts of those she touched.

Vicky’s family will receive condolences on Wednesday July 19, 2023, from 4:00 to 9:00 PM, at Trevino Funeral Home Alice, 120 E. Front St.; with a Holy Rosary to be recited at 7:00 PM. A funeral cortege will depart the funeral home at 9:00 AM on Thursday, July 20, 2023, for a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:30 AM at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Rite of Committal and Interment will follow at Arroyo Family Cemetery.

Honoring Vicky as pallbearers are Ignacio Galvan, Jesus Mancilla, George Canales Jr., Jayden Arroyo, Victor Tinajero, and Alfredo Padron.

Condolences for the family of Eloisa “Vicky” Arroyo may be left at www.trevinofuneralhome.net.