Photo courtesy of Hillcrest Funeral Home Burial Park & Cremations - San Antonio
San Antonio, Texas
Apr 2, 1953 – Apr 12, 2024
SSGT. Eduardo Perez Casanova Jr., born on April 2, 1953 in San Antonio, Texas, went to be with the Lord on April 12, 2024 at the age of 71. He is preceded in death by his father, Eduardo Casanova Sr. and his aunt, Raquel Ruiz.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years Aurora Casanova; his mother, Pauline Ruiz Casanova; daughters, Sandra Casanova Medina and husband Marco, Raquel Aurora Casanova, Vanessa Casanova Gehardt; sons, Eduardo P. Casanova III and wife Kyree, Alfred Perez Casanova and wife Maria Isabel; siblings, Pedro Villa and wife Nancy, Felisa Casanova Fuentes and husband Eduardo. He was blessed with beautiful grandchildren; Brooke Wedhorn Gray, Nicholas Casanova, Krystal Wedhorn, Dorian Casanova, Damien Casanova, Aurora Casanova, Jeremy Rodriguez, Chloe Holbrook, Jonathan Garcia Casanova, Fernando Casanova, and Micah Casanova, along with countless extended family and friends.
Although he was unexpectedly taken before his family was ready to let him go, he did live a fulfilling life. He saw the world during his years of service with the United States Marine Corp and the Texas Air National Guard 149th Fighter Wing, traveling to places such as Japan and Turkey. After retirement, he continued his love for mechanics in employment with Boeing Center and Gore Design. Eduardo worked hard to provide a comfortable and content life for his family. When he was not working, he kept busy with friends and family. In his younger years, he enjoyed playing softball, his family in tow to cheer him on. In his later years, he could be found cheering for his kids and grandkids from the sidelines or barbecuing for family celebrations. And at any time, anywhere, with anyone that wanted to, he could be found with a rod and reel in his hand searching for the best fishing spots in Texas. He continues to be loved beyond measure and will be greatly missed.
Services will take place at Hillcrest Funeral Home at 1281 Bandera Road. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM with a rosary beginning at 7:00 PM. You may join the family for the livestreaming of the rosary at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaVJ-_OOv6eXfc4Wh5SQ-NQ
Procession will depart Hillcrest on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at 9:15 AM for a 10:00 AM committal service at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery, Shelter #1.
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Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Casanova family in the loss of Uncle Eddie. May God grant you comfort as only He can. ---Lenora (Soder) and Felix Kneuper, Virginia's daughter.
Lenora Kneuper
April 23, 2024 | Groves, TX | Family
This man was the best father in the world no doubt. He taught me so many numerous tricks and secrets in the field of mechanics which myself and him would work on time and time again. Im proud to call this man my father and will miss him dearly. It pains my heart he's gone but I know he's resting peacefully smiling down at me watching me carry on the knowledge he's taught me. He was a great mentor to my son Jonathan as well. They were really close and I can't thank him enough for being such a...
Venessa "Monkey" Casanova
April 23, 2024 | San Antonio, TX | Daughter
Wishing you peace to bring you comfort, courage to face the days ahead, and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.
Cynthia and Jason Solano
April 22, 2024 | San Antonio, TX | Friend
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Vanessa & Steven
April 22, 2024 | San Antonio, TX
Thank you for all the love you gave to to ones you loved. It's hard to put into words how wonderful you were. You lived your life loving and caring for others. I love you dad. I will take all the knowledge, love and grace you showed me and spread it to those who who need it the way you did. I love you so much dad. you were the dad I needed in my life and I will forever be thankful for that. ❤
Sara Torrez
April 21, 2024 | San Antonio, TX | Family
Dear Sandi and family. Please accept my deep sympathies on the loss of your father. Thinking of you.
Vanessa Stirling
April 21, 2024 | Centreville, VA | Friend
Eduardo you were the guiding like to those who headed your wisdom,so I say to you now, follow the light my friend.
Alfred Perez
April 20, 2024 | Pomona, CA | Friend
My sincere and heartfelt condolences to you Felisa and family. You all are in my prayers. The Lord bless and keep you; the Lord make his face shine upon you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.
Dr. Vanessa Hill
April 19, 2024 | CHRISTUS Children's Hosp, TX | Friend
My dearest cousin, you were such an amazing man. I thank you for sharing your home with me when I was 16. You loved me as one of your own. I am truly grateful to you. I will forever miss you. RIP cousin.. till we meet again.. love you
Frances Casanova
April 19, 2024 | Las Cruces, NM | Family
