Bernardina M. Lucio

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bernardina "Nacha" Lucio, 94, of San Benito, Texas, who passed away on October 25, 2026, in Harlingen, Texas surrounded by the love of her family and friends.

Bernardina was born on May 22, 1932, in San Benito, Texas, to Juan Miranda and Margarita Colunga. Throughout her 94 years, she built a legacy rooted in family, love, and the simple joys of spending time with her family and those closest to her.

A devoted mother and grandmother, Bernardina found happiness in the company of her family and friends. She especially enjoyed playing lotería and bingo sharing laughter and creating cherished memories with the people she loved. Her family was the center of her world, and she will be remembered for the love she gave and the special place she held in the lives of those around her. Though her absence will be deeply felt, the memories she created and the love she shared will remain in the hearts of her family for generations to come.

Bernardina was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Benito Lucio; her parents, Juan Miranda and Margarita Colunga; and her four brothers.

She is survived by a loving family who will forever treasure her memory, including her children Benito Lucio Jr. (Reyna), Anna Hoffman (Richard), Ruben Lucio (Irene), Miguel Lucio (Afsana), Yolanda Serna (Phillip), Belinda Morales and Cynthia Puente (Leo). She also leaves behind 19 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren, all of whom carry forward the love and memories she shared with them.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the wonderful and caring staff at Windsor Rehabilitation for the exceptional care, kindness, and compassion they showed Bernardina during her time there. They would also like to express their sincere appreciation to her home health provider, Miros Rodriguez, for the love, kindness, and compassionate care she provided. Your unwavering dedication and support brought comfort and peace to Bernardina and her family during this time, and they will be forever grateful.

The Lucio family will receive friends and relatives on Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Buck Ashcraft San Benito Funeral Home with a recitation of the Holy Rosary at 7:00 p.m.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, October 30, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., at St. Benedict Catholic Church followed by interment at Mont Meta Memorial Park.

Bernardina's life was a blessing to those who knew and loved her. She will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered.

May God's perpetual light shine upon her and give eternal peace.