Minerva Lerma's obituary , Passed away on October 14, 2025 in Abilene, Texas

Minerva Lerma

March 31, 1944 - October 14, 2025 (81 years old)

Abilene, Texas

Minerva Lerma's obituary , Passed away on October 14, 2025 in Abilene, Texas

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Elmwood Funeral Home and Memorial Park

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Minerva Lerma

March 31, 1944 - October 14, 2025 (81 years old)

Abilene, Texas

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Minerva Lerma Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Minerva Lerma of Abilene, Texas, who passed away at the age of 81, on October 14, 2025. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Minerva Lerma or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Minerva may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the echoes of her kindness, the warmth of her embrace, and the light of her enduring love.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Merced Garcia Hinojosa and Concepcion Molina Garcia; her husband Faustino Lerma Jr.; and her siblings, Olga Cardenas, Irma De Anda and Merced Garcia (Tito).

She is survived by: her children, Luis Lerma (Annette), Elia Smithson (Bob), Minerva Milne (John), Norma Lerma and Faustino Lerma III. She is also survived by 15 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Elmwood Funeral Home and Memorial Park



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Oct 16

Visitation

Funeral Home Chapel
5750 US-277, Abilene, TX 79606

Fri

Oct 17

Funeral service

Funeral Home Chapel
5750 US-277, Abilene, TX 79606

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