BORN

1957

DIED

2017

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Odessa, Texas

Elizabeth Leyva Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 28, 2017.

Elizabeth Rubio Leyva
God has taken our loving mother, sister, nana and aunt. Chavela passed away Monday, February 27, 2017 in Odessa. She was born on June 14, 1957 in Del Rio, TX to Jose and Dolores Rubio. Chavela is preceded in death by her parents and sister, Joann. She is survived by a daughter, Lori Rubio and husband Cal Payne of Odessa, sons, Alvaro Leyva and wife Abby, and Jason Leyva, sisters, Mary Medina, Diane Rubio and Betty Gonzalez, she is also survived by a very special granddaughter, Lizette Molina, whom was the light of her life, also (9) grandchildren and (6) great-grandchildren. A visitation will be held Sunday, March 5, 2017 at Odessa Funeral Home 1:00 to 9:00 pm, with services from 7 pm to 9 pm. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am. Monday, March 6, 2017 at Odessa Funeral Home Chapel. The family would like to thank each and every phone call, food and flowers. Services entrusted to Odessa Funeral Home.

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March 5, 2017

Mary Ann Gonzales

Rip my friend !! On ur journey to heaven u go but know that u will never be forgotten .. May God Bless the family u leave behind n give them strength to carry on .. I have great memories from back in the day when we used to hang out .I will never forget u !! Love Always Mary Ann Gonzales .

March 4, 2017

SEBASTYAN LEYA

March 4, 2017

JOSE AND NORA JUAREZ

Want to send our condolences to the family. .especially our dear friends Junior and Jason. Liz was apart of our family back when my husband and I first started dating back in 96'..she was such an amazing person with the biggest heart anyone could ever have... Junior and Jason we are always here for you guys even on your toughest times. . may god give all strength and faith through this hard ordeal. . May she R.I.P. .. LUV YOU CHAVELA. .

March 3, 2017

Katrina Martin

I am saddened by seeing this today. I pray for you and your family in this time. You will be missed my friend.

March 3, 2017

Katrina Martin

I was so upset when I saw this today. I will miss you my friend. It was a pleasure knowing you. May you rest in peace, Ms. Leyva. I pray that God comforts your family during this time.

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Odessa Funeral Home

1700 North Jackson, Odessa, TX 79761

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7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Odessa Funeral Home

1700 North Jackson, Odessa, TX 79761

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Odessa Funeral Home

1700 North Jackson, Odessa, TX 79761

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