Jacob Morris Watrous Jr.

Jake was preceded in death by his parents, an infant brother Dale Arthur, brother Gary and sister Judy.

Jake is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Toni; brother Larry Watrous (Deb) and sister Janice (Charlie) Tipton; daughters Janel (Eduardo) Riebeling, Michelle Watrous, Angela Watrous and Theresa (Arnulfo) Castaneda; grandchildren Arturo Rodriguez (Shelby), James Dickens (Sandra), Joseph Rodriguez (Mayra), Robert Rodriguez, Ryan (Tavon) Taylor, Joshua Watrous, AJ Castaneda, Jacob Castaneda, Emily Gonzalez, Mathew Castaneda, and Kyra Riebeling; great grandchildren Amberlyn, Kapri, Freya, Kyle, Brooklyn, Luke, Anthony, Norma, Reina, and Mileena.

Jake spent nine years in the United States Army and was a Viet Nam Veteran. During his tour in Viet Nam he was assigned to the 11th Armored Cavalry and was a combat medic. In his later years he was able to attend the reunions and met several fellow veterans and became close friends.

Jake was a teacher/coach at Santa Rosa High School for many years. He was enthusiastic and effective in both. He started the golf program in Santa Rosa, purchasing golf clubs at flea markets. A great memory is him running along the football field waving his towel. He continued following the Warriors after he retired.

Once a Warrior Always a Warrior!

Jake enjoyed golfing and traveling after retirement. Jake will be missed by many.

In lieu of flowers or donations, please just remember him.

A memorial service for Jacob will be held Sunday, February 19, 2023 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Heavenly Grace Funeral Home, 26873 N. White Ranch Road, La Feria, Texas 78559 and Military Honors at 3 PM.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.heavenlygracergv.com for the Watrous family.