Ruben Zepeda

Ruben Zepeda Sr. Age 70 passed away on Friday February 1, 2019 in Houston, Texas. He was born on May 7, 1948 in Mercedes Texas. He is survived by his wife of 38 years Mirna Zepeda and son Ruben Zepeda Jr. Stepson Rolando Paguada and Stepdaughter Karla Yisel Paguada. brothers Alfredo, Rodolfo and Roberto. His daughters from a previous marriage Rachel & Anna. Grandchildren Jessica, Jasmine and Matthew Simmons, and many relatives and friends who loved him. He is preceded in death by his Mother Josefa Carmino and Father Alfredo Zepeda. Brother Jose and Sisters Linda and Mandy Zepeda

Ruben served in his country well in the Vietnam War, he was a member of the 1st cavalry 23rd infantry Americal division in the U.S. Army, where he earned multiple awards for his service such as a National Defense Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with two bronze stars, Air Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, Combat Infantry Badge, Purple Heart with one oak leaf cluster. for his dedicated and heroic work. When Ruben returned from the war he began a career as a Machinist working for various companies to include Hughes Helicopters. In his earlier years he used to play in a Bowling league and was an avid runner and marathoner participating in various races throughout the Houston area.

Ruben enjoyed Fishing, traveling and going to the casinos and just spending time with his beloved family. He was a dedicated husband and father and had a great sense of humor. He will be missed by all of his family and friends those who had the opportunity to meet him.

Services will be held at Forest Park Funeral Home and Cemetery

6900 Lawndale Avenue

Houston Texas 77023

(713)-928-5141

Visitation: Thursday February 7, 2019 from 5pm to 9pm

Funeral Service with Military Honors: Friday February 8, 2019 at 11am

Special Thanks to:

Jenni Buyer, Cody Stellar, Jasmine Luna and staff of Forest Park Funeral Home & Cemetery