Raul Constancio

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Raul Martinez Constancio, aged 59, who was called home to be with our Lord and Savior on January 31, 2026, in Temple, Texas. Raul was born on July 3, 1966, in Del Rio, Texas, to Hervey Constancio and Elva Martinez.

Raul was a true cowboy at heart. He had a deep passion for team roping and a natural way with horses, forming a special bond with them that reflected his cowboy spirit. Anyone who knew him understood his love for sports - from playing baseball to proudly cheering on the Dallas Cowboys. Raul had a strong spirit, a hearty laugh, and never shied away from speaking his mind, often proclaiming himself "an honest cowboy." Those who cross ed paths with him were often touched by his generosity, warmth, and larger-than-life personality.

From childhood, Raul held a deep love for Mexico, where he spent much of his time building lasting relationships and touching the lives of many. His heart was especially drawn to helping the less fortunate, offering his time, kindness, and support to families in need. These acts of compassion reflected the depth of his character and the values he carried with him throughout his life.

Raul leaves behind a loving family. He is survived by his mother, Elva Olalde and step-father, Artemio Olalde; his daughter, Yadira Woods and her husband Kerry Woods; his son, Joe Constancio; his daughter, Brie Constancio; and his cherished grandchildren: Jaelen Woods, Daelya Constancio, Raul Constancio, Mia Constancio, Luna Liendo, and Antonio Jr. Liendo. He is also survived by his brothers, Herb and Daniel Constancio; his sisters, Elda McDonald and Silvia Constancio; and a beloved honorary Top Hand, Jacob Constancio, along with countless nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles.

Raul is preceded in death by his father, Hervey Constancio, and his sister, Norma Garza.

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Es con el corazón pesado que anunciamos el fallecimiento de Raúl Martínez Constancio, de 59 años, quien fue llamado a casa para estar con nuestro Señor y Salvador el 31 de enero de 2026, en Temple, Texas. Raúl nació el 3 de julio de 1966 en Del Río, Texas, hijo de Hervey Constancio y Elva Martinez.

Raúl era un verdadero vaquero en el fondo. Tenía una profunda pasión por el lazo en equipo y una forma natural de tratar a los caballos, creando un vínculo especial con ellos que reflejaba su espíritu vaquero. Cualquiera que le conociera entendía su amor por los deportes: desde jugar al béisbol hasta animar con orgullo a los Dallas Cowboys. Raúl tenía un espíritu fuerte, una risa sincera y nunca dudaba en decir lo que pensaba, proclamándose a menudo "un vaquero honesto". Quienes se cruzaban con él a menudo se sentían conmovidos por su generosidad, calidez y personalidad sobredimensionada.

Desde niño, Raúl sentía un profundo amor por México, donde pasó gran parte de su tiempo construyendo relaciones duraderas y tocando la vida de muchos. Su corazón se sentía especialmente atraído por ayudar a los menos afortunados, ofreciendo su tiempo, amabilidad y apoyo a las familias necesitadas. Estos actos de compasión reflejaban la profundidad de su carácter y los valores que había llevado consigo a lo largo de su vida.

Raúl deja atrás una familia amorosa. Le sobreviven su madre, Elva Olalde, y su padrastro, Artemio Olalde; su hija, Yadira Woods, y su marido Kerry Woods; su hijo, Joe Constancio; su hija, Brie Constancio; y sus queridos nietos: Jaelen Woods, Daelya Constancio, Raúl Constancio, Mia Constancio, Luna Liendo y Antonio Jr. Liendo. También le sobreviven sus hermanos, Herb y Daniel Constancio; sus hermanas, Elda McDonald y Silvia Constancio; y un querido Top Hand honorario, Jacob Constancio, junto con innumerables sobrinas, sobrinos, tías y sobrinas.

Raúl es precedido en la muerte por su padre, Hervey Constanza, y su hermana, Norma Garza.