Juan A. Perales

Juan A. Perales, 79, a loving husband, father, and dedicated educator, went to be with our Lord on Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at Valley Baptist Medical Center. Juan was born in Laredo, Texas to Manuel and Isabel Perales on November 24, 1941. Juan was proceeded in death by his daughter, Anel Perales; grandson, Jonathan Perales; parents, Manuel and Isabel Perales; brother, Hector Perales; and sister, Guadalupe Gonzalez. Juan is survived by his devoted wife of 55 years, Estela Perales, his two children; Cristela Rangel (David Rangel) and Juan Antonio Perales II, three grandchildren; Lesley Michelle Perales, John Andrew Perales, and Joshua Rangel; his brother and sister, Raul Perales and Trinidad Castillo(Jose Castillo), along with numerous nieces and nephews. Juan was known as an enthusiastic educator. He taught for 32 years before retiring as an assistant principal from BISD. Juan truly enjoyed teaching so much that he soon returned back to the classroom as a substitute teacher and continued through 2020. Education was his passion, he wanted to share his knowledge with all students. Juan will always be remembered as an exceptionally honorable, and dedicated life-long educator & friend. All funeral arrangements and services will be under the care of Buena Vista Funeral Home, 125 McDavitt Blvd. Brownsville, Texas, 78521. Visitation will begin on Tuesday, February 23, 2021 from 1-9 PM with the recitation of the Holy Rosary at 7:00 PM. The funeral services will be held on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at 11:00am with funeral procession to a mausoleum interment.