Delma Irene Morales Wilhelm, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away on August 18, 2026, in Corpus Christi, Texas, at the age of 76, surrounded by her loved ones.

Born on July 27, 1950, in Corpus Christi, Texas, to Guadalupe Morales and Guadalupe Dominguez, Delma’s life was a story deeply entwined with the places and people she cherished most. Later in life, she embraced the rewarding role of a homemaker, caring for her family and her home.

Her nurturing spirit flowed not only to people but also to the living things that brought her happiness. An avid animal lover, she found immense pleasure in tending to her cherished pets, her heart always open to creatures in need. She possessed a special touch with her garden, spending countless peaceful hours amongst her flowers, finding beauty and serenity among the blooms she so lovingly raised.

In her journey, Delma was preceded in death by her brothers Ocampo Morales and Homero Morales, and her cherished mother, Guadalupe Dominguez Bernal. Their memories were never far from her heart, and now she is reunited with them in eternal peace.

Delma is survived by her two loving daughters, Brenda Marie Ramos(Mission, TX) Jessica Marie Lopez(Antero Gonzales Sr) ( Beeville, TX) Grandson Samson Lopez (Beeville, TX) Granddaughter Faith Irene Lopez(Robert Garcia)(Refugio, TX) Granddaughter Jocelyn Marie Navarro(Mission, TX) Grandson Antero Gonzales Jr(Beeville, TX), sister; Josefina(Roberto Rodriguez) (Laredo, TX) their children, Beatrice Irene Cazares(Danny) (Corpus Christi Texas) Rosa Amada Martinez(Danny) Roberto Rodriguez III(Shannon) (Corpus Christi, TX) Adela Christina Uribe(Paul) (Austin, TX), Niece Alicia; Molina(Jerry)(Grand Prairie, TX), Nephew; Eduardo Morales(Maria)(Grand Prairie, TX), Niece; Aimee Morales ( San Antonio TX) and numerous great nieces and nephews. She will also be remembered by her lifelong family friend, Lee Ann Sanchez (Kingsville, TX); family friend Tana Rodriguez; caregiver Maria Trevino; family friend Pat Guerrero of Kingsville, Texas, each bearing a piece of her warmth, wisdom, and compassion.

Delma Irene Morales Wilhelm’s family invites all who knew and loved her to gather in remembrance: a visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Turcotte-Piper Mortuary, 205 General Cavazos Blvd, Kingsville, TX 78363. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 PM that evening. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in her honor on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at 11:00 AM at St Martin Catholic Church, 715 N 8th St, Kingsville, TX 78363.

Her passing has brought to us a lesson to never take anything for granted. Tomorrow is never guaranteed; live every day to the fullest. Hold your loved ones dearly because one day the good Lord will need them back.