Josefina Ledesma Maldonado

Josefina Ledesma Maldonado passed away peacefully on March 9, 2026. Born on April 10, 1950, in Salinas, California, to Jose O. Ledesma and Maria De Los Angeles Gutierrez, she lived a life deeply rooted in family, service, and community.

Josefina worked diligently for many years at Del Monte Corporation, Williamson-Dickies, Amistad Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, UCISD Cafeteria, and Zavala County Bank. Through her strong work ethic and genuine kindness, she formed lasting friendships and touched countless lives. She found great joy in cooking and sharing meals with family and friends, and she also enjoyed sewing, gardening, and traveling. A devoted volunteer, she gave generously of her time to the Sahawe Dancers, Girl Scouts, and Boy Scouts, creating meaningful experiences for many young people and families.

She is survived by her loving children Jorge L. Maldonado and spouse Alma Rangel of La Pryor, Reynaldo L. Maldonado of Uvalde, Jovita L. Maldonado of Uvalde, Ruben Jaime Maldonado and wife Jenni R. of Uvalde, and Ramiro L. Maldonado and wife Jennifer Z. of Lytle. She is also survived by her brothers Juan Ledesma and wife Luz Elena of DeRidder, Louisiana, Jaime Ledesma and wife Ninfa of La Pryor, Texas, Ricardo Ledesma of Houston, Texas, Patricio Ledesma and wife Natividad of Kerrville, Texas, and Jose Ledesma and wife Maria Dolores of Big Wells, Texas. Josefina was a proud grandmother to 11 grandchildren and a cherished great-grandmother to 14 great-grandchildren, who brought her immense joy.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jose O. Ledesma and Maria De Los Angeles Gutierrez; her husband, Reynaldo O. Maldonado; her sisters Amanda Ledesma Ramirez, Teresa Garza, Anita Ledesma, and Veronica Ledesma; and her beloved daughter Raquel Maldonado Tiedtka. Josefina will be remembered for her generous heart, her devotion to family, and the warmth she shared with everyone she met. Her legacy lives on through the many lives she touched and the loving family she leaves behind.