Cesar Omar Arzayus, Jr., 51, of Pearland, TX, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on May 1, 2023. He was born on October 3, 1971, in St. Louis, MO to Cesar Omar Arzayus, Sr. and Iliana Suarez Arzayus. His childhood, as the son of an Air Force airmen, moved him from Missouri to Louisiana, England to Nebraska and ultimately landing him in Houston, Texas in the early 80’s.
Cesar graduated high school from the Marine Military Academy in 1989. Enjoying his time and really savoring the experience, Cesar began his college years in Colorado in the U.S. Air Force Academy Preparatory school. After a year in CO, he decided it was time for some Texas sized fun at The University of Texas in Austin. Cesar ultimately graduated from the University of Houston with a B.A. in Economics. It was at UofH where Cesar met the love of his life and future wife, Veronica. They were blessed with three precious daughters Loren Iliana, Katia Veronica and Sofia Jacqueline and were on the brink of celebrating 21 years of marriage on May 24th.
His career extended into multiple disciplines of marketing with over 25 years of experience that spanned from event production, brand launches and creative experiential concepts. His extensive travels and love for connecting with people developed a passion for activating promotions for Fortune 50 brands to their intended audiences. The many partnerships he fostered throughout his career included various sectors such as media, music, goods and services, commercial real estate and most recently medical equipment. His entrepreneurial spirit is most notable in the launch of his newest business venture as a regional distributor for a global leader in orthopaedic imaging. And through all of this, always by his father’s side assisting in his immigration services business.
Cesar will be remembered for his beautiful smile, silly and playful nature, gentle spirit, and for the twinkle in his big brown eyes. His passion for soccer brought about many thrilling World Cup travel adventures with his wife, Papi and best friends. He held a soft spot for his Mami’s love, sweet flattery and home cooked meals. Above all, he was an extremely loving and devoted father to his three girls. He was also a proud big brother and doting uncle.
Cesar is survived by his wife Veronica, his children, Loren, Katia and Sofia; his parents Cesar Sr. and Iliana Arzayus; his sisters Iliana (Anthony) Doganieri and Martha (Eric) Garcia; in-laws Ramon and Mary Altamirano, Marie Altamirano, John Altamirano, Brenda (Luis) Burgos; and many nieces and nephews: Gabriela and Adriana Doganieri, Julia, Nicolas and Alex Garcia, Andrea Altamirano, Amaree and Santiago Burgos; his godmother, Maria Hernandez and his best friends who were more like brothers, Joseph Palumbo and Patrick Ressa.
A Celebration of Life will be held Thursday, May 11th from 6-9 p.m. at the Milano Event Center, 16555 Creekbend Dr. Sugar Land, TX 77478. For the Celebration of Life event, we encourage colorful attire in memory of his fun loving spirit.
A religious service will be held at St. Laurence Catholic Church on Friday, May 12, 2023, at 3100 Sweetwater Blvd. Sugar Land, TX 77479. Commencing with Air Force Military Honors at 9:40 a.m. followed by a mass at 10:00 a.m. and concluding with a brief reception at the Parish Hall.
If you feel inclined, a GoFundMe account has been set up to assist in covering remaining medical expenses, funeral costs, and educational support for the girls.
www.gofundme.com/f/cesar-o-arzayus-jr
Or in lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made, in memory of Cesar, to the Glioblastoma Research Organization.
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