Pedro B. Hinojosa Sr. of Corpus Christi, Texas passed away peacefully at the proud age of 101 on May 29, 2023 with loving family by his side. He was born in Corpus Christi, Texas at Chapman Ranch on April 27, 1922. He will be remembered for his longevity in life and missed dearly.
He married the love of his life on April 22nd of 1958, Ernestina C. Hinojosa and they were married for 58 beautiful years. Pedro worked as a mechanic for HEB Garage Department until 1986 and committed himself to them for 28 years of service.
He was a devout catholic and member with SS Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church. He enjoyed fishing and hunting and his relatives will miss their visiting times together. Pedro was an avid baseball and football fan and enjoyed watching sports as a pastime.
Pedro is reunited in death with his beloved wife, Ernestina; parents, Juan and Elena Hinojosa; son, Pete Hinojosa Jr.; grandson, Pete Hinojosa III and numerous brothers and sisters.
He leaves his loving memories to his children, Mary Jane “Janie” Escamilla, Odilia Gonzales (Salvador); grandchildren, Elizabeth Benavides, Larry Benavides Jr. (Lilly), Norma Jean Daniels, Ernestina Hinojosa, Augustine Hinojosa, Crystal Hinojosa, Eric Hinojosa, Erin Holdbrook and numerous Nieces and Nephews; Step grandchildren, Edwin Escamilla (Elsa), Diane Pena and Helen Escamilla; brother, Francisco B. Hinojosa; great grandchildren, Aleana Daniels, Katarina (Anthony) Dollarhide, Ben Armijo, Peyton Jane Morales and Lukas Benavides; great great grandchildren, Oliver and Marcelie Dollarhide and other numerous great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.
The family would like to extend a very Special Thank you to Elva Reyes for helping with my dad during his illness and grandchildren, Elizabeth, Larry, and Edwin. Also thank you to Doctors Regional and Del Cielo Hospice, Dr. Mahmood, Dr. May and Dr. Espina for their care and support during this time.
Family will receive friends at Memory Gardens Funeral Home on Tuesday, June 6, 2023 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a Holy Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held at Memory Gardens Funeral Home on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. with entombment to follow in Robstown Memorial Park.
To offer your condolences and share fond memories please view and sign his guestbook at www.memorygardensfuneralhome.com
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