Guadalupe "Lupito" Munoz

Guadalupe "Lupito" Munoz,
Rio Grande City---- Lupito Munoz, born January 14, 1931 in Rio Grande City was embraced by our Savior Lord Jesus Christ on July 18, 2016. A beloved husband, father and grandfather, Lupito was the epitome of life's joys and treasures.
Dad was a retired educator who instilled a passion for lifelong learning in those whose lives he touched. He taught both in the La Joya and Rio Grande City school districts. Active both in civic and religious organizations he belonged to the Serra Club, the Mr. and Mrs. Club, Texas Retired Teachers Association and El Cid Caravan #106 Order of the Alahambra.
Dad inspired those he touched with a strong Godly direction, a profound love of family, and instilled a desire for life-long learning. He enjoyed traveling around the world with friends and family however, Dad's greatest passion was for his wife of 52 years, Elia, and spending time at the ranch. Heaven gained a great cowboy today! We love you Dad!
He is survived by his beloved three daughters: Yvonne "Bonnie" Gonzalez (Nick), grandchildren Vanessa and Marissa, daughter Melissa Saenz (Ray), grandchildren Krystle, Cody, and Ty, daughter Monica Gorena (Oscar) and grandchildren, Bo, Kristen and Tori. He is also survived by three great grandchildren, Joshua, Josiah and Vivian Grace. Surviving him also include his brother Juan C. Munoz (Irene), Florence Arredondo and Bene Munoz (Nena) all who reside in San Antonio, Texas. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers are his cherished grandsons: Cody Saenz, Ty Saenz and Bo Gorena as well as his son in laws Oscar Gorena, Nick Gonzalez and Ray Gonzales.
The family wishes to express a heartfelt "Thank You" to: Windsor Arbor View Rehabilitation and Nursing Center and their caring staff.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, July 20th from 2-9pm with rosary at 7:00pm at Sanchez Funeral Home. Funeral mass will be Thursday, July 21st at 9:00am at the Immaculate Conception Church with burial to follow at the Rio Grande City Cemetery.
The Munoz family would like to express our sincere appreciation to all family and friends for their unwavering support during this difficult time.
Come and join us in this joyous celebration of our dad's life.

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