Heleodora Guillen Lorta

Heleodora Guillen, age 87, of Throckmorton, Texas, passed peacefully from this life on February 27, 2026. She was born on January 9, 1939, in Jimenez, Coahuila, Mexico, to Andres and Manuela Guillen.

A longtime resident of Throckmorton, Texas, Heleodora built a life rooted in faith, family, and quiet strength. She took great comfort and courage from her deep relationship with El Señor, which guided her throughout her life. Her unwavering faith was the foundation upon which she raised her family and faced life’s joys and challenges.

Heleodora’s greatest pride was her family. She is survived by her children: her eldest daughter, Manuela Guillen; her eldest son, Jose Angel Guillen and wife Tina; son Antonio Jimenez and wife Ana; son Jesus Jimenez and wife Tonia; daughter Catalina Balvatin and husband Ervey; and son Andres Jimenez and wife Laura.

Her legacy continues through 26 grandchildren, 41 great-grandchildren, and 11 great-great-grandchildren—so far—each one a testament to the love and devotion she poured into generations.

Heleodora found lifelong joy in gardening. Whether tending flowers or cultivating vegetables, she lovingly nurtured her plants just as she nurtured her family—with patience, dedication, and care. Her garden was not only a source of beauty and nourishment, but also a reflection of her steady spirit and generous heart.

She will be remembered for her strength, her faith, her gentle guidance, and the enduring love she gave so freely. Her life was a blessing, her memory a treasure, and she will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Survived by, Eldest Daughter- Manuela Guillen, Eldest Son- Jose Angel Guillen, wife Toni

Son- Antonio Jimenez, wife Ana, Son- Jesus Jimenez, wife Tonia, Daughter- Katalina Balvatin, husband Ervey, Son- Andres Jimenez, wife Laura, as well as 26 grandchildren, 41 great-grandchildren, and 11 great-great grandchildren, so far.

Heleodora took great strength from her faith and relationship with El Senor, her greatest pride was her family, and her life long joy was gardening.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00pm, Monday, March 2, 2026, at the Funeral Home Chapel in Throckmorton, Texas, 107 N Austin. A visitation is planned from 3:00 to 5:00 pm at the funeral home, Sunday, March 1, 2026. Burial will follow the service at the Throckmorton Cemetery under the direction of Smith Family Funeral Homes, Throckmorton.

Online condolences can be shared with the family at www.smithfamilyfh.com.