Nancy was born June 9, 1966, to Rudolph Cortez and Rosa Mendoza in Abilene, TX. She married David Lira on February 12, 1983, at Templo Bautista in Plainview, TX.
Nancy always loved attending her children’s sporting events. She was her granddaughter Bella’s biggest volleyball and soccer fan. She enjoyed cooking for her family. Her favorite breakfast was pancakes and she loved making enchiladas. She enjoyed singing with family and the Church. She loved pepperoni pizza and movies. Nancy loved the snow and loved celebrating the Holidays with her family.
Nancy enjoyed working with the Teachers of LISD. She loved and supported her husband David and welcomed all the teenagers her husband coached as well as the friends of her children.
Nancy is survived by her husband, David Lira; children, Kerry (Alysia) Lira, Ashley Lira, David (Katie) Lira, Caleb Lira; grandchildren, Bella Champion, Mila Lira, Lilly Lira; parents, Rudolph Cortez, Rosa Garza; siblings, Rhonda (Jack) Garner, Rudy Cortez, Andi Garza, Eric Garza.
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