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1955
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2018
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Richard Cortes Obituary
Richard Cortes passed away peacefully on March 14th at the age of 62 surrounded by his loved ones.
He was a loving father to his six daughters, Amy Briones (Carlos), Michelle Washington (Shon), Misty Hernandez, Mandy Cortes, Debra Jean Cortes and Andrea Cortes and an adoring grandfather (17) and great-grandfather (2).
Richard is predeceased by his parents, Esperanza and Carlos Cortes, Jr. and step-brother, Jorge Cortes.
He is survived by his step-mother Rosa Cortes of Del Rio, Texas. Surviving siblings include, Dr. Carlos Cortes (Diana), Cecilia Rodriguez (Ray), Mario Cortes (Palmira), Elizabeth Hinojosa, Gerard Cortes (Veronica), and step-brothers, Charlie Cortes (Aida), Cesar Cortes (Gladys) and his longtime wingman, best amigo and brother in Christ, George Henderson. Richard will also be forever remembered by his numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and dear friends.
Born in Del Rio, Texas, Richard was a proud and spiritual man who cared deeply for his family. He loved sports and the outdoors and was an avid fisherman who never missed an opportunity to teach his grandchildren to fish or to join his family and friends on numerous fishing adventures throughout the country. Because of his easy going nature, great sense of humor, quick wit and outgoing personality, he was a friend to many and never met a stranger. Richard was a fun-loving person who lived his life to the fullest. He will be greatly missed by all who were blessed to have known him!
A warm and special thank you to the doctors and staff of Seton Medical Center in Austin for the wonderful care and support that Richard was given throughout his many years of treatment.
A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held on Saturday, April 7th at 1PM at Hillcrest Funeral Home in San Antonio, Texas.
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for Richard Cortes
Maurice McCoy
March 23, 2025
Loving father, grandfather, strong, funny, and also the father of a woman that I love very much.
Alberto Dominguez Jr.
February 16, 2025
My condolences to the family.
Juliette Villareal
March 23, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful uncle. We will love you and miss you always♡
Marcia Collins
March 23, 2019
God how I miss you
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Nora Jobes Babcock
April 13, 2018
My dear friend Richard will greatly be missed.Our condolences to family and friends. Rest in Peace my dear friend.
Sharon Simmons
April 8, 2018
My sincere condolences to Michelle, Mandy, Debbie, Misty and family. Although I didn't know your dad through Michelle and Mandy I know he was an awesome dad, PoPo to his grandkids and man. Cherish the gift that he was to you and pass that gift along to generations. You all are in my prayers and remember there is no pain that God can't handle give it to him and breathe.
Arline Kinder
April 7, 2018
Thank you for allowing me into your life. I will treasure all the memories we had together. I miss you deeply. I know you are watching over us. Much respect, My heart goes out to all the family . Such a special person in all our lives. See you in the afterlife, ily.
For you my Brother!
Donald Fair
April 7, 2018
Jonnelda Hightower
April 5, 2018
My sincere condolences Misty and the rest of family! You all will continually be in my prayers
Mike Byrd
April 3, 2018
My sincere condolences to the Cortes family in this time of grief.. May the holy spirit bring comfort to the family.. I know Richard is in heaven casting out for the big catch.. Had many great conversations with him over the years and the times i got to see him and visit.. A good dad, grandpa and great grandpa.. RIH Richard ..
Rebecca Silva
April 3, 2018
Prayer to you Michelle and your family I will never forget when I met your dad and he got me to eat tomatoes from the garden..
Richard Vega
April 3, 2018
Sorry for your loss..
my sincerest condolences to your family..
Richard & Norma
April 3, 2018
Misty, Our Deepest Condolences to you & your family. I know that his grandchildren will miss him dearly, he was so good to all of them. But, he will always be watching over all of you & untill you all met again, he will be your Guardian Angel !
E.T & Margarita Talamantez Brackettville, Tx.
Martha
April 3, 2018
My deepest sympathy to the daughters and family of Richard Cortes. Our prayers are with you. Richard was a good man. I only met Michelle but he spoke highly of all his daughters. You all are in our prayers. Rest in peace, Mr.Cortes.
Lovelita Diers
April 2, 2018
Its my pleasure to be your barber and friend for awhile, i was in shock when i heard the bad news you've gone too early you may RIP MR. Richard.
Roxana Woods
April 2, 2018
Misty, my condolences are with you and your family, your Dad is a angel to be watching you and your kids and family from Heaven
Cheech Salazar
April 2, 2018
Deepest condolences to the daughters and family of Richard Cortes. I know my brother is with him and they are watching over my nephew Anthony Jr. and my niece Amber and my sister in-law Mandy. Mija stay strong. God is with you. My brother and your dad are your guardian angels now.
Israel and Michelle Escamilla
April 2, 2018
My deepest condolences to the family of Richard Cortes. Mandy, please remember all the great things he instilled in you. You are a true example of a remarkable woman who was raised by a great man. Your father was a wonderful mentor and friend. May he rest peacefully. God bless you all.
Danica Riley
April 2, 2018
Deepest condolences to the family Misty stay strong ... God gained an Angel ... Now Daddy is yours and the kids Guardian Angel ...
Charlotte Lane Cortes Rabe
April 1, 2018
My prayers are with your family. You were a big tho short part of my life. And you gave me my beautiful daughter and grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Thank you for a lifetime friendship. We were a great example of how it should be when two parents can't be married to each other. For all these things I am eternally grateful.
Dawn Jessup
April 1, 2018
RIP Richard God gained a true angel, you were a great man
LeAnn Morrison
April 1, 2018
I will keep our fishing together alive at this end. You will be missed. Rest in peace. Until we meet again my friend.
Maurice McCoy
April 1, 2018
My deepest condolences to Misty Cortes and family. Know that you all are in my prayers, and even though Po-Po is not with us he is resting peacefully. May God bless you all in this time of mourning.
Marcia Collins
April 1, 2018
I love you babe. We will miss you so much. I'll see you when I get there. Hug my babies for me! Rest In Peace Richard! When I close my eyes............
Richard Kimball
March 31, 2018
Richard my brother, I will always remember the times we had together, the roads we traveled, the fish we caught, the many fine meals we had, the good times and the bad that we helped each other get through. I know you are at peace in heaven now, there is no doubt in my mind about that! I already miss you my friend! God Bless You!
Nancy Cortes
March 30, 2018
Condolences and Prayers , RIP Richard Blessings & May the Peace of the Lord be with you
Carlos Mr P Pruitt
March 30, 2018
Richard Pop-pop Cortes, we, your family and friends know we just got another angel to watch over us. You will always be alive through our memories. May the Cortez family find peace knowiing that your suffering here on Earth is over and you are now made whole rejoicing, resting, and in a heavenly peace.
Cynthia Dixon
March 29, 2018
Rest in Eternal Peace Richard Cortes aka PoPo, you will be greatly missed, but never forgotten by every life you touched.
Elaine Gamblin
March 29, 2018
Richard you was great person and friend you will be missed I'm glad our paths cross ride on till we meet again
Kristine Hinojosa
March 29, 2018
Tio Richie!!! We love you so very much!!! Ill miss your daily Good Morning Beautiful txt messages. Your crazy sense of humor. And I know Ronnie misses your daily video messages you sent when you found some crazy videos on FB. We love you so very much!!!! I know your in Heaven with Our Beautiful Grandma, your momma, and I know she had a big plate of Her Famous Enchiladas waiting for you!!!! We Love you so very much
Kirk Mounsey
March 29, 2018
Richard, I have always remembered you as a good friend in Del Rio. And I will never forget our friendship. See you on the other side, Brother.
Michelle Berg
March 29, 2018
We talked a few times and you were so genuine and funny. God bless you and may you rest in peace!
Juliette Rodriguez-Villareal
March 29, 2018
Uncle Richard, thank you for all the wonderful memories and life lessons. I will never forget your smile and laugh! I hope you are dancing with grandma in heaven. We will miss you. Until we meet again, I love you♡
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