David Stephen Vasquez, Sr., 80, was received by the Lord on Sunday, June 5, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Elvira; children, Linda M. Gamboa (Luis), Dianna L. Vasquez, David S. Vasquez, Jr. (Rita); grandchildren, Michael Gamboa (Jennifer), Ruben Gamboa (Jenifer), David Vasquez III and Lauren Vasquez; one great granddaughter, Claire Marie Gamboa.
He served his country during the Korean War with the U.S. Army and was honored with the Purple Heart Medal. David retired from Sears after 30 years of loyal service. He was an outstanding baseball and softball pitcher, MVP in 1957 and inducted into the Rusk Athletic Club Hall of Fame.
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 7, 2011 at Forest Park Lawndale from 5-9pm with a 7pm Rosary. The Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, June 8, 2011 at 10am at Resurrection Catholic Church, 915 Zoe St., Houston, Tx 77020.
