Amelia was born on January 12, 1947, in Santa Catarina, México, to Nieves Serratos and Teresa Sánchez. She married Meregildo Portugal on August 7, 1966, in León, Guanajuato, México.
In her younger years, Amelia worked as a nurse, a profession that reflected her caring and compassionate nature. After her marriage, she devoted herself to raising her family. Following the passing of her husband, Amelia returned to the workforce and was employed at Wings Factory, where she worked faithfully for 15 years. In her spare time, she enjoyed crocheting, a hobby she found relaxing and fulfilling, and she took pride in creating beautiful handmade items for family and friends.
Amelia attended St. William Catholic Church when she was able and found comfort in her faith. She will be remembered for her strong work ethic, loving heart, and unwavering dedication to her family.
She is survived by her children, Miguel Angel Portugal and wife, Claudia; Carol Portugal and husband, Danny Ray; Fernando Portugal and wife, Ruby; Martha E. Orozco and husband, Francisco; and Hector Portugal; her brothers, Antonio Serratos and Miguel Serratos; and her grandchildren, Christian, Angelina, Francisco Jr., Miguel A. Jr., Nicholas Ray, Luz Elena, and Olivia J.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Meregildo Portugal; her daughters, Maria Elena and Martha; her parents; and her sister, Guadalupe S. Jiménez.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, January 31, 2026, at Coker-Mathews Funeral Home Chapel in Greenville, Texas. Visitation will be held from 12:00 noon until service time at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Royse City Cemetery in Royse City, Texas.
Pallbearers will be Francisco Jr., Nicholas Ray, Miguel A. Jr., Christian, Fernando Portugal, and Hector Portugal.
Condolences(5)
Angie Vega-Olivare
Greenville, TX Saturday, January 24, 2026 Sending my love and deepest sympathy to you and your family.Irma Barcenas
Greenville, TX Tuesday, January 20, 2026 My prayers are with family. May GOD give you all strength. She was a beautiful person. My condolencesAmanda Lopez
Bonham, TX Tuesday, January 20, 2026 Condolences to the family. The loss of a loved one isn’t easy. May the Lord give you all the strength and surround you with love through this time.Bill Smith
Selma, TX Monday, January 19, 2026 Carol & Mike, I’m so sorry about your mother’s passing. I know the pain & it definitely sucks! I pray for comfort for you both.Bill Smith
Juanita Urbina and Family
Greenville, TX Sunday, January 18, 2026 Sending you love, strength, and heartfelt condolences during this painful time. Your mother’s love and legacy will always live on through you and those who were blessed to know her.