Paula G. Leal, 97, of San Benito, TX, went to be with the Lord on May 31, 2021. She was born February 16, 1924 in Los Fresnos, TX to Francisco and Amada Gonzalez. She was a housewife all these years. She married Trinidad Leal on October 8, 1942. Together they provided a warm and loving home for their 5 sons 3 daughters, 2 nephews and 1 niece. She was a faithful member of Templo Del Salvador Church in San Benito, TX. Paula was preceded in death by her husband, Trinidad Leal, son Ernesto Leal, Siblings Raymundo Gonzalez, Acilia Huerta, Carmen Gonzalez, and Ramiro Gonzalez She is survived by her children, Jose G.(Carlota) Leal, Ruben G. (Herminia) Leal, Ernestina (Joe) San Pedro, Delia(Floyd+) Kolander, Abram G. (Hermelinda) Leal, Alicia Perez(Fernando M. Jr.) and Hector(Elydia) Leal. Also surviving are 2 nephews and 1 niece, Richard, David, and Sylvia Cervantes. Also left to cherish her memory are numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren Visitation will be held Thursday, June 3, 2021, from 5pm to 9pm at Templo El Salvador, 1605 S. Sam Houston Blvd., San Benito, TX 78586. Visitation will continue on Friday, June 4, 2021, at Thomae-Garza Funeral Home in San Benito. A funeral service will be held at 2pm at Templo El Salvador in San Benito. Burial will follow to Mont Meta Memorial Park in San Benito. The family wishes to thank Dr. Bhatla, Dr, Phili, SBMA, Harlingen Medical Center, Kindred Hospice, and Golden Palms for taking care of our mother. The family would also extend a special thank you to Ernestina and Joe San Pedro, and also to Lupita Leal for being her caregiver. All individuals are encouraged to follow CDC guidelines by socially distancing a minimum space of 6 feet apart and must wear face covers or masks. (May include bandanas or sewn or cloth face coverings). You may sign the online guestbook, light a remembrance candle, or send words of comfort to the family of Paula G. Leal at Thomaegarza.com. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Thomae-Garza Funeral Home and Crematorium, 395 S. Sam Houston, San Benito, Texas, (956) 399-1331.