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Juan Perez Obituary
He began his education at Sacred Heart Catholic School and graduated Edinburg High School in 1964. As a veteran of the United States Army, with one year of combat duty in Vietnam, Juan Angel served his country with honor and integrity. After his military career, he earned a degree in physical education at the University of Texas Pan American in 1974. He dedicated 28 years of coaching children at Edcouch Elsa Elementary and after retirement, continued substitute teaching through ECISD. He left a lasting imprint on the hearts and minds of the thousands of students he taught. Juan Angel was an active member at Sacred Heart Catholic Church and taught 25 years of catechism with his beloved wife. Whether he was driving his 55' Chevy, running, dancing, or making friends wherever he went, Johnny made every moment unforgettable and brought warmth and joy to everyone around him.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Juan and Rupertita Perez.
Mr. Perez is survived by his wife, Sylvia Perez; son, Angel Gerardo (Kathleen Mae) Perez; God chosen children, Bernardo (Veronica) Elizondo, Raul Carlos (Christina) Elizondo, Vanessa Nicole Elizondo (Heriberto Salinas); seven grandchildren; a great-grandchild; three siblings, Mary Herrera, Irma P. (Guadalupe) Martinez, and Javier Perez, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will begin at 5 p.m. with a 6 p.m. rosary Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at Memorial Funeral Home, 208 E. Canton in Edinburg. Funeral service will take place at 10 a.m. Thursday, September 4, 2025, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Edinburg. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park in Edinburg.
Funeral services are under the direction of Memorial Funeral Home in Edinburg.
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Memories and Condolences
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MANUEL J DAVILA Jr
September 18, 2025
Juan Angel was my Best Friend. We were friends over 73years starting at Sacred Heart Catholic School, thru High School, working in Houston after High School, serving in US Army during Vietnam War. We entered Pan American College where we obtained our bachelor's degree. We continued our friendship thru the years eventually becoming parents then Compadres. Johnny was a social person, always with a smile, hug, y Bastante Platica. I was blessed to have him as a close friend all these years. Until we meet Again Johnny.
Gregorio Govea Jr
September 17, 2025
Johnny Angel may you RIP and the perpetual light shine upon him , our sincerest condolences to Mrs Perez and family we pray our Lord gives you strength to surpass your loss .
Dolores Casares Stromberg
September 5, 2025
My mother, Elena Saldana Casares and Juan Angel's dad were first cousins. When we all lived at home (from Grand Rapids, MI) we would travel by car and visit family in Edinburg. We would see Juan Angel's mom and sometimes Juan Angel. The family was always so welcoming and nice to us. Our condolences and prayers to all his family. May you RIP Juan Angel. Love, Jim, Norma, and Joe Casares.
Janie reyes
September 4, 2025
Knew Johnny angel from as far back as high school. Whenever my husband and I saw him he would always greet us with a great smile and a hearty hug. We will miss him. God bless his family and give them strength during this time of grief. David and Janie Reyes
Dr. Lino Garcia Jr.
September 3, 2025
Johnny was my student at then Pan American university... a very decent caring person; made friends easily... later always greeted me kindly. RIP.. blessings
Mike & Lali Villarreal
September 3, 2025
We mourn the loss of our good friend and classmate. He had a heart of gold, and always with a smile as he greeted everyone. We celebrated countless Veterans day meals together of the years. He will be greatly missed by us all. May he rest in peace.
Emerald G. Farias
September 3, 2025
I first met Mr. Perez at the Career Center, where I worked. He would substitute quite often and was such a pleasant person. It was a pleasure to work with him. I also met his wife. They were both
warm and friendly and so easy to talk to. My deepest condolences to Mrs. Perez and family. God bless you
LUPE RIOJAS
September 3, 2025
NOW-JUAN IS RUNNING WITH THE ANGELS WITH BIG SMILE; WHEN WE WERE RUNNING-HE WOULD ALWAYS TELL ME STAY ON ONE PACE AND BREATH THRU NOSE:I'LL CATCH UP WITH YOU ONE DAY,RIP
Robert & Nancy De Leon - Chicago ILL
September 3, 2025
With Heart felt Sympathy in your lost. There is no way to lessen the sorrow of losing someone so precious to you but please remember that we care very much and wish you strength and comfort at this sad time
Viola Garza
September 3, 2025
Johnny Angel a very loving man with a beautiful smile always ready with open arms to give me a hug. I love him dearly and will be miss. My sister and I send Sylvia our deepest condolences. Your sister in Christ Viola Garza
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