Angelita Reyes

Angelita Reyes, 79, of Moorhead, died on August 15th, 2025 in Essentia Health, Fargo, ND.

Angelita was born February 22, 1946, in D’Hanis, Texas, to Ysabel Gonzales Sr. and Francisca (Penia) Gonzales.

Angelita grew up in a loving family and cherished her memories of her childhood in Texas. Angelita attended grade school in Texas and later obtained her GED. She married Cecilio Reyes Sr. in 1967 and they soon began a family in Texas before moving to Moorhead, MN. Angelita lovingly raised her family and enjoyed her children and grandchildren. She was a very talented cook, often cooking large amounts of her delicious Mexican food for her family, especially on Sundays. She had a strong faith in God and attended church when she was able. She was also known by her family for her quick wit and sense of humor. She will be dearly missed.

Angelita is survived by her sons, Cecilio (Christine) Reyes, Moorhead, MN, Alfredo Reyes, Moorhead, MN; daughters, Elvia Reyes Dilworth, MN, and Esmeralda (Leroy) Reyes, Enderlin, ND; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; one sister, Roslinda Garcia; and one brother, Pete Gonzales, both of Lockney, Texas, and her beloved dog Mandy.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Ysabel and Francisca Gonzales; husband, Cecilio Reyes Sr.; her sons, Rueben Reyes and Jose Reyes; and her other beloved dog, Sally