Francisca Montalvo

Edcouch – Francisca Montalvo, born Francisca Abrigo, passed away on August 31, 2026, in McAllen, Texas, at the age of 80. She was born on November 24, 1945, in Falfurrias, Texas, and is remembered as a woman of devotion, tenderness, and steady love.

Francisca dedicated 30 years of her life to her work as a cafeteria manager for Weslaco ISD, serving with deep commitment and pride. She was very dedicated to her employment, and that consistency reflected the kind of person she was faithful in responsibility and generous in spirit. Beyond her work, she found joy in the simple and living things around her. She loved cats and animals, loved plants, and held a deep love for the church. Her faith was deeply rooted in her heart, and from a young age she felt drawn to a life of religious devotion, even considering becoming a nun, a reflection of the reverence and spiritual longing that shaped her life.

Family was a cherished part of Francisca’s world. She loved her nephews and nieces dearly, especially her nephew Pedro “Pedee” Abrigo. Her affection for those she held close was one of the enduring gifts of her life, expressed through warmth, loyalty, and the quiet ways that remain unforgettable to the people she loved.

She is survived by her spouse, Juan “Johnny” Montalvo. She is also lovingly remembered by her nephew Pedro “Pedee” Abrigo and Lupita Abrigo; her niece Valerie M. Sosa and Javier Sosa, and their children, Francisca’s grand-niece Makayla Sosa and grand-nephew Jayden Sosa; her nephew Vince Abrigo and Kimberly Abrigo, and their daughter, Francisca’s grand-niece Kiran Abrigo; her nieces Velma Abrigo and Vera Abrigo; Kathy Salinas and Eddie Salinas; and Julius Zatopek and Eloise Zatopek. She also leaves behind many other beloved nieces and nephews who may not be named individually here, but who were always close to her heart and shared in her love throughout her life. May their memories of Francisca bring comfort and may the love she gave continue to live among them.

She was preceded in death by her father, Tomas Abrigo, and her mother, Francisca Ramirez Abrigo; her brothers, Pete (Terry) Abrigo and Tony (Rachel) Abrigo; her sister, Rose Zatopek.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Francisca’s life on Thursday, September 3, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., with a Recitation of the Holy Rosary beginning at 7:00 p.m., at Serenity Funeral Chapel in Edcouch.

Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, September 4, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at St. Theresa of the Infant Jesus Catholic Church in Edcouch, Texas. Interment will follow at Rio Grande Valley State Veterans Cemetery in Mission, Texas.

Francisca Montalvo will be remembered for her faithful heart, her love of family, her care for animals and growing things, and the devotion that guided her life. Her memory will remain a blessing to all who knew and loved her.

Funeral arrangements are under the compassionate care and direction of Dr. Joseph Conde and the staff of Serenity Funeral Chapels, located at 1401 E. Santa Rosa Ave., Edcouch, Texas 78538.