Irene Pena Torres 86, passed away Friday April 1, 2022. She was born October 17, 1935, in Yorktown, to Nicolasa Pena and Luis M. Pena.
Visitation: 6-8PM Friday, April 8, 2022 at Lake Shore Funeral Home Chapel.
Memorial Service: 2PM Saturday, April 9, 2022 at Lake Shore Funeral Home Chapel. Click Here to View the Live Stream of the Service
She was preceded in death by her son, Rudy Torres; grandson, Anthony Burns; brothers, Pete Pena, Gregory Pena, and her parents.
She is survived by her husband of 67 years Robert Torres and four children, Sam Torres (Bonnie), Sylvia Burns, Sue Gomez (Eligio), and Rick Torres; sister, Sara Budd; brother, Luis Pena, and a multitude of grandchildren, great grandchildren, cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.
Irene met Robert Torres in Corpus Christi, Texas and was married June 27, 1954. They moved to the Chicagoland area in Illinois but eventually settled to a calmer life in Waco. Many memories were full of laughter and sometimes tears which she shared with her large family and friends. She will be remembered for her laughter, and beautiful smile. She was generous with her wit, and humorous ideas. She was always ready to share her life memories and wisdom with everyone. She was an amazing woman and always cared for her family.
A longtime Jehovah Witness. She was deeply involved with the congregation and loved the Holy Bible. It brought her great joy to share Bible scriptures about hope for the future. She lived a long happy life surrounded by her families’ love.
Place of Service: Lake Shore Funeral Home Chapel , 5201 Steinbeck Bend; Waco, TX 76708
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My Tia. A wonderful and great lady. I will miss your laughter and hugs.
Thank you so much for your kind words.
May she Rest In Peace
Thank you for the kind words.
Thank you Tio
Rest In Peace
Thank you
My Tia will always be remembered.
Thank you Cousin.
I remember the weekends we would spend at Tio Robert’s and Tia Irene’s home when we were younger. We always had a wonderful time.
It’s comforting to me to know that one day she will be brought back to a healthy life when she answers the resurrection call. Tia Irene will echo the words of Job found at Job 14:15 that say: “You will call and I will answer you….”
We all long for that day.
Linda Torres Mullaney
Thank you my dear cousin.
My condolences to Tio Robert and the family. I wish I have made it to the service but you all are my prayers.
Thank you cousin.
My Tia when I would see her she was always smiling and nice too me.May she rest in peace.
Thank you Aaron.
I am very sorry for your loss. I remember your Mom’s laugh and all the good visits our families had together and the vacations we too together. Love to you all, Tina Castillo Jacob
Thank you Tina.
Prayers , May she Rest In Peace
Thank you Elisa.
Many good memories were made when Robert and Irene would invite us to their home to enjoy a meal together or visit us for a cookout. Vacation to Mexico or skiing in the winter, there was always plenty of laughter and good times. Our family is saddened at your families loss but look forward to the time mentioned at Revelation 21:4-“…death will be no more”.
Thank you Tina.
I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers 🙏🙏🙏 are with you all.
Thank you Janet.
I will always remember her smile and kindness at the Kingdom Hall.
Thank you Dora.
My dear sister Torres, you will be missed by so many people. You’re only sleeping until Jesus awakens you in paradise and you surely will answer. You will be looking for your family and friends. We’re all striving to be there to welcome you to a wonderful paradise on earth my beautiful, precious sister. You’re in Jehovah’s memory. The safest place you can be right now. We love you so much.
Charles & Sarah Wells
Thank you Charles & Sarah.
Please accept my sincerest condolences. I remember serving in Lake Air congregation and Bob and Irene…such a sweet couple! I have many fond childhood memories with Gabriela and Angela. My prayers are with you all at this very difficult time.
Thank you Miss Barnes.
Irene was my friend and my Medicare client. Each year, I looked forward to meeting with Robert and Irene. She was such a wonderful lady who had the best smile and laugh. May our Heavenly Father send peace and consolation to your dear family.