Maria De La Luz Salinas de Peña

Maria de La Luz Salinas de Peña, age 88, entered eternal rest on May 29, 2026.

Maria was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Vicente and Manuela Salinas; her cherished daughter, Diana Laura Peña de Gaona; and her siblings, Maria Teresa Salinas, Maria Elena Salinas, Ana Mireya Salinas, Marco Salinas, Vicente Salinas, and Ricardo Salinas.

She leaves behind a legacy of love and devotion that will forever be treasured by her loving husband of many years, Alejandro Peña; her children, Alberto Peña, Jorge Peña (Laura), Nicolas Peña (Norma), Sandra Gaona (Ruben), Manuel Peña, Maria Guadalupe Peña, Vicente Peña (Cecilia), Rolando Peña (Tania), and Ramon Peña; and her son-in-law, Ramon Gaona, 40 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren

Maria is also survived by her brothers, Rene Salinas and Fernando Salinas; as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends who were blessed by her love, wisdom, and kindness.

Maria will be remembered for her unwavering devotion to her family, her strength, generosity, and the values she instilled in future generations. Her love and guidance will remain in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

May God grant her eternal rest and perpetual light shine upon her forever.

A visitation will be held on Friday, June 5, 2026 at Hillside Funerals and Cremations from 5 PM to 9 PM. A Rosary will be recited at 7 PM.

Services will conclude at the end of the visitation. A cremation will be held at a later date.

Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of Hillside Funerals and Cremations; 310 W. Hillside Rd. Laredo, Texas 78041; 956-724-6060