Henry Garcia

Alejandro “Henry” Garcia, 80, of Schulenburg, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020.

He is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Janice Garcia. Henry was born in Shiner on Nov. 29, 1940 to Joe T. and Maria Garcia of Midway.

Henry and Janice were blessed with two children, Jason Garcia (Bethany) of Victoria, and Jaclyn Ramirez (Joe) of Victoria, and three grandchildren, Jason “JJ” Garcia Jr., Joel Ramirez and Jonah

Ramirez. Siblings include sister Eva Maeker of Shiner; and brothers Joe Garcia (Tina) of Tulia, Victor Garcia (Hope) of Victoria, Rudy Garcia (Gladys) of Yoakum and Raymond Garcia (Mary Ann) of Victoria. He is also survived by cousins, nieces, nephews and many lifelong friends.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers Jesse Garcia of San Antonio, Elivaldo Garcia of Victoria, Alfred Garcia of Port Lavaca and Alex Garcia of Victoria.

Henry was a dedicated Knights of Columbus member for 45 years and a member of St. Rose Catholic Church. He was a loving husband, father and Papa to his grandchildren. Henry attended school at Beasely in Midway, and then Shiner High School. Henry had an excellent work ethic. In his early years, he worked many jobs on the farm and later worked at the Texaco gas station in Shiner and then the Texaco in Schulenburg. He transitioned into a new field and worked for Brown & Root for four years. Throughout the following years, he worked for Double B in Weimar, Kemlon in Engle and lastly Prime Industries in Schulenburg as a foreman.

His greatest joy was his loving relationships with his three grandchildren. He had a gift to make people smile, laugh and make their day. Henry loved music, barbecuing, maintaining his yard, camping trips, fishing and taking leisurely rides throughout the countryside. He had a “fur baby” named Dexter who accompanied him for walks in Wolters Park and loved playing with his “grand fur babies” Gracie, Bella and Benson. He also enjoyed feeding the squirrels and birds that frequented his yard. Henry left a legacy of strength and love to his family and friends.

Funeral services were held at St. Rose Catholic Church in Schulenburg on Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2020 at 2 p.m. Visitation began at the church at 1 p.m., with the parish and Knights of Columbus rosary recited prior to the Mass at 1:30 p.m. Interment was in the St. Rose Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers included Joe Ramirez, Joshua Vaclavik, Jeremy Vaclavik, David Garcia Jr., Cody Garcia and Victor Garcia. Honorary pallbearers were Joel Ramirez and Jonah Ramirez.

Donations in his memory may be made to St. Rose Catholic Church in Schulenburg or a charity of one’s choice.