Francisca Galvan Ruiz, 70, of Halstad, died on Sunday, September 22, 2013, at her residence. She was born on March 28, 1943, at Asherton, TX, to Samuel and Paula (Gomez) Galvan. Francisca grew up attending St. Thomas School in Asherton.
On February 2, 1964, Francisca was united in marriage to Pedro Ruiz in Asherton, TX. This union began a lifetime of rich family life, filled with devotion, adventure and love. Pedro and Francisca lived in Texas and travelled to Illinois, North Dakota, Nebraska, and, for the longest time, in Minnesota doing farm labor. When school began, Francisca was caring for the children in Texas, while Pedro finished up his work. While working in Minnesota, they were employed by Maurice Aronson family farms. In 1994, they moved to Halstad, where they have lived since.
Francisca's life was centered on her family. She was a homemaker and mother of eight wonderful children she loved spending all her time with. Francisca was a fabulous cook, especially her home made tamale's! She filled her house full of memories and faith to make her house feel like a "Home" built with love. As grandchildren and great-grandchildren were born into the family, Francisca continued her genuine love and devotion to each one, and many years of serving with her Catholic Church..
Some of her passions were gardening playing, bingo, and penny slots at the casino. A memory known to most will be hearing Francisca yell "Bingo!" Spanish soap operas, which DVR allowed her more convenient watching times, was a daily ritual. Francisca will most be remembered for the great love she had for her husband Pedro. She will also be remembered by her compassion for those whom were less fortunate.
Francisca is survived by her husband, Pedro, Halstad; Pedro Jr. (Jeerapone), Worthington, MN; Cynthia (Jerome) Rosenquist, Gary, MN; Alberto (Anna), Laredo, TX; Lisa (Joseph) Primeau, Halstad, MN; Samuel, Fargo, ND; Gustavo, Claudia Ruiz, and Paulita Ruiz, Fargo, ND; 28 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren; three sisters; Alma Galvan, Amelie Bergarra, and Angelina Galvan all of Texas; Six brothers; Jose, Rudy (Anita), Abel (Dianita), Abraham, Samuel (San Janaita), and Hector, all of Texas; many nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents Paula and Samuel Galvan, one grandchild, Marcos Parisien, and one brother Alberto.

Funeral mass will be on Thursday, September 26, 2013, at 2PM in the Holy Family Catholic Church, Halstad, MN.

Visitation will be one hour before the service in the church.
Burial will be in Asherton¸ TX