Criselda Valencia – Jan. 13, 1954 – Nov. 7, 2026

Criselda Valencia, age 72, of Fort Worth, passed away peacefully on Nov. 7, 2026, surrounded by the love and memories of those who meant so much to her. Funeral Service: 12 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, 2026, in Independence Chapel at Greenwood Mausoleum, 3210 White Settlement Rd., Fort Worth 76107, with an interment to follow at Greenwood Memorial Park. Rosary: 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026, in Independence Chapel at Greenwood Mausoleum. Visitation 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026, in Independence Chapel at Greenwood Mausoleum. Criselda was born on Jan. 13, 1954, in Cerralvo, Nuevo León, Mexico, to Tiburcio Gonzalez and Toribia Lopez Gonzalez. In 1993, she married her devoted husband, Jose Luis Valencia. Together, they built a life filled with love, treasured moments, and countless memories shared with family and friends. Above all else, Criselda’s greatest joy and proudest accomplishment was her family. She poured her heart and soul into being a mother to her eight sons: Avelino Guevara, Jr., Rolando, Carlos, Alberto, Ismael Jr., Roberto Carlos, Luis, and Erik. Her love for her children knew no bounds, and she carried each of them in her heart and prayers every single day. She found immeasurable happiness in watching her family grow, especially in her cherished roles as grandmother and great-grandmother. Criselda will always be remembered for her amazing cooking, which brought everyone together around the table and turned ordinary gatherings into cherished family memories. She had a beautiful faith in God that guided her through life, and she never hesitated to offer a prayer, a kind word, or a helping hand. To know Criselda was to know a woman whose heart was devoted to her family and whose faith carried her through life’s journey. She leaves behind more than memories; she leaves a legacy of love, strength, devotion, and faith that will continue through the generations. She is survived by her loving husband, Jose Luis Valencia; her sons, Avelino Guevara, Jr., and wife, Martha; Rolando Guevara and wife, Angel; Carlos Guevara and wife, Ranessa; Alberto Guevara and wife, Maria; Ismael Murillo Jr. and wife, Jennifer; Roberto Carlos Valencia and wife, Sylvia, Luis Valencia and wife, Sandra; and Erik Valencia and wife, Sulema. She also leaves behind thirty-two grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren, all of whom were a tremendous source of pride and joy in her life. Her love will forever be woven into the hearts of her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. May she rest peacefully in the loving arms of God. She will be deeply missed, forever loved, and never forgotten. Family and friends are invited to come together to celebrate Criselda’s life and honor the beautiful legacy she leaves behind. GREENWOOD FUNERAL HOME Greenwood Funeral Homes – Cremation 3344 White Settlement Road, Fort Worth 76107 817-336-0584 Related View more details from the funeral home site . Fort Worth Report is certified by the Journalism Trust Initiative for adhering to standards for ethical journalism .