Isabel's Memorial Video

Isabel's Funeral Service Video

Isabel "Beli" (Polanco) Mata, age 68, passed away on Friday, January 10, 2025 at home, surrounded by family. Isabel was born on September 11, 1956 to Margarito and Aniceta (Ozuna) Polanco. She married Noe Mata on January 12, 1980, and had four children.

Isabel was a dedicated mother who made sure her children never went without. In time, she became a loving grandmother who adored her grandchildren above all else. She found joy in playing cards and Rummikub, ensuring everyone was well-fed, singing along to old country music, watching Hallmark Christmas movies, game shows, and cheering for "her Patrick Mahomies", as she called him. Her home was always open, welcoming guests and offering a place to stay for anyone who needed it. Though we deeply mourn her loss, we find comfort in knowing she is now reunited with her beloved daughter, Mary Lou.

Isabel is survived by her children, Jacob (Nataly) Mata, Sara (Nathaniel) Foster, Bianca (Juan) Perez; seven grandchildren, Baby Mario, Izabella, Antonio, Aaron, Joel, Maryella, and Eliana; a brother-in-law, Jose Elias Garza; two sisters-in-law, Maria Isabel Polanco and Guadalupe Polanco, and several nieces and nephews.

Isabel was preceded in death by her oldest daughter, Mary Lou; her parents, Margarito and Aniceta Polanco; along with six brothers and five sisters.

The Funeral Service for Isabel will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at Shiocton Bible Church, with Pastor Lee Endris officiating. The Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at Borchardt & Moder Funeral Home in Shiocton from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. and again on Thursday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service.