Irma Ana Anzaldua Cantu
Champion of Kindness.
Bestower of Love.
Keeper of FAMILIA.
March 10, 1951 – September 18, 2026
On Friday, September 18, 2026, Irma Ana Anzaldua Cantu left this earthly realm and stepped into eternity, leaving behind a legacy defined by kindness, love, laughter and, above all, FAMILIA.
Irma Ana believed familia was more than blood—it was a promise. It was showing up, gathering, sharing stories, celebrating milestones, making room for one more and loving fiercely. She carried her Mexican heritage with immense pride and joy, embracing the traditions and values that shaped her and intentionally passing them on to the generations that followed.
She was the keeper of those traditions and the heart of many family gatherings. Her legacy lives not in things, but in people—in every child, grandchild, great-grandchild, sibling, niece, nephew and loved one who carries a piece of her forward.
We are her legacy.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Ismael and Elida Anzaldua. Grandparents: Santiago and Petra Martinez, Alejandro and Ursula Anzaldua; her brother, Salvador Martinez; and her brother- in-love, Steve DeFoore.
She leaves behind her beloved amor, David Cantu; her children, Manuel Silva III, Misha Carmona (Richard), Damian Cantu (Michelle), and Stephanie Lockwood (Drew); grandchildren Gregory Torres, Michael Alaniz, Mandi (Ryan) Stubbs, Jordan (AJ) Flores, Marc Silva, Cisco Silva, Tony Runyon, Josh Cridland, Courtney LaBry, Camila, DJ and Gabriel Cantu, and Helen and Richie Lockwood; and great-grandchildren Makhai, Reese, Kori, Reign, Eliana, Mila, Abram and Sienna.
She is also survived by her siblings, Ida (Roy) Garza, Belinda (Frank) Whitehurst, Iris Ayala, Irina DeFoore, Josie Mejia and Mike (Michelle) Anzaldua, along with far too many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins and friends to count.
FAMILIA was her greatest love.
And now, FAMILIA is her legacy.
Celebration of Life
A Celebration of Life honoring Irma Ana will be held Sunday, September 27, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at: WaterGrove Event Venue, 3920 Gulf Freeway, Dickinson, Texas
Love you nini-court court
Deepest sympathy for family and loved ones.
The Milton Hocker, Jr. family
I am sad to learn of her passing! She truly had a gift of making those around her feel so special!!! May you always feel her hugs from heaven and may you pass down her love and traits to the next generations. 🙏😔🕊️
So sorry for your loss she was so sweet .
I love you Irma! I will miss your love and your laugh. Thank God for heaven! I can only imagine. 🙌
Jordan, Cisco, Mandi, Ida and Cantu Family, so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers for you all. May she rest in peace.
A true loss for everyone whoever met her! Mandi you’re In our prayers.
Ana was an amazing and beautiful lady inside and out. Every time she entered the room , she was dolled up and had a contagious smile that would brighten up the whole room.😊 I will truly miss our visits and talks. Heaven has received a Beautiful angel.👼. RIP my friend..😘 My thoughts and prayers are with all the family and David.
Love Tinna, Roger and Family
She was the most beautiful soul inside and out I’ve ever met in my life! It was with great pleasure to be in her presence! She will be missed.
Nini will be so deeply missed. She had such a big heart and always made room to love everyone. I know all the kids will miss their NaNa dearly. Sending so much love to the whole family.
IRMA here on this earth you will always be missed but never forgotten because of your smile and your heart warming laugh never forgotten RIP…