Raul Garcia Obituary

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GARCIA, Raul L. Garcia was born on October 15,1929, in San Antonio, TX and has
been a life-long resident of the Alamo City. Raul passed away peacefully on Monday, January 28, surrounded by his family. Raul served at Fort Sam Houston as a dedicated accountant for 32 years. Raul also served with distinction in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. He was one of four children born to the late Arnulfo and Natividad Garcia. He is survived by his brother Oscar and sisters Nora and Lilia. He was the beloved husband of Raquel Martinez Garcia for 44 years and the father to children who adored him, Sandra Austin, Judy Rodriguez, Raul Carlo Garcia, Rene Garcia, and Laura Aguilar. Raul joins in God's Kingdom his pre-deceased beloved step-daughter, Carla Albidress. Grandpa Garcia was blessed with 11 grandchildren... Scott, Sean, Dillon, Hunter, Danielle, Gabby, Gia, Carla, Diego, Tiannah, and Gavino. Raul was a great cook and notorious for his menudo and his "GK" hot sauce. Raul was an avid golfer and loved traveling to Las Vegas with his wife and friends. He loved barbecuing and spending quality time with family. Raul had a great sense of humor and was always the "life" of get-togethers and parties. His infectious smile would resonate to whoever was present. He touched many lives during his long and wonderful life and will be greatly missed but we are at peace knowing he has entered the gates of heaven. A memorial service will be offered on Monday February 4, 2013, at 10:00AM at Holy Cross Cemetery and Mausoleum located at 17501 Nacogdoches Rd. San Antonio, TX 78266.

Published by San Antonio Express-News on Feb. 3, 2013.
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My sincere condolences to all of the Garcia Family on the passing of my friend, Raul. I enjoyed working with him and knowing him for over 20 years at Fort Sam Houston. God bless and comfort you all.

Bill Hickey

February 9, 2013

Our condolences to Raquel a d Children, we were sorry to hear about Raul's death, We remember the good times we had playing poker till all hours on Commerce St. May he rest in peace! Jesse and Mary Castillo

Jesse and Mary Castillo

February 8, 2013

Dear Garcia Family:

Please accept my deepest sympathies on the loss of your beloved. There are never any right words to express how deeply sad I am for the pain your family is enduring at this difficult time.

As Chair of the Senate Committee on Veteran Affairs and Military Installations, I am sincerely thankful for his valiant service in defense of our rights and freedom.

His commitment to family, friends, our community, and to serving our great nation leaves a wonderful legacy. May the love and the wonderful memories you shared with him help you when you need it most. He will never be forgotten, and your family will be remembered in my prayers.

Hon. Leticia Van de Putte

February 7, 2013

Raquel, please accept my deepest condolences to you and your family. Raul was a great friend not only to me but to my husband, Romeo Trevino. He was always full of life and joking around.

Yolanda Trevino

February 5, 2013

My condolences to Raul's family. I worked with Raul as a young auditor with Army Audit Agency in the early 60s. I remember him as a kind supervisor, with a great sense of humor.
Jerry and Tonianne Goebel, Sierra Vista, AZ

February 4, 2013

Raquel, our family's prayers and condolences to you and your children on the loss of Raul. We have great memories of fun times spent with both of you. We pray for God's blessings and comfort for all of you during this sad time. The Benitez family.

February 4, 2013

The Garcia family is in our thoughts and prayers. With deepest sympathy, John Trollinger Family

February 4, 2013

My sincere condolences to Raquel and the Raul Garcia family. Raul was our landlord on Pecos Street. He was always very kind to my family -- Dona Rosa Cortez, Severita Nieto and me, Mary Jane Nieto Diaz. He especially liked to make my grandmother laugh. I also remember when Judy, Raul, Rene and Laura were small and would come to visit their grandparents - Don Arnulfo and Nacho. We lost track of the family and wondered if they still lived in San Antonio. May God bless all of you -- Raquel, Sandra, Judy, Raul, Rene, Laura, Oscar, Nora and Lilia and all the grandchildren.

Mary Jane Nieto Diaz

February 4, 2013

My condolences to all the Garcia Family members. I have very fond memories of Mr. Garcia when I was his neighbor and living on Gramercy st, and growing up with his children. I will always remember his smile and his love for the Dallas Cowboys. Rest in peace Mr. Garcia

William (Bill) Stanford

February 3, 2013

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