Juanita A. Carrillo's Obituary
Juanita “Janie” Carrillo passed away on Thursday April 10th, 2025, in her hometown,
Somerset, TX at the age of 82. She was born February 20, 1943, to Esiquio Aguilar and
Juanita Rivera.
Her parents, her son, Joe “Whop” Carrillo, and her sisters Petra and Maria preceded her
in death.
She is survived by her husband Domingo Carrillo Sr, children, Rebecca Carrillo (Neal) Wright of
Mishawaka, IN and Domingo Carrillo, Jr. (South Bend, IN) Sisters, Gloria Urias, Lupe
Arguello, and Francisca Machado and brother Victor Aguilar (Somerset, TX). Her
grandchildren, Neal Jr, and Abigail Wright, Chloe, Cadence and Joe Carrillo Jr. In
addition to a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.
Janie enjoyed gardening, socializing, making jokes, listening to music, and getting
dressed up—especially if she was going to a dance. Janie loved to listen and dance to her
Tejano music. She also enjoyed a good polka dance at the annual Our Lady of Hungary
festival.
Anyone who knew Janie knew she loved her flowers and plants, all things purple and her
friends and family. She was an incredibly kind person. Janie had a unique way to let
those important to her know how much she loved them. She was kind to all and loved
and respected by many. She will not only be missed by her family and friends; she will
be missed by many residing on the South Side of South Bend—as many would stop by to
see Mrs. Carrillo or those who simply pulled over to tell her they loved her flowers!
May the love that Janie, also known as Mrs. Carrillo, forever “bloom in our hearts”.
A memorial service will take place on Wednesday April 16th, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. to 2:00
pm at Camero Funeral Home, 20567 TX-16, Von Ormy, TX 78073. There will be a
celebration of life on April 26, 2025, at the Landing 2801 S. Michigan Street, South
Bend, IN 46614 from 2:00-6:00 pm.
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