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Robert Palacios Obituary
September 29, 1958 - November 19, 2021
Robert Palacios, 63, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 19, 2021, surrounded by his loving family at his home in Robinson, Texas. He was born September 29, 1958, in Marlin, TX, to Genaro and Elvira Palacios.
Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, November 26, at OakCrest Funeral Home with a Rosary Service at 7 p.m. followed by a Celebration of his Life. The funeral mass will be 9 a.m., Saturday, November 27, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Waco. The interment will be 10 a.m., Monday, November 29, at Rosemound Cemetery, Waco.
Robert married his college sweetheart, Elizabeth (Liz) on June 30, 1979, at Miller Chapel, Baylor University. He attended Baylor for both his Bachelor's and Master's degrees. As an avid Baylor football fan, he attended games with his family since 1979 hardly missing a game. He loved to make others laugh with his wittiness and fun way of seeing the world.
Robert lived well and loved well, especially God, family, and students. He taught history and ESL at La Vega ISD for 28 years teaching and guiding his beloved students in and out of the classroom. His love for education inspired many to pursue their degrees and careers.
Robert is survived by his beloved wife, Elizabeth (Liz); and his children, Alonzo Peralez (Elsia), René Palacios (Romana), Aaron Palacios (Adriana), and Michelle González (Alex). He had ten grandchildren, Julie Reynolds, Alonzo Peralez, Jr., Emilio, Mateo, Eliana, Beatriz, Sofia, Eduardo Palacios and Natalia and Leticia González; his parents, Genaro and Elvira Palacios; sisters, Rachel Rodriguez (Steve), Christine Kelly (Daryl) and many beloved nephews and nieces.
If you wish to honor Robert Palacios in the form of a donation, contributions may be made to: Robert and Elizabeth Palacios Scholarship Fund at http://www.baylor.edu/giving/Palacios or La Vega Pirates Education Foundation https://1.cdn.edl.io/AhgJIuIgN7djVMvHscKQt3kCFFVcLVK2IY4HrEUOrHcihE45.pdf
Share a memory, sign the Guest Book, and access the internet links to the memorial donations at www.oakcrestwaco.com
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Amy Melendez Rodriquez
October 22, 2022
U am so sorry I did not know that Robert had passed away. My sincere condolences, I'm sorry it's late , but with much love to my cousins. I just read that Genari passed away, I don't really keep up with obits, but after seeing these 2 posts, maybe I should. Again my condolences from my family - The Rodriquez family - to your family. Amy
MELISSA RUIZ
November 24, 2021
Mr. Palacios was a fabulous teacher! I learn and enjoyed his class. He will be missed. Prays for the family and all other Pirates that had the honor of be taught by an amazing teacher!
Missy Canet
November 23, 2021
Robert was always the most wonderful, interesting, polite & interesting guy at La Vega while I worked there. I´m so sorry for your loss. God bless.
Robert Pecina
November 21, 2021
Had a lot of good times growing up with you on Earle st., I will miss you .
Helen Harris
November 21, 2021
What a long, hard journey...Praying for you in these days, with gratitude for Robert's life and awareness of the difficulty of these days for each of you. May every memory of his life well lived be a comfort to you. Helen
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