Aurora M Villanueva, A Loving Wife, A Beloved Mother, & Grandmother, and Matriarch of her family, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on November 25, 1938, in Virac Catanduanes Philippines, and spent her life as a Pillar of Strength, Love, and Generosity. She dedicated her life to her family and will be remembered for her warm smile and unwavering support.

Aurora was the heart and soul of her family, always thinking of them first. Her dedication to her loved ones and her faith in the Lord were the foundation of her life. She was a loving Mother, Grandmother, who leaves behind a legacy of kindness, selflessness, and devotion.

Throughout her life, Aurora embraced quality time. She loved to eat, go out with the kids and grandchildren, and took great pride in her family. She was a lover of old goodies music and could often be found singing along to favorite song "My Way" by Frank Sinatra.

In her early life, she traveled more often, from Philippines to United States, including East Coast like: Italy while the late husband serves in the United States Armed Forces in the Navy. Her relationship with her late husband Venerable Villanueva, is a reflecting of a journey that they take together, the laughter they shared, and the challenges they overcome. Each experience has strengthened their bond and made them even closer.

After traveling the world with her husband and raising her family, she resided in the Philippines and later moved to the Us to live closer to her children.

Aurora's legacy will live on through her children, grandchildren, extended family, friends and all those whose lives she touched. She will forever be remembered as the rock of her family and a shining example of resilience under God.

May she rest in peace.

Aurora is survived by:

Her son Glenn Villanueva, his wife Marilyn Perez Villanueva, and their daughters Kate Villanueva and Katherina Villanueva

Her son Venerable Villanueva Jr., his wife Filma Oquilliano Villanueva, and their sons and daughter, Venerson Villanueva, Princess Villanueva and Venerable Villanueva III

Her son West Villanueva, his wife Maileen Mesina Villanueva and their sons and daughter,

Ervin-West Villanueva, Wilson-James Villanueva and Ashleen Villanueva

Her daughter Princess Villanueva Park, her husband Kison Park and son Edwin Lawrence Villanueva Park

Her son Joseph Villanueva, his wife Zorayda Romero Villanueva, and daughter Jayda Judith Villanueva

Her son William Villanueva, his wife Analiza Palma Villanueva

Her Nephew Denmar Villanueva, and Ireneo Gonzales

Her Neice Angelic Villanueva, Jessie Villanueva, and Elconida Gonzales Villanueva

Her Grand-Grand-children Filipina Villanueva Sinchioco and her husband Randolph Sinchioco and son Phil Villanueva Sinchioco

Her Sister Noemi Maravillas Imperial and son Vincent and Ryann

Her Sister Leny Maravillas Jamora her husband Gary Jamora and daughter Kristine and Hedilyn

Her brother Richard Maravillas and son Charlie and daughter Raquel

She was preceded in death by her husband, Venerable Villanueva and her son, Victor Villanueva

Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 from 11:30a.m. at St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church, 10727 Hartsook St. Houston, Texas 77034

Interment to follow at Houston National Cemetery, 10410 Veterans Memorial Dr. Houston, Texas 77038