Ray Roman Tovar

Ray Roman Tovar obituary, Harlingen, TX

Ray Roman Tovar

Ray Tovar Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Rudy Garza Funeral Home - Harlingen on Mar. 10, 2026.
Ray Roman Tovar, 52, a lifetime resident, went to be with our Lord on March 8, 2026. He was born February 12, 1974, to Isabel Fernandez and Roman M. Torres in Harlingen, Texas. In keeping with his giving spirit, Roman was also an organ donor.

He is survived by his loving family: Mother, Isabel Fernandez; four children, Roman Torres, Desiree Torres, Haley Torres, and Rayden Torres; four sisters, Yvette (Christopher) Cruz, Brandy Fernandez, Lori Fernandez, and Misty B. Fernandez. He is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Visitation will be held on Friday, March 13, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with a rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be conducted on Saturday, March 14, 2026. Chapel will open at 11:00 a.m. for a 1:00 p.m. chapel service. We will then depart to Ashland Memorial Park Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. for a 2:00 p.m. interment.

Funeral services are under the direction and care of Rudy Garza Funeral Home of Harlingen, Texas.

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