Deloy Lorraine Martin Dawson, of Castroville passed away January 30, 2025 at the age of 91. She was born August 21, 1933 in McAllen, Texas to Edward F. Martin and Elaine Mack Martin.

On June 25, 1953, Deloy married Harold Thomas "Tom" Dawson, Jr. at her parent's home in San Juan, Texas. They were blessed with sixty-four years of marriage at the time of Tom's passing in 2017.

After Tom's retirement in the mid 1990's, Tom and Deloy purchased a historic home in Castroville. After their home's restoration was complete, they moved to Castroville and fully embraced life in their new home. They both became very involved in their new community and church and made many wonderful friends.

Deloy was a member of St. Louis Catholic Church and a member of the St. Ann's Altar Society. She also helped with the St. Louis Bereavement Committee for many years.

Survivors include her children, Clark Dawson (Robin) of Universal City, Susan Farrell of Floresville, and Robert Dawson (Carolyn) of Lozano; grandchildren, Robert Cummings (Dusti), Kathryn Dawson (Al), Andy Dawson (Jordan), Jodiah Dawson, Justin Dawson, Amber Farrell, Jack Edward Farrell; five great-grandchildren; brother, Dr. Earl Martin (Acu).

Deloy was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Tom Dawson, Jr.; and her granddaughter, Brandy Cummings.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, February 14, 2025 at St. Louis Catholic Church. Interment will follow at St. Louis Catholic Cemetery in Castroville, Texas.

Memorials may be made in Deloy's memory to the St. Louis Catholic Church Bereavement Committee or to the charity of your choice.

Arrangements by Tondre-Guinn Funeral Home. www.tondre-guinn.com