Irene Agnes Santiago

Irene Agnes Kuba Santiago was born on September 18, 1952, in Cameron, Texas, to Czech parents, Adolph and Agnes (Dohnalik) Kuba.  Irene graduated from Rogers High School in 1970.

After graduation, Irene worked at the main SPJST office in Temple, Texas for several years.  She transferred to Texas Instruments (TI) in Temple.  She worked there till TI closed the business in Temple.

When Irene could no longer work effectively due to Rheumatoid Arthritis, she enrolled at Temple Junior College for a degree in Criminal Justice.  That journey proved to be too great for her, suffering with the crippling arthritis, a disease she fought all her life.  Despite the pain in her hands, she enjoyed crocheting for many years.

Irene is survived by her sister, Ann Cooper; her nephew, Larry Cooper and his wife Dawn; great nephew, Caleb Cooper, all of Taylor and many cousins.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Irene's name may be send to the Arthritis Association or any one of your favorite charities.