Elizabeth Rangel

Elizabeth Ann Jackson Rangel, 85, of Venus passed away Saturday, Jan. 14, 2017 in Keene. She was born March 10, 1931 in Olympia, WA to Albert William and Anna Ely Jackson. She married Antonio Rangel on June 17, 1964 in Alamogordo, NM and he preceded her in death. Mrs. Rangel was a homemaker and a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great grandmother, sister, aunt, and a dear friend to many. She was of the Baptist faith. Survivors include her children, James Orsech and wife Paula of Ore City, Tracey Kastel and husband Bill of Venus, Michael Rangel of Ft. Worth, Trisha Rangel and Tara Rangel Johnson of TX; eight grandchildren; 12 great-great grandchildren; nephew, Jame Jackson and wife Martha of San Antonio; sister, Marie Estrate of IL., and numerous other relatives and friends who will miss her greatly. She was preceded in death by her parents; four sons, Scott Martinsen, Chris Martinsen, Bradley Martinsen, and Mark Rangel; daughter, Toni Orsech; two brothers; and one sister. The family would like to give a special thank you to Town Hall Estates for all of their loving care of Elizabeth. A memorial service will be held at a later date.