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Ismael "Smiley" Casarez Sr.

1947 - 2017

Ismael "Smiley" Casarez Sr. obituary, 1947-2017, Harlingen, Tx

BORN

1947

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Trinity at Harrison Funeral Home - Harlingen

1002 E Harrison Ave

Harlingen, Texas

Ismael Casarez Obituary

Harlingen, TX - Ismael Casarez Sr., 70, known for his strong persona and charismatic lifestyle, passed away on Monday, October 16, 2017, in Harlingen, Texas. He was born on June 8, 1947 in Weslaco, TX to Sacramento and Angelita Casarez. Ismael served in the U.S. Army during the Dominican Crisis and was a lifetime career truck driver with his famous handle name "Me dicen El Diablo Simpatico".

He is preceded in death by his parents, Sacramento and Angelita Casarez.

Left to cherish his memory are his spouse, Lupita Casarez; children, Ismael Casarez Jr. (Diane), Monica Becerra (Zenaido), Israel Casarez (Renee), Isaac Casarez, Diana Lopez, and Mary Hernandez; his grandsons, Freddie Leija and Israel Leija, who were raised as his own; 19 beloved grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren; 4 sisters, Irene Cantu, Yolanda Casarez, Martha Escobar, and Lydia Ramirez; and numerous nephews and nieces.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 18, 2017, from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. with a prayer service at 7:30 p.m.

Funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 19, 2017, at 2 p.m. at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1210 W. Grant Ave., Harlingen, TX officiated by Pastor Bill Reagan. Interment will follow to Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Accompanying as honorary pallbearer Ms. Blanca Castro.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Valley Morning Star on Oct. 18, 2017.

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November 10, 2017

Heartfelt condolences are extended to your family at this difficult time. Seek the love and support God provides to help you cope during this time - Psalms 29:11

Carlos Casarez,Jr

October 23, 2017

We love you Primmo.May God keep you in his glory.your smile and jokes warms everybody's heart.well missed you.But always in our Hearts and memories.

Eddie & Linda Barron N family

October 19, 2017

Our condolences from The Barron family in Irving TX

Sallie Gonzalez

October 19, 2017

My sincere condolences to the Casarez Family:
May the Lord give each of you strength in knowing the Smiley is rejoicing in heaven. Judge Sallie Gonzalez

Eloy Sanchez

October 19, 2017

My Heartfelt Condolences to the Casarez Family. May God Comfort and bring you all Peace during this difficult time. RIP Smiley...

October 18, 2017

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Ramon Montanez

October 18, 2017

May the Lord give you peace and know His loving arms are surrounding all of you. Our prayers for comfort to all the family at this time of your greatest loss.

Mary Edna Garza

October 18, 2017

Lupita , I am sorry for your loss, he was one of a kind, just an awesome individual and friend,

Mary Edna Garza

October 18, 2017

Smiley, thank you for your friendship and kindness, you will forever be remembered in my memories. Loved your jokes!!! GOD BLESS, RIP my dear friend.Mary Edna Garza

Linda Carmona

October 18, 2017

My deepest condolences to you and your family.

Raul Villarreal

October 18, 2017

We are so sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
RIP Mr. Casarez

Raul Villarreal

October 18, 2017

We are so sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
RIP Mr. Casarez

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Oct

18

Visitation

1:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

TX

Oct

18

Prayer Service

7:30 p.m.

TX

Oct

19

Funeral service

2:00 p.m.

Our Redeemer Lutheran Church

1210 W. Grant Ave., Harlingen, TX

Oct

19

Interment

Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery

TX

Funeral services provided by:

Trinity at Harrison Funeral Home - Harlingen

1002 E Harrison Ave, Harlingen, TX 78550

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