Sylvia Najar Benavides, 65, was called to be with our Heavenly Father on Tuesday January 12, 2021. She was born on August 16, 1955 in Corpus Christi, Texas.
Sylvia went home to the Lord to reunite with her parents Jose and Juanita Najar, and brother David Najar.
Sylvia enjoyed spending time with her sisters whether it was shopping, eating at her favorite restaurants, or sitting at home with family. A woman of faith, Sylvia loved worshiping at Bridgeway Church and spending time with her Bridgeway family. She lived life to the fullest while caring for her family and friends who loved her dearly.
She is survived by her husband of 43 years Baldemar O. Benavides and her children Joe Richard (Jessica) Benavides, Lisa Vera, David Brian Benavides, Veronica (Amine) Moumane, and Diane (Gabriel) Elizondo. Her beloved grandchildren Matthew, Jacob (Stephanie), P.J, Cody, Michael, Ava, Ezra and Ethan. Her beloved sisters Viola (Johnny) Reed, Cindy (Noe) Gonzalez, Margie Pompa, Janie (Albino) Sandoval, with numerous nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.
Visitations will be held Tuesday January 19th from 12:00pm-7:30pm at Bridgeway Church with a memorial service beginning at 6:00pm. A Funeral Service will be held at Bridgeway Church Wednesday January 20th at 12pm. Interment to follow at Coastal Bend State Veterans Cemetery. A reception will be held at 4:00pm at Bridgeway Church.
All flowers and donations will be received at Bridgeway Church, 3202 Rodd Field Road Corpus Christi TX, 78414.