Robert T. Garza, 81, passed away peacefully and joined his maker on Monday, June 10, 2019. He grew up in San Antonio, Texas and returned to the Lone Star State after serving in Korea while in the U.S. Army.
Bob was born on July 26, 1937 to Maria Tamez and Jesus Garza, who preceded him in death and now welcome him into their loving arms as will his sister Belinda “Billie” Gonzales. He was the husband of Carmen B. Garza and the father of C. Marie Garza and Margaret Ann (Eric) Treland, all of San Antonio, Texas.
He is survived by his wife, his daughters, his son-in-law Eric Treland, grandson Jason (Jayna) Treland; his siblings – Yolanda Delgado, Bersaida Salinas, Idalia Pantoja, Reynaldo Pantoja; and in-laws, Ysidro and Janie Benavides, Benito and Margie Polendo, Evangelo Gonzales, and numerous nieces and nephews whom he loved very much and who all brought a smile to his face!
Bob had many roles in service to his country, city, and family over his long, active, life. He was an MP (Military Police) in the Army, earned Expert Marksman Badges (rifle and pistol), and enjoyed exploring the various cities and countries in which he was stationed. He retired from civil service after 20 years as an Assistant in the San Antonio City Manager’s office.
Throughout his life, his leisure time was dedicated to being a free-lance photographer and civil rights activist. His passion for both activities was often conveyed in his photography--either with volumes and volumes of candid shots of people, places, and things or pictures of political rallies and meetings.
Bob, was a family man who had many loves in his life…his wife and daughters all of whom he was so very proud; he loved to talk and tell stories; he loved roses and wild flowers; and he loved to work in the yard and design projects around the house -- he was “Bob the Builder” to his neighbors and always had at least five projects in progress. God, be prepared…Bob is surely planning his next renovation project somewhere behind the Pearly Gates!
Bob Garza’s family expresses their sincere gratitude for the kindness and condolences shown by family, friends, and colleagues over the past two months of anguish and heartache. We greatly treasure your prayers and support that gave us the strength to endure. Thank you and may God Bless You.
Since flower arrangements are limited at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery, in lieu of flowers donations may be made to the San Antonio Clubhouse (https://saclubhouse.org) or your favorite charity.
In memory of Bob, entertain your friends with a story, capture your life in photographs, and of course – celebrate his wonderful life by enjoying a Margarita!
The family will receive guests at the funeral home on Monday, June 17, 2019 from 5:00pm-8:00pm with a Rosary at 7:00pm. Service will continue Tuesday, June 18, 2019 with a 11:30 departure from funeral home to celebrate a 12:00pm Funeral Mass at St. Dominic Catholic Church. Interment will follow in Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery at 1:45pm. For online tributes please visit the online guest book.
