Tribute Planned for Former Mayor Lila Cockrell at Theatre

SAN ANTONIO – A public tribute is planned at Lila Cockrell Theatre on September 5 to honor the life of San Antonio’s former first female mayor.

Served 10 years on city council
15 years for San Antonio Parks Foundation
Public visitation planned for September 3

Lila Cockrell died this week, sparking a surge of remembrance throughout the San Antonio community. Mayor Ron Nirenberg has even ordered flags to be flown at half-staff to honor her.

As a mark of respect for the passing of Mayor Lila Cockrell, I have asked organizations to lower their flags in recognition of the City of San Antonio's first female mayor.

Flags will be flown at half-staff immediately for Mayor Cockrell through the time of interment. pic.twitter.com/HQZEA9Z8sO
— Mayor Ron Nirenberg (@Ron_Nirenberg) August 29, 2019

Cockrell was remembered for breaking diversity barrios in city government, as she served 10 years on city council and 15 years as the president of the San Antonio Parks Foundation, as well as serving in numerous other leadership positions.

Please join us in honoring the legacy of Former Mayor Lila Cockrell, who passed away at the age of 97. She served as the first female Mayor of San Antonio and devoted her life to public service. Thank you for your commitment to our community, Mayor Cockrell. pic.twitter.com/xQ9vXkpQOa
— City of San Antonio (@COSAGOV) August 29, 2019

There will also be a public visitation on September 3 at 6 p.m. at the Mission Park Funeral Chapel North. A private memorial service is planned for the morning of September 5.

More details are expected to be released soon.

Check back for updates.

San Antonio’s 1st female mayor, the remarkable Lila Cockrell, has died at age 97. Lila was a Life Trustee of SAMA & a strong advocate of the arts. She christened SAMA by smashing a bottle of beer against the façade. Thank you for your commitment. You will be missed. #lilacockrell pic.twitter.com/HT7B3YYGAf
— San Antonio Museum of Art (@SAMAart) August 29, 2019

Lila Cockrell was a towering beacon in San Antonio, a woman who defined what it is and what it means to devote yourself to the service of others. She is an inspiration to all of us. My condolences to her family and loved ones. Our city will miss her.
— Joaquin Castro (@JoaquinCastrotx) August 29, 2019

Lila Cockrell was a pioneer and a visionary. pic.twitter.com/EkVCPmiuYs
— Joe Straus (@SpeakerStraus) August 29, 2019

San Antonio is the city she is today in no small part due to Lila Cockrell's leadership. The first woman to serve as San Antonio mayor, a WWII veteran, and a dedicated civic leader, our city mourns her loss. My thoughts are with her family and loved ones during this time.
— Gina Ortiz Jones (@GinaOrtizJones) August 29, 2019

If there were a Mount Rushmore for our city, Lila Cockrell would be on it. I deeply valued our friendship. She was truly an inspiration to all who care about our city and admire true leadership. We will miss her. pic.twitter.com/EdbQq3nGLu
— Mayor Ron Nirenberg (@Ron_Nirenberg) August 29, 2019

I am sorry to hear about Lila Cockrell's passing. Mayor Cockrell, the first woman to serve as San Antonio Mayor, was a trailblazer and a bridge-builder.

The contributions she made to San Antonio reached every corner of our city and inspired so many of us. She will be missed. pic.twitter.com/XvazcTM0vL
— Julián Castro (@JulianCastro) August 29, 2019

"It is with deep sadness that our community at large, we at CPS Energy, and I personally, mourn the loss of a true San Antonio icon and pioneer, Mayor Lila Cockrell..." - @Paula_GW https://t.co/bs6e1aFPOD pic.twitter.com/wCemI55owH
— CPS Energy (@cpsenergy) August 29, 2019

We are saddened to hear of the passing of our friend and beloved civic leader, The Honorable Lila Cockrell. Lila helped launch HemisFair '68 and was there as ribbons were cut to signify the opening of the World's Fair. pic.twitter.com/DDADWR7bnj
— Hemisfair (@hemisfair) August 29, 2019

Public Tribute Planned for Former Mayor Lila Cockrell at Dedicated Theatre

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