Gilbert Mares Jr., 72 passed away peacefully at his home in Baytown, Tx surrounded by his family on January 23, 2021 after a valiant battle with pancreatic cancer. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 53 years, Yolanda Mares, son Gilbert Mares and daughter Raquel Mares. He is also survived by his three grandchildren, Casey, Caroline and Elizabeth along with three great grandchildren Madison-Avery, Meghan and Elijah that he loved dearly.
Gilbert was born in Houston, Tx to the late Lupe Ross on February 13, 1948. He attended Jefferson Davis High School and soon after joined the U.S. Army in 1965 where he proudly served his country. Gilbert was a Supervisor for Exxon Mobile Refinery for 30 years and was a member The Old Timers Club of Houston and Los Amigos Trail Riders. Gilbert’s hobbies included travel, enjoying western movies, deer hunting, fishing, casino trips and his love of sports including the Houston Astros.
Gilbert will forever be remembered and truly missed by us all for his larger than life personality and his generous heart. He will be affectionately remembered for his witty sense of humor and the ability to make us all laugh even during the most difficult times.
A heartfelt thank you to the Gonzales family for their love and support of Gilbert throughout his life and all the fun memories shared on camping trips and family vacations. Uncle Jr. and the family held a special place in his heart. The family is also truly grateful to the many doctors, nurses and the entire staff at the Methodist Hospital in Baytown, Tx for their dedication to Gilbert’s care.
Family and friends are invited to attend a visitation at 12:30-2:00 pm on Monday, February 1st with a funeral service following at 2 pm at Forest Park Westheimer located at 12800 Westheimer Rd, Houston, Tx.
The Funeral Service for Mr. Mares can viewed via Livestream at: www.facebook.com/ForestParkWestheimer/
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