Juanita "

Janie" Villarreal

Juanita Caballero "Janie" Villarreal, 94, of Sweetwater, passed away Thursday, August 20, 2026 at Sterling Hills Nursing &Rehab in Sweetwater, Texas.

Juanita was born on October 26, 1931, in Kenedy, Texas. She married Jose Villarreal in 1974 and they shared many years of marriage together.

Juanita spent most of her life residing in San Antonio, Texas. Later in life, she relocated to Sweetwater to be near her family, where she spent her remaining years surrounded by those who loved and cared for her.

Juanita lived a long and meaningful life, reaching the age of 94. She went to be with the Lord on August 20, 2026. She will be deeply missed by her family and by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

May Juanita rest peacefully, and may her memory continue to bring comfort to all who loved her. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband , her siblings; her daughter, Norma Hernandez; her sons Juan Guajardo, Jacinto Guajardo, Vidal Guajardo

She is survived by her sons, Max Guajardo of Nebraska and Felix Villarreal of Abilene; her great-niece, provider and caregiver Sandy Castereno of Sweetwater; and numerous grandchildren, nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.

The family of Mrs. Villarreal would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the caring staff at Sterling Hills  of  Sweetwater, and Alpha- Omega Hospice for the compassion, kindness, and care they provided during the final years of her life. Your care for Juanita has not gone unnoticed and is deeply appreciated.

Visitation will be held at McCoy Funeral Home in Sweetwater starting Monday, August 24 at 1pm. Prayer service will be held Monday August 24 in evening, 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. with Rev. Jim Hargrove officiating.

Graveside services will be held Tuesday, August 25, at 10:00 a.m. at Sweetwater Cemetery.

Pallbearers; Sammy Caballero, Arnold Cabellero, Ricky Guzman, Eric Elizondo, Leonard Delgado, Jonathan Castereno

Honorary Pallbearers; Johnny Castereno & Justin Castereno