Beatriz Garcia

Beatriz Garcia DeSilva, age 99, went to be with our Lord on October 10, 2026 in Creve Coeur, Missouri.

Born on March 7, 1927 in Mexico City to Beatriz DeSilva Obregon and Luis DeSilva. She was the oldest of 12 children.

She is survived by her sisters Lourdes Dominguez, Socorro Contreras, son Marino Garcia (Annie), daughter Maria Garcia, son Luis Garcia (Jill), daughter Patricia Grassmuck (Michael), daughter Cristina Garcia, son Marco Garcia (Angela). 12 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren Also, survived by over 30 nieces and nephews and their families.

Beatriz was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years Marino Garcia, daughter Joaquina and son Ricardo, 3 grandchildren; and 9 siblings.

Her childhood years were spent in Mexico City until her family moved to Acapulco, Mexico. She became a champion water skier and met the love of her life Marino Garcia from East St. Louis Illinois when he stayed at her family’s small hotel. After their marriage they moved back to the St. Louis area. Her life centered around her family and serving God by acts of love and kindness to all the people in her life.

She was an excellent homemaker, a substitute teacher at McKendree College, worked at Montaldos, was a court reporter, a translator, and a travel agent. Her passion for travel fulfilled her dreams of going to Jerusalem and Europe.

She was loved by all who knew her.

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