Donato Navarro Obituary (1938 - 2025)

It is with a heavy heart and profound sadness that we announce the passing of a beloved husband, father, and friend, Donato Navarro, who left us on January 3, 2025. Born on February 17, 1938, Donato lived an extraordinary life. He resided in the warm and welcoming community of Eagle Pass, Texas, where he was not just a resident but a remarkable figure known for his kindness, generosity, and love for his family. Donato's life was a testament to the phrase, "The purpose of life is not to be happy. It is to be useful, to be honorable, to be compassionate, to have it make some difference that you have lived and lived well." He was an embodiment of these words, living a life of purpose and meaning. His employment years saw him as a diligent worker who poured dedication and commitment into his work. Upon his retirement, he became a beacon of wisdom and guidance for his family and those who were fortunate to cross paths with him. He is survived by his adoring wife, Maria Lombraña Navarro, his sons, Daniel (Jackeline) Navarro, Donato (Rosie) Navarro Jr., and Rey Navarro, and his daughters, Rosa (Juan) Santos, Gloria (Julian) Rosales, and Araceli (George)Gonzalez, all of whom he loved unconditionally and fervently. His memory will be kept alive in their hearts and the hearts of their offspring. He is preceded in death by his parents, Sebastian Navarro and Rosa Rodriguez. Family and friends are invited to pay their respects at a viewing on Monday, January 6, 2025, at 2:00 pm CST at the Memorial Funeral Chapels located at 1705 Del Rio Boulevard, Eagle Pass, Texas, 78852. A Rosary will be held on the same day at 6:00 pm CST. Another viewing will be held on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at 9:00 am CST. An 11:00 am CST mass will follow at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 2055 Williams Street, Eagle Pass, Texas, 78852. Burial will take place at 12:00 pm CST at Our Lady of Refuge Cemetery located at 1679 Flowers Drive, Eagle Pass, Texas, 78852. In memory of Donato, we encourage all who knew him to visit his memorial page, share treasured memories, and upload photos that celebrate his remarkable life. His spirit lives on in all those he touched, and through shared stories and pictures, we can keep his memory alive.