Otilia R. Figueroa

Viewing and Visitation for Otilia R. Figueroa, 80 of Lubbock will begin Thursday, February 8, 2024, 11:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m., with a prayer service beginning at 7:00 p.m. the same evening at Calvillo Funeral Home & Chapel. A Celebration of Life will begin Friday, February 9, 2024, 10:00 a.m., at Alliance Church (5825 34th street, Lubbock, Texas 79413) with Rev. Jesse Rincones officiating. Burial will follow at City of Lubbock Cemetery. All arrangements were made under the direction of Calvillo Funeral Home & Chapel.

On the early morning of Wednesday, February 7, 2024, Otilia went to be with the Lord. She was born on May 15, 1943, in Matamoros, Mexico to the late Fernando and Amada Rodriguez. Later in life on September 19, 1971, she went on to marry Marcos Figueroa in Lubbock cherishing thirty-four years of a loving marriage before he preceded her in death on February 18, 2006.

Otilia lived a remarkable life filled with love, joy, and compassion.  She spent numerous years working in the Hospitality Department at Methodist Hospital before retiring, leaving an indelible mark on her colleagues and the patients she served. Otilia's dedicated service embodied her commitment to caring for others, as she went above and beyond to ensure that everyone felt comforted and supported during their time of need.

As a devout Baptist, she always found solace in her faith and through faith.

Beyond her career and faith, Otilia had a vibrant range of hobbies and interests that brought her immense joy. She loved spending time doing puzzles, challenging her mind while relaxing at home. Otilia also found great pleasure in listening to the beautiful music of Freddie Martinez; his melodies lifted her spirit and filled her heart with joy.

However, above all else, Otilia treasured spending time with her family. Whether it was organizing joyful barbecues, engaging in games of lotteria or board games, Otilia cherished every moment spent with her family. The laughter that filled their gatherings echoed the deep love that connected them all. These special times together created memories that her family will forever treasure.

She is preceded in death by her parents Fernando and Amada Rodriguez; her husband, Marcos Figueroa (February 18, 2006); a brother David Rodriguez (2022); sisters Maria Ortiz (1969) and Gumesinda Lara (2011) and a grandson Thomas Lee Zuniga on March 5, 1985.

She is survived by her sons, Rene Rodriguez and Rudy Rodriguez both of Lubbock; a daughter Amy and her husband Pete Zuniga of Lubbock; five brothers Felipe Rodriguez of Indiana, Fernando Rodriguez Jr., Adam Rodriguez, Danny Rodriguez, and Simon Rodriguez all of Lubbock; sisters Elizabeth Gutierrez and Yolanda Mackey both Lubbock; three grandchildren and her fur baby “Princess".

Active Pallbearers will be Rudy Rodriguez, Rene Rodriguez, Pete Zuniga, Anthony Zuniga, Chris Zuniga and Rudy Xavier.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Pete Figueroa and Abel Figueroa.