Modesta Cantu

Historical: Modesta and Aniseto Cantu were married August 22nd, 1949 in Levelland and they had 7 children from this union.   Her home cooking filled her families hearts with love and joy bringing many together for cherished moments that will live on forever.   She worked for South Plains College as a Custodian and House Keeping for over 10 years.   She has touched so many lives throughout her career over the years.   Hockley County Senior Citizens awarded her volunteer of the year for her dedicated service.   Also a member of the La Guadalupanas  for several years at St. Michael’s Catholic Church of

Levelland.   She was very loved and enjoyed spending time with all her family and friends.

Proceeded in Death by:

Husband of 47 years:   Aniseto  Saiz Cantu

Daughter:  Frances Cantu Duarte

Parents: McClovio and Francisca Chavez

Sisters:  Anastacia Mora

Brothers: Angel Chavez and Francisco Chavez

Survivors:

Son:  Ernest and spouse Omega  Cantu of Levelland

Daughters: Modesta and spouse Randy Lewis of Levelland, Mary Ann Milewski of Arlington, and Estela Duarte of Muleshoe

Brother: Viquien and spouse Rosa Chavez of Levelland

Grandchildren:  26     Great Grandchildren:  23

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