Jayla Lynn Ayala, 12, entered eternal rest, February 4, 2026, in Uvalde, Texas, surrounded by her loving family. Jayla is preceded in death by her aunt, Alicia Danielle Sanchez.

Jayla is survived by her parents, Misty Cadena and Joel Ayala, brother, Julius Cadena, sister, Samarrah Cadena and Maya Ayala.

The Ayala family will honor their loved one on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at Leonard Funeral Home from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm. A rosary will begin at 7:00 pm. Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 13, 2026, at the Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church where a funeral mass will begin at 10 a.m. Interment will follow at the Guadalupe #4 Cemetery.

Serving as pallbearers are Eric Metoyer, George Escamilla, Rayman McNeal, John McNeal, Cole Welch and Leo Ayala. Honorary pallbearer will be Angelique Ayala.

Funeral arrangements under the direction of Leonard Funeral Home, 707 W. Houston St., Carrizo Springs, Texas 78834, (830).876.2119. You may express your condolences, share your favorite memories, and sign the guestbook online at www.leonardfunerals.com.