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JOHN ARTERO Obituary
JOHN ARTERO
Mr. Artero moved to Victoria in 1930 and attended Nazareth Academy, Mitchell Elementary, Patti Welder Jr. High and St. Joseph High School. He graduated in 1947 from Patti Welder and began working for Central Power & Light Co. before joining the U.S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He was an Airman First Class and was honorably discharged in 1953. Mr. Artero's father had a growing business in Victoria and John was called to make it his life's work as well.
He graduated from Commonwealth College of Science in Houston with a degree in Mortuary Science in 1954. By 1959 he and his wife, Mamie, were the sole proprietors of the business and committed their lives in service to countless families in our area. John was a member of the Texas Funeral Directors and Embalmers Association and was appointed to the State Board of Morticians. Throughout his life, he was active in the community and was a Knight of St. Gregory, a member of the De Leon Club, Catholic War Veterans, Salvation Army Board of Advisors, Knights of Columbus, LULAC, VISD Board of Trustees from 1964-1967, Sembradores de Amistad, and the American Red Cross. He was a devout Catholic and a member of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church where he served as lector, Eucharistic minister, and usher.
Mr. Artero is survived by his wife of five years, Sandra; his daughters Dolores Artero Rosas and husband Ray, and Evelyn Artero-Cano and husband Danny of Victoria; his step-children Connie Jarrett and husband Sam, Patti Montgomery and husband David, Guy Brannies, Nikie McSwain and husband Larry; his grandchildren Elizabeth Luera of New Braunfels, Jonathan Luera Tokutake and wife Aimi of California, Dr. Daniel Cano and wife Verónica of Victoria, Elyse Brown and husband Warren, John Cano of Houston, and Sarah Cano of San Antonio; step-grandchildren Brittney May and husband Shane, Tanya Brannies, Keith Montgomery and wife Jennifer, Joseph Montgomery and wife Karen, Austin Vela, Brandi Foster and husband Matt, and Shawn Lauger; his great-grandchildren Thomas Austin Brown and Liliana María Cano; and step-great-grandchild Holly May. He is also survived by his sister, Rose Mary Artero Rogers and husband Frank of San Antonio.
He is preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Mamie Garcia Artero, and sons John Candid Artero, John Artero, Jr., and John Robert "Bobby" Artero.
Visitation will be held at 2 pm Wednesday, November 7, 2012 at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church followed by a Rosary to be recited at 7 pm. Visitation will resume on Thursday at 9 am with a funeral Mass to be celebrated at 10 am at Our Lady of Sorrows. Mass will be concelebrated by Bishop David Fellhauer and Father Stan DeBoe. Interment with full military services will be held under the auspices of the Victoria County Veterans Council, AL, CWV, VFW, DAV, MCL, MOWW, Ex-POW, MOPH, VVA, and the KWV at Catholic Cemetery #3.
Pallbearers are Tali Villafranca, Nick Amaya, Jay Rogers, George Hernandez, Rosendo Ybarbo, Richard Reyes, Houston Pruett, and Jesse Ybarbo. Honorary pallbearers include all of his beloved cousins, nephews, and life long friends. A special thanks to Excel Home Health and Dr. Jesse De Leon for their support and care.
On behalf of Mr. Artero, his family would like to thank all of his friends made while in service to the Victoria and Port Lavaca communities over the last 60 years. Our beloved husband, father, and grandfather lived a life of compassion, generosity, faith, and love as he humbly made Artero Memorial Chapels a significant part of our community. He has mourned and reminisced with thousands of you as you do with us today. You all have our sincerest gratitude for your prayers, visits, kind gestures, and encouraging words over the last few weeks. May God grant each of you a life of continued faith, love, and blessings.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Our Lady of Sorrows Building Fund or Sisters of MCHS at 210 Sabine, Victoria, Texas 77901.
Under the direction of Artero Memorial Chapels, Victoria, (361) 575-3212.
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Manuel Reyes
October 31, 2020
Johnny Artero was many things to many people who knew him. He was a very warm, giving and humble man. Well liked by all who knew him and well respected by his pears. He left a legacy here in Victoria that many will remember for years to come. He is dearly missed. Forever gone but not forgotten. RIP Johnny.
November 15, 2012
Dolores , Evelyn, and all the Artero family, we were so saddened to hear of your Dad's passing. Johnny was such a special person, so kind and caring. There will never be someone like him again. He was always there for us, our family, and our friends. We will miss him greatly. May God bless all of you and give you strength during this difficult time. Jesse and Janie Alvarado
Cynthia Pena- Kazemi
November 14, 2012
Mr. Artero was a kind and gentle soul, always had a smile on his face and a kind word. He brought my family great comfort in our time of sorrow, especially when we suffered the loss of our beloved Grandmother, Christina Sepulveda and sister, Gloria. My thoughts and prayers are with the Artero Family. May you find comfort in knowing how beloved and respected Mr. Artero was.
Ester Hernandez
November 13, 2012
To Artero Family,
May God comfort and be with you during this time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Signed, Lupe, Lupita and Ester Hernandez
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November 9, 2012
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Eddie & Patsy Gutierrez
November 8, 2012
Patsy and I extend our deepest sympathy to the family for your loss. Mr. John lived a true Christian life; and we are confident that he is now with our Lord and Savior. He was someone I knew since my childhood. And the same kind,engaging and proper man who introduced himself when I met him, is the only Mr. John I ever knew. He was my padrino for Confirmation; and someone I always admired and respected. Our community has lost one of its finest citizens.
Sandra Guevara Alaniz
November 8, 2012
Our condolences, thoughts and prayers are with you. Uncle Johnny was such a sweet man and he always managed to lighten our moods and comfort us in our times of sadness.
November 8, 2012
Delores and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you today and always. God Bless
Joe and Mickey Rendon and family
Debra Rojas
November 8, 2012
My most deepest Sympathy for the loss of a great Man As a resident of Austin But being born in Victoria Tx I came to meet him as we Lost LOVED ones He once said at a restaurant when We said BYE,see you later, He joked about I SEE everyone LATER .He was a fond man and a Victorian ICON Sadly for weeks he'd pop in my mind Wow now to find out he's gone somethings we won't understand BUT I know he is in HEAVEN.RIP
Gloria Y Casas
November 8, 2012
I cannot believe this. As long as Johnny was a funeral director,I always assumed he would be with us forever. I know grief is a very difficult thing, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
My deepest condolences.
Gloria Ybarra Casas
November 8, 2012
Our sympathy to the family of this great gentleman. I loved working with him with the Senior Citizens Center, Chamber of Commerce and being neighbors in business for years, and we truly enjoyed our retirement years going to Coushatta with First Victoria.
God bless you
Barbara Gillig Yanta and Lawrence Yanta
C. R. and R. R. Jimenez
November 8, 2012
We were saddened to hear that Mr. Artero has passed away. He has always been such a great presence in Victoria, a true icon, a part of our hometown, our youth, someone we just always knew was there. He was a kind-hearted, distinguished, genuinely nice man, a true gentleman, with a lot of class. He brightened any room he entered, and he never failed to greet you, to shake your hand, or to give you a hug. Personally, I always enjoyed the hug the best. He will be greatly missed.
My parents knew him as a young boy, and he'd come over our house with my brother Gene just to eat Mama's tortillas. She called him "El Wero." My Dad had the utmost respect for him.
My family will always be grateful for the graciousness and the beauty and the dignity with which he carried out and presided over our Beloved Parents' funerals. "We thank you so very much, Mr. Artero. You were outstanding. Rest in peace."
To The Family, please accept our heartfelt condolences. Our thoughts and our prayers will be with you. We are sorry for your loss.
Rose Mary DeLaGarza-Gonzales
November 8, 2012
My deepest sympathy goes out to the family of Mr.Artero. Mr.Artero was always such a pleasant man to speak & listen to. I always reminded him that I was named after his sister Rose Mary. I know that he will be missed dearly by his family & friends. RIP Mr.Artero
November 7, 2012
Sandy, Dolores, Evelyn and Family,
Our deepest condolences in the loss of your loved one, our Uncle Johnny. Our love and prayers are with you all.
Love,
Benny & Melba Castillo Ortiz
Delfina Davila & Veronica Luna and their families
November 7, 2012
Our deepest condoleance to the Artero family . Mr. Arteo was a very kind and gentle person always giving and going out of his way to make sure that everything was done perfect. Mr. Artero has known our family for over 48 yrs..The first encounter with our family was when my grandmother and my unborn aunt in 1963. then my great grandfather, then my grandfather 1995, then he and his wonderful daughter helped us two months ago. My mother became very ill and we called Artero's and they helped us out in our time of need. Mr.John Artero please take a ride on the wings of an angel!!! You deserve it.
You are already missed, but well greatly missed by all who knew you
Lori Pimentel
November 7, 2012
I would like to express my condolences to Sandy & the rest of the Artero family. When we would visit family in Texas, Johnny's was the first place in Victoria that we would stop. John was such a kind & really good man. I was very saddened when I heard of his passing. I knew that our loss was heaven's gain. Johnny was much loved by all as these entries will attest. He will stay in my heart & in my thoughts. And, he will be greatly missed by myself & all whose hearts he touched. RIP Johnny Artero
November 7, 2012
Evelyn and Dolores, my deepest sympathies, thoughts, and prayers go out to you, and your families during these difficult times. Your dad was an amazing man, he will be missed.
As long as I can remember he has been an icon in the community, his legacy will continue to live on in all of our hearts and memories. He was always there for support when one needed a helping hand or a comforting word.
May God wrap his arms around you, and continue to walk along side you, and remember your friends and family will never leave you at a time in need.
May God Bless you, as you lay your dad in his final resting place, and think of it as not goodbye, but until we see him again, he will never be forgotten.
Rachel Monroe Garivey
Hope Harp
November 7, 2012
Dolores and Evelyn & Family,
My deepest sympathy in the loss of your Father. He was so nice to all of us Flores Family. May God Bless You All. Hope Flores Harp
Linda Barrientos
November 7, 2012
May the wonderful and loving memories of your father be a comfort to you and your family. We will always remember our dear friend Johnny Artero in our minds and in our hearts. We will dearly miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless. With Sincere Sympathy,
Linda Barrientos & Paul Cano
Sylvester Jimenez
November 7, 2012
Johnny It is my 75 Birthday and I am going to spend it with you, saying good by to one of my dearest friend. You were a great man. The saddest part of my day has been getting the news that my newphew was found dead last night and you are not going to be with us. I know you will take care of things from up in heaven. Johnny you are a great loss to the whole victoria community. You will be missed my dearest friend, till we see each other again
Sandra Hinojosa Monclova
November 7, 2012
To Dolores/Evelyn and the Entire Artero Family,
My heart and prayers goes out to you all during this sad time. Mr. Artero was a special person and will be missed by many. I will never forget his winning smile and generous nature during good and tough times. Now my dad has his compadre near him.
Take care and God bless.
Jayne Ybabez Robles
November 7, 2012
Our condolances to the family of John Artero. He was a very special person and a great friend of the community. I rememeber my first meeting with him back in 1967. My first funeral with Artero's, but was not to be our last. For 45 yrs Johnny served our family,was attentive to our needs and had a very comforting way about him. I know he never lost the chance to say a kind word. And now he basks in the light of our Lord. On behalf of the Ybabez, Garcia, Families of Goliad & Victoria TX.
November 7, 2012
Evelyn and Dolores,
My deepest sympathy in the loss of your father. He will be dearly missed. God bless you,
Blanche Ruelas
Paul L. Janda
November 7, 2012
Evelyn...the last time I saw your dad was probably over a year ago, in HEB. He was talking and laughing with people on every aisle..he even kissed a baby. He had a big smile and his face, and that's how I will remember him. My sympathies to you and Dolores, and your families.
Michael Aguirre
November 7, 2012
You will be greatly missed!
Liza Stirneman
November 7, 2012
My Deepest sympathy to the family. He was a good man who always shook hands and greeted everyone. I will miss that. He had a way with words, always knowing the right things to say. God Bless!
November 7, 2012
To Delores, Evelyn, and Family. Our deepest condolences to you all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Your Father was a great Man. He has been there for my parents and siblings through out the years. Compadres to my parents for many years. He baptized my brother and at a very young age my brother got phenmonia, which he was very ill and your Dad everyday was there to help and back then he made house visits til I can remember. He went out of his way for the people. In time your pain will heal, and the memories are yours to keep forever. May God Bless and watch over you. Take care. The Rodriguez Family, Cedar St, Victoria,Tx
Art J Ramirez
November 7, 2012
My sincere condolences to Sandy, John's daughters and all his family members.
Our Family's funerals have been in the care of Atero's since the late 1940's. At the time Artero Funeral Home was on Murry street. John's father Candido was it's director. Our family had it's worst tragedy on December 1971 when our sister and brother in law were killed by a drunk driver. They were both young with a 10 month old daughter that survived the crash. I had just come back from Vietnam the month before. Needless to say, the whole extent of our families was devastated. For many months after their services John would call or come visit our parents in Bloomington. John and Mamie would show up at my parent's door with a happy greeting and warm embrace and usually something to snack on. At a recent funeral I was speaking to John one on one when joking I told him: "Johnny you are the only man to have kicked dirt in my family's face for the last fifty years!" He laughed so hard and got so red in the face I almost got concerned. His grace and caring always genuine and beyond reproach. His handshake good as gold. Our community has a huge void to fill with his loss. Johnny we thank you and your gracious family for the honorable and enduring services your have selfless rendered to your church and fellow citizens. Heaven is a happier place today.
November 7, 2012
Our condolences to the Artero family. Mr. Artero and my father had know each other since they were young men, and it didn't matter if they saw each other everyday and or 5 years later,he was so happy to see my dad. We will never foget his kindness and his help in our funeral matters. He will be missed dearly, but now he is with our Lord.
John and Olivia Sanchez Family
Barb Wilcox
November 7, 2012
Thanking God for the blessing you were to so many! Thank you, John for always making me feel special, and welcomed with your warm smile and hug! You will be missed.
DJ Debra Garza Facundo
November 7, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the entire Artero Family. John has helped us over the years during our time of grief, he was a ray of sunshine with his humor. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. I am so sorry for your loss, my heart goes out to you and our family. Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Always DJ Garza Facundo and Garza Family.
DJ Debra Garza Facundo
November 7, 2012
My deepest sympathy to all of the Artero family. over the years John was extremely helpful during our time of grief, a ray of sunshine with his humor. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. I am so sorry for your loss, my heart goes out to you and our family. Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Always from DJ Garza Facundo and Garza Family.
Catarino and Christy Ortiz
November 7, 2012
Evelyn and the entire Artero family, may God comfort you during this difficult time. Your father was an inspirational man who truly was a light in the darkness for so many of us who have lost a loved one. He has left a precious legacy. God bless you all.
Mercy Rendon
November 7, 2012
On behalf of our families, we wish to extend our sincere condolences to Dolores & Evelyn and their families during these difficult times. We cherish Uncle Johnny memories for as there were many. May the Lord bless him and your families,
November 7, 2012
Please accept our condolences on behalf of the Antonio and Josephine Rubio Flores extended family. John always teased our Mom (his cousin)whenever they saw each other and he always had such a warm and kind demeanor. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Andy and Sylvia Flores Garza
SugarLand
Angélica. y. Michael Verduzco
November 6, 2012
I send my CONDOLENCE to the Artero family. John was a loving. Caring person. He did alot for our family funerals. And he will be missed.
Cynthia Guerra Pantoja
November 6, 2012
My heart goes out to the whole Artero family. He is now our Angel and so worthy of that title! I will miss seeing his smiling and sincere greeting and will never forget when he told me he would love to have me as his daughter n law.!!! love u Mr Artero!!! God Bless and Rest in Peace!!
Mary Guillen
November 6, 2012
Prayers and love for the Artero family may God Bless all of you. Special love being sent to Mrs.Evelyn Cano you're father was an amazing man and a very good friend to my Escalona family, lov you mrs.cano your friend and former student Mary Guillen
Neri & Rita Flores
November 6, 2012
Our deepest sympathies to Mr Artero's family. He has played a role throughout my life as being the person there to give comfort to us in our greatest time of need. I remember my grandma's funeral when I was in elementary school. He was so kind to us kids as we tried to keep ourselves entertained. And I will always remember his sensitiviy when my fathered died. Mr Artero was an amazing man that impacted so many of our lives. May he rest in God's loving arms.
Ernest & Cynthia Cano
November 6, 2012
Our condolences to the Artero family, Johnny took care of alot of my family members and we will always greatly appreciate it. May God bless you all. we will miss his smile & hospitality
Dorothy Hernandez Buffington
November 6, 2012
My deepest sympathies to Mr Artero's family on the loss of a very special man who always showed compassion to all.
November 6, 2012
Mr. Artero, go as one to be with our Lord, El es Dios. Prayers, love and light for the Artero family.
- Cathy Garza
San Francisco, CA
Mary Garza
November 6, 2012
My deepest sympathy to his family. I have know Mr. Artero for many years and yes, he did attend to our family and made us feel very comfortable no matter how bad the situation. I remember the old Artero funeral home and his wife Mamie. So sorry to hear this but R.I.P. Mr. Artero your caring and compassionate manner made all the difference to me and my family.
Ofelia Jimenez Ybarbo
November 6, 2012
To the Artero Family. My prayers are with you. Mr. Artero always made me and my family feel apart of his family. No matter where we saw him, he always had a smile. He will be missed. God Bless the Artero Family
Manuel & Gloria Reyes
November 6, 2012
There are so many adjactives to describe Johnny; he was humble, good, hard working, devoted, friend to all and most of all a good Catholic man who loved his faith and church. You will be missed my friend. Condolence to the Artero family.
Lorrine, late Frank G. & Anita Cavazos Hernandez
November 6, 2012
Condolenses to the family members of Mr. Johnny Artero. Mr. Artero was a community icon, friend, and encouager! Memories of him and his engaging SMILE will live within us all.
November 6, 2012
Our sincere condolence to Dolores, Evelyn, and the entire Artero Family. This was a true Christian man. He touched so many families in his own special way, and has led so many of us through the hardest times we ever have to face, the loss of a loved one. I will always be grateful to he and Mamie, for helping my Dad when he came to Victoria so many years ago. God Be with you in this time of sorrow.
David and Cynthia Garcia, Fidel and Mary Louise Garcia, and Angelita Garcia
Pete and Blanca Canales
November 6, 2012
Our deepest simpathy & condolences to the Artero family. The Canales family has always chosen The Arteros because He was a Great Friend and was always very understanding, so in behalf of my Father in Law Pete Canales and all our family, May God Bless Mr Artero y que en paz descase.
Regina Matus-Janak
November 6, 2012
My sympathy to the Artero Family. Victoria has lost a great man! As a child and now with a family of my own he always remembered me, as he did of many other families that came through his doors. May his soul rest in peace.
The Reyna/Sosa Family
November 6, 2012
R.I.P. Mr. Artero, you helped so many of my family members(Reyna's) through so many hard times. May your family find the comfort through these hard times just as you comforted so many. Our condolences to the family.
Mr & Mrs Arthur Valenzuela
November 6, 2012
Johnny you will be missed! What a Great Man he was here on earth.God has a Special Place for him in Heaven. Kind,friendly,giving,respectable,and the list goes on. Johnny was a great friend to my parents and myself.Our condolences to the entire Family. God Bless his Soul!God Bless the Families.
Arthur and Alicia Valenzuela
November 6, 2012
I worked for Johnny in the early 80's. I was a young mortician at the time and I will always be greatful for the oppertunity he gave me. I never met a nicer man and a true credit to our profession.
Manuel Buentello
Blanca Jimenez
November 6, 2012
God pulled every color of roses when he came to get a great man. Mr. Artero made me feel very welcome when I first moved to Victoria. He is a childhood friend to my husband's family Sylvester Jimenez. The many times I went to see someone that had passed away in Mr. Artero Funeral Home always left me with such a warm and peachful feeling to see how wonderful he would tend to every families needs, how beautiful he would conducted himself. I recently made him laugh so hard by telling him that I needed to die pretty quick, he ask me why.. I told him that he was getting elderly and I wanted him to send me to Heaven or Hell because I loved the way he would send each one of us off. He laughed so hard and told me that No one had ever given him such a great compliment and he would honor that for the rest of his life. I did not get he honor of having you send me to my maker, but I did have the honor of meeting such a wonderful man. You left a legacy here in Victoria
Roy Martinez
November 6, 2012
Our heartfelt condolences to the family. Johnny was a great man,a friend of the community, and we count it a blessing to have known him as a friend. Our loss is heaven's gain.Pastor Roy & Linda Martinez City Harvest Church.
Muriel Cullen Argen
November 6, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the family for the loss of an outstanding friend to all.
Dora Rodriguez
November 6, 2012
Our condolences goes out to the Artero Family,Mr.John Artero will be missed dearly May God Bless him & His family in this time of loss.Mr.Artero was (1) of a kind man he was there for alot of us when in need of his services he had the words for comfort.I will miss the words of comfort & him standing there greeting the people, alway's had a smile or a joke to say even though you were sad he would make you laugh may Mr.Artero R.I.P. Formaly Tivoli,Tx.
November 6, 2012
From John Sanchez Family
November 6, 2012
our deepest condolences to the Artero family - my father and Mr. Artero knew each other since they were young men and were good friends He is now in the kingdom with our Lord. God Bless you.
Jimenez Family
November 6, 2012
John Artero will be missed dearly he was a good man and was always a comfort to our family in our time of need . He will be in our prayers .
November 6, 2012
Mr. Artero - may you Rest in Peace my friend. He always had old stories to tell, there will never be another man like you. God took a good person but he needed you already. Our condolences to the family
November 6, 2012
With Understanding Love Ms Maclovia Jimenez Chesshir and Anais Jimenez Beaumont. John was not only a friend, but,considered family. Love and Blessings to the Artero family.
Becky Perez Longoria
November 6, 2012
My deepest condolences to the Artero Family. Mr.Artero was like one our family member as far as i can remember we seem to have all of our relatives be at his funeral home. We will miss him dearly. May the continue to bless the Artero family.
Armando Zamarripa
November 6, 2012
Johnny, I have known you most of my life and you have always been a great person. God Bless you and your family.
Virginia Hernandez
November 6, 2012
Mr. Artero was a very kind and gentle person,
I remember when I saw him at Ventures , he was suppose to be having lunch with his wife ( Sandy) , but that was not going to happen, he was surrounded by friends talking and talking to him.
I think he took a couple of bites and then they left, and I thought wow, poor thing ,he didn't even eat.
At that point I thought what a blessing to have friends the way he does.
Our condolence to the family. R I P John.
Elvira Hernandez Bowie
November 6, 2012
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
virginia uresti mccarty
November 6, 2012
my god bless you!r.i.p.
Johnny and Therese Bomersbach
November 6, 2012
Dolores and Evelyn - We are saddened by the loss of your father. We remember all of you as neighbors on Murray St. God bless you and all of your family.
Rose Silva Cervantes
November 6, 2012
Johnny Artero was a very nice gentleman always kind in his words. May God be with the family in this time of need
Mr.&Mrs.Loretto Villegas
November 6, 2012
our deepest sorrow go out to the family of Mr.John Artero He was always a kind gentleman,he will be missed.
Julio & Helen Garcia
November 6, 2012
In loving memory of a wonderful person. May god bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mary Canchola
November 6, 2012
John Artero will be missed dearly he was a good man and always was so friendly he will be missed and in our prayers
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