Lydia

Lopez

Lydia Lopez passed away on January 25, 2026, at the age of 61.

She was born on September 25, 1964, in Sweetwater, Texas, to her loving mother, Ignacia Gauna. Lydia had a deep love for Tejano music, enjoyed dancing, and found great joy in traveling. She especially cherished road trips to visit family in Sweetwater and trips to San Antonio.

Lydia previously worked as a graphic designer and had a creative eye for decorating. She took great pride in her home and yard, finding peace and happiness in mowing the lawn, gardening, and watering her grass. She loved colorful flowers—petunias in particular—and often reminded her children that a well-manicured lawn was important because it was "the first thing people see when they see your home."

She enjoyed cooking and made sure her children learned how to cook as well. Lydia lovingly prepared her children's favorite meal—beef and cheese enchiladas—for every birthday. She taught them how to roll tortillas, not burn the rice, and ensure everything was well seasoned.

Lydia loved taking pictures and documenting memories. She had a remarkable ability with numbers and an incredible memory, remembering every important date, birthday, and event. She kept cards, photos, and trinkets, cherishing memories of happy times. She also loved garage sales, often waking her children early on Saturday mornings to hunt for "treasures."

Lydia enjoyed dressing up and had a fondness for dresses and blazers with shoulder pads, always paired with matching heels. Her bangs were always teased just right, held perfectly in place with plenty of hairspray.

She was the loving mother of Lindsey Jacques and Julian Ramirez, and a proud grandmother to Monica, Aaron, and Adley. Lydia was also deeply loved by her dog, Lily, her constant and faithful companion. She had a generous and kind heart, no matter her circumstances.

She is survived by her spouse, Jesus Cruz of Fort Worth, Texas; her daughter, Lindsey Jacques (Sean Jacques) of Sweetwater, Texas; her son, Julian Ramirez of Fort Worth, Texas; her three grandchildren; her brothers and sisters; and her beloved dog, Lily.

Lydia will be dearly missed by her family and friends. Her spirit, love, and joy will live on in all who knew her.

Funeral Services for Lydia will be on Friday,  February 6,2026 at 11:00am at McCoy Chapel of Memories, burial will be at Sweetwater Cemetery .

Funeral Arrangements are under the direction of McCoy Funeral Home.