Dora Alicia Pizaña

Dora Alicia Pizaña, 86, joined our Lord in His heavenly kingdom on Saturday, February 28, 2026.

Dora will be remembered for the warmth she carried in her heart and the love she so freely gave to everyone around her. She found her greatest joy in spending time with her children and grandchildren, treasuring every laugh, every story, and every simple moment shared together. Being surrounded by family was where she felt most at home, and her presence created a sense of comfort, belonging, and unconditional love.

She had a deep appreciation for the outdoors and found peace in nature’s beauty. Whether tending to her garden or simply enjoying fresh air and sunshine, Dora felt most alive with her hands in the soil, nurturing life and watching it bloom. Gardening was one of her many expressions of care a reflection of how she tended to the people she loved.

Dora also expressed her love through cooking. Her kitchen was a place of warmth, where family and friends gathered not only for meals, but for connection. Every dish she prepared was made with intention and heart, filling both homes and spirits.

Above all, Dora was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, cousin, and friend. She had a gentle strength, a generous spirit, and a way of making everyone feel seen and cherished. Her love was steady, patient, and unwavering a gift that will continue to live on in the hearts of all who were blessed to know her.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Jesus Agustin Pizaña; her son, Jesus Pizaña; her parents, Roman Garcia and Avelina Teneyuque; her siblings, Oscar Garcia, Oralia Garcia, and Juan Roman Garcia.

Left to cherish her memory are her sons, Oscar (Tania) Pizaña, Fernando (Norma) Pizaña, and Xavier (Claudia) Pizaña; her grandchildren, Regina Pizaña, Oscar Pizaña, Jr., Valeria Pizaña, Fernando Javier Pizaña, Leonardo Pizaña, Jesus Pizaña, Emmanuel Pizaña, and Christian Pizaña; her sister, Rosa Hilda Garcia; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended relatives, and friends.

The family will be receiving condolences on Thursday evening, March 5, 2026 from 5 to 9 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 p.m.

Funeral Services will be conducted on Friday morning, March 6, 2026 departing at 10:30 a.m. from Joe Jackson North Funeral Chapels to St. Patrick Catholic Church for a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m.

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

Pallbearers will be: Fernando Pizaña, Leonardo Pizaña, Fernando Javier Pizaña, Xavier Pizaña, Jesus Pizaña, and Emmanuel Pizaña.

Honorary Pallbearers will be: Oscar Pizaña, Jr.

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.