Obituary of Elvira "Vera" Ledesma

Our beloved Elvira "Vera" Ledesma, age 69, was called to our Heavenly Father on Wednesday, September 22, 2021. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 35 years, Tiburcio Mauricio Ledesma; parents, Cruz Rodriguez, Sr. and Janie Rodriguez; and by her sister-in-law, Dolores Rodriguez

Vera is survived by her children, Toby "Joe" Ledesma (Regina), Chino Ledesma (Juana), Johnny Cruz Ledesma (Maria), Jose "JoJo" Ledesma (Nayely), Ricardo "KiKe" Ledesma (Nataly), and Ruben Alejandro Ledesma; siblings, Irene Ponce (Tilo), Virginia Guerrero, Fermina Armaro (Rick), Cruz Rodriguez, Jr., Alice Buentello (Alfred), Julio Rodriguez, Isidro Rodriguez, Gloria Rodriguez, Rudy Cruz Rodriguez (Nicole), and Anthony Rodriguez (Chelsea); 15 grandchildren; as well as numerous other loving family members and friends. 

Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. -9:00 p.m., with Recitation of the Holy Rosary beginning at 7:00 p.m., on Thursday, October 7, 2021, at Mission Funeral Home - South Side, 6204 S. First St., Austin, Texas.

Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11:00 a.m., on Friday, October 8, 2021, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 9th & Lydia, Austin, Texas. Interment will follow at Assumption Cemetery, 3650 S. IH 35 Frontage Rd., Austin, Texas.

Services will be live-streamed to allow those unable to attend to participate.  Follow link to Facebook Live Mission - South Side

Due to the Coronavirus/COVID-19 Restrictions from the City of Austin,

capacity levels are restricted at funeral homes, churches, and cemeteries.

We politely request the continued use of face coverings in an effort to

help protect our community.   If you are ill or are concerned about the virus,

it is recommended that you not attend services. 

The family is so grateful to everyone for their understanding, love, and support

during this very difficult time.