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Jose Cazares Obituary
After graduating from PSJA High School in 1951, he joined the U.S. Air Force and served in the Korean War. Upon return, he attended Pan American University and began his career serving in the U.S. Army and worked as an administrator for the U.S. Army Reserve Center in McAllen for over 30 years. Upon retirement, he taught in the public school system and opened Cazares Driving Schools.
Mr. Cazares is survived by 5 children, Dr. Jose (Joey) L. Cazares, Jr. (Arlene), Aida L. Cazares Martinez (Larry), David E. Cazares, Luis A. Cazares and Zina M. Cazares, 11 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother, Ramiro Cazares and sister, Elvia Guinn. He will reunite with his wife, Maria Esther Cazares and his parents, Eduardo and Emma Cazares. Mr. Cazares will be remembered by family and friends as a devoted husband, father and grandfather.
Viewing will be held at Rivera Funeral Home in McAllen, TX on Tuesday, August 30, 2022 from 4-7 pm, with a rosary to follow at 7 pm. Funeral mass will be held at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church on Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at 10 am with full Military Honors following the mass. Funeral services have been entrusted to the care of Rivera Funeral Home of McAllen.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jose Cazares
Daniel Izaguirre
September 21, 2022
My sincere condolences to the family. It was an honor to have known Mr. Cazarez,
Esmer Dougherty
September 2, 2022
My sincere condolences to the Cazares Family! May he rest in peace in eternal light!
Esmer Dougherty
Francisco Rivera
September 1, 2022
My sincerest condolences to the Cazares family.
Drilled at the 961st Supply & Support Company, USAR at McAllen with Mr. Cazares
For God & Country
Godspeed Joe
Mario Cano
August 31, 2022
My sincerest condolences to the Cazares family. Rest in peace Mr. Cazares.
Jesus & Irma Pena
August 31, 2022
My sincerest condolences to the family at this time. You have my deepest sympathy and unwavering support. Wishing you peace, comfort, courage, and lots of love at this time of sorrow. My heart goes out to you at this difficult time.
Rolando Bocanegra
August 30, 2022
Good 2 have known u 2 have shared moments with u in the USAR for many years. RIP friend & b with God. Farewell & May God have u in his Kingdom.
Jorge L. González
August 30, 2022
Rest In Peace Mr. Cazares... You and my Dad, Rene J. González worked as Colleagues for the USAR, you Sir, in McAllen and my Dad, in RGC... Condolences to the Cazares family
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