Jose De Jesus Leal Jr.

Jose J. Leal Jr., beloved son, brother, uncle and nephew, entered rest on June 8, 2012 at the young age of 52. A native of San Antonio, he was born to Jose de Jesus and Dora Garcia Leal on August 12, 1959. He graduated from Fox Tech High School and became a long-time press operator with various companies, but was a loyal employee at the San Antonio Express-News. Joe was a man of very few words, but his words spoke volumes with meaning and laughter. Also, through his actions, the passion he had for his family and friends spoke louder than any words could ever describe. He understood the meaning of “family” and his parents and siblings would do anything to help him. He was a dependable, loyal and respectful man, who will never be forgotten. He leaves to cherish his memory, his parents; brothers and sisters: Linda Rodriguez and husband Amado, Bob Leal and wife Grace Rodriguez, Terry Cortez and husband Robert, Mark G. Leal and fiancée Marisol Hernandez. His nephew, Robert Michael Elizondo Jr., who he helped raise and was like a son to him. Joe gave Robert Michael the love and affection that a growing boy needs and for this his memory will forever live through him. Other beloved nieces and nephews: Armando, Leticia and Daniel Rodriguez, Dorothy, Robert Jr., Jessica Ann, Marky and Richie Leal; great-niece and nephews; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. The family will receive friends at 5:00 p.m., Thursday, June 14 2012 at Funeraria Del Angel Roy Akers with Rosary being recited at 7:00 p.m. A funeral procession will depart the funeral home at 9:30 a.m., Friday, June 15 2012 to celebrate a 10:00 a.m. Mass at St. Agnes Catholic Church. Interment will follow in San Fernando Cemetery III. Please visit www.funerariadelangelroyakers.com for online tributes.