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Juan M. Zapata
1923 - 2011
Juan M. Zapata
1923 - 2011
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BORN
1923
DIED
2011
Juan Zapata Obituary
A Rosary will be held on Monday, December 12, 2011 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Johnson's Funeral Home Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 13, 2011 at St. Mary's Catholic Church with Fr. David Herrera officiating. Burial will follow at Calvary Catholic Cemetery.
Juan was born on March 7, 1923 in Ozona, Texas. He was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, just some four and a half months earlier. He leaves behind on daughter, Gertrude Zapata; one son Gilbert Zapata and wife Aracelia; grandchildren Gabriel Zapata and wife Jennifer, Joseph Zapata, James Madrid and wife Kim, Maxine Breedlove and husband Ken; ten great-grandchildren and various nieces and nephews.
Juan entered the Army Air Corps on September 7, 1942. He later served in the Air Force. Then he served in the Army National Guard for over 25 years, from which he retired. He was a Recovered Alcoholic and spent the rest of his life helping others stay sober. He also helped bring the Alcoholic and Drug Rehab Center to San Angelo. He was a very giving man, and a man of his word. He left a substantial foot print in the lives of his family and friends, and will be dearly missed by all.
Family and friends may sign the online register book at www.johnsons-funeralhome.com
Arrangements under the direction of Johnson's Funeral Home, San Angelo, TX.
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Ernesto & Yolanda Ramirez
December 14, 2011
Thinking of you during this time of great loss and praying that the Lord and precious memories of your Dad will bring comfort and peace.
God will tenderly comfort you.
II Cor 1:7.
Christine Ramirez Garcia
December 14, 2011
Gertrude n Gilbert my deepest sympathy to u both Mr. Zapata was a dear man i remember as the great neighbor when i would go to my Tio Silbero n Tia Celia's always in the yard n very friendly.He will b missed.Condolences to the family.
Ernesto Barrera
December 13, 2011
Twenty-five plus years ago I decided to quit drinking and checked myself into the detox center in San Angelo. A man by the name of Marcos Holguin introduced me to AA Grupo Nueva Vida where I met Juan and others from the group. Thanks to Juan and them I am still sober. You could say he helped save my life.
Gracias Juan.
December 13, 2011
Deepest sympathy to the Zapata family.
Rest in Peace, Dear Friend.
Elmer Mayfield, San Angelo, Texas
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brandi mayfield
December 13, 2011
Dear Gabe and Joe i am so sorry for your loss i know your grandfather was your rock but he is in a much better place now and i wish the 2 of you nothing but the best becasue he gave his bet to you and you 2 turnedout to be tw wonderful men always know that you both are like brothers to me and i am sorry ican not make the service but working night it is just to much but huge hugsand kisses for you and your familys and now that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time in your life
Brandi(bentich)Mayfield San Angelo texas
Judy Solomon
December 12, 2011
Thank you for all the good that you have done to make this earth a better place to live. Sympathy is extended to the Zapata family. Anonymous
Roberta Hernandez
December 12, 2011
Tula & Gilbert may God bless you & comfort you in this time of sadness. My thoughts and prayers are with you both.
Rest in peace Tio Juan...
Eric Sanchez
December 12, 2011
Please accept my deepest sympathy and condolences and know that we offer our most heartfelt thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Juan was always willing to help those in need and was a blessing to me personally. May God comfort and bless the Zapata family.
Angel Hernandez
December 12, 2011
Mr Zapata was such a sweet man. He always remembered who i was upon entering the store. He will truly be missed! My deepest sympathy to his family - angel
Guy & Meli Davis
December 12, 2011
Please extend our deepest sympathies to the Zapata family on the loss of their father, grandfather, friend. May the Lord Bless you and keep you.
December 12, 2011
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Robert Torres Commander
American Legion Post # 32
San Angeelo Texas
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