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Raul Hinojosa Obituary
Passed away July 25, 2020 after a brief illness.
Son of the late Jose M. Hinojosa and Felipa C. Hinojosa .
Raul is survived by his loving wife of 72 years, Estella Marroquin Hinojosa, loving daughters Lydia Vela (Ramon), Martha Gonzalez (Armando) and Norma Barrera; five beloved grandchildren and beloved 11 great grandchildren; brother Roberto Hinojosa. He was preceded in death by his brothers Jose Maria and Gilberto Hinojosa; sisters Emma Soto, Dora Hinojosa, Bertha Hinojosa, Francis Chica Lozano, and Consuelo Chamberlin.
He served honorably in the United States Navy during World War II as a Naval Gunner. A true warrior and protector of our nation, who blessed family members with stories of his deployments and the friendships he established through these times. A person who could take a dark time in history and expose the silver lining that rested there the whole time.
Throughout his years, Raul always loved to work in sales and became the Manager of Edelstein's Furniture store for 35 years in Edinburg, Texas. He loved working with people and always excelled in his career by always treating people fairly.
Raul enjoyed his retirement by always tinkering in the garage and around the house, making and building things and figuring out how things worked. Raul would breathe life into anything he touched and created. He so loved to hear his Big Band 40s music on his radio. He took care of his family by always being there for them. Raul would say "Tomorrow is another day and it will be fine."
He left this world in the same way that he lived it, with Thankfulness, Love and Faith. We will all miss him so dearly.
Celebration of Life will be at a later date.
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Memories and Condolences
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Charlie Meyer
August 7, 2020
Lydia, I am so sorry about the loss of your dad. He almost made the century mark.........I had not seen him, nor you or Ramon in many years. He was a good business neighbor, and customer all of those years right across the street for a few years and then around the corner from the hardware store. I hope all is well during these difficult times.
Ricardo CARRANZA
August 7, 2020
Eva and I extend our condolences to the Hinojosa family during this bereavement. May Mr. Hinojosa rest peacefully in the arms of our Lord.
Rick and Sian Gonzalez
August 7, 2020
Lydia and Ramon, Rick and Sian (Gonzalez) send our heart felt condolences on the loss of your father. You had so many years to love him and we know you'll treasure those times in your memories. God Bless you at all time, but especially during these difficult times.
Karen Berry
August 6, 2020
I am very sad to hear of Raul’s passing. He was a very kind and generous man. My deepest sympathy and prayers to his family.
Virginia & Fred Mann
August 6, 2020
I was flooded with wonderful memories when I saw Raul’s obituary. My heart goes out to you Lydia, Martha, Norma & to your sweet mom. From the days all of us would meet up at el rancho with your grandparents & aunts I feel like I have been part of your family. Your dad was always so kind and soft-spoken & I know my dad enjoyed his company. My mom liked buying furniture from him because she said he was honest, and he was! Fred & I send a big hug to you all during this time of sadness. How blessed you were to have had him until the age of 99. God bless you all. With love, Fred & Virginia (Nani) Villarreal Mann
Yolanda Fuentes
August 5, 2020
Wishing you and your family peace, comfort and courage to face the days ahead with loving memories to forever hold in your heart. The Fuentes Family
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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