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Ralph Vasquez
1938 - 2025
BORN
1938
DIED
2025
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Ralph Vasquez Obituary
10/24/1938 - 10/17/2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Ralph Felix Vasquez, 86, who peacefully entered eternal rest on October 17, 2025, in his beloved hometown of Houston, Texas. Born on October 24, 1938, Ralph was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother-in-law, father-in-law, mentor and friend, cherished by all who knew him.
Ralph was preceded in death by his parents, Jose Marcelino Vasquez and Seferina Habitud Vasquez, as well as his son, Robert Matthew Vasquez; his brothers, Antonio, Humberto, Rudy, Frank, and Joe; and his sisters, Maria, Leonor, and Evangelina.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 67 years, Vera Vasquez, whose love and devotion sustained him throughout their lives together. Ralph leaves behind his sons, Ralph Vasquez, Jr. (Debra), Ronald Timothy Vasquez, Rodney Michael Vasquez, Rudolph Gabriel Vasquez, and his daughter, Judge Pamela Medina (Justice David Medina); his sisters, Blanche Terry and Angelina Basquez; 15 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and numerous extended family members, friends, and loved ones. Ralph's warmth, generosity, and love will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Visitation/Holy Rosary October 24, 2025 5:30pm – 7:30pm -St. Patrick's Catholic Church, 4918 Cochran St., Houston, TX 77009
Funeral Service October 25, 2025 10:00am –
Lindale Assembly of God, 503 Reid St., Houston, TX 77022
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Larry Miranda
Yesterday
To the Vasquez family. I am so sorry to hear of Big Ralph's passing. I love him so much and even as I grew from a child into a man, he and I would always be happy to see each other from time to time. As long-time neighbors, you all are family to me, and I always cherish the memories of growing up with Ralph and Vera's children and in knowing that Ralph and Vera loved all of us kids on Lindale as their own. I send my heartfelt condolences to all.
Miguel "Mike" Rosales
Yesterday
To Vera and the Vasquez family
You have my condolences and thanks for sharing Ralph with the youth of St Patrick´s Church in my days of the 1960´s.
Coming from an immigrant family that often walked con la cabeza agachada Ralph imparted confidence and self esteem by leading our fast pitch softball teams to city championships, Diocese and tournament championships. He influenced a generation of young guys to believe we could be winners and we could be champions. He inspired many success stories.
Ralph didn´t stop there. He continued as a community activist but that´s a story for others to tell.
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