Photo courtesy of Trinity at Harrison Funeral Home - Harlingen
Harlingen, Texas
Mar 2, 1950 – Feb 8, 2022 (Age 71)
Jorge Arnoldo Garcia of Harlingen, TX gained his angel wings on February 8, 2022, he was 71 years old. Jorge was born in Harlingen on March 2, 1950 to Mario and Claudia Garcia.
Jorge was a proud graduate of Harlingen High School, class of 1969. Since 2012, he co-sponsored several multi-class reunions where many friends still have a close bond. "Cardinal Spirit never dies."
Right after high school, Jorge joined the U.S. Marine Corp. He proudly served for a combined 22 years. He had one tour in Da Nang, Vietnam in 1970-1971 1st Marine Division. He served as a driver for the chaplain. In 1991, he was sent to Tustin, CA to cover for Desert Shield. He was the chief cook in the mess hall. After three months, the war ended and he was honorably discharged in May 1991 as a Gunnery Sargent. Jorge has had the privilege of meeting with his Vietnam buddies every two years in Washington DC, Minnesota, and California.
Jorge was pre-ceded in death by his parents, Mario and Claudia Garcia, brother, Mario Garcia, Jr and brother-in-law, Vicente Ortiz.
He is survived by his wife, Terisa Garcia, daughters, Melisa Garcia (Eric Siebert), Monica Garcia (Victor Bresofski), step-daughter, Crystal Mayberry (Derick Jackson), three brothers, Ignacio Garcia (Frances), Raul Garcia (Arminda), and Luis Garcia. Two sisters, Mary Garcia (Juan Longoria) and Dr. Anna Garcia. Of these siblings all three brothers and Dr. Anna Garcia proudly served our country in the Army.
He had nine grandchildren, Brittany Glaze, Aundrea Borski, Kamryn Calderon, Nicholas Siebert, Sarah Siebert, Brett Bresofski, Bryce Bresofski, Madison Jackson, and Dominic Jackson. He also had four great-grandchildren, Zayne Glaze, Thomas Boyett, Emilia Dean, and Delilah Boyett. He had many other nieces, nephews, relatives in Mexico and friends.
Jorge was an active, proud member of the Disabled American Veterans Chapter 121, the American Legion Post 205, and Wreaths across America. In lieu of flowers, please donate on his behalf to one of those organizations or a non-profit of your choice.
Visitation will be at Trinity at Harrison Funeral Home at 1002 East Harrison Ave, Harlingen, Texas 78550. Services for the family Friday, 2/11from 5-9, Saturday, 2/12 from 1-9 to his many friends and family. Rosary will be bilingual at 5:00 p.m. with a celebration of life from 6-9. Sunday, 2/13 services at Trinity begin at 10:00 a.m. Burial will be Tuesday, 2/15 at 11:00 a.m. at Mission Veterans Cemetery. Paul bearers will be: brothers, Ignacio Garcia, Raul Garcia and Luis Garcia, nephew Luis Garcia (Cito), grandsons Brett Bresofski and Bryce Bresofski.
Arrangements are under the direction of Trinity at Harrison Funeral Home, 1002 East Harrison Ave, Harlingen, TX 78550. [email protected]
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We will always remember Jorge - always there, willing to help, heart of gold, role model, best brisket chef. He will be missed but remembered forever. God Bless this Marine. Thank you for your service to our country and our community.
Lenore J. Combs
February 12, 2022
He cooked the best brisket! He was also a sharp dresser RIP Jorge
Elizabeth Tamayo
February 12, 2022 | Harlingen, TX | Friend
Dad, you were always Tough but Fair, but Deep down you were just a Teddy Bear. Always there through thick and thin for family and friends. Even though I moved away, loved the fact you were always only a phone call away. Love our visits, miss our talks, you will always be missed but also always in our hearts. Love you dad. Love always and Forever....
Crystal, Derick, Madison and Dominic
Crystal Jackson
February 12, 2022 | Carlisle, PA | Family
Dad, and Grandpa Jorge you will forever be missed. We love you and can't imagine life without you in it.
Crystal Jackson
February 12, 2022 | Carlisle, PA | Family
Maria, my deepest sympathy to your family and you on the loss of your brother, Jorge. May he Rest In Peace. Your high school friend. Rosie Villarreal Sanchez
Rosie Villarreal Sanchez
February 11, 2022
Jorge was an amazing neighbor, one we missed when we moved. Jon loved to tease him about being a Marine and Jorge would come back with Army jokes. He will be missed by many. Our love goes out to Terry and his family. Remember the good times, the fun times, the silly times. Fly high Jorge, fly high
Jon and Judi Christensen
February 11, 2022 | Friend
Uncle Jorge was always a kind and supportive uncle. He would babysit my brother and I growing up and always came out to my sporting events to cheer me on. I will always cherish those great memories we had together. May you rest in peace.
Andrew Garcia
February 11, 2022 | San Antonio, TX | Family
Mary and Anna, I'm sorry to hear of the passing of your brother, may he rest in peace.
Belinda Rios
February 11, 2022
My condolences to you and your family.May he Rest In Peace. Your former classmate at TSTC.
Lupita Hernandez
February 11, 2022
