Paula G. Machuca, 88, of San Benito, Texas, passed away on Friday, December 23, 2016 at her residence. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ramon Machuca, Sr.; and her daughter, Angelita Lizcano. Paula is survived by her children: Ramon Machuca Jr., Elida Ponce, Elvira Machuca, Minerva (Jose Herrera) Machuca, Maria De La Luz Machuca, Maria C. (Federico) Martinez, and Alicia Rodriguez. Also surviving her are 27 grandchildren, 55 great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 28, 2016 from 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., with a holy rosary at 7:00 p.m., at Thomae-Garza Funeral Home. Funeral mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 29, 2016 at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mont Meta Memorial Park. You may sign the online guestbook and send words of comfort, flowers, or sympathy cards to the family of Paula G. Machuca at: www.thomaegarza.com. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Thomae-Garza Funeral Directors and Crematorium, 395 S. Sam Houston, San Benito, Texas, (956) 399-1331.