Maria Magdalena “Nena” Gomez, 73, of Pecos, Texas, passed away on June 9, 2026, in Pecos after a lengthy battle with cancer.

Nena was born on November 19, 1952, in Pecos, Texas, to Alberto and Eloisa Bustamante. She spent her entire life in the community she loved. Although she often talked about moving away someday, Pecos was always home.

In July 1979, she married the love of her life, Alonzo Gomez, in Pecos, Texas. Together they built a life filled with love, family, and lasting memories while raising their two sons.

For over 30 years, Nena worked as a hairdresser, a career through which she met countless people who became dear friends. She enjoyed garage sale shopping with her friends, collecting knickknacks, and finding joy in life’s simple treasures. Above all, Nena cherished her family. Her greatest happiness came from spending time with her children and grandchildren, whom she loved deeply and spoiled every chance she got.

Nena will be remembered for her warm heart, her gift for conversation, and her ability to make everyone feel welcome. She was a loyal friend and a caring presence in the lives of many. Before her health began to decline, she enjoyed volunteering at the Pecos Food Bank, where she shared her time and compassion with others.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Alberto and Eloisa Bustamante; her brother, Jose Luis Bustamante; and her beloved grandson, Miguel Angel Gomez.

Nena is survived by her husband, Alonzo Gomez of Pecos; her sons, Mark Anthony Gomez (Desarae) of Pecos, and Eddie Gomez (Gabriella) of Odessa; her grandchildren, Mark Anthony Gomez Jr., Emery Gomez, and Evany Gomez of Pecos, and Abigail Gomez and Aidan Gomez of Odessa; along with many extended family members and friends who will miss her dearly.

A Rosary will be held on Monday, June 15, at Pecos Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, June 16, at 10:00 a.m. at Santa Rosa Catholic Church, with burial to follow at Mt. Evergreen Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Pecos Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be Zach Whisenant, Ethan Ramos, Abel Chavez, Luis Salgado, Jesus Gomez, and Angel Nunez. Honorary Pallbearer will be Mark Anthony Gomez Jr.

The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the staff of MD Anderson Cancer Center, Texas Oncology, and Pecos Funeral Home for their care, compassion, and support during this difficult time.

Nena’s love, kindness, and devotion to her family will forever be remembered and cherished by all who knew her.