Jimmy M. Polanco, 89, of Austin, Texas passed away October 2, 2013. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jimmy and Manuela Polanco; step-mother, Lilly Polanco; sisters, Dora Diaz, Frances Ochoa; brother, Louie Polanco. Jimmy is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Lupe Polanco; brother, Benny Polanco; daughter, Alice (Pinky) Villarreal (Alfred); sons, Jimmy J. Polanco (Frances), Robert (Strawberry) Polanco (Helena); six grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren.
Jimmy served proudly in the Army during World War II, worked at Economy Furniture where he won many awards for his workmanship and creativity. He retired from the VA in Austin where he earned numerous awards for his services and dedication.
He made many friends during his life and enjoyed golf and his favorite pastime Baseball which he played as a young man.
The Polanco family would like to thank close family friend, Irene Lopez and the staff at Riverside Rehabilitation for all their support. He will be missed by all his family and friends.
Recitation of the Holy Rosary will be held at 7:00 pm on Sunday, October 6, 2013 at Weed-Corley-Fish Funeral Home, 2620 South Congress Avenue. Mass of the Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 am on Monday, October 7, 2013 at Cristo Rey Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Assumption Cemetery.
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