Lillian was a long-time resident of San Antonio. She was born in St. Hedwig, Texas on July 31, 1939. Her family relocated to San Antonio, Texas before she was two years old. She had an older sister Helen, and two younger brothers Stanley and Tom.

Lillian attended and graduated from St. Gerard's elementary and high school.

She has had several jobs over the years, but her favorite was with San Antonio Light. She started in clerical, worked hard, and rose to executive secretary for the head of the newspaper. The newspaper sent her on assignments all over the world, to include Italy, Germany, England, China, New Zealand, and Australia. She became a very seasoned traveler.

In 1993 when the newspaper closed, Lillian found employment at the historic Conservation Society of San Antonio. She worked in clerical and also did volunteer work for the Society. She especially loved working at a booth during Fiesta Days.

Lillian moved on from the Conservation Society and started work with the Diamond Shamrock corp. She worked in the complaint department. Lillian enjoyed the interaction with the customers and excelled in solving their problems.

Lillian was a proud member of Hermann's Sons Lodge, volunteering and serving in several leadership positions Later, she worked part time for the organization until her retirement in her late seventy's.

Throughout her life, her one constant was her love of faith and St. Gerard's Catholic Church. She was a very active member of the parish, volunteering in many capacities. She was a long-time member of the choir, always looking forward to rehearsal and performing at the service.

Lillians' faith, zest for life, vibrant personality, and positive lookout made her a wonderful and outstanding person.

Lillian would be happy knowing that her cherished friends and family have come to pay their respects and celebrate her life.

A rosary service will be held at Heritage Oaks Mortuary Chapel on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. A small reception will be held after the service at Heritage Oaks Mortuary before the graveside. The graveside will be at Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. there will be no procession, all who wish to be at the graveside will need to meet there.