Raul Velasquez

With profound sadness, we share the passing of a remarkable man, Raul Velasquez, who returned to his celestial home on March 26, 2025. Born in Loreto, Zacatecas, Mexico, on December 22, 1939, Raul lived an extraordinary life full of passion, resilience, and love. His journey took him from Mexico to Eagle Pass, Texas, where he established a loving home filled with laughter, camaraderie, and delicious food, a testament to his Mexican roots. As William Shakespeare once said, "All the world's a stage, And all the men and women merely players." Raul's performance was truly unforgettable.

Raul was a humble and hard-working man known for his infectious laughter, his compelling storytelling, and his unwavering love for his family. He was a loving father, an adored grandfather, and a beloved figure within his community. His resilience and strength were an inspiration to all who knew him, and his kindness and generosity were unparalleled. His spirit will live on in the hearts of those he touched, a lasting legacy of love and compassion. As Khalil Gibran reflected, "Life and death are one, even as the river and the sea are one."

Raul's memory will forever be cherished by his children, Maria (Hector) Medina, Raul (Victoria) Velasquez, Vicente Velasquez(Rosalinda), Griselda (Ervey) Velasquez, Rosa Velasquez(Jose), and Gerardo (Martha) Velasquez. He was a cherished father-in-law to Hector Medina, Victoria Velasquez, Ervey Montalvo, and Martha Garcia. Raul was preceded in death by his parents, Vicente Velasquez and Juanita Ramos, and his beloved daughter-in-law, Rosalinda Vasquez, and son-in-law, Jose Olivares.

We invite all who knew and loved Raul to join us in celebrating his extraordinary life. Please share your memories and upload photos of our beloved Raul to the memorial page. As we remember Raul, let's recall the words of Maya Angelou, "People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." Raul made us feel loved, cherished, and valued. His memory will live on forever in our hearts.