Robert was born May 21, 1945 in Mission, TX to Pedro and Guadalupe Rivera Jimenez. He graduated from Pan American College in 1968 with a B.S. degree in Medical Technology. His employment included Valley Diagnostic Clinic; Director of the MLT program at Texas Southmost College; Instructor of Medical Technology at South Texas High School for Health Professionals; and Investigator for the Food Division of the Texas Department of State Health Services.
A man with a big Heart, he was always willing to offer a helping hand. He made friends everywhere he went and left an impression with his beautiful spirit and unforgettable smile.
Robert is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Nelda Jimenez; children, Bobby Jimenez (Stephanie Dritsas), Cynthia Trevino (Jesse), and Eric Jimenez; siblings, Dalia Bazaldua, Anita Garza, Margie Martinez, Linda Arevalo, and Tony Jimenez; and grandchildren, Ricardo Flores, Olivia Marie Trevino, Evelyn Elise Trevino, and Brody Robert Jimenez.
Visitation hours will be held Thursday, January 24, 2019 from 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm with a Rosary recited @ 7:00 pm in Heavenly Grace Chapel.
Funeral services will be held Friday, January 25, 2019 @ 10:00 am in St. Anthony Catholic Church in Harlingen. Burial will follow in Heavenly Grace Memorial Park.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Heavenly Grace Funeral Home, a “Dignity” memorial provider. (956)797-5500.
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