Theresa Lynn Longoria

In Loving Memory of Theresa Lynn (Bergman) Longoria

September 16, 1968 – August 30, 2026 

   Theresa Lynn Longoria, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on August 30, 2026, surrounded by the love of her husband, Steve. She was 57 years old.

   Theresa was born on September 16, 1968, in Irving, Texas, to John Mason Bergman and Yvonne Marlene (Hanson) Bergman. She was a woman of deep faith, a generous heart, and unmistakable spirit. Theresa was stubborn when she believed she was right, feisty when someone crossed a line, and fiercely loving when it came to the people she called her own.

   In her young years, Theresa developed a deep love for horses and spent many memorable seasons immersed in horse handling. She enjoyed attending play days, participating in barrel racing, and even square dancing on horseback. Theresa and her brothers shared a childhood filled with laughter, mischief, and more than their fair share of crazy adventures. Together, they found plenty of ways to get into trouble, creating stories and memories that would follow them throughout their lives. Whether they were testing their limits, getting into some kind of shenanigans, or simply enjoying the freedom of being kids together, those years helped shape the strong, fearless, and feisty woman Theresa would become. These experiences reflected her adventurous spirit, determination, and love for the simple joys that brought people together. 

  Professionally, Theresa worked in childcare, where her compassion for children led her to work exclusively in special education. The same loving heart that led her to care so deeply for the children with disabilities she taught, also drew her to serve others through her faith. As an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, she devoted herself to serving both her church and her community. She regularly prepared and shared meals with others and opened her heart and home to anyone who needed a place to feel safe and welcome. She also took great joy in feeding military service members on base during the holidays—a reflection of her belief that no one should ever feel forgotten.

   One of the greatest gifts in Theresa’s life was the love she shared with her husband, Steve. He never missed an opportunity to make her feel loved, treasured, and cared for. Their love was a beautiful reminder that being deeply loved is found in everyday moments of life. She was his wife, his best friend, and the woman he was proud to spoil for all the years they spent together. 

  Theresa loved her grandchildren immensely and was deeply involved in their lives; she cherished every opportunity to teach, encourage, and spend time with them. She devoted countless hours helping and instructing them in their karate lessons, always emphasizing the importance of being strong, prepared, and self-protective. Her lessons went far beyond karate; she was teaching them confidence, resilience, independence, and the courage to stand up for themselves. 

  Theresa had a beautiful collection of passions and quirks that made her unique. She loved trying different foods and discovering new flavors, loved her cats dearly, and looked forward to the crispness and colors of Fall. She found joy in the simple pleasures of life, especially the quiet moments spent watching the squirrels as they gathered and ate pecans. It was a small ritual that brought her happiness and was just one of the many simple, beautiful things that made her smile. She also had a particular passion for food storage—what her family and friends sometimes referred to as her “doomsday prepping.” She believed in being prepared for anything, and she was certainly determined to make sure the people she loved would be taken care of.

  Those who knew Theresa will remember her generosity, her strength, her stubbornness, her fierce loyalty, and the enormous amount of love she gave to those around her. She had a way of making room for all living things, people and animals alike, in her home, or in her heart. Her family will carry forward not only the memories of the things she did, but also the lessons she taught through the way she lived.

  Theresa is survived by her loving husband, Steve Allen Longoria Sr.; her children, LeAnn Lynn Mixon and Steve Allen Longoria Jr.; her beloved grandchildren, Aliza Kollias Mixon, Leia Lynn Mixon, and Larry Chase Mixon; and her brothers, Burton George “Scooter” Bergman, Richard Wayne Bergman, and John Mason “JJ” Bergman Jr.

   She was preceded in death by her parents, John Mason Bergman and Yvonne Marlene (Hanson) Bergman. 

  Though her family will feel her absence in countless moments, Theresa’s love will continue through the people she nurtured, the lives she touched, the traditions she created, and the lessons she passed down. The memory of her fierce and tender heart will remain a part of them always.

  She has returned to her heavenly home, leaving behind her legacy of devotion to her family, her faith, and the gentle creatures she nurtured so deeply.

Services

 Puente and Sons Funeral Chapels

 14315 Judson Rd. San Antonio, TX 78233

September 14, 2026

 Viewing: 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. 

Chapel Service: 12:30–1:00 p.m.

Burial will be private with close family members and friends only.