Victoria Cobian: April 21, 1957-Feb. 10, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved mother, wife, grandmother, and friend, who left us on February 10, 2026. She was born on April 21, 1957, the daughter of Victor A. Campos Licastro and Alicia Benitez de Campos, and lived a life full of strength, love, creativity, and determination.

She was the proud mother of three children Eduardo, Xavier, and Cynthia and the loving grandmother of two beautiful girls, Lena and Lexi, who brought her endless joy. Family meant everything to her, and she showed her love in her own way: constant support, attention, and always being there whenever someone needed her.

Anyone who knew her knew she was strong, stubborn, and a true fighter. She battled heart complications from diabetes for nearly 10 years. While she definitely didn’t love the physical therapy or everything that came with it, she kept pushing forward because she wanted more time with the people she loved. That determination, even on the toughest days, showed just how deeply she cared about being present for her family.

She grew up in Mexico and moved to the United States in her 30s, where she built a life centered on family, hard work, creativity, and community. Her home was always open to friends, family, or anyone needing support could count on her. She had an incredibly big heart, but she also had a strong memory if someone crossed her. One of her favorite phrases, ”Con movimiento,” reflected not only how she lived but how she created. Her ceramics and paintings carried a sense of motion and life, and many people could recognize her artwork instantly especially through the expressive eyes she gave her pieces.

Her artistic talent came naturally. Through ceramics and crafts, she created work that people across the country now cherish. There was always something unmistakably hers in every piece depth, emotion, and a story behind those eyes she painted so uniquely.

She shared a beautiful 42-year love story with her husband, Gilberto a love everyone around them could see and feel. They met in Guadalajara at a coffee shop connected to a sewing shop, where he worked at the café and she managed a high-end sewing shop. From the very beginning, they were inseparable. She lovingly called him ”Mi Gil,” and together they built not only a marriage but a true partnership in life, family, and business.

Together they operated Garc Inc., which took them across the country creating Native American artwork while raising their family side by side. Another meaningful chapter in their lives was Santo Coyote, the restaurant they built that became more than a business it created lasting friendships and strong ties to the Kerrville community. Through it all, their dedication to each other and their children was always clear. They worked hard together to give their family the best life possible, sharing a bond many people hope to find – the kind of steady, lasting love that carries through everything. Whether working, traveling, or spending time with their horses, especially her beloved Estrella, they were happiest together.

To her family, she was unforgettable: loving, sarcastic, strong-willed, and fiercely loyal. She taught us to be unstoppable, to go after what we want, and to never take anything for granted. Whatever dreams we had, she stood beside us ready to help make them happen.

She will be remembered for her big heart, resilience, humor, stubborn strength, and the way she made people feel welcomed and cared for. Her legacy lives on through her family, her artwork, and the countless lives she touched.

She will be deeply missed, forever loved, and never forgotten.

Memorial services will be held at 10 AM, Saturday, February 14, 2026, at Grimes Funeral Chapels. The memorial service will be livestreamed at https://evt.live/victoria-alicia-cobian-memorial-service

After the service, at 12 Noon, the family will be holding a meal that is being provided by Mercy Chefs at 610 Methodist Encampment Rd., Kerrville, TX 78028.