Alicia G. Laurel

Alicia G. Laurel

March 30, 1935 – October 18, 2025

Alicia G. Laurel, 90, joined our Lord in His heavenly kingdom on Saturday, October 18, 2025. She passed away peacefully, leaving behind a profound legacy.

Born in Laredo, Texas, on March 30, 1935, to Herlinda and Jose Gallegos, Alicia began her journey here, graduating from Martin High School. Soon after, she met the love of her life, Adolfo Laurel, Jr. She married him, dedicated herself to starting a family, and then embarked on a fulfilling career. Alicia embodied the roles of a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, and sister.

Alicia’s professional life saw her contribute her talents to her early years at JCPenney, then moved to Laredo National Bank, and ultimately retired as an Office Manager at Kmart. Giving back to her community was a priority for Alicia, and she graciously volunteered her time and energy to the Ladies LULAC Council 690 & 618 and the Laredo Regional Medical Center Ladies Auxiliary.

Alicia was the heart and soul of her family, always ready for a great celebration. She found immense happiness in hosting lively family parties in her beautiful backyard, a space she poured her love into. She loved being outside, meticulously tending to her yard and plants. Her life was set to a wonderful rhythm, fueled by a deep love for music and dancing. Two special passions were her travels, which often took her to Las Vegas, Kickapoo, Hawaii, Mexico, and her love for preserving memories, frequently reminiscing on family events by watching recorded videos of their gatherings.

Alicia has been reunited in eternal life with her beloved husband, Adolfo Laurel, Jr.; her parents, Jose Maria and Herlinda Gallegos; her brothers, Humberto (Concepcion) Gallegos, Romeo (Olga Nella) Gallegos, and Jose Gallegos; and her sisters, Maria (Alberto) Saldivar and Olga (Alberto) Gonzalez.

Her memory will be forever cherished by her loving children, Adolfo (Julie) Laurel III, Adriana Belinda (Jose Luis) Rodriguez, and Veronica (Benjamin) Garcia. She will be profoundly missed by her grandchildren, who brought her immense joy, Vanessa (Javier) Reyner, Daniella (Robert) Icenogle, Elizabeth (Sean) Ali, William Laurel, Corey Franklin, and Jessica (Timothy) Villa. Alicia’s beautiful spirit lives on through her six great-grandchildren, Lillian Reyner, Olivia Reyner, Liam Ali, Roman Ali, Caroline Icenogle, and Elliott Villa. Alicia is also survived by her dear sister, Estella (Ignacio†) Perez and Minerva (Jack) Reeves, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, other loved relatives, and friends.

The family will be receiving condolences on Thursday evening, October 23, 2025 from 5:00 pm to 9:00 p.m. at Joe Jackson North Funeral Chapels & Cremation Services, 1410 Jacaman Rd.; where a Vigil for the Deceased and Rosary will commence at 7:00 p.m.

Funeral Services will be conducted on Friday morning, October 24, 2025 departing at 9:45 a.m. from Joe Jackson North Funeral Chapels to San Martin de Porres Catholic Church for a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m.

Rite of Committal and Interment will follow at the family plot of the Calvary Catholic Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be: Javier Reyner, Robert Icenogle, Timothy Villa, Sean Ali, Corey Franklin, and William Laurel.

The family would like to extend their most heartfelt gratitude to: Dr. Eduardo Miranda and his staff, Altus Hospice, and her loving caretaker, Martha Luna, who assisted her in her final days.

You may express your condolences, share your favorite memories, and sign the guestbook online at: www.joejacksonfuneralchapels.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care and direction of the funeral service professionals at Joe Jackson North Funeral Chapels & Cremation Services, 1410 Jacaman Rd., Laredo, Texas 78041; (956)722-8850.