Juanita "Janie" Gutierrez Gatica

Juanita “Janie” Gutierrez Gatica, 77 of Dumas, passed away on Tuesday, November 10, 2026. A Rosary will be prayed at 6 o’clock in the evening on Friday, November 13, 2026, at Morrison Memorial Chapel. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 1 o’clock in the afternoon on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church with Father Juan Carlos Barragan as celebrant. Interment will follow at Dumas Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Beeson ~ Morrison Funeral Directors.

Janie was born on May 22, 1949, in Little Rock, Arkansas, Janie was the daughter of Jessie and Eulalia (Tijerina) Gutierrez. Throughout her life, she was known for her dedication to work, her love for family.

Janie worked at JBS for more than 30 years, a reflection of her strong work ethic and steady commitment. She was also known to many through KDDD Radio in the 80’s, where she served as a Spanish DJ, sharing music and companionship with listeners and bringing her voice to the community in a meaningful way. She was of Catholic faith.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers: Jacinto Gutierrez, Jr., Ramiro Gutierrez, and Ray Gutierrez; sister: Irma Navarez.

Janie is survived by her daughters: Yolanda Castillo of Amarillo, TX, Gloria Mason and husband Shawn, Krystal Beltran and husband Omar all of Dumas, TX; grandchildren: Dominique and Anais Beltran; siblings: Mary Lou Baeza, Sylvia Gomez, and Ralph Gutierrez along with numerous other extended family members.

Above all, Janie treasured her family. She especially enjoyed her grandchildren and took great happiness in following their activities, celebrating their lives and accomplishments with pride and love.