Damiana Celaya Lopez

Damiana Celaya Lopez, 72, of Marathon TX, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2025, in Midland TX.

Damiana's greatest joy was her family, who brought her endless happiness and cherished memories. We love her deeply, and her spirit will forever be in our hearts, guiding us through the days ahead. Her laughter and kindness will always resonate with us, reminding us of the beautiful moments we shared together. We will hold onto her legacy and keep her memory alive in everything we do.

Rosary will be at 9:30 AM on April 25, 2025, at Our Lady of Guadalupe, St. Joseph’s Catholic Church,403 S Main St, Fort Stockton, TX 79735.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 AM on April 25, 2025, at Our Lady of Guadalupe, St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 403 S Main St, Fort Stockton, TX 79735, with the Father Francis of Our Lady of Guadalupe, St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, officiating. Burial will follow at Our Lady of Guadalupe Cemetery. Arrangements are by Sunset Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home.

Damiana Celaya Lopez was born in Marathon, TX to Guadalupe & Rosa Celaya on February 23, 1953. Damiana went to school in Marathon, TX, and married the love of her life Mario I. Lopez Jr. in Marathon.

Damiana is preceded in death by her parents, Guadalupe & Rosa Celaya of Marathon, TX; her siblings, Donaciano Celaya, Marcos Celaya, Castulo Celaya, and Julia Sanchez.

Damiana is survived by her husband, Mario I. Lopez Jr. of Ft. Stockton, TX of 49 years; children, Sion Lopez & Karla Gonzalez with grandchildren, Kristyna Gonzalez and Khaleesi Lopez of Odessa, TX. Christopher Lopez of Greenwood, TX. Rosanna and Edgar Montes with grandchildren, Ian (Madelyn Martinez) and Shaun Montes of Greenwood, TX.

Siblings, Locario Celaya of Marathon, TX, Juan Celaya of Casa Grande, AZ, Carlos Celaya of Phoenix, AZ, Valente Celaya of Casa Grande, AZ, Margarito Celaya of Alpine, TX, Petra Garcia of Stanfield, AZ, Delfina Diaz of Amarillo, TX.

The family of Damiana wishes to extend our sincere thanks to Fresenius Kidney Care Ft. Stockton for their unwavering support and compassion during her years with Fresenius. Everyone at Fresenius became her beloved family and friends, providing not only exceptional care but also warmth and understanding that truly made a difference in her life. We are especially grateful to Maria and Manuel Gonzales of Fort Stockton, who have been a tremendous source of strength and comfort, helping the family navigate through this difficult period with love and kindness. To all our cherished loved ones who have kept us in prayer and showered Damiana with affection, your support means the world to us. We hold you all in our hearts and appreciate your presence in our lives during this time of sorrow and remembrance. Thank you for being there for us.